Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

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...

May 14, 2025

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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...

May 11, 2025

May 10, 2025

Enrico "Henry" Cortes passed away on May 10, 2025. Full obituary to follow. 

May 10, 2025

Alice Faye Trujillo passed away on May 10, 2025. She was born on October 24, 1937 in North Adams, MA to Arthur and Marion Dustin. She enjoyed her time in Massachusetts, being close to extended family. She would share stories about taking piano lessons and watching her father play ice hockey. Alice was the oldest of 4 daughters, and at...

May 10, 2025

Born in Denver, Colorado on January 10, 1945, Otto “Joe” Joseph Bebber Jr. passed away on May 10, 2025 after suffering from vascular dementia. A man whose joy for life was deep, Joe leaves behind a legacy of humor, friendship, and unforgettable stories.

Joe was the cherished son of Ruth and Otto Bebber Sr., and a proud graduate of both Wheat...

May 8, 2025

Roberta Lucile Nelson, age 69, went peacefully home to be with her Lord on May 8, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

Roberta was born on July 16, 1955 in Denver, Colorado, to Vernon and Lucile Moore. She was affectionately known as “Bobbi” or “Bobbie Lu.” Roberta grew up attending public schools in the Denver Metro area and graduated from North High School...

May 8, 2025

Gertrude (Trudy) Lorenz Burns died May 8, 2025. She was 101. Funeral service will be held on May 20, 2025, at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic church, 19099 E Floyd Ave, Aurora, CO 80013 at 10:30am. Gene and Trudy will be interred together at the Holy Cross Cemetery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Trudy was born December 13, 1923 on a farm near...

May 8, 2025

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 starting at 2pm in the Horan & McConaty Thornton Chapel. Time for visiting will start at 1pm. Light refreshments will be available after the service.

Yongxin Huang, 41, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 8, 2025. He was born on November 8, 1983 to parents, Yunhan Yu and Dasheng...

May 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Kim Chau Thi Nguyen

June 10, 1963 – May 8, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kim Chau Thi Nguyen, age 61, beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Kim peacefully departed this life on May 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and boundless love.

Born in Vietnam to...

May 7, 2025

Dan Washington, the eldest of two children, was born on October 2, 1941, to King Daniel Washington Sr. and Beatrice Reynolds. He described his upbringing as warm, loving, and affectionate—an environment that shaped the strong family values he upheld throughout his life. In a heartfelt letter to his daughter, Dan shared that his personal values included self-direction, productivity, creativity, a...

May 7, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Carole Ann Hotz 

Carole, 85, of Denver, CO, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. A positive and optimistic person, she lived a life marked by love of family, perseverance, laughter and joy, and games played. She never judged anyone and accepted everyone for who they were.

Carole grew up in Omaha, NE and attended Duchesne College...

May 7, 2025

May 6, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Michael Costigan fell asleep in the Lord, May 6th, 2025 at the age of 84.

Born in Milwaukee, WI to James and Kathryn Costigan. Preceded in death by his parents, brother Daniel, and special stepfather Joseph.

Survived and deeply missed by his loving wife, Jane (nee Pazalos) of nearly 58 years.

His memory lives on with his nieces: Colleen and Kelly...

May 6, 2025

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Moon Sun Song—known to many as Moon, and lovingly as Lisa. Her story is one of faith, resilience, love, and beauty—a life lived fully, quietly, and with extraordinary grace.

Moon passed away peacefully with her son by her side on the morning of May 6th, a few days before Mother’s Day and just...

May 6, 2025

Chandrakant S. Kothari, age 93, died on May 6th, 2025. He was a graduate of Gujarat Law Society and worked as a sales manager for Apar Private Limited for 20 years. He met his wife Surekha Kothari in 1955 and had a marriage full of happiness for 70 years.

He had a great sense of humor and was also one of...

May 6, 2025

Barbara Joan Spath, a woman whose nurturing spirit and boundless love touched the lives of all who knew her, passed away on May 6, 2025. Born on March 4, 1943, in Denver, Colorado, Barb was the first child of Tim and Birtus Cox.

She grew up in south Denver, and in June 1961, shortly after graduating from South High School, married...

May 5, 2025

Donna Jean Howard was called to Heaven on May 5, 2025, at the age of 71, in Colorado after a hard fought battle of kidney failure and dementia.

Donna is survived by Robert James Howard Sr, and their beloved children: Robert James Howard Jr, Jeremy Howard, Rachel Yosha, Mathew Howard, Miallisah (Mia) Morales, and Jalissa Morales who will continue to honor...

May 5, 2025

Joseph Talbott Mattson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family. He was 91.

Born on December 13, 1933, in Asheville, North Carolina, to Vernon and Carribelle Mattson, Joe lived a full and adventurous life. He is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Jean A. Mattson; his...