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Alan Densmore Obituary
Alan Densmore, 45, passed away on April 22, 2021 in Denver, Colorado after a long battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Born in Dallas on March 20, 1976 to Bill and Leslie Densmore, Alan was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. We celebrate his overwhelming love, courage, concern for others, humor, creativity, exuberance, and insistence for joy in daily life. Since Alan's passing, hundreds of people across the country and the world have expressed their love for Alan and described their life-changing relationships with him. Alan's special power was his ability to show up - every single day - for every single one of us in a way that was completely present and authentic. Alan lived in the moment - his life full of love, celebration, music, piano, wonder, beauty, and harmony with the world. One of Alan's lifelong friends wrote, "Memories flood - but mostly I think how achingly, impossibly, beautifully lucky we all were."
Alan graduated from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in 1994 and from The University of Texas at Austin Plan II Honors Program in 1998. Alan founded Centerforward Web Services, LLC in 1999, enabling him to maintain his business while traveling the world seeking friends and adventures. In 2011, Alan found his home in Denver - the perfect place for his love of nature; swimming, hiking, and camping with his friends.
Alan's family is deeply indebted to the remarkable kindness and compassion provided to Alan by Dr. Jonathan Gutman and the many doctors, nurses, and support staff at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus. Alan is survived by his husband Sammy Cordova, his mother Leslie, niece Taylor, and loving family and friends. Alan is pre-deceased by his father, Bill and brother, Andrew with whom he shared his strength and lovingly supported through the same illness that took them both. A Celebration of Life will be held in Dallas on June 7. word In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to his niece Taylor's college fund, (payable to my529, PO Box 145100, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-5100; include Taylor Densmore 201404444) or to the charity of your choice.
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Wendy and Mario Ramos
June 8, 2021
Ever since he was a boy, Alan has been smart, creative, funny and just a beautiful human being. You will be missed but never, ever forgotten. Praying for you and love you much Leslie.
Shannon (McBride) Weisenfels
June 6, 2021
Alan was a great friend, a tremendous talent and had an unforgettable smile. My sincerest condolences to all his family. Leslie, I am holding a special place for you in my prayers. You and Bill raised two incredible sons and I am heartbroken for loss.
René Baker
June 3, 2021
I had the pleasure of meeting Alan at a conference and I am so thankful that God allowed our paths to cross.
Susan McGinnis
June 2, 2021
On behalf of the Deacons of Northridge Presbyterian Church, we offer our condolences and give thanks for Alan's life. We pray for comfort for Alan's family and friends.
Alex Rivera
May 31, 2021
I remember Alan from Stonewall Jackson. He was a couple of years behind me and he always seemed like a really nice kid. My condolences to his family and friends.
Chelsea L May
May 31, 2021
Leslie-I'm a friend of Alan's from St. John's and was very sad to hear this news. I have only happy, wonderful memories of Alan and he clearly made a positive difference in this world and in so many lives. Please know I am praying for you, that you find peace and feel the love all around you during this time. May God bless you and Alan and all of his loved ones. Sincerely, Chelsea (Dillard) May
Nancy Sido
May 30, 2021
Dear Leslie,
Words can’t express how we feel for you. Alan sounds like he was a very special person. Now God has a beautiful Angel watching over you.
Love,
Nancy Chamberlin-Sido and Jim Sido
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