Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

May 8, 2024

Dr. Rush Barrett Steelman, Sr (affectionately known as “Barry”) was born on January 2, 1936, in Passaic, NJ, to Rush Aaron and Elsie Wills Steelman. Raised in Clifton, NJ, Barry’s upbringing was defined by a strong work ethic and Christian faith, both instilled by his parents. The family spent summers in Beach Haven, NJ, creating cherished memories by the shore....

May 8, 2024

Tula Poggas, age 85, a beloved wife, mother, and Yiayia, died peacefully at home on May 8, 2024.

Tula was born in Pikerni, Greece, on May 12, 1938. She immigrated to Denver with her sister Aristea on May 1, 1960, to join their family. On August 27, 1961, she married John, the love of her life. Together, they built a wonderful...

May 8, 2024

May 7, 2024

James A. Woolum passed away on May 7, 2024, at the age of 76. He was a graduate of Texas A&M University and received his doctorate in dental surgery from the University of Texas. After serving in the United States Air Force, Mr. Woolum practiced family dentistry for several years before teaching as an associate professor at the University of...

May 7, 2024

Virginia C. (Lanterman) Besch, of Denver, CO, formerly of Englewood, CO and Chicago, IL, passed away on May 7, 2024, at the age of 90. She was born in Chicago, IL on February 7, 1934 to Garnet and Margaret Lanterman. 

Virginia graduated from Notre Dame Catholic Girls High School in Chicago, IL. She participated in sports throughout her life and enjoyed...

May 7, 2024

Victor James Brown passed away at his home in Aurora, Colorado in early May at the age of 58.  He was born in Boise, Idaho on October 26, 1965, the son of Kathryn Brown and Marlin Brown, who preceded him in death.  Vic is survived by his mother Kathryn and his sibling, Lori Brown Brekke (Jerry Brekke) who reside in...

May 7, 2024

Jason Marc DeWitt of Westminster, Colorado, was born on Tuesday, January 3, 1978, in Shreveport, Louisiana.  He passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 in Lafayette, Colorado.  Jason was a devoted husband and father. He enjoyed gaming, cooking, reading, building and painting models; but most of all being with his family.

He graduated from Many High School and Sabine Valley Technical...

May 6, 2024

Anita Marie Becky, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 6th,2024 at the age of 91. She was born on December 29th, 1932, in Howells, Nebraska to Ladislav and Helen (Konsel) Mejstrik.

 Anita was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many with her kindness, compassion, and generosity. She dedicated her life to helping others as...

May 6, 2024

Joan F. Anderies, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 6, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on July 14, 1934, in Denver, Joan spent her entire life in Colorado enjoying its beauty and spirit.  

Joan graduated from St. Joseph’s High School in 1952 and worked for the Denver City and County Municipal Court. Via a...

May 6, 2024

Edward Joel Jacques Jr, of Arvada, Colorado. Known by most as Joey was born May 6, 1987, and passed away May 6th, 2024 with his family by his side. Joey was a devoted husband, father, brother and son.  He was the definition of a family man, putting everyone before himself.

He graduated from Alameda High school in 2005 in Lakewood Co,...

May 6, 2024

Our beloved Molly Austin was called home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on May 6, 2024. Molly was born on July 27, 2005. Her big sisters, Hailey and Hannah, were so excited to have Molly complete their family. Molly loved and was loved by everyone she met. But her true calling was rescuing animals. Anything with four legs were...

May 6, 2024

Mary passed away at the age of 93, fortified by the sacraments of the Church, on May 6, 2024. She was born in Ft. Riley, Kansas to her parents, Mary Catherine Maloney and Leon Alan Chase, married her husband, Hugh, in Denver, Colorado in 1952, and was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 55 years.

Mary and Hugh were blessed with...

May 6, 2024

William Alan Blumberg (Bill), age 75, died in his home in Aurora, Colorado on May 6, 2024 with his wife and son at his side. He died of natural causes losing his battle against metastatic melanoma. 

Bill was born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee and graduated from Brainerd High School. He and his brother Al were the first Jewish brothers to...

May 6, 2024

Anita Cvitanovich Smith, 71, passed away from small cell bile duct cancer on May 6th, 2024 at Clermont Park in Denver, CO. Anita was born and raised in Denver, the youngest daughter of Patricia van Almen and Joe Cvitanovich. During her childhood, she performed in USO shows with her sisters and attended North High School, where she starred in the...

May 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Randy Koepsell announces his passing on May 5, 2024, surrounded by loving family members. Randy was a vibrant, larger-than-life man who never met a stranger. He was always more than willing to help and mentor others. Randy always made everyone feel special and welcome with his excited hellos and his exuberant...

May 5, 2024

Veronica Sue Ibarra, age 55, devoted mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend departed our world peacefully on May 5, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 26th, 1968, in Sacramento, California, Veronica was born to Susanna Celestina Plasencia and was raised by her mother and stepfather, Angel Plasencia. She lived in Sacramento for 5 years before moving to Boulder,...

May 5, 2024

David (Dave) Patrick Murphy passed away at home in Parker, Colorado, on May 5th, 2024, at the age of 41.  Dave was born on June 17, 1982, to James and Patricia Murphy.   He was the youngest brother of Karen (Jere) Burton and Michael Murphy.  Dave was preceded in passing by his beautiful daughter, Deserai Rose Murphy on November 18,...

May 4, 2024

Our dear Linda Mae Burandt sadly passed away on May 4, 2024, at the age of 68. She was an incredible wife, mother, and grandmother who was always there when you needed her the most offering support, wisdom, joy, and love in abundance. She was a fierce protector of her children and grandchildren and willing to take on anyone who...

May 4, 2024

Edie Vigil passed away in her home full of family on Saturday, the fourth of May.  She was the sixth of seven sisters who grew up on a farm near the small town of Gilcrest Colorado. The seven "Pritchard Girls" were a tight-knit bunch that loved and supported each other throughout their lives. Edie became a Registered Nurse at Good...

May 4, 2024

Walter “Larry” Klaus, 82, died Saturday, May 4, 2024 of natural causes.  He was born September 11, 1941 in Basin, Wyoming and grew up in Hermiston, Oregon.  He joined the United States Navy and became a Naval Aviator, and is a Veteran of the Vietnam War.  Larry was a pilot at Continental Airlines and flew for 33 years.  He was...