Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Noelle Irene Schmutz Jackson
Oct 20, 2023
Noelle Irene Schmutz Jackson was born on March 30, 1936 in Glendale, California to loving parents, Zula Modelle and Menno Waldo Schmutz. She spent most of her childhood in South Pasadena. Noelle fondly remembered driving trips with her family, covering much the western United States. This led to a lifelong love of travel which she pursued with vigor once retired....
Peter H. Rinehart
Oct 19, 2023
Peter Rinehart, age 76, passed away in his home in Centennial, Colorado on Thursday, October 19, 2023.
As a young man, while attending college to earn his Bachelor’s degree in business, he worked as a lifeguard on Venice Beach, California. He was an avid surfer and loved to ski and play volleyball.
He went to work in politics and was...
Deacon Witold Engel
Oct 19, 2023
Deacon Witold Engel, age 90, died peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 19, 2023, in his home in Littleton, Colorado of natural causes.
We lost a very special man who was strong in his faith and love, who touched many lives in a profound way, and served our Lord and country. Witold carried multiple crosses throughout his life, while...
Arlene Mary (Warnke) Hauck
Oct 18, 2023
Arlene Mary (Warnke) Hauck, age 92, of Centennial, CO, passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2023 of congestive heart failure. She was surrounded by her family and friends. Her life was celebrated with much love and laughter until the very end.
Arlene was born on January 28, 1931 in Parkston, South Dakota. She was the oldest of...
Charles Henry Streib
Oct 18, 2023
Charles Henry Streib was born January 17th, 1952, to William and Doris (Watt) Streib in Somerville, NJ. He attended the Wardlaw School for Boys in New Jersey, Graduating in May of 1971. Charles started his colligate career at Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, PA and completed his Bachelor’s degree at Denver University in Denver, CO. He passed away on October 18th,...
Richard "Dick" Henke
Oct 18, 2023
Richard “Dick” Henke, born on May 9, 1932, in Moline, Illinois, left an incredible mark during his 91 years and concluded his journey on October 18th, 2023. The son of Bill and Mary Ethel Henke and sibling to older brother Donald Curtis Henke, Dick's early passion for football shaped his years at Rock Island High School and led him to...
Michele Mary Doucette PhD
Oct 18, 2023
Michele Mary Doucette, PhD
After a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, Michele passed away peacefully in her home in the early morning hours of October 18, 2023. She was surrounded by her wife Barb, Sister-In-Law Martha, and her Australian Shepherds Coco and Zuzu.
Michele was born on June 30, 1958, in Taunton, Massachusetts, to parents Steve and...
Harrell Phillip Sundberg
Oct 17, 2023
It is with great sadness that we share the sudden passing of Harrell “Harry” Phillip Sundberg on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. He was the eldest of three children and was born on November 8, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan to Evelyn and Charles Sundberg. Harry met his wife of 58 years, Chris, while attending Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. They married...
Dorothy "Dottie" May Nazarenus
Oct 17, 2023
Dorothy "Dottie" May Nazarenus passed away on October 17th, 2023, at the age of 85. Dottie was born on May, 14th 1938 in Denver, Colorado to her loving parents Victor and Dorothy Nazarenus. After graduating Wheat Ridge High School, she received her Bachelor’s degree in Music at the University of Denver. Soon after, she attended the U.S. Naval Women's...
William "Bill" Shelden
Oct 17, 2023
In Loving Memory of William (Bill) Shelden
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bill Shelden, who passed on October 17, 2023, at the age of 62. Bill was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend who left this world with his friendship, kindness, boisterous laughter, and unwavering love. He touched the lives of many...
James "Jim" E. Jones
Oct 17, 2023
James (Jim) E. Jones sped off into his final quarter mile on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, in Denver, CO.Jim was born November 11, 1932, in Palmyra, MI — at home! His mother died when he was five years old, and his grandmother, Mary Alice Webb-Jones, along with his uncle, Paul Jones, helped his father raise him. He was the only...
Shirley Ann Leahy Smith
Oct 17, 2023
Our dear mother, Shirley Ann Leahy Smith, sadly passed away on October 17, 2023, at the age of 88. We know Shirley is reunited with her best friend and true love, Edward Smith, her son, Mark Smith and her daughter-in-law Trish Smith. Shirley was an amazing mother and Nana. Always quick to offer a smile, an abundance of patience, guidance...
Dennis E. Askew
Oct 16, 2023
Today, we celebrate the remarkable life of Dennis E. Askew, a beacon of strength, love, and unwavering commitment to family, country, and faith. Born under the clear blue skies of Denver, CO, to Alva and Elma Askew, Dennis's life was nothing short of an extraordinary journey, filled with tales of adventure, laughter, and deep connections. He is survived by Tim...
Doris Mae Scanlan
Oct 16, 2023
Doris Mae Scanlan, born March 8, 1928, passed away on October 16, 2023, at the age of 95.
Doris was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Donald J. Scanlan, her parents Harry E. Eckert and Inga Eckert (Stensland), and her brother, Kenneth W. Eckert.
She is survived by many nieces and nephews along with great, great-great,...
Marcel Owens Saindon Sr.
Oct 16, 2023
Marcel Saindon Sr, also known as Old Man or Buster, passed away peacefully October 16, 2023 at the age of 66 in Northglenn, CO.
Marcel is survived by 2 brothers, as well as numerous children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Lillian Saindon.
In accordance to Marcel's wishes, no memorial service is planned at...
Dawn Lorna Huth
Oct 15, 2023
We are saddened to inform all the passing of Dawn L. Huth at Denver Health after an extended illness. Dawn was 64 years old. Lived in Northglenn, Colorado. Born in Warren, Minnesota on November 14th, 1958 raised in Grand Forks, North Dakota and passed October 15th, 2023. Dawn was preceded by her parents Ervin and Lorna Behsman and is survived...
Colleen Pharr
Oct 15, 2023
Colleen R. Pharr
February 1931-October 2023
Colleen Pharr, age 92, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2023, in the care of the loving staff at Porter Hospice Residence.
She lived a fulfilling life as a wife, mother, sister, and friend. She was blessed to have many children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was gracious and kind and will...
Elaine Selander
Oct 15, 2023
Elaine Beverly (Harvego) Selander,
July 8, 1927 - October 15, 2023, Lakewood, CO
Elaine was born 7/2/1927 in Breckenridge, MN to Guy Harvego and Doris Lenore (Alfredson) Harvego. She graduated from Wadena High School in 1945. Elaine was united in marriage to Carl J. Selander on June 6, 1948.
Elaine was preceded in death by her husband...
Peter P. Demis
Oct 15, 2023
Peter was born in Denver on the 5th of November 1937, the third of six children, to Ann and Peter S. Demis. He attended East Denver High School and the University of Colorado. Peter then enlisted in the US. Army, and was stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii. With the passing of his father in 1962, however, Pete’s military career came to...
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