Colorado is not only known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreational activities, but also for the famous individuals who have passed away in the state. In a recent article by Only In Your State, seven notable people who died in Colorado were highlighted, along with the exact locations of their deaths.
1. John Denver – This iconic singer-songwriter died in a tragic plane crash near Monterey Bay, California, but his ashes were scattered over the Rocky Mountains in Colorado.
2. Doc Holliday – The infamous gunfighter who was friends with Wyatt Earp died of tuberculosis in a sanatorium in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
3. Douglas Fairbanks – The legendary actor and Hollywood co-founder passed away in his sleep at the historic Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs.
4. Buffalo Bill Cody – The famous Wild West showman died in his sister’s home in Denver, where he planned to be buried on Lookout Mountain.
5. Ashley Johnson – The pioneering female physician died in her home in the mining town of Cripple Creek, Colorado.
6. Lowell Thomas – The renowned journalist and adventurer passed away in a hospital in Pawling, New York, but his ashes were scattered over the Rocky Mountains.
7. John Henry “Doc” Holliday – Another famous gunfighter, known for his role in the shootout at the O.K. Corral, died of tuberculosis at the Hotel Glenwood in Glenwood Springs.
These notable individuals left their mark on history and their deaths in Colorado serve as a reminder of their lasting legacies. Visitors to Colorado can now pay homage to these famous figures at the locations where they spent their final moments.
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