Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Myril Alfred Harrison

Myril Alfred Harrison

Aug 7, 2025

Myril Alfred Harrison passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025 at the age of 87. He was born October 17, 1937 to Alfred and Dorothy Harrison in Ottawa, Kansas. As a result of frequent hunting and fishing trips with his father and older brother, Armand, Myril developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors. Myril also excelled at woodworking and loved...

Barbara Ruth Colligan

Barbara Ruth Colligan

Aug 5, 2025

Barbara Ruth Colligan, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. She was 79.

Born in Iowa on October 18, 1945, Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Opal Wayne and Marie Blodwyn (Evans) Frazer, and siblings Betty Jean Harmsen, Robert Wayne Frazer, and Beverly Fern Frazer.

Barbara earned her Bachelor of...

Sara Jo Cahill

Sara Jo Cahill

Aug 5, 2025

Sara Jo Cahill, age 90, of Englewood, Colorado, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025.

Born on August 31, 1934, in St. Joseph, Missouri, Sara lived a long, loving, and faith-filled life devoted to her family and friends.

Sara graduated from Holy Family High School in Denver. She went on to attend Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, where she received her Associate...

Anthony Joseph Spano

Anthony Joseph Spano

Aug 5, 2025

Anthony Joseph Spano, 63, of Denver, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025. He is much loved in the community. Rosary will be recited Monday, August 11, 2025, 6 pm and Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 11am. Both will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 3549 Navajo Street, Denver. Burial immediately following at Mount...

Dena LeAnn Humiston

Dena LeAnn Humiston

2025

In Loving Memory of Dena LeAnn HumistonDena LeAnn Humiston, a radiant soul whose charisma and warmth touched everyone she met, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and creativity.Born in Leadville, Colorado—the highest city in the United States—Dena was raised by her loving parents, Lolly and Gary Humiston. From the very beginning, she carried the spirit of...

Lawrence Patrick O'Connor

Lawrence Patrick O'Connor

Aug 4, 2025

Lawrence Patrick O’Connor, 85, of Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones after a major fall and a long period of medical challenges.

Born in the Bronx, New York City, on June 13, 1940, Larry lived a full and rich life. He married his loving wife, Joan M (Lucey) O'Connor on October 11,1969. He...

Arthur R. Savaria

Arthur R. Savaria

Aug 4, 2025

Arthur R. Savaria Age 89 died in Aurora Colorado on August 4th 2025. He was a graduate of Cole Trade High School in Southbridge in 1954. He went on to serve 2 years in The Army National Guard before enlisting in the Navy. He was stationed on the aircraft carrier, USS Lake Champlain which toured overseas in the Mediterranean. After...

Gary Lynn Shoemaker

Gary Lynn Shoemaker

Aug 3, 2025

Gary Lynn Shoemaker, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at the age of 76.

Born  on July 21, 1949, Gary lived a life marked by strength, compassion, and unwavering service to others. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and carried that same sense of duty and honor...

Waltressa Jean Isler

Waltressa Jean Isler

Aug 3, 2025

Waltressa Jean Isler

September 7, 1937 - August 3, 2025

Waltressa Jean Isler of Littleton, Colorado passed away on August 3, 2025, at the age of 87 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 7, 1937 in Moulton, Iowa to Walter and Lois Elliott. Jean moved to Hagerman, New Mexico in 1948 and attended New Mexico A & M...

Ethel Aurora Essig

Ethel Aurora Essig

Aug 2, 2025

Ethel Aurora Essig, 95, slipped peacefully into Heaven on August 2, 2025 in Westminster CO surrounded by family, prayer and love. She spent nearly a century on this earth — and according to her, that was plenty of time to get everything done and still have time for pie. She said her Engine is good but her Chassis was wearing...

Mary M. Doran

Mary M. Doran

Aug 2, 2025

Mary and her husband, Paul, made Highlands Ranch their home for the past 29 years. This August, Mary passed away, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, wisdom, and compassion.

Mary was a truly extraordinary woman, graceful, intelligent, spiritual, and endlessly generous. She was known not only for her sharp wit and radiant beauty, but also for the deep consideration and care...

Michael Leslie Langlett

Michael Leslie Langlett

Aug 1, 2025

Michael Langlett passed away on August 1, 2025. Full obituary to follow.

Guillermo Luna Frausto

Guillermo Luna Frausto

Aug 1, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father Guillermo Luna Frausto on August 1, 2025. He lived a full life of 86 years.

Guillermo had many nicknames that he went by including Bill, Memo, Willy.

Born on September 05, 1938, Bill was one of eleven children to Salvador and Edelmira Frausto—immigrants who worked tirelessly in farm labor to give...

Doyle Allen Kier

Doyle Allen Kier

Aug 1, 2025

Doyle Allen Kier was born on July 25, 1941 he passed on August 1, 2025. He was the youngest of three brothers born to Earl and Inez Kier, his oldest brother was Darrel (Connie), and twin brother Don (Patti). He was preceded in death by his parents and both brothers and his sister in law Connie. Doyle attended elementary school...

William Foster Welborn

William Foster Welborn

Aug 1, 2025

Born 3-9-1939 in Stringer, Mississippi Died 8-1-25 in Arvada, CO (86)

Bill was full of life, loved to make people laugh, and could be counted on for a joke or two. He was always on the go because he was always outside, weather permitting. He bow hunted during archery season almost every year and pheasant hunted in Kansas several years.

Scarlet was...

Frances Ellen Grigg

Frances Ellen Grigg

Aug 1, 2025

Francie Ellen Grigg age 80 died recently in Denver surrounded by her loved ones. Francie and her twin brother, Forney Junior, were born in Billings MT in 1944. She graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1963. She married her first husband Fred Eggleston in 1967 and soon after moved to Germany where he was stationed as a crewman in...

Louis Paul Flaim

Louis Paul Flaim

Jul 30, 2025

In Loving Memory

Louis Paul Flaim

October 8, 1933 - July 30, 2025

Lou Flaim was an amazing man who touched the lives all who were fortunate enough to meet him.  His Faith, Love of Family, Integrity, Intelligence, Hard Work, and Humor, inspired so many.  His trademark look -- black-rimmed glasses, no-nonsense wardrobe, and warm smile -- remained unchanged throughout his life.

He died,...

Wilma Hodgson

Wilma Hodgson

Jul 30, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother Wilma Hodgson on July, 30th, 2025. Born on January 21, 1940, she lived a full life of 85 years as a devoted wife to John Michael Hodgson (deceased October 18, 2005) and mother to seven children. She was blessed with eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was preceded...