Lola Todd, Douglas County teacher and devoted grandmother, dies at 86

Lola Ann Todd lived in Littleton, Colorado, for many years. She died on September 16, 2026, at the age of 86.

Born in Pueblo to Mayme and Charles Hitzing, Todd spent her career in education. She earned degrees from the University of Northern Colorado and Lesley College. She taught for 28.5 years, with 22 of those years spent in Douglas County. Students recalled her focus on reading, writing, and learning.

Todd was active in her local churches and community groups. She described herself as having a steadfast faith. Her family noted that she treasured her role as a grandmother above all else. She is survived by her daughter Michelle and son-in-law Richard Pond of Denver. She also left behind granddaughter Lindsey in Waco, Texas, and grandson Jarred in Englewood.

A celebration of her life is scheduled for Friday, November 20, 2026, at noon. The service will take place at South Fellowship Church at 6560 S. Broadway in Littleton. A reception will follow the service.

A second service will occur in her hometown on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. This gathering will be held at Avondale United Methodist Church at 233 US-50 BUS in Avondale. A reception is planned for after this event as well.

The family requests memorial donations in lieu of flowers. Donations should be sent to Avondale United Methodist Church. The check should be made out to Pastor Lola West and include the note “In memory of Lola Todd.”