Harriet Saper
Harriet Saper, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt and cherished friend, passed away peacefully Aug. 15, 2020 in Parker, surrounded by her family. Rabbi Joe Black officiated at the private Aug. 17 graveside service at Golden Hill Cemetery. Feldman Mortuary made the arrangements.
“Harriet, also known as ‘Annie’ to her family, gave generously of her time and cared deeply about those around her,” the family said.
“She was a cherished family member, loyal friend, and valued member of the Denver Jewish community.”
Miss Saper was born Jan. 10, 1949, in Denver. A graduate of George Washington High, she lived in Colorado for her entire life.
A career professional in medical management, Miss Saper joined Dr. Ted Engel’s OB-GYN practice in the early 1970s.
She later worked for Dr. Susan Moison, and retired in 2017.
Miss Saper never missed a family celebration, whether it was a birthday, piano recital, Bar Mitzvah, seder or Jewish High Holiday.
“She was always there for family and friends, with a gift at the ready, kind words of encouragement, a smile and a laugh,” her loved ones said.
Miss Saper was exceptionally close with her mother Rose, with whom she lived until her death in 2010.
Harriet Saper is survived by her sister Rachelle “Rookie” Gross; nephew Irwin (Michelle Wachs) Gross and niece Robyn (Brian) Nieder; and great-niece Julia Gross and great-nephews Brian Gross, Brayden and Nathan Nieder.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the BMH-BJ Women’s League, attn. Rose Saper Flower Fund, at BMH-BJ, 560 S. Monaco Pkwy., Denver, CO 80224.
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