Bennie G. Nuanes, 75 years of age, of Denver, Colorado, died on Tuesday evening, January 31, 2012 in his home. A beloved father, husband, grandfather, uncle, and friend, he was surrounded by family at his passing. Bennie was a passionate educator and long time DPS principal. He was a proud Denver native and alumnus of Manual High School, the University of Northern Colorado, and the Univesity of Colorado. Ben loved to golf, travel, and cheer for all the Denver sports teams. A celebration of his life will be held at Lone Tree Golf Club, 9808 Sunningdale Blvd., Lone Tree, Colorado, 80124, from 6:00pm-8:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bennie G. Nuanes Memorial Fund at Manual High School, 1700 East 28th Avenue, Denver, Colorado, 80205. Please share memories and leave condolences for Ben's family by signing the guestbook.