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Lauraine Dinges Obituary

Lauraine C. Dinges, known as "Mrs. Santa Claus", 72, of Denver. Visitation, 9:00 A.M Saturday, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M., at St. Jude's Catholic Church, 9405 W. Florida Ave., Lakewood, CO. Services will conclude at the Church. Arrangements entrusted to Advantage Runyan Stevenson Mortuary, Lakewood.

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Published by Denver Post from Jan. 12 to Jan. 13, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Lauraine Dinges

26 Entries

Jerry & Carolyn Whiting

February 8, 2006

Dear Herman,

It was a great pleasure to work with Lauraine as a musician during the years Jerry played with your happy band. We will always remember Lauraine as a dear friend, and standout example of courage and talent.

Herman, you and Lauraine were a first-class team! You can take great pride and satisfaction in the joy your team brought to thousands of others.

Love to you and your family,

Kimberly Arnhold

January 24, 2006

Dear Uncle Herman and family,

Just wanted to say I am sorry to hear of Aunt Lauraine's passing. I hope everyone is doing ok. I will keep her and you all in my thoughts and prayers. Like my sister Jody said, may she rest in peace with our Dad, Aunt Rita, Grandma Arnhold, and many others that have passed in our family.

Love, Kimberly

Patrick, Nan, Catherine, Rachel, and Amy O'Brien

January 15, 2006

Mr. Dinges, Darrell, Judy, and families,

We were so sad to hear of your recent loss of Lauraine--your dear wife and mother. Her pain on earth is finally over, now, and she is surely entertaining God and all the angels and saints in Heaven! We fondly remember her kind generosity and hospitality she always showed us as we visited Denver during Christmastimes past. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Mrs. Dinges, now, and in the weeks ahead. She will be sorely missed by all!

Charlotte Hoffman

January 14, 2006

Dear family of Lauraine Herman,My deepest sympathy.I am a cousin of Lauraine,her father was my Uncle, my Mother,s brother.I did,nt see Lauraine often but when I did, she always was so happy to see our family. Charlotte Hoffman(younger)family.

Linda Gail (Smith)

January 13, 2006

Dear Herman, Darrell and Judy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I too remember growing up going to many polka-thons and many visits to your home as a child. I will always remember Lauraine with her beautiful smile. May God bring you peace and comfort knowing that she is in a much better place and we will all see her again someday.

Brandy Hewins (Gross)

January 13, 2006

I remeber Aunt Lauraine from the Polka-thons that my parents, Maurice and Joyce Gross and my Grandpa Leroy Arnhold used to take me to. She touched many people's lives with her music, smile, and genuine kindness. All will miss her.

Catherine O'Brien

January 13, 2006

Dear Dinges Family,

I remember growing up visiting my own grandparents at Christmas time and invariably taking a trip over to the brightest house in all the land (quite literally)... the Dinges'. Mr. Dinges with his accordion and Mrs. Dinges bustling along asking if we needed anything... making us feel as if her home was ours and that above all else we were wanted. I know that she truly knew God for she gave completely of herself every time I met her. My heart is with your family at this time and want you to know she will be missed by many. Thank you for being a part of my life... I'm glad she was.

Sincerely,

Catherine O'Brien

Darien O'Brien

January 12, 2006

Dear Mr. Dinges, Judy, Darrell, Audrey, Ava, Sheila, and your families,

May God comfort you now and bring you peace. I will never forget the song Mrs. Dinges sang "In Heaven there is no beer, that's why we drink it here." I'm sure she's playing her piano for St. Peter and St. Paul, and my Mom and Dad are singing with her in Heaven.

May God's Choicest Blessings be with you.

Darien O'Brien (age-half the number of keys on a piano)

Felicia O'Brien

January 12, 2006

Lauraine taught me the meaning of the word hospitality. From the time I met her 13 years ago, until the last time I saw her less than two weeks ago, she always had a smile and a welcome, whenever we dropped in, expected or not. She was truly a lady and taught me how to open my home to others and hopefully I can show the same hospitality and friendliness to others for years to come. This will be my legacy to her.

Sincerely,

Felicia

Charles O'Brien

January 12, 2006

Dear family of Mrs. Dinges,

Thank you for being Mrs. Clause, and for all the pretty Christmas lights every year. Now she's with my Grandma and Grandpa O'Brien in Heaven.

