Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Margaret L. Hoehler
Jul 25, 2025
Margaret L. Hoehler, age 89, of Littleton, CO died peacefully on July 25, 2025. Margaret was born Margaret McGarry in Clearfield County, PA to Phillip and Minnie McGarry. Margaret grew up in Curwensville, PA. After graduating from High School Margaret moved to Linden, NJ for a job opportunity. While living and working in New Jersey, Margaret met John A. Hoehler....
Hendrika Bestebreurtje Cantwell
Jul 24, 2025
Hendrika Bestebreurtje Cantwell died on July 24, 2025 after 100 years of giving this life her all.
She was a pioneering pediatrician and educator who taught hundreds of professionals how to better protect vulnerable children as an expert in the prevention and treatment of child abuse. Dr. Cantwell worked for Denver Health and Hospitals starting in 1955, and beginning in 1975...
Alma Roberts
Jul 24, 2025
Alma Roberts, a woman whose joyful spirit and faithful heart touched everyone she met, passed away peacefully at her home in Henderson, Colorado, on July 24, 2025. She was 101 years old.
Born at home, February 10, 1924, in Windsor, Colorado, Alma was the fourth of six children to Alexander and Katherine (Stoll) Oblander. Her parents were Volga German farmers who...
Gary E. Mazingo
Jul 24, 2025
Gary Eugene Mazingo, age 77, died in his home in Aurora, CO on July 24th, 2025. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1966. Gary retired after 26 years of service in various posts around the world, including many years in Europe, and served in the Vietnam Conflict. During his years of service, Gary moved up through the...
Sophia Maryn Payne
Jul 24, 2025
Our beloved Sophia Maryn Payne, 14, returned to her loving Heavenly Father on July 24, 2025, in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, while surrounded by her loving family.
Sophia was born on May 17, 2011 in Henderson, Nevada. Sophia was the third daughter of her proud parents and adored by her older sister Jaden and Savannah. She was a happy baby with a...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Samuels Gibson
Jul 24, 2025
Jacqueline (Jackie) Samuels Gibson passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Aurora, Colorado on Thursday, July 24, 2025 / 28 Tammuz, 5785.
Jackie was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on March 18, 1949 / 17 Addar 5709 to George and Caroline Samuels. She was raised in Uptown New Orleans where she and her family were members of Temple Sinai. Jackie...
Dorothy Mae Lee-Adams
Jul 23, 2025
Dorothy Mae Lee-Adams, 95, of Troy formerly of Littleton, Colorado passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Lincoln County Nursing and Rehab in Troy.
She was born on February 16, 1930 in Compton, Illinois, the daughter of Earl and Alice (Masters) Bettner, who preceded her in death. She was united in marriage on October 16, 1948 to E.A. “Bud” Lee. Unto...
Jamie Katharine Baldwin
Jul 23, 2025
Jamie (Jame) Katharine Baldwin was born on July 6, 1976, at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska and left this world on July 23, 2025, in Littleton, Colorado, at the age of 49.
Jamie was born with multiple congenital heart defects and underwent, in her short life, many heart surgeries including 2 open heart surgeries, the placement of a pacemaker and multiple...
Gregory Michael Leimbeck
Jul 23, 2025
Greg Leimbeck, beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2025, at the age of 44. Born on May 3, 1981, Greg will be remembered for his sharp intellect, warm humor, and enduring kindness.
A dedicated IT Specialist, Greg was passionate about technology and always willing to lend his expertise to anyone in need. Beyond his professional...
Patricia Lee Rosales
Jul 23, 2025
Patricia “Tricia” Lee Rosales, 82, of Denver, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025. She was raised in Denver by loving parents Monte and Berniece, alongside her 3 siblings. She went to West High School in Denver but never graduated. Instead, she earned her beautician license at a young age and began working. Tricia married the love of her life...
Sean Michael Sullivan
Jul 23, 2025
On July 23, 2025, Sean Sullivan took his final career promotion, advising God on how to better manage Earth. He joins his 80s heroes Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osbourne, in line at the Pearly Gates.
Sean Michael Sullivan was born on June 8,1972 on Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio to Maureen (O’Hagan) and Patrick Sullivan. Younger brother Brendan...
Celesta Rose Mullen
Jul 23, 2025
Celesta Rose Mullen, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. She was born on September 28, 1946, in Minot, North Dakota, to the late Patricia and Lawrence Schmidt. Celesta was a woman known for her warmth, wit, and unwavering devotion to her family. She had a sharp sense of humor and a...
James Franklin (Jim) Roberts
Jul 22, 2025
James Franklin (Jim) Roberts, age 91 passed away on July 22, 2025 in Parker, Colorado in the company of his family and his little dog. Jim was born on July 4th, 1934 in Martling, Alabama. He grew up in Albertville, Alabama, graduating from Albertville High School and joining the Navy. Ensign Roberts was originally assigned to the communications office on...
Kathleen Stramel
Jul 22, 2025
Kathleen Stramel of Greenwood Village, Colorado passed away on July 22, 2025 at the age of 29. Loving daughter, niece and friend. She is preceded in death by her mother, Kathleen C. DeFino and brother, Christopher N. Stramel. Surviving her is her father, John Stramel.
Kathleen loved traveling and was always on the ‘go’. Her struggle is over and she is...
Carolyn Sue Riddell
Jul 22, 2025
Carolyn Sue Riddell was peacefully called home to the angels on July 22nd in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
Born on May 27, 1938, in Denver, Colorado, Carolyn was the beloved daughter of the late Oliver Kellow Bussard and Betty Louise Guess.
Carolyn’s greatest joy in life was her family. A devoted mother, grandmother, and “Grandma Great,” she cherished every moment spent with her...
Tony Szado
Jul 21, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Tony Szado’s passing on July 21st, 2025. He lived a full life of 71 years as a selfless father, a caring husband, and a man who made a lasting impact on so many lives. Born on July 16, 1954, Tony grew to become a devout Catholic, allowing his...
Curtis Alan Brown
Jul 21, 2025
In Loving Memory
Curtis Alan Brown, 67, of Aurora, CO, was suddenly called to his eternal home on 21 July 2025. He is preceded in death by his loving parents Charles and Mettie Brown.
Curtis was a radiant light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His presence was a gift—steadfast, compassionate, and filled with quiet strength....
Dr. George Pappas, M.D.
Jul 21, 2025
Dr. George Pappas, M.D., passed away on July 21, 2025 at the age of 91. He is survived and loved by his children Adelaide (Kevin) Naughton of Lakewood CO, George E. (Hazel Nelson) Pappas of Anchorage AK, his late wife of 53 years Gail Houston Pappas, and late daughter Sarah Pappas. He is cherished and loved by his grandchildren Rebecca...
Kathleen "Kathy" Craven
Jul 21, 2025
Kathy Craven, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on August 28, 1953, in the small town of Corning, Iowa, to John and Norma O’Riley. Kathy spent her early childhood on a farm before her family relocated to Denver, Colorado, where she would grow up and build a life filled...
Mary Helen Ryland
Jul 20, 2025
Mary passed away peacefully at the age of 96, surrounded by the love she spent a lifetime giving. A devoted wife to her late husband, Hugh S. Ryland, she was a cherished mother, grandmother of four, and great-grandmother of five. Her warmth, quiet wisdom, and gentle strength touched every life she met, leaving an enduring legacy of love and kindness.
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