Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Jun 30, 2026

Rodney Frederick Fuller (“Rod”) was born on November 13, 1953, in Lubbock, Texas, and passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026. He was 72 years old.

Rod’s family moved to Colorado in 1956, where Rod grew up and graduated from Westminster High School. After school, Rod earned his journeyman pipefitter license, and continued in the profession for four decades, retiring as...

Jun 30, 2026

José Manuel Márquez Gatica, 54, passed away on June 30th 2026. He was born on May 3rd, 1972, in Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz, Andalucía, Spain, to José Luis Márquez and Mercedes Gatica.

José Manuel lived a life full of passion, humor, generosity, and curiosity. A lover of life in every sense, he found joy in good food, meaningful conversation, and...

Jun 29, 2026

Margaret “Marge” Loretta (Bratkovic) Nuttall, 94, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026.

Marge was born in Kansas City, Kansas on November 25, 1931, to Frank Bratkovic and Antonia Luzar, both Slovenian immigrants. Growing up during the Great Depression, she attended St. Anthony's School, where she developed a love of learning, music, and the Catholic faith that would...

Jun 28, 2026

Jun 28, 2026

Beloved grandson of Andrzek and Maryanna Czajkowski, Jim was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

He joined the Navy at age 17 and served aboard the USS Independence, later participating in the decommissioning of the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. During his service in the Navy, Jim was awarded the Bronze Star for his service during the Vietnam War.

Jim attended Point Park...

Jun 28, 2026

Shirley Joan Taylor passed away on June 28, 2026 at the age of 88 in her home at The Ridge at Pinehurst in Lakewood, Colorado. She found relief from the physical struggles that she had endured during the past few years while in the company of her sons.

Shirley enjoyed the beauty of the natural world and spending time outdoors. She...

Jun 28, 2026

Hildy Kronen was born on November 15, 1950 in New York, New York and died on Sunday, June 28, 2026 in Denver, Colorado at the age of 75. 

She leaves behind 2 sons, Ryan and Sam, 2 brothers, Seth and William, 2 nieces, Nora and Cindy, 2 nephews, Zachary and Jack, an ex-husband, William, a dog, Leo, and many other family...

Jun 27, 2026

Jerry Mares, 84, of Denver, CO passed away on June 27, 2026. He was surrounded by his family and friends. Born to father Albert and mother Emma Mares. Devoted husband of Rachel Mares and loving father to Shelly Mares. Jerry graduated from Annunciation High School where he played on the football team. He continued to enjoy playing in his later...

Jun 27, 2026

Betty Jane Foster

Betty Jane Foster, age 96, passed away and into the loving arms of her Lord Jesus Christ on June 27, 2026. She was a lifelong resident of Englewood, Colorado and lived her entire life within 5 miles of where she was raised. She married Harold Foster on November 25th, 1950.

Betty is survived by her 4 children; Steve Foster...

Jun 26, 2026

James Faris Cox (74) and Susan Horn Cox (69) died on Friday, June 26, 2026 outside of Casper, Wyoming in a tragic vehicle collision while en route to their cherished family home in Ennis, Montana.

Long-time Golden, Colorado residents, Faris and Susan were married for 44 blissful years and are survived by their two children: Griffin (Lynn) Cox and Catherine (Jared)...

Jun 26, 2026

At the age of 42, Paulo Azevedo entered into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and countless cherished memories.

Celebration of Life will be at 10:00am, Monday, July 27 at Flatirons Community Church, 2700 South Downing Street, Denver, CO 80210.

Paulo was a devoted father to his beloved daughter, Dagny, who was the greatest joy of his life. He...

Jun 26, 2026

Virginia Bertha Atencio, 99, of Arvada, CO, passed away peacefully on June 26th, 2026. She was born on March 15th, 1927, in Fort Garland, CO, to Alberto and Josefa Atencio. A devout Catholic, Virginia Acevedo lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service to God.

Her faith was the cornerstone of her life, and she lived it daily through her...

Jun 26, 2026

Kenneth Leroy Werth, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Littleton, Colorado, on June 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Ken was born on March 29, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, to Nicodemus and Theresa (Younger) Werth. Raised in north Denver, he graduated from Holy Family High School, where he met the love of his life, Rita Carlino....

Jun 26, 2026

Nelson Blair Phelps

December 21, 1939 – June 26, 2026

Nelson Phelps, age 86, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026. A man of quiet strength, steady devotion, and deep faith, Nelson spent his life building a legacy of love, commitment, and kindness that will forever guide his family.

Professionally, Nelson was a respected leader who served as the Executive Director of Human...

Jun 26, 2026

With profound sadness and gentle gratitude for a life well-lived, the family of Theresa Marie Turco announces her peaceful passing on June 26, 2026, surrounded by the warmth of her family and friends at her home. Born on December 14, 1929, in Salida, Colorado, Theresa was a beacon of love, faith, and kindness, whose legacy will endure through the generations...

Jun 25, 2026

Richard Joseph Navin, affectionately known as Dick, passed away of natural causes at his home in Littleton, Colorado, on June 25, 2026. He was born on July 31, 1945, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Marguerite Manley Navin and Cyril Ward Navin.

As a young boy, Dick served as an altar boy in elementary school and was proud of his service...

Jun 24, 2026

Woodland creatures, rejoice! The legendary hunter Michael E. Freeman has set out on his final journey, no longer roaming the meadows, mountains, and forests he loved. 

Born on March 5, 1958, he lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and stories worth telling. Though he loved the outdoors and the thrill of the hunt, he always found his way back home...

Jun 24, 2026

Dolores Sears, age 84, entered her heavenly home on June 24, 2026, in her home in Highlands Ranch, CO surrounded by her family.

Dolores was a graduate of Anniston High School in Anniston, AL and earned her bachelor's degree at Indiana Wesleyan University, Indianapolis, IN. She retired from the Civil Service/Department of Defense, Accounting and Finance Center in Denver, CO.  She...

Jun 24, 2026

On June 24, 2026, Edna Marie Bond peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born to Ed and Neva Rand and Sister to Kay, on May 30, 1949 in Denver, Colorado. She was named after a great aunt, and the Virgin Mary, however she would also come to prefer Eddie as well to...

Jun 24, 2026

Christina “Chrissy” Wimmer, MD, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, at the age of 53, following a courageous and inspiring sixteen-year battle with breast cancer.

Chrissy was born on October 17, 1972, in Menominee Falls, Wisconsin, to Joseph L. and Adele Wimmer. In July 1975, she dubiously welcomed her younger brother, Max J. Wimmer. The family spent her early years...