Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

June  Eleanor Ringer

June Eleanor Ringer

Dec 8, 2017

June Ringer June 21, 1926-Dec. 8, 2017 June Eleanor Ringer ""June Bug"". Preceded in death by husband Robert Ringer. Survived by children Sharon (Neal) Givens, Linda (Jeff) Potter, Bill (Susan) Frye, Chandelle (Rick) Rhodes; 13 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. June was born a twin in Albuquerque, NM to a family of 13 children. She loved her...

Edward G ""Ed"" Nyhus

Edward G ""Ed"" Nyhus

Dec 8, 2017

Edward G. ""Ed"" Nyhus, 92, of Greenwood Village passed away peacefully on December 8, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife, Joy. Father of Steve (Nora) Nyhus and Diana (Randy) Clark. Grandfather of 5 and great-grandfather of 8. Funeral Mass Thursday, 10:30am, Risen Christ Catholic Parish, 3060 S. Monaco Parkway with viewing one hour prior to mass. Private Entombment...

Jacksen  A. Wotovitch

Jacksen A. Wotovitch

Dec 8, 2017

Jacksen Alexander Wotovitch, born in Denver, Colorado on Tuesday, June 9, 1998. Passed on Friday, December 8, 2017. Son of Mike Wotovitch and Lori Herrera. Brother to Nicholas Wotovitch. Grandson of Eloy Herrera, Diana Pedro, Lis Wotovitch and Marie Herrera. Nephew to Phillip (deceased) Gene, Gary (deceased), Valerie, Doris, Cathy and Christine. Numerous cousins and friends. Jacksen lived life at...

Jack Thornburg

Jack Thornburg

Dec 8, 2017

Jack Thornburg passed away on December 8, 2017 in Denver, CO. Born on February 8, 1923 in Akron, IA, the son of Lee Thornburg and Lucy Dula. He grew up in the community of Ida Grove, Iowa and served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Jack resided in Ida Grove and Sioux City, Iowa and settled in Denver in...

Gladys  E. Bernard

Gladys E. Bernard

Dec 7, 2017

Gladys E. Bernard (Alexander) was born in Ovid, Colorado on December 25th, 1925 to Otto ""Ray"" and Fern Alexander. She had a brother Ron (Thelma) Alexander. She married the love of her life Donald ""Don"" Bernard on March 10th, 1946. She raised 5 children Larry (Rosemary) Bernard, Dean Bernard, Sheila (Charlie) Newlon, LaDonna (Steve) Bonney, and Cheryl (Jay) Howard. She...

Lt. Col. Francis LeRoy Aires  Jr.

Lt. Col. Francis LeRoy Aires Jr.

Dec 7, 2017

Lt. Col. (Ret) Francis LeRoy Aires, 93, loving husband and devoted father, passed away peacefully, December 7th, 2017, joining his wife, Alice, and his son, Tommy, in heaven. He is survived by his children, Lee (and Nancy), South Bend, IN, Timmy (and Mary), Glenridge, NJ, Mary (and Dan), Sacramento, CA, Priscilla (and Tony), Lone Tree, CO, Terry (and Tamara), Colorado...

Betty  Sue Worland

Betty Sue Worland

Dec 7, 2017

Betty Sue Worland passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 7, with family by her side. She went home for Christmas and to be with her beloved husband, Wayne. Betty was born in Kansas City, Missouri on February 21, 1927 to Emanuel and Louise Shockey. Betty was employed at Beta Sigma Phi international headquarters in Kansas City for several years, and...

Kathleen McAdam

Kathleen McAdam

Dec 7, 2017

Kathy put everyone ahead of herself. Her ability to fight through some of life's most challenging issues was incredible - a gentle, loving person with an iron will dedicated to her family and God. We admired her ability to overcome whatever life threw her way. Through tears, we grieve her loss. Everyone who knew her was blessed by her love...

Rita Arellano

Rita Arellano

Dec 7, 2017

Rita Medina Arellano of Denver, CO passed away after a short illness on December 7, 2017 at her home of 49 years surrounded by her husband, Juan Arellano and children. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 2190 South Sheridan Boulevard, Denver, CO. Funeral services will be held...

