Denise M. Kinkade

September 14, 1953 - July 22, 2019

Denise M. Kinkade (Bouchard), 65, a near life-long resident of Rocky Hill, CT passed away peacefully on July 22, 2019 after a lengthy illness. Denise was born in Hartford, CT on September 14, 1953 to Rachel (Fontaine) and Delphis Bouchard. Following her graduation from Rocky Hill High School in 1971, Denise went on to work for Ryder Truck Rental, Del’s Oil Service, Fiserv (ISGN), and Novitex Enterprise Solutions in clerical and administrative support roles. Denise dedicated a large portion of her life to her only daughter, Teisha Skeene, who was diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease and passed away at the age of 32. Following her daughter's diagnosis, Denise took on the role of primary caregiver, and worked tirelessly to care for Teisha and provide her every comfort as the disease progressed over a 10+ year period. Together, Denise and Teisha enjoyed their playful cats, and Denise loved finding new recipes to share with friends. Through her many hardships, Denise remained upbeat and devoted to her family. Denise is survived by her mother Rachel Bouchard, brothers Michael and Andre Bouchard, sister Suzanne White (Robert) and their daughters, Sarah and Amanda, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Teisha Skeene and her father, Delphis Bouchard, and many relatives. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019 at 10:30 AM in the Rose Hill Funeral Home, 580 Elm St. Rocky Hill. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Family and friends may call at the funeral home from 10:00 to 10:30 AM just prior to the service. Please share an online expression of sympathy, memories, or photo tributes at www.rosehillfuneralhomes.com.