Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Virginia J. Hokenson
May 18, 2025
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Lawrence Robert Griffith
May 17, 2025
Lawrence Robert Griffith, of Westminster, CO, passed away May 17, 2025. he was 78 years old. Lawrence was born in Denver, Colorado on October 18, 1946 to Edward Bernard and Lucille Frances (Fante) Griffith.
A Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be at 9:30am, Friday, May 30, 2025 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Mass will follow at 10:00am....
Kathryn Ann Lewis "Kitty" Braun
May 17, 2025
Kathryn Ann Braun, lovingly known as “Kitty,” passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and resilience. Born on June 2, 1948, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, she was the cherished daughter of Warren and Lorraine Lewis.
Kitty was the beloved wife of David Braun, with whom she shared over 55 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they enjoyed nearly 40 years...
Judy Collings
May 16, 2025
Judith Raechel Collings
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Raechel Collings, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Judy passed away on May 16, 2025, at the age of 83. Born to John and Margaret Lampe in Spencer, Iowa, Judy lived a life filled with dedication, love, and an unyielding commitment to her family and...
Elizabeth Garcia
2025
Elizabeth Prisciliana Vigil Garcia (1944 to 2025) passed away at the age of 80 at her home. Liz lived a full life that defied odds, broke expectations, and brought joy to everyone lucky enough to know her. Wise and fiercely independent, Liz was beloved by many and always saw the very best in people.
Liz was born and raised in Denver,...
Patricia "Patti" Carpenter
May 15, 2025
Patricia Panek Carpenter passed away on May 15, 2025. Born June 28, 1929 in Kearney, Nebraska to Katherine and Adolph (Pat) Panek. She was an only child. Her family moved to Denver, Colorado when she was a young child. She attended East High School, where her father, Pat Panek, was a renowned head football coach. She attended the University of...
John J. Fleckenstein
May 14, 2025
John J. Fleckenstein, 74, of Denver, died peacefully in his sleep on May 14th, 2025. John was born on March 12th, 1951, to Adam and Dolores Fleckenstein in Denver, Colorado. He attended Our Lady of Lourdes Grade School and Saint Francis de Sales High School graduating in 1969. He graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor of Science...
Gladys J. Baker
May 14, 2025
Gladys “Myke” Baker, age 98, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, in Denver, Colorado.Myke was born on August 13, 1926, in Lake Mills, Iowa, and grew up attending Ventura schools. She married Loyd Spilman in 1946, and the two built a life together on a farm outside of Clear Lake, Iowa, raising three children: Sheryl, Kathy, and Carol. After...
Michael Blake Benton
May 13, 2025
Michael Blake Benton, of Westminster, passed away on May 13, 2025. He was 81 years old. Michael was born in Denver, Colorado on June 17, 1943 to Elton and Marion (Richardson) Benton.
Arrangements are pending and a complete obituary will appear at a later time.
Please visit horancares.com to share memories and condolences with the Benton Family.
Preston "Pep" Hofeldt
May 13, 2025
Preston "Pep" Hofeldt of Denver, Colorado passed away on May 13, 2025 at the age of 90. Loving father and grandfather.
A Celebration of Pep's life will be held on July 11, 2025 at 10:30AM at Horan & McConaty Funeral Home, 3101 South Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood. The family will greet friends and family at a reception immediately following at the Horan...
Sharon Kay Struss (Tesch)
May 13, 2025
Honoring a Life Well Lived
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon Kay Struss, who left us on May 13th, 2025, at the age of 84. Sharon was born on January 2, 1941, in Waubay, South Dakota and spent her life enriching the lives of others with her kindness, generosity, and unwavering love.
Sharon grew up and...
Mark Alan Sullivan
May 12, 2025
Proud and loving father, husband, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Mark Alan Sullivan, 70, passed away surrounded by loved ones in Denver, Colorado on May 12th, 2025. Born to Thomas Sullivan and Joyce Sullivan (née Ryan) in Ulysses, Kansas on October 22nd, 1954, Mark primarily grew up in Boulder, Colorado, where he also obtained his bachelor’s degree at the University...
Alice R. Hayden
May 12, 2025
Alice R. Hayden, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away May 12, 2025 at her home. She was born on October 13, 1938 in Brooklyn, New York. Alice first met her future husband Jim in high school, but they didn't start dating until after graduation. They married soon after on July 3, 1960. Alice held many different jobs during...
Leslie August Michaels
May 11, 2025
Leslie August Michaels (89) passed away on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, 2025 in Aurora, CO. Born on June 25, 1935 to Florence (Darm) and Ray Michaels in Dwight, Illinois. Leslie, also affectionately known as Mike, Gus, Butch, or Papa, was born into a farming family with 14 siblings.
After growing up on a farm and attending school in a one-room-schoolhouse...
Bernardine B. Jones
May 11, 2025
In loving Memory of Bernardine B Jones
1927-2025
Our precious Bernardine Caroline Bonfiglio Jones (Bernie) departed this world on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the age of 98. Bernie was a native of Napa, California, where she also met her late husband, Captain Ralph Everett Jones of Sanford, Florida. Bernie’s life as a military wife offered memorable friendships and times well-lived in...
Enrico Micael Mayotte Cortes
May 10, 2025
Henry was born on October 5th, 1939, in Cavite City, Philippines. Orphaned at a very young age, he was raised by his older siblings and aunts, all strong women who instilled in him a strong work ethic, entrepreneurship, and creativity. Henry met Stella when they were both quite young and got married at 16. They had eight children and lived...
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