Carlton Reed Denning

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March 29, 1954 ~ April 8, 2025


Resided in: Candler, NC

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Carlton Reed Denning, 71, of Candler, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at the CarePartners Solace Center.

Born March 29, 1954 in Florida, Carlton was a son of the late Charles Edwin Denning, Jr. and Joan Damaris Jenkinson. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Jessica Laughter.

Mr. Denning retired from the Asheville Fire Department. While being a firefighter, he was also known as “Pop” from Hip Hop and Pop from the tv show Cannonball Run 2001. He worked for Regional Transport up until his last weeks. He enjoyed hiking and spending time with his family.

Surviving is his wife, Robin Denning; son, Jason Denning; daughter, Alesha Laughter; grandchildren, Savannah Keith (Kyle), Lillian Moss (Shane), Lucy Laughter, Jacob Denning and Lucas Denning; sister, Caren Denning; and brothers, Richard Denning and Charles Denning, III.

Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Pisgah View Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.

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Visitation: April 10, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Funeral Service: April 11, 2025 11:00 am

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Burial: April 11, 2025 12:00 pm

Pisgah View Memorial Park
1529 Smokey Park Hwy
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 667-4415

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  1. I will always remember Carl as a strong and positive role model of a man. Endless patience, even when me and Jobob caught the barn on fire. I can’t imagine how embarrassing that was for a fireman. The sweetest, most caring and compassionate family man. He loved you and he loved hard. I will miss you Papi.

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  2. We all loved Carl so much. Such a fine man. Today he is singing with the heavenly choir and breathing the gentle air. You will be missed.

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  3. Oh how you will be missed. Shine bright up in heaven say hello to my grandparents for me Roy and Mary Anne.

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  4. Carl was a great person and was great to all he knew.
    We’re sure he will be greatly missed.
    We loved him!

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  5. Sad to hear that Carl as passed. I worked with Carl at AFD. We shared many emergency calls as well as meals and funny stories.I will always remember his winning the reality show the cannon ball run. You will be missed Carl but never forgotten. My condolences to the Denning family

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  6. Robin and Family,

    Ruthie & I are so sorry to hear of Carl’s passing. Keeping you and the family in our thoughts and prayers.

    Love,
    Robbie & Ruthie Dempsey

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  7. Robin,
    So sorry to hear of Carl’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  8. Robin, we will be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
    Praying for comfort that only God can give.
    Love, Bart and Sheila Crooke

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  10. Robin & family.
    Marvin & I want to let you know that you all will be praying for God’s comfort during this time. I (Janice) enjoyed getting to know him in our time in the choir. He will be missed.

    All our love, Marvin & Janice Jones

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  11. I sure will miss our side of the road chats my friend 🧡 I hope you are enjoying your hike all over Heaven. Looking forward to seeing you again and hearing about your adventures in your Heavenly home.

    Robin and family, my heart is heavy for each of you, I know God will carry you through and I pray you feel His presence in the days ahead.
    ❤️

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  14. Kathy Jessee
    Robin I’m so sorry I can not be there for you and family. May Creator be with all of you. Love you always
    Kathy Jessee

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  16. We are deeply saddened by the passing of Carl. Our condolences to his family and close friends. He was a good man.

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  17. We are so very sorry for your loss of a beloved family member. Our sincere condolences ❤️🙏❤️

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  18. Robin and family, our hearts are heavy and words just aren’t enough. Prayers and love to you.
    Eddie and Dianna

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  19. Robin, I’m so sorry to hear of Carl’s passing. But remember, he passed into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ. He’s missed here of course but, you’ll meet again soon!

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  21. Robin thinking of you! So sorry to here about carl! I have alot of memories! Praying for you all!

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  23. To Robin, family and friends. We are so sorry for the loss of Carl. What a legend! There are no words that can heal us, so we must turn to faith and prayer. You are all in our hearts and prayers.

    David and Melissa

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  24. A day in the life of Carl. He stepped up, and stepped forward. A fun guy, grateful person, with
    a solid soul. Had a great time on the big river – just one of his many adventures. He was ‘Livinlife.’ We are better people because of folks like Carl. Peace forever, buddy.

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  25. We grew up in south Miami with Carlton. Carlton was my brother Tom’s best friend growing up and they remained friends through life. I’m so glad they got to speak the other night. There were many adventures with Carlton and he was always fun. Carlton was a big part of our family in the 60’s and 70’s. Tom let us all know about his passing and we were sad to hear it. Peace.

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  26. Robin, so sorry for the loss of your husband, Carlton. I hope that the candles lit here by your friends and family bring you comfort and love. I will be praying for Carlton, you and your whole family. Once you have time, I hope that I can attend a Blessing Away Ceremony for him. May he dance along shining way to the Divine Creator. With love and prayers.

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  28. Carlton is so loved and will be very much missed. I regret that I couldn’t see him one last time. He was such a gentle and kind soul who loved life and lived it very well.

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  30. Carl was a great guy and an awesome employee. We really had a lot of fun times at RTS. He helped us through a lot and made it a fun place to work. He was a great story teller and always adding to his own adventures list. A modern day Huckleberry Finn. He will be greatly missed by all, but we will always remember the smiles he brought ot our faces, many times over. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
    Sincerely,
    Cyndi and Charles Blankenship.

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