Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Edsel Gene Hensley
May 12, 2007
Gene Hensley of Thornton. Father of Carolyn Hensley, Nancy (Rod) Hensley-Pew, Randy & Jim Hensley; Grandfather of Willy & Lukas Pew. Preceded in death by his wife Evelyn. Funeral Service Friday 1:30PM at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 9998 Grant Street, Thornton. Interment Highland Cemetery.
Justin Roy Dorrance
May 11, 2007
Justin Roy Dorrance, 16, passed away May 11, 2007. He was born September 3, 1990, in Denver, Colorado, to Eugene Roy and Sheri Lynn Phillips Dorrance. Justin has touched many lives during his journey here on earth. His happy, easy-going personality was evident by the many friends he had. He liked everyone and they in turn liked him! He always...
Rickey Lee Moore
May 10, 2007
Rick Moore, 53, left his pain behind on May 10, 2007. Born in Chicago, Illinois on September 7, 1953. Rick was a loving husband and best friend to Jeanne Zierk Moore and an incredibly devoted father to Zachary Michael Moore and Margaret Anne Moore. His spirit will never be far away. A celebration of his life and love will be...

Zamorah Douglas Gendill
May 10, 2007
Zamorah D. Gendill, 90, of Denver died May 10, 2007. She is survived by her children, Bill Gendill and Judy Rivera; four grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. Her husband, William, preceded her in death. Visitation, Monday, 4-8pm; Funeral Service, Tuesday, 1pm, both at Horan and McConaty Family Chapel, 3020 Federal Blvd. Entombment, Mt. Olivet.
Victoria M. Owen
May 10, 2007
Vicki died on May 10, 2007 at age 46. She was preceded in death by her brother Richie Curtis and is survived by her husband Marcus; daughters Alicia Owen-Marquez and Aimee Owen; parents Richard and Joanne Curtis; mother-in-law Grace Owen; sister-in-law Olivia Nelson; brother-in-law Gene Nelson; numerous other relatives and many friends. Visitation will be Sunday, May 13, 2007 from...

Henry L Prebish
May 8, 2007
PREBISH, HENRY L. Henry L. Prebish, Aurora. Father of Diane Prebish, Joan Prebish, the late Mike (Jill) Prebish and Tom (Jody) Prebish. Brother of Margaret Klausner, Martha Klausner and George Prebish. Also survived by 6 Grandchildren; and 1 Great Granddaughter. Funeral Mass Friday, 10 AM, Queen Of Peace Catholic Church, 13120 East Kentucky Ave. Interment Fort Logan National Cemetery, Monday,...
David Thomas Nakagawa
May 8, 2007
David T. Nakagawa who joined this world on March 26, 1957 left us on May 8th, 2007. He is survived by his wife and partner of 23 years Teresa Nakagawa; 6 year old son Spenser; mom & stepfather Iris & Ray Ammerman; sisters Pamela & Dr. Deborah Price; uncles, aunts & cousins. Preceded in death by his father James Y....

Mabel Giannelli
May 7, 2007
Mabel Giannelli of Boulder. Mother of Jim (Deborah) Giannelli, Francie (Bob) Sinton; Grandmother of Tom & Evan; Sister of Mary Pfremmer & Lillian Nelson. Preceded in death by husband Thomas, son Samuel, sisters Anna Stickler & Helen Haman, brothers Jack, Frank, & Bob Elder. Rosary Monday 10:00AM & Funeral Mass 10:30AM Both at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 1318...
Robert Thomas Fox
May 7, 2007
FOX, ROBERT THOMAS 'TOM' 48, of Lakewood, died on May 7, 2007. Born in Oklahoma City, OK, on June. 16, 1958. Husband of Randy, married nine years ago this June 6. They were inseparable for nearly 20 years. Brother of James, Bill, Patrick, Charles, Mark, Mary Margaret; predeceased by his parents and one brother; Dad to the 'kids': dogs Lucy...
Santos A. Garcia
May 7, 2007
Santos A. Garcia was escorted to heaven by his son, Ted, to be with his Lord and Savior on May 7, 2007 at his home in Commerce City, CO. Born on May 20, 1927 in Kaufman County, TX, he moved to Colorado in 1939. First a farmer, and then a meat cutter, he worked for Pepper Meat Packing for over...

