Anthony John Aljinovich, Jr., born June 13, 1930, and passed away August 30, 2018. Tony was born in Rock Springs, Wyoming, to Anthony and Verna Aljinovich.  Preceded in Death by parents, three brothers, Paul, Joe and John, and his sister Marie.

Survived by daughters Debra Lynn, Denise McNeely and husband Mark, and Donna Beck and husband Brian. Six grandchildren – Aislinn Arbogast, Nick Brant (Katy), Jamie Church (Brannon), Jared Kaufman (Katie), Beryl Kaufman (Holly), and Eirika Schneier (John), 12 great grandchildren with one on the way, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A service will be held on Friday, September 7, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. at Horan & McConaty, 1091 South Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO

A celebration of life will be held after the service at the home of Mark and Denise, 6251 West Alamo Dr., Littleton, CO

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Tony are appreciated to:

Porter Hospice Foundation

2525 South Downing Street

Mason Hall, 2^nd Floor

Denver, CO  80210

Online:  PorterHospiceFoundation.org

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Jim Mason 73, a resident of Commerce City, Colorado passed away on August 22,2018 at St Joseph Medical Center in Denver.  Jim was born in Ault, Colorado and spent much of his growing years in Estes Park, Colorado. He was the youngest son of Grace and Asa Mason Jr (deceased).   His older brother Jerry Lee Mason passed away in July of 2017.

Jim is survived by Flo Goffinsk her children, their beloved dogs Thor, Angel and Millie and a cousin Ronald D. Graham all from the Denver area.

Jim’s years in Estes Park were spent helping his father with his contracting business. Many of these buildings are still in use to this day.   Later Jim and his father Asa moved to Fort Collins rather taking care of each other.  Jim enjoyed reminiscing about the wonderful trip he and his dad took to Australia.

Being a truck driver Jim had traveled roads throughout the United States and Canada and readily shared his adventures delivering goods. Even after retirement he delivered cars and trucks to the local dealerships as he always seemed drawn to the road.    It was interesting to hear him share how much some of the vehicle’s cost, and as our family always had pick-up trucks were astounded when he shared that he had delivered at truck that cost almost $100,000.

Jim thoroughly enjoyed his early morning coffee with friends at the local truck stop.  He and Flo enjoyed eating out and spending time with their pets.   Jim will be greatly missed by his buddy Thor along with his family.   Services will be held Thursday   September 6^th 10:00 AM at Horan-McConaty Mortuary; Colorado Blvd and Mississippi (1091 South Colorado Blvd.) Denver.    Contributions in Jim’s name are welcomed to the Denver Dumb Friends League.

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Alexander "Alex" Durr, 41, passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018. Please join Alex's family in remembering and honoring him, at a memorial service on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 2PM. Service location and directions are available at the link above.

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Gena E. (Parker) Mantz passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 4, 2018.

Gena was born September 30, 1963 in Denver, Colorado, to Gene and Phyllis Parker.  She graduated from George Washington High School in 1982 and soon after met the love of her life William “Bill” Mantz.  They married in 1989 and have one son, Andrew “Andy” Mantz.  Together they shared a life full of fun, laughter and love.

Gena worked in the accounting field for over 20 years.  She enjoyed crafting, cooking and making treasured gifts for her family and friends.  Watching rodeos and going camping were also among her favorite activities.  All who knew her loved her great sense of humor.

Gena accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior and lived a life dedicated to her Christian faith.  Northern Colorado Cowboy Church was her church home.  When she couldn’t be there in person she would watch the services on Facebook.

Gena was preceded in death by her mother, Phyllis, and grandmother, Marie Distel.

She is survived by, and will be deeply missed by, her husband Bill Mantz, son Andy Mantz, father Gene Parker, brother Scott (Gina) Parker, uncle Jerry Zambo, aunt Betty Thompson,  mother-in-law Ellen Hansen, father-in-law Roger (Taren) Mantz, sister-in-law Kathy Holdren, sister-in-law Chris (Steve) Johnson, sister-in-law Becky (Luke) Lind, brother-in-law Tyler (Candiss) Mantz, and numerous cousins.

A memorial service is being held Saturday, September 8, 10:00 a.m., at Northern Colorado Cowboy Church.  The church is located at 33131 US Hwy 85, Lucerne CO (just north of Greeley on Hwy 85 and Hwy 392).

