Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Marilyn J. Mingee
Oct 21, 2017
Marilyn Jean Mingee, 90, passed away October 21, 2017 in Aurora, Colorado. She was born September 12, 1927 in Rockford, Illinois to Carl Gustav and Mabel Irene Meyer Schacht. Marilyn grew up in Rockford, attended DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, and graduated with a degree in Sociology. She was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority. Marilyn did not...
Alice K. Bakemeier
Oct 21, 2017
Alice Millet Bakemeier, 93, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2017, in Denver. Born to Edward Joslin and Lillian Williamson Kingsbury of Kenne, NH, she graduated from the Madeira School, Smith College where she was president of the Flying Club and Columbia College of Nursing. She moved to Denver as a young nurse in 1948 and worked at Children's Hospital....
Kenneth Ray Engelmann
Oct 21, 2017
Kenneth R. Engelmann, 47, of Denver, passed away on October 21, 2017 surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on July 14, 1970 he is the son of Richard and Janice Engelmann of New York. Kenneth loved to work. He was a roofer, and repaired roofs all over the United States. When an area was damaged from a storm,...
Virginia Kane
Oct 21, 2017
Virginia (Jean) Kane, 76 passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 21, 2017. Born on November 15, 1940 in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Catherine Gaughan. Jean was dearly loved by her husband of 54 years Thomas; son Tom, Jr.; daughter Christine Long (Barry); son Kevin (Nikki); son Peter (Sandy); sister Mame Forberg;...
Maria Annette Chavez
Oct 20, 2017
Maria Annette Chavez, 42, of Aurora passed away unexpectedly on October 20, 2017. Born on February 9, 1975 she is the daughter of Nancy Carter, and the late Marion Carter. Maria married Juan Chavez on March 9th 2007, and together they shared 9 wonderful years of marriage. Maria worked as a Pharmacy Technician for the VA Hospital. She loved her...
Terri Colburn
Oct 20, 2017
Mary Frances “Terri†Kemme Colburn passed into God’s arms on October 20, 2017. Born to Frederick and Sarah Kemme on February 2, 1930 in Denver, Colorado, Terri was an avid swimmer, skier, gardener and devotee of the visual and performing arts, known for her amazing energy and deep love of animals. Terri graduated from St. Mary’s Academy High School, attended...
James D. McKenna
Oct 20, 2017
Jim McKenna, 75 years old, passed away Oct. 20, 2017. He was born September 28, 1942 in Long Branch, New Jersey. Jim is survived by his wife Loyeen and children; Brian McKenna (wife Brenda), Molly Essmeier (husband Greg), Michael McKenna (wife Monique), James McKenna, and Shannon McKenna. Grandchildren; Morgan McKenna, Bridget McKenna, Brooke McKenna, Maya Essmeier, and Lela Essmeier. Siblings...
Vernon K. Duke
Oct 19, 2017
Vernon Duke, 99, passed away October 19, 2017, at his home. Preceded in death by one grandson. Father of Gary Duke, Lynda Duke, and Debi Duke. Also survived by three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral service Monday, October 30, 1pm, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 S. Wadsworth Blvd. Military honors will follow at Fort Logan National Cemetery. In...
Larry Kent Graham
Oct 19, 2017
The Rev. Dr. Larry Kent Graham died at home Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017 after an 18-month battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 75. Larry was born January 8, 1942 in Los Angeles, Calif., to Leon Howard Graham and Kathleen Sandlin Graham. A Professor Emeritus of Pastoral Theology and Care at Iliff School of Theology, Dr. Graham was a leader in...
Bailey Rose Irwin
Oct 19, 2017
An intelligent, loving, hardworking, thoughtful and beautiful young woman, whose life has ended too soon, whose full potential will never be realized, but whose smile could light up a room. Bailey was a true gift to the world, but left before the world was able to see all that she had to offer. Bailey was born on April 8th, 1990...
