Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
Margaret "Peggy" Ferguson
Jul 13, 2026
Margaret “Peggy” Elizabeth Ferguson, 94, recently of Lakewood, Colorado, and formerly of Hernando, Florida, passed away on July 13, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She lived a long and full life marked by kindness, humor, strength, and a deep love for the people around her.
Born in 1931, in Cranleigh, Surrey, England, Margaret was the daughter of Ruth...
Stephen Andrew Rangel
Jul 12, 2026
Stephen Andrew Rangel, 62, died unexpectedly at his home on the morning of July 12, 2026 in Conifer, Colorado.
He was born in Denver on June 5th 1964 to Shirley and Robert Rangel. Steve graduated from Thornton High School before going on to study political science at the University of Colorado Boulder, graduating in 1986. His military career began with Air...
Kay Eileen Long
Jul 12, 2026
Kay was born in Madrid, Nebraska and until the age of 10 lived on a ranch with no electricity. The family settled in Wauneta, Nebraska. Kay attended boarding school from the age of 14 at St. Patrick's Academy in Sidney, NE which she had very fond memories of. After graduation in 1953, she moved to Denver where she went to...
Judith Ann "Judy" Holladay
Jul 11, 2026
Judith Ann Holladay, lovingly known as Judy to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at Pine Grove Crossing in Parker, Colorado, after a long and courageous battle with dementia. She was 77 years old. Surrounded by the love of her family, Judy left this world knowing she was deeply cherished.
Judy was born on January 5,...
Aristide J. Nasious
Jul 11, 2026
Arístides "Art" Nasious, a man defined by courage, enterprise, and a deep devotion to family and community, passed away peacefully.
His monumental journey began as a young man when he immigrated to the United States from his birthplace in Lithovounia, Tripoli, Greece, alongside his beloved brother, Gus. Traveling directly to Salida, Colorado, they were welcomed and nurtured by their aunt and...
Amy Lea Evans
Jul 10, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Amy Lea Evans. At the age of 47, Amy left this world peacefully on July 10, 2026, at Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family.
Amy was the daughter of Nancy Alexander and Neal Von Ahsen. Those who knew Amy will...
Doris Elaine Kirkpatrick
Jul 10, 2026
With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Doris Elaine (Schramek) Kirkpatrick, 75, of Brighton, CO, who passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026. Doris was born on January 27, 1951, in Hemingford, NE, the youngest daughter of Joseph and Mabel (Fendrich) Schramek.
She grew up on a farm near Hemingford, NE, and...
Barbara Ritz
2026
Mom was born in Trinidad, CO, to Agnes (Peggy) and Francis O’Rourke. She grew up in Walsenburg, CO, alongside her older sister, Agnes, and younger sister, Mary. After graduating from St. Mary’s High School, she attended Mount Saint Scholastica College in Atchison, Kansas, where she earned her degree in Biology. She then worked as a medical technologist at the State...
Carol Lee Larrick
Jul 8, 2026
Carol Lee (Rupp) Larrick, 71, died peacefully on July 8, 2026, at Pathways Hospice, Ft. Collins, CO. following several years of extreme pain while enduring numerous medical complications.
Carol Lee (Rupp) Larrick was born on October 1, 1954, in Hays, Kansas to Lawrence A. Rupp and Dorothy Rose (Wiesner) Rupp. She is survived by her devoted husband of nearly 30 years,...
Barbara Drews
Jul 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Barbara “Budweiser Barb” Drews
Barb passed away on July 7, 2026, at 92, surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy that spans five generations.
Barb had a way of making people feel welcome and loved. Her unforgettable spirit will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all whose lives she touched. If you knew...
Denyse Thompson
Jul 7, 2026
Denyse Thompson, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, healer, and artist, was welcomed peacefully into God’s kingdom on July 7, 2026. She was 72 years old.
Born on September 18, 1953, Denyse was the daughter of John Collette and Muriel Leger. She grew up as one of eight children and remained deeply connected to the brothers and sisters who shared her earliest...
Mary Frances Pollard
Jul 6, 2026
Mary Frances Pollard, 77, of Fruita, Colorado, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on April 20, 1949, to Arthur and Marguerite Montgomery. Mary spent her life taking care of others, and her kindness touched everyone she met. She was a devoted fan of the Denver Broncos and the...
John Russell (Jack) Staker
Jul 5, 2026
John Russell (Jack) Staker passed away much too soon at 32 years of age on the morning of July 5, 2026.
Even as a very young boy, Jack had an ever-curious, inquisitive and deeply thoughtful mind beyond his years. His parents and teachers, though sometimes vexed, took great joy in his very adult perspectives and at times challenging questions.
Jack was a...
Darrell Ralph Finneman
Jul 5, 2026
Darrell Ralph Finneman, age 73, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, flew into the arms of Jesus on July 5, 2026, at UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, Colorado surrounded by the love of his precious family.
Prior to a hiatal hernia surgery two years ago in April 2024, Darrell was living a full...
John Robert Klug, Jr.
Jul 5, 2026
John Robert Klug, Jr. was born on January 27, 1945, in Jefferson City, Missouri, to Constance Winsor Klug and John Robert Klug. He passed away July 5, 2026 in Denver, Colorado at the age of 81.
His father was serving overseas in World War II at the time of his birth and did not meet his son until John was nine...
Joseph Jay Smartz
Jul 5, 2026
Joseph Jay Smartz passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 5, 2026. He was in an accident while riding on the Cherry Creek Trail. Brooke, his wife, and Annabel, his daughter, are taking things one day at a time. Your prayers, love, and support mean the world to them right now. He will be missed by many. We invite you to...
Shirley Jeanne Francavilla
Jul 4, 2026
Shirley Jeanne Johnsen Francavilla
November 14, 1939 - July 4, 2026
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, devout Catholic, professional musician and music educator, passed away peacefully at home, on July 4, 2026.
Born in 1939 to Kathryn and Stanley Johnsen, Shirley’s parents gave her the gift of an unwavering Catholic faith that shaped how she lived.
When it was time for young Shirley to...
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