Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Nov 15, 2022

Matthew Ryan Bern (still known as Matt by his beloved cousins and aunts and uncles) came into the world on December 21, 1974 at the Naval Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina. He was welcomed by his mother and father Diana and Brad Bern and his one and only big sister, Michelle Bern. His family moved to Cedar Falls, Iowa...

Nov 15, 2022

Wayne Bullard age 95, passed peacefully near family and many friends at Mapleton Care Center in Lakewood, on November 15, 2022. He was born in Wray, CO on November 6, 1927 and grew up on a farm with his parents Steve and Zadie and siblings LeRoy and Phyllis. He graduated from Wray High School and joined the Navy just...

Nov 15, 2022

Teresa passed away on November 15th, 2022, at the age of 65. She was born on April 25th, 1957, to Shirley & Clarence Troutman in Hamilton, OH. She graduated in 1975 from George Washington High School in Denver, CO.

Growing up, many knew her as Teri, Bones, and simply- Teresa. She was a fun-loving and a very...

Nov 15, 2022

It is with sadness that we announce that Donna Mae (Murray) Eriksen has passed away.

She is survived by her sons Rick (Lark), Steve (Catherine), Greg and daughter Karen (Jack); grandchildren Stephanie (Robert), Joel (Gloria), Timothy (Christin), Linsie, Kyle, Kelsey (Sean), Skylar (Brittany) and Kayla (Jose); great-grandchildren Sophie, Mark, Timothy, Jackie, Jensen, Alan, Oliver, Walter,...

Nov 15, 2022

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at Eleven Thirty in the Morning at Highline Community Church located at: 6160 South Wabash Way in Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111.

A Graveside service will be held on Friday, December 30, 2022 at One Thirty in the Afternoon at Fort Logan National Cemetery.

Nov 15, 2022

Delores Nitz of Aurora, Colorado, entered her heavenly home on November 15, 2022, at the age of 87.  She is survived and loved by her husband, Chuck Nitz; daughters, Pam Palone (Pete) and Peggy Rupp (Bill); sister, Beverly Revas; grandchildren, Patrick Palone (Jenn) and Preston Palone (Megan); four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death...

Nov 14, 2022

Michael Drakulich of Lakewood, Colorado died November 14, 2022 of a heart attack at Saint Anthony Hospital, surrounded by family and loved ones. He is preceded in death by son Durl Drakulich (Renee); by parents Ely and Mara (Matich) Drakulich; by siblings Ljubica Drakulich, Catherine Thompson (Bill), Sophie Churchich (Joe), Sam Drakulich (Beatrice), Zorka Povich (Paul), Ruby Zansky (Joe),...

Nov 14, 2022

Douglas Van Stone Seifert age 70, passed away unexpectedly November 14, 2022 at his home in Aurora, Colorado.

He is survived by his wife, Maureen Seifert; son, Michael Sedan of Aurora, Colorado; twin sister, Anne Hulm of Lafayette, Colorado; and his “other children,” pups Milo and Alleigh.

He is preceded in death by his parents...

Nov 14, 2022

Maxine (Penzell - Solat) Nelson, 87, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2022. Maxine was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and hosted wonderful holiday meals and parties. Her love of art, antiques, and entertainment continued when she retired and moved to Heritage Eagle Bend in Aurora, Colorado. She...

Nov 14, 2022

Alfred Rodgers, age 75, passed away on November 14, 2022.

Alfred was born in Brooklyn, New York to Bertha and Alfred Rodgers.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Ronald and sister Claudia. He is survived by his wife, Margaret (Peggy), children Dennis Rodgers and his...

Nov 13, 2022

Robert "Mitch" Miller, iconic pillar of open wheel Midget Racing in Colorado and National Hall of Famer passed away at home on November 13, 2022m at the age of 86. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Robert is survived by wife Beth; sons, Chris, Steve, and Vince; sister, Bette; grandchildren Cristen, Kinley, Makenzie, Makayla,...

Nov 13, 2022

James Franklin Pierce (Jim) passed peacefully from this earth surrounded by his family at home.

At 17, Jim enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served his country as a signalman on an aircraft carrier in World War II. He and his sweetheart, Marilyn Cowherd, were married in February of 1947. Jim enjoyed a long career as a...

Nov 13, 2022

Rita Marie McCall, age 88, passed away on November 13, 2022 at her home in Littleton, Colorado with her family by her side. She was born on June 30, 1934 in Pembina, North Dakota to Antoinette and Theodore Desrosier. Rita is survived by her husband of 68 years, Jim McCall and their four children, Laurie and David McElwain, Olathe,...

Nov 13, 2022

Gerard Lee Gurule, 61, of Denver passed away on November 13, 2022 at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado. Gerard was born on May 14, 1961 in Denver, Colorado. He was the son of Delfino and Susana (Trujillo) Gurule. Gerard married the love of his life Sharon (Guzman) on April 16, 1983 and they shared 40 years together.

Nov 13, 2022

Calvin Oliver Lapuyade, born April 28, 1930, passed away on November 13, 2022, at 92 years old.

Calvin is survived by his son, Keith Lapuyade, daughter-in-law, Marianne Lapuyade, and two grandchildren: Remy Calvin Lapuyade (8) and Jules Armand Lapuyade (6), who he adored.

Calvin was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and raised by his grandmother...

Nov 13, 2022

On November 13, 2022, Ernst H. Behr completed his life journey. As Ernst took his final breaths, he was encircled by his three children who held hands with him and among one another. We pray that Ernst’s spirit joined that of his wife of over 55 years, Jill Louise Behr, in the spirit realm, and that they are now...

Nov 13, 2022

Corey J Barker (52) passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Corey was born in Wheat Ridge, Colorado on June 26, 1970, and graduated from Arvada High School. Corey was married to his best friend, DeAnne, for 31 years and his greatest accomplishments were his five children, Meaghan, Kenzie, Cayla, Ryan and Miyah. Corey was the foundation of his...

Nov 12, 2022

Terrence Joseph Brady, 75, of Evergreen, Colorado passed away on November 12, 2022 in Lakewood after a short but hard-fought battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. Known by all as “Terry,” he is survived by his wife of 52 years, Karen Brady, his sons, Devin Brady (Tara Brosnan) and Ryan Brady,...

Nov 12, 2022

John Michael Walsh passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on November 12, 2022.

Born May 4, 1944 in Denver, Colorado, he was the son of Denise Lucille Law Walsh and Edward Richard Walsh.

John attended St. Vincent de Paul, Regis Jesuit High School and the University of Colorado.

His career in...

Nov 10, 2022

Jan Walter Vonburg, age 72, passed away on November 10, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. Jan was born on February 12, 1950 in Mitchell, South Dakota, the son of Vernon and Harriet (Schlager) Vonburg.

Jan attended Mitchell High School where he excelled as an athlete in football, basketball and track & field. His talent for competition shone brightly...