Mrs. Emma Lee Denmark, age 88, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2013 in Windsor, Colorado. She was born March 14, 1925, in Jellico, Tennessee, to Sophia and Sam Tankersley.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at The Good Samaritan Society-Water Valley Senior Living Resort in Windsor, Colorado. A graveside service was held Thursday, September 5, 2013, in Johnstown, Colorado.
Emma Lee was a resident of Decatur for many years and in 1999 she and her husband, Jimmy, moved to Colorado to be near their grandchildren. She was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church. Emma Lee was an amazing wife, mother, cook and wonderful mentor and loving friend to all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her son, David James Denmark.
Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Jimmy; daughter, Becky Romanowski (Mark); grandchildren, David and Michael Romanowki and Alley, Michael and Ryan Denmark.
Condolence cards can be sent to Jimmy Denmark, 805 Compassion Drive, Apt. 107, Windsor, CO 80550. In memory of Emma Lee, please donate to your local Meals on Wheels.
