Denise grew up in Fremont, Michigan. She met her husband, Tom, while they were both attending M.S.U. Denise graduated with a BA in German and a secondary education teaching certificate. She has continued to learn about Microsoft products, design and publishing through continuing education courses.
Tom and Denise have been married for almost 25 years. They have 2 children out of college, Allison and Andrew. They enjoy living in Grand Ledge, following the Spartan Marching Band Drumline and being involved with St. Michael Parish.