Denise   Morton

love you Denise William Umbach

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Dear Jake and Jackie, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Jake you were a big inspiration to me when you kicked during high school and I thank you for that. Jackie I did not know you too well but in high school you always had a smile on your face and it was contagious. The same goes for your mom. I saw her and almost every Hudsonville Sporting event and she was always happy and always smiling. She was a big person in the small town of Hudsonville. Harrison "Harry" Deters

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God Bless the entire family our hearts are with you all. Tracey Lima

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Much love to you all, Morton family. With heartfelt sympathy Rhonda DeWaard

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All my love and prayers are with you....Denise is a beyond beautiful soul who has been called home. Britta Cleveland

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I knew Denise when we were very young. Our parents and families hung out together. In fact our daddies were best friends! I remember the games we played when I came to Denise's home to spend the night. I was Denise A. and she was Denise B. We pretended to be the "Flying Nun" and with towels on our head we would leap off the bed! What laughs we sharedI I also remember "painting" white fence posts with Indian paint flowers. 😊 I remember Denise as a very talented and inspirational woman. She was always accepting and welcoming. I am so very thankful to have known her. God Bless you all and I am very sorry for your loss. There is one less light on this earth with her absence. Denise Albar Walker

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Jeff and family, so sorry to hear about Denise! I think of all your family often. Not knowing what she was going through until now, please remember she is resting comfortably now. Not that that makes it easier for you. She always had a great smile. She will be missed! Jamie Betts

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Jake and Family, we are so sorry for your loss, and pray you find comfort knowing your Mom is with the Lord, right now, pain free, and smiling, as always. She is a beautiful woman, here and in Heaven, watching over us all. Kurt and Judy Overway

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The Angels are blessed to have such a wonderful person to wrap their arms around. My heart hurts with deep pain with this loss, a true challenge for all she left behind. I cry with deep sadness, and smile with great thankfulness that we (Nick and I) were lucky enough to have her in our lives. What a blessing she is and always will be. I love you my dear friend. Wendy Mack (Fischer)

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I had the privilege off knowing Denise most of my life and blessed to have her entire family as brothers and sisters in Christ. I have fond memories of taking Pastor Schmeltzer's confirmation classes (playing ping pong) and being confirmed with her. Through grace alone we are saved. Denise believed that truth and certainly reminded me of that with inspirational thoughts and wordsjust recently. We will keep your entire family in our prayers. Kevin Krueger

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I am convinced Denise was the nicest woman on earth, and feel tremendously lucky to have known her. Her constant acts of kindness will never be forgotten. The Martin family sends its love. Nick Martin

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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. You all have another angel watching over you. Rest easy Denise. ♡ Jenny & Kevin Perkins

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The Flaugher Morton family has lost a great wonderful and talented lady today. I am so sorry for your loss. I too have known her all of her life. She was an inspiration to me and so many others. She was always there with a smile, hug and those famous cookies. I remember when she played the piano at school for the 1 st time, her talent, she was my friend, we did cheerleading, camps, band trips and family outings. Many great stories and memories. I remember when she first moved to Ludington MI she said she was glad to bring hugs to the school. I remember how happy she was when she met her husband Jeff and when she was able to enjoy her last anniversary day with him just recently she loves you so much Jeff. I know that her babies Jacob and Jackie where the greatest gift from God for her and that her family was what she lived for she will always be there to cheer you on. I along with the rest of you who loved her and knew her well will forever be grateful for having her in my life. My deepest sympathy to you all and love to my sweet sister and Aunt Neisei. God Bless may you have peace and hug mom, Oma and Opa please. Cyndi Flaugher

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Jeff and family, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord's grace and peace guild your memories. Mike Oakwood Mike Oakwood

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Jeff, Jake and Jackie, Extremely saddened to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. I will forever cherish our times spent together at dance as the girls were growing up. We had so many laughs and fun times. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your life, I will never forget you. Love, Rosie, Jim and Kamera Rosie Daniel

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Snooksie, I feel so blessed to have spent some quality time with you in your final days. If I could have taken your pain away from you, I would have taken it 10 times over to free you from it. I know you are watching over us now. I'm sad because I miss you so much, but so happy because you are pain free and spreading your infectious smile above. Until we meet again....I love you tons! ♡ Diana Umbach

