Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Henry I. (Sandy) Lowe
May 22, 2025
Henry Irving Lowe (Sandy) passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Sandy was a prominent attorney in Denver for 40 years, notably serving from 2001 to 2018 at Lowe, Fell, and Skogg, the firm he founded. He graduated from Oberlin College and from the University of Colorado Law School. Sandy was an excellent violinist and loved to...
David Howard Dossett
May 21, 2025
David Howard Dossett
July 12, 1940 — May 21, 2025
Golden
David Howard Dossett, of Golden, Colorado passed away at a local hospital on May 21, 2025. He was 84 years old. Dave was born July 12, 1940 in Newton, Alabama to the late Bascomb and Lucille (Bailey) Dossett.
He attended High School in Newton, Alabama where he Played High School football and basketball...

Frances "Fran" M. Jones
May 20, 2025
Frances "Fran" Marie Jones, age 96, died in her home in Westminster on May 20th, 2025.
She was a graduate of North High School, then briefly trained in nursing before meeting and marrying Eugene Wallace Jones. She was then a beloved homemaker, mother, and grandmother up until her death. Fran volunteered with the Campfire Girls, was an avid gardener, and loved...
Douglas James Hartley
May 20, 2025
Douglas James “DJ” Hartley, 62, of Dillon, Colorado, passed away in Thornton, Colorado, on May 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
DJ was born on April 28, 1963, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Christopher and Marilyn Hartley. He went to high school in Fort Lupton, where he met many life-long friends. He graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with...
Rocky Dean Bertz
May 19, 2025
Casper and Denver area native, Rocky Dean Bertz, passed away on May 19th, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer, with his family by his side. A Celebration of Life will be held on August 3rd, 2025, from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Lone Tree Family Golf Course in Lone Tree, CO, to honor him. Requests to RSVP and...
Geraldine "Jerrie" Ann Palen
May 19, 2025
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Judith L. Somerville
May 18, 2025
Judith L Somerville, 83, of Lakewood, passed away May 18, 2025. She was born November 19, 1941 to Walter and Grace Geddes. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Jared Somerville; her parents, Walter and Grace Geddes; and her brother, Jerry Geddes.
Judi is survived by her daughters, Kiffy McKinlay and Missy...
Veronica V. Rodriguez
May 18, 2025
Veronica V. Rodriguez, 71, of Englewood, passed away May 18, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Ernestine Varoz; her brother, Stan Varoz; brother-in-law, Tony Alvarado; her 4 guide dogs-Yanda, Taboo, Rally, and Roanne.
Veronica is survived by her husband, Raymond P. Rodriguez; her siblings, Lori Alvarado, Carol Varoz, Joe (Josie) Varoz, Tina Moore (Arnold Valdez), several nieces,...
Virginia J. Hokenson
May 18, 2025
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Jason Robert Rattie
May 18, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Robert Rattie, age 41, who was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident while crossing a street in downtown Denver on May 18, 2025.
Jason was born in Walnut Creek, California in 1984. He spent his early years in the Bay Area before moving with his family to The Woodlands,...
Charles Robinson Upton
May 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Charles Robinson Upton
May 1, 1938 – May 17, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Robinson Upton, age 87, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, May 17, 2025, surrounded by his beloved wife of 65 years, Janet G. Upton, and his daughter, Jennifer Upton Zanon.
Born on May 1, 1938, in Marin County, California, Charlie grew up in the coastal...
Raquel Sánchez Bishop
May 17, 2025
Born into Life June 25, 1936 - Born into Eternal Life on May 17, 2025, Raquel passed peacefully surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Gordon. Loving mother and step-mother of Denise Alcala (Robert Davidson), Michaelena Moore (Robert), Teresa Swansn, Richard Alcala, Laura LaRosa (James), Mitchell (Kathryn) Alcala, Debbie Brimmerman, Bernie Bishop, Richard (Sheri) Bishop, Mark Bishop, Rob (Wendy) Bishop,...
Lawrence Robert Griffith
May 17, 2025
Lawrence “Larry” “Griff” Griffith
Born at his family’s home in Denver, Colorado to Ed and Lucille (Fante) Griffith on October 18, 1946.
Died at his home in Westminster, Colorado surrounded by his loved ones on May 17, 2025.
Larry is survived by his loving wife Sharyn (Schneringer), and two daughters, Stephanie (Brandon) Hawkins, and Laura (Kevin) Paulson.
“Papa” will be so missed by his...
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...
Martha Jane Ellis
May 16, 2025
Martha Jane Ellis (Bohnart), age 84, passed away peacefully in Denver, CO on May 16, 2025. She was known as ‘Marte’ to her friends and as ‘Nano’ to her grandchildren. Martha was born on July 21, 1940 in Wood River, NE to a large, loving family. She was a proud graduate of Wood River High School. Martha spent most of...
Lawrence John "Larry" Aupperlee
May 16, 2025
Lawrence ‘Larry’ John Aupperlee, 64, of Westminster, Colorado, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, at his home. A celebration of life service will take place at Revive Church, 8270 W. 80th Avenue in Arvada on Friday June 6, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Larry was born in Richwood, New Jersey on November 28, 1960, the son of Aaron and Rachel Aupperlee....
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...
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