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Leo E. Jaschke, 54, of Westminster, Colorado passed away after a battle with metastatic thyroid cancer on November 20, 2024 in Lafayette, Colorado surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 28, 1970 in Little Falls, Minnesota to Marcine (Turchin) and Ernest Jaschke. He moved to Colorado in 1992 and married Kathy (Freeman) on April 29, 1995. Leo was one of 11 siblings, including 6 brothers and 4 sisters, raised on the family farm outside of Randall, Minnesota. He attended Little Falls Community High School and went on to graduate with his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Mankato State University in 1992. He started his career as a Financial Analyst at Celestial Seasonings,...

Sarah "Gaye" Ricks Spruell, of Fort Collins, Colorado, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024. She leaves a legacy of love, unwavering support, and will forever be remembered by all who knew her. She was born on January 21, 1945, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, to Major General Earl Thornton Ricks and Mrs. Hazel Brown Ricks and was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Nancy June Bryant and her brother Earl T. Ricks, Jr. Gaye's greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her sons, Mike Spruell, Jr. and his wife, Heather, and Justin Spruell, as well as her treasured grandchildren, Wyatt, Bennett, Greyson, and Fletcher. She also leaves behind her sister Shannon Cammack, along with...

Harlene "Duffer" James Lettau, age 92, passed away on May 17, 2024, in Louisville, CO. Harlene was born on August 17, 1931 in Harrold, SD. At a young age, Harlene left school to help his mother tend to the family farm after the death of his father. He honorably served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. In 1957, Harlene married Carol Frances Weber. Pursuing his education later in life, Harlene took courses at Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO. He briefly worked in construction before securing a long-term position as a surveyor with the Colorado State Highway Department, from which he retired in 1987. Harlene really had a passion for golf, for which he was an avid...

Carol Lynn Kingma Schug, born January 10, 1947, passed away on April 15, 2024, at the age of 77. She was surrounded by all her loved ones during her final days. Carol graduated from the Professional Business Institute, Minneapolis, in 1968. She received her degree as a Medical Laboratory Technologist. Soon after, in June 1968, she married LeRoy F. Schug in Clarks, Nebraska. While in Nebraska, she worked at Lexington Hospital, and then transferred to Litzenberg Memorial Hospital in Central City, Nebraska. While there, she was the only Laboratory Technologist so worked almost every day, 24/7, for the hospital. LeRoy was hired with AT&T Bell Labs in Westminster, Colorado and they moved to...

Sherwood Peter Jensen, former Ft. Morgan resident, died on December 24, 2023, at his home in Broomfield, CO. He was born on March 18, 1928, to Karen Margrethe Jensen and Christian Marinus Jensen in Rodney, IA. After his 1945 graduation from Smithland High School, where he played basketball, he worked at a local filling station and then a hardware store. In 1950, he married Marion Siebert, and they had two children, Stan, and Karen. The family moved to Emerson, NE, in 1959, where Sherwood owned and managed the Jensen Lumber Company. In 1962, the family moved to Ft. Morgan, CO, where Sherwood, who was known to most friends as Pete, was employed first as assistant manager and later as...

Marjorie E. Tretter passed away December 23, 2023. Family and friends are invited to view the full obituary, sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.horancares.com

Audrey A. Kistler, age 81, long time resident of Gillette WY & Broadus MT, passed away 09/27/2023, at her home in Commerce City CO, which she shared with her daughter & Son-In-Law. She passed due to complications with COPD, which she had for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Opal & Otto Compton; her husband Richard (Dick) D. Kistler; her sister Ellen Blakeman and her son Harold W. Morganflash. She is survived by her children, Becky Harris (Bob), Rachel Kleinschmit (Jason) and Audie Harris (Chi). Her 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was born in Gillette on February 23, 1942, and went through school in...

James Elmer Friesen passed away on August 30, 2023, at his home with family and friends by his side. He was born in Imperial NE on November 22, 1941, to Gustav and Elma Friesen. He was the youngest of three children. Preceded in death were his parents and brother Lowell Friesen (Carol)and sister Delpha DeKoekkoek (Chuck). He was raised on a farm near Madrid, NE where he attended Madrid Public Schools. He graduated in 1965 from the University of Nebraska at Kearney where he majored in business administration. He left NE after college and moved to Denver where he was employed by the First National Bank of Denver from 1966-1973. During his banking career he was in the Air Force Reserves and...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Andrew Robert Toof, a beloved son, friend, and cherished member of the community. Andrew's journey on this earth came to an end on August 16, 2023, as he entered eternal life, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unforgettable memories. Born on February 22, 1983, to Robert (Bob) and Karen, Andrew was a beacon of light from the moment he entered the world. His infectious laugh, smile, and warm personality touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He grew up in Broomfield with his best friend, Ryan Fischer, whom everyone assumed was his brother. Andrew's unwavering compassion and genuine concern...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Andrew Robert Toof, a beloved son, friend, and cherished member of the community. Andrew's journey on this earth came to an end on August 16, 2023, as he entered eternal life, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unforgettable memories. Born on February 22, 1983, to Robert (Bob) and Karen, Andrew was a beacon of light from the moment he entered the world. His infectious laugh, smile, and warm personality touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He grew up in Broomfield with his best friend, Ryan Fischer, whom everyone assumed was his brother. Andrew's unwavering compassion and genuine concern...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Andrew Robert Toof, a beloved son, friend, and cherished member of the community. Andrew's journey on this earth came to an end on August 16, 2023, as he entered eternal life, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unforgettable memories. Born on February 22, 1983, to Robert (Bob) and Karen, Andrew was a beacon of light from the moment he entered the world. His infectious laugh, smile, and warm personality touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He grew up in Broomfield with his best friend, Ryan Fischer, whom everyone assumed was his brother. Andrew's unwavering compassion and genuine concern...

