Nancy Jean (Swiftney) Denning, age 85 of Grand Haven, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at a local care facility. She was born on August 29, 1937 in Grand Haven to George and Freida (Hoffman) Swiftney, Sr. Nancy married James “Jim” Denning in 1958.
Nancy graduated from Grand Haven High School, raised her children, and was employed as a cashier then greeter (and security expert) at Meijer’s Grand Haven store for many years, finally retiring at age 82. She was a member and involved in the music ministry at West Olive Christian Reformed Church for many years.
Nancy is survived by her three sons, Jack (Sonja) Denning, Craig (Kathy) Denning, and Jeff (Maria) Denning; grandchildren, Connor (Ashley) Denning, Ryan Gjestrum, Hunter and Madelyn Denning; brother, George (Judy) Swiftney, Jr.; and sister-in-law, Sheila Denning.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim in 1991; daughter, Gail in 2020; and brother, Ron in 2008.
Her losses have ended, and Victory is hers. May God, His Angels, and Saints, along with Jim, welcome Nancy into Paradise.
The Funeral Service for Nancy will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 10, 2023 at Klaassen Family Funeral Home with Pastor Leonard Troast officiating. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be at Lake Forest Cemetery.
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