Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
David Shawn Blair
Jun 3, 2026
David Shawn Blair, 60, of Littleton, Colorado; drew his last breath on 6/3/2026 at his home of 30+ years surrounded by family and his trophies of cherished memories.
David Blair was a leader, mentor, and inspiration to his family, friends, and colleagues. A man that could only be described as larger than life, David was both a mountain in character and...
Vernon "Vern" Charles Pearson
Jun 2, 2026
Vernon "Vern" Charles Pearson, a man whose kindness and welcoming spirit touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, in Louisville, Colorado. Born on November 20, 1957, in Phoenix, Arizona, Vern lived a life marked by dedication, love, and freedom.
Vern's journey was one defined by hard work and passion. Serving his country in the Air Force,...
Robert "Bob" Harston
Jun 2, 2026
Bob Harston was born in Enid Oklahoma, October 14, 1932. Raised in Oklahoma City, he graduated from Classen High School in 1950 and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma in 1954. Bob was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and received a BMOC award while attending OU. He was an Eagle Scout.
Following graduation, Bob worked in...
Carmella Aragon
Jun 1, 2026
Carmen Aragon passed away peacefully at her home in Denver on June 1, 2026. Carmen met the love of her life, Leonard Aragon, in Chicago, IL and they were married on July 17, 1953. They settled in Denver, CO where they raised their family of five children. Their home became the heart of many cherished gatherings with family and friends....
Noma "Lou" Hume
Jun 1, 2026
Noma Lou (Butler) Hume, 93, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026. Born in Enid, Oklahoma, on October 3, 1932, to Alton Cullen Butler and Bertha Elma (Edwards) Butler, Noma Lou was a true spark from the very beginning. She grew up in the Christian faith and attended the Central Christian Church of Enid with her Aunt...
Carol Ann Morris
Jun 1, 2026
Carol Ann Morris was home.
Home was the warmth of her smile, the comfort of her presence, the sound of laughter around her table, and the certainty that no matter what was happening in life, you were always welcome. To her family, friends, neighbors, and anyone fortunate enough to know her, Carol was home.
Carol was born on August 24, 1948, in...
Charlotte "Patricia" McGinnis
May 31, 2026
C. Patricia McGinnis, a longtime resident of Westminster, Colorado, passed away on Sunday, May 31st, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of generosity, friendship, and a deep love for her family and community.
Born on March 25th, 1935, in Bradford, Pennsylvania, Patricia was the daughter of Lloyd and Ruth Flynn Brown. On September 18, 1954, she married her high school sweetheart, Roland...
Ted F Kelley Jr.
May 31, 2026
Ted Flynn Kelley Jr., 84, of Buena Vista, Colorado died May 31, 2026. Ted was born March 8, 1942 in Kansas City, Kansas and grew up in Lakin, Kansas, graduating from Lakin Rural High School. He attended the University of Kansas earning his BFA in 1964 and his MFA in 1973. He was married to Michele Clugston in Little Rock,...
Argirios S. Kamilatos
May 31, 2026
Today, our world has changed with the unexpected loss of a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Arigrios “Eddie” Kamilatos, age 71, of Aurora, Colorado. Born in Lourdata, Kefallonia, Greece, Eddie later made his home in Aurora, where he passed away surrounded by the love of his family.
Eddie was the most loving husband, father, and grandfather anyone could ever ask for....
Sally Jane Owens
2026
Sally Jane Owens, age 81, died on May 30, 2026, in Centennial, CO. She was surrounded by her family at the time of her death.
Sally was born in Minneapolis, MN. Her parents were Carl and Esther Hulander. She attended Rapid City Central High School in Rapid City, SD. Sally graduated from the University of Minnesota, Mankato, in 1967 with a...
Carol Ann Eastman
May 30, 2026
Carol (Candy) Eastman passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at the age of 79.
The second oldest of six children and the eldest daughter, Candy was a natural caregiver from the start — someone who measured her life in service to others, especially children and the elderly. She was crowned Prom Queen at Ironton High School in 1966, and went...
Michael W. Bertz
May 29, 2026
Dr. Michael Wilbur Bertz, of Denver, Colorado, was released from the surly bonds of Earth on May 29, 2026 from complications of Parkinsons’ Disease. Born on June 11, 1936, in Cadiz, Ohio, to parents James and Agnes Sickle Bertz, he was almost 90 years old. Michael was a pediatric anesthesiologist, pilot, and friend to many throughout his life. He is...
Keith Brian Martin
May 29, 2026
Keith Brian Martin was born on December 8, 1955, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. From an early age, his father introduced him to hunting and fishing, and a love of the outdoors became a passion that stayed with him his whole life.
After graduating from Columbia City Joint High School, Keith built a career as a tool and die maker/CNC Programmer in...
Carolyn "Carol" Hoff
May 28, 2026
Carolyn “Carol” Hoff passed away on May 28, 2026 at her home in Thornton, Colorado surrounded by family.
Born on December 21, 1940 in Waterloo, Kansas. The oldest of 6 she grew up in Wichita, KS with her parents, Frank & Margaret Hoffman. She married Verlyn Hoff in 1958. Early in their marriage they lived in Kansas and then Oklahoma. They...
Guy "Kelly" Housewert
May 28, 2026
Guy Kelly Housewert, known as Kelly to many passed away on May 28, 2026 at Swedish Hospital of cancer. He was not alone; sister Bette Jo and friend Shirlee were with him as he passed.
Kelly just had his 76th birthday on May 16th, 2026 He was born on May 16th, 1950 in Sycamore, Illinois to Nancy Jane Duncan Housewert and...
Douglas Carl Kempfer
May 26, 2026
Douglas Carl Kempfer, 85, of Westminster, Colorado passed away at home on May 26, 2026. Doug was born in St. Louis, Missouri on October 4, 1940 to Milton (Tubby) and Dorothy Kempfer who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by son Ric, younger brother Kenny, and in-laws Polly and Roy Hornburg. Doug is survived by his...
Maralene Stevens
May 26, 2026
Maralene Jeanette Stevens passed away peacefully at Collier Hospice on May 26, 2026, just weeks shy of her 92nd birthday. She was born in Childress, Texas, on July 17, 1934, to Ernest and Gladys Riddle. Maralene moved multiple times throughout the south and in Colorado before settling in Arvada, Colorado, and then marrying the love of her life, Jimmy Dean...
Donna Sue Kelley Palmer
May 25, 2026
Donna Sue Kelley Palmer, lovingly known as “Nonna” to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her husband and family. She was just weeks shy of celebrating her 90th birthday.
Donna was born on June 13, 1936, in Arvada to Myron Ellis Kelley and Georgia Elsie May Kelley. She graduated from...
Elizabeth Diane Quinones-Vargas
May 24, 2026
Elizabeth Diane Quinones-Vargas, age 65, of Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026.
Elizabeth was born on July 30, 1960, in Denver, Colorado, to Rudolph Ornelas and Phyllis Montoya. She was known for her generosity, kind heart, and willingness to help anyone in need. If she had something to give, she gave it freely. Her love for family and...
Judith "Judy" Anne Ruzicka
2026
Judith “Judy” Anne Ruzicka passed away peacefully at the age of 91.
Judy was raised in Elm Grove, Wisconsin, alongside her sister Colette “Bunny”. She graduated from Pius XI High School and later earned her nursing degree from Marquette University in 1957.
Judy married her high school sweetheart, Ralph Ruzicka, and together they moved to Boulder, Colorado, where they built a beautiful...
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