Douglas Denver Mabe Sr., 87 of Heiskell went to his heavenly home on August 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Denver was born March 17, 1937, in Pulaski, VA to Miles Mabe and Reba Hughes Mabe.

He was preceded in death by his parents Miles and Reba Mabe. Brother Miles Mabe Jr., Sisters: Doris Mabe Malone, Patsy Mabe Holt and Shirley Mabe Farmer. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Mary Jo; Sons: Douglas Jr. and David (Heather); Daughters: Cynthia Johnson (Mark), Kimberly Curtis (Jerry), Stacy Daugherty (Randy), Karen Campbell and Madison Mabe. Grandchildren: Melissa Mabe, Jennifer Tisdale, Brandi Grant, Andrew Curtis, Matthew Campbell, Christina Folden, Rachel Vowell, Douglas Hill, David Arthur Mabe, Salena Mabe and Eden Campbell; Great-grandchildren: Hunter Thomas, Kanan Curtis, Ava Thomas, Brooke Moore, Tucker Thomas, Shiloh Curtis, Douglas D. Hill, Elijah Hill, Aspen Curtis, Harper Hill, Maverick Curtis, and John David Mabe. He is also survived by many special nieces and nephews and one brother Larry Mabe of Chillicothe, MO.

Denver gave his heart to Jesus at the Clinton Church of God where he faithfully attended for over 50 years. That decision would leave a legacy upon his family. In that church he met the Love of his life, Mary Jo House. They were married on December 16, 1956, and together have raised six biological children and one great-granddaughter. Denver loved the Church and helped design and build the Clinton Church of God with former pastor Dewayne Greene. Denver and Mary Jo enjoyed traveling and belonged to a traveling camper club. Denver was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons and grandsons. He loved and was beloved by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was so proud of his large family and would often offer words of guidance or encouragement.

The family would like to thank the Hospice Nurses who cared for Denver and his special nurse Valerie Dugger who cared for him for over two years.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 5th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Life to follow at the Clinton Church of God. Pastors Curtis Akers and Doug Hill will officiate. Burial will be on Friday, September 6th at Overton Cemetery in Heiskell. Woodhaven Funeral Home, Claxton is in charge of arrangements.