All Obituaries

Harold W. Padilla was born on June 18, 1939 in San Rafael, New Mexico, to the union of Zacarias Padilla and Teresita Ortiz from San Rafael, New Mexico. Harold was a loving brother to: Margaret Gonzales, Ernesto Padilla, Tony Donald Padilla, Orlando Padilla, Ruben Padilla, Viola Padilla, Pat Padilla.   He was a wonderful father to the following: Rudy Padilla, Zacarias Padilla, Stefanie Padilla, Linda Padilla Smyth, Jeff Smyth Darlene Padilla and Carol Ann Padilla.  Harold also...

Barbara Lee Brito Trujillo, a Colorado Native and longtime resident of Brighton, CO passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, August 6, 2020 at the age of 72. Barbara is survived by her loving “Sugar Plum” and doting husband of 38 years, Leslie L. Trujillo; her children, Christopher (Charlotte) Romero, Kenneth (Rie) Romero, and Carlos (April) Trujillo; her grandchildren, Brittany (Edward Berkeley) Chavez, Eric (Stephanie) Moore, Sebastian Romero, Lauren (Chad Verdi)...

Frances Ruth Washburn, 87, Of Brighton, Colorado, passed away on August 6, 2020. Frances was born in Stockton, California to Samuel E. Gibson and Erma V. Rhodes on August 7, 1932.  She had two siblings, an older brother David and a younger sister Charlotte.  They moved to Los Angeles when Frances was a young child.  She attended school in California where she graduated from high school.  She had many fun vacations with her family all over the United States prior to her...

Elaine was born July 15, 1920 in White River, County of Mellette, South Dakota to Earl and Marie Edna Cotton Halligan. Marie was originally from South Dakota, but had lived with her Grandmother, Anna Steece Cotton (bd 1828) in Marietta, Ohio during high school and college. Marie returned to South Dakota to teach and to assist with her younger brothers and sisters. Earl homesteaded in the area of White River following service in the army during WW I. Earl met Marie at a dance held in the one...

David Allen Weaver of Lochbuie, Colorado passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at the age of 69. David was born in Hays, Kansas on August 10, 1950, to father Adolph Weaver and mother Frances Aich Weaver. Situated in the middle of five sons and one daughter, David grew up living life to the absolute fullest. He was a gifted musician and played in numerous bands throughout his adolescence and early adult life. His zest for adventure and “life on the road”...

On Monday, August 3, 2020, Thurman Harrison Jr., a loving son, brother, Uncle, father and grandfather passed away at the age of 65. Thurman Jr. was born June 6, 1955 to his parents, Thurman and Earlene (Dyson) Harrison in Kansas City, Kansas. As a child, he developed a lasting love for animals by caring for the family pet, Beulah, a pointer dog. Thurman Jr. had a passion for fishing and traveling in the state of Colorado searching for the best fishing spots. He played baseball and went to...

Sam was born in Bangkok, Thailand to Eddie Armijo and Theresa Rivera. He grew up in Springer, NM. In 1980, he married Janna Claye and readily accepted the responsibilities of a father, adopting Jan’s two sons. He and Jan lived in Brighton, CO and the Thornton, CO until Jan’s death in 2014. Sam dedicated his life to protecting others. He served as a Police Officer in the New Mexico State Troopers, for the City of Brighton, and later for the City of Thornton. After retiring from...

Born: February 28, 1947 in Chacon, New Mexico USA Died: August 3, 2020 in Fort Lupton, Colorado   Modesto was born to Demostenes Martinez Sr. and Faustina(Vasquez) Martinez on February 28, 1947 in Chacon, New Mexico. Modesto served in the Army during the Vietnam War were he received a purple heart. Modesto or "Marty" as he was called by his family and friends worked for Hensel & Phelps Construction Company until his retirement after more then 30 years with...

Derrick Paul Diedtrich was born March 11, 1978 in Aberdeen, SD to David and Linda (Mehlhaff) Diedtrich.  At the age of 8 the family moved to Arvada, Colorado and later made their home in Brighton where Derrick attended Brighton High School.  He was active in concert band and Jazz band and loved the Arts and Entertainment displayed in his participation with the drama club.   Derrick later sought out additional education at UNC in Greeley, CO.  His career as an...

Andrea Hopp left this world unexpectedly and much too soon on August 3, 2020. She was a kind, selfless, loving person and she loved the Lord. She will be missed by so many, but none more than her husband of 23 years, Dan, and her two children, Joshua (15) and Megan (12). Andrea was born November 15, 1971 in Brighton, Colorado to Ronald and Margie Haake. Andrea grew up on a farm west of Fort Lupton with her brother, Zane, and they shared a close bond and special friendship. She was preceded...