Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Mary Irene North

Mary Irene North

Nov 13, 2025

Mary “Mollie” Irene (Connor) North, 81, entered into eternal life on November 13, 2025,

She is proceeded in death by her father, John Vincent Connor, mother, Irene Ursula (McDermott) Connor and niece, Kelly (Bollig) Dimond.

She is survived in death by her beloved husband and best friend of 40 years, David W. North, son, John D. Hackler, daughter, Sheila D. Hackler, granddaughter,...

Carla Sherwood

Carla Sherwood

Nov 12, 2025

Carla Sherwood passed away peacefully at home in Lakewood, Colorado last week at the age of 80. She will be forever remembered for her generosity of spirit and years of dedicated volunteer work.

Carla was an avid reader who studied library sciences in college. She worked as a school librarian, including at her children’s elementary school. Carla also authored two books...

Marilyn Daugherty Morrison

Marilyn Daugherty Morrison

Nov 12, 2025

Marilyn was born in Fort Worth, TX and lived her early years in Lefors, TX where she was lovingly raised by her parents Marian Isabelle (Pittman) Daugherty (March 10, 1918-December 25, 1981) and Robert/Bob Switzer Daugherty (August 18, 1910-November 19, 1971). At age 6 she became a big sister to Jane Lee. Jane, as a toddler, couldn't pronounce “Marilyn” but...

Stephen Byron Maddux

Stephen Byron Maddux

Nov 12, 2025

Stephen Byron Maddux passed away peacefully at home on November 12, 2025 surrounded by family and friends.

Steve was born on July 22,1969 in Seattle, Washington. After moving from Seattle as a child, Steve was raised in the Denver, Minneapolis, and Kansas City suburbs before settling back in the Denver area during high school, where he first met his wife-to-be, Joely.

Steve...

Judith "Judy" Ann Ricketts Burland

Judith "Judy" Ann Ricketts Burland

Nov 12, 2025

Judith "Judy" Ann Ricketts Burland, age 90, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, in Broomfield, CO. Judy loved cats, chocolate, puzzles, and reading. She was a kind and loving wife, mother, doting grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Born in Detroit, MI, Judy earned a teaching degree from Michigan State University, taught...

Myrna D. Webster

Myrna D. Webster

Nov 12, 2025

In Loving Memory

Myrna Darlene Webster, beloved mother, passed away peacefully on November 12 in Denver, Colorado. Born on September 17, 1935, in Effie Minnesota, Myrna lived a life marked by a love for Jesus and a deep commitment to family and community.

Myrna grew up in Hibbing, Minnesota, where she attended Hibbing High School and studied to be an LPN after...

Sue Ellen Lowe

Sue Ellen Lowe

Nov 12, 2025

Sue was born, Sue Ellen Ferrick, on March 23, 1934, and passed away on November 12, 2025. She was 91 years young. Although Sue was a resident of Thornton, Colorado at the time of passing, she spent many years traveling as a Navy wife after marrying Bill Lowe in 1954.

When Sue put roots down with her family in Colorado in...

Heather Anne Stein

Heather Anne Stein

Nov 11, 2025

Heather Anne Stein, age 45, passed away at home surrounded by family members on November 11th, 2025. Heather was a graduate of Metro State University (Denver) and obtained her Juris Doctorate from Creighton University School of Law (Omaha, NE). Heather was an experienced prosecutor, starting with the Denver District Attorney’s Office, and later the 14th Judicial District (Grand County) where...

Kathryn Ann (Fritts) Day

Kathryn Ann (Fritts) Day

Nov 11, 2025

Kathryn Ann (Fritts) Day, 95, of Englewood, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in Littleton, Colorado. Her warmth, boundless energy, and deep devotion to her family will be profoundly missed. Kathryn was born on February 9, 1930, in Yuma, Colorado, to Earl and Segra Fritts. She grew up in Yuma and...

Francis Xavier Beers

Francis Xavier Beers

Nov 11, 2025

Francis Xavier “Frank” Beers, 94, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025—fittingly on Veterans Day, a day that honored a central part of his identity as a proud United States Air Force veteran. He was surrounded by the love of his family.

Frank was born on August 25, 1931, in Manhattan, New York, to Lucielle Ryan Beers and Alfred W. Beers....

Susan Jolene Hall

Susan Jolene Hall

Nov 11, 2025

Susan Jolene Hall, born May 25, 1936 and passed November 11, 2025, of Littleton, Colorado was a wife, mother, and dear friend to many people.  She is survived by her children: Leslie Thompson, Mark Hall, Corrine Baden and Marshall Hall.  In keeping with her wishes, the funeral services are private and only for immediate family and close friends.  Those wishing...

Susana Perez Saucedo

Susana Perez Saucedo

Nov 11, 2025

With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of, Susana age 49 - A cherished mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, and friend. Susana lived her life with a vibrant spirit that could light up any room. She was the life of the party, always laughing loudly, dancing freely, and embracing every moment with a joyful, genuine energy that everyone...

Mary Cleo Martinez

Mary Cleo Martinez

Nov 10, 2025

Mary passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 10th, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Larimer, Wyoming, she made Aurora, Colorado her home for the past 52 years. Mary devoted many years to her work at Golden Age Manor Nursing Home, where she managed the kitchen staff and brought comfort to countless residents through her dedication and...

James Robert Craig

James Robert Craig

Nov 10, 2025

James “Jim” Robert Craig, 87, passed peacefully away on November 10, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. In his final days, he was surrounded by his loving family and the wonderful caregivers at Clermont Park senior living community.

Jim was born on April 22, 1938, in Kokomo, Indiana, to Charles and W. Mary Craig. A renaissance man with tremendous wit, Jim’s interests included,...

David G Hershey

David G Hershey

2025

He was 86 and is survived by his sons Evan, Daniel and their wives and four grandchildren. Dave was a Ret. Navy CMDR and Served in Vietnam. 

A devoted husband to Carolyn who passed in 2021 to whom he was married for 55 years until her passing. 

As a father, Dave had devoted countless hours in scouting bringing both Evan and Daniel thru...

Eldon "Dwight" Schmitt

Eldon "Dwight" Schmitt

2025

Eldon Dwight Schmitt, 88, of Larkspur, Colorado, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025.

He was born on November 11, 1936 in St. Francis, Kansas to Theodore and Esther Schmitt. The family soon moved to Colorado, where after graduating from Alameda High School, Dwight enlisted in the Army. Dwight’s service in Germany engendered in him a love of all things German...

Thelma Perry

Thelma Perry

Nov 8, 2025

"Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.” – Proverbs 31:28

It is with both sadness and peace that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Thelma Perry, who went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 8th.

While our hearts ache with her loss, we take comfort in knowing that she is...

Kenneth H. Whitmer

Kenneth H. Whitmer

Nov 8, 2025

Kenneth H. Whitmer, 84, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, after a short but brave fight with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love, integrity and quiet strength. Those who new Ken—Kenny to his family and close friends—will remember not only his sharp mind for business but also his gentle humor, his loyalty to family and friends, and his...

Constance "Connie" Jones

Constance "Connie" Jones

Nov 8, 2025

Constance "Connie" Jones, passed away from ovarian cancer on November 8, 2025. Connie is survived by her long-term partner, Joe Masiak. She is also survived by her brother, Joe Jones (Nancy); a nephew, Wes (Krista) and their sons, Henry and Liam and her niece, Emily (Phillip).

Connie graduated from the University of Denver. She spent a short time as a teacher...