Aug 16, 2024

Fredrick Ernest Swanson, affectionately known as “Freddie,” was born on the first of July 1941 in the vibrant city of Anchorage, Alaska, during a time when the vast wilderness held a unique charm that shaped his character. He was the cherished son of Dorothy Alaska (Shell) and Edward Emmanuel Swanson. In 1944, his mother wed Eldo L. Richardson, introducing a...

Aug 16, 2024

Ann Thompson passed away at Denver Hospice on August 16, 2024, after a long illness. She was 81. Ann was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt. She was born on August 13, 1943 to Crescencio and Rosa Salas in Sugar City, Colorado, and was raised on the family farm in Ordway, Colorado. Upon graduating from Ordway High School,...

Aug 14, 2024

Vernita Ellen (Morris) Wild was born in Chillicothe, Missouri in 1932 and passed away August 14, 2024. Born in the middle of the Depression, she was the 10th child of 10 kids, and grew up in St. Joseph, Missouri. Vernita married Richard Wild in 1958 and went on to have 4 children, nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Vernita was devoted...

Aug 13, 2024

In Loving Memory of Sara Jane Marquez (Maestas) Sara Jane Marquez, age 76, passed away peacefully at home on August 13th, surrounded by the love of her family. 

She was born on November 5, 1947, in Denver, Colorado. She was the beloved daughter of Fedencio (Jack) and Tina Maestas and a cherished sister to Kenneth and Diane. Sara was a beloved...

Aug 13, 2024

Lucy was born in Walsenburg, Colorado to her beloved parents Candido and Emiliana Garbiso in 1928. She passed on August 13, 2024, at the age of 95. She was the 6th child of 7 children and grew up in Walsenburg where she attended Walsenburg High School. 

Lucy moved to California for a brief time. That was where she married her love...

Aug 10, 2024

Hazen D. Harvell, lovingly known as Doug, was born on September 2, 1931, in the picturesque town of Greenville, South Carolina. A distinguished graduate of Clemson University, he earned his degree in architectural engineering, laying the foundation for a vibrant and fulfilling career that would span three decades with the General Services Administration for the Federal Government. Throughout his career,...

Aug 10, 2024

Aug 9, 2024

The Family of Joyce E. Williams would like to thank you for what you have done or doing to help them through this most difficult time.  Please keep this family in your thoughts. 

Aug 9, 2024

Carl Hering, 77, died peacefully in Lakewood, Colorado on August 9th, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was a devoted husband to his wife of 58 years Carol, one son Sean Hering, daughter in- law Sheri Hering & one daughter Michelle Hering. He was an incredible grandpa to five grandchildren & seven great grandchildren. 

He was born on October 9, 1946,...

Aug 9, 2024

On the morning of August 9, 2024, Dorothy Althea Montoya, age 88 of Denver passed away peacefully with family members around her at Villa Manor Care Center in Lakewood.  

Dorothy is survived by her eight loving children: Alice, Eloy (Jamie), Debra, Gary, Dennis, Jeanette, Angel, and Elizabeth; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and four siblings; Nadine, Marvin, Geraldine and Rose.

Dorothy was...

Aug 7, 2024

With heavy hearts we announce Arnold Keith Griffin passed away on August 7, 2024 in the loving care of Pathways Hospice in Fort Collins. He was 80 years old. Arnold (“Jim”) was born on November 1, 1943 in Ohio to parents Morris and Margaret Griffin. Arnold lived a life full of love and dedication to his family. He married Kathy...

Aug 7, 2024

Mary Alice Cardenas, a cherished soul whose heart embraced life’s yet profound pleasures, departed this world on August 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy woven with love, resilience, and warmth. Born on July 14, 1944, in Alamosa, Colorado, to Rose Elvira Lettig and Joe Arsenio Lucero, Mary Alice was the treasured member of a large family, graced with the companionship...

Aug 6, 2024

Arna was born March 3, 1948 to Kenny & Ruthie Hutchinson. She was raised on their small “farm” just below the water tower in Arvada, CO. She was an only child, but she grew up surrounded by a multitude of Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. She attended Arvada High School where she played saxophone in the marching band which led her...

Aug 5, 2024

Carolyn Ann Smith, 72, passed away on August 5, 2024. She was a beloved mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Carolyn was born on May 3rd in Philadelphia where she spent her childhood years. Her father's career moved the family to Denver, and she lived in the Aurora area for more than 50...

Aug 5, 2024

William "Bill" E. Reeder Jr., 88, of Englewood, passed away on August 5, 2024 at Swedish Medical Center. 

He was born on January 17, 1936, to William and Mary (Price) Reeder in New Jersey. Throughout his life, Bill touched the hearts of many with his kindness, wisdom, and unwavering strength.

Bill was a devoted and loving husband to his beautiful wife Laverne...

Aug 5, 2024

Loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Jeannette “Jan” Hazel Patchak, passed away August 5, 2024. She died peacefully at her home in Aurora, Colorado surrounded by family. She was 96 years old at the time of her passing.

Jan was born on February 25, 1928 to John and Lydia Ter Maat in Kohler, Wisconsin. When she was a small child, her...

Aug 4, 2024

In loving remembrance of Jesse Trejo, a proud Colorado native, peacefully departed to be with our heavenly father on August 4th, 2024, at the age of eighty-nine. We want to gather and honor Jesse’s extraordinary life on Sunday, September 8th at 1:00 PM at River Church located at 220 S. Yarrow Street, Lakewood, CO 80226. Jesse was adored by everyone...

Aug 3, 2024

Robert Ross Steiger, 80, of Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024, with his beloved wife, Carol, by his side, on the final day of their Alaskan cruise. 

Born on September 29, 1943, to Leonard Steiger and Shirley Deagan in Seattle, Washington, Robert dedicated his life to his family and faith. He married Carol Jungck in 1966 and...

Aug 2, 2024

In Loving Memory of Eileen Marie Trapp

Eileen Trapp, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in Colorado at the age of 77. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to loving parents, John and Ethel Mayer, in December of 1946. Her father worked tirelessly at a meat processing plant to provide for his family, while her mother devoted...

Aug 2, 2024

Marcus Lee Miller was born in Plainview, Texas on February 11, 1963, to James and Dora Lee Miller. He was the youngest of eight children. Mark graduated from Boise City High School in Boise City, Oklahoma in 1981. He was the valedictorian of the graduating class and also nominated as Mr. Boise City High School. 

Mark attended Panhandle State University. He...