Reta Diane Denny (Munsell)

Published 3:45 pm Monday, December 16, 2024

WOODBURN – Reta Diane Munsell Denny, 82, of Woodburn passed away December 7, 2024 at her residence. The McLeansboro, Illinois native was born January 19, 1942 to the late James F. and Diana Vaughn Munsell. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Ermon Loyal Denny, Jr.; son, Dirk Ermon Denny; and infant daughter, Michelle.

Reta was a devout Christian and loved the Lord. She served her community as Registered Medical Assistant with Dr. William Moore and Dr. James Salmon. Reta was a creative person; a musician, singer, and artist.

She loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Survivors include her son, Craig Denny (Erin) of Woodburn; grandchildren, Matthew Denny (Wes Moran), Travis Denny (Kate), and Leah Denny (Vinnie Moreno); great-grandchildren, Arden Denny, Kirk Moreno, Julia Moreno, and Aurora Moreno; sisters, Susan Webb (the late Mike) and Kathy Alexander (John); nieces and nephews, Justin Webb (Stacy), Ethan Webb (Molly), Tiffany Survant, Timothy Denny (Renee), Tara Cox, Theron Goble, and JB Alexander (Maretta).