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Karen Mascarenas Obituary

Karen passed away in Westminster, CO on 1-29-2026

Preceded in death by her husband Richard Mascarenas. Survived by her children. Anthony Mascarenas (Valerina) and Veronica Mascarenas (Alonzo); Preceded in death by sons Rick and Mike Mascarenas (Connie); Preceded in death by parents Marvin and Florence Ortega ; Sister of Elaine Ortega and Tom (Marlene) Ortega. Preceded in death by brothers Marvin,Rick,Jim Ortega and sisters Annette Montoya and June Romero. Grandmother of

Michael Martinez (Dezirae), Michael Sanchez, Matthew Mascarenas (Chantae), Vanessa Martinez(Ruben),

Devin Mascarenas (Janel), Anthony Mascarenas, Christine Smith (James),

Francine Mascarenas (James), Nicole Gonzales (Adrene), and Valentino Mascarenas. 18 Great Grandchildren. Numerous, Nieces, Nephews, Aunts,Uncles, Cousins, In-laws, and Friends.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Denver Gazette on Feb. 4, 2026.

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