AHS Class of 1974 Reunion

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This page is dedicated to honoring the memories of our classmates who have passed away. If you know of a classmate who has passed, but not listed here, you may add a new memorial and a photo by clicking the Add Memorial button. You may also write a tribute or leave comments about those already listed on the page. Most published obituaries have been edited for length.

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Vickie Tressler (Aldinger)

1955-07-26 2022-01-31

Vickie Lou Tressler, 66, passed away unexpectedly January 31, 2022, in Topeka, Kansas.

She was born in Gothenburg, Nebraska, and grew up with two brothers and two sisters, Timothy, Michael, Mickie Sue, and Lazon. She graduated high school from Arapahoe High School in Littleton, Colorado. Vickie had one daughter, Darvana Hassie Elizabeth Tressler. She survives her in death as well as her partner, Andy Derry, and his children. Vickie was preceded in death by her late husband Kevin Tressler.

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Wilbur Antelope

1958-09-23 2020-10-24

Note: We recently learned Wilbur Antelope, the Northern Arapaho artist who created the current Warrior mascot, passed away. This memorial is posted in his honor.

Wilbur Antelope, 62, of Riverton, Wyoming, passed away at his home on October 24, 2020. A wake was held October 28, 2020, at 1424 17 Mile Road in Arapahoe followed by a graveside ceremony the following day at Friday Cemetery.

Wilbur Paul Antelope was born September 23, 1958, in Riverton to Stewart and Doris (Antelope) Oldman. He was a member of the Northern Arapaho Tribe. His native name was Eagle Man, which was passed down to him by his Grandpa James Washington.

Wilbur received...

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Scott Barker

1956-08-29 1998-07-25

Scott was born August 29, 1956, in Colorado Springs, and died July 25, 1998, in Anchorage, Alaska.

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Daniel Bellas

Daniel James Bellas was born in April 1956 and passed in August 2017 as the result of serious illness. AHS classmates who knew Dan have shared that he was a pilot for People Express Airlines and had a very successful ceramic business.

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William Benker

1956-02-27 2015-11-26

(The following is an edited version of the obituary/eulogy Bill wrote himself.)

William “Tiny” John Benker of Thornton was born on February 27, 1956, at St. Luke's Hospital, Denver, Colorado. He passed away on November 26, 2015.

Bill grew up in South Denver then moved with his parents to a new home in Littleton. His lower education days were all spent in Littleton, where he graduated from Arapahoe High School. Bill participated in and enjoyed playing football, basketball, baseball, and track and field. He also was a member of the concert choir and first discovered his love of design and drafting while at Arapahoe.

After graduation Bill started hi...

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Rich Bertha

1956-07-11 2017-04-06

Richard Robert "Richie" Bertha passed away peacefully on April 6, 2017. Richard was born on July 11, 1956, in Hoven, South Dakota.

Richard was a caring and loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. He has left us, but will always be in our hearts. Richard's positive outlook on life will remain an inspiration to us all.

Richard's favorite hobbies were playing cribbage, bingo, and card games; traveling with family, watching forensic TV shows, spending time with family, cheering on the Rockies and the Broncos, and complimenting those around him.

Despite a life of pain and struggle, Richard maintained a positive outlook and only saw the good in all thi...

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