Kenneth Denesha, 70, formerly of Gouverneur and most recently of Silver Springs, Fla., passed away July 15, 2012.

He was born November 18, 1941.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

He was predeceased by his parents, Lynn Denesha and Beulah Hayden Denesha, and his sister, Marie Denesha Forbes.

He was a Jumbo Drill Operator in the mining industry and worked for the Laborer’s Union.

He is survived by his wife, Amy Simmons Denesha; sister Kay Denesha McIntosh and spouse Bill; brother Lynn “Pete”Denesha and spouse Kathy; three children; four stepchildren; and many grandchildren and some great-grandchildren.