Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Shirley M. Musselman
Sep 26, 2025
Shirley M. Musselman, 93, of Denver, passed away September 26, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald. Shelter service will be held Thursday, October 16, 2025, 1pm, Staging area Blue (formerly A).
Lucas J. Hecker
Sep 25, 2025
Lucas Joseph Hecker, age 101, passed peacefully into eternal life, having lived a century marked by grit, grace, and unwavering devotion. Born in a farmhouse, the ninth of tenchildren to John and Anna Mary Hecker (Herzog) in Park, Kansas, Lucas came of age on a humble farm during the era of the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression, formative years...
Lawrence "Larry" Montoya
Sep 24, 2025
Lawrence “Larry” Montoya, 82, of Brighton, Colorado, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025.
Born in Brighton to Guadalupe and Juanita Montoya, Larry learned early in life that hard work and education was the key to bettering your life. He joined the Air Force at 18 years of age to serve his country for 6 years and to be able to...
Steven Anthony Davis-Randall Jr.
Sep 24, 2025
Steven Anthony Davis-Randall Jr., of Denver, CO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. He was born on January 14, 1983, in Temple, Texas, as the eldest son of Steven and Annette Davis Sr. As a child, Steven had a deep love for music (especially singing), video games, and spending time outdoors. Many of his happiest childhood memories were...
Eric W. Schultz
Sep 24, 2025
Eric W. Schultz, aged 47, passed away way too soon on September 24, 2025, at a Highlands Ranch Hospital after a battle with cancer. He lived in Thornton, Colorado with his wife Kim.
Eric was born on December 1, 1977, to Dale and Joyce Schultz, in Denver, Colorado. He grew up on his family’s farm in La Junta, Colorado where he...
Martin James Smith
Sep 24, 2025
Martin “Marty” James Smith passed away peacefully on September 24, after a courageous fight with cancer. He spent his final two weeks at home surrounded by his loved ones, grandchildren, and many dear friends. Born on October 19, 1959, Marty lived a life defined by service, loyalty, and love.
At the age of 17, Marty joined the United States Air Force...
Steven "Al" Arguello
Sep 24, 2025
Steven “Al” Arguello, 77 of Littleton, CO passed away on September 24, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on September 27, 1947 in Denver Colorado, Al was the beloved, husband, dad, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend who touched many lives with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit. He was known for his sense of humor, lack of judgement towards others,...
Kaden Charles Rhoades
Sep 23, 2025
Kaden Rhoades, (27) passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in Englewood, CO. He was born on November 28, 1997 to Kimberly Rhoades in Denver, where he was raised. He attended Dakota Ridge High School, graduating class of 2016.
He was always active and adventurous. In his early years, his focus was on animals, specifically reptiles. His drive for research and...
Betty E. Baker
Sep 23, 2025
Betty E. Baker, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in Kimball, Nebraska, on September 23, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on June 9, 1929, in Enid, Oklahoma, Betty lived a life filled with love, creativity, and dedication to her family and community.
A proud graduate of West High School in Denver completing her studies in 1948,...
Linda Marie Perkins
Sep 23, 2025
Linda Marie Perkins, 80, of Denver, Colorado passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1944, to Robert and Eileen Smith in Denver, Colorado. She attended Holy Family High School, Colorado State University and Barnes Commercial School. She worked for Continental Trailways, was a court reporter, and managed...
Wendell Zanotti
Sep 22, 2025
G. Wendell Zanotti of Arvada, Colorado, passed away on September 22, 2025. Wendell was born in Hyde Park, PA. His family moved to Phillipsburg, NJ when he only two years old. He attended Phillipsburg public schools and graduated in 1963 from Phillipsburg High School.
Wendell started playing the trumpet when he was 10 years old and would walk across the Delaware...
Don Lancaster
2025
Celebrating the life of Don Lancaster, January 15, 1928 - September 22, 2025, of Arvada, Colorado who passed away at The Oberon House in Arvada.
Don was proceeded in death by his wife, Donna. Together, they shared over 70 years of marriage.
Don was Vice-President of Tri-State Bank in Denver, Colorado. He was also involved in the Kiwanis Club of Denver and...
Jose Rolando Contreras
Sep 22, 2025
Jose Rolando Contreras, 51, passed away on September 22, 2025 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on March 16, 1974, in Jalpatagua, Guatemala, to Amanda and the late Jose-Horacio Contreras.
Jose excelled as a heavy equipment operator and later finished his career as a Class A CDL driver. Known for his strong work ethic...
Phuc Thi Immel
Sep 22, 2025
Phuc (pronounced “Foo”) Thi Immel. 11/13/1936-09/22/2025
City of Death: Denver, CO
Age at death: 88 years
Phuc has lived in the USA since 1966. Her native language was Vietnamese. She enjoyed sewing, often making clothes and homemade crafts for her friends and family. Phuc liked to cook and was known for her famous Vietnamese egg rolls.
Phuc is survived by her children: Robert Immel,...
Gertrude Darlene Pfannenstiel
Sep 22, 2025
Darlene was born and raised in the Denver area with her childhood years spent in the Park Hill neighborhood and summers on the farm in Walker, Kansas.
Darlene met Del while working at a local bakery in high school and they were married shortly after. They briefly lived in Denver before moving to new Aurora near Del Mar Park. There they...
Kathryn Lanorr Steiner
Sep 21, 2025
Kathryn Lanorr Steiner passed away on September 21st, 2025, in Parker Colorado after a long battle with lung disease. Kay was born October 14th, 1952, in Sioux Falls S. Dakota, the daughter of Lavern J. Hinker and Virginia C. Orr. She was a graduate of Washington High School in Sioux Falls. Kay was employed by a bank in Sioux Falls...
Daniel John Colaiannia
Sep 21, 2025
In lieu of flowers, Pete and the Colaiannia family would appreciate a donation to the MaxFund in his honor.
June Ellen McIntosh
Sep 21, 2025
June Ellen Thompson McIntosh, born on June 5, 1930, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025 surrounded by her family at home. She was preceded by her husband, David McIntosh in 2019; her parents, Francis and Lillie Thompson, and three siblings. She is survived by four daughters: Dorothy Diane Sellers (Jaye), Ruth Ann Tibbles (Jim), Jeanette Kay McClary (Mike), and...
Pamela Brandenburgh Weber
Sep 20, 2025
Pamela “Pam” Brandenburgh Weber, 66, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away at her home on September 20, 2025.
Pam was born on February 23, 1959, in Columbus, Nebraska, to Bruce and Betty Brandenburgh. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was preceded in death by her husband Marc and father, Bruce.
Pam is survived by her mother, Betty, daughter,...
Modesta "Millie" Goggins
Sep 20, 2025
Modesta “Millie” Goggins, 100, died peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in Arvada, Colorado. A devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Millie was a faithful and devoted Catholic who received Communion weekly and completed her Rosary daily. She loved living in Colorado and watching all the wildlife and especially the hummingbirds. Her flower garden was the talk of the neighborhood...
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