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Katherine Lee "Kay" Horrocks

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Katherine Horrocks Obituary

Katherine “Kay” Horrocks, 80, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, in Arvada, Colorado.

A devoted mother and grandmother, Kay was preceded in death by her husband, John V. Horrocks. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Curtis, and her husband, Kevin Curtis of Colorado Springs, Colorado; son, Tom Horrocks, and his wife, Meg Horrocks of Rutland, Vermont. Her four grandchildren Tyler Rodaway and Nathan Rodaway of Arvada, Colorado, Luci Horrocks of Lindenhurst, New York, and Bridgette Horrocks of Rutland, Vermont.

A private family memorial service to celebrate Kay's life will be held on a later date.

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

Published by The Denver Gazette on Mar. 17, 2026.

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Funeral services provided by:

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7577 W. 80th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80003

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