Richard Denton
Dayton
Richard Dean Denton, age 70, passed away Monday, November 21, 2016 peacefully at home with his wife by his side. Richard was born on November 12, 1946 in Dayton to the late Dan and Anna Kate (Mayton) Denton. He is also preceded in death by his sister Rita Ann Denton, and his Maltese grand-dog, Baby.
Richard was a lifelong resident of Dayton, and graduated from Rhea Central High School. He worked at BASF for 38 years before retiring. He enjoyed collecting Coca-Cola products and working on cars. He was of the Methodist faith.
Richard is survived by his loving wife, Betty Rae (Hall) Denton, his daughter Janet “Jan” Denise Denton, as well as his grand-dog, Gidget.
A funeral service for Richard will be held Wednesday at 4:00 PM in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Bill Ewing and Rev. Clyde Fitzgerald officiating. He will be laid to rest in Buttram Cemetery.
Please share your memories of Richard in his online guest register at
www.vanderwallfh.com
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The family is being cared for by Vanderwall Funeral Home where they will receive friends Wednesday after 2:00 PM.