Jacklene Switzer

Jacklene Switzer

Dec 7, 2017

Jacklene Switzer ""Jackie"", 90, passed away peacefully at home on December 7, 2017. She was preceded in death by loving Husband Ray, and Step-grandson, Matthew. Survived by her Daughter, Leslie (Joel); Grandson, James Ryan (Kim); Great-grandsons, Jeremyia, Kingston, Nicholas, & Bennett; Step-granddaughter Ashley; and her niece & nephews. Jackie was loved by her family & friends & will be dearly...

Jerry  Michael Glaze

Jerry Michael Glaze

Dec 6, 2017

Jerry Michael Glaze, 79 years old, passed away on December 6, 2017. Jerry grew up in North Denver - he attended Skinner Jr. High School, graduated from North High School, and maintained lifelong friendships with classmates. He joined the Navy, serving in San Diego, CA and graduated from the United States Naval School of Music. After returning to Colorado he...

Ezequiel  Cortes Quiles

Ezequiel Cortes Quiles

Dec 6, 2017

Ezequiel Cortes Quiles passed away on December 6, 2017 in Thornton, Colorado at age 22. He was born on September 27, 1995 in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. He is the dear son of Yolanda Quiles Serrano and Ricardo Cortes Rivera. He lived in Arecibo and Isabela, Puerto Rico, and Thornton, Colorado. Ezequiel wanted to become a lawyer, and left Puerto Rico...

Gilbert  J. Costa

Gilbert J. Costa

Dec 6, 2017

Gilbert (Gil) J. Costa, A.K.A G.J. to the Navy, passed away December 6, 2017. Gil was born November 1,1930 in Denver, CO. Gil is preceded in death by: daughter Elizabeth; wife Shirley; and Son Joseph. Gil is survived by wife Lucrecia (Lu) Costa; daughter Mary; son-in-law Gary, nieces Georgiana and Frances and many cousins in Canada. Interment to take place...

R.  Randy Ray

R. Randy Ray

Dec 6, 2017

Randy was an eternal optimist and giver, in life and in his work as a geologist & geophysicist. He never knew a stranger. His smile will be remembered forever. God called Randy home on December 6, 2017, just shy of his birthday on December 8. He and his wife Kathy walked this life together for 45 years (married 43 1/2...

Bonnie Weiss

Bonnie Weiss

Dec 6, 2017

Bonnie Weiss, 85, of Highlands Ranch, passed away on December 6, 2017. A Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 9 at 10am at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 5303 East County Line Road, Centennial, Colorado 80122, with a Funeral Service to follow at 11am. Please share memories of Bonnie and condolences for her family by signing the guestbook below.

Louise  Ann Lilly

Louise Ann Lilly

Dec 6, 2017

Louise Ann Lilly (nee Nuce) of Westminster, passed away at the age of 61 on Dec. 6, 2017. Born in Denver and raised in Arvada, she graduated from Arvada West High School (1974). She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Regis University (1993), and an MBA from Colorado State University (2003). Louise spent much of her life in education. She taught...

Ricardo Saul Cortes Quiles

Ricardo Saul Cortes Quiles

Dec 6, 2017

Ricardo Saul Cortes Quiles passed away on December 6, 2017 in Thornton, Colorado at age 24. He was born on November 29, 1993 in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. He is the dearly beloved son of Ricardo Cortes Rivera and Yolanda Quiles Serrano. He lived in Arecibo and Isabela, Puerto Rico, and Thornton, Colorado. Saul studied Web Design and Digital Graphics and...

Dan  M. Taylor

Dan M. Taylor

Dec 5, 2017

Dan M. Taylor June 23, 1927-Dec. 5, 2017 Born in Paonia, CO. Survived by wife Ruth; sons Bruce Dyer & Fritz Taylor; daughters-in-law Jeanine Taylor, Penny Dyer, Donna Dyer, Anita Toal; seven grandchildren; sister Kathleen Koklich; two nephews. Preceded in death by children Elizabeth Ann, Lloyd, Brian, Darun. Dan wanted to be remembered as a good father and provider for...

W.  Ruth Harris

W. Ruth Harris

Dec 5, 2017

W. Ruth Harris, 80, of Aurora passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 22, 1937 she was the daughter of the late Charles and Esther Madison. Ruth married Walter Harris and together they shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. Ruth graduated high school at 16 to then became a pediatric and geriatric...