My heart goes out to you  Gary and family,, Thank you for sharing the service with us who could not be there!  I wish I had known Denise better, it was wonderful to see the photos and get a glimpse of what an amazing person she was! I will always cherish that I have the privilege of calling this beautiful soul  my cousin, my family!  Love and prayers to you all in this difficult time! 

I will show mom the service video if she has not seen it yet.. 

Love you, Tracy  and family

So sorry for your loss...I did view the whole funeral and great job... Nice to see Harry there as he is also so missed at Gila Mountain.. I loved the video made me get to know her even better through pictures... What a hard job putting a loved one to rest so I am thinking of you Gary and family.. Lots of Hugs from Wilma and Berry Goble..

Dear Gary and Family
Denise’s Celebration of Life was so beautiful!
A lot of memories came back of all the times my family and I were welcomed into your home with so much love .  I remember the bingo.  Yes she would play all those cards and myself two. Without a beat she would  dab my  card if I missed one.  The macaroni  she  made so yummy which I have made over the years. 
What an amazing lady.  One of a kind she was!
❤️
Deborah Gidosh

RIP Denise, you were a fighter until the very end. You will always hold a very special place in the hearts and minds of all those that knew you. You were truly a great and wonderful spirit and you will live on in the hearts of all who knew you forever. To Gary and your family thank you all for a wonderful ceremony in Denise’s honour. So sorry I could not be there. Love to you all. Uncle Phil.

Docken Family,

I was so sad to hear of the passing of Auntie Denise last week and wanted to send my heart felt condolences from Paul Courtoreille and family. I have fond memories of time spent with Auntie and Uncle Gary when we were kids as they always exhibited a safe and happy environment. When I was told that I could spend the weekend with them it was always a highlight and came with excitement.

Auntie Denise was small in nature but stronger than anyone could imagine. She put up a fight of all fights and really don't think she lost the battle. She was rewarded with everlasting life in heaven and will be welcoming all that comes after her.

Sorry we couldn't be there for the funeral but we are there in spirit and our hearts ache with the rest of her family and friends.

Rest in peace Auntie, until we see each other again!

Love the Courtoreille Family..Paul, Shawna, Eli, Rocco & Nikko.

Sending deepest condolences from all my family, sending you all love and prayers in this very difficult time, Denise will be dearly missed.

Rod & Helen Mills .Our deepest condolences to Gary & all of Denise's children,grandchildren,brothers & sisters. Had a lot of good times with Denise back in the day when I spent a lot of time with her & all the the sisters had some fun great times.She will be missed by us all
RIP Denise.

Sylvia and I  are so sorry for the  loss of such a loving friend. Extending heartfelt love and hugs. 
We are unable to attend but will attempt to livestream.
Love and hugs Dennis Hoberg and family.

My sincerest condolences to you all. Gary and Denise were my dad Jack Hughes's next door neighbors in Yuma AZ, and I remember Denise being so funny and so kind to everyone, a really nice lady. We lost dad last year, so I understand your heartbreak Gary, may you find peace and comfort in the loving arms of your family and friends. Debbie Hughes Levan

Rest easy now aunt. To all of the Docken family. Robert, Sandra, and Tanya. And big papa uncle Gary. We love you all so much we are so very sorry for your loss.  Love Ray and Dawn and family ❤️😘

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Denise Marie Docken

March 26, 1955 – November 1, 2023

Parkland Funeral Services

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