Loretta Marcella Yoshimura

Loretta Marcella Yoshimura, age 90, passed away on November 6, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family whose lives were shaped by her love and presence. She spent most of her life in Denver, Colorado. Above all else, family was at the center of her life. She was the mother of four children, and through the years experienced the joys, challenges, celebrations, and sorrows that come with a long life devoted to family.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Louisa Duran, her father Bonifacio Duran, her husband, Kiyoshi Yoshimura, with whom she shared over 50 years of marriage, as well as her daughter Cynthia Sandoval. The loss of a spouse and a child brought profound sadness during her lifetime, yet the love and memories they shared remained an enduring part of her life.

She is survived by her daughter Paulette Montano (Mike), and her sons Ernest Sandoval (Virginia) and Bonifacio Sandoval (Michele), along with grandchildren Audra Ahumada (Billy), Boni Montano (Stephen), Lacie Montano, Victoria Sandoval (Briana), Michael Montano (Becky), Ernest Sandoval (Mayra) and Jordan Sandoval. She was blessed to have numerous great grandchildren including Hanna, Ariana and Will Ahumada, Jimmy (Lailani) and Bella (Joe) Ortiz, Isaias Montano (Genesis), Richard (Bella), Ryan, Robert and Lilly Montano and Yasmina, Ernest III, Mikayla, Daniel, Julian, Adrian. Loretta was able to hold and spend time with her one great great grandchild Jimmy Ortiz III. She also spent time with extended family including numerous nieces and nephews, and beloved family friends. Her family and friends will remember her not simply for the number of years she lived, but for the many ways she was woven into their lives and the memories they created together.

Loretta liked to travel with her husband Kiyo in their RV, including a trip to Alaska to visit her daughter Cynthia. She also liked to knit and enjoyed watching old Western Movies and listening to Spanish music.

Those who knew her will remember her for strength, while only 4’3’’ when she passed, she was the family matriarch. Some of her happiest moments were spent on Christmas Eves when 30 to 40 family members would gather in her small but cozy Denver home, sharing in the joy of the season and spending time with one another. After 90 years, she leaves behind a family story that spans generations. Although her absence will be deeply felt, the love she gave, the traditions she helped create, and the memories shared with her family will continue through those who knew and loved her. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 14th at 2:00 p.m. at Horan & McConaty at 11150 E. Dartmouth Ave., Aurora, CO.