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Emily Ann Berkeley

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Emily Berkeley Obituary

Died from a serious skydiving accident early Sunday morning, December 19, 2010. Born September 24, 1972, she is a fourth generation Coloradoan. Attended Denver schools and graduated from Lake Forest College in Illinois. She then traveled the world and lived in Athens, Greece for two years, came home and graduated from the University of Colorado School of Law. Currently practicing law with Supreme Court credentials. She was married to Lee Hamilton ("Kiwi" to Emily) from New Zealand on September 13, 2002 in Colorado and in Australia on December 31, 2002. They shared a passion for skydiving. She had over 1,400 jumps and was pro rated. Everyone remembers her enthusiasm for life, kindness, and her infectious smile. Survived by her parents, LeRoy and Theresa Berkeley, sister Elizabeth (Brian Crain), grandparents Robert and Gloria Berkeley, many Aunts and Uncles, and was especially close to her cousins. Memorial Celebration Thursday, December 23, 3:00 PM, Mile Hi Skydiving Center at Vance Brand Airport in Longmont. In Lieu of flowers family suggests memorials to Max Fund or any charity that benefits animals in need.

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Published by Denver Post on Dec. 22, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Emily Berkeley

25 Entries

Josh Gonzales

December 16, 2021

God bless those who love you, Emily. You were a spitfire in your personality and loyal to those you cared about most. I know that you are greatly missed! May the joy of fond memories never be forgotten by each of us who were blessed enough to be in your presence.

Josh Gonzales

December 16, 2020

May God bless each and every family member and friend of Emily’s! She is with you now and forever, Father in Heaven!

Josh Gonzales

May 12, 2011

Emily,

I am blessed to have known you. I thank our friend, Turner, for that. I remember you as being extremely confident, and certainly full of 'life'. What I always appreciated about you was your willingness to associate with anybody. You were 'sassy', yet so down to earth. I know you are smiling down from Heaven as I say these words.

Lou Krauss

December 27, 2010

When I began teaching, Emily was the first student to introduce herself to me. Even though it has been 23 years, I remember her well. I remember her great smile and a wisdom well beyond her 14 years. She was energetic, funny, intelligent, involved, and caring. It does not surprise me that she became the successful, well loved and well respected woman she was. Emily will be missed, but she will live on in the fond memories of all that she touched. My thought and prayers are with you.

Debbie Bergman

December 25, 2010

Berkeley Family and Lee... I am so sorry for your loss. Emily was the first person I met at Lake Forest College. We shared a dorm room freshman year. She was a smart and adventurous person. She always spoke so fondly of her family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Jan Court

December 24, 2010

Our dear Lee, we are here for you ANY time. Love to you and God will take wonderful care of your beautiful wife. Hugs. Jan and Nev N.Z. x x

Sarah Lindsey

December 24, 2010

I met Emily just a short time ago. I had the opportunity (and honor) to work with her - she had just come to our firm as a new associate and she brought a wonderful energy and sense of adventure to the place - we all had to laugh when she showed off her new yellow jump suit and strutted around the office while wearing it. We hit it off instantly and I liked working with her very much. With a very HEAVY heart, we said goodbye to Emily yesterday, but she will never be forgotten.

Samira Qayyum

December 23, 2010

Emily and her husband used to come into my Starbucks every morning

Nicholas Ferguson

December 23, 2010

I met Emily for the first time just weeks ago. I went to a skydiving party and I myself and not a skydiver. She was the first person to introduce herself and spent the entire night making us feel comfortable. Even though I met her only that one time it is so hard to believe that she is gone! My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

Rob Manzanares

December 23, 2010

"Emily was my Attorney and worked on my case for 3 and half years. I will miss her so much; she was my friend and cared about my fight for my daughter so much and fought so hard for us. The Heavens have opened up to a beautiful sole who will be missed so much. My daughters Angel watches over her. Thank you Em!!! Love."

December 23, 2010

To Lee and his family, Glenn, Gaye and Saul, our thoughts are with you.

The down under "Kiwi" Hamilton family

Robert Wareham

December 23, 2010

I met Emily during the Family Law Institute in Steamboat this past August. We had a great dinner and evening on the town with our firm. I was struck by her zest for life and energy. My heart was truly saddened when I heard the news Monday morning. It is a great loss to our profession and our community. My prayers are with her family. She will be missed with fond memories.

Marilyn Maxwell

December 23, 2010

Roy - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Erin K. Kroll

December 23, 2010

I knew Emily at Lake Forest College. I really respected her willingness to question and challenge things and to face them head on with passion and gusto. And the Lake Forest College community was not always receptive to this. I really admired her courage.

Robin Beattie

December 23, 2010

I had the great fortune to work with Emily for the last three weeks. During that time, Emily made a lasting impression on our firm. Not only was she a fantastic lawyer, but she was also a spectacular, vivacious, kind, and funny person. I am so sorry for the loss of this amazing woman.

Greece 2004 after hiking our 1st mountain

tiffany barry

December 22, 2010

Em was such an amazing woman and she would have given the pre-Brad 'Angelina' a run for her money in all of the following: Fearless, smart, beautiful and sassy...an amazing combination. Like Laura Croft but 1,0000x BETTER! I miss you friend.

Susan Briss-Foley

December 22, 2010

Emily worked with us at Hogan & Hartson about 10 years ago. She left a lasting impression on us with her bright smile, her passion for life and her love for animals. We have pictures of her and Dottie that she had given to us that we will cherish. She will truly be missed.

Susan Briss Foley
Zoila Rios

Sunrise, Sunset?

John Oldani

December 22, 2010

Emily, your smile will live forever in our hearts. You always greeted everyone and made them feel welcome. We will miss you!

Ashley Butler

December 22, 2010

Fly Free Em. You are missed. Blue Skies.

Sandy Hannum

December 22, 2010

I met Emily through my friendship with Kate & Larry Lang. I recall her smile and joyous presence whenever I'd see her. Her spirit will live on amongst all her knew her.

Kate & Larry Lang

December 22, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Berkeley family during this difficult time. Emily was a shining light in the lives of everyone she knew, a light that will never go out.

December 22, 2010

Emily was my attorney during my difficult divorce. She was there for me not only as a professional, but also as a friend. She was a kind and compassionate person and will be very missed. My thoughts are with her family during this tough time.
-Candice Twitty (Denver, CO)

William & Sharon Oldani

December 22, 2010

I've been blessed with knowing Emily for over 35 years through the relationship with her Uncle Dan Berkeley. I consider myself fortunate to have experienced her precious spirit which will stay with me forever. I always will remember her smile, Gods greatest gift to her. She'll always be in my heart and I pray her sweet presence will linger always with her family and loved ones.

Stephanie Downes

December 22, 2010

I was lucky to have met Emily at the family get togethers in Glenwood Springs. She was one spunky fun gal to be around! I am so sorry for this tragedy and think of your family often. My prayers to help you through this.

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