Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Kathryn  ""Katy"" Griffith

Kathryn ""Katy"" Griffith

Sep 8, 2016

In the early morning hours of September 8, Katy, age 65, of Highlands Ranch passed away peacefully at The Denver Hospice. She was born and raised in North Platte, NE before heading west where she enjoyed 40+ years in Colorado. Katy was a loving and dedicated daughter, sister, and friend. She enjoyed an active lifestyle in Colorado, trying at least...

Sharon K. ""Berglund"" King

Sharon K. ""Berglund"" King

Sep 8, 2016

Sharon Berglund King, 73, of Littleton, CO, passed away Thursday Sept. 8 at Swedish Medical Center from complications of chemotherapy. Sharon was born August 17, 1943 to Adelia (Mickey) Weixel Berglund and Bernard T. Berglund in Minneapolis, MN formerly of Enderlin, ND. She graduated from Enderlin High School, Enderlin, ND in 1961 Valedictorian of her class and went on to...

Thomas  Edward Zimmerman

Thomas Edward Zimmerman

Sep 7, 2016

Thomas ""Tom"" Edward Zimmerman passed away September 7, 2016. He was born January 7, 1947, in Jacksonville, Florida, and is preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Lucy Zimmerman. Tom is survived by his wife, Marie Ciufo Zimmerman, of Centennial; children Jennifer Zimmerman Chamberlain (Dean) of Cary, NC and T. Ed Zimmerman, Jr of Greensboro, NC; grandchildren Caitlin and...

Lillian  Mae Lindsay

Lillian Mae Lindsay

Sep 7, 2016

Lillian Mae Lindsay passed away on September 7, 2016. Lillian is survived by her loving family, children Jeff Lindsay, Sheila Wickstrom, David Lindsay, Randy Lindsay, & Bette Cole; grandchildren Sarah Lindsay, Shane Lindsay, Colleen Cole Eichelberger, Jason Cole, Steve Lindsay, & Ginger Lindsay Ajian; numerous great grandchildren; and her sister Helen Jean Covert Bettac. Lillian was preceded in death by...

Mary  Pat Ripperton

Mary Pat Ripperton

Sep 7, 2016

Mary Pat Ripperton, 86, of Lakewood, Colorado passed away September 7, 2016. She was born in Letts, Iowa on October 13, 1929. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 16, 2016 at Ten O'Clock in the morning at: Meridian Lakewood 1805 S. Balsam St. Lakewood CO 80232 Please leave memories and share condolences with the family by signing...

Charlotte  Green Pote

Charlotte Green Pote

Sep 6, 2016

Charlotte, 86, of Denver, passed into eternal life on September 6, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Hugh, 4 children 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held in Charlotte's memory on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 11:30AM at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 2201 Dexter St, Denver, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, please...

James  ""Jim"" Busler

James ""Jim"" Busler

Sep 6, 2016

Jim Busler, 48, of Denver, Colorado passed away September 6, 2016. Jim is survived by his wife, Toni; children, Madi, Doug, and Aericka; and grandchildren, Mikel, Lacey, Ayerlynn, and Brittlynn. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 10:30 A.M. at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 5303 East County Line Road, Centennial. Please share memories of...

Holly  Emrick Meyer

Holly Emrick Meyer

Sep 6, 2016

Holly Emrick Meyer passed away peacefully surrounded by her children at The Denver Hospice on September 6, 2016. Holly was preceded in death by her son, Dave; her first husband, Jack Emrick; and her second husband, Bob Meyer. She is survived by her sons, Jack (Jann), Thom (Sherri), Ken (Kristin); daughter Holly (Tiger); grandchildren: Kevin, Matt, Stine, and Toril. A...

Martha  L. Adams

Martha L. Adams

Sep 6, 2016

Martha L. Adams, 87, of Lakewood, Colorado, died September 6, 2016 at Villa Manor Care Center. She had struggled many years with various illnesses, the last being Parkinson's Disease. Martha was born on February 24, 1929, to Frank Edward and Olive Lela Johnson Stevens. Martha was the fourth child out of 10 siblings and the oldest daughter. After Martha's birth,...

James  Allen Blaine,  Jr.

James Allen Blaine, Jr.

Sep 6, 2016

James Allen Blaine, Jr., passed away September 6, 2016 at the age of 55. He was born September 18, 1950 to James A. Blaine, Sr. and Delores Y. Harrison in San Francisco, California. Full obituary is currently pending. A visitation will take place on Thursday, September 15, 2016 from 5:00 until 7:00 in the evening at Horan & McConaty Heartlight...

