Condolences for
Denise Mariakis (Steinke )

Our prayers are with Denise.s family and particularly her loving husband and son, George and Mary Ellen. we were so pleased to meet the vibrant
Denise at a wedding. as many others have said, she lit up a room and will
Be remembered fondly. Our love, Sharon and Bob Weilbaecher

I will always remember Denise more as a sister than a cousin. We grew up on the same block in Phila. Our moms were sisters and our grandmother raised us while our moms worked. I can still remember the first day she went off the school and left me behind (I'M the younger one). She'll always be the woman I wanted to be. I looked up to her then and always will. She will be missed but everyone she left behind is a better person because she was in our lives. She lives on.

Denise and I were classmates at Bucks, in nursing school. We did a really good job as Prez and VP of our class. We permitted many to attend graduation, who couldn't have otherwise, by our efforts.

It's been a long time since we had seen each other, but her smile was easily recognized. Many times I had thought of our fun times in nursing school and wondered where she had landed.

Denise's passing is a reminder of how short life is and to never put something off until tomorrow-no one is promised another day.

Peace and positive energy to Michael and the boys and her siblings...
Judi Z

The apple did not fall far from the tree. Your Mom was and is a wonderful person. Hold on tight to the love you shared with her. She will always be in your heart.

Denise,
I never was honored to meet you in person but I feel that I know a small part of you through your son, George. He is an amazing friend and person, so I know that you had a huge part in that. George, Mary Ellen, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this impossible time. Renee