Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Ryan Shepard Simms

Feb 9, 2026

Ryan Shepard Simms was born on December 21, 1974, to parents Richard Simms and Judi (Simms) Bishop in Hinsdale, Illinois. At just nine months old, Ryan relocated with his family to Lakewood, Colorado—a far more fitting place for a soul drawn to open skies, rugged peaks, and the challenge of summiting a 14’er.

From an early age, Ryan’s life was shaped...

Sinh Dinh Dang

Feb 9, 2026

Matthew Adam "Matt" Martens

Feb 8, 2026

Matthew Adam "Matt" Martens, 43, of Littleton, passed away February 8, 2026. He is survived by his loving wife, Katie and their three children. Funeral Service will be held Friday, February 20, 2026, 1pm, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. 

Michael J. Motis

Feb 8, 2026

Michael J. Motis of Lakewood, Colorado passed away on February 8, 2026 at the age of 69.

A Memorial Service honoring Mike's life will be held on Wednesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:00PM at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 South Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood. A reception will immediately follow.  

Please share your memories of Mike and condolences with his family by...

Jayden Lee Marrujo

Feb 7, 2026

Glenda Irene Hale-Wolsleben

Feb 6, 2026

Glenda Irene Hale‑Wolsleben, age 78, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in Corsicana, Texas, Glenda grew up with strong family values, heartfelt faith, and a deep love for those around her. In 1980, she moved to Colorado, where she built a beautiful life rooted in compassion, service, and spiritual devotion.

Glenda lived a...

Madeline Concetta Mottola

Feb 6, 2026

Madeline C. Mottola, of Denver, passed away peacefully at the Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood in Wheat Ridge, on February 6, 2026. She was 92 years old. Madeline was born February 19, 1933, Denver, Colorado to the late Stephen and Assunta (Cerrone) Farrell.

Madeline was the cherished wife of Louis F. Mottola, who preceded her in death, and the beloved mother of...

Patricia Ann Plummer

Feb 6, 2026

Patricia Ann Plummer, of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, passed away at 83 years old, surrounded by the love of her family. She will be remembered for her dedication to her family, her adventurous spirit, and the joy she found skiing the Colorado mountains.

Patricia was born in Minnesota and raised in Fargo, North Dakota, where she grew up as the second oldest...

Gary Lee Griffith

Feb 6, 2026

Gary Lee Griffith was born on February 18, 1953, in Portland, Oregon, to Allen Francis Griffith and Betty Ruth Kral. He was the second of five sons and spent his early years in Portland, where he later graduated from David Douglas High School.

Gary proudly enlisted in the United States Navy following his graduation—serving aboard the USS Enterprise during the Vietnam...

Dorothy Marie Koontz

Feb 5, 2026

Gloria L. Redkey

2026

Gloria Ann Lenz Redkey passed away peacefully on February 5th, 2026, in Parker, Colorado at the age of 92. She was born in 1933 in San Antonio, Texas, to Hilda and Harry Lenz. She and her two brothers, Larry and Floyd, grew up in humble circumstances during the Great Depression. Gloria achieved the honor of graduating as Salutatorian from Brackenridge...

Irene Maria Harris

Feb 4, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Irene Maria Harris

Irene Maria Harris (Irene Maria Hochschwender), Our dedicated, kind, compassionate mother, devoted grandmother, caring and supportive sister, and one of the most generous and loving human beings we know, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026 at the age of 78. Her life was a testament to love, service, and unwavering kindness, touching the...

James Francis Schmiesing

Feb 3, 2026

James F. Schmiesing, 82, of Castle Pines, CO died on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Sky Ridge Medical Center, Lone Tree, CO. He was born on January 14, 1944 in Minster, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Vera (Meyer) Schmiesing. He married Marilyn E. Smith on October 3, 1970 in St. Joseph Byzantine Catholic Church in Toronto, Ohio. She survives...

Thomas Anthony Milinowicz

Feb 3, 2026

Thomas Anthony Milinowicz passed peacefully, surrounded by his family, on February 3, 2026, in Denver, Colorado, after 77 years of living life fully and on his own terms.

Tom is survived by his children: Jennifer Milinowicz; Zachary Milinowicz (Andria); Katelyn Milinowicz; Liana (Kevin) Wolfe; JB Sepeda (Kathy); Pedro Sepeda (Samantha); and Apolonia (Garrett) Brenaman. He also leaves behind many beloved grandchildren...

Jennie E. Musk

Feb 3, 2026

Celebrating the life of Jennie E Musk 1929-2026 of Broomfield, CO passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026. She was born in Denver, CO, on July 17, 1929, and was 96 years old at the time of her passing. Mitzi, her older sister who proceeded her in death as well as her beloved husband Joseph Musk and her parents Mary...

Erdogan Oray

Feb 3, 2026

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Erdoğan Oray was an exceptional intellect, sportsman, and family man whose life took him across the world. From Istanbul and the shores of the Black Sea, he excelled in his studies and was given a rare opportunity to study in England in Sheffield and London. He then continued to the United States to pursue his PhD in geophysics...

Bruce Edward Kiefer

Feb 2, 2026

Bruce passed away in Denver Colorado at age 55.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4380 Utica Street in Denver. Rosary at 9:20 a.m. Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m.

Bruce was born in Whittier, California, and moved to Colorado with his parents in 1976. He graduated from Colorado State University in 1992...

Joseph John Zink

Feb 2, 2026

Leon Charles Hrcek

Feb 2, 2026

Leon Charles Hrcek, 75, of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, entered into eternal rest on February 2, 2026, at Littleton Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family.

Leon was born in Hallettsville, Texas, and grew up in Shiner, Texas, where he attended Shiner High School. Raised with strong values of faith, family, and hard work, those foundations remained with him throughout his...