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Dwight Hurst

Dwight “Waldo” Hurst, age 62, entered into rest on May 8, 2026, just days after celebrating his birthday. He was born on May 3, 1964, in Montgomery to Ike Hurst and Janie Mae (White) Hurst.

Also nicknamed Waldo Kitty Pepper, Dwight attended John F. Kennedy High School, where he later received his automotive certification and went on to become a skilled master mechanic. He also worked as a Route Service Representative for Cintas, where he was known for his dedication and strong work ethic.

Waldo had a deep love for cars, especially his beloved Mitsubishi Eclipse. He enjoyed drawing, listening to music, collecting hundreds of vinyl records, and watching science fiction and British television shows. Dwight loved deep conversations about a variety of topics including aliens, star trek, and gave great advice. He had a memorable sense of humor and often reminded those around him, “No one makes it out of here alive,” a quote his family and friends will always remember hearing from him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Janie Mae (White) Hurst and Ike Hurst; his brothers, James Hurst, Leon Hurst; and his sisters, Christine Hurst, Ann Hurst, Annie Lois Hurst.

Waldo is survived by his siblings, Wanda Hurst, Annie Hurst, Dorothy Hurst, and Ike Hurst (Rose); his children, Tiffany Smith and Sidney Graf; and his nieces and nephews, Gary Turner, Avinace Madison, Dominque Adams, and Catino Adams, along with many other family members and friends who will miss him dearly.

Waldo will be remembered for his intelligence, creativity, humor, and the love he had for his family, music, and the things that brought him joy. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

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Betty Joan Lambdin Kling

Betty Joan Lambdin Kling

September 30, 1933 – May 23, 2026Betty Joan Lambdin Kling, 92, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, leaving behind a rich story of family, compassion, and perseverance.

Born on September 30, 1933, in Wichita, Kansas, Betty moved to Littleton, Colorado, in 1951 and made Colorado her home for the remainder of her life. Over the years, she also lived in Leadville, Loveland, Broomfield, Fort Collins, and Centennial, embracing each community with warmth and a generous spirit.

Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George Wesley Kling. Together they enjoyed family, friends, travel, learning, sports and their love of animals. She was a devoted mother to seven children and their spouses, eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, two nephews she considered her sons, and many extended family members. Her love, guidance, and steadfast support shaped generations and will continue to be felt for years to come.

A dedicated homemaker and later, a principal's secretary, Betty approached every role with diligence, grace, and an unwavering commitment to serving others. She was a gifted and award-winning quilter whose artistry reflected both her creativity and patience. Her talents extended to many forms of needlework, and countless family members and friends were blessed to receive the beautiful works she created with her hands and heart.

Betty was a steadfast friend to many, a caregiver and source of comfort to those in need, and a woman whose compassion extended far beyond her own family. She possessed remarkable grit, a quick sense of humor, and a deep capacity for kindness. She loved her country and believed in dignity and equal rights for all people.

When life presented challenges, Betty often reminded those around her, "And this too shall pass." Those simple words reflected the resilience and perspective that carried her through both joys and hardships. May those words continue to bring comfort to all who loved her.

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James P. Culbreth

James P. Culbreth, 81, of Lakewood, Colorado passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Born in Chester, Pennsylvania, James relocated with his family to Palatka, Florida in the 1950s. He was a 1962 graduate of Palatka South High School and a 1966 graduate of The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. He was also a 1974 graduate of the University of South Carolina Law School. He honorably served in active duty as a Captain in the United States Air Force and was a Security Police Staff Officer.

James had been a long-time resident of the Denver, Colorado area. He spent much of his life as an attorney, certified with the Florida and Colorado Bar Associations. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed spending time in the area parks photographing nature and wildlife. He enjoyed spending time with friends and spending time with his family in Florida during the Christmas holidays.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James P. and Marjorie I. Culbert and his sister, Patricia C. Holloway.

He is survived by his niece, Christina Holloway-Williams (Matt) of Palatka, Florida.

Services will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 12:30pm at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado.

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Karen Alice Brezina

The Life of Nanny…

Karen Alice (Carver) Brezina, age 90, lovingly known as “Nanny” to her grandchildren, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026. Karen left behind a lifetime of love , dedication and cherished memories with friends and family.

Karen was born in Fargo, North Dakota, in 1935, and spent her early years in Mahnomen, Minnesota living above the newspaper her mother owned and ran, The Mahnomen Pioneer. Karen was proud of her heritage and would always share that, “ Real wild rice came only from her home town”. Which she fondly called, Ma-No-Men.

