Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO
James Patrick Theriot
Oct 30, 2017
Preceded in death by his wife, Anita. Survivors include his sons, Nathan (Michelle Villars) Theriot and Christopher Theriot; mother, Mary Theriot; Grandson, Rusko James Theriot; brothers Mike (Adella) Theriot and Bill (Sandy)Theriot; sister, Kathy (Paul) Anderson; Loved one, Charlene Baker; Brother-in-law, Mike Gallegos; nieces, along with nephews and many friends.
Jody Ray McCollough
Oct 30, 2017
JODY RAY McCOLLOUGH, 62, died of cancer on Oct. 30, 2017 in Aurora, CO. Jody was born Sept. 13, 1955, on Chanute AFB in Rantoul, IL. Growing up in an Air Force family meant travel and Jody lived in or visited Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South...
Usha Herbert
Oct 30, 2017
Usha Herbert, 76, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away October 30, 2017. Usha was born on May 18, 1941 in Khandwa, M.P. India to Mr. and Mrs. K.D. Ram. She grew up in Raipur, Chhattisgarh which was very close to her maternal grandparentsâ home in the city, Dhamtari. She had six siblings, four of them were older than her. Raipur was...
Suzanne Marie Dow
Oct 30, 2017
Suzanne died peacefully surrounded by her family in Denver, CO. She was born in Rutland, VT. She is preceded in death by her father, Robert Dow; and much loved pets, Chang, Cheerio, and Missy. She is survived by her mother, Edna; brothers, Stephen (Geri) and Jack (Tom); nieces and nephews, Kathleen, Vanessa, and Nathan; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and...
Frank J. Tokar
Oct 30, 2017
Frank J. Tokar was born in Aguilar, Colorado on May 4, 2032. He passed away on October 30, 2017 in Westminster, Colorado. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2017, 2:00PM; A visitation on Friday, November 3, 2017, 5:30PM followed by a Rosary at 6:00PM at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel (7577 West Arvada Avenue, Arvada, Colorado)....
Mark Patrick Bidon
Oct 29, 2017
Mark Patrick Bidon, age 50, passed away October 29, 2017. Mark was born January 31, 1967 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Mark is survived by his parents Eugene and June Bidon of Westcliffe, Colorado. He is also survived by his sister Lesley, brother-in-law Doug Linton, nieces Chelsea and Madison of Fort Morgan, Colorado; sister Cherie, brother-in-law Doug Piccone, nieces Giovanna and...
Frederick George Spratte
Oct 29, 2017
Frederick George Spratte passed away on October 29, 2017 in Lafayette, Colorado. Born on January 13, 1938 in Denver, Colorado. The son of Irma Carr and Otto Spratte. He lived in Arvada, CO most of his working days as a business consultant. Frederick was a dedicated Broncos season ticket holder and spent many years in bowling leagues. During his retired...
Mary J. Kelly
Oct 28, 2017
Mary, 87, of Denver, Colorado, passed in the company of her family on October 28, 2017. She was born in Denver, Colorado on September 19, 1930 to her parents, James & Helen Johnson. Mary had a deep faith, relentless sense of humor, and always had spunk for each of her friends. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, November...
Rodney Glen Arneson
Oct 27, 2017
Rodney G Arneson 15 month old of Kiowa, passed away on October 27th 2017 surrounded by loving family and friends, in his home. Rodney was born on July 28th 2016, he was the son of Robert Arneson and Jennifer Arneson. Rodney was born with Jacobsen syndrome and fought against all the odds he was faced with. Rodney's impact on so...
Troy Kenneth Merkle
Oct 27, 2017
Troy Kenneth Merkle was our beloved son, nephew, cousin, and grandson. His smile lit up the room and his laughter touched so many. He will be missed by the Merkle, Reece, Kompass, and Llewellyn families. He was the strongest human we know. He had the most beautiful soul. We will love him forever and more. For he stole our hearts...
