Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Robert Clydesdale,  Jr.

Robert Clydesdale, Jr.

Jun 28, 2008

Robert Clydesdale, Jr, 86, of Lakewood, passed away peacefully, Saturday, June 28, 2008. Robert was a native of Glasgow, Scotland and moved to the United States with his family in 1930. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on December 12, 1941. Served in the Battle of Guadalcanal in the Soloman Islands in the Pacific. He was a veteran...

Judith  A. Vandergriff

Judith A. Vandergriff

Jun 27, 2008

Judith A. Vandergriff, 67, of Denver passed away on June 27, 2008. She is survived by her children, Gene Geist, Beth Stanley, Barb Tucson, Bev Geist and Bob Geist; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and her sister Pat Calvert. Her husband, Joe, preceded her in death. Memorial Service, Thursday, 2pm, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3020 Federal Blvd.

Katherine  L. Simmons

Katherine L. Simmons

Jun 27, 2008

Kay Simmons of Northglenn, wife of Floyd Simmons, mother of Chuck Kittleson, Kathy Sipes, Ron and Ken Christy. Sister of Carol Lange. Also survived by 2 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Memorial Services, Wednesday, 2:00PM at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 9998 Grant Street, Thornton. Contributions may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 1355 S. Colorado Boulevard, Suite C-120, Denver, CO...

Loretta  Alna May

Loretta Alna May

Jun 27, 2008

Mother of 5 sons. Grandmother of 8. Funeral Service Wednesday, 4:00 PM, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 3101 South Wadsworth Boulevard.

David  Eugene Schoneman

David Eugene Schoneman

Jun 26, 2008

David Eugene Schoneman entered his eternal home on Thursday, June 26, 2008. He was born July 14, 1938, in Paonia, Colorado. He is survived by his wife, sister, great-aunt, 3 children, 9 grandchildren, 3 great- grandchildren. He is forever in our hearts. Celebration of Life, Wednesday, 10AM, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 9998 Grant Street, Thornton.

William  Howard Gillespie

William Howard Gillespie

Jun 26, 2008

William H. ""Bill"" Gillespie, 70, of Northglenn. Husband of Maryann Gillespie. Father of Eric (Teresa) Gillespie, Michael Gillespie and the late Becky Gillespie. Grandfather of Christina Gillespie, Daniel Cowan, Harley Cowan, Damien Hadley and Brice Gillespie. The family will receive friends Wednesday 5PM, concluding with the Rosary at 7PM, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 9998 Grant Street. Funeral Mass is...

Mary  A. Buxton

Mary A. Buxton

Jun 26, 2008

Mary is survived by husband, Gary. She is also survived by her son, Gary, and his wife, Kimberly, and her grandchildren, Jarrad & Taylor. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Pax Christi Catholic Church, 5761 McArthur Ranch Road, Littleton, Colorado. Please share your memories of Mary and condolences with her family...

Angela  M. Genella

Angela M. Genella

Jun 25, 2008

Beloved daughter and sister passed away at age 42 on June 25, 2008 after a long battle with a brain tumor. She is survived by her parents, Nick and Sharon Oltmans, father John Davis, brother Thomas, two sisters Melissa and Rachell, and three cats which were her children. Services will be held on Sat. at 1:30 PM, Horan & McConaty...

Eunice  E. Stump

Eunice E. Stump

Jun 25, 2008

Eunice, E. (Ralls) Stump, 89, formerly of Ellicott City, MD, passed away June 25, 2008 in Denver, CO. Beloved mother of Sam (JoAnn) Stump; loving grandmother of Derrick, Patrick, and Samantha Stump. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, George W. Stump. Private services will be held. Please sign the guestbook and share your memories of...

Bridget  Kathryn Haberkorn

Bridget Kathryn Haberkorn

Jun 24, 2008

Bridgett K. Haberkorn, 84, of Denver. Preceded in Death by husband George in Nov. of 2000. Mother of George Jr., David, Daniel, Jean Ann, Laura. Sister of Anna Crooks, Clarence Appelhans. Funeral Mass Monday, 10:00 AM St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 355 S. Navajo St. Interment Fort Logan National Cemetery. Memorials to charity of choice.

