Obituary of Laurence William Denman

Laurence William Denman Larry Denman peacefully entered heaven on May 18, 2013. Born on May 1, 1930, Mr. Fudge or Mr. D., as he was lovingly known, lived 83 years and said God had blessed with him with a wonderful life. He is survived by his wife Maureen Denman and three sons: Chris Denman and wife Sandy of Waynesville, NC, along with their sons, Stephen, Michael and Matthew; Dr. Derrick Denman and wife Amy of Mooresville, NC, along with their children, James, Lyle, Lake, Patricia and Jessica; Todd Denman and wife Mary of Greenville, SC, with their children, AnnaMarie, Luke, Laura, Andrew and Scott. He served during the Korean War from 1950 to 1952. He and Maureen married June 16, 1957. After making their home in Bryson City in 1976, Larry and his wife Maureen started the Heavenly Fudge Shoppes of Cherokee, NC. He enjoyed playing golf, cooking and good food. He also loved his grandkids and would photograph the tea parties Maureen had with them. His biggest love though was Jesus. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 19, 2013 in the chapel of Crisp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2 until 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.