Obituaries

May 19, 2025

Alicia Shanel Compos, a beloved daughter, friend, and shining light in the lives of many, departed this world on May 19, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. Born on July 19, 1987, in Denver, Alicia filled her years with kindness, strength, and an unwavering love for her family and friends.

Alicia was a remarkable individual, known for her biggest heart and genuine spirit....

May 18, 2025

Pricilla Georgia Medina, affectionately known as Honey, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, in Henderson, Colorado, at the age of 83. Born on February 12, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, Pricilla was a vibrant spirit whose presence illuminated the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her.

With her giving and caring nature, Pricilla became the bedrock of her...

May 15, 2025

Pietrina "Patti" Wampach, 77, of Louisville, Colorado passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025. Patti was born on February 2,1948 in Chicago Illinois to the late Emily and Joseph (Joe) Saladino. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Nicholas Saladino and by her husband, Kenneth Wampach. 

Patti was a 1966 graduate of Sienna High School...

May 6, 2025

Orlando Martinez passed away on May 6, 2025, at the age of 86, with his wife and daughter by his side to join his sons, in everlasting peace. He was the kind of man who could fix just about anything — and often did. He was born in La Jara, Colorado, October 2nd, 1938, and learned self-reliance and perseverance from...

Apr 21, 2025

Barbara Ann Sommerfeldt, 77, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025.

Born on May 31, 1947, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Barb was the first of five daughters welcomed by Milton (b. 1924, d. 1995) and Lorraine Grunwald (née Paasch, b. 1927, d. 2023). She was raised in the close-knit community of Black River, growing up playing in the woods...

Apr 10, 2025

Rosie Marie Folks, a beloved sister, aunt, and cherished member of her community, passed away on April 10, 2025, at the age of 76 years young. She was born on December 19, 1948, in Denver to Arthur and Jenny Folks. Rosie spent her entire life in the remarkable city of Denver, where she touched the hearts of many with her...

Apr 9, 2025

Ramona Lavonne Erickson was born September 5, 1927, and went to be with the Lord on April 9, 2025 at the age of 97. Ramona was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota to Alma and George Burke. She was baptized November 6, 1927 in Langford, South Dakota.

Ramona grew up in Aberdeen, Doland, and Watertown, South Dakota. She graduated from high school...

Apr 9, 2025

Jessica Juanita Trujillo, born on August 16, 1989, in Denver, Colorado, left this world too soon on April 9, 2025, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. She was a radiant spirit, one who infused life with laughter and love. As a cherished English teacher at Awaken Academy and a dedicated cheerleading coach and youth pastor at Elevation, Jessica inspired countless students with...

Mar 20, 2025

“When we die, we leave behind us all that we have, but we take with us all that we are, and all that we gave.” Author unknown.

Charles “Chuck” Colborg was just a few weeks shy of his 97th birthday when he passed away. He outlived his beloved wife, siblings, and most of his friends. Chuck enjoyed a remarkable 66 years...

Mar 18, 2025

Marcia Sue Johnson passed away on March 18, 2025, in Lakewood, Colorado after a long and courageous battle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). For the last year of her life, Marcia lived with 10% lung functionality and put up an incredible fight. She passed away peacefully under hospice care with her daughter present, holding her hand.

Marcia was born in...

Feb 23, 2025

Born in Wilmington, North Carolina in 1943 to John and Darlene Dirschl. They returned to Colorado when he was 6 months old. Ed was the oldest of their 4 children. Ed attended Alameda High School in Lakewood, Colorado and made many lifelong friends where he graduated in 1962. Ed then entered the U.S. Navy where he was stationed on the...

Feb 22, 2025

The family of Abel Rudolph Suazo II, sends this heartfelt message to all who knew him, respected him,

love him, of his passing, on February 22, 2025, at Parkview Care Center, 3105 W Arkansas, Denver CO

80219, with family near. He was 84 years old. Abel was the son of Abel Rudolph Suazo Senior and Dora

Sosa Suazo of Denver CO. He spent...

Feb 18, 2025

Feb 17, 2025

Benjamin Scott Lamborn (Ben), 52, a resident of Fort Collins, Colorado passed away on February 17, 2025 of complications from ALS. Ben was born February 10, 1973 to the late Donald L. Lamborn and Jacqueline K. Brandt (Merrill). He is survived by his mother Jacqueline K. Brandt (Merrill) of Goodyear, AZ, his brother and sister-in-law Lance and Sarah Jane Lamborn...

Feb 14, 2025

Larry Tilden Bennington, born on September 24, 1947, in Denver, Colorado, passed away on February 14, 2025, in Arvada, Colorado, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. He dedicated 43 years of his life to the Arvada Police Department, where he rose through the ranks to retire as a master sergeant. His profound commitment to his profession and the community...

Feb 10, 2025

Helen Irene VanWyngarden passed away peacefully in the care of Hospice of Brighton and the Staff of Nightingale Suites in Arvada, Colorado on Monday February 10, 2025. She was born September 6, 1932, in Morrill, NE to Wilhelm and Eva Lind. She graduated from Torrington High School in Wyoming. Helen married Raymond S. VanWyngarden April 25, 1954, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.The...

Feb 9, 2025

Robert Joseph Egan, known to many as "Bob," passed away on February 9, 2025, in Westminster, Colorado, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 21, 1947, in New Richmond, Wisconsin, and moved with his family to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, in November 1948.Bob graduated from Regis High School in Eau Claire in 1965 and went on to earn...

Feb 6, 2025

Alexis Lynn Arguello, born on August 23, 2006, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, departed from this world far too soon on February 6, 2025, in Fort Collins. She was a vibrant soul whose impact was felt deeply by all who knew her.

Graduating from Arvada West High School, Alexis demonstrated her passion for the arts through her involvement in catering and choir...

Jan 23, 2025

Sue was born on July 20, 1944, to Mary and Neal Retherford in Richmond, Indiana. The family moved to Denver in the late 1940's. Sue attended East High School and graduated from the University of Southern Colorado at Pueblo. She worked at the Denver Department of Social Services where she met her husband, Randy. Sue was employed as a Social...

Jan 12, 2025

Donna Coleen Basile, born on November 2, 1952, in Sibley, Iowa, and who later made her home in Westminster, Colorado, departed this life on January 12, 2025. Donna was a cherished paraeducator who dedicated her life to supporting and nurturing special needs students as they journeyed from middle to high school. Her unwavering commitment ensured that every child under her...