Charles, Age 7

Rosalie O'Brien

January 12, 2006

Dear Herman, Darrell, Judy, Audrey, Ava, Sheila and family,

I liked all the candy Mrs. Dinges gave me. She was very nice. I will pray for her in heaven.

Sincerely,

Rosalie (age 9)

Shawntel Blocker

January 12, 2006

Dear Dinges Family,

My family and I extend our deepest sympathies to you and heartfelt gratitude for the love and care that was given to me years ago. Lauraine touched me in ways that only God knows. May she rest in God's love and peace now and may His peace be with you all. God Bless. Shawntel Blocker and Family

Narcy and Charlene Zavishlak

January 12, 2006

We extend our deepest sympathy and you will always be in our prayers.

Carrie Olinger, The Children's Hospital Foundation

January 12, 2006

Herman, my thoughts are with you and your family. While I only met you and lauraine briefly, your kindness and warmth really touched me.

January 12, 2006

Dear Herman,

Jennifer and I want to express to you and your family our sorrow at hearing of the passing of your wife. She will be missed by so many.

Greg Dwight

Jennifer Anthony

Jody (Arnhold)Butler

January 12, 2006

Dear Uncle Herman and family,

My deepest sympathies goes out to the whole family. Lauraine will be sorely missed and the memories will be cherished forever. It's comforting to know Lauraine will be with Dad and Aunt Rita. God Bless and love to all.

Darren, Jody, Logan and Amanda Butler

Jeff Black

January 12, 2006

Herman,

We will all miss Lauraines smile and talent that she brought to the Veterans Picnic every year. She will always be remembered here by our family at Aspen.

Our Prayers of Hope and Comfort will always be with you from your Commrades and Friends at Aspen Mortuaries.

Leslie McKay

January 12, 2006

Dear Herman,

On behalf of The Children's Hospital, I express our deepest sympathy for your loss. So many little lives have been positively impacted by the kindness and generousity that you and Lauraine shared over the years. May her light shine on.

Bridgid O'Brien and Robby Richmeier

January 12, 2006

Dear Herman, Darrell, Judy and famlies,

Our deepest sympathies are extended to you at the loss of your wife and mother. Lauraine will definitely be missed. She was a lovely person and an encouragement to all of us to always keep a positive attitude. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Angela and David Zaba

January 12, 2006

I am so sorry she is gone! She always had a smile and kicked up her heals. Or her wheels depending on the year. She was a wonder person and now one of the favored in the Lord's eyes. God Bless you!

Dora Leiker

January 12, 2006

Dear Uncle Herman,Darrell & Judy: The lives Aunt Lauraine touched are many. Her love & shinning example of accepting God's will in her life will be her legacy. Our prayers are with you. Mark & Dora Leiker

Narcene & Terry Bedore

January 11, 2006

Herman, Darrell, and Judy we send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your wife and mother. We will never forget her beautiful singing voice especially the time your band played at our wedding. Lorraine will be missed. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.

Joyce Gross

January 11, 2006

Dear Uncle Herman and family: Our sympathy is with you at this time of loss. You both were such a big part of my life, and Aunt Lauraine will be missed. She is at peace now, and is with her beloved sister Aunt Rita Pfannenstiel and brother Eddie Junior. My prayer goes out to the family. Joyce and Maurice Gross (KS)

Pete Smith

January 11, 2006

Dear Herman, Darrell, Judy, and threst of the family. You all are in my prayers. Lauraine has completed her journey here and now enters into eternity. Just think of all the wonderful years we all had with her here on earth, and just imagine spending eternity with her when we all get to heaven. She'll be waiting for all of you. May God bless you all.

Elsie Hoffman

January 11, 2006

To the Family of Lauraine

My heart goes out to all of you for i know that she was a good wife -mother and grandmother Iloved her very much she always had a smile on her face whenever you saw her may you rest in peace Lauraine and God Bless you and your family

Elsie (First cousin)

BETTYE KAY & RONALD SEWALD

January 11, 2006

TO THE FAMILY OF LORAINNE DINGES: OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU WITH ALL THE SYMPATHY ONE COULD POSSIBLY HAVE. LORRAINE WAS MY MOST BEAUTIFUL COUSIN. SHE WILL WALK ONCE AGAIN AND HAVE THE PEACE AND HAPPINESS FOR ETERNITY. SHE HAS ENTERED THE KINGDOM OF THE LORD. THEIR SHE WILL HAVE ETERNAL REST AND PEACE. SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. LORRAINE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS.

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