Rosann Marie Doran

Rosann Marie Doran, 70, of Broomfield, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday after a brave 18 month struggle with cancer. She was surrounded by dear friends and loved ones, including her sister, Danette Grauberger and son, Daniel Doran. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Bob Grauberger, nephew, Josh Grauberger, and great-niece Lexi Marie, as well as numerous and beloved family members throughout Denver.

 

Family was first and foremost to Rosann. She was born in Denver, the daughter of Daniel (Wally) Schaffer and Josephine Schaffer (neé Brancucci). Rosann grew up in Arvada with her sister Danette, where she attended Arvada High School. Later, she graduated from the University of Northern Colorado, receiving her BA in English (1969). In the mid-1970s, she moved to Broomfield, where ‘family’ expanded to include her tenacious and loving friendships with a wide array of friends.

 

A consummate lover of language, Rosann turned her degree in English into a longtime career in journalism. She cofounded the Broomfield Enterprise newspaper (1975). After the sale of the newspaper in 1987, Rosann transitioned to become Broomfield’s public information officer, a post she held for more than 20 years.

 

In 2013, Rosann won a Heartland Regional Emmy Award for producing the video, “Broomfield: Spirit of the American Dream.” That same year, she was awarded The “Heart and Soul of Broomfield” award by the Broomfield Community Foundation, in recognition of her years of dedicated service.

 

In retirement, Rosann maintained her passion for Broomfield and its people. She continued to volunteer, and served on a number of committees and boards, including the Broomfield Senior Resource Center, the Broomfield Depot Museum, the Broomfield Chamber of Commerce, the Broomfield Community Foundation, the Emergency Family Assistance Association board, and as secretary for Colorado Press Women.

 

Rosann never lost sight of her family roots in Arvada and Denver. She was a devoted and loving single mother, supporting her son in ways large and small throughout his life – all the way to his becoming a physician. She loved spending time with her huge family, helping cook for enormous Italian family gatherings, and personally caring for her aging parents and aunts.

 

Finally, Doran was an active member Nativity of our Lord Catholic Church for more than 40 years. Rosann’s lifelong work for others was simply the natural expression of her faith and spirituality.

 

For more on her amazing life, please visit

 

http://www.broomfieldenterprise.com/news/ci_32255181/broomfield-icon-rosann-doran-dies

 

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 12th, from 5PM – 7PM, concluding with the Rosary at 7 PM, at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 7577 West 80th Avenue in Arvada. The Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, November 13th, 10AM at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, 900 West Midway Boulevard in Broomfield, followed by a reception. Interment will follow at Crown Hill Cemetery in Wheat Ridge.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests spreading Rosann’s great gift of charity and service through a contribution in her honor to Senior Resources of Broomfield, PO Box 714, Broomfield, CO 80038, the Broomfield Depot Museum, 2201 West 10th Avenue, Broomfield, CO 80020, or the community-based charity of your choice.

Visitation: November 12, 2018 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Horan & McConaty - Northwest/Arvada
7577 W. 80th Ave.
Arvada, CO 80003

Rosary: November 12, 2018 7:00 pm

Horan & McConaty - Northwest/Arvada
7577 W. 80th Ave.
Arvada, CO 80003

Funeral Mass: November 13, 2018 10:00 am

Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church
900 West Midway Boulevard
Broomfield, CO 80020
303-469-5171
https://nool.online/