Ricky Dell Denton's Obituary
Mr. Rick Denton, of Mount Dora, FL, passed away at the age of 59, on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 9:55 pm at his home. He was born on March 19, 1951 to Ceasar Dell and Betty Lou Denton. Born and raised in Henderson, KY, he was a coal miner for 11 years. Upon moving to Florida, he owned a commercial lawn service for 25 years. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, hunting and training Labrador Retrievers. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Belinda; son, Brandon Denton of New York City, NY; daughter, Heather Black (husband, Garrett) of Augusta, GA; sister-in-law, Carole Harpole of Plano, TX; brothers-in-law, Ron Burdon (wife, Marti) of Georgetown, KY, Larry Burdon (wife, Kathy) of Princeton, KY, Tom Burdon (wife, Betty) of Evansville, IN and Tim Burdon (wife, Joyce) of Marion, KY; uncle, Bill Haire of Henderson, KY; cousins, Glenda Reynolds of Henderson, KY, Sue Frederick of Henderson, KY, Diane Nance (husband, Joe) of Slaughters, KY, Jane Lancaster (husband, Hodge) of Henderson, KY, Stanley Barrett (wife, Darla) of Henderson, KY and Wayne Barrett of Henderson, KY; as well as a host of other relatives and friends. The family received friends for viewing on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 from 10 – 11 am with a funeral ceremony starting at 11 am in the funeral home chapel. Arrangements were entrusted to Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Cornerstone Hospice, 2445 Lane Park Rd., Tavares, FL 32778. Condolences may be left for the family by signing the guestbook below!
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