Colorado USA Obituaries
William Louis “Bill” Fisher, 89, formerly of Burt Lake, Michigan, passed away on Aug, 6 at Medilodge of Cheboygan following more than a 20-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on July 8, 1929, in Bay City, Michigan, to Cecil and Marion (Benette) Fisher. Bill grew up in Flint and attended Flint Public Schools. In April
Joyce Juanette Terry, 90, of Commerce City, passed away with her family by her side on Aug. 7. Joyce was born to Beldon and Elizabeth Bush on July 28, 1928. Joyce spent many years working as a secretary in education. She later retired and enjoyed spending time with her family. Joyce will forever be in
“A venturesome minority will always be eager to set off on their own, and no obstacles should be placed in their path; let them take risks, for godsake, let them get lost, sunburnt, stranded, drowned, eaten by bears, buried alive under avalanches — that is the right and privilege of any free American.” — Ed
Darlene Hattie Henderson, 75, passed peacefully surrounded by family Monday, Aug. 6. Darlene was loved by all and will be missed greatly. Dar loved tending her garden and keeping her hummingbird feeders full. She loved quilting for her family and friends. Services will be held Friday, Aug. 10, at The Church of Jesus Christ of
Luanne Marie Raun Smith passed away peacefully at her home at Brookdale Park Place on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, with Dr. Ronald Lee Smith, her husband of 62 years. He was by her side the last two years while she was in the Brookdale Hospice program. Luanne was born July 18, 1935, in Omaha, Nebraska,
Dora M. Collins, 83, of Oxford, Connecticut; formerly of Brookfield Center and a part-time resident of Breckenridge, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 27, 2018, at St. Anthony’s Medical Center in Frisco. Dora was born in Stamford, Connecticut, to John and Emma Rencsko. She was a graduate of Danbury State Teachers College, now Western Connecticut
Lorraine Claussen, age 96, of Gypsum, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 1, 2018. Lorraine was born in Odgen, Iowa. She married Arnold Claussen in May 1942 in Lincoln, Nebraska, and moved to Colorado in 1949. In 1968, Claussen moved to the Eagle Valley in Colorado, eventually settling in Eagle County near Gypsum
Henry Lovato, born Feb. 25, 1959, was a kind-hearted man whose generosity was matched only by his fun-loving attitude. He died July 19, 2018, at the age of 59, and he is survived by three sisters, one brother and a slew of nieces, nephews, cousins and life-long friends. Henry graduated from Battle Mountain High School
Marilyn Moore-Rinaldi was born in Glenwood Springs on March 3, 1942. She lived the last portion of her life in Las Vegas. Mike and Mark had her cremated and had a memorial for her at the Church in the Wind in Las Vegas. We will be having another memorial in Colorado, date to be determined,
Zach was born and raised in the Vail Valley. Upon graduating from Battle Mountain High School in 2007, he earned a B.S. in business with a minor in economics from Colorado State University. He enjoyed all sports, especially golf and football, but his favorite pastime was spending time with friends. Zach could light up a
Allen “Doc” Tulgan, M.D., loving grandfather, supportive father, irascible younger brother and patron of any and all golf courses that would have him, passed away on Friday, July 13, of complications from pneumonia related to the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia. Recognizable to fellow hackers by his ubiquitous presence on the practice tee, Doc was
Marv passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28. Marv served in the Army in the ’60s and married Janet in 1963. Beginning in 1975, Marv owned ORCO Construction Supply stores in Arizona and Nevada. Marv was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling to many places, especially the Hawaiian Islands. Survivors include his wife Janet, daughter
Richard Sherman Dirkes, 94, formerly of Port Washington, New York; Aspen and Edwards, died peacefully on Sunday, June 10, at a Denver retirement facility surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Dick was dearly loved by his family. Dick was born on March 27, 1924, to Frederick A. Dirkes
Larry Nyle LyBarger, 81, of Grand Junction, passed on May 27, 2018. Larry was born in Denver on May 18, 1937, to Nile and Naomi (Worley) LyBarger, and the family moved to Grand Junction when Larry was 12. He graduated from Grand Junction High School, class of 1955. Larry married the love of his life,
A former Vail resident from 1977 to 1995, Lynn Ann Peterson worked for Vail Resorts in mountain restaurant management, taught in the Eagle County school system, managed rental properties and worked at Vail Valley Medical Center in the Office of Development. She is survived by her husband, Nels Peterson, of Park Rapids, Minnesota; her sons
Kristin “Kris” L. Sims, a resident of Cordillera, passed away on Thursday, June 14, peacefully and surrounded by love in her home after a courageous four-year fight with cancer. She fought with grace and positivity and was an inspiration to those who loved her. Kris was born and raised in Aberdeen, Washington, to the late
Lise Lotte Kristensen, a longtime Vail local, passed away on Sunday, June 17. Lise Lotte was a lively, energetic friend. Her dazzling smile would light up a room. Lotte was also a devoted aunt and daughter. Her laughter and good humor will be missed by many. Lise Lotte lived much of her life in the
Richard S. Dirkes grew up in Floral Park, New York. He attended Chaminade High School and The Taft School. He joined the 10th Mountain Division in 1943 and trained with the 10th at Camp Hale. He transferred to air flight school in Albion, Michigan, and was transferred, once again, to the U.S. Army in an
George Middlemas passed away peacefully in Bachelor Gulch on Thursday, June 14, two days after celebrating his 72nd birthday. George was born and raised in Oakmont, Pennsylvania, graduated from Penn State University and earned a master’s degree in political science from Pittsburgh University and an MBA from Harvard University. He pursued a business career at
Jay Louis Woods, 65, died Sunday, June 10, at his home in Avon. He was born Nov. 1, 1952, in Pennsylvania. After spending 20 years in the U.S. Virgin Islands, he moved to Colorado in 1997. A local service company employed Jay for 20 years, but when he wasn’t busy with work, he could be
