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Darlene Oakes

Posted Tuesday, June 10, 2014 1:40 pm

By Steve Smith

Darlene Oakes, 91, passed away May 28, 2014.

She is survived by a sister, two brothers, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside services were Monday, June 9, at Fort Logan National Cemetery.

Aspen Mortuaries handled the arrangements.

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