Stanley P. Nieman
May 6, 2007
Born November 16, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois to Anna and Joseph Nieman. Brother to Joe, Richie, Ray, Johanna (all deceased) and Emily, Lenny, Lorraine, and Daniel. Stanley was a member of the Civil Conservation Corps and was stationed in Mt. Pleasant, Utah. He went on to be a United States Marine in the amphibian tractor unit as a mechanic. He...
Jack Payne
May 5, 2007
Jack Payne, 16, of Cherry Hills Village, beloved son of Bruce and Debbie, cherished younger brother of Chris, was embraced by the Lord's arms on May 5, 2007. Jack was born in Dallas, TX on November 1, 1990 and was a sophomore at Cherry Creek High School. Jack will be remembered for his gentle heart, constant smile and incredible 3...
Stewart John Robinson
May 5, 2007
Stewart John Robinson passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 5, 2007, with family by his side. Born June 1, 1951, in St. Louis, MO, Stewart grew up in Spokane, WA and for the past 21 years lived in Highlands Ranch, CO. Stew is survived by Karen, his loving wife of 28 years; two sons, Andy and John Robinson;...
Lawrence Carrillo
May 5, 2007
Lawrence Carrillo was born in Serene, Colorado, November 27, 1928. He was raised in both New Mexico and Denver, Colorado. Preceded in death by father Lawrence & mother Della Carrillo. He had 5 brother and 6 sisters. At the age of 17, his father signed his up to serve in the army, his years of service was 18 months. Most...
Keith ""Kent"" Johnson
May 5, 2007
Keith went to meet his Lord on May 5, 2007. He was a loving father to his son Keith Erin Johnson-Hopkins. Survived by son Keith; parents Ray & Joyce Johnson; sister Jacquie (John) Cupich; brother Erik Johnson; grandmother Pearl; nieces and nephews; friend Robert Campbell. He will be greatly missed by friends and family. Memorial Service Saturday, 10:00 AM, Horan...
Jean Pfister
May 5, 2007
Jean Pfister, passed away May 5, 2007. Preceded in death by her husband, Henry John Pfister and her daughter, Jeanne Pepis. Born in Ridgewood, NY then resided in Bellmore, NY. Survived by her daughter, Veronica (Peter) Bruni; her son, Henry; grandchildren, Tara, Jason, Westley, Taylor, Christopher and Jennifer; great-grandchildren, Cameron and Lilly.; brother, Louis Modica; sister, Louise Moccio and Pauline...
Robert A. Beilhartz
May 5, 2007
Beilhartz, 64, passed away May 5, 2007. Survived by his wife of 45 years, Barbara; his children, Lori (James), Sherry (Dave) and Julie (Marty); grandchildren, Lindsey, Ashlee, Evan, Miles, Austin, Cayla, Brayden and Camden; brother of William and Shirley. Robert Beilhartz beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend was born at the family home and business '"" Tower Nursery and...

Karen A Collins
May 4, 2007
Collins, Karen A. 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 4, 2007. Survived by her husband of 48 years, Dave; children Peggy and Brian (Jodi); granddaughters Krissy & Abbie; brothers Bob (Shirley) Ross and Larry (Joyce) Brooks. Rosary service Tuesday, 7:00 pm and Memorial Mass Wednesday, 10:00 am, both at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 7595 Federal Blvd., Westminster....

Benjamin Evan Colkitt, Jr.
May 4, 2007
CDR. BENJAMIN EVAN COLKITT, JR. USN (Ret.) January 23, 1921- May 4, 2007 After 86 years of devotion to his country, family, friends and profession, Cdr. (USN Ret.) Benjamin E. Colkitt has taken his final flight. Predeceased by parents Benjamin and Isabel Colkitt, siblings Robert Bowne Colkitt and Doris McElroy and nephew Brad Jenkins. Survived by his wife Donna, his...
Ralph Francis Rhoades
May 3, 2007
Ralph, age 68, passed away May 3, 2007. He is survived by Cherie, his loving wife of 29 years; daughter and son-in-law Donna and David Wedow; grandsons William and Lucas Wedow of Bailey, CO; brothers Jim (Joyce) Rhoades of Loveland, CO and Mike (Nancy) Rhoades of Arvada, CO, and sister Kathleen (Richard) Garramone of Golden, CO. Memorial Mass Monday, 10:30...
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