Rodney Lynne Bavender

Rodney Bavender passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at AdventHealth Porter Hospital. He was born on the family farm in Marshalltown, Iowa, the second child of Ethel and Lee Bavender. Rodney grew up in various towns along the Front Range before eventually settling in Arvada. He graduated from Arvada High School, where he was active in many school activities.

Rodney married Viola Estrada-Baca in 1999, and they shared 26 happy years together until his passing. He dedicated 47 years to his career as a master plumber.

Rodney loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed outdoor activities such as mountain adventures and 4-wheeling on his ATV. He was also fond of shooting guns and watching Fox News.

He is survived by his mother, Ethel (Leon) Smeaton, one daughter Rosie (Jimmie) Quintana; two sons, Jesse (Amanda) Bavender and Joshua (Tayler) Bavender; two brothers, Randy Bavender and Shane (Kathy) Bavender; six grandchildren: Lindsey Baca, Ashley Aragon, Savanna Aragon, Liam Bavender, Nolan Bavender, and Charlotte Bavender; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Rodney was preceded in death by his father, Lee Bavender; his son, Albert Baca; and his great-grandson, baby Albert Baca.