Donations may be made in Gena’s name to the American Cancer Society.

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Marilyn Joann Warren, 83, born Marilyn J Rundle on July 21, 1935 passed peacefully in her sleep on August 30, 2018.

Marilyn lived simply and had a big heart.  Her spirit and character endeared her to everyone who met her.  She loved her Colorado Rockies and Denver Bronco’s!  Marilyn’s career began with Tramway/RTD as Office Manager for 25 years and retired from Douglas County Motor Vehicle after 12 years.  She was preceded in death by her first husband, Paul Prieb, 1989 and her second husband, Bill Warren, 2003.  Marilyn leaves behind her Brother, Sidney Dennis Rundle and his wife, Cathy of Evergreen, Colorado; a niece and three nephews; her step-daughter, LaRiea Warren Thompson and her husband, Brad Thompson of Elbert, Colorado; four grandson’s and one great-grandson; and many close friends.

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George Kamakaris, 55, passed away on August 26, 2018 in Louisville, Colorado. George was dearly loved, and will be missed by his family and friends.

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Christopher James Dobson, 31, formerly of Pueblo, CO, passed away on Sept. 10, 2018.

Christopher was born May 21, 1987 in Pueblo, CO to John and Susannah Dobson. He graduated from South High School, Pueblo CO in 2004.  Christopher loved music and was part of many musical performances during his time in high school.

More than anything, Christopher loved spending time with his son, Xavier, and watching him grow. He had recently become engaged to his long-time friend Carrie and they were looking forward to becoming a family. They enjoyed reminiscing about Camp Hope days and attending Special Olympic Basketball games for Carrie’s students.

He is preceded in death by grandparents, David Dobson, Victor Gorshe, Jim Boham, and great grandparents Gene and Bea Smith.

Christopher is survived and will be missed deeply by his son, Xavier, whom he loved to the moon and back, his fiancée Carrie Gorman; parents, John and Susannah Dobson; brother, David (Brittney), nephews, Tyler and Joshua; grandparents Dorothy Boham, Margaret Gorshe (Roger Peirce); and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

A private memorial service to be held for Christopher at a later date. Donations can be made in Christopher’s name to Colorado Special Olympics.

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William J Kirk jr., age 47, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 9th, 2018. Wil is survived by the love of his life Michelle, children Anna Kirk, Erin Reisenan, Andrew (Brachelle) Candelaria(step), Amanda(Randy) Roedema(step), Ian(Myriah) Candelaria(step) and 7 grandchildren Juls, Reyce, Jasiahs, Asaari, Logan, Kai, and Maddox. Wil was an intelligent, tech savvy, and smart witted man. You would often see him with a his face in a laptop, trying to unravel the web of messes one of his family members created. When he was finished he handed back the newly revived computer with a "see you in near future" look. Like any other computer nerd, Wil loved Mountain Dew and video games, but if you asked him what he loved most in the world, without hesitation he would say "my grandkids!" And boy, did his grandkids love him. Wil would enter the room last and be bombarded by little hugs, kisses and "gwampsy" calls. Those little one wouldn't break concentration until they got their gwampsy Wil's time. Wil loved his daughters Anna and Erin, and was very proud knowing the fact he had strong girls with the same quick witted comebacks just like thier dad. Though he did not get to see them everyday, he would talk about them constantly.  Wil was afflicted with severe back pain for good portion of his adult life, but that didn't stop him from picking up each one of his grandkids. Even if the next day he was stuck in bed. To Wil it was worth the pain. Will was not a religious person growing up, but in 2017 he found God and elected to be baptized. Will made sure to pray for his family's protection and good health. Wil's calm, quiet demeanor with a hefty side of witty commentary was infectious. It would keep people hooked to his stories and what he was going to say next. Wil we love you, Until we meet again, you will be greatly missed.

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Marie Louise Reynolds, née Klancic, passed September 11th, 2018 at the age of 89. Preceded in death by her parents, Anton and Anna (Meusel) Klancic, and brothers Robert and Paul.

