Denise was Chair of the BOP when I joined as a member in 2013, and she handed me the reins in 2016. In my opinion, she was one of the kindest, most humble, caring people within ACB with whom I’ve ever had the chance to collaborate and work. She was one of those people who always took the time to listen and empathize, and she always seemed to be giving me, or anyone with whom she was interacting, the sense that they were the most important person in the world. She had an understated but smart sense of humor, and she always made any room a little brighter, a little kinder, and a more civil and accepting place for everyone. I will miss her.
– Ron Brooks
Sad news, indeed. Denise Colley and her husband Berl were devoted advocates for audio description. I have lovely memories of providing description for them while on a Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines adventure. Denise had such a sweet singing voice that I cajoled her into performing at a karaoke event – I provided "description" of lyrics as they appeared on the karaoke monitor via a steno-mask microphone/transmitter and a receiver/earbud in Denise's ear. She won the karaoke event! Berl performed a comic monologue, and great fun was had by all in attendance!! Both Berl and Denise are missed greatly.
– Joel Snyder
She was a widow and welcomed me here when I moved to Olympia five years ago. She was involved in braille, and legislative activities. She will be missed.
– Lynne Koral
I’m shocked! I was aware Denise wasn’t at convention, but I didn’t know how serious her illness was. She was a very gracious person. My heart and prayers go out to her family.
– Donna Seliger