Denise L. Settles



Denise L. Settles
, nee Blue, 55, of Marissa, IL, born Wednesday, August 10, 1955, in E. St. Louis, IL, died Sunday, February 6, 2011 at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis.

Mrs. Settles worked as a Registered Nurse at Memorial Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her:

  • Father: Donald F. Blue

Surviving are her:

  • Husband: Charles R. Settles, Jr
  • Mother: Dana, nee Barton, Blue
  • Children
    • Christopher R. Settles of Marissa, IL
    • Erin E. Settles of Marissa, IL
    • Andrew T. Settles of Mannheim, Germany
  • Grandson: Benjamin B. Settles
  • Brothers
    • Donald (Ruth) Blue of O'Fallon, IL
    • David (Ruth) Blue of Fayetteville, IL
    • Dan (Jodee) Blue of Millstadt, IL
  • Sister: Debbie (Dennis) Mernick of Belleville, IL
  • Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the College Fund for Benjamin Settles.

Visitation: Friends may call from 10 am - 12:45 pm, Thursday, February 10, 2011 at the Kurrus Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.

Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 12:45 pm Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Rev. Larry Patton officiating. Interment will follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.

Condolences left for Denise L. Settles:

    MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. I WORKED WITH DENISE SHE WAS A WONDERFUL CARING NURSE AND SO PROUD OF HER FAMILY AND OF COURSE LITTLE BENNY. GWEN IF I CAN DO ANYTHING PLEASE CALL ME SUE SCOTT

    sue scott belleville il 62221


    We are saddened to hear of the unexpected passing of your wife, Charles. Please know our thoughts and sympathies are with you in this difficult time. Ed, Joe, Steve

    RE's Joe Nash, Ed Darrow, Stephen Johnson CFM Field Office Atlanta, Georgia


    I am so sad to hear of your tragic loss. Know that your friends at VA CFM are thinking of your at this sad time.



    Renee Tietjen


    Charlie, Chris, and Family,
    We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Denise. Please take comfort in knowing that our entire Corps family is thinking of you all at this time and in the days ahead.


    Construction Division, Louisville District Lousiville KY 40201


    Charlie and Chris, I am so sorry and saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you both and your whole family.

    Chris Panzau Fairview Heights Illinois 62208


    To the Settles and the Blues, I send my condolences on this sad day.

    Larry Wernle Quarry Road, O'Fallon IL 62254


    Charlie - I think you, your family, and all of us are blessed to have Denise in our lives. Like I sent to Chris in a private e-mail, please keep your family close.

    Frank Kalisz Indianapolis IN 46226


    I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Settles death. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences on your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Linda Jordan Louisville Kentucky 40201


    To Charlie and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Let me know if there is anything I might be able to do.

    Kristi Kluck Milwaukee WI 53213


    Charlie, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies and many prayers.

    Bridgette Wiggins Milwaukee WI 53218


    Charlie,my deepest condolences and prayers go out to you and your family,for your terrible loss.

    Mark Brannin milwaukee Wi 53218


    Charlie- Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult moment!

    Matthew Tadisch Milwaukee WI 53235


    My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

    Karen Catura Pewaukee WI


    Charlie, Chris, Erin and Andy: I was shocked to hear of the news and offer you my most sincere condolences. I only hope that the fond memories of your wife and mother can replace the emptiness of the loss! God Bless!
    John


    John Burke - CH2M Hill Bartelso Illinois 62218


    Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time! Denise was a very special person and will be sadly missed.

    Scott & Cyndee Hill Coulterville IL 62237


    Words cannot express my sadness in hearing of Denise's passing. She was a close childhood friend. I will be thinking of you and praying for you in the coming days. Many hearts are heavy from the old neighborhood in Fairview Heights as we feel we have lost our own sister. May God bless you and hold you during this difficult time.

    Kennetha Cook Bishop McDonoug Georgia 30252


    I AM SO SORRY FOR ALL OF YOU. KNOW THIS IS A HARD TIME AND THE TIME WHEN FAMILY PULLS TOGETHER TO HELP EACH OTHER. WISH I COULD BE THERE BUT I AM IN THOUGHT AND PRAYER. LOVE TO ALL....MARNA

    MARNA (WEBER) AKERS SHAWSVILLE VA. 24162


    Charlie and Chris so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the many happy memories.

    Todd Knuth Savanna IL 61074


    Our condolenses go out to both sides of the families of Denise. To the Golden Girls, we wish you love and may all the sympathy wishes go with you daily.

    Allan & Sharon Hardin Cobden IL 62920


    My prayers go out for your family. May Gods love uphold you in this time.

    Cindy Carter Tucker Wyoming MI 49519


    My thoughts and prayers are with her family. She was a wonderful person and will be missed.

    Jaime Hershberger Belleville IL 62232


    My thoughts and prayers are with her family. She was a wonderful person and will be missed.

    Jaime Hershberger Belleville IL 62232


    Andy and family-

    Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers have always been with you as you serve our country abroad - but espcially now as you mourn the loss of your mother.


    Kevin, Michelle, Todd and Lauren Heckert Venedy IL 62214


    My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, and friends of Denise. I worked with Denise for 4 years, and she was by far one of the smartest and most caring people I have ever met in my life. I will miss her deeply, and will be keeping you all in my prayers for time to come.

    Lauren


    Lauren Santagato Collinsville IL 62234


    Charlie & Family: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you always find comfort in your memories.

    Gail Smith Richmond VA 23831