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Morton Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Denise's kind and caring spirit. She is one of my favorite "baseball moms" ever. I'll never forget getting lost in Stewart FL trying to get from the ball field to a nearby restaurant. We baseball moms figured it out and had a great dinner together. Peace to your entire family. Susan Bylsma

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I haven't see Denise in many years, I know she was a wonderful persons and will be miss. Sending thoughts and prayers that you will find comfort in knowing she is with God. Sorry for your loss Kathy Krueger Strole

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Jeff, Jake and Jaqueline; I am saddened to hear of the passing, my heart and prayers go out to you. Love larry morton

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Rest in peace Denise. Sending prayers to all of your family. Scott Worth

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Jeff, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I always remember the goodie bag she sent with me for my first plane trip to keep me calm. Love, Todd and Teresa Teresa Dellit

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I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of such a beautiful soul. In this picture she looks just like her Momma! Gerda will be so happy to see her baby girl! Deb, Diane, Jeff and Mr. Flaugher, my heart just breaks for all of you. Please know I will keep you in my prayers as you go through this time of great sorrow. Deborah (Baumann) Irwin

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Dear Jeff, Jake, and Jackie, My mind is absolutely racing with what I want to say. SO many memories and so many positive things to say. So many baseball games, tournaments, practices, and hitting sessions in your basement. Birthdays and BBQ's in your backyard. Denise Morton was and always will be one of the kindest, most gentle souls I will ever have the honor of meeting and calling friend. Even in the midst of her battle with cancer she would periodically post responses on my Facebook page about how she was praying for us, missed us, wished us well, and loved the pictures we posted. As you know she was a wonderful, selfless, caring and beautiful woman that God used to bless SO MANY people. I remember when Nick and Jake were playing baseball together when they were about 12 and my Mom died. She did not even know her but she was so thoughtful, loving, and caring. She was so sweet and supportive so a little boy named Nick Rusticus that her son had become friends with and she ALWAYS welcomed him into her house with open arms. I am deeply saddened that we can not be there to see the three of you as we are overseas. Please know that my heart both breaks for you and rejoices for Denise as she has earned her WELL DESERVED eternal reward. Heaven is eternally changed with the entrance of your amazing Mom and wife along with her life-changing chocolate chip cookies! We love you all!!! Scott Rusticus

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Dear Jeff, Jake, and Jackie, My mind is absolutely racing with what I want to say. SO many memories and so many positive things to say. So many baseball games, tournaments, practices, and hitting sessions in your basement. Birthdays and BBQ's in your backyard. Denise Morton was and always will be one of the kindest, most gentle souls I will ever have the honor of meeting and calling friend. Even in the midst of her battle with cancer she would periodically post responses on my Facebook page about how she was praying for us, missed us, wished us well, and loved the pictures we posted. As you know she was a wonderful, selfless, caring and beautiful woman that God used to bless SO MANY people. I remember when Nick and Jake were playing baseball together when they were about 12 and my Mom died. She did not even know her but she was so thoughtful, loving, and caring. She was so sweet and supportive so a little boy named Nick Rusticus that her son had become friends with and she ALWAYS welcomed him into her house with open arms. I am deeply saddened that we can not be there to see the three of you as we are overseas. Please know that my heart both breaks for you and rejoices for Denise as she has earned her WELL DESERVED eternal reward. Heaven is eternally changed with the entrance of your amazing Mom and wife along with her life-changing chocolate chip cookies! We love you all!!! Scott Rusticus

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Dear Jeff, Jake, and Jackie, Praying for you during this time. Your mom was such an amazing woman!! A wonderful neighbor when we lived there and a great friend! She left a great legacy in her testimony of 26 years of marriage and 2 wonderful God loving children!! May God bless you and give you peace and comfort during this time, knowing she is in heaven and you will see her again. Keri Kuiper

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Jeff and I are thinking of you and your family. So sorry for your loss. DeVonna Haskell

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Dear Flaugher & Morton Families Our sincerest sympathy to all of you in the loss of Denise. She was a real trooper and God and Gerda are now with her in her new heavenly home. Most sincerely, Lyn Pingle

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Dear Flaugher & Morton Familes Our deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of Denise, she was a real trooper, but now is with God and Gerda in her new heavenly home. Most sincerely, Lyn & Bob Pingle Lyn Pingle

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Jeff and family we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jeff and Cindy Thurkettle Jeff Thurkettle

