Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
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...
Rosemary Anne Leberer
Feb 2, 2026
Rosemary Anne Leberer of Golden, Colorado passed away on February 2, 2026 at the age of 94. Loving mother and grandmother.
A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 beginning at 4:30pm followed by a Recitation of the Rosary at 5:00 PM both at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 South Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood.
The Funeral Mass will be held...
Rev. Merlyn D. Hartzler
Feb 1, 2026
Rev. Merlyn D. Hartzler, 85, was born on November 4, 1940, in Jackson, Minnesota, to Lillian and Vernon Hartzler. Merlyn passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, after a nine-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Merlyn devoted his life to faith, family, and service, living out his calling with quiet strength and compassion. He spent most of his career serving as a...
Roswitha M. Stonehocker
Jan 31, 2026
Roswitha Maria Stonehocker
April 7, 1936 – January 31, 2026
Roswitha "Rose" Maria Stonehocker, a woman of profound resilience, faith, and devotion to the land, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026. Born on April 7, 1936, in the farming village of Rathmannsdorf, Germany, Rose’s early life was defined by both the deep roots of her heritage and the harrowing trials of...
Carol Cannon Vera
Jan 31, 2026
Carol Cannon Vera, born in Chicago, IL to Abram and Sylvia. She grew up in Park Ridge, IL as the youngest of three, with Jim and Meg. She showed early promise on her unicycle, but also was talented at cheerleading, horse riding, and hiking.
For college, she attended CU Boulder, where she met her husband Leo Paul. They were married in...
Elizabeth Ann Furry
Jan 31, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Furry, born on July 20, 1975, in Toledo, Ohio, departed this life on January 31, 2026, in Lone Tree, Colorado. At the age of 50, Elizabeth leaves a legacy of love and warmth that will forever be cherished by her family and friends.
Known as a devoted mother, she was the best mom in the world to her beloved...
John Clement Riley III
Jan 31, 2026
John (Jack) Clement Riley III was born on March 28, 1936, in Augusta, GA, to John C. Riley, Jr. and Kathleen Cuningham Riley. The family moved to Texas soon after his birth. He was a Texan at heart – having graduated from high school in Houston, from college at the University of Texas at Austin and from medical school at...
Adele Joanne Salach
Jan 29, 2026
Adele Joanne Salach, nee Czyz, who was born in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago on August 21, 1923, died peacefully in Denver on January 29, 2026, at 102 years of age. Adele was the daughter of August and Mary (Ziemniak) Czyz, both of whom were Polish immigrants to Chicago and who preceded her in death. Adele was the youngest of...
Mark Alan Striegnitz
Jan 28, 2026
Mark Alan Striegnitz, age 70, of Littleton, Colorado passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Mark was born July 5, 1955, in Houston, Texas, and spent his early childhood in Gary, Indiana before moving to Denver, Colorado with his parents, Richard and Phyllis.
Mark attended Mapleton High School, participating in the school's track and cross-country...
Alexander Kent Mastro
Jan 27, 2026
Alexander Kent Mastro, 27, of Denver, passed away on January 27, 2026. He was born on April 1, 1998, in Denver, Colorado.
Alexander was known for his kind heart, humor and creativity. He brought joy to those around him through his warmth, generosity, and unwavering loyalty to the people he loved. Those who knew him will remember his smile, laugh, sense...
Deena Joyce Vachon
Jan 27, 2026
Deena Joyce Vachon, age 83, passed away at Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado on Tuesday, January 27th. Deena was born on May 8th, 1942, in Lewiston, Maine, and attended Burdette College with an associate’s degree. Deena married her high school sweetheart, Pat Vachon on June 30th, 1962. Deena was a home maker and did a great job...
Kevin Paul Cox
Jan 26, 2026
Kevin Paul Cox, age 63, passed away Monday, January 26, after a brief hospital following aserious accident. Kevin was born in Denver on August, 20, 1963.His family moved toCasper, Wyoming in 1967 and returned to Colorado, settling in Niwot, in 1972.Kevin was an avid golfer, playing as often as the weather and his schedule would allow.Aside from golf, Kevin was...
Manuel Lorenzo Toledo
Jan 26, 2026
Manuel L. Toledo—a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend—went home to be with the Lord on January 26, 2026, from the comfort of his home in Westminster, Colorado.
Manuel was born on February 3, 1962, in El Paso, Texas, to Socorro Toledo and the late Gregorio Toledo. From a young age, Manuel learned the value of hard work, faith,...
Nikita "Niki" Fortune-Wong
Jan 25, 2026
Niki was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend whose presence filled every room with warmth, generosity, and unwavering love. Her loss has left a deep void that words cannot express. The world was truly a brighter place with her in it and she will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.
Here is the link to the...
Dennis Ernest Vigil
Jan 25, 2026
Dennis Ernest Vigil, born July 21, 1946, in San Luis, Colorado, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026. Rooted in the traditions of the San Luis Valley and shaped by a life of service, hard work, and devotion to family, Dennis leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished for generations.
Dennis was preceded in death by his dear wife, Nora...
Regina Heid
Jan 24, 2026
Regina Heid, known as Dena, 60, passed away peacefully in her home on January 24, 2026 in Thornton, Co. She had been delighted to celebrate this milestone date in her life.
Born in Texas on January 15, 1966, Dena grew up with struggles but was strong-willed and determined to live the life she wanted. She graduated from Vidor High School in...
Mark Edward Thurber
Jan 24, 2026
Mark Edward Thurber, age 69, died in his home in Denver on January 24, 2026. He is survivedby his son, Michael of Denver, his daughter Sara (Ray Black) of Indianapolis, IN, and his brotherJohn of Anchorage, AK. He was preceded in death by his wife Teresa Ann Durlin, and parents,Don and Helen.
Born in California in 1956 on his parents’ 8th...
William Eugene Flecksteiner
Jan 23, 2026
William (Bill) Flecksteiner, age 82, passed away on January 23rd, 2026. He was born and raised in Trinidad Colorado and graduated from Trinidad High School in 1961. From 1961-1963 he attended Trinidad State Jr College and received a degree in Engineering and in 1965 received another degree in Computer Maintenance. That same year he married Donna Jean Cordova and they...
Lorel Don Ferrin
Jan 23, 2026
Lorel Don Ferrin, 67, passed away unexpectedly January 23rd, 2026, in Gilbert, Arizona. Lorel was born in Jackson, Wyoming on July 22nd, 1958, to Howard Lincoln and Jessie Belle Berrett Ferrin. He was the youngest of five children. His younger years were spent in Jackson, loving the ski hill. He always felt he had learned to ski before learning to...
James Leonard Brisnehan
Jan 23, 2026
James Leonard Brisnehan, age 86, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on January 23, 2026 at Sandalwood Care Center in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
James “Jim” was born on April 14, 1939, to the late Charles Brisnehan and Eunice (Karns) Brisnehan. The youngest of five children, Alice (Brachle), Mary (Coursey), Ray, and Loretta...
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