Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Michael "Mike" Crouch

Michael "Mike" Crouch

Apr 12, 2023

Age 75, of Arvada, Mike died unexpectedly but peacefully at home in his sleep. Mike was predeceased by his mother, Shirley Schuh Crouch; father, Jack Herbert Crouch; brother, Stephen Crouch; and his stepmother, Linda L. Crouch. He is survived by his wife, Linda S. Crouch; son, Bryan (Julie Kirwan) Crouch; sister, Shanne Crouch Hilleman; sister-in-law, Kathy Chiero; brother-in-law, Larry...

Geraldine M. Svadlenka

Geraldine M. Svadlenka

Apr 11, 2023

 

Geraldine M. Svadlenka, 88, formerly of Allentown, died on April 11th in Aurora, CO. She was married to the late Thomas P. Svadlenka.

Born in Lansford, PA, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna Gallanda.

Gerry graduated from Lansford High School in 1952, from the McCann School of Business in 1955, and from Lehigh Carbon Community...

John Murphy

John Murphy

Apr 11, 2023

Our beloved brother, father, grandfather, John Payne Murphy, passed away at home with family and caregivers by his side in Denver, Colorado, on Tuesday, April 11, at the age of 91.  John was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on April 24, 1931.  He showed an adventurous spirit from the start.  He loved the outdoors, joined the Boy Scouts in the Tennessee...

Douglas Berg

Douglas Berg

Apr 11, 2023

Douglas George Berg

October 26, 1957 to April 11, 2023 From start to finish – a life well-lived!

Doug Berg, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully at his home on April 11, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his soul mate of many years, Tami Clark who he...

Kimberly Wray

Kimberly Wray

Apr 11, 2023

Kimberly Wray of Lakewood, Colorado passed away on April 11, 2023 at the age of 55.  Loving sister, aunt, and friend.

Kim spent her career and retired with the National Parks Service. She loved animals, painting, crocheting and all crafts.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Janice M. Wray and Ronald T. Wray. ...

Bernadette Benham

Bernadette Benham

Apr 11, 2023

Bernadette Alice Benham, 75, of Evergreen, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023. She is survived by her loving husband, Jerry Benham, mother of Nathan and Amy. Vigil Service Wednesday, April 19, 2023 starting at 6:00pm, Funeral Mass Thursday, April 20, 2023, 9am, all to be held at Our Lady of the Pines Catholic Church, 9444 Eagle Cliff Road, Conifer....

Phyllis Ferraro

Phyllis Ferraro

Apr 10, 2023

Phyllis Ferraro, 98, of Littleton died April 10th, 2023. Beloved wife of Joseph Peter Ferraro (deceased); mother of Joseph (Ellen) Ferraro, Claudia (Graz) Graziano, Teresa (Larry) Wilson, Michael (Martha)Ferraro, Donna (Franz) Koch, John Ferraro, Thomas Ferraro; grandmother of 15 and great grandmother of 21.

Visitation 6:00pm, Rosary 7:00pm on Tuesday, April 18th, 2023, Horan & McConaty Family...

Danielle "Dani" Brewer

Danielle "Dani" Brewer

Apr 10, 2023

On April 10th, 2023, Danielle “Dani” Renee Brewer lost her battle with the disease of addiction and passed away. Danielle is now at peace. She will always be loved and remembered for her boldness, infectious attitude, and fantastic cooking.

Danielle lived for the mountains, and she loved rafting, hiking, and camping. She also loved the Denver Broncos,...

Susan Golesh

Susan Golesh

Apr 10, 2023

“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” —Winnie The Pooh

On April 10th after being blessed with one last Easter with her family, Susan Anne Golesh, passed away peacefully at UC Health Highlands Ranch, at 59 years old.

As Sue’s family grieves her loss they are thankful that the...

James Lazar, Jr.

James Lazar, Jr.

Apr 10, 2023

James Lazar passed away peacefully on April 10, 2023 at the age of 84.

James Lazar, known as Jim or Butch to his family and friends, was born in Buffalo, NY in 1938.

