Dr. Edwin Nels Running Jr

DR. EDWIN NELS RUNNING, JR.
Edwin Nels Running, Jr. passed away June 21, 2025, in Highlands Ranch, CO at the age of 94. Edwin was born May 20, 1931, to Edwin and Margaret Running in Des Moines, Iowa. After relocating to Oelwein, Iowa in 1936, Edwin graduated from Oelwein High School in 1949 and enlisted in the Navy as a Seaman Apprentice (SA) in which he served during the Korean War. He graduated from the State University of Iowa- now known as the University of Iowa - after his military service and pursued his passion for medicine attending the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. Edwin then served as a family medical doctor in the Denver metro area for over 50 years. He volunteered at the Wheat Ridge Police Department for over a decade participating in various committees and events throughout the community. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed time at his cabin in Fort Smith, Montana. Tying flies was a treasured part of his fly-fishing journey. Edwin was a lifelong fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes and enjoyed attending the Denver Bronco games with family. He loved spending time with his daughters and grandchildren and was a beloved member of a large, extended family. His life was confirmation to the importance of family, both near and far. Later in retirement, Edwin moved to Wind Crest Senior Living Community in Highland Ranch, CO. He enjoyed meeting with his Wind Crest friends for dinner He was known as the "Wind Crest Ear" - the resident who always knew the "goings -on" around the community. Edwin is survived by his children Corene Chauncey, Deborah Jones, Kirsten (Bryan Huntley), Sarah (Darrell Layton), and Kathryn (Gary Nelson). Corene, Deborah and Kirsten are the children of Edwin and the late Kay Lynn Cease. Sarah and Kathryn are the children of Edwin and his former wife Nancy Green Ablutz. He is also survived by grandchildren, Collin Chauncey (Melanie), Mitchell Jones, Megan (Mike Koster), Braden Huntley, Kelsey Huntley, Gavin Nelson, Marek Nelson, Tarrick Nelson, and McKynlee Nelson; great grandchildren, Cayden and Chase Chauncey; sister, Dorothy Richards; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Edwin and Margaret Running, and brother-in-law George Richards. A military/law enforcement service will be held on July 21, 2025, at 9:00 am at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to any of the organizations below: "Though we grieve, we do so with the hope of resurrection. May Edwin Nels Running Jr. rest in the promise of eternal life. We thank God for the gift of his life and the love he shared. Amen"Tunnel to Towers Foundation T2T.ORGGo to Donate/More Ways to Donate or mail to: Tunnel to Towers Foundation 2361 Hylan Boulevard Staten Island, NY 10306Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes www.2.breakthrough1d.orgGo to memorial donations or mail to: Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes, PO Box 5021 Hagerstown, MD. 21741-5021St. Jude’s stjude.orgor by mail to: 501 St. Jude’s Place Memphis, TN. 38105 after filling out the printable donation form online
Though we grieve, we do so with the hope of resurrection. May Edwin Nels Running Jr. rest in the promise of eternal life. We thank God for the gift of his life and the love he shared. Amen"