Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Gregory  James Butzen

Gregory James Butzen

Dec 27, 2008

Greg was born in Leadville, Colorado to parents James and Danelgene Butzen. As years went by the Butzen family moved to Denver and settled down at their home in Green Mountain. Greg grew up following the footsteps of his older brother, Jeff, while leaving tracks for his younger brother, Bobby. All the while Boffa was at his side. Greg graduated...

Dale  E. Reynolds

Dale E. Reynolds

Dec 27, 2008

Dale Reynolds, 82 of Adams County, CO., passed away December 27, 2008. He was born in Adams County, Iowa on August 18, 1926. He married Joyce Kretzinger in 1946. Dale was a retired steel worker; he also served in the Army. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January...

Carol  Jean Breen

Carol Jean Breen

Dec 26, 2008

Carol passed away peacefully December 26, 2008, with her family present. Carol is survived by her mother, three children, three grandchildren, four sisters, three brothers, and two loyal dogs. Carol will be remembered for her adventurous spirit, her love of nature and animals, her strong will, and her devotion to family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at...

Monica Montoya

Monica Montoya

Dec 26, 2008

Monica Montoya, 49, entered into eternal life December 26, 2008. Monica is survived by her parents Carl Montoya & Cordelia Mayorga; her son Gabe(Perla)Sabala; Grandchildren: Azalique, LeLe, Baby G, Noah; Best Friend Sammy Sabala; Sisters Joyce (Saul) Sanchez & Laura (John Cordova) Baca; Brother Carl Montoya; Step-sister Roberta Gonzales. Monica was preceded in death by her daughter Nicole (Tinks) Sabala...

Leonard  G. Hayes

Leonard G. Hayes

Dec 24, 2008

Leonard was born in St. Paul, Minnesota. After graduating from Cretin High School in 1947, Leonard entered the Air Force and served during the Korean War. He was Honorably Discharged from the Air Force in 1953 and immediately enrolled at the University of Minnesota earning a degree in Civil Engineering. Leonard worked for PPG Industries, Martin Marietta and Coors before...

May  Aileen DeBell

May Aileen DeBell

Dec 24, 2008

May DeBell, born 1930, Denver, passed away peacefully at home December 24, 2008. May is survived by daughters; Deborah (Michael) Olson, Jan DeBell, Gina DeBell, Amanda DeBell; Sister Peggy (Doyle) Freemon; 11 Grandchildren; 4 Great-Grandchildren; numerous Nieces and Nephews. May was preceded in death by Husband, Eugene DeBell; Daughter Karen Werbach; Brothers, Vincent and Bernerd. Public visitation will be held...

Howard  Joseph Duff

Howard Joseph Duff

Dec 23, 2008

Howard J. Duff, 80, of Denver passed away on December 23, 2008. He served his country for 30 years in the United States Air Force, retiring in 1978. He is survived by his wife, Margie, children, Patrick, Maureen, Kevin, Gary, Lisa, and Christopher; and eight grandchildren. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 2pm, Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 13120 E. Kentucky Ave. Services...

Ruth  M. Crane

Ruth M. Crane

Dec 21, 2008

Ruth Crane passed away Dec. 21, 2008 at Platte Valley Hospital. She was born in 1916 in Sioux City, Iowa where she went through the city's public school system. Ruth and her younger sister, Joyce, were excellent high school basketball players. She enrolled at Morningside College where she met her future husband, Leonard. Upon graduation, she accepted a teaching position...

Joseph Gargaro

Joseph Gargaro

Dec 20, 2008

Joseph Gargaro, 86, of Denver, passed away December 20, 2008. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lucille A. Gargaro, his brothers and Sisters. Survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial, Notre Dame Catholic Church, 2190 South Sheridan, Denver, CO, December 26, 2008, 11:00 AM. The Mass will be preceded by a visitation in...

Herbert  Richard Bigalk

Herbert Richard Bigalk

Dec 20, 2008

Herbert Richard Bigalk of Aurora, CO, went home to be with the Lord December 20, 2008 after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. He was 79. Herb was born April 6, 1929, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. On October 11, 1952 he married Marilyn Dathe in a beautiful ceremony in Milwaukee. He served in the Army during the Korean War and was...

