Dennise Colleen Franklin, a compassionate soul and beacon of light, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026. Born in Port Hueneme, CA, on February 10, 1957, Dennise touched many lives with her humble spirit and generous heart. She made Aurora, Colorado, her home, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and countless memories with her beloved family...
Jane Anne Orr Mansfield, 92, formerly of Aurora, Colorado, passed away on February 5, 2026 at Middleburg Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Middleburg, Florida. She was born August 21, 1933, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, the daughter of William L. Orr and Vera (Westerland) Orr. She married Richard A. Mansfield on August 26, 1956.
Jane's scholastic journey began...
In Loving Memory of Dianna Lynn Montoya
Dianna Lynn Montoya, born on July 1, 1952, in Aurora, Colorado, was called to her heavenly home on January 22, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. Dianna was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her unwavering faith and love for those around her.
She is survived by...
It is with a twinkle in the eye and a hearty chuckle that we celebrate the life of the incomparable Marian Elizabeth Chavie, born January 13, 1977, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. A woman of bright spirit and boundless resilience, Marian left us on January 4, 2026. Much like the Volkswagen bug she loved to take on road trips, she...
Jonathan Ellis Hall (April 30, 1955) passed on—at home as he had wished—as 2025 ended and 2026 began.
Jon was born in Cedar Rapids, but spent the majority of his formative years in Creston, IA. He graduated from Creston High School in 1973, where he developed his musical talents while performing in the jazz ensemble as well...
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Ruth Imogene Thornton, a beacon of love and strength to all who knew her. Ruth, born on October 7, 1937, in Pacific, MO, USA, graced the world with her presence for 88 fulfilling years before her peaceful departure on January 1, 2026. As Maya Angelou so eloquently stated, "My mission in...
With profound sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of Andrew Mel Hansen on December 23, 2025. Born to Mel and Norma Hansen on March 27, 1968, Andrew lived a life filled with wonderful adventures until the very end.
Andrew is survived by his two precious daughters, Jordan Hansen and Shianne Saunders. Their father's love, wisdom, and guidance...
AnnaBell (Isaacs Bachmann) Stadler, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and sister, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, joining her loved ones in Heaven. Born in Tampa, Florida on May 22, 1926, to Roger and Olive Isaacs, AnnaBell lived a long, rich life just five months shy of her goal of reaching 100 birthdays.
Annabell graduated...
Dr David Kenny, VMD (10/9/1951) left this earth on 12/11/25 after a well fought health battle that he could no longer fight.
Dave was born in Staten Island, attended Essex Catholic high school in Newark and Manhattan College in the Bronx were he was the "star" pole vaulter on their track teams. He and his wife Meg...
With a heavy heart, we bid farewell to Kristine Zion, known affectionately by many as Chi Ba, who brought joy and laughter to our lives. Born on March 21, 1982, in Can Tho, Vietnam, Kristine made her transition into eternity on November 12, 2025. Her infectious laughter, unwavering empathy, and generous spirit will be dearly missed but forever treasured...
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Javier Mariscal Jr., affectionately known by many as Javi, JJ, or Bubba, on November 9, 2025. Born in Denver, Colorado, on March 9, 1988.
As the great Maya Angelou once said, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will...
Nickelous Raymon Aragon was born in Denver, Colorado, on January 6, 1965. Our beloved father, grandfather, and friend transitioned into eternal life on Thursday, October 23, 2025. If you knew Nickelous, you knew you would always get two sides of Nick - kind of like an angel on one side and a little devil on the other. Nickelous was...
In the early morning of October 4th, 2025, Marilee Hammer, my loving wife and best friend, spread her wings and soared to the heavens. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on February 4th, 1958, Marilee was a radiant beacon who lit up the lives of everyone she encountered. Known affectionately by many nicknames such as McHammer, Care Bear, Mare Bear, Sunshine,...
Ralph Edward "Skip" Pitts was a man defined by his deep faith, generous heart and devotion to family. He was received into the arms of God on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the age of 67, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Marshall, Texas, in 1957, Skip was the youngest child of James Dudley...
Raymond Renard Santa Cruz, a loving and cherished brother, was born in Los Angeles, CA on July 19, 1962, and passed away in Denver, Colorado on September 23, 2025. Raymond, known for his gentle demeanor, left an indelible mark on everyone he met. He spent the majority of his life in Denver, Colorado, where he brought his passion for...
Rudi Norbert Florian passed away at age 91 on the evening of September 15, 2025 at Harvard Square, the senior living facility where he had been a resident since November 8, 2024. He passed away from respiratory and congestive heart failure brought on by old age and exacerbated by a bout with Covid in early October 2024. He passed...
Joshua Brent Guckian, age 40, passed away surrounded by family and friends in Denver, Colorado on the morning of Monday, August 25, 2025. Josh was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on January 5, 1985, and was the only child of Jack and Angela Guckian. He is survived by both his parents and his husband and loving partner of 12 years,...
Trinda Dunlap, or "Panda" as she was known to those who were lucky enough to earn her friendship, was a spirited force of nature. Born in Littleton, CO, on the 24th of September, 1993, she leapt into the world and never stopped moving. Trinda was the kind of person who made every day an adventure, whether she was telling...
Mary E. Manzanares, also affectionately known as Della, was born on November 15, 1944 in Denver, Colorado. She left our presence at noon on August 5, 2025 at the great age of 80 years.
Mary Della was preceded in death by her beloved father, Joe Manzanares, and beloved mother, Jessie Susie Rodriguez; her brothers, Adolph Rodriguez, Bruno...