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In Memoriam
The community of Regis Jesuit remembers and prays for those among us who have passed away and offers condolences to their families. Prayers for the deceased are offered at school.
We make every effort to account accurately for the passing of any alumnus/a, student, faculty or staff member as well as that of any of their parents, spouses or siblings. If we are aware of other relationships the deceased had to members of our community, we do our best to list them as well. We sincerely regret any oversights or errors that may occur.
Memorial donations can be designated to support the education of future generations of young men and women at Regis Jesuit. If you make a memorial gift, the family will be notified of your donation and you will receive an acknowledgment. Please note that memorial gifts are not limited to those listed. Please click here to make a Memorial Gift.
First Friday Mass in November is offered as a special Remembrance Mass honoring those in our community and their loved ones who have passed away in the preceding year. All are invited to attend.
The names on this page date back to June 2019 and are listed in descending order by the date they were posted.
Please contact us if you would like to submit an obituary for this page.
Memorial donations can be designated to support the education of future generations of young men and women at Regis Jesuit. If you make a memorial gift, the family will be notified of your donation and you will receive an acknowledgment. Please note that memorial gifts are not limited to those listed. Please click here to make a Memorial Gift.
First Friday Mass in November is offered as a special Remembrance Mass honoring those in our community and their loved ones who have passed away in the preceding year. All are invited to attend.
The names on this page date back to June 2019 and are listed in descending order by the date they were posted.
Please contact us if you would like to submit an obituary for this page.
In Memoriam
List of 5 news stories.
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Tom Yoda '18
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
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. -
Dr. Kenneth (Knute) Cavanaugh
Dr. Kenneth (Knute) Cavanaugh, father of Kenneth '86, Kevin '87, Keith '88 and Kerry '96 passed away recently.
"After graduating from Holy Name School and Catholic Central High School in Steubenville, he attended the University of Notre Dame (Class of 1959). As the first person in his family to attend college, Dr. Cavanaugh credits Notre Dame for changing the course of his life. He was forever grateful for his lifelong Notre Dame friendships and loved everything Irish. He relished attending football games at Notre Dame and served as a “football ticket broker” for his family and friends. He was fiercely proud that all five of his children followed in his footsteps and attended Notre Dame. Following Notre Dame, Dr. Cavanaugh attended St. Louis University Medical School, graduating in 1963. He completed his Internship at Philadelphia General Hospital in 1964 and served as a Lieutenant in the U.S Navy Medical Corps (1964-1966). Following his service, he completed his four-year Orthopedic residency at Northwestern University in Chicago in 1970. During his residency, he did a hand surgery fellowship at Passavant Hospital in Chicago, followed by a pediatric orthopedic fellowship at Shriners Hospital in Salt Lake City." Click here to view the full obituary.
Visitation will be held at Howe Mortuary on Thursday, November 6, from 4:00-7:00 pm with the Rosary at 6:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, November 7 at 9:30 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Longmont, CO.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. John the Baptist Catholic School Endowment Fund for Tuition Assistance at St. John the Baptist Catholic School.
We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Knute's soul and the consolation of his family and all those who loved him. May he rest in peace. -
Susan Miesse
Susan Miesse, sister of Security Specialist Mark Canino, and aunt to Scott Alcorn '99, Christina Canino ’14 and Cole Canino '24, passed away on October 23, 2025. Click here for the full obituary.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 15 from 11:00 am-2:00 pm at Greenfield Clubhouse, 20601 E. Fair Ave., Centennial, CO 80016. A private burial will be held at a later date.
We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Susan's soul and the consolation of her family and all those who loved her. May she rest in peace. -
Richard '66 and Linda Schierburg
Richard "Rich" Schierburg ‘66 and his wife, Linda, parents of Eric '96, passed away in September 2025 following a tragic car accident. Linda passed away on September 18, 2025, and Richard passed away a short time later on September 29, 2025.
We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Rich's and Lisa's souls and the consolation of their family and all those who loved them. May they rest in peace.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
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