Horan McConaty - Arvada

Loving father, husband, brother and grandfather, George Ellis Over, passed away in the early hours of May 19th. He was surrounded by, and took communion with, his loving wife and children the day before. George Ellis, was born to Harold and Ruth Over on June 12, 1941 in Roaring Spring, PA. While in school, he first realized his passion for music, especially singing. A member of the Church of the Brethren from a very young age, and then active in the Presbyterian Church, he participated in and directed church choir, community chorales and men's quartets throughout his life. He also played string bass with Bluegrass groups and enjoyed participating in Tuba Christmas. After attending Juniata...

Diane was a bloom of friendliness. The fun-loving wife, warm-hearted mom, and novel grandmother loved laughing, being in nature and sharing treasures. Diane passed away on Sunday, May 15. She was 74 years old and a resident of Manitou Springs, CO. Surviving Diane are her husband Trip Pearse, sons Travis (Eileen) Pearse, Colin (Kathleen) Pearse, and Nathan (Tuesday) Pearse, and grandchildren Carter, Mary and Maggie Pearse. Diane and her life will be celebrated on Friday, June 10, from 6-8 at The Cremation Gardens, 5303 E County Line Rd, Centennial, CO. In lieu of flowers, visit pancan.org to donate. More about Diane and updates are available at DianePearse.com. Life should be fun and...

Patricia Ann Forbes [Thomas] passed away in her Arvada home on March 18, 2022 at the age of 79. She was born March 4, 1943 in Burlington, CO. She graduated from Stratton High School in 1961 and moved to Denver where she worked for Mountain Bell. She married Sam Forbes in 1964 and in 1966 began her real lifetime career as a full time Mom and homemaker. She loved to travel and play tennis and take care of other people. She is survived by her husband Sam, daughter Lori Forbes of Arvada, CO, son Jeff Forbes of Aurora CO, grand children Elizabeth and Andrew Forbes of Aurora CO. She is also survived by brothers Melvin Thomas, Aurora CO, Kenny Thomas, Burlington, CO, sister Joanne Houck, Stratton...

A Celebration of Life for Teade will be held on April 8, 2022 at 3:00 pm at Horan & McConaty, 7577 W. 80th Avenue, Arvada , Colorado 80003. For full obituary please see HoranCares.com.

Linda Hessler Weitzel passed away on Feb 8, 2022 after enduring numerous health battles, her life succumbed to its wear and tear and cancer. Linda grew up on a farm in Hay Springs, Nebraska. Linda is survived by her husband Dennis, son Scott (Dianne), grandson Hunter, and her siblings Steve (Beth) Hessler, Mike (Ginger) Hessler, Debbie (Mark) McCall and their families, along with nieces, nephews, cousins: and Step Father Dave Reader. She also thought of Dennis' siblings Michele Weitzel, Rowena Angell, and Marc Weitzel along with their families as her own family. Linda was preceded in death by parents Alex Hessler Jr, JoAnne Reader, and son Chad. In lieu of flowers or donations,...

Passed away on January 12, 2022. She was a 1947 Graduate of Central Catholic High School. After Graduation she was employed at Ohio Bell Telephone Co as an order writer. In 1953 she married the love of her life Tony, who preceded her in death after 53 years. Marilyn is survived by her 5 fantastic children; Steve (Becky), Dave (Dianne), Don, Tony jr. Jennifer (Troy) Friar. Also 7 super grandchildren; Steve Jr. (Nichole), Matt (Ashley) Siravo, Nicole (Heath) Stickley, Danielle, Emily Siravo, Amanda (Ian) Rombough, Ben Friar. And 7 Loving Great Grandchildren; Grabriel, Rain, Harley, Beau, Mac Siravo, Landon, Mia Stickley. Her Sisters Lillian Maben, Althea Bedard. Marilyn truly enjoyed her...

