Obituary: Edward “Ed” Medina
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December 24, 1972 – June 8, 2025
Edward Medina, lovingly known as Ed, passed away peacefully at his home in Adams County on June 8, 2025, at the age of 52.
Born on December 24, 1972, to Clarence and Josie Medina, Ed was raised in the mountain town of Minturn, Colorado. From an early age, he stood out as both a gifted student and a remarkable athlete. At Battle Mountain High School, he earned all-state honors in football and wrestling, ultimately capturing the Colorado State Wrestling Championship title in 1991.
Ed’s drive and talent led him to Stanford University, where he pursued a degree in Biology while competing as a member of the Division I, wrestling Team. Following his undergraduate studies, he returned to Colorado to attend medical school at the University of Colorado and later completed his surgical residency at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Denver.
Over the years, Ed built an outstanding career as a hernia surgeon, becoming known not only for his technical excellence but for the deep compassion and care he extended to his patients. He truly loved his work, and it showed in every life he touched through his skill and dedication.
Above all else, Ed was a proud and devoted father to his three children: Nico, Dani, and Jules. Being their father was the greatest joy and purpose of his life. He poured his heart into raising them with love, humor, and guidance, and in return, was cherished beyond measure by each of them.
He is survived by his children, his beloved parents Clarence and Josie, his brother Clarence Jr., his former spouse Laura Medina, his current partner Jenna Stone, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, and nieces. His legacy lives on in the countless lives he healed, the family he cherished, and the example he set for all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Ed’s honor on July 26, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Church Ranch Event Center. All who knew and loved him are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages acts of kindness in Ed’s memory—just as he would have wanted.