Gerald  Francis Nollette

Gerald Francis Nollette

Dec 19, 2008

Gerald F. Nollette, 84 of Denver. Preceded in death by his wife, Elaine. Father of Denise (Greg) Skidmore and Michelle Nollette; brother of Ruth Wilson and Winona Atkins; grandfather of Michael, Krista, Chad, Cole and Darian; great grandfather of Kaylie; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass Tuesday 10AM, St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 2771 Zenobia Street. Interment,...

Kasey  James Colvin

Kasey James Colvin

Dec 19, 2008

Our sweet baby boy, Kasey James Colvin, was born November 16, 2008 and passed away December 19, 2008. Kasey is survived by his parents, Kevin James and Nicolle Maria Colvin, of Aurora, Colorado; grandparents: Theresa and Scott Gridley, of Aurora, CO; Bruce and Cathy Colvin, of Henderson, Nevada; uncles: Devin Gridley, of Aurora, CO, and Chris Colvin, of Scottsdale, AZ;...

Donald  H. Lareau,  Jr.

Donald H. Lareau, Jr.

Dec 18, 2008

Born October 23, 1939 in New York, Passed Away December 18, 2008 in Littleton. Survived by his wife Mary, daughter Annie, son Don III (Daphne), step-daughter Christi, brother Aldon (Patty), sister Puddi (Richard), 3 grandchildren and many loving cousins, nieces & nephews. Beta Theta Pi - Brown University '61, Georgetown University Dental School '65, Lt. US Navy. Private dental practice...

Glenn  E. Gauthier,  Sr.

Glenn E. Gauthier, Sr.

Dec 18, 2008

Glenn E. Gauthier Sr., 73, Of Littleton. Preceded in death by his wife Marian & brothers Albert & Richard. Father of Debbie, Glen Jr. (Stephanie Herron) & Denise. Grandfather of Jeremy, Jessica & Jacque. Great-Grandfather of Emery, Evan & Kayden. Brother of Elmer, Leroy, Evelyn & Clifford. Visitation Wednesday 12:00-4:00PM, Horan & McConaty Family Mortuary, 3101 S. Wadsworth Blvd. Funeral...

James  F. LaBounty

James F. LaBounty

Dec 18, 2008

LaBounty, James F. (Jim) December 14, 1942-December 18, 2008, 66, of Castle Rock, Colorado. James F. LaBounty was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Francis W. LaBounty and Audrey R. LaBounty and moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1958. He graduated from Rancho High School in 1960. He earned his B.Sc. (1967) and his M.Sc. (1968) degrees at the University of...

Jennie  Lynn Young

Jennie Lynn Young

Dec 18, 2008

Jennie Lynn Young, of Arvada, mother of Kayela, Cody, & Michael, daughter of Debra Kaye Chavis (Bratton), niece of Brenda (Budd) Long & Marsha (John) Kimball, granddaughter of Colleen Raimondi. Visitation Monday 3:00-5:00 PM at Horan & McConaty Mortuary, 9998 Grant St., Thornton, followed by a Memorial Service at Grace Church, 6969 Sheridan Blvd., Arvada. Contributions may be made to...

Allan  C. Gullion

Allan C. Gullion

Dec 18, 2008

Allan C. Gullion of Commerce City, husband of Carolyn, father of Patti (Sam) Kawakami, Carla (James) Schwartz, also survived by 7 grandchildren & 1 gt grandson, 5 brothers & sisters. Funeral Services Friday 9:30AM at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 So. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. Interment Ft. Logan National Cemetery. Please share your memories of Allan & condolences for the...

Franklin  Wayne Pryor,  Sr.

Franklin Wayne Pryor, Sr.

Dec 18, 2008

Wayne was born in Alvin Texas March 18th 1940., He grew up and attended school in Baytown Texas. He moved to Colorado where he enjoyed playing softball, camping with his family, the Colorado Rockies, music and dancing. He was a big sports fan and spent countless hours watching College and Pro football, baseball and basketball. He remained loyal to his...

June  Grace Hart

June Grace Hart

Dec 18, 2008

June G. Hart, 86, died on December 18, 2008. Memorial Service, Saturday, Feb. 7th, 10am, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 South Wadsworth Blvd. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 1835 Franklin Street, Denver, CO 80218.

John  S. Baker

John S. Baker

Dec 17, 2008

There wasn't a train ride that John S. Baker didn't like. He rode the last segment of his lifelong journey at 1:52 a.m. on Dec. 17, 2008 to join his wife, Janet, who passed away two-and-a-half years ago. John's death ended a year of medical problems, beginning with a nighttime fall from bed in September 2007 that resulted in a...