Michaela Kathleen Danduran

With much sadness in our hearts, we announce the passing of Michaela Kathleen Danduran. Michaela leaves behind her father Dennis James, her brother Zachary Edward and sisters Melissa Mary, Rebecca Lynn, and Amanda Rose. Her mother, Judith Lynn Riel (Jodie) Danduran, preceded her in death when Michaela was 5 years old. Jodie loved her Michaela “to heaven and back.”

Michaela was the youngest child and affectionately known by her family as our “Angel Baby.” Michaela grew up in Lyons, Colorado and attended Lyons Elementary, Middle, and High School. She played basketball with her sisters and loved traveling and going on vacations with her Grandparents, Ed and Mary Riel. Michaela’s “Aunt Debbie” Nickolai was a crucial part of Michaela’s childhood and adult life.

Michaela loved and filled her life with animals of all kinds - - dogs, cats, hamsters, her iguana, and particularly her pygmy goats Bonnie & Clyde. She deeply loved horses.

As a young adult, Michaela struggled with addiction and her mental health. Within this past year, Michaela was in recovery and excited to be on a path to a better life.

Michaela had an adventurous soul, an independent spirit,, and a fearless heart. She was a faithful friend to many and wanted to help others Any donations in her honor should be made Rose House in Lafayette, Colorado, or another organization helping young people recovering from addiction and mental health issues.

A rosary and memorial service will be held Sunday, September 29th from 5:00 p.m.to 7:00 p.m. at Alnutt Funeral Home in Estes Park.

Michaela's Funeral Mass will be held Monday, September 29th at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church in Estes Park. She will be buried in Lyons Cemetery next to her mother and join her in Heaven.

Michaela will remain forever in our hearts.

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