Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Dec 27, 2024

Jon Herbert Shive was born on April 30, 1939, in a small two-room house in Salem, Indiana. During the early years of World War II, his family moved to Jeffersonville, Indiana, and after the war, they settled in Bloomington, Indiana. Jon spent his formative years there, excelling academically and graduating from high school with honors. He went on to attend...

Dec 27, 2024

Eleanor (Eafanti) Raisch, 96, of Arvada, CO, peacefully passed away Friday, December 27, 2024. Eleanor  was a beloved Italian American born in Denver December 18, 1928. Her family were hard working Italians who came to America from Gildone, Italy, and would eventually make their way to the north side of Denver to raise their 5 children. North Denver is also...

Dec 27, 2024

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Avalina "Ava" Marie Lombardi Polson, who peacefully passed away on December 27, 2024, at the age of 83. Ava was cherished by all who knew her.

Avalina was born to Fiore & Maria Lombardi on April 30, 1941, in Denver, Colorado. Married James Leroy Polson in August of 1959. She was a dedicated...

Dec 27, 2024

Betty Jo (Diehl) Ales, age 85, died in Arvada, CO on December 27, 2024. She was a graduate of Central High School in Grand Junction, Colorado and Bethel School of Nursing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. During this time, she met and married Donald Ales who was her husband for 56 years. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science...

Dec 27, 2024

Lester George Hanley, age 70, passed away on December 27, 2024 at Brookdale Meridian Lakewood. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Gina Hanley, and his daughter, Krista Hanley.

Les was born in Norwalk, Connecticut on November 26, 1954 to George and Lorraine Hanley; although George didn’t meet his son for an entire year as he was stationed in...

Dec 27, 2024

True Somer “Sugar” Anderson of Littleton, Colorado passed away at the extraordinary age of 93, on December 27, 2024. True’s leaving was nearly perfectly timed with the onset of physical limitations that prevented her from enjoying her favorite pastime: milling about and ignoring anyone who asked her to please sit down and rest. 

Born August 24, 1931, in Wilson, Kansas, she...

Dec 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and so much love, that we announce the peaceful passing of Charlene "Gaga" Miller on December 27, 2024. She was a light in our family, a cornerstone of wisdom, kindness, and selflessness, who blessed us with 84 years of life.

Born on September 6, 1940 in Denver, CO, Charlene was a woman of incredible strength, deep...

Dec 26, 2024

Rene E. Crothers Jr., of Centennial, CO passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 88. Rene retired from the Oil & Gas industry, where he worked for over 40 years. He spent his retirement volunteering for many reputable organizations such as the Lion's Club, Easter Seals, Bethany Lutheran Church, and Meals on Wheels. Rene was survived by...

Dec 26, 2024

Dewey LeGrande Long left his family to mourn on December 26, 2024, after a short illness. Born March 20,1940 to Jack and Kathryn (Cox) Long in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Dewey was raised with a strong work ethic and commitment to family. As a young man, he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and graduated as valedictorian of his high...

Dec 26, 2024

Dec 26, 2024

Dora Fie was born at her family farm in Norquay, Saskatchewan, Canada on December 4, 1926, to Samuel and Esther Ochitwa. There was a huge snowstorm, so her father was not able to register Dorie’s birth until December 6. Dorie’s birthday was annually celebrated for three days on December 4, 5 and 6. Just six months after her birth, Dorie’s...

Dec 25, 2024

Byron Douglas Cook, 81, passed away December 25, 2024 at Collier Hospice in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. He is survived by his wife, Judy, their daughter Heather Mackell (Gregg), their son Lance Cook (Lisa) and two grandchildren, Lauren Mackell and Connor Mackell  . He is also survived by his brother Warren Cook (Susan) of Annapolis MD, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins...

Dec 25, 2024

Patrick James Schreck, age 39, passed away on December 25, 2024. He was born on June 6, 1985.

He is survived by his daughter, Etta (9), father Rick Schreck, mother Patti Godfrey, and stepfather Bob Godfrey. He is also survived by his brother Drew Schreck of Denver, CO, and stepsister Jenna Godfrey (Danny) of Eugene, OR. Patrick was preceded in death...

Dec 25, 2024

In Loving Memory

Susan Elizabeth McLaughlin of Aurora, Colorado passed away peacefully on December 25th, 2024 with devoted husband, Randy Heitman, at her side and three children nearby. She bravely faced a dire stage four lung cancer diagnosis and fought for six months, entering eternal life on Christmas Day at age 56.

Susan lived life with a fearless sense of adventure and...

Dec 25, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael John Varner, who peacefully passed away on December 25, 2024, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Denver, Colorado with his loving family at his side. Born on November 27, 1945, in Keokuk, Iowa, Mike lived a full and meaningful life, leaving a legacy of love, friendship and cherished memories.

Mike...

Dec 24, 2024

In loving memory of Richard, who has departed from this earthly life to embrace eternal peace in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Born on November 23rd, 1954, Richard was a radiant light in the lives of all who knew him, embodying love, kindness, and unwavering faith. A devoted believer, he changed his life to be guided by the teachings...

Dec 24, 2024

Mary Ann "Honey" Lopez (Villalva) passed away peacefully in her home on December 24th, 2024. She was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome in 2023 and was able to maintain her active lifestyle for nearly two years, until her disease turned into an aggressive form of leukemia just 6 weeks before her death. 

Mary Ann was born in Bristol, CO, the second youngest...