Mary Anne Denton
October 24, 1933 ~ October 10, 2024
Born in:
Buncombe County, NC
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Arden- Mary Anne Sprouse Denton, 90, of Arden, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 10, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert L. Sprouse and Louise Atkins Sprouse. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of almost 50 years, Daniel F. Denton.
Mary Anne was a native of Buncombe County and graduated from Lee Edwards High School. She was employed as a secretary at First National Bank in Asheville for 13 years. She then decided to stay home to raise her children for the next 17 years. She was a longtime volunteer at Glen Arden Elementary School and was later employed as a teacher’s assistant for 13 years. She remained in touch with several of her students after her retirement.
She enjoyed spending time walking at Biltmore Square and later at Blue Ridge Mall where she met many friends. She loved flowers and enjoyed collecting various items. She was also a longtime member of Arden Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by a daughter, Dana Denton (Mark) of Brevard; a son, Brian Denton of Durham, NC; two granddaughters, Anna Utter of Mills River and Erin Denton of Bradenton, FL; three great-grandchildren, Joseph and Emma Powell of Brevard and Summit Steeves of Mills River as well as an extended family who she loved like her own.
A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at Calvary Churchyard in Fletcher.
The family graciously asks that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Mary Anne’s memory to a charity of your choice.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
Services
Graveside Service: October 15, 2024 11:00 am
Calvary Episcopal Churchyard
Hendersonville Road
Fletcher, NC 28732
Mrs.Denton was my teacher in first grade alongside Miss.Noyes ( Glen Arden Elementary).Mrs Denton was such a gentle soul,always kind & loving to all of her students! What a blessing to have had her as my teacher and for her to be a part of my precious childhood memories. Praying for Mrs.Denton’s family & friends! Love, Jennifer (Kindley) Lunsford
Dana, I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. Such a sweet lady, we were blessed to have known her. Prayers for you and your family. Love always
I’m so sorry for you loss. Dana and family are in our thought and prayers.
Mary Ann was an angel on earth. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. I said hi to her every time I pasted her house. I will miss her smile and positive attitude
MaryAnn was like a second mom to me. I spent many days growing up and playing with Dana and Brian. Many good memories with our neighbor friends. She always put others before herself. Such a godly woman. We will miss her. Thinking of you Dana and Brian and grandkids.
Mary Anne was my cousin, Alice Gleason’s assistant at Glen Arden ES for many years. I met her then. She was a special lady and was so helpful in taking Alice for eye appointments.
May your many memories bring you comfort..
Brian and Dana I am so sorry for your loss! Your mom was such a sweet lady! My mom always thought highly of her, and would speak of MaryAnn Sprouse (as she knew her in school) fondly.
She was a beautiful lady I can see why she was so loved from earthly family and friend, but God only lent her to us for 90 eyears, He wanted that beauty back in His arms and alone side of her soulmate. So sorry for your losing her beautiful body but you must always have her heart😇
Mary Ann was so sweet to everyone! You always felt better after talking to her. Praying for the family!