The great love story of her life was her marriage to her husband, Gerald Brezina, whom she met in University and shared seventy remarkable years. Many of those years were spent in Colorado where Karen devoted her life to her three children and grandchildren and great grandchildren who she loved with a passion.

To those who knew her, Karen possessed a rare grace and understood the beauty of stories told slowly and of family gathered close. She moved through the world gently, but left deep roots wherever she went.

In the quiet pauses of family gatherings, in remembered laughter, in the stories passed from one generation to the next - Nanny will be dearly missed.

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Jo Ann Brown

Jo Ann Brown, 88, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026. She was born March 31, 1938, in Greeley, Colorado and raised in Lakewood, Colorado.

A graduate of Alameda High School, Jo Ann worked as a secretary for Mountain Bell telephone company and later as a draftswoman for the family electrical service business, Piper Electric. In retirement, she realized a life-long dream of living on the beach in Key West, Florida. She also traveled extensively, including trips to Europe, Africa, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.

Jo Ann was married to Gary Brown for over 67 years. Together, they raised 3 children and resided throughout Colorado, including Arvada, Carbondale, and Golden. She was passionate about her family and her role as a homemaker and mother. There was nothing more important to her than family, and she delighted in cooking gourmet meals and hosting large family events.

Jo Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Zaida Burger, and her brother Rudy Burger. She is survived by her husband, Gary, and her three children and their families; Terry (Steve), Scott (Linda), and Clark (Kate), 8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren, as well as her brother Robert Burger (Caroline) and sister-in-law, Dona Burger.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 27th, 2026, at Glory of God Lutheran Church, 12200 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. Visitation will begin at 10am, followed by a memorial service at 11 am. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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Patrick Fares DeHerrera

Patrick F DeHerrera born June 15,1941, joined his brothers, sisters and parents in Heaven on May 22, 2026.

Patrick was preceded in death by his parents Jose Alberto and Josephine, brothers Edward and Manuel, sisters Sophia Hopkins, Darlene Quintana and Dolores Trujillo.

He will be remembered fondly by many loved ones.

Services to be held on

Monday, June 15, 2026.

1030am Rosary

1100am Mass

Holy Name Catholic Church

3290 W Milan Ave

Sheridan CO

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Christopher William Hill

Celebrating the Life of Christopher William Hill

August 23, 1956 – May 7, 2026

Christopher William Hill, a man of remarkable resilience, service, and heart, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026 surrounded by the family he loved.

Born in St. Louis, Missouri, to Ruth and Dick Hill, Chris’s life was defined by a steady strength and a persistent desire to help others navigate the storms he knew so well. As a young man, he stepped into service with the United States Marine Corps, serving in Okinawa and earning the rank of Sergeant. He carried the discipline and honor of the Corps with him long after his honorable discharge.

Chris earned his Bachelor of Science in Business degree from the University of Colorado in 1985.

While Chris faced a lifelong battle with mental illness, he refused to let it be a silent struggle. Instead, he turned his lived experience into a lifeline for others. As a client board member for the Jefferson Center for Mental Health, Chris became a global advocate, traveling across the country and abroad to certify clubhouses that provided community and dignity for those living with mental health challenges.

Perhaps Chris’s greatest legacy, however, was his 40 years of sobriety. A dedicated member of Alcoholics Anonymous, he spent countless hours walking alongside others in their darkest moments, offering the same hope that had sustained him. Just weeks before his passing, he received his 40-year coin—a beautiful "mission accomplished" for a life dedicated to recovery and helping others find their way back to the light.

Chris is survived by his siblings, Rick (Monica) Hill, Mike Hill, Barbara (Larry) Marcum, and Robyn (Brad) Herman, along with numerous nieces and nephews who will remember him for his courage and his kind spirit.

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Louis O. Beatty

Louis O. Beatty passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, leaving behind a family and community who will deeply miss him. He is survived by his wife, Dianne Beatty; his children, Angel Pritt and Pam Beatty; his stepchildren, Tammy Benoit and James Quirk (husband) and Todd Erickson (Liane); and his grandchildren, Kayla Benoit, Tristian Erickson, Emilee Benoit, Logan Erickson, and Ashton Erickson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Sarah Beatty. He is also survived by his sister, Nancy Schaefer and her husband, Paul.

