Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Oba David Johnson III
Sep 4, 2024
Oba “David” Johnson III, age 74, passed away September 4, 2024 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Denver, CO. David was born December 28, 1949 in Port Huron, MI son of Oba David Johnson II and Theone Bonnie Bell Hope. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kay Johnson; sons Aaron (Sarah) and Adam (Shannon) Johnson; four grandchildren, Quinn, Carver,...
Lupe Lehman
Sep 3, 2024
Lupe Lopez Lehman, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Lupe was born on September 7, 1946, in Las Vegas, NM, to the late Antonio and Dolores Lopez, the sixth of eleven children. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters Connie Lopez Martin and Rosalie Lopez Maestas; and brothers Richard and Anthony.
Lupe attended...
Linda Wilson
Sep 3, 2024
Linda Wilson, age 74, passed away peacefully at home in Aurora, Colorado on September 3, 2024. She was a graduate of Aurora Central High School. Linda lived a fulfilling life as a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend. She enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and her dogs. She especially loved going to the mountains for a weekend of...
Joyce B. Canterbury
Sep 3, 2024
Joyce B., a beloved wife, mother, and sister, passed peacefully on September 3, in Lakewood, Colorado, at the age of 76. Born on December 17, 1947, in Illinois, Joyce was a remarkable individual whose warmth and positivity touched the lives of everyone she met.
A dedicated lifelong learner, Joyce earned two master's degrees throughout her academic journey. Her commitment to education...
Hildegard Margaret White
Sep 3, 2024
Hildegard Margaret White (née Rotter), always eager for a new adventure, embarked on her final journey on September 3, 2024. She is survived by her four children, Terry Brandl, Mary Cook, Shari Cushman, James White, their spouses, her eleven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Born in Ostrov, Czechoslovakia on July 15, 1932, Hildegard’s early childhood was witness to the German Occupation of...
Margaret Mary Kauffmann
Sep 3, 2024
When one learns of their love language, it becomes a part of them. Margaret Mary Kauffmann’s love language was showing others, through thoughtful actions and affection, how much she loved them. Whether she offered to run out and grab last minute details for a party, support her friends through tough times, or simply offer to get up and make a...
Lucy Heltmach
Sep 1, 2024
Lucy Heltmach, 94, beloved wife, extraordinary mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away on September 1, 2024 with her three daughters, Julie, Lorie and Connie, by her side. Lucy is now reunited with her husband of 60 years, John (whom we lost in 2014), and her eldest daughter, Chris (whom we lost in 2008).
Prior to meeting her husband, Lucy graduated...
A. Bryan Macek
Sep 1, 2024
A. Bryan Macek, 59, of Centennial, Colorado passed away September 1, 2024 after a brief battle with liver cancer. He was born May 18, 1965 in Berea, Ohio, and is preceded in death by his parents, Albert J. Macek and Donna C. (Boughamer) Macek. He is survived by his wife, Andrea Kintigh Macek (Centennial, CO), son, Mark Macek (Centennial, CO)...
Leahbeth Hitchcock Barnard
Aug 31, 2024
Leahbeth Hitchcock Barnard, 98, of Lone Tree, CO, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2024, surrounded by family.
Leahbeth was born on April 8,1926 to Lee and Edna (Howells) Hitchcock in Pueblo, CO, the 4th of seven Hitchcock children. After graduating from Pueblo Central High School in 1942, she went on to earn her bachelor’s in English literature graduating June 15,...
Howard Daniel Dunn
Aug 31, 2024
Howard Daniel Dunn of Aurora, CO, passed away after a fall the last week of August.
He is lovingly remembered by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
Howard was born in Rockford, Illinois, to John and Ora Dunn. He lived in Rockford until he and his wife, Charlotte, moved to Colorado in 2015.
He loved trains, planes, automobiles, fire trucks, and...
Douglas Joe Slominski
Aug 31, 2024
Douglas Joe Slominski, 67, of Denver, Colorado, passed away after a short illness on August 31, 2024.
