Debra Ann Marie Flores

Debra Ann Marie Flores, 70, of Denver, Colorado, passed away on October 27, 2026. Born on August 3, 1956, in Denver, Colorado, Debra’s life was rooted in the city that shaped her and that she, in turn, served with steady devotion and care.

Raised by her mother, Pauline Perez, alongside four siblings, Debra carried forward a deep sense of family and responsibility. She pursued her calling with purpose, earning an Early Childhood Education certificate from the Emily Griffith Opportunity School and dedicating her working life to nurturing young learners as an early childhood educator at the Montessori Academy of Colorado. In that role, Debra’s patience and quiet strength were felt in the everyday moments that matter most—guiding, teaching, and caring with consistency and heart.

Debra is survived by her daughters, Sherry (Tom, Sr.) Pacheco of Aurora, CO, Angelina Roybal of Arvada, CO, Salina (Brittany) Martinez-Perez of Thornton, CO, and Christina Flores of Commerce City, CO; grandchildren, Jeremy Flores (Desiree), Anthony Flores (Jose), Adrian Flores, Demetri Roybal (Larissa), Cristian Roybal, Dejanae Flores (Jay), Jaiden Roybal, Noah Vigil, Chance Flores, Tom Pacheco, Jr., Aviana Vigil and Ayla Vigil; great grandchildren, Avery Flores, Dahlia Flores and Anthony Flores; and her siblings, Tina Perez, Esperanza (Donnie Lollis), and Manuel Perez. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Angelina Flores in January of 2012; brother, Miguel Perez in July of 1998; son in law, Aaron Roybal in January of 2025; sister in law, Dora Zacevich in June of 2019; and her beloved dog Max in October of 2025.

Debra found joy in the simple pleasures that made life feel full. She loved the NBA and WNBA, cheering especially for the Golden State Warriors and the Indiana Fever. She was a Denver Broncos fan up until two years ago, when she finally confessed she was always a Chiefs fan. She loved to read, often saying that books are “how you get smart,” and she enjoyed trips to Black Hawk, where she could happily spend hours playing the slots.

Known for being careful and practical, Debra also made room in her life for generosity that asked for no recognition. She was willing to help anyone in need with a place to stay or a warm plate of food—whether family member, friend, or neighbor. Above all else, Debra loved taking care of her daughters and her grandchildren, offering them the kind of steadfast presence that becomes a lifelong comfort and a lasting example.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Legacy of Faith Church, 3955 Irving Street, Denver, Colorado 80211, on November 13, 2026, at 11:00 am, followed by a reception from 12PM to 2PM.