Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Philip David Oberg
Jan 8, 2024
Philip David Oberg (“Phips”), 93 years old, passed away on January 8, 2024.
Philip was born on November 19, 1930, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Chas. Brother Oberg and Signe Elvera Fagerstrom. He grew up alongside his siblings: Genevieve, Ralph, Bertil (“Bud”), Nina, June, John, and Charles (“Kelly”).
Philip grew up in Minneapolis and met his wife, Mildred (“Millie”), in high school. They...
Dennis Michael Baumgartner
Jan 8, 2024
Dennis Michael Baumgartner entered into eternal life on January 8, 2024. He was born on July 24, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, to Andrew Bruce and Catherine (Parle) Baumgartner. He graduated from St. James Catholic Grade School (’56), Regis Jesuit High School (’60), Regis College (’64), and Creighton University Dental School (’70).
He married his beloved wife Joan Patricia (Kukral) Baumgartner...
Charlotte S. Larue
Jan 8, 2024
Charlotte May Larue, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, at the age of 95 at the Gardens at St. Elizabeth in Denver, Colorado. She was born on October 22, 1928, in Great Falls, Montana, to Charles Sirola and Anna B. Cassun, and grew up in a Croatian/Italian community in the shadow of the...
Sylvia Lynn Wagner-Bender
Jan 8, 2024
In Memoriam: Sylvia Lynn Wagner-Bender
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sylvia Lynn Wagner-Bender, who succumbed to uterine cancer on January 8, 2024. Sylvia's courageous battle against this relentless foe came to an end, leaving her loved ones in grief.
Sylvia, was a proud alumna of Norman High School in Norman Oklahoma. She continued...
Declan Geoffrey Dillman
Jan 7, 2024
Declan Dillman passed away suddenly on January 7, 2024 at the age of 50. He was born Feb 27, 1973 in Boulder, Colorado to parents Steve Dillman and Linda (Dillman) Spurlock. Sister, Vanessa, joined the family in 1975.
He attended schools in Longmont, Colorado, graduating from Skyline High School and additional education at Arapahoe Community College in criminal justice.
Declan enlisted in...
Barbara Hartung
Jan 7, 2024
Barbara Ann Hartung, age 80, passed away in Centennial, Colorado, on January 7, 2024.
Born April 18, 1943, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Clara Hartung (Stueber) and Ames Hartung. She graduated from Scottsbluff High School, Class of 1961.
Barbara started her journey at Colorado State University, Fort Collins. After earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology, she started her...
Robert Bates
Jan 7, 2024
Robert Thomas “Bob” Bates died January 7, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born September 21, 1947 in Warren, Ohio to Charles Edward “Chuck” and Jesse Frida “Jean” Bates, who preceded him in death. Surviving members of Bob’s family are his wife of 38 years, Diana Horner Bates, his older brother John Walter “Jack” Bates (Cheryl Bates), his...
Mary Lucille Warfield
Jan 7, 2024
Mary was one of seven children of Charles and Ethel Degrace. She was raised in Milwaukee WI, Rochester NY, and eventually settled in Denver CO where she met her husband Donald Warfield.
They were married June 16, 1957, and remained together until Donald passed away in October 2022.
Mary was forever dedicated to her family and retired as an Accredited Records...
Molly Lu Castleberry
Jan 7, 2024
Molly Lu Castleberry of Denver, CO, passed away January 7, 2024, at the age of 76. Her Celebration of Life Service will be held May 25, 2024, at 11:00 A.M., followed by a Reception at Horan & McConaty, 1091 S. Colorado, Denver, CO 80246. Because of Molly’s love for the Colorado Rockies baseball team, Rockies attire is encouraged to be...
Adam Bryan Debrecht
Jan 7, 2024
With deep sorrow and love, we mourn the death of Adam Bryan Debrecht, 21, beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, and friend, on Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Golden, Colorado. He died at home, peacefully in his sleep of an accidental overdose.
Adam lived his life to the fullest, from his earliest years to his death, he had only two speeds—Mach...
Cheryl Lynn Feltis
Jan 7, 2024
Cheryl Lynn Feltis, age 62 died peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, in Westminster Colorado on January 7th, 2024. She was a graduate of Northglenn High School where she met and later married David Feltis. Cheryl enjoyed spending time with her family, tending to her roses and watching her grandchildren play. Cheryl was an artistic baker, often crafting imaginative...
Shawn Lewis Setelin
Jan 7, 2024
Shawn Lewis Setelin was 50 years old on January 7, 2024 when he passed after an arduous battle with the monster that is glioblastoma. He was born to Cherry Cris Ellison and the late Carl Davis Setelin on June 15, 1973 in Denver, Colorado. Living and growing up in Arvada he went to Campbell Elementary, Oberon Middle School, and Arvada...
Yoichi Terahara
Jan 6, 2024
Yoichi "Yo" Terahara, a man whose journey began in the picturesque port town of Kagoshima, Japan, left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Born with a spirit of resilience and adventure, he embarked on a life that embraced the fusion of his Japanese roots with a deep appreciation for American culture, especially its...
Samantha Sue Russell
Jan 6, 2024
Samantha Sue Russell passed away on January 6, 2024, after an 18-month, hard-fought battle with a rare cancer. Sam was only 37 years old (born July 16, 1986). Her family and wide-circle of friends are deeply saddened by her death.
Sam is survived by her loving and devoted husband Richard and her precious son Eddie. Sam will also be forever remembered by Carol...
Kara Anne Imeraj
Jan 6, 2024
“In the end, she became more than she expected. She became the journey, and like all journeys, she did not end, she just simply changed directions.” – R. M. Drake
Our perfect Kara, aged 9, passed away peacefully in her parent’s embrace, embarking on a wondrous journey to Heaven. Kara Anne Imeraj was born to parents Joseph and Lisa Imeraj...
Dorothy Kaplan Light
Jan 6, 2024
Dorothy Kaplan Light of Parker, Colorado, affectionately known as "Mama D,” was born Dorothy Mae Kaplan on May 20, 1937, in Lee Township, Iowa and passed into eternal life on January 6, 2024, at the age of 86.
Viewing and visitation for relatives and friends will be held Thursday, January 11, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Horan &...
Tony P. Salazar
Jan 6, 2024
Our beloved Tony P. Salazar, age 94, died on January 6, 2024. He was a graduate of Alamosa High School and Adams State College. Mr. Salazar also received his Master’s Degree from University of Northern Colorado. Mr. Salazar served in the United States Army and worked for 40 plus years with Denver Public Schools. He concluded his distinguished career with...
Geneva Vance
Jan 5, 2024
Geneva Mae Horstmeier Vance passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024 in the company of a close family friend. She was born in Enid, Oklahoma in May of 1929 to Chester and Iris Horstmeier and raised in Oklahoma City with her sister, Mary Evelyn.
She attended Classen High School in OKC and for her first two years of college she attended...
Gloria Ann Carson
Jan 5, 2024
Gloria Ann Carson, age 94, died at Someren Glen assisted living residence in Centennial, Colorado on January 5, 2024. She died peacefully with her daughter and son by her side. Gloria was born on April 15, 1929, in Pelham, New York. She was always a proud New Yorker! She was a graduate of Pelham High School and worked in New...
James Douglas Anderson
Jan 5, 2024
James Douglas Anderson, also known as Doug, passed away surrounded by loved ones at his home in Westminster, Colorado on January 5, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on October 4, 1942, in Woodbine, Iowa, James was a beloved family man and friend.
Doug had a delightful sense of humor that brought joy to those around him. He was...
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