Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Janice Marie Schlichting
Jul 28, 2025
Jan Marie Schlichting, 88 years old, of Littleton, CO, died on July 28, 2025.
She was born in Fort Dodge, IA in 1937 to Raymond and Lydia Dencklau. Jan was confirmed on May 28, 1950, at St. John's Lutheran Church. She attended Eagle Grove High School before studying nursing at the Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in Sioux City, IA graduating...
Francis Joseph Croteau
Jul 27, 2025
Francis Joseph Croteau passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025. “Frank” was born November 13, 1936, in Belcourt, ND to Henry and Ernestine (LeBrun) Croteau.
Frank left Belcourt to attend the Haskell Institute in Lawrence, KS, now known as Haskell Indian Nations University. He moved to Denver, CO in 1957 where he met the love of his life Benita “Bea” LaPointe....
Sandra Jean Miller
Jul 27, 2025
Treasured single mother and beloved Navy veteran, Sandra “Sandy” Jean Miller, born October 28, 1965, crossed the threshold from her earth walk to her divine next chapter on July 27, 2025. If it were up to the will of her soul, her organic body would still be with us, thriving. She is survived by her son, Emmett Jean Miller, her...
Dorothy Mae Cordova
Jul 27, 2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Dorothy Mae Cordova, who lived a remarkable 90 years. She was born to Horacio Duran and Estella Romo on December 17, 1934, in Taos, New Mexico. Dorothy moved to Denver, Colorado, in her teens, where she would eventually build a life filled with love, faith and many treasured memories.
Dorothy...
Gary Lee Walters
Jul 26, 2025
Gary Lee Walters 75 of Thornton, Colorado passed peacefully at St. Anthony North Hospital in Westminster, Colorado on July 26.2025. Gary was surrounded by loved ones to help him with his journey home.
Gary was born in Riverton, Wyoming on May 1, 1950, to Robert Henry “Lefty” and Alma Walters. The family then moved to Casper, Wyoming in 1961. Gary was...
Zulema Mary Cordova
Jul 25, 2025
Zulema Mary Cordova, known to family and friends as Zoo, was born on December 21, 1920 in Trinidad, Colorado. She was the second of three children born to Mauro J. and Trinidad Cordova. Her older brother was Alfonso (AC for short), and her younger sister was Dolores (nicknamed Dodo).
Shortly after Zulema's birth the family moved to Aguilar, Colorado, where Zoo...
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....
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...
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...
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...
Jessica Carole Gaebler-Haffey
Jul 19, 2025
Jessica Carole Gaebler-Haffey, age 43, of Arvada, Colorado, died on July 19, 2025.
Born in California June 8, 1982, Jessica spent most of her childhood in Kent, Washington on a small horse farm with her parents (Gary & Debbie) and two siblings (Sarah & Jeff). Like most “farm girls,” she could do just about anything she set her mind to, and...
Kurt Edward Tretten
Jul 19, 2025
Kurt Edward Tretten, 66-years-old, passed away on July 19th, 2025.
Born September 25th, 1958, to Carol Nelson Tretten and Elmer Larson Tretten in San Francisco, California, Kurt grew up in the Bay Area along with his younger brother, Scott, and graduated high school at Miramonte High School in Orinda, California in 1976. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree from...
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