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Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Louis Perez, Jr.
Aug 17, 2026
Louis Perez was born in Denver, Colorado to his parents, Mable and Louis Perez, Sr. He was raised with his siblings and educated through Denver Public Schools. Louis was a joy to be around and embraced the wonderful memories he created with his family. He was a Supervisor at Master Craft for many years where he always served with a...
Sandra Kay Moore
Aug 17, 2026
Sandy Moore, 74, passed away on August 17, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, generosity and memories with the family and friends who meant everything to her.Sandy was born on July 6, 1952, in Denver, Colorado, to Fay Houston and Gerald Altman. She grew up in Aurora and graduated from Aurora Central High School in 1970.
On April 5, 1974,...
Pamela "M.G." Reader
Aug 16, 2026
Pamela "M.G." Reader, lovingly known to her family as "Baba," passed away leaving behind a vibrant legacy of resilience, creativity, and deep devotion to her family and community. Born at Ft. Riley, Kansas, to Walter and Dorothy Keinsley, she was preceded in death by her beloved mother Dorothy in 2000, and her much loved older brother Grey, in 2007.
As the...
Susan Jane Becker
Aug 15, 2026
Susan Jane Becker of Arvada, CO passed away on Aug. 15, 2026.
Susan was born to Andrew Bowen and Elaine Otto on Oct. 2, 1952, in Kansas City, MO. Susan spent her childhood in Greeley and Colorado Springs until moving to Denver in 1970. Susan was a dedicated court reporter with the Denver District Court for 35 years. After retiring, she...
Ruth Elizabeth Cole
Aug 14, 2026
Ruth Elizabeth Cole, age 94, passed away on August 14, 2026 after a long and fulfilling life. Ruth was born on March 29, 1932 in Picher, Oklahoma. She and her family lived in Wichita, Kansas for a while, but eventually settled in Lincoln, Arkansas, where she graduated from high school and began working as a nurse assistant.
Ruth was serving in...
Gaye Ellen Monroe
Aug 14, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Gaye Ellen Monroe
December 3, 1955 – August 14, 2026
Gaye Ellen Monroe, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, at the age of 70. Known for her generous heart, her fierce commitment to her community, and her fondness for the color purple, Gaye brought warmth, dignity, and a...
William Fredrick Ferguson
Aug 13, 2026
William was born on November 3, 1927, in St.Paul Minnesota to Dr. James C. Ferguson and Emily K. Ferguson.
He attended Cretin High School and the University of Minnesota, then began his long career with Champion Paper Company previously Waldorf Paper Company. William was an accomplished sportsman and pilot frequently flying his family to Aspen CO and Northern MI for wonderful...
Giles Stanley Everist
Aug 12, 2026
In loving memory of Giles Stanley Everist, who passed away at his home in Centennial on August 12, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 17, 1976 in Chicago, IL and spent his youth in Libertyville, IL. After graduating from Libertyville High School, he enlisted in the Marine Corps which guided his love of country.
He settled...
Joseph Earl Fink Jr
Aug 12, 2026
Joseph E. Fink Jr
11/02/1948 - 08/12/2026
In loving memory of Joseph E. Fink Jr, 79. He passed away on August 12th leaving behind many people who loved and cherished him.
Joe always had a strong work ethic. He started working when he was only 5 years old on the farm and never stopped. At age 20 he served his country in the...
Margaret "Meg" Chyr
Aug 11, 2026
Margaret “Meg” Kerr Chyr, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on August 11, 2026. Born on June 19, 1943, in Scotland to Gordon and Elizabeth Martin, Meg was raised in Seattle and graduated from Central Washington University before moving to Denver in 1967 to begin a distinguished 42‑year career as a United Airlines...
Kim Clark
Aug 10, 2026
If you spent enough time with Kim Clark, chances are she convinced you to do something you never thought you could. Maybe it was a backcountry ski tour, a hundred-mile ride, a summit push, a multipitch rock climb, or a trail that seemed just a little too long and steep.
Whatever it was, Kim had a remarkable way of helping others...
Lauri Beth Miller
Aug 10, 2026
Lauri Beth Miller, age 26, was born on August 6, 2000, and passed away on August 10, 2026. She was a graduate of Centauri High School and went on to study Biochemistry and Biomedical Engineering at Colorado State University, before moving to Denver. She was a talented artist, fashion designer, and author whose creativity brought beauty and inspiration to those...
Robert Frederick Herald
Aug 10, 2026
Robert Frederick Herald, 80, of Englewood, Colorado, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2026, following a courageous three-year battle with cancer.
Robert was born on April 19, 1946, to Robert Adrian and Muriel Doris (Robinson) Herald and grew up with his sister, Mary Carolyn, in Prophetstown, Illinois. His parents owned and operated Herald's Walgreen Agency in Prophetstown, where Robert...
Joan Carney Newsum
Aug 10, 2026
Joan Carney Newsum, age 101, passed away in her home surrounded by family on August 10, 2026. She was born on March 7, 1925, in Brooklyn, New York to Bessie and Daniel Carney. An excellent student, Joan skipped a grade in junior high school and laughingly admitted to skipping a class or two to see a very young Frank Sinatra...
John Taylor Morrison Jr. MD
Aug 10, 2026
John Taylor Morrison, Jr. MD passed away peacefully after a long illness with family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, four children: Stephany, Nancy, Elizabeth and John, their spouses, Kent, Mike, Dan and Miriam and their grandchildren, Sabrina, Sasha, Spencer, Meena and Anjali.
John considered Mountain Lakes, New Jersey his hometown, but World War II introduced many...
John Michael Hoskins
Aug 10, 2026
John Hoskins, a beloved husband, father and friend, passed away on August 10, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on September 2, 1948, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Homer Edward Hoskins and Nancy Myrl Osborne Hoskins, John lived a life that touched countless hearts and left an enduring mark on all that had the honor of knowing him.
A 1967...
Roy Roger Russell Jr.
Aug 9, 2026
Roy R. Russell Jr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 9, just over a week shy of his 94th birthday and a year shy of his 60th wedding anniversary with his wife, Bonnie.
Roy was born on August 18, 1932, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Roy R. Russell, D.D.S., and Hattie (Rodd) Russell. He was the oldest of four children, with a...
Derek O. Dye
Aug 9, 2026
Derek Owen Dye, 54, of Englewood, Colorado, died on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Swedish Medical Center.
Derek was born June 25, 1972 in Denver, Colorado to Cheryl Duncan Dye and David Dye. He married Stephanie Jones on October 15, 2011.
Derek graduated magna cum laude from Metropolitan State University of Denver, number one in his class, with degrees in English and...
Ronald Acosta
Aug 9, 2026
Ronald Acosta, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on August 9, 2026, at the age of 83. Born Los Angeles, California on December 19, 1942 as 1 of 7 children, Ronald lived a life that touched countless hearts and left an enduring mark on all who had the honor of knowing him.
Known for his immeasurable generosity and kindness,...
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