Marie was born November 24th 1928 in Chicago, Illinois and was proud to be the first U.S. born Klancic in the family tree. She contracted polio at an early age, and attended a middle school for handicapped children. With the love and support of an amazing mother she graduated from Lakeview High School in 1947. She moved to California to leave the Chicago winters which were difficult for her as she dealt with the residual effects of polio as she got older. She spent many years in Los Angeles before eventually retiring in Arizona. She lived on her own until she was 84 years old. In her last years she moved to Colorado to be closer to family.

She was an artist and a lover of the fine arts. She also loved animals, especially Charlie her pet cockatiel of whom she said "keeps me from talking to myself so much". For many years she volunteered for recording audio for the Blind and Dyslexic. She was a loving and independent person, who was always willing to listen and offer advice.

"Marlise" is survived by her cousin Sue Jansen, "Aunt Louise" or "AZ Auntie" by her Klancic nieces and nephews: Mark, Chris, Tony, Lee (Hoekstra), Judy (Waddick), Joy, Jill and Scott, and "Chocolate Auntie" by 13 grandnieces and grandnephews. She will be dearly missed, but those who loved her are comforted knowing that she was welcomed to heaven and into the arms of her family - whom she missed so much.

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Donald Dean Seymour, 84

Don was a lifetime resident of Englewood, Colorado.  Born in 1934, he attended Englewood public schools, and graduated from Englewood High School in 1952.

Don was a life-long Boy Scout, from Cub Scout through Eagle Scout, and was awarded the Silver Beaver for his service to the Denver Area Council.  Don was a member of The Order of the Arrow where he received the Vigil Honor and, during the OA’s centennial year in 2015, received the Centurion Award.

Don served in the United States Air Force for 4 years, 2 of those spent living in Tokyo as a translator between the Japanese telephone company and the Far East Air Force.

Don had a 35-year career with the telephone company (Mountain Bell/USWest/Qwest/CenturyLink), beginning right out of high school as a phone installer, working his way up to the engineering department, and ultimately working as a right-of-way agent for the company.  Don earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business while working full-time.

After retirement, Don achieved a 2^nd BA in Fine Arts, and applied that knowledge while teaching students at Metro State College in the woodworking and metal shops.  Don also put his creativity and artistic skills to work for over 20 years to produce innumerable working props and sets for the Englewood High School theater department and the City of Englewood summer theater program.  Post-retirement employment also included working for the Colorado State Historical Society as a mount maker and exhibits preparator.

Don was a retired Englewood Volunteer Fireman achieving the rank of Deputy Chief; he sat on the ethics board of Swedish hospital; and he was a voting member of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals for the City of Englewood for more than 25 years.

Don’s parents were founding members of Mayflower Church in Englewood, and he was an active member there until the end of his life.  Over the years Don and his wife Marilyn enjoyed sponsoring many scholarships so that Mayflower’s kids could enjoy camp at La Foret church camp.

Don was a camper at La Foret church camp in his youth.  Don returned there in his late 60s, attending Contemplative Camp every summer for many years.  For his 70^th birthday he designed, financed, and directed the construction of the beautiful labyrinth that campers and visitors to the site enjoy today, and will continue to enjoy for years to come.

Don was a founding member of the Tahosa Alumni Association – a group of former campers and camp staff who were concerned for the future of the beautiful Boulder County Boy Scout camp of their youth, Camp Tahosa.  Initially founded as a social organization in the 1960s, it became their mission in the early 1980s to save the camp from the wrecking ball.  Camp Tahosa stands today as a shining jewel in the Colorado Boy Scout camping experience crown.

Don enjoyed his 5-decade role as Santa Claus throughout the Denver metro area and State of Colorado for the City of Englewood, Colorado State Patrol, The Denver Broncos, Mountain Bell, and hundreds of friends and family members.  While at the telephone company, Don also enjoyed clowning around with the BellTel Clowneers.

Don’s hobbies included bonsai, jewelry making, photography, travel, and woodworking, and gathering knowledge.

Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marilyn; his son Dana (Julie); his daughter Diane; his son David (Anna); and 2 grandsons, Dima and Daniel.

A celebration of Don’s life will be held at Mayflower Congregational Church, 3001 S. Acoma St., in Englewood on Saturday, September 29, 2018.

In lieu of flowers, you may show your appreciation for Don’s life by making a donation to either The Denver Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, at denverboyscouts.org (see “Ways to Give”) or to Camp LaForet Conference and Retreat Center at laforet.org (see “Click Here to Donate”).