Steve J. Glorioso, 82, of Walsenburg, CO passed away on November 27, 2021, in Aurora, CO. He was born on December 11, 1938, to Jim and Lucy Glorioso. He is proceeded in death by his parents; sister Marie and brother-in-law Nathaniel Mestas; nephew, Wayne Mestas; sister/brother-in-law Rosemarie and Harry Bevsek and father/mother-in-law Leo and Josephine Lisac. Steve is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Carol Jeanne; son Glen (Joanna Roman); and grandchildren Eric Glorioso (Madison Fliedner) and Ashley Glorioso (Dos Torres). Nieces and nephews, June Glover; Chuck (Carol) Bevsek; Jay (Deborah) Bevsek; Sherry (Don) Montoya; Marilyn Bevsek; Randy (Sylvia Vigil) Bevsek. Steve retired as...

Gene Konrod Leonhardt, age 86, passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2021, while visiting family in Denver, Colorado. Born September 3, 1935, in Shelby, Ohio to Harold and Doris Leonhardt, Gene was a graduate of Shelby High School and served in the U.S. Navy Reserve for nine years. In 1954, he married his high school sweetheart, Dolores Henson, and they raised their four children in Shelby. He was employed by Friebel and Hartman contractors before joining the team at AMF, where he spent 32 years. When AMF relocated from Shelby, Gene partnered with a friend to create two start-up companies where he remained until his retirement in 1997. Gene served on the Shelby Park Board for 12 years...

Shirley Anne Jiacoletti, Arvada, Colorado passed of natural causes. She was born in Saint Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Leo and Marie Halpin. She was raised in Cheyenne, Wyoming where she met her husband, Jack S. Jiacoletti. They were married in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was a member of the Girl Scouts in Cheyenne, Wyoming for many years and a den-mother with Boy Scout Troop 77 in Boulder, Colorado. She was inducted into the TTT Society of Boulder, a philanthropic organization. Ms. Jiacoletti was a member of the American Contract Bridge League. She was a Bridge instructor at Mesa College in Grand Junction for many years, prior to moving to Arvada, Colorado and was awarded the title of...

WIFE MOTHER VOLUNTEER Helen D. Furlong died on September 28, 2021. She was 96. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Ken. She is survived by her daughters Karen Childs (husband Joseph and grandchildren Kathleen and Drew), Lucy Smith, Patricia Furlong (grandson Jacob), and Susan Fisher (husband Rob). Helen was born in Chicago Heights, Illinois on April 27,1925; the fourth child of Anna Mary Hibert Degitz and William Harrison Bates Degitz. She was the first woman in her family to receive a bachelor's degree; graduating from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio with a degree in business administration. Helen met Ken on a blind date in Cincinnati, Ohio. Nine months later the two...

Darlene Betty Feil (Zandstra), died in her home on August 24, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Westfield, ND on Nov 28, 1933 and graduated from Strasburg High School and Jamestown College. Darlene married Vernon John Feil in 1954. Darlene was a teacher, realtor and an extensive volunteer (church, HOA, Boy Scouts of America, AFS and several food banks). Darlene is survived by her husband, Vernon Feil, their son, Robert Feil of Arvada, CO, their son, David Feil of Waukesha, WI, and three grandchildren, Jordan Feil, Kathryn Feil and Elliott Feil. She is also survived by several siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew...

Darlene Betty Feil (Zandstra), died in her home on August 24, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Westfield, ND on Nov 28, 1933 and graduated from Strasburg High School and Jamestown College. Darlene married Vernon John Feil in 1954. Darlene was a teacher, realtor and an extensive volunteer (church, HOA, Boy Scouts of America, AFS and several food banks). Darlene is survived by her husband, Vernon Feil, their son, Robert Feil of Arvada, CO, their son, David Feil of Waukesha, WI, and three grandchildren, Jordan Feil, Kathryn Feil and Elliott Feil. She is also survived by several siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew...