Jim lived in Jamestown, NY with his parents and two older sisters until he was five years old. The family lived in...

James Lazar Jr.

James Lazar Jr.

Apr 10, 2023

James Lazar Jr. May 19, 1938-April 10, 2023 James Lazar May 19, 1938 - April 10, 2023

James Lazar passed away peacefully on April 10, 2023 at the age of 84. James Lazar, known as Jim or Butch to his family and friends, was born in Buffalo, NY in 1938. Jim lived in Jamestown,NY with his parents...

Gene Brownlee, Jr.

Gene Brownlee, Jr.

Apr 9, 2023

Gene Allen Brownlee, Jr. passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends in Denver Colorado.

Gene is survived by his mother, Sharon Brownlee, his sister, Diana and her son Skyler, his nephew Justin and his sons Gage, Colton; nephew, Ben and his son Jaxon; niece, Brandi and her husband Nick.  Gene's sons Adam and Josh...

Sally Hopkins

Sally Hopkins

Apr 9, 2023

Survived by her husband of 51 years, Warren.

Memorial Service on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 2:00pm at Horan & McConaty, 5303 E. County Line Rd. Centennial, CO 80122.

James "Jim" Stitt

James "Jim" Stitt

Apr 9, 2023

James Ray (Jim) Stitt, age 90, of Westminster and Grand Junction, Colorado,  passed away on April 9, 2023.

Jim was born August 17, 1932 in Salida, Colorado, the son of Harvey Stitt and Mary McBreen Stitt. He attended Cathedral High School in Denver, Colorado and earned a degree in journalism from Marquette University. In 1954, he joined...

Robert "Bob" Mcfarland

Robert "Bob" Mcfarland

Apr 9, 2023

Robert “Bob” D. McFarland, 93, peacefully passed away on 9th of April 2023, at home surrounded by loved ones.  Bob was born, 11th of August 1929 to Russell and Edith McFarland in Quincy, Illinois.  After Bob graduated from Englewood High School with the class of 1947, he enlisted in the Navy and served during the Korean conflict.  After the...

William Martin

William Martin

Apr 9, 2023

William Paul “Bill Paul” Martin passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 after a courageous seven-year battle with ALS at the age of 57.

Bill was born November 18th, 1965, in El Paso, Texas, to Lynn and Nelson Martin. After graduating from Coronado High School in El Paso, he studied business at the University of Texas at Austin....

Max Lewis

Max Lewis

Apr 8, 2023

Max Jessie Lewis, age 64, of Denver CO passed away April 8, 2023.

He is preceded in death by father, Mike Lewis; sister, Yolanda Romero; brother, David Rubio; nephews, Skeeto Romero and Brandon DeHerrera.

He is survived by mother, Mary Lewis; several sons and daughters; sisters, Sandra Rubio, Donna Herrera (Emilio) and Pam Segura; several...

Paul Blumenstein, Jr.

Paul Blumenstein, Jr.

Apr 8, 2023

Dave Blumenstein was born in  Eugene, Oregon on July 19, 1949 to Paul and Ilene Blumenstein.  He grew up in Eugene, Oregon attending Floral Hill Elementary, Roosevelt Junior High, and graduated from South Eugene High School in 1967.  After high school, he journeyed to Colorado attending the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado and graduated with a Mining...

Priscilla Ruybal

Priscilla Ruybal

Apr 8, 2023

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother/grandmother/nana Priscilla Ruybal. Priscilla died at the age of 83 on Saturday April 8, 2023. She passed peacefully in her home, surrounded by loved ones, after a battle with breast cancer.

Priscilla was born on February 27, 1940 to Epifanio and Eliria Perea in Antonito, Colorado....

Donna Fleming

Donna Fleming

Apr 8, 2023

Donna Jean Robinson Fleming passed away peacefully April 8, 2023 in Golden, Colorado. She was born November 20, 1936 to Vern Robinson and Freida (Stott) Robinson in Keosauqua Iowa.

Donna graduated from Keosauqua High School in 1954. She received her Associates degree from Iowa State Teachers College and went on to teach 4th grade in Bennet, Iowa...