Dennis Harding

Denny was born Sept. 24, 1920 in Ogmorevale South Wales, the only son of Glan and Maude Harding. The family immigrated to Canada in 1925. Arriving and settling in Vancouver where Denny grew up and attended King Edward high school. In 1940 Denny enlisted in the R.C.A.F. serving his country in England, West Africa and Ireland. Upon his return from War service Denny married his fiancé Doreen and in time they had 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls.

Doreen passed away in 1979 after serious complications with cancer.

Denny started his working career in 1947 with Woodward Stores. Working in the Vancouver store until he was transferred in 1949 to Edmonton. From there as store manager he was transferred to Kamloops, Victoria, Oakridge and Richmond. Finally after 34 years with Woodwards in 1981 Denny was ready for retirement. Denny married Rose in 1980 and after his retirement they moved to Langley. Rose passed away in 2000 after a lengthy illness.

In 2002 Denny married Dolores (Del) who was Rosie’s best friend for many years and they remained living in Langley. Denny had suffered from pulmonary

fibrosis for many years as well as a serious heart problem which lately had gotten much worse causing 3 heart attacks leaving him weak and bedridden. Denny passed away early morning March 26, 2014 very peacefully with his wife Del and daughter Karen at his bedside.

Denny leaves behind his loving wife Dolores and their children. Son’s Ronald (Wenda) and David, Daughters Janis (Barry) and Karen (Derek). Adopted daughters Janet (Sandy) and Christine. Step son’s Ross (Jaspal) and Dale (Andrea). 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Denny, as all his friends knew him, was full of life, very quick with his comebacks, a terrific sense of humour and was a very kind person with a natural spirit.

Memorial service to be held Saturday April 5, 2014 11:00 a.m. at Henderson’s Funeral Home 20786 Fraser Highway, Langley B.C. In lieu of flowers please

consider the Heart and Stroke foundation or a charity of your choice.

Arrangements under the direction of Henderson's Langley Funeral Home, Langley, BC.