Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Caressa  Bianca Vasquez

Caressa Bianca Vasquez

Nov 19, 2010

The Angels came to take Caressa home to the Lord on November 19, 2010, Caressa is a daughter, sister, and granddaughter, auntie, cousin and friend to so many that will miss her dearly. She is survived by her Mother Michelle Pino Vasquez, Father Alfred D Vasquez, Sister Samantha Pino, Brother Alfred Vasquez Jr., Sister-in-law Misty, Great Grandmother Frances, Grandparents Roy...

Georgia  Kelly O'Dea

Georgia Kelly O'Dea

Nov 19, 2010

GEORGIA KELLY O'DEA 88, passed away peacefully at home November 19, 2010. As a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, she devoted her life to her husband, John for 66 years; her children G. Kelly (Karen) O'Dea, John F. (Diane) O'Dea, Jr., Julie (Paul) Spaeth, and Kitty (Bill Jadkowski) O'Dea; grandchildren Tierney (Brooks) Booker, Rosie and Jule O'Dea, John...

Paul  W. Smith

Paul W. Smith

Nov 19, 2010

Paul W. Smith, 95, of Arvada, went home to be with the Lord on November 19, 2010. Preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Jeanne, and a great granddaughter, Hali Theander. He is survived by his children Judi (Don) Theander, Phil (Iris) Smith, and Paula (Dave) Wilson; grandchildren Gary (Becky) Theander, Kevin (Danielle) Theander, Rose (Lynn) Shirey, David...

James  E. Feely,  Jr.

James E. Feely, Jr.

Nov 19, 2010

James E. ""Bud"" Feely Jr., 82. Survived by his wife Charlene of Englewood, CO; ten children: Jim of El Paso, TX, Cheryl of Plymouth, MN, Tom of Sater, Sweden, Kate Grady of Englewood, CO, Kevin of Littleton, CO, John of Castle Rock, CO, Mary Atwater of Bethesda, MD, Colleen of Denver, CO, Susan McFaddin of Ft. Collins, CO, Ann of...

Clara Nancy Mendez Wilsdorf

Clara Nancy Mendez Wilsdorf

Nov 19, 2010

Clara Nancy Mendez Wilsdorf was born on April 13, 1960 and went into heaven on November 19, 2010. Clara was a loving mother of Artie and Amanda; daughter to Blanca and Carlos Mendez; sister to Felix Mendez and his wife Tami, Connie Giudice and her husband Louie, Claudia Raso and her husband Joe, Carlos Mendez and Latisha Matos, aunt of...

Anthony 'Tony' J. Politza

Anthony 'Tony' J. Politza

Nov 18, 2010

'Tony,' 45, unexpectedly passed away November 18, 2010. Loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend; survivors include wife, Kristin; children, Roman, Lexie, and Brandon; parents, Roman T. and Vivian of Monroe, New York; brothers, Thomas of Phoenix, Arizona, Stephen (Irene); sister, Mary Ann (Jim) Davis of Washingtonville, New York; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death...

Jack Phillips

Jack Phillips

Nov 18, 2010

Jack, 79, of Denver, Colorado passed away on November 18, 2010. He was born in Frederick, Colorado. He graduated from South High School in Denver. Jack married Marilyn in 1951. He served in the Army during the Korean War. Jack co-owned and operated, with his brother-in-law ""Pick"" Pickering, Phillips and Anderson Tire Company. After retiring from the tire business, Jack...

Howard J Johnston, Lt.Col, USMC, Ret.

Howard J Johnston, Lt.Col, USMC, Ret.

Nov 18, 2010

Howard Johnston, 85, of Denver, passed away November 18, 2010. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Marilyn. He is survived by their children Susan J. (Tom) Rainey of Bethesda, MD and Scott C. (Midge) Johnston of Mazama, WA; grandchildren Scott (Jaime) Rainey, Jennifer Rainey and Lisa (Jamie) Fraser; and great grandson Saber Rainey. A...

Joseph Paulson

Joseph Paulson

Nov 18, 2010

Joseph Paulson, age 90, passed away on November 18, 2010. He is survived by; his loving wife Mary P. Paulson; his children Joseph M. (Barbara) Paulson Jr., Michael D. (Jeanne) Paulson, Patricia A. (Charles) French, Mary Christine (Neil) Booth; his grandchildren Casey (Sue) Paulson, Duffy (Jaque) Paulson, Melissa Mariano Vigil (Leo), Melinda Mariano-Esquibel (Zach), Meghan (Mark) Baldwin, Michael A. Paulson;...