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Thoughts and prayers are with the Morton family. Denise had such an amazing, positive spirit that will not be forgotten.That spirit will live on in all of the people she came in contact with. Holly Kerstner

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Jeff, Jake & Jacqueline, my thoughts and prayers go out to you as you go through this difficult time. She was a wonderful person and her memories will live on in our hearts. Big hugs to you all, Teri Coker & family Teri Coker

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Dear Jeff, Jake and Jacqueline I am so sorry your are hurting. You all did an amazing job taking care of your mom. May God wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you. She will always be in your hearts. Love, Di Diana Umbach

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Jeff & family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God comfort you all today and in the days ahead. Randy Crow

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You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Jamie Bozarth

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Dear Jeff, Jake and Jackie, Dan and I are so sad to learn of Denise's passing. We recently learned about her illness from my brother Vince, who is part of the hunting gang, Vince shared he saw Denise at the hunting cabin over the opening weekend and she was her usual, engaging self, getting all the updates from everyone and personalizing her visit with all those present. She was so gracious, so kind, so giving. It's hard to understand why our loved ones are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing her love for all of you was unwavering and her memory will live in your hearts and lives forever. In sympathy, Margie and Dan Clark Margie and Dan Clark

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Jeff, Jackie and Jake, The world is a better place because of Denise. She made a difference in the lives of many, including ours. Her smile, kindness and loving heart was contagious. She was quick to listen to and help others. We will forever be grateful for our moments talking with Denise and memories of our times watching the girls dance. She was quick to send a kind note and cookies to others - her cookies were the best and she was well known throughout Jenison and Hudsonville for them. We are sending you all much love and prayers that your many happy memories of your wife and mom will help to heal your hearts. Kim Oostindie

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The most amazing woman. May God wrap his arms around the Morton and Flaugher families. Love you all. Katy Kathryn Klisch-Phillips

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Jeff Hoping you find comfort in the love of family and friends. Keeping you and your family in my prayers- Debbie Holzenthal

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Dear Jeff, Jake and Jackie, I feel Blessed to have known Denise as one of my patients at Brennan Dentistry. I always looked forward to seeing her when she came in to our office, some people make special impressions and Denise was definitely one of those special patients. She connected with me and most others she met, as a loving, caring person.She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Pat Rapolevich

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Jeff,Jake and Jackie- Denise will be greatly missed by everyone she crossed paths with. That is very true in our office. She has been a patient for many years and there was never a visit where she ever came in complaining of her cancer struggles. She always wanted to know more about how we were all doing than talk about herself and she always left us with a hug and the most genuine smile I have ever seen. God bless James Brennan

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To the Morton Family,,We the Lodenstein Family,,Doug's uncles and aunts send out thoughts to each and everyone of you,,Carl,Jackie's boyfriend was named after our Brother Carl,,May you all find comfort that she is in no more pain & or suffering,,,HUGS to each and everyone of you,,And may God hold you in his hands and this time,,, Clare Lodenstein

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Jeff, Jake and Jacqueline, So sadden to hear of Denise's passing. We feel truly blessed to have been touched by her giving spirit. She was an amazing wife, mom and friend. Her caring and gentle heart was a gift to all. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Daneen Caro

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Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your entire family. Bob and Jamie Bolak

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Jeff, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. May you find strength in your family and faith. Mark and Kelly Rose

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Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you <3 lots of love! - Ryan, Amanda, Ryan Jr. and Zachary Flaugher Ryan Flaugher

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Dear Jeff, Jake, & Jacqueline, I am so deeply sorry. My love and prayers are with you. I am looking at the picture of Denise. Her smile brightens the page. That smile and her presence brightened all our lives. Her warmth and kindness filled our hearts. She was a remarkable women. God blessed all who had the privilege of knowing Denise. Nancy Luebs

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Jake & Family- So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Ryan Hilton

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Dear Jeff, Jake and Jackie, I am so sorry for your loss. Denise touched so many people with her kindness and love for others. I have so many fond memories of our times in Bellaire, from the kids running for freshly baked cookies to sharing shopping trips, and just hanging out on the raft on the lake. She loved giving to others and making people happy. And her family, that was what mattered most. My prayer is for your comfort, and that you carry on the love and goodness you saw in her. Carolyn Summers

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Thinking of you all as you celebrate your wife's wonderful life, Jeff. Love & Prayers, Jenny Norris

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