Eva Ann Lenz Denlinger

Eva Ann Lenz Denlinger, aged 95, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2026, in Olney, Maryland. Born on July 8, 1931, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Pauline and William Hokman.

Ann grew up in Parkersburg, graduating from Parkersburg High School before pursuing her passion for helping others. She earned her bachelor degree from the University of Cincinnati School of Nursing, establishing a career foundation rooted in compassion and care. Following her graduation, she made her home in Kettering, Ohio, where she spent many cherished years. She was a longtime member of the Dayton Synchronettes, a synchronized swimming organization. She competed in the Masters Synchronized Swimming Competition yearly, all over the US. Her last performance in the Masters was at the age of 87. She also enjoyed many years snow skiing and golfing and traveled extensively with her husband Bill Denlinger. For the past two years, Ann resided at an assisted living facility near her daughter and son-in-law in Olney, Maryland.

Ann was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry Lenz, and her second husband, William Denlinger, her stepson Mark Denlinger (JoAnn) and her brother William Hokman. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion and grace, survived by her three loving children: Randall Lenz (Sophia), Cynthia Lenz Widmer (Christopher), and Steven Lenz (Lisa). She was the proud and adoring grandmother to six grandchildren: Dustin Lenz, Jeff Lenz, Ava Lenz, Alison Lenz, Brandon Lenz, and Josie Lenz who have fond memories of playing Pictionary with her and her iconic lack of drawing skills. Survived by her niece Lisa Hokman; and stepchildren, Bill Denlinger, Jr., Lisa Hess (Greg), Dwight Denlinger (Sue), Robin Weinstein (Larry). Her fun-loving, energetic spirit will be greatly missed.

Ann will return to her native home and be laid to rest in Parkersburg, West Virginia overlooking her beloved City Park where she had such fond memories of the pool where she first got her passion for swimming.