Joyce Near of Arvada, CO passed away on January 15, 2021. Survived by her children, Nancy (Richard) Near-Perse, David (Karen) Near and Eric Near; grandchildren, Justin (Lauren), Aimee, Adam, Matthew, Daniel, Suzanne (Geoff), Lauryn (Nick) and Devon; great-grandchildren, Zack, Alaina, Harper, Savannah, Henry, Kenzie and Vincent. Visitation, Wed., 4-8pm, Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 7577 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Visitation, Thurs. 10am with Funeral Service beginning at 11am both at Peace Lutheran Church, 5675 Field St., Arvada. Funeral Service will be live-streamed - please go to the homepage at peacelutheran.net and click on the TV-shaped icon with the word "Live" in the upper right...

Robert "Bob" Hartmann, age 87, died peacefully in his sleep in Lafayette, CO on October 16th, 2020, of natural causes. Bob was born October 18th,1932 in Toledo, Ohio. Bob is survived by his wife of 63 years Betty Hartmann; children Tom Hartmann (Carla Hartmann), Sonya Harr and Diana Hartmann; brother Karl Hartmann (Linda Hartmann); 8 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. You are invited to visit www.HoranCares.com for the full obituary and service information.

Kathleen's belief was that her own higher self, before birth, chose her parents, family, lifestyle, body type and friends. This was for the purpose of her soul's evolution. Born to Russell Lenover and Henrietta Kuper, Kathleen lived her early years in her grandmother's boarding house. The youngest of three, she adored her older brothers, Louie and Dink. Graduating from Catholic grade and high school, Kathleen joined the Sisters of Charity where she taught in inner city schools for 13 years. Upon exiting the Order, Kathleen worked in financial planning services helping thousands of clients create and retain wealth. She founded KTL Financial Group and personally earned the gold standard...

Daniel Ronald Ratkovich (Ron) passed away suddenly on July 11, 2020. Ron was born March 5, 1939 in Pueblo CO while his parents were living in Morley CO. They soon moved to Steamboat Springs where he learned to ski on Howelsen Hill. Then they moved to Denver where Ron graduated from North High in 1957. He attended college at UNC Greeley where he was active in the Acacia Fraternity. He then began a 30 year teaching career at Mapleton School District in Thornton. He taught chemistry and science and coached the golf team, both of which he loved doing. He served as president of the Mapleton Education Assn and was active in CEA and NEA. One of his most valued recognitions as a teacher was...

Mary Middleton McBride, 88, passed away on February 19, 2020 in Arvada, CO. Please visit www.HoranCares.com for the full obituary and service information.

of Arvada, CO. Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 1pm at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 7577 W. 80th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80003. For full obit please see HoranCares.com

Beatrice M. Martelon, 79, of Arvada, CO passed away on January 3, 2020. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 11am at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 7577 W. 80th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80003. For full obituary please see HoranCares.com

On Monday, October 14th, 2019, Walter Gehring, loving husband and father of two children, passed away at 80 years old. Walter was born April 9, 1939 in Adrian, Michigan to Louis Clyde and Ruth Gehring. Walter graduated from Adrian High School, served 2 years in Army and then graduated from Michigan State University. On December 27, 1958, he married Madelyn Myers. The couple lived in Lansing, Michigan for 25 years before moving to Westminster Colorado, raising a daughter, Diane, and son, Gregory. Walter had a passion for learning, doing wood work, and spending time with family. Walter was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his siblings, Louis Wade Gehring (Cheryl), Wauneta...

Daughter of Ed Drab and Lila Vanderford Drab. Spouse, Charles King; son, Greg (Lori) King; daughter, Nicole (Mike) King Massa; grandchildren, Max Massa and Levi King. Her family was her universe. She loved travel, playing games, and being with her family. We love and miss you Dede - Your family. Contributions in her name to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Lafayette, CO. Services will be held Monday, September 23, at 10:30 AM at Immaculation Conception Catholic Church, Lafayette, CO with reception to follow. Burial will be at 2pm at Crown Hill Cemetery