Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Stephen Howard Johnson
Sep 8, 2025
Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Steve lived a life full of quiet strength, kindness, and unwavering love for his family. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, carrying with him a spirit of courage and commitment that he passed down to his children and grandchildren.
He married the love of his life, Debbie. Married for...
Linda Joann Lucero
Sep 8, 2025
Linda J. Lucero, beloved sister and aunt, passed away from natural causes on September 8, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. She was born on April 7, 1949, in Denver to the late Phillip and Mary (Casias) Lucero.
Linda grew up on Denver’s East Side and attended Annunciation Grade School before graduating from Annunciation High School in 1967. After graduation, she began her...
Marlene Anne Kenny
Sep 8, 2025
We are celebrating the long and wonderful life of Marlene Kenny.
She was a very loving and special mom, grandma, great-grandma and friend. She passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8th, 2025. She is in heaven with her beloved husband of 60 years, Don.
We hope you will be able to join us as we celebrate her life, and all that she...
Robert M. Adkinson
Sep 8, 2025
- We Remember Them -
At the rising sun and at its going down; We remember them.
At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter; We remember them.
At the opening of the buds and in the rebirth of spring; We remember them.
At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of summer; We remember them.
At the rustling...
Marilyn L. Mesch
Sep 7, 2025
Born on February 7, 1936, in New London, Ohio, Marilyn grew up on her family's farm with parents Charles and Eleanor Frank, and younger sister Beverly, all of whom preceded her in death. Marilyn was also preceded in death by her husbands, Howard "Bud" Davis and John A. Mesch.
She is survived by her devoted family of three sons: Roger, Greg...
Alejandro Candelario Acosta Sotelo
Sep 6, 2025
"So come with me, where dreams are born, and time is Never planned" - Peter Pan
Our charming Alejandro left us on his ride to Heaven.
Alejandro Candelario Acosta Sotelo was born on March 16, 2003 and went for a ride on September 6, 2025.
He was a determined, successful, amazing, loving, adventurous, and caring young man.
His legacy will be continued by his...
James Mace Coughlin
Sep 5, 2025
James Mace Coughlin passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his wife and three children.
Born and raised in Denver, Jim led the family business with dedication while devoting himself to faith, family, and community. He was a proud graduate of Blessed Sacrament, Regis High School, and Notre Dame University, sustaining lifelong friendships from each. He also gave generously of...
Gary Ernest Fischer
Sep 5, 2025
Gary Ernest Fischer—devoted husband, proud father and grandfather, loyal friend, and unforgettable spirit—passed away on September 5, 2025, at the age of 79. Born November 10, 1945, Gary embraced his life with an energy and enthusiasm that was impossible to miss. His motto, “work hard, play hard,” wasn’t just a saying; it was the way he lived, and everyone who...
Levell Thomas Campbell
Sep 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Levell Thomas “Tom” Campbell
December 31, 1932 – September 5, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Levell Thomas Campbell—known affectionately as Tom or Val—on Friday, September 5, 2025, in Westminster, Colorado. He was 92 years old and passed away from complications related to his decades-long battle with bladder cancer.
Born in Koosharem, Utah, Tom was...
Mary Lou Angelina DeLeo Matz
Sep 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Lou Angelina DeLeo Matz, age 91, on September 5, 2025. Mary Lou was born on December 5, 1933,in Denver, Colorado.
Mary Lou is survived by her beloved daughter, Trestina Deanna Matz Tyson, son-in-law Troy Tyson, and her cherished grandchildren, Hunter, Dane, and Tyler. She was preceded in death...
Sharon Ray Binder
Sep 5, 2025
Sharon Ray Binder
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Sharon Ray Binder, on September 5th, 2025, at the age of 79. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family after a brief fight with cancer.
Sharon was born in Beeville, Texas on November 24, 1945, to Mary Katherine Simmons and Carl J. Ray Jr. They moved to the Denver...
Dennis James Nielsen
Sep 5, 2025
With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Dennis James Nielsen—known to most simply as “Jim”—on the evening of Friday, September 5, 2025, in his hometown of Denver, Colorado. He was 75 years old.
Jim was born on September 26, 1949, in Denver to Leonard Goodman Nielsen and Mary Louise Nielsen. He...
Ralph Paul Freehling
Sep 5, 2025
Ralph Paul Freehling, age 77, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, September 5, 2025, after 28 years of battling with heart and vascular disease. He was surrounded by family and friends.
Ralph was born on August 20, 1948, at Mercy Hospital in Denver, Colorado, to Evelyn (Makowski) and Peter Freehling. He proudly served his country by...
Dolores Elaine Thorpe
Sep 4, 2025
Dolores Elaine (Nelson) Thorpe—renamed Dee Dee by her grandchildren—was born June 13, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away peacefully at home September 4, 2025 ensconced in her favorite hymns and surrounded by family who loved her deeply and are having a hard time imagining the world without her.
Her husband Donald Elving Thorpe, (renamed Don Don by those same grandchildren),...
Mary Jo Elston
Sep 4, 2025
Hearts full of sorrow, yet grateful for her long and full life, we are saddened to announce the passing of our matriarch, Mary Jo Knickerbocker Elston, on September 4, 2025. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. She was born on March 5, 1929, in Dawson, Nebraska, to the late Harlan Cole Knickerbocker and Maedean Lenore...
Giacomo A Meschia
Sep 4, 2025
"It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Giacomo Meschia, who left us peacefully at the age of 99 years on Thursday, September 4, 2025. He fought valiantly against heart disease, macular degeneration, and Parkinson disease. Born in Milan, Italy, Dr. Meschia was the son of an innovative engineer who designed one of the first espresso...
Arthur Crocfer
Sep 4, 2025
Arthur (Art) Roy Crocfer was born to Robert and Jeanette Crocfer on August 27th, 1940 and passed away peacefully on September 4th, 2025 at the Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital in Brighton CO surrounded by loved ones. Art was 85 years old. He was preceded in death by his son Robert Crocfer, and he is survived by his sons and...
Beverly (Wear) Statter
Sep 2, 2025
Beverly (Wear) Statter, devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on September 2, 2025, in Larkspur, Colorado at the age of 89. She was the beloved wife of the late Edward “Ed” Statter (1934–2020); together they shared 66 years of marriage.
Beverly was born October 31, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri to Elmo Gordon Wear and Dorothy (Smith) Wear. Shortly after...
Nancy Carrizales
Sep 2, 2025
Nancy Carrizales, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully from natural causes on September 2, 2025, at home surrounded by family at the age of 90.
Born on March 6, 1935, in Linn County, Oregon, and raised alongside her four brothers, Pete, Dave, Dale, and Butchie (1950-1954), Nancy lived a life with an adventurous spirit defined by compassion, determination,...
Larry Russell Majors
Sep 2, 2025
Larry Russell Majors passed away at his home on September 2nd 2025. He was 80 years old. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. America. He started in squadron maintenance before being promoted to plane captain for an F-4 Phantom. He served from 1966-1968. From 1969-1971 he was in the U.S. Navy reserves. Larry was...
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