Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Aug 9, 2026

Derek Owen Dye, 54, of Englewood, Colorado, died on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Swedish Medical Center.

Derek was born June 25, 1972 in Denver, Colorado to Cheryl Duncan Dye and David Dye. He married Stephanie Jones on October 15, 2011.

Derek graduated magna cum laude from Metropolitan State University of Denver, number one in his class, with degrees in English and...

Aug 9, 2026

Ronald Acosta, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on August 9, 2026, at the age of 83. Born Los Angeles, California on December 19, 1942 as 1 of 7 children, Ronald lived a life that touched countless hearts and left an enduring mark on all who had the honor of knowing him.

Known for his immeasurable generosity and kindness,...

Aug 8, 2026

Lisa Christensen born Rita Marie Bradley, changing her name to Lisa when a professional dancer, passed peacefully on 8/8/26. 

Lisa was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey to Florence Grace Tryon and Robert Michael Bradley in 1941. 

Lisa was a former ballerina with the Joffrey Ballet in the 1960's who traveled all over the World and performed at The White House during the...

Aug 7, 2026

Nancy Thornton Kingdom, 92, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Nancy was born on February 14, 1934, in Boulder, Colorado, to Manford and Helen Thornton. An only child, she grew up with a lifelong love of learning and music. A gifted flautist and exceptional student, Nancy attended the University of Colorado as a Boettcher Scholar, graduating...

Aug 7, 2026

Jerome “JJ” James Baca, 72, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, after a long battle with heart failure, although he had a strong heart.

Jerome was born in Denver, Colorado, to David Manuel Baca and Mary Lucretia Arellano. Born and raised in the Denver metro area, JJ attended Molholm Elementary School in Lakewood and Belmont Junior High before graduating from...

Aug 7, 2026

Rose Earley passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, in Lone Tree, Colorado, surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was 94 years old.

Early Life and Education

Rose was born on March 22, 1932, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Jesse and Angela Bavaresco. She was the fourth daughter born to the family. Raised in a strong Italian Catholic community in Omaha,...

Aug 7, 2026

In Loving Memory of John Patrick Garofolo

John Patrick Garofolo, 58, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a loving family and many people whose lives were touched by his presence.

Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, John eventually made his home in Superior, Colorado. He was the beloved husband of Cammie Garofolo and a devoted father to his children, Katie and Alex, from his first...

Aug 7, 2026

Betty C. Knight of Denver, Colorado passed away on August 7, 2026 at the age of 99. Loving mother and Mimi.

A Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Monday, August 31, 2026 at 9:30AM with the Funeral Mass beginning at 10:00AM both at Garden's of St. Elizabeth, 2835 W 32nd Ave, Denver, Colorado.  A reception will immediately follow.  Betty...

Aug 7, 2026

Nola Marita Smith was born July 15,1931, at Quinter Hospital, Gove County, Kansas, to Howard E. and Ruth Ina “Scott” McDonald. She died August 7, 2026, at the age of 95, at Tru Community Care Hospice, Longmont, Colorado.

Her family lived on W.T. McDonald’s farm (grandfather) until the age of five. Her father worked for a construction company and moved many...

Aug 6, 2026

Robert J. Watson, 76, of Denver, Colorado, passed away on August 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. 

Robert was born August 25, 1949, in Corpus Christi, Texas, the son of Bobby Lee Watson and Violet Jo Guinn. He graduated from W.T. White High School in 1967, earned his Bachelor’s degree with Honors (Beta Gamma Sigma) from Southern Methodist University in...

Aug 5, 2026

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Aug 5, 2026

Vivian Bea Vaughan

December 21, 1938 – August 5, 2026

Vivian was born on December 21, 1938, in Pittsburg, Kansas, and passed away on August 5, 2026, in Burlington, Colorado.

She is survived by her siblings Nancy Bush, Jack and Sharon Goad, Roy Goad, Terry Goad, Barbara Jordan, Helen and Bob Leonard, and Judy Clyborn; her children Diana Jaques, Sylvia Echer, Deanette Knight,...

Aug 5, 2026

Aug 5, 2026

Detective Charles “Chuck” Wingard passed away at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer. Chuck is survived by his loving wife Yvonne, daughter Tiffany (Cheyenne Hopkins), son Matthew, his siblings Wilber, Jeffrey, Michelle, and Disrine Bedgood, his father-in-law Jimmy Bennett, his sister-in-law Yvette Bennett, and brother-in-law Lee Bennett (Tashina Bennett). Chuck is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, extended...