Daniel Sean Velarde, age 48, of Highlands Ranch, Colorado passed away November 13, 2015. Daniel is survived by his wife Susanne, his son Brandon daughters Taylor and Lexi, his brother Kirk and sister-in-law Kathy, along with numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Daniel Henry Velarde. Daniel graduated from the University of Denver with his J.D. degree. He went on to practice Corporate Law. Daniel was an artist at heart and enjoyed painting and drawing. He was a sports buff and his favorite teams were the Oakland Raiders and the New York Yankees. He is dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Services will take place on Monday, November 30, 2015 at the Cherry Hills Community Church Chapel, 3900 Grace Blvd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. Family will receive friends from 10- 11.am, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. with burial at Chapel Hill Cemetery at 2 p.m. Memorial Donations, in Daniel's name, are suggested to: The Valarde Family Fund, C/O First Bank 9409 S. University Blvd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 or Valor Tuition Hardship Fund 3775 E. Grace Blvd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 ATTN: Jodi Fresquez. Please share memories of Daniel and condolence messages with his family below.