Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Geraldine "Jerrie" Ann Palen
May 19, 2025
Jerrie (DiRito) Palen, 88, of Northglenn Colorado passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025.
She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband, Larry, her parents Ben & Rose, and six siblings whom she adored.
She is survived by her five children and spouses, 14 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and her brother Richard DiRito.
Funeral Mass...
Gary Dwayne Snook
May 18, 2025
Gary Dwayne Snook, a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, partner, co-worker, and friend, passed away on his 82nd birthday, May 18th, 2025, in Castle Pines, Colorado. Born on May 18th, 1943, in Pueblo, CO, Gary lived a life full of love, joy, and unwavering dedication to those around him.
Gary served our country in the United States Army and National Guard. Gary’s...
Robert Aaron Smith
May 18, 2025
Robert A. Smith (Bob), 87 of Thornton, CO died on May 18, 2025.
Bob was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and a friend to many.
Bob was born in Pickaway, OH on August 10th, 1937 to James and Mildred Smith. James enrolled Bob in the miliary at an early age which developed his passion for military service. Bob served...
Judith L. Somerville
May 18, 2025
Judith L Somerville, 83, of Lakewood, passed away May 18, 2025. She was born November 19, 1941 to Walter and Grace Geddes. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Jared Somerville; her parents, Walter and Grace Geddes; and her brother, Jerry Geddes.
Judi is survived by her daughters, Kiffy McKinlay and Missy...
Veronica V. Rodriguez
May 18, 2025
Veronica V. Rodriguez, 71, of Englewood, passed away May 18, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Ernestine Varoz; her brother, Stan Varoz; brother-in-law, Tony Alvarado; her 4 guide dogs-Yanda, Taboo, Rally, and Roanne.
Veronica is survived by her husband, Raymond P. Rodriguez; her siblings, Lori Alvarado, Carol Varoz, Joe (Josie) Varoz, Tina Moore (Arnold Valdez), several nieces,...
Virginia J. Hokenson
May 18, 2025
Virginia “Ginny” Jewell Hokenson went peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus at home on May 18, 2025 in Arvada, CO. She led a good life but struggled with dementia for the last 4 years.
Born February 2, 1938 in Sheldon, Iowa to John and Sadie Van Aalsburg. She grew up on the family farm, the second of six girls. She...
Jason Robert Rattie
May 18, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Robert Rattie, age 41, who was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident while crossing a street in downtown Denver on May 18, 2025.
Jason was born in Walnut Creek, California in 1984. He spent his early years in the Bay Area before moving with his family to The Woodlands,...
Ann Malcolm Robinson Clarke
May 17, 2025
Ann Clarke, beloved wife and mother to her husband, Allan of Parker, and her three children, Thomas, Emilie, and Graham, passed away peacefully on May 17th, after an extended illness, leaving a void her family cannot possibly fill.
Ann was born in Minneapolis, MN in 1939 to Bruce and Sheila Robinson. She attended schools in NY, NY and Greenwich, CT before...
Jeannette Ames McIntosh
May 17, 2025
Born at Glockner Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO on May 11, 1937, Jeanette Alice Ames
McIntosh passed away in Denver, Colorado on May 17, 2025. She was 88 years old.
She is survived by her brother James Ernst McIntosh of Dallas, TX; her sister-in-law Sammye
Conway McIntosh of Dallas, Texas; her nephew and his wife Brian & Jo Ann McIntosh, of Denver, CO;
her...
Charles Robinson Upton
May 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Charles Robinson Upton
May 1, 1938 – May 17, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Robinson Upton, age 87, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, May 17, 2025, surrounded by his beloved wife of 65 years, Janet G. Upton, and his daughter, Jennifer Upton Zanon.
Born on May 1, 1938, in Marin County, California, Charlie grew up in the coastal...
Raquel Sánchez Bishop
May 17, 2025
Born into Life June 25, 1936 - Born into Eternal Life on May 17, 2025, Raquel passed peacefully surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Gordon. Loving mother and step-mother of Denise Alcalá (Robert Davidson), Michaelena Moore (Robert), Teresa Swanson, Richard Alcalá , Laura LaRosa (James), Mitchell (Kathryn) Alcalá , Debbie Brimmerman, Bernie Bishop, Richard (Sheri) Bishop, Mark Bishop, Rob...
Lawrence Robert Griffith
May 17, 2025
Lawrence “Larry” “Griff” Griffith
Born at his family’s home in Denver, Colorado to Ed and Lucille (Fante) Griffith on October 18, 1946.
Died at his home in Westminster, Colorado surrounded by his loved ones on May 17, 2025.
Larry is survived by his loving wife Sharyn (Schneringer), and two daughters, Stephanie (Brandon) Hawkins, and Laura (Kevin) Paulson.
“Papa” will be so missed by his...
Kathryn Ann Lewis "Kitty" Braun
May 17, 2025
Kathryn Ann Braun, lovingly known as “Kitty,” passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and resilience. Born on June 2, 1948, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, she was the cherished daughter of Warren and Lorraine Lewis.
Kitty was the beloved wife of David Braun, with whom she shared over 55 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they enjoyed nearly 40 years...
Ida J. Kramb
May 16, 2025
Ida Kramb, age 84, of Littleton, Colorado, passed away peacefully after a sudden illness on May 16, surrounded by family. Her journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion and an unwavering faith in God.
Ida was born in Cleveland, Ohio and moved to the Denver area in 1955 with her parents and siblings. She graduated from St. Francis...
Rita S Kelly
May 16, 2025
Rita S. Kelly was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. Rita’s positive spirit and love for family and friends provided her the strength to live life on her terms until she passed away in Denver on May 16, 2025 at the age of 96.
Born on November 9, 1928, in Green River, Wyoming, Rita was the daughter of Emil...
Martha Jane Ellis
May 16, 2025
Martha Jane Ellis (Bohnart), age 84, passed away peacefully in Denver, CO on May 16, 2025. She was known as ‘Marte’ to her friends and as ‘Nano’ to her grandchildren. Martha was born on July 21, 1940 in Wood River, NE to a large, loving family. She was a proud graduate of Wood River High School. Martha spent most of...
Judy Collings
May 16, 2025
Judith Raechel Collings
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Raechel Collings, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Judy passed away on May 16, 2025, at the age of 83. Born to John and Margaret Lampe in Spencer, Iowa, Judy lived a life filled with dedication, love, and an unyielding commitment to her family and...
David Alan Sherer
May 15, 2025
David Alan Sherer, age 78, passed away at home on May 15, 2025 in Aurora, Colorado. He was born on January 16, 1947, in Santa Monica, California, the beloved son of Gordon and Bettie Sherer. David was a devoted husband to Linda Sherer for 55 years, a loving father to April Valdez (Mark) and Cameron Sherer, a proud Papa to...
Cathy Maglione
May 15, 2025
Cathy Maglione, a brilliant woman known for her thoughtful kindness and generous spirit, passed away peacefully in Arvada, Colorado in May 2025. She was 63. Her life was one marked by witty intellect, quiet strength, and a profound love for her family.
Born in 1961 and raised in Colorado by Earl and Doris Chandler, Cathy grew up in a loving home...
Victor Ibarra
May 15, 2025
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