09/20/2026
One of New Denver's great characters has moved on.
W***y was a kind and humble man, and it would be hard to find someone who has left his mark on more places around this community. He had probably been on just about every roof in the area at one point or another, and had a hand in countless buildings, repairs and projects around town.
W***y was involved in pretty much all of my projects in New Denver over the years. He was always willing— and usually excited-to get involved, take on a challenge and figure out a solution. Haywire enough to make every story a good one, but always kind, helpful and ready to lend a hand. A bigger heart would be hard to find.
Over the last few years, he settled in at the Apple Tree Workshop, and I hope he enjoyed being there as much as we enjoyed having him. I feel lucky to have worked alongside W***y over the years, and especially to have gotten to know him as well as I did.
It's the end of an era. W***y will be missed around the workshop and throughout the community. New Denver has lost one of its great characters.
From all of us who were lucky enough to know him, farewell W***y. You will be missed.
