Denise Maronski

December 30, 1947 - April 17, 2020

Denise Trang Maronski passed away on 17 April 2020 peacefully at home with members of her loving family by her side after a long illness from Parkinson’s (PSP) and Dementia. She is survived by her adoring husband, Greg and her five children Jamey Jacques, Michelle Phillips, and Anthony Jacques from South Carolina, Matthew Maronski from Fairfax Station, Virginia and Natalie Maronski from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Her first marriage to James Jacques ended in divorce. Her parents Marius and Bay Trang and a brother Raymond predeceased her. She is also survived by a brother and sister, Robert Trang and Elisabeth Trang both from Houston and another sister, Christiane Donnelly from Bonita Springs, Florida.

Denise was born in Saigon, Vietnam and graduated from French schools there. As an Army wife, Denise traveled the world while living in Monterey, California; Jakarta and Bandung Indonesia; Waipio Gentry, Hawaii and Fairfax Station, Virginia. Most of her working life was spent in the banking industry working as a teller, branch support officer, headquarters accounting officer and branch manager for the Bank of Paris, Monterey Savings and Loan, Interstate Bank, First Hawaiian Bank and Pentagon Federal Credit Union. Her last assignment was running the PENFED White House Office in the New Executive Office Building. She was medically retired from that position. Between banking assignments she spent many years as a volunteer at Silverbrook Elementary School with her best friend and side-kick Mrs. Evelyn Lee. This volunteer work led to a job at the Crosspointe Community Center as part of the community management team for several years.

Denise was a detail orientated person who thoroughly enjoyed life, was creative in her humor and charitable to all. She loved growing orchids, African Violets and all varieties of houseplants, but only accepted bouquets of flowers (red, white and yellow roses) once a year on her anniversary.

The family would like to express its appreciation for the wonderful care given by Ninfa Paz from Senior Care Safe over several years as Denise’s health declined and the superb Hospice team from Vitas Healthcare.

A celebration of her life will be planned for late July in accordance with her cultural traditions.

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5 Jan 2021 Greg, I am so sorry to hear of Denise's passing. While attempting to locate you online today, I discovered this sad news. I remember meeting Denise in Monterey during the early 80s when stationed at Fort Ord. I too had lost my first wife, Trish in 2008. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

FAREWELL TO MY BELOVED SISTER DENISE! Sorry, I couldn't be on her side for the last moment .... I would like to thank Greg and Matthew for taking very good care of my sister. I was very grateful of yours loves and caring to my sister. God Bless

A memorial tree was planted in memory of Denise T. Maronski.

Greg: I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved Denise. I am glad I got to see her in October. I will always remember her as a happy and funny woman who I enjoyed being around. God Bless you and your family.

Denise was my wonderful big sister and I'll miss her. She was a happy funny cheerful person. We had so much fun together whether our trips to Las Vegas or taking cruises. I'll think of her every time I hear a slot machine jackpot.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Will forever miss my bestie of 30 years. So grateful for her friendship,wil cherish all the happy memories. Prayers to Greg,Mathew and Natalie

I mourn the loss of this wonderful Trang sister and only wish we had more contact after Saigon. I remember Denise fondly and send my most sincere and heartfelt condolences to her husband, children, grandchildren and friends. God Bless. Be Well Everyone!

Greg, Matthew and Natalie My son and I were glad that we got to visit with you Greg and Matthew and caught up with a lot of events and saw Denise when she could still respond.Sorry that we did not get to see Natalie. Denise was blessed to have such a wonderful family in her time of happiness and illness. God bless you

Greg, so sorry for your loss. While I only met your beloved Denise a few times at the PFCU in the building, each encounter was so wonderful. Her smile and cheerful disposition was so welcoming. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of mourning. May she rest in peace. God bless.

Kim, your family has my deepest condolences. I know your brother is torn by his loss. May her soul rest and spirit soar. Thinking of you Latonya

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