Beloved wife and best friend of 49 years to Theodore Leaf. Loving mother of Kenny Leaf, Mike Leaf and Melissa Leaf. Proud grandmother of Leita Odessa Kennah Lennon, Chelsea Keshia Shayna Jayda Raeya Tommy Kyvan, Sky Sidney and great grandmother of Chandler Carter Cora, Heavyn Ocean, Milena. Treasured sister of Bruce Oakes, Gary Oakes, Gabe Oakes (Stacey), Morris Oakes (Lee), Jesse Oakes, Michelle Oakes and Roxanne Oakes.
Denise is predeceased by her parents Gabriel and Edna Oakes, as well as her brother Mark Oakes.
Arrangements under the care and direction of Lahaie and Sullivan West Branch 20 Seventh Street W, Cornwall.
Resting in home, 34 Bear Road, Akwesasne, ON from 2:00PM on Tuesday May 27, 2025 until 11:00AM on Thursday May 29, 2025. Cremation to follow.
Memorial Donations to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.