Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

George Edward Sullivan

George Edward Sullivan

Feb 8, 2026

Born on June 27, 1936, in Pasadena, California, to Wimbert and Lucille Seidel Sullivan, George soon moved to El Paso, Texas, where he shared a close-knit childhood with his four beloved brothers: Sully, Eddie, Donnie, and Bobby. He earned a degree in electrical engineering from Texas Western University (now UTEP) and served two years in the military through ROTC, attaining...

Matthew Adam "Matt" Martens

Matthew Adam "Matt" Martens

Feb 8, 2026

Matthew Adam Martens will be remembered most for his deep love of family and his incredible kindness. To know Matt was to LOVE Matt — his warm heart and generous spirit touched everyone around him.

He found joy in life’s simple pleasures: cooking for those he loved, camping, watching sports, and especially taking a trip to the local grocery store or...

Michael J. Motis

Michael J. Motis

Feb 8, 2026

Michael John Motis passed away peacefully with his wife and stepson by his side on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado. He was 69 years old.

Mike was born on June 9, 1956, in Greeley, Colorado, to Daniel John and Billie Jeanne (Goff) Motis. He grew up in Greeley with his brother, Kevin, and sister, Cheryl....

Rita Ann LeQuire

Rita Ann LeQuire

Feb 6, 2026

Rita Ann (Keegan) LeQuire, age 89 died at MorningStar Applewood in Lakewood, Colorado on Feb. 6, 2026.

Rita was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota to James Cauley Keegan Sr. and Anna Mae Keegan. She was raised on a farm near Manvel, ND with her parents and seven siblings. She attended St. Michael’s Catholic School where she graduated in 1955.

After graduation...

Terry M. Follett

Terry M. Follett

Feb 6, 2026

Terry (Teresa) M. Follett passed away peacefully at the age of 67 after a very long, courageous, and hard-fought battle with cancer on February 6, 2026, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. She was born in Laramie, Wyoming on May 4, 1958, and was raised in Walden, Colorado a small town in North Park.

Both sides of her family came from ranching backgrounds...

Glenda Irene Hale-Wolsleben

Glenda Irene Hale-Wolsleben

Feb 6, 2026

Glenda Irene Hale‑Wolsleben, age 78, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in Corsicana, Texas, Glenda grew up with strong family values, heartfelt faith, and a deep love for those around her. In 1980, she moved to Colorado, where she built a beautiful life rooted in compassion, service, and spiritual devotion.

Glenda lived a...

Madeline Concetta Mottola

Madeline Concetta Mottola

Feb 6, 2026

Madeline C. Mottola, of Denver, passed away peacefully at the Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood in Wheat Ridge, on February 6, 2026. She was 92 years old. Madeline was born February 19, 1933, Denver, Colorado to the late Stephen and Assunta (Cerrone) Farrell.

Madeline was the cherished wife of Louis F. Mottola, who preceded her in death, and the beloved mother of...

Patricia Ann Plummer

Patricia Ann Plummer

Feb 6, 2026

Patricia Ann Plummer, of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, passed away at 83 years old, surrounded by the love of her family. She will be remembered for her dedication to her family, her adventurous spirit, and the joy she found skiing the Colorado mountains.

Patricia was born in Minnesota and raised in Fargo, North Dakota, where she grew up as the second oldest...

Gary Lee Griffith

Gary Lee Griffith

Feb 6, 2026

Gary Lee Griffith was born on February 18, 1953, in Portland, Oregon, to Allen Francis Griffith and Betty Ruth Kral. He was the second of five sons and spent his early years in Portland, where he later graduated from David Douglas High School.

Gary proudly enlisted in the United States Navy following his graduation—serving aboard the USS Enterprise during the Vietnam...

Francha Menhard

Francha Menhard

Feb 5, 2026

Francha Menhard, age 76, of Hadera, Israel passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of February 5th after a struggle with dementia. Francha was born on December 9, 1949, to Flora (Witkowski) and Henry (Hank) Menhard in New York and spent much of her young life growing up in Texas. Born as Margaret, she went by Peggy in...

Michael Patrick Hennigan

Michael Patrick Hennigan

Feb 5, 2026

In loving memory of Michael Patrick Hennigan, beloved Husband, Father, Stepfather, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and Friend, passed away at the young Age of 69 from a short but fierce battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis and Sarcoidosis. Mike passed away February 5th surrounded by family both in person and virtually. He leaves behind a legacy of generosity, warmth, and unforgettable family moments.

Mike...

Marilyn Jines Truesdale

Marilyn Jines Truesdale

Feb 5, 2026

Marilyn was a devoted wife to Harry, a loving mother to Pam, Kathy, Teresa, and Steve, and a caring grandmother and great-grandmother to her beautiful clan of 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Her family was her pride and joy, and she poured her heart into each of them. 

Marilyn and Harry shared a remarkable partnership. She truly was made to be...

Gloria L. Redkey

Gloria L. Redkey

2026

Gloria Ann Lenz Redkey passed away peacefully on February 5th, 2026, in Parker, Colorado at the age of 92. She was born in 1933 in San Antonio, Texas, to Hilda and Harry Lenz. She and her two brothers, Larry and Floyd, grew up in humble circumstances during the Great Depression. Gloria achieved the honor of graduating as Salutatorian from Brackenridge...

Irene Maria Harris

Irene Maria Harris

Feb 4, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Irene Maria Harris

Irene Maria Harris (Irene Maria Hochschwender), Our dedicated, kind, compassionate mother, devoted grandmother, caring and supportive sister, and one of the most generous and loving human beings we know, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026 at the age of 78. Her life was a testament to love, service, and unwavering kindness, touching the...

Elizabeth (Beth) Margaret Robinson

Elizabeth (Beth) Margaret Robinson

Feb 3, 2026

Elizabeth (Beth) Margaret Robinson 82, of Denver, Colorado died February 3, 2026, at Swedish Hospital in Englewood. Beth was born November 19,1943 in San Francisco, California to Margaret Fairbairn Fowler and Frederick Earl Fowler. Beth graduated from Mt. St. Gertrude Academy, Western State College, Antioch College, and the University of Colorado. She married Robert F. Robinson in 1966, who predeceased...

James Francis Schmiesing

James Francis Schmiesing

Feb 3, 2026

James F. Schmiesing, 82, of Castle Pines, CO died on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Sky Ridge Medical Center, Lone Tree, CO. He was born on January 14, 1944 in Minster, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Vera (Meyer) Schmiesing. He married Marilyn E. Smith on October 3, 1970 in St. Joseph Byzantine Catholic Church in Toronto, Ohio. She survives...

Thomas Anthony Milinowicz

Thomas Anthony Milinowicz

Feb 3, 2026

Thomas Anthony Milinowicz passed peacefully, surrounded by his family, on February 3, 2026, in Denver, Colorado, after 77 years of living life fully and on his own terms.

Tom is survived by his children: Jennifer Milinowicz; Zachary Milinowicz (Andria); Katelyn Milinowicz; Liana (Kevin) Wolfe; JB Sepeda (Kathy); Pedro Sepeda (Samantha); and Apolonia (Garrett) Brenaman. He also leaves behind many beloved grandchildren...

Jennie E. Musk

Jennie E. Musk

Feb 3, 2026

Celebrating the life of Jennie E Musk 1929-2026 of Broomfield, CO passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026. She was born in Denver, CO, on July 17, 1929, and was 96 years old at the time of her passing. Mitzi, her older sister who proceeded her in death as well as her beloved husband Joseph Musk and her parents Mary...