Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Sarah Carson Knostman
Oct 28, 2024
After a recent diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, Sarah Carson Knostman died on October 28, 2024 in Denver, Colorado, surrounded by her family. Sarah Elizabeth Carson, Sally to all who knew her, was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 6,1943, to William Dana “Kit” and Barbara Powell Carson and grew up in Alexandria, Virginia where she attended school and was graduated...
Gerald L. Mihlbachler
Oct 28, 2024
Gerald “Jerry” Mihlbachler, 92, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024. Jerry was born May 9, 1932 to Bernard and Helen Mihlbachler of Teutopolis, Illinois; owners of a local barbershop. A loving and devoted marriage of 58 years to Barbara Ann (Caserotti) Mihlbachler produced four children; Brian (wife Cathryn), Elizabeth, John (wife Angela), and Rosann (husband Shane). Sadly, wife Barbara,...
Michael Philip Tafoya
Oct 28, 2024
Michael Philip Tafoya, age 64, of Denver, Colorado, passed away on October 28, 2024. Born on October 24, 1960, Michael lived a life full of laughter, love, and dedication to his family.
A proud graduate of Mapleton High School, Class of 1979, Michael went on to serve his country as a member of the United States Air Force. Known for his...
Gaye Ricks Spruell
Oct 28, 2024
Sarah "Gaye" Ricks Spruell, of Fort Collins, Colorado, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024. She leaves a legacy of love, unwavering support, and will forever be remembered by all who knew her.
She was born on January 21, 1945, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, to Major General Earl Thornton Ricks and Mrs. Hazel Brown Ricks and was preceded in death by...
Sean Dugan Herbert
Oct 28, 2024
Sean Herbert, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 28, 2024.
Sean was born on December 7, 1965, to Patricia and John Herbert at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Denver, Colorado.
Sean graduated from Mullen High School before attending Metropolitan State University of Denver. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 1992, belonging to the Golden Key National Honor Society.
He...
Aron B. Katz
Oct 28, 2024
Aron Katz, known by everyone as Ron, passed away peacefully at home, leaving his loving family and community with great sadness. Although he had an uncharacteristically quiet few years at the end, he spent his 88 years on the planet dedicated to adventure and living his biggest and fullest life.
After a skirmish in college that afforded him some free time...
Loretta M. Molliconi
Oct 27, 2024
Loretta Molliconi passed away on October 27, 2024, in Littleton, Colorado. Born in Illinois, she moved to Denver at the age of 9, where she later met her beloved husband, Angelo. They exchanged vows on Christmas Eve while Angelo was on leave from the Navy, beginning a life filled with love and joy.
In their youth, Loretta and Angelo enjoyed dancing...
Diane Kay Beacom
Oct 27, 2024
Diane Kay Beacom entered into eternal life after a short illness on October 27, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born in Anthon, Iowa to Ernest and Frances Towers on October 18th 1936. Diane was a talented basketball player and baton twirler in high school and earned a letter jacket. After graduation she attended Wayne State College in Nebraska...
Gordon Vernon Bashford
Oct 27, 2024
Gordon Vernon Bashford, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, optometrist, and dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, peacefully passed away on October 27th, 2024, at the age of 85.
Gordon was born on November 5, 1938, to George Vernon and Anna Brill Bashford in Worland, Wyoming. Several minutes later, to the surprise of both parents and doctor,...
Stephen A. Small
Oct 26, 2024
Stephen A. Small, age 71, passed away at Advent Hospice in Centennial, Colorado, on October 26, 2024.
Born on August 10, 1953, in Denver, Colorado, he lived in a number of places during his life; Cayman Islands, Turks & Caicos, Tampa, Florida, White Plains, NY and Englewood, Colorado. A PADI certified scuba instructor, he taught and guided scuba diving in the...
Barbara A. "Barb" Duff, Esq.
Oct 26, 2024
Barbara A. Duff, Esq. (Barb) was born in Denver, Colorado on December 23, 1954, to Margaret (Gannon) and John (Jack) Duff. Barb peacefully passed away in Centennial, Colorado on October 26, 2024. Barb is survived by her mother Margaret of Centennial, CO; sisters Liddy (Alan Erpelding) of Lakewood, CO and Susan of Centennial, CO; Aunt Sue Gannon of Wheat Ridge,...
Victoria Janett Witten
Oct 26, 2024
It’s with our deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Victoria Janett Witten “Tori”. She was a loving mother, cherished daughter, sister, niece, and friend, who left us too soon but will be remembered forever by all who knew her.
Tori was born to Jo “Reesie” Roland and Christopher Witten, and is survived by her dad, James...
Thomas Joseph Pieters
Oct 26, 2024
Thomas Joseph Pieters, of Brighton, Colorado, died on October 26th, 2024 after a strong, and courageous battle with cancer. He was 75 years young. Tom was born on July 15, 1949 in Denver, Colorado to Joseph and Leona Pieters.
Tom was a Navy Veteran, serving three tours of duty during the Vietnam War. His service to his country and nation was...
Richard Dean Baker
Oct 25, 2024
Dick Baker, 74, of Castle Pines, Colorado passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack on October 25, 2024.
Dick was born in Sioux City, Iowa on June 27, 1950, to Samuel and Marion Baker. After high school, he joined the Air Force and is a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in Southeast Asia. He then attended Iowa State University and...
Dr. Joel B. Gonzales
Oct 25, 2024
When the spotlight goes cold, and the curtains come down
The chairs are all stacked, and there's no one around
And nobody's paying, we'll still be playing
I don't wanna be a one man band
I don't wanna be a rolling stone alone. – Old Dominion
Dr. Joel B. Gonzales passed away suddenly and all too soon at age 58 on Friday, October 25, 2024...
Marion J. Vanderbilt
Oct 25, 2024
Marion J. Vanderbilt was born on September 20, 1934 in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania to Peter & Mary. She was the beloved wife to Samuel Vanderbilt for 63 years. Marion and Sam had 3 children. She is preceded in death by her parents Peter & Mary and her sister Marjorie Anne.
Marion is survived by her sister Marlene (Patti) and her brother Peter...
Nicole Genevieve Obregon
Oct 25, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Nicole Genevieve Obregon, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who passed away peacefully at the age of 89 in Centennial, Colorado on October 25, 2024. Nicole was born on October 9, 1935, in Paris, France, and lived a life marked by both personal and professional achievements that touched many.
Nicole's...
Joan Kraeft
Oct 25, 2024
Joan Kraeft passed away on October 25, 2024. She had a welcoming, generous, and loving spirit that touched all of those who were fortunate enough to cross her path.
Joan was born in Staten Island, New York, October 29th 1931, to Raymond and Lucille Doyle. Her siblings consisted of 3 sisters- Mary, Julie and Lucille, who have preceded her in death,...
Mark Alan Stephens
Oct 25, 2024
Mark A. Stephens passed away peacefully at home on October 25, 2024. Born in Denver, CO, on March 16, 1958, to Charles and Toddy Stephens, Mark grew up in a warm and loving household alongside his siblings, Brad and StevAnne. Just blocks away from his childhood home lived his high school sweetheart and love of his life, Annette Ruybal. They...
Garry Thomas Williams
Oct 25, 2024
Garry Thomas Williams went to be with our Lord on October 25, 2024. He was so concerned he would not be able to celebrate his 78th birthday on October 22, 2024, but he fought hard and did indeed make it to October 25, 2024. Garry was born on October 22, 1946, to Thomas and Wanda Williams in Denver, Colorado, who...
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