Elizabeth Benson, 85, passed away 6/19/2023. She is survived by her children Mary McGregor and Leo Benson: grandchildren Megan, Evan & Emma McGregor, and Sabrina, Curtis & Fiona Benson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years Francis "Bud" Benson. A Funeral Mass and reception will be held at 11:00 AM on July 12th at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, Broomfield, Colorado. A graveside service will be held at 2:30pm Thursday, July 13th at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to view the full obit at www.horancares.com.

Joy Lissa Schlichter passed away suddenly on May 1st 2023. Joy is survived by the lights of her life, her children Bryan and Ali, her longtime companion and best friend, Steve Anderson, Her ex-husband Werner Schlichter, and her siblings: Debbie, Tracy and Robbie Zobel. Joy was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Barbara Zobel, as well as her brother Terry. Joy touched an incredible amount of people in her 64 years of life. Joy was born in Dallas, Texas, on May 21st 1958. Later, her and her family moved to Livingston, New Jersey where her parents raised her and her 4 siblings. Joy graduated high school early and enrolled at Fairleigh Dickinson University, in New Jersey. She then...

Marilyn M. Jakaitis (nee Roubik), age 91, formerly of Chicago's south side Mt. Greenwood neighborhood passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Beloved wife of 57 years to the love of her life the late Leo J. Jakaitis, retired CPD. Loving mother of Karen (Ronald) Harms and to the late Michael "Jake" retired CFD (Cathie) Jakaitis. Grandmother to Michael, Katherine, Jessica, Jacob and Joseph. Great-grandmother to Jaxon and Landon. Daughter to the late Matthew and Mae (nee Pavlik) Roubik. Sister to the late Matthew "Mick" retired CPD (late Marilyn) Roubik, late Patricia (late Steve) Crenshaw, late Barbara (late Wilbert) Hechler, late Deanna (late George) Vanko, Carol "Charlotte"...

Visit 11am, Funeral 1pm all on Wed. Feb 15 at Horan & McConaty-Thornton CO. Livestream of service is at https://bxcited.com/robert-stephen-vincent-pitiak/. Visit horancares.com for full obit and sign online guestbook.

Barbara was a long time resident of Westminster, CO. She was born in Oscoda, MI and was preceded in death by her husband, Darold Green, her parents and two brothers. She was survived by her brother Jim Larson (Mary) and her children, Christina Yule (Dennis), Sherry Nesmith (Chris), Paula Stepansky (Mark), and Jeffery Green (Pam) and 11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She retired from Westminster School District 50 after a 20 year career. Services to be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made in lieu of flowers to Pathways Hospice, 305 Carpenter Road, Fort Collins, CO 80525 or online at www.pathways-care.org in memory of Barbara Green.

The community and our family mourn the loss of Officer Ashley Haarmann. Ashley was born on January 4, 1986. After overcoming many life obstacles, she decided to serve the public. Ashley served proudly as a police officer for the Houston Police Department for 5 years, 2 of which were spent in the Crime Reduction Unit of the Gang Division. Ashley understood the dangers of drugs and had a passion for getting them off the street. Ashley served with the Boulder Police Department after she moved to Colorado in May of 2020 to be near the mountains. She was also working towards a degree in the profession she was so proud of, Criminal Justice. Ashley lived life on her terms. Her tenacity...

The community and our family mourn the loss of Officer Ashley Haarmann. Ashley was born on January 4, 1986. After overcoming many life obstacles, she decided to serve the public. Ashley served proudly as a police officer for the Houston Police Department for 5 years, 2 of which were spent in the Crime Reduction Unit of the Gang Division. Ashley understood the dangers of drugs and had a passion for getting them off the street. Ashley served with the Boulder Police Department after she moved to Colorado in May of 2020 to be near the mountains. She was also working towards a degree in the profession she was so proud of, Criminal Justice. Ashley lived life on her terms. Her tenacity...

The community and our family mourn the loss of Officer Ashley Haarmann. Ashley was born on January 4, 1986. After overcoming many life obstacles, she decided to serve the public. Ashley served proudly as a police officer for the Houston Police Department for 5 years, 2 of which were spent in the Crime Reduction Unit of the Gang Division. Ashley understood the dangers of drugs and had a passion for getting them off the street. Ashley served with the Boulder Police Department after she moved to Colorado in May of 2020 to be near the mountains. She was also working towards a degree in the profession she was so proud of, Criminal Justice. Ashley lived life on her terms. Her tenacity...

The community and our family mourn the loss of Officer Ashley Haarmann. Ashley was born on January 4, 1986. After overcoming many life obstacles, she decided to serve the public. Ashley served proudly as a police officer for the Houston Police Department for 5 years, 2 of which were spent in the Crime Reduction Unit of the Gang Division. Ashley understood the dangers of drugs and had a passion for getting them off the street. Ashley served with the Boulder Police Department after she moved to Colorado in May of 2020 to be near the mountains. She was also working towards a degree in the profession she was so proud of, Criminal Justice. Ashley lived life on her terms. Her tenacity...

Lois passed away on April 17, 2021 in Easley, SC. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021, 10am, at Horan & McConaty, 9998 Grant Street, Thornton, CO 80229