Recent Obituaries in Denver, CO

Sep 16, 2024

Ivy Cheryl Gillespie, a vibrant soul who radiated joy and love for life, passed away on September 16, 2024, in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Born on January 11, 1952, in Oakland, California, Ivy brought a spark to everyone she encountered, embodying an adventurous spirit and a genuine enthusiasm for the world around her.

Ivy's passions were as colorful as her personality. She...

Sep 15, 2024

David P. Mata, age 46, passed away in Thornton, Colorado on September 15th, 2024. He passed peacefully with a dear family friend at his side. David attended and graduated from Centaurus High School, where he met and maintained lifelong friendships, a testament to many lifelong relationships he would go on to cherish, he was a dedicated and highly appreciated employee...

Sep 15, 2024

Please join us at the funeral service and reception for Joanne Edwards. Service details below. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Joanne's honor to the Wounded Warriors Project. 

Sep 14, 2024

Joyce Adelaide Bishop

December 10th, 1930 - September 14th, 2024 

Joyce Adelaide Bishop, of Lakewood, went to be with her Savior September 14th, 2024. Born December 10th, 1930 to Celestine and George Pohl of Wheaton, Minnesota. Joyce grew up alongside four siblings on the family farm in Rosholt, South Dakota. 

After graduating from St. Francis Hospital School in 1951, Joyce moved to Denver...

Sep 14, 2024

Sep 13, 2024

Phyllis Jean Fitzekam Ryan of Lakewood, Colorado entered Eternal Rest on September 13, 2024. 

Phyllis was the first child of Ralph G. and Irene (Kreifels) Fitzekam. She was born September 12, 1934 in Nebraska City, Nebraska. In 1934, her family moved to Mitchell, Nebraska where her father owned and operated Fitzekam Plumbing and Heating. Phyllis graduated from Mitchell High School in...

Sep 11, 2024

Roseann Mondragon Dickerson Barnett  

December 23, 1951 - September 11, 2024 

Roseann Dickerson Barnett, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 11, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on December 23, 1951, she was a vibrant and beloved member of her family. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Casanita Mondragon, and her brothers, Joe Jr....

Sep 11, 2024

Richard "Dick" Sebben passed away on September 11, 2024.

Further service arrangements will be announced soon.

Sep 11, 2024

Patricia Marie Schultz, 67, of Denver, Colorado passed away on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024. She was born on March 14th, 1957 in Denver, Colorado, to loving parents Marion Hayden and Francis Patton.

Patty attended Adams City High School. She worked at Western Electric/AT&T for many years, then at Central City before finishing her working career with FedEx.

Patty enjoyed cats, classic cars,...

Sep 10, 2024

Myong Sun Kim Fails, daughter of Kim Chon Suk and Song Hi Bok and a beloved member of her community, passed away on September 10, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. Born in Seoul, Korea, on October 2, 1944, Myong was known for her strength, her courage in breaking social barriers, her fiery spirit, her warmth, dedication, and her love for those...

Sep 10, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Cossie Mae Mills, a loving wife and mother, who departed this life on September 10, 2024, in Denver, Colorado, at the age of 83. Born on November 16, 1940, in Selma, Alabama, Cossie dedicated her life to her family and community.

In 1958, Cossie and her family moved to...

Sep 10, 2024

Walter F. Hansen, 87, passed away on September 10, 2024. Full obituary to follow. 

Sep 9, 2024

Dave was born at home to Eva (Chavez) and Ralph Manzanares on March 27, 1953, in Pueblo, Colorado. Dave graduated from East High School in 1971 and then attended Colorado State University of Pueblo. He and Kathleen (Lucero) were married in Denver, Colorado in 1972 and at the time of his passing they had just celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary....

Sep 7, 2024

Jinx Lynn Finch was born in Youngstown, Ohio on December 5th, 1952. She spent most of her youth in Denver, Colorado with her mom Beverly and her three siblings Jeff, Holly and Scott. Jinx attended Thomas Jefferson High School and became a police officer shortly after and also worked for Colorado Bureau of Investigation. In 1976 she met her husband...

Sep 7, 2024

John Thomas “Jack” Lappin Jr. died in Denver on Sept. 7, 2024, age 90.

Jack was born in Denver on May 29, 1934, the oldest of three children of John T. Lappin Sr. and Roberta Louise Adams Lappin. He attended South High School and left school in 1951 to join the U.S. Navy, serving in San Diego as a dental technician....

Sep 7, 2024

John was born and raised in Colorado Springs, a second generation native. He spent some time in Mississippi with his mother’s family while his father served in WWII. After the war, his grandfather, Judge Young, served two years as a presiding judge at the Nuremburg Tribunals. He is survived by his wife Claire and daughter Tricia.



He and Claire met at...

Sep 6, 2024

Mark Herrin passed away unexpectedly on September 6, 2024 in the Aspen, Colorado area.

He was born on November 13, 1963 to Leslie and Betty Herrin in Columbia, South Carolina. He was the youngest of 4 children. He met his future wife, Jean Jackson, in Normandy, France. They were married on July 4, 1998 in Monterey, California. Mark and Jean welcomed...

Sep 6, 2024

Richard Safe, born January 21, 1954, passed, surrounded by his family on September 6, 2024. 

Retiring as a captain, Rick spent 28 years helping his community through the Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Department by heading up rescue efforts and working on wildland fires. 

He is survived by his wife Arla, son Jeff (Rachel), daughter Janel, grandchildren Zach, Aislynn, Colton, Tucker and brother...

Sep 6, 2024

Peter K. Fagan, 76, passed away September 6, 2024. Full obituary to follow. 

Sep 6, 2024

Denise Darlene Scott passed into the loving hands of our savior on September 6, 2024 at 6:45 in the morning.  She is at peace after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis and Diabetes.  

Denise was a graduate of the University of Colorado, Denver, majoring in History.  Institute of  American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, majoring in Museum Studies and graduate...