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Archdiocese of Denver Funeral Home at Mount Olivet

12801 W. 44th Avenue

Wheat Ridge, Colorado

John Arko Obituary

of Arvada Beloved husband of Betty father of John (Patti) Kathy (Steve), also survived by 6 grandchildren and his sister Dorothy (Bill). John was Retired from the Denver Police Department. Visitation 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with Funeral Mass at Spirit of Christ Catholic Church 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the TUCC Foundation, 2777 Mile High Stadium Circle, Denver, CO 80211.Sign condolence book at www.archdenmort.org.

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Published by Denver Post on May 11, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for John Arko

31 Entries

James LUFT

May 4, 2025

Missed

Ginger Luft

May 5, 2024

John was such a fun friend. We have many great memories!

John Bartholomew

May 4, 2023

Now that I've been diagnosed with A-fib, I hope to rely on the example of John's Christian witness in meeting the challenge the way he did with his quiet courage. I miss him.

Jim Luft

May 4, 2023

Think of you often.

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Cindi Lou Nazarenus Crouse

May 4, 2021

GM!
Wanted to say thinking of John and his family!
So many nice memories of growing up!
Hope all is well. Mom is still living with us!
Gigi's daughter has two little boys, one looks like Gig' when she was little!
Thoughts and prayers today for all of you! John was a wonderful person and is remembered for this!
Loves,
Cindi Lou Nazarenus Crouse and Family

Cindi Lou Crouse

May 4, 2020

Dear Arko Family,
So hard to believe it will be 6 years since John's passing. In some ways seems just like yesterday. Hope this is finding you all well. Thinking an praying for your family. Dad passed away 6 years in December, mom is living with us and is well. Take care and loves! Cindi Lou Nazarenus Crouse and Nazarenus Family.

May 9, 2015

We miss you John. It is hard to believe you have been gone for one year.

Mike Schaefer

May 15, 2014

We are so very sorry for the loss. If there is anything we can do don't hesitate to ask.

Mike Schaefer & Melissa

Butch Cosby

May 15, 2014

Please accept our most heart felt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Sydney Schaefer

May 15, 2014

Papa,
I miss you so much. But I know that I will get to see you again. I am going to miss so many things. The one thing that stands out is when you would call me "Sydsalini" and I would call you "Papalini." No one ever really realized we did that. But that was one of the many things that I loved doing with you. I am going to miss that a lot. It makes me feel better knowing that you are in Heaven. I know that you are looking down on every single one of us. I promise that I will always do my best to make you proud. I love you Papa, forever and always.

Chuck Chapla

May 14, 2014

Betty and Family - I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are with you in your time of need. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. I have numerous fun memories of Mr. Arko, as I knew him, while growing up with Mike. He always seemed to be "around the corner" waiting to keep us both straight! : ) May God Bless you and your Family

May 14, 2014

So sorry for the loss of your loved one.
Our Prayers are with all of you.
Chuck & Donna Chapla

May 14, 2014

Betty and Family,

We are so sorry for the loss of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jerry and Phyllis Schaefer
Dorothy Byers

Ray Libonati

May 13, 2014

Betty and Family,
Sorry to hear of John's passing. You are very much in our prayers. He was truely supportive of me during our similar situations.

Jerry & Mary Snapp

May 12, 2014

Betty.... What a lovely Cathederal High School romance (class of '55) that lasted 55 years.... We knew you as the most admired couple at CHS.... We know you will miss the love of your life, but you are an inspiration to your children...what a legacy you both have left friends and family....bless you, Betty.......

Ted Dent

May 12, 2014

I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies to the Arko family. I graduated from Pomona HS in 1978 with John, Jr.
John and I were good friends and lost touch afterwards. Just be comforted knowing that your Dad is now in the loving arms of Jesus Christ.
Blessings to all of the Arko family.
Ted Dent, 303-908-1792

May 12, 2014

Betty and family,
So sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Carol & Jim Turner, Washington, UT

Niccolette Schaefer

May 12, 2014

Papa,
You were taken from us too soon, but I know God has other plans for you. It is comforting to know that you are up in Heaven, looking down on us. I promise to always make you proud. I love you.

Chuck Rowland

May 12, 2014

I was deeply saddened by the news of John passing. Words can not express our sorrow, Darlene and my thoughts are with you and your family. May loving memories help you find peace.

Christine Wiley

May 12, 2014

Betty and family,
John was a wonderful man and a friend to anyone who knew him. He was a great leader and director for the credit union when he volunteered. May the comfort of the Lord be with you all during this time.

Jim and Ginger Luft

May 11, 2014

We are so saddened by Johns passing. We wish all the family our prayers and condolences. We have many wonderful memories of the times we spent together over the years as friends with you all.

May 11, 2014

Dear Betty and family,
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure GiGi welcomed him to heaven. Hugs and prayers,
The Nazarenus family.

Kathy Schaefer

May 11, 2014

Dad,
I could not have asked for a better father. You were such an inspiration to me. I always enjoyed watching you with your Grandchildren. You had a very loving heart and you will be greatly missed. I love you Dad

John Bartholomew

May 11, 2014

I hope everyone who was ever blessed in knowing John Arko joins us in our support for his beloved wife and his family in their time of need. Our prayers are with you, Betty. Your courage provides an example for us all.

Joyce Gibson Curran

May 11, 2014

Betty and family.
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers are with you.

May 11, 2014

Dear Betty:

We are praying for you as you deal with such a great loss.

Dean and Joyce Cook

May 11, 2014

Dearest John,
We had so many years together and yet we were not finished enjoying life. God had other plans for you. I only imagine your peace and happiness now with the Lord.
We that are left are shocked and heart broken, praying for strength..My memories of our life together, our family, friends, travel and adventures will keep me going. Love, Betty

Steve & Cynthia Bahlman

May 11, 2014

Betty,
So sorry to hear about your husband, John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Carson and Vicki Petty

May 11, 2014

We both have had the pleasure of knowing John and Betty through our jobs at City of Arvada and Lutheran Medical Center. We know that your family is suffering a huge loss and we send you our thoughts and prayers.

May 11, 2014

Dear Betty and family,
Our sincerest sympathy at the death of John. He was a good man. Please be assured of our thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this sad time.
Sincerely, Gayle and Joanne Hector

Kay Durkop

May 11, 2014

Betty and family,
I am ever so sorry to hear of John's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Love to you.

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