John 'Jack' Walter Oberg

John 'Jack' Walter Oberg

Nov 17, 2010

John Walter, ""Jack"", 87, of Denver died from complications of pneumonia on November 17, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. Preceded in death by his wife Margret. He is survived by his wife Sally; daughters Susie (Stan) Ross; Terri (Mike) Carry; Chris (Richard) Mashburn and Linnea (Larry) Law; brother, Bob Oberg; and nine special grandchildren Justin, Danielle, Jarred, Kyle, Patrick,...

Diane  Marie Jenner

Diane Marie Jenner

Nov 17, 2010

Diane Marie (Poulin) Jenner entered into rest on November 17, 2010. She is remembered for her warmth, generosity, and forgiving spirit and will be greatly missed. Diane is survived by her husband Al Jenner, her children Keith Jenner, Kristine Thorpe, and Kelli Schermerhorn, and her grandchildren Presley and Lila Thorpe. A memorial service will be held November 30 at 2:00pm...

Teresa  Bruna Slejko

Teresa Bruna Slejko

Nov 16, 2010

Teresa Slejko, 89, of Littleton died November 16, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Frank; son, Frank (Miriam) Slejko; granddaughters, Julia Slejko and Gina (Peter) Slejko Mohr; great grandson, Desmond Mohr. Vigil Service, Wednesday, 11am, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 S. Wadsworth Blvd. Please share your memories of Teresa and condolences with her family by...

John  Michael Rossini

John Michael Rossini

Nov 16, 2010

September 15, 1944, to November 16, 2010. Beloved husband of Carol and father of John C. (Nicole) and Chris (Diana). Survived by sisters Mary Jo and Jeanne; brothers Jim, Mark, Joe, Rich, Mike, and Robert; sister-in-law Linda; nieces and nephews; Nisse; and many long-term friends. Memorial service on November 20 at 11 a.m. at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 920 Kipling...

Johnny Mallow

Johnny Mallow

Nov 16, 2010

Johnny Mallow was a loving father, brother, uncle and son. Johnny was born on December 4, 1953 in Plainview, Texas. He died on November 16, 2010. Johnny grew up on a farm near Halfway, Texas and graduated from Plainview High School in 1972. He attended college at West Texas University and Wayland Baptist College. Johnny was an avid Dallas Cowboys...

John  Andrew Knighton

John Andrew Knighton

Nov 15, 2010

Andy Knighton passed away on November 15, 2010 at age 75. Andy enjoyed teaching chemistry and physics for 35 years at Denver Country Day School, Kent Denver and Manual High School. He is survived by his wife Linda; children Michael (Diane), Mark (Faith), and Cindy Hately; grandchildren Alyssa, Alex, Danielle, Courtney and Brooke; and his sister Doris Brandi. Memorial Service...

Mike G. Plakorus, Ret.

Mike G. Plakorus, Ret.

Nov 15, 2010

Major Mike G. Plakorus, Ret. from Arvada passed away on Nov. 15. Mike is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary; son, George; daughters, Patricia (Neil) and Joanne (Rich); 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary, Rose and Chris; brother, Nick and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Trisagion will be Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at 7:30pm, and...

Bernardine  M. Verdun

Bernardine M. Verdun

Nov 15, 2010

Vigil Service in Bernardine's honor will be held Wednesday, November 24, 2010, beginning at 2:00 PM at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 9371 Wigham Street, in Thornton, Colorado with a reception immediately following. Funeral Mass will be held in Flint, Michigan on December 9, 2010. Committal Service will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery, G-4212 Flushing Road, Flint, Michigan. Please share...

Ruth  ""Candy"" Goldberg

Ruth ""Candy"" Goldberg

Nov 15, 2010

Ruth ""Candy"" Goldberg, 60, of Arvada, passed away Monday, November 15, 2010. Survived by her mother, Norma Weston; sons, Brian (Julia) Goldberg and Steven Goldberg; sister, Mary (Bob) Sorrell; brother; Michael Weston; grandchildren, Michael Goldberg and CheyenneCasias; nephews, John (Robyn) Sorrell and Jason (Amber) Sorrell; niece, Jessica Weston; and great-nephews, Kyle, Cody, Connor, and Laiq. Celebration of Life will be...