Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
David Thomas Jenkins
Jan 3, 2026
David T. Jenkins passed away at the age of 59 in his home on January 3, 2026.
He is survived by his wife Sherylene Jenkins, children Brianna Jenkins and David Jenkins, Jr., and his sisters Barbara Medina, Virginia (James) Sirhall, Susan (Chuck) Borzych and Kathryn (Mark) Schlager.
David retired from a career in insurance in 2025. Besides his family, David loved cars...
Jim Wiener
Jan 3, 2026
James "Jim" Wiener, 83, of Golden, CO passed away peacefully on Jan., 3, 2026. He was employed as Director of Engineering for Rose Medical Center and St. Anthony's Hospital and was Senior Director of Facilities for 21 years at Coors Field before his retirement. He is survived by his wife Micky; son, Tom (Belinda) Carlson; step daughters, Shannon (Steve Davis)...
Ian Matthew Horner
Jan 3, 2026
Ian Matthew Horner, age 33, passed away on January 3rd, 2026, in Aurora, Colorado. He was born in Denver, Colorado, on March 12th, 1992, to parents Robert and Lynnette Horner.
After graduating from Arapahoe High school in 2010, he went on to earn his Bachelors in Computer Science from the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs in 2014.
Living in Colorado Springs...
Patricia Ann Plank
Jan 3, 2026
Patricia Ann Fallon Plank
With deep love and profound gratitude, we remember Patricia Ann Plank, lovingly known as “Fanny,” who passed peacefully at the age of 93. She was the heart of her family, the quiet strength at its center, and a woman whose life reflected faith lived daily, generously, and with great love.
Patricia was born to Frank E. and Mabel...
Stanley Craig Browning
Jan 2, 2026
Stanley Craig Browning, 78, passed away on January 2, 2026, in Parker, Colorado. Born in Sweetwater, Texas, to Garland and Virginia Browning, Stan was born and bred in Texas and carried a true love for his home state throughout his life. He lived there nearly all his years and only recently relocated to Colorado. Stan grew up with a quiet...
Albert George Rodriguez
Jan 2, 2026
Albert George "Al Babe" Rodriguez, 93, of Denver, passed away on January 2, 2026.
Albert was born on April 23, 1932, in Brighton, Colorado, to Vicente and Isabel Rodriguez. He grew up in Torrington, Wyoming, where he graduated from high school, and later earned his degree from the University of Wyoming in 1954.
Albert worked as a pharmacist for 47 years. He...
Donald Arthur Myers II
Jan 1, 2026
Donald Arthur Myers II passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 57, in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
Don was born on March 1, 1968, in Boulder, Colorado, to Donald Arthur Myers and Diana Lynn Myers (née Shields).
Don wanted to be remembered for having a kind heart. He was kind, helpful, and loving. Those qualities defined how he lived and...
Rev. C. Leo Symmank
Jan 1, 2026
Rev. C. Leo Symmank, 97, a loving pastor, husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away from a long illness in Lone Tree, Colorado, surrounded by his family on January 1, 2026.
Born on December 9, 1928, on a farm in Giddings, Texas, to Arnold August and Wilhelmine Halene (Vehrenkamp) Symmank. The family lived in mostly Wendish community, speaking German at home.
He...
Nicholas Fittipaldi
Jan 1, 2026
Nicholas “Nick” Joseph Fittipaldi, of Aurora, Colorado passed away peacefully at home on January 1, 2026.
Nick was born on May 5, 1936, to parents Nicholas and Teresa (Tenda) Fittipaldi in Brooklyn, New York. The seventh of eight children who became one of 13 siblings with his father’s death and his mother's remarriage.
He was never without a job, and he had...
Richard Cenedella
Dec 31, 2025
On Wednesday, December 31st, Richard Cenedella, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away in Denver, CO. He was 86. Born to Josephine and Joseph Cenedella of Mount Lebanon PA, Richard was a graduate of Mount Lebanon High School where he fostered his passion for science, the outdoors, and played varsity football as a lineman.
He graduated from...
Terrence Joseph Dougherty
Dec 31, 2025
Terrence Joseph Dougherty, affectionately known as "Terry", age 65, passed away December 31, 2025. Born in Denver, Colorado, he grew up in Evergreen, then moved down to Lakewood.
The twins, Terry & Kerry, were born October 2nd, 1960, happily joining their five siblings; two more would follow. This big Irish family meant everyting to Terry. He was the brother who always...
Susan Kay Cechini
Dec 31, 2025
Susan Kay “Suz” Cechini, 76, of Cañon City, Colorado, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Susan will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and warm spirit that touched everyone who knew her.
Born on August 24, 1949, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, Susan grew up with a strong sense of responsibility and compassion that...
Diedra Zeine Daugherty
Dec 31, 2025
Diedra Zeine Daugherty went home to God when she passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, while surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dr. Dale E. Daugherty, her parents, Lt. Col. (Ret.) US Air Force Donald A. Zeine and Madelyn Zeine and her sister, Satin (David) Zeine-Johnson. Diedra is survived by her...
Suzanna Ruth Simon
Dec 31, 2025
Suzanna Ruth Simon, born December 1975, went to her eternal home New Year’s Eve, 2025. Lifelong resident of the Denver metro area. Graduated from Lincoln High School. Graduated from University of Northern Colorado with a degree in music, education and voice. She completed her Orff Levels for certification to enhance musicianship and teaching strategies through the Orff Schulwerk approach.
Ruth, preferred...
Irene C. Brandt
Dec 31, 2025
Irene Cecilia Brandt, of Denver, CO; passed away peacefully at home on December 31, 2025.
Irene was born on October 5, 1942 to parents Garrett B. Brandt and Edith C. Brandt in Sedgwick CO. She attended high school in Sydney, NE and then moved to Denver, CO to attend Business College. After completing Business college, she began working for Alexander Grant...
Louann Eakins Nelson
Dec 30, 2025
With a heavy heart we are sad to announce Louann Eakins Nelson, 94, born April 3, 1931, transitioned peacefully on December 30, 2025. A Denver native, she attended High School at St. Mary’s Academy and later studied art at the University of Denver, where she was a member of Delta Gamma. She truly loved her country and was a proud...
Douglas Keith Jensen
Dec 30, 2025
Douglas Keith Jensen passed away at his home in Denver on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the age of 75.
Born October 29, 1950, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Doug spent most of his life in Denver. He attended Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy High Schools, where he met his future wife, Leigh Anne Slatten. They bonded over a shared...
Gayle R. Arceneaux
Dec 30, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Gayle Arceneaux. She passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025 surrounded by her family in Lakewood, Colorado. Gayle was born on September 1, 1937 in Lafayette, Louisiana. She married her husband, Robert, on May 30, 1959 before moving to Denver, Colorado in 1969 where she and Robert raised a...
Cheryl Lee Petrie
Dec 30, 2025
In loving memory of Cheryl Lee Petrie, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and matriarch of the Petrie family, went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2025 at the age of 81.
Born on January 16, 1944, she lived a life strong in her eternal faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and firm devotion to her...
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