Edna DenBesten, nee Ver Dught, 96, of Mesa, AZ, formerly of South Holland, IL, passed away Saturday February 21, 2015 in Mesa, AZ. Mrs. Den Besten was born in Otley, Iowa. Edna was a teacher, needle worker and quilter extraordinaire, a Pinochle and Bridge whiz, a tireless worker and babysitter. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Survivors include her daughters Linda (Alan) Jones and Lois (Roger) Nietering, Son Ray (Irene), 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Private services have been held.