Denise A. Hervey, 83, beloved sister, aunt and friend, died at her home in Sidney, Nebraska on November 23, 2025, with her family by her side. Christian Wake Service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on December 5, 2025, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sidney, the Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. following the Wake with Father C.P. Varghese officiating. Burial will be held later in Texas. Visitation will be held prior to the Wake Service at the church. Friends may visit www.cantrellfh.com to view her Tribute Wall and share stories and condolences with the family. Memorials may be given in her memory to the family for a donation of their choice. The services for Denise have been entrusted to the Cantrell Funeral Home.
Denise was born on June 6, 1941, in Newcastle, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Lt. Col. Robert E. and Clara (Ambroe) Hervey. From a young age, she lived closely with her parents and traveled with her family as her father served in the military. Born with disabilities that made independent living difficult, Denise’s life was defined not by limitations, but by the deep love, care, and devotion she shared with her family throughout the years.
The Hervey family eventually settled in San Angelo, Texas, where Denise enjoyed many happy decades. In 2008, she moved to Centennial, Colorado, to live with her brother and his wife, Robert II and Kathleen Hervey, who remained her loving caregivers and companions. In 2024, the family relocated to Sidney, Nebraska, where Denise resided at the time of her passing.
Denise lived a life filled with joy in simple pleasures and creative interests. She loved bowling and anything involving sewing, and she created countless crafts with her skilled hands. Coloring brought her peace and happiness, and she delighted in traveling, especially to Las Vegas, where she enjoyed playing the slots. An avid movie-watcher, Denise especially loved cartoons, which always made her smile.
Above all, Denise loved her family. She cherished her brother Robert, who dedicated his life to her care, and she adored her many nieces and nephews, who brought her endless happiness. She was also a devoted dog lover, sharing her days with her beloved pug, Ming Poo, and her sweet dog Foxy.
Denise touched many lives with her gentle spirit, warm heart, and unwavering love. She will be remembered forever by those who knew her.
Survivors include her brother Robert (Kathleen) Hervey II of Sidney, NE; nephew and niece Robert E. (Kate) Hervey, III. of Centennial, CO and Mary Hervey of Potter, NE; great nieces Clara Hervey-Springsteen of Potter, NE and Ariel (Joshua) Holt of Centennial, CO. She was preceded in death by her parents, twin sister Diane Hervey and niece Kathy Hervey-Durant.
