Germaine Helena Piper

Germaine Helena Piper of Arvada transitioned peacefully to eternal life on May 25, 2023 at the age of 84. "Manie" had a unique perspective on life, and a heartwarming sense of humor. The five children she raised on her own remember her as compassionate, courageous, creative, selfless, and gracious. She had the ability to put people at ease, and talk to anyone. She loved to laugh! She enjoyed finding treasures at garage sales and reading cook books from cover to cover, and painting and watching birds. She said the rosary many times each day, and was an avid reader of religious books. Celebrating Christmas was always a priority. Easy to like, and easier to love, her presence will be missed by many. Born in Denver to Lynwood and Margarite (Telgmann) O’Leary who preceded her in passing, she is survived by siblings Lynwood "Bud" O’leary Jr.(Elaine) of Evergreen; Jacqueline Schuster of Westminster, Marlene Clermonts of Northglenn and Colleen Kenfield of Northglenn. Germaine is also survived by five blessed children, Matthew (Eileen), Mark (Becky), Gerianne Piper-Bell (Shawn), Michael (Christie), Jeannie Cole (Tom), and was a grandmother of 16, and a great grandmother of 2. There will be an informal procession to the cemetery after the Mass.