Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Michael Bocko

Michael Bocko

Jan 11, 2025

Michael Bocko, 100, survived by his children, Edward (Jane) and Michael, grandson Aaron (Karyn), sister, Sophie Mihm, Sharon, PA, and brother, Edward (Nana), Myrtle Beach, SC. Preceded in death by his wife, Emily. Private Burial at Ft. Logan National Cemetery.

Eva Maria Martinez

Eva Maria Martinez

Jan 11, 2025

Eva Maria Martinez of Denver, Colorado passed away on January 11, 2025 at the age of 102.  Loving sister, aunt and friend.

A Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Monday, January 27, 2025 beginning at 10:30AM with the Funeral Mass to follow at 11:00AM both at All Saints Catholic Church, 2559 South Federal Boulevard, Denver, Colorado.  A reception will...

Donna Marie Turner

Donna Marie Turner

Jan 11, 2025

Donna Marie Turner, also known as Donna Lee. She was brought to us on November 25, 1952 and she joined her mother and father (Shirley and David Lee) on January 11, 2025. She was 72 years young.

As a Colorado native, she grew up in a loving household with her 3 siblings (Bobbee, Mary and Nancy). She enjoyed skiing, spending time...

Julie Ann Mauro

Julie Ann Mauro

Jan 10, 2025

“This is my beloved; this is my friend.”

Song of Solomon 5:16

Julie Ann Mauro, age 66, died with early-onset Alzheimer disease in memory care on January 10, 2025.

Julie was a graduate of St. Vincent de Paul School, St. Mary’s Academy, and the University of Colorado, where she earned the Bachelor of Nursing degree.

An obituary cannot begin to capture the brilliance of...

Jeff Wilkinson

Jeff Wilkinson

2025

Those who knew Jeff were blessed to have a selfless friend with a sharp humor that enriched every interaction. He was called home to guide and protect us from afar and will be deeply missed. 

Jeff was a born fixer who thrived when working on cars and in construction. His passion was helping those he cared about. His loyalty, industrious spirit,...

Marcia Griffin Voss

Marcia Griffin Voss

Jan 10, 2025

Marcia Griffin Voss, 74, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, at her home in Centennial, CO, surrounded by her family. Born March 4, 1950, to Carl and Suzanne Griffin in Buffalo, NY., she grew up in Hamburg, NY; Camp Hill, PA; and Long Beach, IN.

She graduated from Elston High School in 1968 and from Indiana University in 1972 with...

Laurie Monet Theard

Laurie Monet Theard

Jan 10, 2025

Laurie Monet Theard of Aurora, Colorado, left this earth on January 10, 2025 at 1:21 a.m., at the age of 59.

Laurie was the youngest of four siblings born to Sidney Theard and Lilli Theard (Collins). She was born on May 6, 1965, at West Point Military Academy in the Keller Army Community Hospital in West Point, New York. Laurie was...

Sally A. Jensen

Sally A. Jensen

Jan 9, 2025

Sally Ann Jensen, 83, of Littleton, passed away Thursday January 9th at home.

She was born on February 16, 1941, in Denver Colorado, daughter of Otto and Theresa Watson. She married Donald Jensen on May 11, 1963. They met at Western State college.

Sally loved her family and hosting gatherings with family and friends, especially the 4th of July party and Christmas....

Charles Andrew Gilford Jr.

Charles Andrew Gilford Jr.

Jan 9, 2025

Charles Andrew Gilford, Jr. was born on Monday, June 7th, 1948, at Cincinnati General Hospital. On Thursday – January 9th, 2025, Charles transitioned from this life to be with the LORD! He was preceded in death by his parents Charles Andrew Gilford Sr., and Elsa Love, older sister Cheryl Harris and baby daughter, Angela Gilford.

As a young man, Charles attended...

Joyce Elaine Anson

Joyce Elaine Anson

Jan 9, 2025

Joyce Elaine Anson, 93, of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away January 9, 2025, at Julia Temple Healthcare Center after a short illness. Joyce was born in Goodland, Kansas on March 1, 1931. She is proceeded in death by her husband Richard L. Anson, father Louis Roosevelt Hebrew, mother Alice Hebrew, and brother Don Hebrew. 

She is survived by son, Richard Anson (wife...

Sara Grace Marin

Sara Grace Marin

Jan 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce that on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, God called Sara Grace (Rael) Marin home.

Grace passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving husband Phil and daughters, Gina, Toni, and Felicia.

Born on October 16th, 1945, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Antonio Rael and Secundina “Nina” Rael. She had cherished memories of living in...

George Thomas Jones

George Thomas Jones

Jan 8, 2025

George Thomas Jones, age 91, of Parker, Colorado, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. A service with Military Honors will be held on, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:30am at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd. Denver, CO 80236. Please meet at Staging Area B at 10:15am.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to...

June Gunter

June Gunter

Jan 8, 2025

June Gunter, born on January 31, 1936, in Seibert, Colorado, to Harold (Dutch) and Meda Scheidegger, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025, in Parker, Colorado, at the age of 88. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Jim, son Doug, and parents Harold (Dutch) and Meda. She is survived by her son Scott (Natalie), sister Cheryl, grandchildren Joshua, Aaron,...

Edward Wayne “Buzz” Morrison

Edward Wayne “Buzz” Morrison

Jan 8, 2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of our dearly loved father, Edward “Buzz” Morrison. Buzz passed in the comfort of his home in Littleton, Colorado on January 8, 2025, at 85 years old.

 Buzz was born on April 28, 1939, in Salida, Colorado to John and Pauline (Kochman) Morrison. He was their second child, preceded by his brother, Norman, and...

Caroline Patience Ensminger Barcafer

Caroline Patience Ensminger Barcafer

Jan 7, 2025

Caroline Patience Ensminger Barcafer, known affectionately as Pat, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 7th, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on February 23rd, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, and spent her early years in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, before moving to Prairie Village, Kansas. Pat graduated from Shawnee Mission High School in 1952 and went on...

James Marcus Jensen

James Marcus Jensen

Jan 7, 2025

James Marcus Jensen, Passed away at the age of 91 on Tuesday, January 7th of 2025.  

Jim was born on March 2nd of 1933 in the city of Holdrege, Nebraska.

At the age of 18 Jim joined the military and served his country from the year 1950 to 1952.

After his time in the military, Jim then decided to open up his...

Ruth Mary Tancik

Ruth Mary Tancik

Jan 7, 2025

Ruth Mary Tancik, 91, of Lakewood, passed away January 7, 2025. She is survived by her loving husband, Louis and children, Linda and David. Rosary will be held Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 9:30am followed immediately by Funeral Mass at 10am, Notre Dame Catholic Church, 2190 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver. Committal will follow at 11:30am at Fort Logan National Cemetery,...

Penelope "Penny" Collord

Penelope "Penny" Collord

Jan 6, 2025

Penelope K. Collord of Denver, Colorado passed away peacefully on January 6th, 2025. 

Penelope (Penny) was born to Lucy and Woody in Kansas City, Missouri on June 18th, 1947. She had two children, Mark and Tracy, with her first husband, Joseph, whom she met in High School. 

She received her Bachelors degree from Metropolitan State College in Denver, with a degree in...

James Clark Tanner

James Clark Tanner

Jan 6, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Clark Tanner—a man whose warmth, kindness, and integrity touched countless lives. On January 6, 2025, Jim left this world, leaving behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and an enduring example of grace in the face of life’s challenges.

Born in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 9, 1948, Jim grew up...