Doug was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota to Daniel F. and Doloris Slominski on June 6, 1957.
Doug is survived by his mother, Doloris of Mesa, AZ; sisters, Dawn (Ralph) Applegren, DeLaine Kuehnel and Debe (Glen) Umbaugh; his brother, David (Theresa) Slominski, and many...
Cecelia Marguerite Smile
Aug 30, 2024
Cecelia Marguerite Smile, May 1, 1946 – August 30, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cecelia Marguerite Smile on August 30, 2024 at the age of 78. Cecelia was born in Kingston, Jamaica and spent her formative years surrounded by her brothers and sisters on their family’s chicken farm.
Cecelia lived a vibrant life and her...
Connie Mae Hohn
Aug 30, 2024
Connie Mae Hohn, age 73, passed away suddenly on August 30, 2024 in Arvada, CO. She was born February 10th, 1951 in Waterloo, Iowa and was the eldest daughter of Eldon and Phyllis Stevenson. She graduated from Columbus High School and received her degree in Medical Administration from Everest College in 2012 where she made the Dean's List. As a...
Samira Abdallah Nasser
Aug 30, 2024
Samira Abdallah Nasser, 89, of Denver, Colorado, passed away on August 30, 2024.
Samira was born on May 7, 1935 to Abdallah Hage Ali and Nahed Jaber in Beirut, Lebanon, the third youngest of seven children. Samira enjoyed a happy childhood with her family. She attended the American School for Girls in Beirut, Lebanon. She married her husband, Hikmat Nasser, at...
Melanie Grace Emanuel
2024
Melanie Grace Emanuel, aged 52, passed away suddenly on August 30, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. Born on July 25, 1972, Melanie was known for her vibrant spirit and a profound love for the outdoors, especially fishing in Colorado's scenic lakes. She was deeply passionate about animal welfare, a cause close to her heart throughout her life.
Melanie's educational journey was marked...
Margaret J. Robinson
Aug 30, 2024
Margaret J. Robinson, 91, passed peacefully surrounded by her daughters on Friday, August 30, 2024 in Broomfield, CO.
Born Margaret Josephine Wienke on January 11, 1933 in Logan, KS. She grew up in Golden, CO with her parents Ralph and Elizabeth Miller. She graduated from Cathedral High School in 1951 and then continued her education at St. Anthony’s in Denver, CO...
Geraldine Marie Parsons
Aug 30, 2024
Geraldine Marie (Beaver) Parsons was born on December 9, 1946, in Denver, Colorado to Bernard Edward and Rena Maude Beaver.
Gerri attended grade school at Cathedral and graduated from high school at George Washington, class of 1964.
Gerri worked as an office manager and accountant for many years and retired from Teamsters Local 961.
She enjoyed various arts and crafts including sewing, crocheting,...
John R. Hare
Aug 29, 2024
John “Jack” R. Hare of Aurora, CO passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
Jack was born on May 10, 1944 in Galesburg, IL to Lyle and Lillian (Nemeth) Hare. He graduated from Galesburg High School in 1962 and joined the Air Force shortly after. He was stationed at Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, TX and honorably...
Brian Arnold Frank
Aug 29, 2024
Brian Arnold Frank, age 59, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Brian’s life was a testament to resilience and gratitude. He faced challenges with humor and wit, always finding something to be thankful for.
Brian is survived by his mother, Donna; his sisters, Laurie Frank, Lynette (Paul) Gottler, Brenda (Rex) Kohart, and Wendy (Mark) Hawkins; his...
Adrian F. Nagle
Aug 29, 2024
Adrian F. Nagle, III, born Aug. 9th, 1940, passed away at home with his family by his side Aug. 29, 2024. He was born in Grove City, PA. Adrian lived an abundant and fulfilling life dedicated to family as he lived his life through three important tenets: Christian faith and family, hard work, and good education. He attended Lincoln Jr....
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