Bryan  Travis Vejvoda

Bryan Travis Vejvoda

Sep 6, 2016

Bryan was the cherished and loving Son of Karl and Renee Vejvoda, Brother of Emilie Cunnane, Brother-in-law of Kevin Cunnane, Grandson of Ed and Mary Ellen Vejvoda and Ron and Rowene Evers, and Boyfriend of Britney Simonson. Bryan was a graduate from the Lincoln College of Technology's Auto Mechanic Program. His passion in life was being a mechanic and working...

George  J. Francis

George J. Francis

Sep 6, 2016

George J. Francis of Denver, Colorado and Phoenix, Arizona left this life in the late morning hours of September 6, 2016. He is survived by Helga Heidecker, sons Steven G. Francis, Nicholas A. (Margaret) Francis, Thomas G. Francis, ten grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife Frances DeLost, brothers Sam Francis and Gus Francis, and sister...

Brett  Douglas Becker

Brett Douglas Becker

Sep 5, 2016

Brett Douglas Becker of Denver died unexpectedly on the morning of September 5, 2016. Brett was born in Littleton on September 8, 1990. He grew up in Jefferson County, attended Jeffco schools, and graduated from Heritage High School in 2009, with highest honors. He graduated from the University of Denver Daniels College of Business in 2013 with degrees in marketing...

Kathy  Marie Rice

Kathy Marie Rice

Sep 5, 2016

Kathy Marie Rice born Dec. 30th, 1954 was unexpectedly taken from family and friends Sept. 5th, 2016. Kathy graduated from Golden High School in 1973 living life to the fullest in Colorado with Family and friends. Kathy is survived by her Mother Shirley Ashlock, Sister Terri Parker, with many nieces/nephews. Kathy was surrounded by loving family members' at her untimely...

Jack  Merwin Richards

Jack Merwin Richards

Sep 5, 2016

Jack Merwin Richards, a father, grandfather and great grandfather, and retired chemical engineer was called to heaven on September 5, 2016 at the age of 83 in Denver, Colorado. Jack was born in Lamar, Colorado on February 23, 1933 to Helen and Elmer Richards. Jack's dad, Elmer raised chinchillas and was also a coin collector who created different furniture with...

Laura  Jean Kasuba

Laura Jean Kasuba

Sep 5, 2016

Laura J Kasuba was born on August 11, 1966, in Chilton, Wisconsin to Kenneth and Jean (Zanto) Weber. Laura spent her childhood in Watertown, Wisconsin. She attended Dr. Martin Luther College in New Ulm, Minnesota receiving a Bachelors Degree in Education. Laura moved to the Washington D.C. area, where she eventually trained for computer programming. Laura met her husband David...

Jared  James Carlson

Jared James Carlson

Sep 5, 2016

Jared James Carlson, age 27, of Thornton, CO, passed away on Monday, September 5, 2016. Born on August 7, 1989 in Miles City, MT, to Kimberly Sue Carlton, Jared is survived by his wife, Victoria; children, Ariel (5), and Aiden (1); parents, Jeff and Kim Oldaker; siblings, Bryce Carlson, Josephine Oldaker, and Jamison Oldaker; grandparents, Claude and Claudia Carlson. He...

Jean  Marie Hall

Jean Marie Hall

Sep 4, 2016

Jean M. Hall, 93, of Denver, CO, passed away on September 4th. Jean is preceded in death by her Husband, Byron Buckley Hall Sr., and her Daughter Dana Kathleen Hall. Jean is Survived by Son Buck (Kristi) Hall Jr., Daughter Linda (Larry) Steinberger; and Grandchildren Kim and Kyle Steinberger. Jean Graduated from East High School, and further attended Colorado College...

Donald  Lee Allen

Donald Lee Allen

Sep 4, 2016

Donald Lee Allen, age 75, passed away September 4, 2016. He was a Veteran, scholar, educator, storyteller, and beloved husband, father, and brother. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Anthony Allen and Frances Louise Allen. He is survived by his wife, Alix Ann (Hiltbrand) Allen, his son, Joshua Allen, his daughter-in-law, Mia Allen, his daughter, Molly Allen...

John  F. Gishpert

John F. Gishpert

Sep 4, 2016

John F. Gishpert of Denver died on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016 in Wheat Ridge, CO. He was 86 years old. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016 at 7:00 PM, Horan & McConaty, 3101 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80227. Funeral Mass Friday, Sept. 9, 2016, 10:30 AM, Notre Dame Catholic Church, 2190 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO...