Shirley Hammes passed away in Aurora, Colorado on December 13, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Growing up with siblings Alberta and Virgil, both of whom preceded her in death, Shirley developed a resilient spirit typical of her generation of Midwestern women.
A longtime F.W. Woolworth employee, her career afforded her numerous opportunities to travel. Shirley loved collecting souvenirs, mementoes and stories to...
Don Merlyn Jones, age 90, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away Friday, December 13th, 2024 at his home. A viewing will be held at 9:30am on December 21st, 2024, with funeral services following at 11:00am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints located at 3101 S. Flanders St. Aurora, CO 80013 with President Matthews presiding.
Don was born December...
Melvin L. Gurule, a cherished husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 12, 2024, in Westminster, Colorado. Born on May 5, 1939, in, Colorado, Melvin was a steadfast figure in his community, known for his unwavering dedication to his career and family.
Melvin began his professional journey as a letter carrier, demonstrating an exceptional work ethic that propelled...
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Scott Risley on December 11, 2024, at the age of 60. Scott grew up in Denver, Colorado and graduated from Bear Creek High School. Scott was a devoted father, friend and son. He brought love, wisdom and laughter to all who knew him.
Scott dedicated his life to managing the...
Dennis R. Courtright, 82, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away Wednesday December 11th, 2024.
He was born to the late Raymond and Alice (Heller) Courtright, May 16th, 1942, in Endicott, New York. Dennis graduated from Owego Free Academy and held a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology. He was married to his wife Patricia (Piper) for 60 years, and...
Eugene Ewing, Sr. affectionately known as “Pap, Gene, or Unk” to his family and friends, was born March 24, 1949, to the late Jessie Sr. and Eatricehas Price Ewing in Prairie, Mississippi. Eugene was the third of eleven children born to this union. In addition, Eugene had two older brothers from his father’s previous marriage.Eugene confessed hope in Christ at...
David McLellan, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, at Health One Hospital in Aurora, CO, surrounded by his loving family.
Dave was born on April 17, 1932, to Herman and Beatrice McLellan. He was raised in Denver, CO, and graduated from Cathedral High School in 1950. On October 27, 1951, Dave married...
Suzanne Judith Bennett was a devoted wife of almost 14 years and loving mother of Luke, Lucy, Gloria and Charlie. She was the youngest in a family of six children.
As a child, she not only had a high IQ but also great artistic ability and loved to draw and play piano. One of the very first songs she learned to...
Jo Dean Persichetti (Roth), a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend was called home on December 8, 2024, in Aurora, Colorado, at the age of 63. Jo Dean was born on December 22, 1960, on Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, California.
Jo Dean loved cooking in her spare time as well as going out to dance with her girlfriends on the...
Victor Joseph Rael, a steadfast pillar of strength and a beacon of joy to those fortunate enough to know him, departed this life on December 8, 2024, at Denver Health Hospital. Born on August 20, 1959, in Tucson, Arizona, Victor's life was marked by a blend of humor and gruff tenderness, qualities that endeared him to many.
An accomplished entrepreneur, he...
Walter E. Taylor, 93, of Aurora, Colorado passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024.
He was born to the late Thomas and Bertha Taylor on July 18, 1931, in Princeton, NJ. Walter graduated from Princeton High School and received a BA in Business from Metropolitan State College of Denver. He married his wife, the late Claudine Taylor, in 1953.
He served in the...
Lenette Sue Gordon, born on September 20, 1949, in Iowa, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
A full obituary will appear at a later date.
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Anne Marie "Ginny" Lasser Kay
July 2, 1918 - December 7, 2024
Anne Marie "Ginny" Lasser Kay, a remarkable woman whose life spanned over a century, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the age of 106. Born in Rankweil, Austria, on July 2, 1918, to Joseph and Mary Lasser, Ginny's early years were marked by resilience and determination. Her parents...
Robert Russell Holloway (“Bobby”) was born in Rachel, West Virginia on November 1, 1939 to Lillian Waddy Holloway and Titus Holloway as the 8th of 9 children. He moved to Denver at the age of 18 with other family members and lived here the remainder of his life. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Sherron and...
Beverly Jane Cameron of Lakewood, Colorado passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the age of 90. She was born to Hazel and Harold Brock, in Des Moines, Iowa and moved to Hopkins Minnesota where she spent her adolescent years growing up. She attended the University of Colorado where she met her husband Joseph Leonard Cameron. They were married...
Rosa Soon Fah, cherished wife, devoted mother, beloved grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, in Lakewood, Colorado, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 3, 1952, in the vibrant locale of Puerto Rico but raised in Brooklyn New York. Rosa brought joy and light into the world with her infectious laughter and radiant smile. Her...
Parviz Sadrieh, affectionately known as Pat, passed away on December 3, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. He was born on May 11, 1932, in Iran, and throughout his life, he distinguished himself as a dedicated insurance broker, a profession he committed to for many years.
Pat was not only recognized for his professional contributions but also for his remarkable character. He was...