Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Mar 30, 2023

John “JR” William Ratliff passed away March 30, 2023.  He died peacefully in his Denver home surrounded by family.  John is survived by his significant other Linda Leonard; his sisters Shirley McBroom; Debbie Lynn (Brad) Hunt; nieces Traci Butzen; Toni Lynn Pascal; nephew-in-law Bob Butzen and great-niece Tristan Butzen. Preceding him in death are his parents Alvin “Bud” and...

Mar 30, 2023

Clarice Oliva, age 91, passed away peacefully with her daughter at her side, on March 30, 2023. She was born in Worcester, MA on April 26, 1931. She graduated from Nursing school in1952 and received her 4-year BS degree in nursing in 1997.

She was pleasant to all, a real pleaser, a wonderful mother and dedicated wife....

Mar 30, 2023

Merrill Robert Fie was born in a small farming community in Little Rock, Iowa on July 3, 1928, to D. Lyle and Minnie L. Fie.  From his humble beginning through hard work and determination, Merrill was able to fulfill his dreams.  As a teenager Merrill had a newspaper route and owned/operated the movie theater in George, Iowa.  Merrill attended...

Mar 30, 2023

On March 30, 2023, Mary "Shirleen" Ratliff passed away peacefully surrounded lovingly by family, in her Denver home at the age of 94. Shirleen is survived by her daughter Shirley McBroom; stepdaughter Debbie Lynn (Brad) Hunt; granddaughters Traci Butzen, Toni Lynn Pascal; grandson-in-law Bob Butzen and great granddaughter Tristan Butzen.  Her son, John “JR” (Linda) Ratliff, survived his mother...

Mar 30, 2023

Irene Marie Uyhely Coleman, 98 years old, died at Cadence of Aurora on March 30, 2023. Irene lived a long and beautiful life.

Irene was born June 19, 1924 in Berwick, PA, to John Uyhely and Annia Percher Uyhely. She lived in Europe, Spain, and Italy. She was able to travel with her husband while he was...

Mar 29, 2023

Francis “Floyd” Archuleta (64) of Denver, CO passed away on March 29, 2023 surrounded by family. Francis fondly known as Floyd was born to Juan Paul and Adela Archuleta on April 29,1958 in Denver, CO

Floyd is survived by his brothers Micheal (Gloria), Duane (Margaret), and Willie, his sisters Florence and Martha, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and...

Mar 29, 2023

Stuart Melvin, 90, passed away March 29, 2023, in Thornton, CO.

He lived in Ashland and Hurley, Wisconsin growing up. He was raised by Roy and Lucille Melvin, both educators. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Madison with a degree in Finance and Business. He moved to Colorado and went to work in the Banking...

Mar 29, 2023

Rich, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home in Highlands Ranch on March 29, 2023.  He was a graduate of Boulder High School.  He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Metropolitan State University.  He worked for 31 years in the Oil and Gas industry before retiring in 2016.

He met his...

Mar 28, 2023

Terry Wasley, 82, of Lakewood, Colorado passed into Heaven on March 28, 2023. He was born February 26, 1941 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, to Olga and Nestor Wasley.

Terry was a beloved husband, father, and friend. He was the most kind, gentle, and generous man. Terry had a great sense of humor- having nicknames for all, and...

Mar 28, 2023

“Dennis "Denny" Lee Vogel

Passed away March 28, 2023. Born May 15, 1948 to Bob and Vera Vogel. He lived and graduated from Kimball, Neb. before entering the Army and went over seas. He loved fishing and gardening. He is survived by his daughter Stacey and her mother Tammy, his wife Janet and her son Jason....

Mar 28, 2023

Marilyn M. Jakaitis (nee Roubik), age 91, formerly of Chicago’s south side Mt. Greenwood neighborhood passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Beloved wife of 57 years to the love of her life the late Leo J. Jakaitis, retired CPD.  Loving mother of Karen (Ronald) Harms and to the late Michael “Jake” retired CFD (Cathie) Jakaitis.  Grandmother to...

Mar 27, 2023

On March 27, 2023, Jane Baltzell Kopp passed away peacefully at rest in her home. Although her body succumbed to the effects of cancer, her immortal spirit still inspires the many people who knew and loved her.

Jane was born on March 13, 1935, in El Paso, Texas, to Virginia Gist Baltzell and Lawrence Alpheus Baltzell. Her...

Mar 27, 2023

Marie G. McGrath, nee Dolan, was born on April 20, 1929, in Brooklyn, NY, and died on March 27, 2023, in Littleton, CO, just short of her 94th birthday. Marie completed her education during WWII at Notre Dame Academy High School and College on Staten Island, majoring in French, minoring in psychology, and playing basketball. Her first job was...

Mar 26, 2023

Colleen Michele Hinds, 51, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Parker Adventist Hospital with her family at her side.  Colleen was born January 22, 1972 in Princeton, British Columbia, Canada, the daughter of Robert and Janet Lorenzen Eslick.  Colleen married Robert T. Hinds June 15th, 2002 in San Carlos, Mexico.  Colleen is survived by her...

Mar 26, 2023

Bob was born on a farm in Scranton, Kansas. The son of Richard Challacombe and Mae Martin. He was the 5th child of what would eventually be 6 children. He enjoyed baseball and track in high school, served in the Navy in WWII, and retired from the Colorado Dept. of Revenue. Survived by children Ken (Ruth), Carol (Lynn), Duane...

Mar 26, 2023

William (Bill) Robert Wozow, aged 80, left this earth on March 26, 2023 after a wonderful evening with his family that he adored. He was born July 20, 1942 to David and Mabel Irene (Sjostrom) Wozow in Newport, Washington. In 1962 he married Ruth Ann Neal and began their beautiful family.

As very young boys, Bill and...

Mar 26, 2023

Our dear mother, Elizabeth Rose Boyle, 99, of Denver, passed from this life on March 26, 2023.

Elizabeth was predeceased by husband, Donald and daughter, Mary Kathleen Hartness; sisters, Carmen Anderson and Evelyn DeAnda; and brother, Victor Artese. She is survived by sons, Kevin (Diana) Boyle, Thomas Boyle, Michael (Karantarat) Boyle, and Brian (Jeanine) Boyle; and daughter,...

Mar 26, 2023

Edward “Joe” Johnson was born July 31, 1942 in DuQuoin, Illinois to William and Marjorie Johnson. He died March 26, 2023 at the age of 80 years. Joe passed away at his home in Denver, Colorado with his wife of 37 years, Margy at his side. For the past few years, Joe has battled severe lung and heart problems....

Mar 26, 2023

Virginia Christene (“Teena”) Davis, 92, went to her heavenly home on March 26, 2023. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, and is again in the arms of her beloved husband, Leo A. Davis, who passed away in 2002.

Teena was born on Christmas Day, 1930, in Breckenridge, a small town in north-central Texas,...

Mar 26, 2023

Charles “Chuck” A. Levine died peacefully at age 89 on March 26, 2023.

Chuck was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the only child of Benjamin Levine and Erma (Pfeiffer) Levine on February 28, 1934.  He earned degrees from the University of Minnesota, Purdue University and the University of Denver, and served in the U.S. Navy.  Chuck...