Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
David Thomas McClellan
Jul 12, 2025
David Thomas McClellan 1956 - 2025
David McClellan, age 69, of Denver, Colorado passed in his home on July 12, 2025. He was born in Denver in 1956 to Mary Jane and Calvin McClellan, who moved “out west’ from Michigan to raise their family. Dave attended Denver Public Schools, Ft. Lewis College, and Colorado State University. David was preceded in death...
Kobe Mark Critchfield
Jul 12, 2025
In Loving Memory of Kobe Mark Critchfield
November 14, 2008 – July 12, 2025
With unimaginable sorrow, we announce the passing of Kobe Mark Critchfield, a vibrant and kind-hearted 16-year-old, who left this world far too soon on July 12, 2025, following a tragic car accident in Peyton, Colorado.
Kobe was born on November 14, 2008, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and was living...
Ilene Minerva Gutjahr
Jul 11, 2025
Ilene Minerva Gutjahr, age 97, passed away on July 11, 2025. She was born in Fairview, Montana, in 1928 and spent her youth in a farming community near Williston, North Dakota. She attended George Washington University and went to nursing school in Fargo, North Dakota, where she graduated first in her class and received her RN.
Ilene moved to Denver in...
Oscar Omar Garcia
Jul 11, 2025
In Loving Memory of Oscar “Omar” Garcia
With heavy and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and cherished friend, Oscar “Omar” Garcia, who tragically left us far too soon on July 11, 2025, at the age of 19, while doing something he loved — riding ATV’s.
Born in Denver, Colorado, Omar was a bright light...
David Ray Griffin
Jul 11, 2025
David Ray Griffin,70,went to be with the Lord on July 11,2025 after a long illness.
Before his illness he loved to go fishing,camping and bowling. He loved to garden and kept an immaculate lawn.
He was preceded in death by his mother,son,3 brothers and sister.
He is survived by his wife,Kathy,of 47 years,sons Eric of Boulder and Matthew(Danielle) of Iowa. He is also...
William Stevens Bullen
Jul 11, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of William Stevens Bullen, who was tragically taken from us at the tender age of 19 on July 11, 2025. Born in Lone Tree, Colorado on July 9, 2006 and grew up in Aurora, Colorado as the oldest of 3 children.
Bill was the most amazing special young man, who was...
John James Hinton
Jul 11, 2025
John James Hinton, 73, of Lakewood, Colorado, went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2025, while doing something he loved — attending a Colorado Rockies game.
John was born on July 20, 1951, at Porter Hospital in Denver, Colorado, and grew up in Englewood as the youngest of four children. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and was...
Denise Lynn Shafer
Jul 10, 2025
Denise "Lynn" Shafer, 68, Remembered with Love
Lynn was known for her deep, unwavering love and quiet strength. Born in St. Louis on November 14, 1956, she lived much of her life in Colorado, where she built a close-knit circle of family and friends. Though she often preferred simplicity in life, those who knew her well cherished her warmth, loyalty, and...
Rosa Kohler Graham
Jul 10, 2025
Rosa Kohler Graham of Arvada, Colorado, died at the age of 91 on July 10, 2025. She was born in Erlangen, Germany to Frieda and Karl Kohler in 1934. She met James Buren (J.B.) Graham, a Sergeant in the Army, while he was stationed in Germany. They married in 1955 and moved around every few years with the Army, having...
Derrick Charles Levy
Jul 10, 2025
On June 22, 1987 at 11:26 a great leader was born in Denver Colorado. Upon Derrick Charles Levy's arrival he quickly began to influence & make impact to the hearts and lives of his mother, Nyasha Levy, His grandfather, The Late Arthur Charles and his grandmother Juanita Levy.
Derrick Levy was educated in the private & public school system, graduating from...
Frank J. Piroddi, Jr.
Jul 9, 2025
Frank J. Piroddi, Jr.
On July 9, 2025, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Frank J. Piroddi Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 85. We know that Frank moved on to a better place in heaven and surrounded by love.
Frank was born on April 20, 1940, on the DeTullio family farm in Welby, Colorado, to Frank...
Philip T. McDonald
Jul 8, 2025
Philip Thomas McDonald, age 96, was born on October 4, 1928, in Marshfield, Wisconsin and died peacefully at home in Denver, Colorado on July 8, 2025. Phil was the third of four children born to Margaret (Van Hecke) and John Stephen McDonald. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his two older brothers, John McDonald and James McDonald,...
George Richard Tyrrell
Jul 8, 2025
George Richard Tyrrell passed away on July 8, 2025 in Lakewood, Colorado. He was born December 23, 1940 in Pekin, Illinois. In his youth he moved with his family to Colorado, the state he called home for the remainder of his long, well lived life. He married Elizabeth "Betty" Tyrrell in 1982 at their cabin in Black Hawk, Colorado and...
Cheryl McCain
Jul 8, 2025
A Celebration of Cheryl McCain, a Life Well-Lived
While words cannot fully encompass the measure of a person, they offer us a gentle means of honoring a legacy, expressing gratitude for memories made, and preserving the enduring spirit that remains. We remember a soul whose journey, though now at rest, continues to inspire and uplift all those fortunate enough to have...
Allan Graham Clarke
2025
Allan Clarke, beloved husband & father to his wife, Ann of Parker, and his three children, Thomas, Emilie and Graham, passed away peacefully on July 7th, leaving a legacy of his passion for travel, adventure, and Trains.
Allan was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1928 to Allan & Emily Clarke. He attended schools in White Plains, NY and graduated from high...
Mona F. Barsotti
Jul 7, 2025
Mona F. Barsotti, beloved mother and grandmother, died peacefully on July 7, 2025 at the age of 92.
She was born in Du Quoin, IL and raised in Macomb. As a gifted pianist and flautist, she graduated valedictorian of her high school class. She went on to receive her Bachelor of Music Education from Cornell College in Mount Vernon, IA, where...
Mary Jane Roché
Jul 7, 2025
Mary Jane Roché (Shackleton) born February 21, 1935 to Dorothy and Rolland (Rollie) Shackleton in Oshkosh Wisconsin. She was raised in Appleton WI where she graduated High School.
She is survived by her six children, David Lee, Gary Wayne, Pamella Sue, Dawn Ann, Janice Lynn and Joel Patrick, Jr., seven grandchildren and many great grandchildren.
She Enjoyed singing (and sang in many...
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