In Memoriam

List of 5 news stories.

• William DeLine '53

  11/25/2025
  William DeLine '53, brother of Robert '48 (also deceased), Howard '51 (also deceased) and Jack '57, passed away on November 18, 2025. 
  
  "Born August 14, 1935, in Denver, Colorado, Bill, affectionately known as "Grandsir" to his grandchildren, was a devoted family man and successful businessman. He attended Regis Jesuit High School, continued his education at Marquette University, and ultimately graduated from Regis College in 1957. Before graduating from college, Bill married Adele Murray on December 29, 1956. Together, they built a large and loving family that includes five children, 16 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren, with three more on the way. Professionally, Bill was remembered as "Business Bill" by his colleagues. He began his career selling for the family box company, and later had a successful career as a manufacturing rep for packaging equipment. Seeking a new challenge, he purchased a Coors distributing company called D&D Sales, which he owned and operated until his retirement. Through D&D Sales, he built his business legacy and provided for his family. Bill was known for his generosity towards his employees, offering full-ride scholarships to those choosing to attend Arapahoe Community College. He encouraged everyone to grow and supported them when moving on to bigger and better opportunities. Those who stayed with him were very loyal to both Bill and D&D Sales. Bill's commitment to charity work was remarkable. For ten years, he was deeply committed to bringing teenagers to Christ through a program called "Teens Encounter Christ”. Another commitment was to the Mankind Project & Gathering of Men Retreat, which focused on self-awareness and personal growth. He also participated in the remodeling of Most Precious Blood Church, organized numerous charity golf tournaments, donated to many causes and supported the Regis College School of Business." Click here to view the full obituary. 
  
  The Rosary service will be held on Friday, November 28 at 5:00 pm at Horan McConaty, 1091 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver 80246. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 29 at 10:30 am at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church. A Celebration of Life reception will be at Cherry Hills Country Club from 3:30-7:00 pm.
  
  Those wishing to honor Bill's life can make a donation in his honor to Missionaries of Charity, The Capuchin Friars or Saint Vincent de Paul - MPB Chapter. 
  
  We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Bill's soul and the consolation of his family and all those who loved him. May he rest in peace.

• Andre Lawrence Martinez '01

  11/17/2025
  Andre Lawrence Martinez '01 passed away on November 5, 2025. 
  
  "Born with a smile that could brighten any room, Andre entered the world surrounded by love. He was Larry and Michele's son and Joelle's little brother or "Big," as he lovingly called her. From the very beginning, he was embraced by great-grandparents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins who adored him deeply. He was the heartbeat of every family gathering, the laughter behind every story, and the voice that carried above the crowd, boisterous, joyful, unmistakably Andre. A devoted sports fan through and through, Andre cheered the loudest—win or lose—for the Broncos, the Nuggets, and yes, even the Rockies. It was rare to see him without a piece of sports gear, each one a small badge of loyalty to the teams he loved and supported. In recent years, Andre found his greatest joy on the sidelines of smaller fields, proudly cheering for Isabella and Mateo's soccer teams. If they were playing, he was there encouraging, celebrating, and treating every goal like a championship win. He loved the twins deeply and was immensely proud to be their uncle and their biggest fan. A character. A dreamer. A loyal friend. His "boys" from Notre Dame, Regis, and CU Boulder became brothers for life. Together they played music, built memories, and proved that friendship really can last through every season. Andre had a deep love for animals, and they seemed to sense his gentle spirit, always returning the care and attention he gave. None, however, loved him more than his loyal companion, Murphy. Their bond was unbreakable, a friendship grounded in quiet understanding, steady comfort, and unconditional love. Andre's journey was not an easy one, but he faced every challenge with unwavering grit. When his liver failed, his cousin Brandon gave him the most precious gift, a second chance at life. That gift allowed Andre eight more years filled with games watched, music played, laughter shared, and love multiplied. And when life came full circle, Andre did what only true heroes do, he gave back. From donee to donor, his final act became a legacy of life for others. To know Andre was to know abundance of love, of laughter, of light. He filled every room he entered, and now, he fills our hearts. In every game, every song, every story told, Andre will be there forever remembered, forever loved." Click here to view the full obituary. 
  
  A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, November 24 from 4:00-7:00 pm at Rockley's Event Center, 8555 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, CO 80215. 
  
  We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Andre's soul and the consolation of his family and all those who loved him. May he rest in peace.

• Marian White

  11/17/2025
  Marian White, sister of Regis Jesuit Chaplain Fr. Tom Rochford SJ '64, passed away recently.  
   
  

  A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00 am in the Blessed Rupert Mayer Chapel in the Girls Division.
  
  

  We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Marian's soul and the consolation of her family and all those who loved her. May she rest in peace.

• Tom Yoda '18

  11/6/2025
  Tom Yoda '18 passed away on November 2, 2025. 
  
  "Tom was born on August 1, 2000, in Japan, and throughout his life, he shared his love, joy, and hope with everyone around him. Tom was from Kamakura, a beautiful coastal city in Kanagawa, Japan, where he spent his childhood and attended Seisen Elementary School before moving to Georgia and Colorado later with his family. In 2018, he graduated from Regis Jesuit High School in Aurora, Colorado. He then graduated from Kenyon College in Ohio with a bachelor’s degree in physics, earning summa cum laude and Highest Honors in Physics. He was a third-year Ph.D. student in applied physics at Stanford University, which will be conferring a Master of Science in Applied Physics to Tom in the near future. Tom was an avid French horn player and enjoyed playing tennis, squash, and mystery-solving games." Click here to view the full obituary. 
  
  An open-house memorial celebration will take place at Horan & McConaty Funeral Service and Cremation in Centennial, CO on Saturday, November 8 from 2:00-5:00 pm. Guests are warmly invited to stop by, share stories and remember Tom together. 
  
  We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Tom's soul and the consolation of his family and all those who loved him. May he rest in peace.

• Joyce Doherty

  11/4/2025
  Joyce Doherty, mother of the Dean of Students in the Boys Division, Mike Doherty, and former Regis Jesuit employees Kelly Doherty and Katy Diaz, and grandmother of science teacher Jon Powell ’95, and school counselor Sarah Milhollan ’09, passed away on October 30, 2025.
   
  Joyce was also grandmother to Aaron Diaz ’95, Daniel Diaz ’97, David Powell ’03, Christopher Smith ‘03, Anthony Doherty ’06, Rachel Doherty ’08, Michaela Smith ’12, Zachary Smith ’14, Taylor Smith ’16, and Isabella Smith, and great-grandmother to Ryan Powell and Micah Williams ’21.
  
  We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Joyce's soul and the consolation of her family and all those who loved her. May she rest in peace.