Horan McConaty - Wadsworth

Steven Terlecki passed away just shy of his 69th birthday, having fought pancreatic cancer for almost a year. Steve grew up in Chicago but headed to the University of New Mexico (UNM) in 1970 to study geology. There, he joined the mountaineering club, met his future wife, and spent weekends investigating new areas in the state: the mountains, deserts, mines, and exotic lands. After UNM, he began a lifelong career in petroleum exploration geology working for or consulting with many companies in Colorado, Oklahoma, Wyoming, Utah and Texas. He was a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG), Tulsa Geological Society (TGS), Oklahoma City Geological Society (OCGS), and...

Lieutenant Colonel, United States Air Force John Edward Bartos, age 85, passed away on February 1, 2022. John is survived by his beloved wife, Karen (Ausbrook) Bartos, daughter Julie Bartos, sister Elsie (Bartos) Ruzek and granddaughters Katja and JuJu Behrens. Born 12 August 1936 in Blue Island, he served the United States Air Force for 24 years as a navigator and computer technology officer. A funeral service at Faith Lutheran Church in Golden and burial, with Military Honors, the El Jebel Pipes & Drums and Masonic Committal Services at the Evergreen Cemetery in Colorado Springs, were held on February 7th. The family wishes to acknowledge the kind support of friends in Colorado...

Lieutenant Colonel, United States Air Force John Edward Bartos, age 85, passed away on February 1, 2022. John is survived by his beloved wife, Karen (Ausbrook) Bartos, daughter Julie Bartos, sister Elsie (Bartos) Ruzek and granddaughters Katja and JuJu Behrens. Born 12 August 1936 in Blue Island, he served the United States Air Force for 24 years as a navigator and computer technology officer. A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 7th at 9:30 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Golden followed by burial, with full military honors and Masonic Committal Services, at 2 p.m. at the Evergreen Cemetery in Colorado Springs. The family wishes to acknowledge the kind support of friends in...

Helen Irene Maher was born in Lawrence, Kansas to Dorothy and James Weed on December 31, 1934. She grew up in El Reno, Oklahoma, living in housing at the Federal Penitentiary where her father was an officer. She loved telling people she grew up at "a penitentiary". She was always a leader, beginning at El Reno High School. She was the president of the athletic cheering squad, the Pepetts, as well as an academic standout, graduating at the top of her class in 1953. She enjoyed returning for her class reunions and reconnecting with lifelong friends. She went on to study at the University of Oklahoma and graduated a proud Sooner in 1957 with a degree in Business Education, specializing in...

Helen Irene Maher was born in Lawrence, Kansas to Dorothy and James Weed on December 31, 1934. She grew up in El Reno, Oklahoma, living in housing at the Federal Penitentiary where her father was an officer. She loved telling people she grew up at "a penitentiary". She was always a leader, beginning at El Reno High School. She was the president of the athletic cheering squad, the Pepetts, as well as an academic standout, graduating at the top of her class in 1953. She enjoyed returning for her class reunions and reconnecting with lifelong friends. She went on to study at the University of Oklahoma and graduated a proud Sooner in 1957 with a degree in Business Education, specializing in...

Wanda June (Atwood) Keith, of Littleton, Co passed away December 12, 2021. She was born February 3, 1938, In Abilene, Texas. She was the 7th child of 7 children born to Eugene and Emma (Arnold) Atwood. The Atwood family lived in Abilene, Texas for most of her school years and she attended Wylie schools. She was active in school sports, playing basketball and volleyball, was head cheerleader, Growl Queen, F.H.A. officer for 4 years, and Wylie School Newspaper Editor for 2 years. Wanda married Hollis Keith on June 4th, 1956, in Abilene Texas, where they soon took off on an adventure to Fayetteville North Carolina where Hollis was stationed at Fort Bragg with the 82nd Airborne Division. A...

82, of Littleton, Colorado, native of Indianapolis, died September 28, 2021. She was the beloved daughter of the late Jack Edward and Helen Hawkins Worner; preceded in death by brother Jack Jr., son Michael Worner Sherwin, and many doting relatives. Survivors include a host of caring cousins, friends, and sorority sisters who continued close and special relationships throughout the many years. A 1961 graduate of Purdue University with a Master's Degree from the University of Wisconsin, Sue moved to Colorado in 1963. She was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, Gold Peppers Scholastic Honorary, Theta Sigma Pi Honorary (President, 1960), Public Relations Rep. for Mountain Bell Telephone...