Louis valued education and earned a Bachelor’s Degree at Virginia Tech and his Masters at Old Dominion University.

During his younger years, he participated in glee club and carried a lifelong appreciation for music and friendship.

He enjoyed spending time at shooting ranges, hunting, and sharing those traditions with others who appreciated the outdoors. He was a proud member of the National Rifle Association and the Bristle Cone Shooting Club.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrew's Village Retirement Community in the Community Room 13801 East Yale Avenue, Aurora , CO. Flowers may be ordered in his memory.

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Alette Gramling

Alette Gramling, a proud Colorado native and beloved mother, Nana, and friend, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Lakewood, Colorado, at the age of 64.

Born on March 28, 1961, Alette brought warmth, humor, and strength to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She was truly the life of the party — someone who could make any room brighter and make anyone around her laugh. Her caring heart and protective nature made her a steadfast source of love and support for her family and friends.

Alette deeply cherished her Colorado roots and took great pride in her family’s history. Family meant everything to her, and she especially adored spending time with her grandson Damon. She carried immense love for her late husband, Charles, whom she loved dearly throughout her life.

She is survived by her son Christopher; her daughter Shaelyn and son-in-law Mark; her grandson Damon; her sister Krista; sister-in-law’s Catherine, Christina and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Charles and her granddaughter Tegan.

Alette will be remembered for her laughter, fierce love for her family, kind spirit, and the joy she brought to others. Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved her.

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Karin Ida Rawlings

March 21, 1949 – April 23, 2026

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved Karin Ida Rawlings, who passed away on April 23, 2026, in Evergreen, Colorado, at the young age of 77. She was surrounded by her adoring family, wrapped in the overwhelming love of those who cherished her most.

Karin was born on March 21, 1949, in Augsburg, Germany, to Willibald and Hilda Preiter. She grew up in her home country of Germany before beginning a brave new chapter in the United States after her husband completed his military service following the Vietnam War. Leaving Germany for America was no small thing, but Karin carried her strength, resilience, and beautiful Bavarian spirit with her throughout her life.

Karin was a dedicated employee at Coors, where she retired with the highest honors. She brought the same devotion, pride, and care to her work that she brought to every part of her life.

She had a deep love for music, from her favorite artist, Rod Stewart, to Pavarotti and everything in between. Music brought her joy, comfort, and expression, and it was one of the many ways her vibrant spirit shone.

Karin was passionate about flowers and spent every chance she could tending to her beautiful garden. With patience, vision, and love, she transformed dry, barren dust into a flower garden oasis a living reflection of the beauty she carried within her. Her garden was more than a place; it was a testament to her nurturing spirit and her ability to bring life, color, and beauty wherever she planted her hands and heart.

She also had a huge heart for animals, a tenderness and compassion she lovingly passed down to her children and grandchildren. Her love for all things living, flowers, animals, family, and friends was one of the many ways she made the world softer and more beautiful.

Karin was loyal and fierce when it came to her family. She gave everything for her girls and raised them to become exceptional mothers, just as she was. With her beautiful Bavarian accent, she had a way of creating the sweetest and most memorable “Mom-isms,” mixing up just the perfect amount of words to make everyone smile and adopt them into their daily conversations. When someone came to her discouraged, she would lovingly say, “You ain’t gotta worry about a thing, tomorrow is another day.” Her words, her warmth, and her loving energy were impossible to resist.

Karin leaves behind her loving husband, John Rawlings, to whom she was a beloved wife, best friend, and the love of his life; her three beloved daughters, Christina Curtis (Bob), Alexandra Schmidt (TJ), and Michelle Brown (Nate); and the family she so deeply loved.

She was also the best Oma to the grandchildren she was so incredibly proud of: Brigette Matthews, Christian Curtis, Brianna Curtis, Ava Schmidt, Zoie Brown, and Emma Brown. Her grandchildren are a beautiful part of her legacy, and the love she shared with them will continue to live on through their memories of her and the loving lives they continue to lead.

Karin was preceded in death by her parents, Willibald and Hilda Preiter, and her brother, Wolfgang Preiter.

We loved our momma so much. To say she will be missed is an enormous understatement. She was the heart of our family, a source of comfort, strength, laughter, and love. Her life was a beautiful garden of devotion, music, kindness, humor, loyalty, grace and the seeds she planted in the hearts of those who loved her will continue to bloom for generations to come.

We love you, Mom, forever and always.

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