Donra E. Stark
Oct 19, 2017
Donra E. Stark, 68, passed away October 19, 2017, at her home with her husband, David Stark by her side. Survived by her husband, her two beloved sons, Ted and Tim, and three cherished grandchildren, Quentin, Valkyrie, and Colby. A Colorado native, she attended East High School in Denver and received her degree in English Literature from the University of...
Amy Louise Davenport
Oct 19, 2017
Amy Louise Davenport passed away on October 19, 2017. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 12:00pm at the Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 1091 South Colorado Boulevard, Denver Colorado. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Project Angelheart, 4950 Washington Street, Denver, CO 80216 or the Dragonfly Foundation, 9275 Governors Way,...
Cherie Ann LaBelle
Oct 18, 2017
A Memorial Service will be held for Cherie on Friday, October 27, 2017 at Stone House Park 2900 S. Estes Street in Lakewood, CO at 11:30 AM. In Lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to the Denver Zoo's ""For the Love of Elephants: https://campaigns.communityfunded.com/projects/vscofielddenverzoo-org/denver-zoo-for-the-love-of-elephants/ Please share your condolences with her family by singing the guestbook below.
Janice Beethe
Oct 18, 2017
Janice Beethe February 12, 1937-October 18, 2017 Survived by daughters Shelly (Jim) Powers, Brenda Varnadore; grandchildren Christopher (Brianna) Varnadore, Stephanie Powers, Brian Varnadore, Tiffanie Powers; seven great-grandchildren; brother Don (Betty Jo) Seedorf; sister-in-law Alice Seedorf. Preceded in death by husband Omer; son Kelly; son-in-law Steve Varnadore; brother Carroll Seedorf. Memorial Service Tuesday, 10/31/17, 12:00 PM, Horan & McConaty, 3101 S....
Robert John Marques
Oct 17, 2017
Bob, 57, of Aurora, Colorado, passed on October 17, 2017. He was born on January 1, 1960 in Amarillo, Texas to his parents, Gilberta Maria Botelho Moniz and the late Abilio Silva Marques. He is survived by his sisters, Diane Marie (Brent) Marques Felker, Jean Emily (Robert) Marques Martin, and Debra Ann (Garrick) Marques Schenck; nephew, Austin Samuel Ryan Felker;...
Claire A. Andres
Oct 17, 2017
Claire A. Andres of Westminster, Colorado passed away on October 18, 2017 at the age of 81. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, Claire lived in Westminster, Colorado since 1977. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, George; daughter, Anne-Marie (Theo Junge). She is preceded in death by her son, Todd. A Visitation will be held on Friday, October 27,...
Ronald Sander
Oct 17, 2017
Ronald D. Sander, 85, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2017, at his home in Denver, CO. He remained clear of mind and full of life until his peaceful end. His unique spirit and wry sense of humor will be sorely missed by friends and family. Born to Hugh and Susan (Bonnie) Sander in Des Moines, IA, Ron graduated from the...
George Casto Pinkerton
Oct 17, 2017
George Pinkerton, 85, of Aurora, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2017. He is preceded in death by his twin brother, John. George is survived by his beloved wife of 19 years, Maria; a son, Scott; 2 stepchildren; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren & one brother, Rolffs. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, 1 pm, Horan & McConaty Family...
Marta Phipps Talman
Oct 17, 2017
Marta, Mom, Nana, Yaya, and Turtle—all the names this amazing, wonderful woman was called. Marta was preceded in death by her parents; Janet and Gerald Phipps of Denver and her sister; Sandra Dennehy of Cherry Hills Village. She leaves behind her loving daughter and son in law, Ben and Vicki Owens of Englewood and her 5 beautiful grandchildren: Andrew, Burgandi,...
Patricia Ann Janasiak
Oct 17, 2017
Patricia Ann Janasiak, age 63, of Aurora, CO, passed peacefully in her sleep on October 18th, 2017 after a rapid progression of recently diagnosed ALS. Patricia is preceded in death by her parents Eugene and Katherine Janasiak of Michigan City, IN. She is survived by her sister Susan Jensen of Colorado, her brother John Janasiak of Michigan, sister Marianne (John)...
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