Denis Lee Stratford

1944 - 2020

BORN

1944

DIED

2020

Denis Stratford Obituary

Denis Lee Stratford, 75, of Bayfield, CO, died 8/25/2020, in Durango, CO, Born 11/25/1944. Service will be held at a later date. Denis was a well-loved and respected member of a wide variety of diverse communities within Colorado and far beyond. He was held in his transition by the loving care of family and friends with the support of Mercy Regional Hospice. Denis is survived by his 4 siblings, his 3 children, 6 grandchildren, and numerous dearly loved friends. May his spirit soar over the lands and waters where he thrived. A celebration of life will be held at a future date as yet to be determined.

Published by The Durango Herald on Sep. 10, 2020.
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Denis is a dear friend who will be greatly missed forever. Sincere condolences for all his family and all other friends. We think of this wonderful man often and can picture him playing his music on all our river trips. <3

Linda and Gary Holt

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