- Date Of Birth: November 18, 1936
- Date Of Death: June 22, 2019
- State: Maryland
Denise Martin Allen, 82, of Lake Havasu City, AZ, formerly of Anne Arundel County passed away on June 22, 2019 after savoring all life had to offer.
She was one of two daughters born in Oakland, CA to the late Leon and Marie (Lambert) Mears. She moved around many times following her father’s military and economist careers, finally living in Indonesia, before returning to the states to begin her own family. She followed the amazing examples she saw in her family growing up: WWII hero’s, business leaders and innovators, therefore Denise had no other option but to pursue a life of excellence as well. Denise began her own family and set roots initially in Florida and eventually the family settled in Northern VA. As a mother Denise raised her children with love and endeavored to cultivate within them determination and excellence as well. Always reminding them that they could do anything, and when she said anything, she truly meant it. While raising her children she started her own craft store, The Five Reasons, in Northern VA where she quickly put them to work as well. She later founded Serio-us Lock in the late 80’s where she again engaged her children to help launch what would become an exceptional company. To her, the company was always about people and relationships, especially the personal relationships she forged with every customer she could.
She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her children, John L. Martin (Lisa), Joseph L. Martin (Pam), James “Jamie” Martin(Ginger), Mary Lou Alcala (Gustavo), and Estelle L. Blalock (Danny); she was the beloved “Dinny” to 14, grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; she also leaves 1 sister, “GiGi”; and a host of other relatives and special friends.
