John V Denton, Sr.

ROCKY MOUNT – John V. Denton, Sr., age 78, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022. Born in Halifax County, NC on March 17, 1943, he was the son of the late Charlie Denton and Rena Morgan Denton. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Ann Harris Denton; his brother, Emily Denton; and his sister, Agnes Shephard.

A man of great faith, John was a member of Arlington Baptist Church for over 50 years. As a licensed insurance agent for Farm Bureau, he retired following over 30 years of dedicated service in which he held several positions throughout those years along with many accomplishments and achievements. Having never met a stranger, John had a unique personality which many would naturally gravitate to allowing him to forge many lasting friendships and relationships along the way. Outside of his career in insurance, he especially enjoyed traveling, visiting the mountains, but most importantly he cherished his family, especially his grandchildren. A loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, colleague, and dear friend to many, John will be always remembered and forever missed.

John is survived by his sons, John V. “Van” Denton, Jr. and his wife, Annette, of High Point and Charles A. Denton and his wife, Donna, of Spring Hope; his grandchildren, John V. Denton, III, Melanie Denton and fiancé Leighton Foster, Zachary Denton and wife Codi, Mia Denton, Caroline Denton, McKenzie Latham and fiancé Lorenzo Valdez, and Chase Latham; his great-grandchild, Damian Valdez; his brother, Douglas Denton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service to celebrate John’s life will be announced at a later date.

A Private Graveside Service will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel of Memories with Rev. Phillip Coates officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in John’s memory to Arlington Baptist Church, 1500 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27803.

Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.