Ernest  Rocco Franca

Ernest Rocco Franca

Jun 23, 2008

Preceded in death by his wife, Claire and brothers, Robert and Francis. Survived by his children, Lawrence (Dyanne) Franca, Judith (Cid) Weishapl and Barbara (Tom) Jesik; sisters Lucille Casagranda and Lorraine Quinn; grandchildren, Cindi Weishapl, Melissa Jones, Tami Parker, Shelley Franca, Adam Franca, Brian Franca, Pam Bishop and Chris Jesik; 12 great grandchildren and numerous family and friends. Visitation Thursday,...

Joseph Iacino,  Sr.

Joseph Iacino, Sr.

Jun 23, 2008

Beloved Husband of The Late Frances (Bruno) for 75 years. Father of Lucille ""Dutchess"" Scheitler and the late Joseph F. Iacino, Jr. Son of the late Frank and Rose Occhiato Iacino. Fatherin-law of the late Councilman William A. Scheitler. Grandpa Dear of Jill, Frank (Cheryl), Eric (Kim), Karen and W. Kirk (Samantha) Scheitler, James (Leeann) Iacino and John Iacino. Great-Grandfather...

Inez  R. Knuth

Inez R. Knuth

Jun 23, 2008

Inez R. Knuth, 95, went home to be with The Lord June 23, 2008. Beloved mother of Josephine Ammon; loving grandmother of Rebecca (Christian) Andersen, Christine Bertram, Anthony (Terri) Ammon; proud great grandmother of 9 and great great grandmother of 3. Also survived by her nephews Roice Norwood and William Roice. Preceded in death by her husband of 65 years,...

Donna  R. Snyder

Donna R. Snyder

Jun 22, 2008

Donna R. Snyder of Westminster. Mother of Vicki & Larry (Elaine) Snyder, Joann Langerak; Daughter~In~Law Wendy Snyder; Sister of Joyce Gantner; Also Survived By 8 Grandchildren & 7 Great~Grandchildren. Preceded in death by Her Husband Arthur F. Snyder and Son Steven Snyder. Inurnment Monday 11:30 AM at Fort Logan National Cemetery Staging Area ""B"".

Marion  Olive Krout

Marion Olive Krout

Jun 22, 2008

Marion Olive Krout, 89, passed away June 22, 2008, while residing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was born May 27, 1919, in Bayfield, CO, to Orville and Iva Mae Peterson Senter. Marion and her husband, Arthur ""Bud"" Krout moved to Alamosa in 1952, where they co-owned and operated Bud & Carl's laundry. Marion worked at JC Penney and then worked...

Robert  Charles, Dimler

Robert Charles, Dimler

Jun 22, 2008

Bob died peacefully at home on June 22 following a three year battle with leukemia. He was 78. He was born Novemeber 29, 1929 in Denver, Colorado. His parents were Charles and Edith (Thompson) Dimler. Bob graduated from South High School in 1949 and joined the United States Marine Corps where he served for seven years. He saw duty on...

Ruth Matteson

Ruth Matteson

Jun 21, 2008

Ruth N. Matteson, 92, wife of the late Earle E. Matteson went home to Jesus on June 21, 2008, married over 70 years. Mother of Noreen (Paul) Trautwein, James (Carolanne) & Richard (Debi) Matteson, Kathee (George) Stepan, also survived by 15 grandchildren & 17 great grandchildren. Graveside service Monday July 21, 2008, 10:00 AM at Crown Hill Cemetery. In lieu...

Helen Marie ""Torchy"" Hickisch

Helen Marie ""Torchy"" Hickisch

Jun 21, 2008

Helen Marie ""Torchy"" Mahoney Hickisch passed away peacefully on June 21st after a short illness. She was surrounded by her loving family. Torchy was born in Denver in 1920. Her father owned Murphy-Mahoney Chevrolet. She attended St. Francis High School and Loretto Heights College. She was secretary in a naval office in San Francisco during WWII. Torchy married Jack Hickisch...

Wayne  Frederick Geer

Wayne Frederick Geer

Jun 21, 2008

Wayne was raised in Blackwell, Oklahoma among a large family of one sister and six brothers. He graduated from Blackwell High School in 1958. Two days after graduation, he enlisted in the US Army. In 1960, Wayne married Karen O'Meara, father of 2 sons and 1 daughter, raised a nephew – he has 4 grandchildren. Wayne's Career in Army: -...