Walter Harrison Freehling, 95, of Littleton, Colorado, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021, at the Tendercare Pinehurst facility in Denver, CO. He is survived by daughter Trina Bibbero of Littleton, CO; granddaughter Nikki Bibbero of Denver, CO; sister Leona Barnes of Cabot, Pennsylvania; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years, Val Jean Freehling; his parents August and Nora Watson Freehling; his brothers Clarence, Kenneth, and Arthur; and his sisters Lida and Emma. Born September 8, 1925, in Cabot, PA, he attended Winfield area schools. He served in the US Army during World War II at Ft. Belvoir, VA, as a truck driver. Before...

Edward "Ed" Mochol of Denver, Colorado, previously of Buffalo, NY, passed away on June 13, 2021 at the age of 84. Please see full obituary and service details at www.HoranCares.com.

Kenneth A. Hopsicker, "Ken" "Kenny" "Hoppy" of Littleton, CO formerly of Dalton, MA died peacefully in his home on June 6, 2021, after a yearlong battle with cancer. Ken was born April 26, 1971 in Pittsfield, MA to Charles and Catherine Hopsicker. Both of his parents predeceased him. He is a 1989 graduate of Wahconah Regional High School and a 1995 graduate of Arizona State University. He met the love of his life, Linda (Rockman) at SUNY Fredonia in 1991 and married her on July 19, 1997 in Warren, OH. That was the happiest day of his life, until the arrival of his and Linda's son, Cody in 2007. Ken began his career in the IT field with US West. He was recruited by them right out of...

Shirley M. Canepa, 93, passed away on Easter, April 4, 2021 in Denver. Having survived numerous battles of breast and skin cancer her life succumbed to its wear and tear. She now rests in peace with Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior. Shirley was born on December 31, 1927 to Jack A. and Hazel M. Smith of Denver at a New Years Eve party-yes, she was born at the party! Shirley was always up for fun! Oh, how many times we'd hear "I was born at a party for a reason". She had a smile and a kind word for everyone. Even in her last days she was more concerned with how others were feeling and offered her food and drink that she so desperately needed. She grew up in Denver where she...

Marion Wesley Ray, 80, of Lakewood, passed away Friday, March 19, 2021. He was born in Rocky Hill, Kentucky on December 12, 1940 to Everette and Pauline Ray. Marion graduated from Bowling Green, Kentucky High School, Western Kentucky University and a master's degree from University of Colorado, Boulder. He served in the Air Force and was stationed at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado and served a year at a radar site in Iceland. He got to return to Iceland for a vacation 50 years later. He was a CPA and worked for the Federal Government at Lowry Air Force Base. Marion was a runner and participated in races in both Colorado and Kentucky. He was delighted when his son,...

Joann Ruese Stucker 1926 - 2020 Joann Ruese Stucker, 93, a sixty-year resident of Evergreen, Colorado died peacefully on October 23, 2020. Born on December 27, 1926 in Emporia Kansas, she is predeceased by her loving husband of 46 years, Charles Gordon Stucker. She earned an Architectural Engineering degree from the University of Kansas in 1949. Joann taught at KU's School of Engineering from 1947 though 1951. In 1951, she was hired by Hercules Powder Company as their first female Field Engineer. In 1973, Joann co-founded Evergreen Geophysical Associates and by 1978 she was elected as the first female President of the Denver Geophysical Society. A celebration of life will be held...

Joann Ruese Stucker 1926 - 2020 Joann Ruese Stucker, 93, a sixty-year resident of Evergreen, Colorado died peacefully on October 23, 2020. Born on December 27, 1926 in Emporia Kansas, she is predeceased by her parents, Wilbur and Winifred Ruese, her brother Edward Frederick Ruese II, and her loving husband of 46 years, Charles Gordon Stucker. She began college to be a concert violinist, but she soon changed her major. She earned an Architectural Engineering degree from the University of Kansas in 1949. She was a member of Kansas Alpha Chapter of Pi Beta Phi, Mortar Board, KU symphony orchestra where she held the 1st violin chair, was chosen as the Sweetheart of Sigma Chi, and was...

November 17, 1935-June 5, 2020 Devoted husband and father of five children. Survived by children Cynthia (Jay) Breidenbach, Marie Glasgow, Diane Glasgow (Jacob Layer), Sharon (Brian) Geyer; grandchildren Ilsa Breidenbach (Chad Rydjord), Karl Breidenbach (Kelsey Clark), Katrina Breidenbach, Claire Parsons, Russell Hurse, Jacob Layer Jr., Joshua Layer, Tesla Glasgow, Yves Geyer, Gabriel Geyer, Garrett Geyer; brothers John (Phyllis) & Frank (Mimi) Glasgow; sister-in-law Barbara Glasgow. Preceded in death by wives Claire Regina Glasgow & Mary Katherine Glasgow; son Michael Glasgow; brother Clayton Glasgow; sister Marie Stevens Langford. He graduated from Father Ryan High School in...

