Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Bill Rockwood
Apr 30, 2026
Robert William (Bill) Rockwood
July 11, 1940 – April 30, 2026
Surrounded by family, Bill Rockwood peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Parker Adventist Hospital. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
Bill was a committed husband of 65 years to Elizabeth (Betty) Rockwood (Thilges), caring father to Kathryn (Kitty) Rockwood, Ron Rockwood (deceased),...
William Walter Iversen
Apr 29, 2026
Dr. William “Bill” Walter Iversen, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Aurora, Colorado, on April 29, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia. Born in Utica, New York, and raised in Clinton, Iowa, Bill will be remembered for his affectionate smile, his wonderful sense of humor, and his accomplishments both as an athlete and in his professional life.
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John Studebaker
Apr 29, 2026
Ira John Studebaker, 85, passed away peacefully on April 29th, 2026. John was born on October 10th, 1940, in Iowa Falls, Iowa, to Ira and Regina Studebaker, the only son in a farming family.
John attended the University of Notre Dame, graduating in 1963 with a degree in architecture. During his time in South Bend he developed a lifelong devotion to...
George Alderson "Chief" Sanders
Apr 27, 2026
George Alderson Sanders, affectionately known as “Chief,” passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, in Parker, Colorado, at the age of 84. He was a longtime resident of Aurora, Colorado.
George was born on August 4, 1941, in Eden, North Carolina, to J.W. and Marvis (McGuire) Sanders. After graduating from high school in 1959, he enlisted in the United States Air...
Robert Edward Fink Jr.
Apr 26, 2026
Grace Fink passed away on Sunday January 26, 2025. The last words Bob Fink said to his beloved wife of almost 67 years were “I love you and I’ll see you when it’s my time.”
On Sunday April 26, it was Bob’s time to be reunited with Grace. Bob’s last few weeks were spent with in-person and virtual visits from his...
Marty Williams
Apr 26, 2026
Marty Williams, 63, of Denver, passed away on April 26, 2026.
Marty will be remembered for his kindness, quiet humor, and unwavering love for those around him. He was one of the most genuinely compassionate people anyone could know, always willing to give his time, support, and a helping hand to anyone in need. He had a way of making people...
Freddy W. Wade
Apr 25, 2026
Freddy W. Wade was born August 7, 1947 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He passed away April 25, 2026 at age 78.Freddy is survived by his loving wife Patricia; son Timothy Wade; Brother Vince (Anna) Wade; nieces Misty (Chris) and Shannon (Justin).He served in the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant and was honorably discharged in 1973.After his discharge he spent...
Martin Reeves Thorpe
Apr 25, 2026
The family of Martin “Marty” Reeves Thorpe of Aurora, CO, is saddened to announce his passing on April 25, 2026, at the age of 81. Born May 19, 1944, in Denver, Marty was a lifelong Coloradan.
Marty lived life with passion, whether he was skiing, dirt biking, riding his Harley, or traveling the world on cruises. His greatest love, however, was...
Frances Michele James-Penick
Apr 24, 2026
Frances Michele James-Penick, 70, of Denver, Colorado, entered eternal rest on April 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and carried into peace by God’s grace.
Frances was a woman full of life, joy, and passion. She found happiness in the simple and meaningful moments—especially through her love of sports and music. She was a devoted fan of Prince, whose...
Jerome Wesley "Wes" Couthen
Apr 24, 2026
Jerome Wesley "Wes" Couthen was born on August 6, 1949, in Bridgeport, CT, and passed away on April 24, 2026. Diagnosed with cancer just ten weeks earlier, he faced it the way he lived: on his own terms. He was the youngest of five children born to James and Winnie Couthen. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister...
Barbara J. (Ludvik) Giles
Apr 23, 2026
Barbara went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 23, 2026. She was born on September 16, 1949, in Walsenburg, Colorado. She attended Elementary, Junior and Senior High in Walsenburg, Colorado where she was adventuresome keeping up with her two brothers.
Barbara graduated from the University of Colorado – Denver with a Bachelor of Science degree in...
William Henry Rusler
Apr 23, 2026
William H. “Billy” Rusler, 74, of Aurora passed away April 23rd, 2026 after a short but hard fought battle with AML, an aggressive form of leukemia. Born April 14th, 1952 to Eleanor and P.W. “Bill” Rusler in Vineland, CO. The oldest of five, he became a natural leader, a friend when his siblings needed a shoulder to lean on and...
Mary B. Mossey
Apr 22, 2026
MOSSEY, MARY B.
The matriarch of our family passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, in her home in Southwest Denver. Born Mary Beatrice Mondregon on June 16, 1929, in Cokedale, Las Animas, Colorado. Preceded in death by her beloved "Sweetie" her husband of 43 years Harry "Kelly" R. Mossey; son Fred J. Cordova; brothers, Bobby, Gene, and Flip Mondregon. Survived...
Timothy Ryan Weland
Apr 22, 2026
Timothy Ryan Weland, lovingly known as “Timmy,” passed away on April 22, 2026, at the age of 37 in Parker, Colorado.
Timmy will be remembered for his funny, silly personality and his incredibly big heart. He had a natural ability to make people laugh and bring light into any room he entered. One of his most special qualities was his ability...
Sylvia Margaret Sivill
Apr 20, 2026
Sylvia Margaret Sivill was born on July 21, 1933. Sally is survived by her nieces, Sarah and Helen and her nephews, Stephen, Lindsay and Matthew; and her great nephews, Nick, James, Jack and Joseph; her great great nephews, Max, Evan, Lucas, Ted and great great niece Winnie.
Sylvia (aka "Sally"), lived a full life marked by resilience, curiosity, and deep connection...
James Arthur Murta
Apr 20, 2026
James (Jimmy) Murta, age 67 died on April 20th, 2026 at home.
Jimmy served in the United States Navy for four years and spent much of his adult life living in San Francisco. For the past 15 years he has lived in Colorado.
Jimmy is preceded in death by his grandparents; Moises Garcia and Placida Garcia, his parents; John Murta and Virigina...
Steven Christy Null
Apr 20, 2026
Steven Christy Null was born on April 20, 1940 and peacefully passed away on his birthday, April 20, 2026 at the age of 86.
Steve was born in PA and spent his childhood on the East coast, the eldest of five children. As a child he was active in Boy Scouts, ultimately achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
After his education at...
Edward Paul Geisler
Apr 20, 2026
Edward Paul Geisler, loving husband, devoted father, Grampy, and beloved friend to all went home to be with the Lord Jesus Christ after several health struggles on Monday, April 20th, 2026, at the age of 86 years.
He was born on August 8, 1939, in Leoti, KS to Rev. Walter and Ruth Geihsler, the second of four sons. Early years were...
Ronald John Gerstung
Apr 19, 2026
Ronald John Gerstung, born on October 26, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, peacefully passed away on April 19, 2026, while in hospice care with his family by his side. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by dedication, service, and a passion for sports.
Ronald was born to Herbert Gerstung and Geraldine Musso and spent...
Coby Ryan Hefler
Apr 19, 2026
Coby Hefler passed away at the age of 47 on April 19, 2026, in Denver, Colorado.
A memorial service will be held on May 17, 2026, at 3 p.m. at Cowboy Church of Ellis County in Waxahachie, Texas.
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