Ruth Anna Van Horn
Mar 6, 2025
Ruth Anna Hammer Van Horn was born on January 9, 1935 in Mannheim, Germany. She was one of eleven children born to Josef and Anna Hammer. Her early life was colored by poverty and war time, but she also fondly remembers her life surrounded by the forest and its pathways, ice skating on frozen ponds, and local dances with her...
Gustave Joseph Cafaro
Mar 5, 2025
The staff of Cremate Simply is honored to serve the Palmer and Westbrook families, however saddened to note the passing of Gustave (Guy) Cafaro on Wednesday, March 5th, 2025.
Robert Wayne Short
Mar 3, 2025
Robert W. Short, 88, of Santa Fe, New Mexico passed away at home from natural causes on March 3, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his Mother and Father Cloey and Elmer Short.
He is survived by his loving wife Rosina L. Short, his children Tim and Tony and their respective wives Sandy and Glenda.
His surviving grandchildren are Kayla, Noah and...
Jacob Thomas
Feb 28, 2025
Jacob Bradford Thomas (“Jake”), born November 10th, 1982, passed away in Smithville, Tennessee, on February 28th, 2025. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and lived in West Memphis, Arkansas, until 1997 when he moved with his family to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. There he graduated from Freedom High School in 2001. Jake was a sweet and sensitive man who adored his family....
Jean Kae Cederquist
Feb 28, 2025
Jean Kae Cederquist passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 29, 1944, in Farwell, Nebraska, she was the daughter of Isadore Joseph Kezeor and Lydia Lilian Kezeor of Farwell, Nebraska.
Jean attended Pius X High School in Lincoln, NE, where she was a cheerleader, and later continued her education at Duchesne College of...
Bonnie L. (Fink) Sperring
Feb 25, 2025
Bonnie passed quietly and on her own terms after almost 87 years. Her legacy lives on through her sons and daughters, Keith & Vicki Sperring, Sue Bailey, and Jeff & Laurey Sperring, her grandchildren Kerri, Kimberly, Baylea, Austin and Raleigh and her great-grandchildren, Dustin, Caleb, Callan, Leni, and Miller. She now joins her grandson, Jeffrey, in heaven.
She lived a courageous,...
Jeffery Lee Arms
Feb 25, 2025
Jeffrey Lee Arms, age 60, passed away on February 25, 2025 at Tristar, Hendersonville Medical Center in Hendersonville, Tennessee. He lived in Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee and was born in Tompkinsville, Kentucky on December 9, 1964. Jeffrey graduated from Hermitage Springs High School in Clay County Tennessee. He has proceeded in death by his father, Junior Arms. He is survived...
Patricia Mary Springer
Feb 24, 2025
Patricia “Trisha” Mary Springer, 76, of Aurora, CO, passed away peacefully at home on February 24, 2025, after being diagnosed with uterine cancer at the end of 2024.
Born on July 7, 1948, in Oak Park, IL, to Rosemary and Robert O’Connor, Trisha dedicated her life to caring for others. She attended nursing school in Lawrence, KS, and went on to...
Joe Ruegge
Feb 22, 2025
Joe Ruegge passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the age of 55. His passing stands as a quiet testament to a life marked by steadfast resolve and gentle grace. Born on January 10, 1970, in Nashville, Tennessee, to William “Bill” Ruegge and Anna Ruegge, Joe embodied the enduring spirit of his roots. In his youth, he shone as...
Cathy Lynn Collier
Feb 20, 2025
Cathy Lynn Collier, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and dedicated nurse, passed away on February 20, 2025, at St. Anthony North Hospital. Born on September 3, 1952, in Kansas, Cathy led a life marked by courage, compassion, and a deep commitment to serving others.
Cathy’s adventurous spirit was reflected in her hobbies and interests; she found joy...
Marcus Dale Parker
Feb 19, 2025
Marcus Dale Parker ended his earthly journey February 19th, 2025.
He was born April 7th, 1965 in Mercedes TX, grew up in Puckett Mississippi, and landed in Colorado which held his heart.
Marcus was privileged for the truly genuine friends and family in his life as were we. He brought so many of his amazing friends and family together as he fought...
Raul Garza
Feb 13, 2025
Raul Garza, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and memories. Born in a small border town in Rnoca, Mexico, Raul made his way to the United States in 1952, later becoming a proud U.S. citizen in 1983. He shared 43 wonderful years with his devoted wife, Dottie Garza, and...
Donna Jo Jones
Feb 11, 2025
Donna Jo Jones, 77, of Parker, CO, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025.
Donna was born in Iowa on May 11, 1947, to Noel and Verla Kerby. She was married to the love of her life, Terry Jones, for 54 years. They met in junior high school and never looked back. She was primarily a homemaker while Terry was a...
Dennis Cecil Sellers
Feb 2, 2025
Dennis Cecil Sellers, 81 years young. Dennis "Denny" was a resident of Federal Heights, Colorado and formally of Portage, Michigan. Denny passed away unexpectedly on February 2nd, 2025. Where He was surrounded by His Family. Denny was born December 14th,1943 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Denny's Parents were Cecil and Evelyn (Matthews) Sellers. Soon after High School, Denny was drafted into the...
Marilyn Sue Winn
Feb 1, 2025
Marilyn Sue Winn (John), 77, passed away on February 1, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 5, 1948, in Wichita, Kansas, to Jared B. "Jerry" John and Nadine John (Schilling).
Marilyn graduated from high school in Wichita, KS, before earning a degree in Health Education from Brigham Young University. A dedicated and driven...
Fayette Floyd Wilson
Jan 30, 2025
Rev. Fayette Floyd Wilson, of Denver, Colorado, was promoted to Heaven on January 30, 2025 at the age of 88.
Fayette was born at home on August 31, 1936 in Wyola, Arkansas, to Patrick Henry and Elva (Sherman) Wilson. They promptly moved back to the Lindon, CO area to farm near family. He stayed in that community until after High School...
Karen Marie Musich Hodge
Jan 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce the loss of Karen Marie Musich Hodge, beloved daughter, sister, wife, aunt and friend. Karen entered her eternal rest at the age of 59 on January 21, 2025. Karen was born on November 9, 1965 in Aurora, Illinois and moved with her family to Lakewood, Colorado. Karen lived out the rest of her...
Susan (Sue) Joy Warfield
Jan 21, 2025
Susan (Sue) Joy Warfield passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025 at her home in Commerce City, Colorado. Sue was born November 10, 1958 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Sue was 2 years old when her family moved to California. In 1964 the family moved to Fullerton, California where Sue spend many wonderful years.
She is survived by her husband, Normand (Norm)...
Robert Russell Strunk
Jan 21, 2025
Dr. Robert R. Strunk, 92, passed away on January 21, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. Born on October 4, 1932, in Cumberland, Wisconsin, to Russell and Laura Strunk, Bob was raised in Spooner, Wisconsin, where he developed a deep love for the outdoors and the sense of community that would stay with him throughout his life.
Bob attended the University of Minnesota...
Zane Peter Gardulski Jr.
Jan 21, 2025
Zane Peter Gardulski Jr.
May 29, 1948–January 21, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Zane Peter Gardulski Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, on January 21, 2025, at 76. Born on May 29, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, Zane made Colorado his home in 1980, where he built a life filled with love, hard work, and passion.
Zane shared...