W.T. Shumake & Daughters

December 25, 1946 - October 22, 2025

Little Mollie Denny, 78, of Louisville transitioned to her Heavenly home on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

Visitation 5-8 Friday, November 7, 2025 at Lampton Baptist Church 1121 S. Clay Street. Funeral service 9:30am Saturday, November 8, 2025, at her church. Burial Evergreen Cemetery

Little Mollie Denny, a native of Louisville, Kentucky, was born December 25, 1946 to the late Artie C. Lee and Armealie B. Lee. She was one of eleven siblings (Franklin, Queen, Mary, Sheryl, Barbara Jean, Carolyn, Louis, Norman, Emery, Johnny, and Marcus.)

Mollie grew up loving the Lord, and at an early age joined Lampton Baptist Church. Mollie was a Christian woman, who lived her life in the pursuit of Christian excellence, being led by her God in all her endeavors. She spent her life working and being God's servant in her church. She was actively involved in various capacities in the church, such as singing in the Chapel Choir, serving as the president of the Lamptonnites, assisting the Secretary, performing custodial tasks keeping God's house in order, working on the Culinary Committee, serving as an Usher, member of the decorating committee, volunteering at the church clothes closet, and managing the soundboard. Mollie continued to serve the Lord through these ministries until her health began to decline.

During her time living in Georgia, she attended Friendship Baptist Church in College Park, where she continued to worship serve, and grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord. No matter where she was, Mollie remained steadfast in her devotion to God and His people.

Little Mollie Lee was united in matrimony to the late Dr. Page L. Patterson, and to this union, they were blessed with five children. Later, she married Michael Denny, with whom they shared thirty years of love and companionship.

Mollie was educated in the Louisville Public School system. She later pursued education and training at Simmons Bible College, University of Louisville, Jefferson Vocational School and Billy Graham Crusade Training. It was at the Billy Graham Crusade Training that Mollie received Counseling training so she could assist souls seeking Christ.

Mollie's professional journey reflected diligence and excellence. She began her career as a manager at Burger Queen, where her leadership abilities, and her strong work ethics, were quickly recognized. She was later employed at South Central Bell Telephone Company (now AT&T), faithfully serving through their many transitions, until she retired in 1998. Mollie's career took her from Louisville to Atlanta, and eventually back home to Kentucky to retire near the community and church she loved. In post-retirement, she was employed at Accent Marketing Services in accounting.

Mollie dedicated her life to the ministry and being of service to others. She was a member of the Ministers and Deacons' Wives Board, a member of the Greater Salem Outreach Jail Ministry, President of the Louisville Ministers' Wives and Widows Council, and faithfully held the office of Treasurer of the Open-Door Ministries. Serving diligently, and being committed to each organization’s purpose, was a mission Mollie aspired to continue until her health no longer allowed her to serve.

In addition to Mollie's ministry work, she was a gifted entrepreneur. She owned and operated a successful catering business, which became one of her greatest passions. From weddings to funerals, family gatherings to church functions, her food brought people together, and her presentation reflected her meticulous attention to detail. She truly poured her heart and soul into everything she did. Attendees at events would often inquire about her preparation of special dishes such as her melt in your mouth Macaroni & Cheese; her baked and fried chicken; her well-seasoned greens; her fish, and especially her particular brand of unforgettable sweet tea.

The Holy Spirit placed within Mollie a deep passion for families, youth, and her desire to see the next generation rise up in faith and truth. Mollie's heart beat for souls that were in the streets, incarcerated, in drug houses, and every place where hope seemed lost. Her mission was simple, but yet powerful, in that everyone would have the opportunity to hear the Word of God, and make the choice to follow Him.

Sadly on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Little Mollie Denny, peacefully departed this life, at her home, surrounded by her devoted husband Michael, holding her hand; and her eldest son Patrick, reading the Word of God, at her bedside. Mollie leaves to cherish her many memories, her husband, Michael Denny; sons, Patrick, Paul and Peter (Tynethea); children, Kanneil, Miquel (Tiffany), Michael, Nyvelle (Roscelyn), Micah, Nadacia, Marcia, De-Nisha, De-Juan, and Tanika; a host of grandchildren; great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Franklin, Barbara Jean, Carolyn, Norman (Wanda), Emery (Deana), Johnny, and Marcus; nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and loving friends, who will continue to celebrate her life and legacy.

Mollie's beloved family members who preceded her in death were her parents, Artie C. and Armealie B. Lee; sisters, Queen and Mary Sheryl; brother, Louis; son, Phillip; and daughter, Deborah.

Little Mollie Denny was a true woman of God- gracious, wise, compassionate, and unwavering in faith. Her life was a living testimony of service, love, and devotion. Her presence left an indelible mark on everyone who knew her. Her beautiful spirit, warm smile, and unwavering faith will remain forever in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.