November 17, 1935-June 5, 2020 Devoted husband and father of five children. Survived by children Cynthia (Jay) Breidenbach, Marie Glasgow, Diane Glasgow (Jacob Layer), Sharon (Brian) Geyer; grandchildren Ilsa Breidenbach (Chad Rydjord), Karl Breidenbach (Kelsey Clark), Katrina Breidenbach, Claire Parsons, Russell Hurse, Jacob Layer Jr., Joshua Layer, Tesla Glasgow, Yves Geyer, Gabriel Geyer, Garrett Geyer; brothers John (Phyllis) & Frank (Mimi) Glasgow; sister-in-law Barbara Glasgow. Preceded in death by wives Claire Regina Glasgow & Mary Katherine Glasgow; son Michael Glasgow; brother Clayton Glasgow; sister Marie Stevens Langford. He graduated from Father Ryan High School in...

November 17, 1935-June 5, 2020 Devoted husband and father of five children. Survived by children Cynthia (Jay) Breidenbach, Marie Glasgow, Diane Glasgow (Jacob Layer), Sharon (Brian) Geyer; grandchildren Ilsa Breidenbach (Chad Rydjord), Karl Breidenbach (Kelsey Clark), Katrina Breidenbach, Claire Parsons, Russell Hurse, Jacob Layer Jr., Joshua Layer, Tesla Glasgow, Yves Geyer, Gabriel Geyer, Garrett Geyer; bothers John (Phyllis) & Frank (Mimi) Glasgow; sister-in-law Barbara Glasgow. Preceded in death by wives Claire Regina Glasgow & Mary Katherine Glasgow; son Michael Glasgow; brother Clayton Glasgow; sister Marie Stevens Langford. He graduated from Father Ryan High School in...

Nov. 17, 1935-June 5, 2020 Devoted husband and father of five children. Survived by children Cynthia (Jay) Breidenbach, Marie Glasgow, Diane Glasgow (Jacob Layer), Sharon (Brian) Geyer; grandchildren Ilsa Breidenbach (Chad Rydjord), Karl Breidenbach (Kelsey Clark), Katrina Breidenbach, Claire Parsons, Russell Hurse, Jacob Layer Jr., Joshua Layer, Tesla Glasgow, Yves Geyer, Gabriel Geyer, Garrett Geyer; bothers John (Phyllis) & Frank (Mimi) Glasgow; sister-in-law Barbara Glasgow. Preceded in death by wives Claire Regina Glasgow & Mary Katherine Glasgow; son Michael Glasgow; brother Clayton Glasgow; sister Marie Stevens Langford. He graduated from Father Ryan High School in Nashville,...

Samuel Philbrick Kelley, Jr., 85, beloved husband of Barbara S. Kelley, died Thursday, April 2, 2020 from complications resulting from the Coronavirus. Born in the Philippines, and raised on Army posts around the world, with a special fondness for his time in New England, Sam retired to Colorado and was a longtime resident of Monument. Most recently Sam and Barb resided in Lakewood near his family. Sam earned his BS from West Point in 1960 where he made many long-life friends and discovered a love of music. After graduation, he married his sweetheart Barb and served his country as a telecommunications engineer in the U. S. Army Signal Corps. During his military career, Sam was stationed...

Ed Dix was born in Caldwell, NJ, on May 5, 1929 to John Perry Dix and Nora Elizabeth Parrish Dix. The family moved to Kansas City, MO when Ed was very young, and he attended Northeast High School there. Ed's natural affinity and love of music began very early and continued throughout his entire life. Ed attended the University of Kansas, the Kansas City Conservatory of Music, and acquired a Bachelors in Music at Northwestern University in 1950. He played in various jazz groups in his youth; including with the Ralph Flanagan band, Stan Kenton, Tex Beneke, and others. He was on the road doing "one-nighters" during the war years and after. Ed married the absolute love of his life, Mary Anne...

September 19, 1950-March 11, 2020. Passed away after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. Survived by Wanda Jean Nelms, his best friend and mother of children Shawn (Janelle) Snyder of Parker, CO, Kelly Chang of Centennial, CO, Kevin B. Snyder of Aurora, CO; grandchildren Connor Chang, Megan Chang, Ainsley Chang, Abigail Snyder, Delaney Chang, Cole Snyder, Alexa Snyder, Preston Snyder, Carter Snyder; brother Thomas William Snyder of Exton, PA. Preceded in death by parents Kenneth & Dorothy Snyder, brother John Eric Snyder. He worked in the insurance industry for many years and earned his C.F.P. along with numerous awards. In 1989 he was promoted and moved his family to Colorado, to...