Margaret Garland Hosey
Oct 26, 2017
Margaret G. Hosey was born on June 26, 1923 in Hudson, Colorado to Leo and Jessie Thompson. She passed away on October 26, 2017. She was proceeded in death by her husband Ora Scott Hosey and son, Robert Scott Hosey. She was survived by her daughter Nancy Ludvik (Jim), grandchildren Terrie (Bob) Snell, Scott Ludvik and Shelley (Willy) Colby. And...
Lawrence ""Larry"" Barrett
Oct 26, 2017
Lawrence Earl Barrett, 88 years old, a loving, kind and generous spirit, peacefully passed on Oct. 26, 2017 after a very full and happy life. Mentally sharp till the end, he has led a life dedicated and committed to family. Full of humor, hardworking, and modest, Larry had high standards of conduct in business and personal life. A Colorado native,...
James Trammell
Oct 26, 2017
James L. Trammell, 70, of Morrison, Colorado passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, October 26, 2017. Born in Crane, Texas on September 20, 1947 he was the son of the late Louie and Doodle Trammell. Survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Elizabeth (Whitehair) Trammell; children Talmadge Trammell (Sarah), Lauren Trammell Eller (Alex), and James...
William L. Troxel
Oct 26, 2017
William L. ""Bill"" Troxel, 89, passed away on October 26, 2017. Bill is survived by his wife of 67 years, Sylvia; sons, Bill (Alletha), Dennis (Kathy), Rich (Angi) and John (Christy); 9 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. Bill loved all things outdoors such as camping, fishing and golf. Most important to him was spending time with family, especially his grandchildren....
Faustina Marie Yantorno
Oct 26, 2017
Faustina Marie Yantorno, our deeply loved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on October 26, 2017. She was born on October 27, 1927 in Denver, Colorado. Faustina was co-owner of Center Greenhouse and Center Land Company. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carl Yantorno, her parents Antonio and Elizabetta Cavaleri Mottola and brother, Louis. Faustina is survived by her...
William Arthur Ward
Oct 25, 2017
WIlliam Arthur Ward 1941 ~2017 Survived by his wife Diane, two daughters, Deborah Zimmerman and Wendy Brooks, grandchildren; Matthew Zimmerman, Tanya Holden, Tami Zimmerman, Eli Brooks, and Levi Brooks, and four great grandchildren. Employed by 5 Star RV Center for 23 years.
Louisa M. Reis
Oct 25, 2017
Louisa M. Reis passed away on October 25, 2017, in Denver, Colorado. Louisa was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Reis and brothers John Lindloff and Calvin Lindloff. She is survived by her daughters Kaye (Robert) Rauscher and Lois (Paul) Betthauser; her son Greg (Marti Scamman) Reis; 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be...
Richard Oliver Tasa
Oct 24, 2017
Richard (Dick) Oliver Tasa, 82, of Northglenn, Colorado went to live with his Lord and Savior on October 24, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Arvelynne (Hanson) of 63 years, his 3 children, Sheri (Michael), Steven (Christine), and Stacey. 3 Grandchildren, Stephen (Danielle), Makenzie, and Courtney, plus one great-grandson, Oliver. A Celebration of Life will be held at The...
Rick Stewart Buen
Oct 24, 2017
Rick Stewart Buen of Wheat Ridge, Colorado passed away on October 24, 2017 at the age of 61. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, October 31, 2017 beginning at 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 7577 West 80th Avenue, Arvada, Colorado. A Graveside service will follow at 12:00 PM at Fort Logan National...
William Bill Riaski II
Oct 24, 2017
William A. âBillâ Riaski, born March 27, 1935, in Omaha, Nebraska, passed away on October 24, 2017, after several months of failing health. Bill graduated from high school in Guthrie Center, Iowa and enlisted in the US Army as a Radar Repair Supervisor from 1957 to 1962. Following his military service, Bill graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil...
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