Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Eldon "Dwight" Schmitt
2025
Eldon Dwight Schmitt, 88, of Larkspur, Colorado, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025.
He was born on November 11, 1936 in St. Francis, Kansas to Theodore and Esther Schmitt. The family soon moved to Colorado, where after graduating from Alameda High School, Dwight enlisted in the Army. Dwight’s service in Germany engendered in him a love of all things German...
Thelma Perry
Nov 8, 2025
"Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.” – Proverbs 31:28
It is with both sadness and peace that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Thelma Perry, who went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 8th.
While our hearts ache with her loss, we take comfort in knowing that she is...
Kenneth H. Whitmer
Nov 8, 2025
Kenneth H. Whitmer, 84, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, after a short but brave fight with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love, integrity and quiet strength. Those who new Ken—Kenny to his family and close friends—will remember not only his sharp mind for business but also his gentle humor, his loyalty to family and friends, and his...
Constance "Connie" Jones
Nov 8, 2025
Constance "Connie" Jones, passed away from ovarian cancer on November 8, 2025. Connie is survived by her long-term partner, Joe Masiak. She is also survived by her brother, Joe Jones (Nancy); a nephew, Wes (Krista) and their sons, Henry and Liam and her niece, Emily (Phillip).
Connie graduated from the University of Denver. She spent a short time as a teacher...
Kathleen Mary Ballard
Nov 7, 2025
Kathleen "Kathy" Mary O'Flaherty Ballard, age 79, of Highlands Ranch, CO, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025. Born January 16, 1946, in Denver, CO to John and Eileen O'Flaherty, Kathy was the oldest of seven children. Kathy graduated from high school at St. Mary's Academy in 1963.
While attending Loretto Heights College for a degree in English, Kathy met James...
Betsy H. Boyle
Nov 7, 2025
Betsy H. Boyle passed away suddenly at home Friday, November 7, 2025.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Betsy was the daughter of the late Lois (Hale) and John Boyle and sister of Jack Boyle.
Betsy is survived by close friends and “mortgage mates,” Helen Welch and Susan Murphy. She is also survived by sister in law, Mary Boyle, a niece and nephews, great...
Randy Jay Hensley
Nov 7, 2025
Randy was born on December 17th, 1957 to parents Gene and Evelyn Hensley. He grew up in Thornton, CO. Randy married Debra Smith in 1990. They moved to Avon, CO soon thereafter.
The marriage ended in 1995, but Randy continued to live in the Eagle, CO area for most of his adult life where he built his own business and made...
Deanna Faye Webb Allred
Nov 7, 2025
Deanna Faye Webb Allred, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on November 7, 2025 with her sweetheart by her side. Deanna was a delightful ray of sunshine and a sincere friend to everyone she met. Her infectious laugh and constant optimism will be missed dearly by many.
Deanna was born to Golden Joseph Webb and Erma Louise Brown on...
Thomas Anthony Hartmann
Nov 7, 2025
Thomas Anthony Hartmann was born on January 26, 1958, to Robert “Bob” and Betty Lou Hartmann and grew up in Arvada, Colorado. As a boy, Tom filled his days with movement and adventure. He wrestled, played football, and even gave the accordion a brief try. He always kept life interesting for those around him. As a teenager, he enjoyed a...
William John Aberle
Nov 5, 2025
William John Aberle (Bill), age 96, passed away at AdventHealth Littleton Hospital on November 5, 2025.
Bill was an easy-going individual who was always available to lend a helping hand.
Bill was born in Selfridge, North Dakota and grew up on the family farm near Belle Fouche, South Dakota. He served in the Air Force as a young adult and began his...
Elaine Marie Bell
Nov 5, 2025
It is with deep sadness and much love that we mourn the passing and celebrate the life of Elaine Marie Bell. Following a lengthy battle with breast cancer and mild dementia, Elaine passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025 at The Inn at Greenwood Village, an assisted living facility in Greenwood Village, CO.
Elaine was born on April 19, 1950, in...
Diane "Pike" Katherine Herrick
Nov 4, 2025
Diane “Pike” Katherine Herrick, 83, of Westminster, peacefully passed away November 4, 2025 surrounded by family in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. She was born on April 28, 1942 in Denver to John Oletski Sr and Margaret (Smole) Oletski. She was the third of seven children.
Diane spent most of her life in the Denver area, where she grew up with her siblings....
Hasiah Nazier Willis
Nov 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Hasiah Nazier “Buggy” Willis March 30, 2008 – November 3, 2025
With deepest sorrow, we announce the...
William Walter "Bill" Weil
Nov 3, 2025
William Walter "Bill" Weil, 89, of Golden, Colorado, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of over 50 years, Marilyn, who was his devoted companion and travel partner throughout their adventures around the world.
Born and raised in Hammond, Indiana, Bill graduated from Hammond High School before pursuing his passion for engineering at Rose-Hulman...
Herbert Alcorn Donovan, Jr.
Nov 3, 2025
Herbert Alcorn Donovan, Jr., born in in 1931 in Washington DC, died peacefully on November 3, 2025 in Highlands Ranch. CO with this family at his bedside. Herbert loved his family (us), his church (Episcopal), his team (Yankees), and his University (Virginia) with unwavering loyalty.
Herbert's father was an Episcopal priest in Charlottesville, VA and Herbert followed in his footsteps, graduating...
Tom Yoda
Nov 2, 2025
Tomohisa Yoda, age 25, passed away on November 2, 2025, in Centennial, Colorado. Tom was born on August 1, 2000, in Japan, and kept sharing his love, joy, and hope with everyone around him.
Tom was from Kamakura, a beautiful coastal city in Kanagawa, Japan, where he spent his childhood, attending Seisen Elementary School before moving to Georgia and Colorado later...
Todd Eugene Mercier
Nov 2, 2025
On November 2, 2025, Todd Eugene Mercier passed away peacefully at his home in Centennial, Colorado.
He was born on December 1, 1964, in Escanaba, Michigan. Todd lived a life full of family, friends and baseball and it is where he began his love of golf. In 1990, he moved to Denver, Colorado where he met his wife of 27-years, Katie...
Robert G. "Bob" Dickinson
Nov 2, 2025
Robert G. "Bob" Dickinson, 94, of Lakewood, passed away November 2, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife, Judie. Committal with military honors will be held Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 12:30pm, Fort Logan National Cemetery.
Brian Leroy Anderson
Nov 2, 2025
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Jamie Paula Dodd
Nov 2, 2025
Jamie (Tras) Dodd entered into eternal life on November 2, 2025 of Alzheimer’s disease. She grew up in Albuquerque, NM but was a long term resident of Aurora, CO. She worked for 47 years as a flight attendant for United Airlines out of DIA. Flying and traveling the world with her friends and fellow flight attendant was the highlight of...
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