Denise was a beloved mother who was the best cheerleader to all of her children in everything they did. She had an open-door policy to many kids through the years. She loved camping and kayaking with a passion. Denise also enjoyed watching her chickens in the yard and a good bonfire. She had a hobby for bead art and painting. She loved her family with everything in her and had a passion for taking care of those around her. Denise was a devout nurse who loved caring for and healing her patients. She was a Carti employee for many years and was a travel nurse long before that. She also dedicated time as a cheerleading coach, softball coach, and volunteering on the Redfield Fire Department. Denise loved to travel and see the world wherever the road would take her. She enjoyed taking spur of the moment trips to sightsee with her husband. Denise was the light of Mike's entire world. She will be greatly missed by all those who loved her. In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by her late husband, Michael Garganeous.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Kelley of Jefferson; her mother, Vicki Evans of Jefferson; one son, Tyler Garganeous and wife MaKenzie of Bee Branch; two daughters, Cassie Garganeous of Greenbrier and Lacy Fuel and husband Cody of Jefferson; three grandsons, Easton Garganeous, Dakota Fuel and Zachery Garganeous; two brothers, Shayne Brewster and wife Kristie of Greenbrier and Lee Handy of Maumelle; a brother-in-law, Jimmy Garganeous of Jefferson; along with many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 15, 2022, at Green Hill Cemetery with Rev. Jock Carter officiating. There will be a visitation from 1:00-2:00 p.m. preceding the graveside service in the cemetery. You can sign Denise's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
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Darsha
Bauxite, AR Tuesday, December 13, 2022 She was a co worker, friend and loved her. She will be greatly missed by her CARTI Dr . Khalil team family. Prayers of comfort!!Reba Green
East End, AR Tuesday, December 13, 2022 Denise was such a light. He strength was beyond any man or woman I have ever known. She was so beautiful from the inside out. She will be greatly missed. Her family will forever be in my prayers. Let God heal you through this hard time.Pam flannigon
Searcy, AR Tuesday, December 13, 2022 We have always had a good time when Tyler and the boys played baseball. The girls were there also cheering them on. Denise you will truly be missed. I used to see you in the carti office. Loved visiting.Troy and Marjorie Roberts
Sheridan, AR Monday, December 12, 2022 Condolences to the family and their relatives. Troy and I didn't really know Denise personally but know some of the family and relatives. Remember the good times as Denise would want that. Our heart-felt sympathy to each of you and hang on to those treasured memories. Love in Christ.Lisa Nutter
Jefferson, AR Monday, December 12, 2022 I’m praying for everyone who loves this sweet lady as much as I did. She was a strong woman and a beautiful soul. I will miss talking to her and seeing her occasionally at the gas station. I’m praying especially for her children, grandchildren, her momma and her husband.We were just young women when we met in nursing school and we connected and stayed in touch. I love y’all. Denise I will see you again. Until then sweet friend ❤️