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Susan Marshall, 60, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018. She was born October 22, 1957, in Granite City, Illinois. Susan is survived by her father James R. Staedt; sister Deborah Arnot and brother James D. Staedt; daughters Anna Mata and Lacey Ostrander; granddaughter Shea Coatman and grandson Brayden Ostrander; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

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Clark Ray Uhrich, 63, passed away September 13, 2018. He was born December 6, 1954 in Greeley, Colorado to Raymond Reinholdt Uhrich and Colleen Etta Uhrich. Clark is survived by his sister Lynda (Don) Kammerzell. He is preceded in death by his parents Raymond Reinholdt Uhrich and Colleen Etta Uhrich Meeker. May he find peace in death.

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Our beloved Kathryn Meyer ended her journey on this earth on September 18, 2018. She was thirty years old.

Kathryn was born to Patricia and Bill Meyer. She was raised in Friendswood, Texas. She graduated from Emory University in 2010 with honors for her degree in history. She completed a Master’s degree from Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College of Education and Human Development in May 2013. Kathryn had the opportunity to live in many places throughout her life. She formed strong connections with people across the United States and abroad.

Kathryn was the kind of person who didn’t know a stranger- everyone became an instant friend. Those closest to her will remember her for her kindness, generosity, respect, and passion. Kathryn fought hard for causes that were important to her, especially LGBTQ rights. She loved celebrating events in the lives of others such as weddings, babies, new jobs, and new hobbies. Kathryn also enjoyed ice skating, skiing, sewing, cycling, hiking in the Colorado mountains, traveling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

A memorial service and celebration of life will held at the Sunrise Amphitheater in Boulder, CO on October 14, 2018 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Donations in her honor can be made to either the Trevor Project or directly to her memorial services through GoFundMe by searching her name.

May Kathryn find peace in death.

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Michael "Mouse" McDonald of Walsenburg and Littleton, Colorado; husband of Sherry; father of Danielle Newman, Elizabeth McDonald and Bernadette McDonald; grandfather of Brendan, Noah, Sawyer & Holdyn; also survived by numerous other family and friends; Funeral Mass, Friday, October 5, 10:30am, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 6853 S. Prince Street in Littleton; memorial donations suggested to ALS Association, Rocky Mountain Chapter, 10855 Dover St. Suite 500, Westminster, CO 80021

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Vivian Mae (Brande) Workman, age 78, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2018 in the home of her daughter in Evergreen, CO. She was born in Brooklyn, New York on April 6th, 1940 to David and Pauline Brande. She was a 1957 graduate of East Rockaway High School and a 1961 graduate of the University of Rochester where she received a BA in General Science. Vivian was an intelligent and modern woman whose professions included industrial spy and computer programmer. She was married to Martin Workman in 1964, they met on a blind date and were happily married until his death in 2002. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Pamela and Rachel, and 6 grandchildren, Dalya, Ari and Marrek Parker, Ruby and Jonah Gayer and Bethany Detloff. Her lifelong passion for learning, humor and her strength and courage throughout her battle with lymphoma are an inspiration, and she will be missed by family and friends. Vivian was a dedicated supporter of “Clothes To Kids of Denver” a non-profit providing free school clothing to preschool-12th grade students from low-income or in-crisis families in a warm, welcoming store-like setting.Donations in Vivian’s memory can be made here: https://www.clothestokidsdenver.org/donate/

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Sherry Hall Marsalis, age 70, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2018, at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital.  She fought a hard battle against heart and kidney disease.  She was born in Charleston, Mississippi, on June 15, 1948, to Paul and Irene Hall.  Sherry was loved by everyone that came into contact with her.  Sherry had a contagious personality that was loved and admired by all.

Sherry married John C. Marsalis in 1968.  John and Sherry met during their educational careers and had just celebrated their 50^th Wedding Anniversary on July 20, 2018.  She is survived by her husband, John C; her daughter, Susan (Shawn) Clarke; her son, John Thomas (Susan) and their two children (Hannah and Harrison); her sister, Barbara (Duster) Covington (Kenneth); and numerous nieces and nephews.  She embraced life with grace, including her position as City Recorder of the City of Eagleville, TN.

Sherry and her loving husband, John, travelled many times to India to celebrate her Hindu religion.  She was very devout and loyal to the faith.  She will be greatly missed by all.  To the people whose lives were touched by Sherry, we ask that you come celebrate and honor her life with her family and friends.  A celebration of her life will be scheduled at a later date.

