Darrell Howe Mortuary

Darrell Howe Mortuary For over a century, families in the Boulder area have known and trusted Darrell Howe Mortuary for co After all, our roots in this community run deep.

When it comes time to lay your loved one to rest, you can trust us to serve you with compassion and professional excellence. Our Founder, Albert Edward (A.E.) Howe began serving the needs of the Greater Boulder community as early as 1909 as a partner in Holley and Howe Funeral Directors on Pearl Street and as the first Boulder County Coroner from 1914-1934. Over the generations, A.E. Howe’s sons, Norman, George, Theodore, and Carl, and grandsons operated funeral homes in the area. This included Norman’s son, Darrell Howe, who completed mortuary school in 1958, and with his father purchased Henning Mortuary in Lafayette, which later became Darrell Howe Mortuary. We are still family owned today under the direction of Dennis and Kim Bridges. The Bridges family brings to the community decades of experience as funeral directors and a single pledge: to honor the legacy of the Howe name by offering the highest level of personal service to the community. Our family and professional, licensed staff are here whenever you need us. That’s a promise.

Cremation with us means your loved one stays in our care every step of the way. With a private crematory and careful att...
04/08/2026

Cremation with us means your loved one stays in our care every step of the way. With a private crematory and careful attention to detail, families can feel at ease. Learn more about our cremation services on our website: https://www.darrellhowemortuary.com/services/cremation

04/06/2026

The History of Boulder County Rests Here: Victor Emmett, Jr.

Victor Emmett, Jr. was born in Boulder on Jan. 29, 1932 and grew up in the well known "Emmett House." He earned his A.B. from Harvard in 1954 and his M.F.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Iowa (Writer's Workshop) in Iowa City. He served as an officer in the U.S. Navy from 1954-58. He joined the faculty of Pittsburg State University in 1967, and he served as professor of English there until his death in 1990. For the last several years of his service, he was the chairman of the English department and dean of the graduate school. He also served as the editor-in-chief of the Midwest Quarterly from 1976-1981.

Each year in September, the winner of the Victor J. Emmett Memorial Prize for the best essay on a literary topic submitted to The Midwest Quarterly is invited to Pittsburg State to receive the Emmett Prize and to deliver a scholarly lecture. The award is sponsored by the Emmett family, The Midwest Quarterly, and the English Program of Pittsburg State University.

Emmet's father owned the Green Mountain Cemetery and Monument Works, and his mother was a teacher and housewife. His older sister, Persis, received a Ph.D. from Stanford and taught marketing at FSU. He had two daughters with Poet Elaine Emmett, to whom he was married for almost 30 years. He passed away on May 4, 1990 in Pittsburg, Kansas. Victor now rests in historic Green Mountain Cemetery.

Happy Easter to all who celebrate. May this season of renewal bring hope, joy, and time spent with those who matter most...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter to all who celebrate. May this season of renewal bring hope, joy, and time spent with those who matter most.

April is Stress Awareness Month, a reminder to pause and care for your well-being. Life’s responsibilities can feel heav...
04/02/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month, a reminder to pause and care for your well-being. Life’s responsibilities can feel heavy at times, and taking small steps toward rest and balance can make a meaningful difference.

The origin of Darrell Howe Mortuary dates back to as early as 1909 when Albert Edward Howe began helping Boulder familie...
04/01/2026

The origin of Darrell Howe Mortuary dates back to as early as 1909 when Albert Edward Howe began helping Boulder families at a firm on Pearl Street. Mr. Howe served as Boulder County’s first-ever coroner from 1914 to 1934. Learn more about our story here: https://www.darrellhowemortuary.com/about/our-history

03/30/2026

The History of Boulder County Rests Here: John D. Slye

John D. Slye was born on March 27, 1885, in Manchester, Iowa, to Luman and Elizabeth Jane Williamson Schley. When he and his siblings were children, the family moved to Boulder, Colorado. At about that same time, the family changed the spelling of their name to be more American, but the pronunciation remained the same. Luman and Elizabeth spent the rest of their lives in Boulder and are buried together in Green Mountain Cemetery.

After completing his secondary education in the local school, John enrolled at the University of Colorado in Boulder to study engineering, graduating in the class of 1914. Following graduation, he worked as an engineer with the Grant-Smith Contracting Company. As the First World War approached, he enlisted in the United States Army, and in October of 1918, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant of the engineering corps at Camp Douglas, Utah. Within days he was promoted to first lieutenant and assigned to the 70th Engineers under the command of Major Percy Ashmead to work on the construction of an army general hospital at Fort Douglas. A month later, he was transferred to Camp Humphries, Virginia, for more advanced training, along with several other student officers.

On December 18, 1920, John married Ursula Patton, a native of Boulder. He spent the remainder of his career working for the U.S. Government as a civil engineer in one position or another. He spent time in Denver, Santa Fe, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Arizona. Everywhere he and Ursula lived, they were heavily involved in community organizations such as the Scouts and the PTA, with both serving as officers at one time or another.

For the last several years of his career, he worked for the United States Bureau of Public Roads, serving as District Engineer for the State of Wyoming. He retired in the fall of 1952 due to declining health. John died on January 15, 1953, in Mesa, Arizona, at 67 years of age. His body was brought back to Boulder, Colorado, where he was laid to rest in the family plot near his parents in the peaceful Green Mountain Cemetery. Ursula lived another seventeen years before joining her husband there. She passed on May 15, 1970, in Los Angeles, California, where she had moved to be closer to family.

Today, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served during the Vietnam War. National Vietnam War Veterans Day ...
03/29/2026

Today, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served during the Vietnam War. National Vietnam War Veterans Day is a time to reflect and express our lasting gratitude.

Today we celebrate Palm Sunday, honoring the journey of faith and the spirit of renewal that this day represents.
03/29/2026

Today we celebrate Palm Sunday, honoring the journey of faith and the spirit of renewal that this day represents.

Give yourself the same grace you'd offer someone you love. 🫶
03/27/2026

Give yourself the same grace you'd offer someone you love. 🫶

Personal touches can turn a service into something deeply meaningful. From custom music and displays to thoughtful detai...
03/26/2026

Personal touches can turn a service into something deeply meaningful. From custom music and displays to thoughtful details that reflect their passions, we help you create a tribute that feels true. See how we personalize funeral services on our website: https://www.darrellhowemortuary.com/services/personalization

Cremation, like traditional burial, offers a wide range of customization options to suit your family's specific needs, p...
03/25/2026

Cremation, like traditional burial, offers a wide range of customization options to suit your family's specific needs, preferences, and budget. Whether you desire a simple gathering or a more elaborate ceremony, we can help create a service that truly honors your loved one’s life. Learn more on our website: https://www.darrellhowemortuary.com/services/cremation

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