Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Paulo Azevedo
Jun 26, 2026
At the age of 42, Paulo Azevedo entered into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and countless cherished memories.
Celebration of Life will be at 10:00am, Monday, July 27 at Flatirons Community Church, 2700 South Downing Street, Denver, CO 80210.
Paulo was a devoted father to his beloved daughter, Dagny, who was the greatest joy of his life. He...
Virginia Bertha Acevedo
Jun 26, 2026
Virginia Bertha Atencio, 99, of Arvada, CO, passed away peacefully on June 26th, 2026. She was born on March 15th, 1927, in Fort Garland, CO, to Alberto and Josefa Atencio. A devout Catholic, Virginia Acevedo lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service to God.
Her faith was the cornerstone of her life, and she lived it daily through her...
Kenneth Leroy Werth
Jun 26, 2026
Kenneth Leroy Werth, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Littleton, Colorado, on June 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Ken was born on March 29, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, to Nicodemus and Theresa (Younger) Werth. Raised in north Denver, he graduated from Holy Family High School, where he met the love of his life, Rita Carlino....
Nelson Blair Phelps
Jun 26, 2026
Nelson Blair Phelps
December 21, 1939 – June 26, 2026
Nelson Phelps, age 86, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026. A man of quiet strength, steady devotion, and deep faith, Nelson spent his life building a legacy of love, commitment, and kindness that will forever guide his family.
Professionally, Nelson was a respected leader who served as the Executive Director of Human...
Theresa Marie Turco
Jun 26, 2026
With profound sadness and gentle gratitude for a life well-lived, the family of Theresa Marie Turco announces her peaceful passing on June 26, 2026, surrounded by the warmth of her family and friends at her home. Born on December 14, 1929, in Salida, Colorado, Theresa was a beacon of love, faith, and kindness, whose legacy will endure through the generations...
Richard Navin
Jun 25, 2026
Richard Joseph Navin, affectionately known as Dick, passed away of natural causes at his home in Littleton, Colorado, on June 25, 2026. He was born on July 31, 1945, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Marguerite Manley Navin and Cyril Ward Navin.
As a young boy, Dick served as an altar boy in elementary school and was proud of his service...
Michael E. Freeman
Jun 24, 2026
Woodland creatures, rejoice! The legendary hunter Michael E. Freeman has set out on his final journey, no longer roaming the meadows, mountains, and forests he loved.
Born on March 5, 1958, he lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and stories worth telling. Though he loved the outdoors and the thrill of the hunt, he always found his way back home...
Dolores Sears
Jun 24, 2026
Dolores Sears, age 84, entered her heavenly home on June 24, 2026, in her home in Highlands Ranch, CO surrounded by her family.
Dolores was a graduate of Anniston High School in Anniston, AL and earned her bachelor's degree at Indiana Wesleyan University, Indianapolis, IN. She retired from the Civil Service/Department of Defense, Accounting and Finance Center in Denver, CO. She...
Edna Marie Bond
Jun 24, 2026
On June 24, 2026, Edna Marie Bond peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born to Ed and Neva Rand and Sister to Kay, on May 30, 1949 in Denver, Colorado. She was named after a great aunt, and the Virgin Mary, however she would also come to prefer Eddie as well to...
Christina Wimmer
Jun 24, 2026
Christina “Chrissy” Wimmer, MD, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, at the age of 53, following a courageous and inspiring sixteen-year battle with breast cancer.
Chrissy was born on October 17, 1972, in Menominee Falls, Wisconsin, to Joseph L. and Adele Wimmer. In July 1975, she dubiously welcomed her younger brother, Max J. Wimmer. The family spent her early years...
Charles Curtis Robinson
Jun 24, 2026
Charles Curtis “Curt” Robinson, a dedicated physician, proud veteran and cherished family member, passed away peacefully at home in Denver, Colorado, on June 24th, surrounded by love. He was 89 years old.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, Curt possessed a lifelong passion for learning and service. He moved out West to attend the University of Colorado Boulder before returning to the Chicago...
Karleen Rose Dewey
Jun 23, 2026
Karleen Rose Dewey, age 86, died in Westminster, Colorado peacefully on June 23, 2026, in the arms of her beloved husband Fred M. Dewey and other family members. She was born on December 19, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio to Carl and Evelyn (Rose) Routh.
Karleen was an only child of loving parents, but her early childhood was marked by significant disruption...
Andrew Joseph Capra
Jun 23, 2026
Andrew J. Capra, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, entered into eternal life peacefully on June 23, 2026, at the age of 89. A devoted, kind, sweet, and unselfish man, he leaves behind a legacy of love, quiet strength, and kindness that will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on August 6, 1936, in...
Maxwell K. Morse
Jun 22, 2026
Maxwell K. Morse, lovingly known as "Max," passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026, in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, at the age of 79, with his loving wife, son, and daughter by his side after a courageous four-year battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Max was born on April 23, 1947, in Mitchell, South Dakota, to Ardon and Reca (Maxwell) Morse. He graduated from...
Patricia Lucille Harris
Jun 22, 2026
Patricia Lucille Patterson Harris, age 81, died in her home in Littleton, CO on June 22nd, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1944 to Dale and Dorothy(Riggs) Patterson in Denver, CO. She had 4 siblings; Charles, Alice, Jim, and Barbara.
Patricia married Gary L. Harris on March 27, 1966. Gary served in the Air Force and they had many travel...
Michael Dewaun Johnson
Jun 21, 2026
Michael Dewaun Johnson was born on May 4, 1974, in Nashville, Tennessee. Although his early years were marked by extreme challenges, his life would become a remarkable testimony of perseverance, purpose, faith, and service.
Raised in a loving family, Michael grew up in Denver, Colorado, where his curiosity about the world became evident at an early age. He was fascinated by...
Thomas Edward Daniel
Jun 21, 2026
It is with a heavy heart and deep love that we announce the passing of Dr. Thomas Edward Daniel on June 21, 2026.
Tom was the son of George and Carol Daniel and was born on December 1, 1953, at Eglin Air Force Base in Okaloosa, Florida. Growing up as an Air Force brat, Tom became well-rounded, experiencing the world through...
Thomas Lavell Ford
Jun 21, 2026
Livestream link of service on 07/17/2026
Thomas Lavell Ford, age 73, passed away on Sunday June 21, 2026, in Denver, Colorado.
Thomas Lavell Ford was born September 9, 1952, in Hodge Louisiana, the third of eleven children. Known affectionately as Tommy to everyone, Tommy’s family relocated to Denver Colorado in 1955.
When Tommy was old enough to start school he attended Mitchell Elementary...
Alfred "Al" Litwak
Jun 21, 2026
Alfred Litwak, 95, of Wayzata, MN passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026 after a brief illness. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Sally Ann (Hendershot); his son, Jesse; daughter-in-law Amy; and granddaughters Sophie and Anna. Al was the cherished pillar of his family. He cared deeply for his loved ones, looking after them with gentleness,...
Dick Leopoldus
Jun 21, 2026
Dick Leopoldus, 81, of Golden, Colorado, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on March 29, 1945, in Loveland, Colorado, to Nicholas and Sarah (Whietzel) Leopoldus and graduated from Lakewood High School in 1964, where he competed in both wrestling and baseball.
Dick spent his career with Mission Viejo, Shea Homes, and Oakwood Homes,...
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