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Julia Victoria Ray aka Vickie Ray age 70, passed away October 2^nd, 2018 at 9:20 AM at the Denver Hospice facility in Denver CO surrounded by her loving family and the incredibly compassionate staff. She was born May 25^th, 1948 in Hattiesburg MS to the late Chester Hilton and Dora LaNell Erwin. She and her late sister, Rebecca “Becky” Ann, grew up together in Hattiesburg in a very loving home. Vickie had a beautiful voice and she often sang at events and in a band in her teenage years. She met her one true love Leland Martin Ray in Hattiesburg and married on November 19^th, 1967. They moved to Texas to raise a family and in 1980, she began to work for Bechtel Corporation as a Traffic & Logistics Administrator. It was there, she made some of the most lasting friendships of her life. She retired October 30^th, in the year 2000 and got to spend the next 4 years enjoying golf and relaxing with her husband. Sadly he passed in 2004 and she decided to join her daughter and son-in-law in Colorado in 2006. A few years later her loving son and his family moved up to Colorado as well to be closer to her. She moved in with her daughter and son-in-law in June 2018 for ease and care. Left to honor her are her two children Amy Shippey and Randy Ray, son-in-law Bryan Shippey, daughter-in-law Nicole Ray, her 2 grandchildren Abigail and Olivia Ray, her niece Dena Ryan, her nephew Reid Robbins, her furry child Asa the cat, her furry grandchildren Baxter Shippey, Batmanuel “Manny” Shippey and Paisley Ray, and countless other friends and family.

If you would like to make a memorial contribution in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Denver Hospice at https://thedenverhospice.org/get-involved/giving/donation/, the Colorado Humane Society and SPCA at https://coloradohumane.org/donate/, or the Rocky Mountain Chapter of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at https://donate.lls.org  as these meant a great deal to Vickie.

There will be two memorial services to honor Vickie. The first will be in Brighton CO on Sunday, October 21st, 2018 from 3 PM to 5 PM at the Barr Lake Visitor Center located at 13401 Picadilly Rd, Brighton CO 80603. When you arrive at the check-in gate, please tell the ranger you are with the Ray Memorial Service. You will not need to pay for park entry. The second will be in Winnie TX on Saturday, November 3rd, 2018 at the First United Methodist Church, 117 Freeman St, Winnie, Texas 77665 at 11:30 AM.

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Charles Gray Streamer was born in Boulder, Colorado on February 5, 1942.  He died in Boulder on October 1, 2018 of natural causes.  He was preceded in death by his Mother Evelyn Streamer and Father Paul Streamer and Brother Phillip Alan Streamer. His Brother William Streamer and Sister Carol Streamer will eternally miss him as a brother and friend. He graduated from Boulder High School in 1960.  He joined the U.S. Army and served during the Cuban Missile Crisis locating Army personnel after a fire in St. Louis destroyed Army records. After graduating from the University of Colorado Business School he served as a Certified Public Accountant chiefly throughout California and was a leader of the Northern California C.P.A. association.  He will be missed by family, friends and his many clients for his talents and sense of humor.

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Betty Nola Wise, born November 7, 1927 to Rodney and Nola Barger in Greeley Colorado; Mother of Annette McCulley;

Graveside Service, 10:30 am, Saturday, October 20, 2018, Fort Morgan Cemetery, 601 West 8th Ave in Fort Morgan Colorado

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Alva “Doris” (Coleman) Rodighiero, formerly of Pueblo, CO, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 1, 2018 at the age of 86. Doris was born on July 28, 1932 in Maxwell, NM and grew up in Farley, NM. Doris married in Raton, NM and spent the majority of her married life in Pueblo, CO. Doris was a devoted homemaker, an avid gardener and remarkable cook. Dedicated and protective of her family she prided herself in caring for the family home. Spending holidays and time with the extended family was always a priority for her. Doris is proceeded in death by her husband John A. Rodighiero. She was the loving mother of John W. Rodighiero, June (Rodighiero) Johnson (Mike), and Mark Rodighiero (Sandy Jett). Her grandchildren John, Angela, Nicole, Brandon, Ryan, Zach and Noah, as well as several great grandchildren.

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