Johnny Lee Werner
Saguache County Rancher, Johnny Lee Werner passed away at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO on May 19, 2020. Mr. Werner was born February 24, 1950, in Monte Vista, CO, to John Frances and Lucille ¨Rickie¨ Hibbard Werner. He was buried next to his parents at Hillside Cemetery in Saguache. ... more
Augustine Trujillo
Augustine Trujillo (Augie or Pops), 81, born August 29, 1938, in Center, CO passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020, surrounded by his loving family.... more
Dwayne M. Martinez
Dwayne M. Martinez, 51, passed away at his home on Friday May 22nd, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Dwayne was born on August 20th, 1968 to Joe and Mercy Martinez in La Jara, CO. On July 7th, 2008 he married the love of his life, Valerie.... more
Alice Lynn Robinson
Alice Lynn Robinson, 66, of Alamosa Colorado, passed away, May 21, 2020 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center.... more
Alice Gurule
Alice Gurule, 80, passed away peacefully May 23, 2020 at her home under Hospice care surrounded by her loving family.... more
Jane Velasquez
Jane Velasquez, 73, went to her eternal rest on May 22, 2020 at her home under Hospice Care with her loving family by her side.... more
Cordelia Marie Vigil Gallegos Candelaria
Cordelia Candelaria, 82, of Louisville, Colorado entered into eternal glory with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 16, 2020, at 9:52 am. ... more
David E Shoemaker
David E Shoemaker who passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer's and Dementia on 5/ 18/ 2020 in Colorado Springs ... more
Coleen Cavaliere
Coleen Cavaliere, age 86, of Florence passed away on April 26, 2020, in Florence, Colorado. Coleen was born on July 28, 1933, in Sanford, Colorado, a daughter of the late William Bryant Clark and Bernice Evelyn Westbrook.... more
Gerald L. Mullins
Born the youngest child of a miner, general store owner, and the postmaster, Gerald “Moon” Mullins, also knick-named by his grandmother and known in the Cotopaxi community as “Puggy”, was born on June 24, 1934.... more
Lauren “Larry” M. Bussey, 85
Lauren “Larry” M. Bussey, 85, husband of Eileen Rogers, of Salida, CO passed away Monday October 15, 2018 at his home.... more
Carlos Rodriguez, 28
Monte Vista resident Carlos Rodriguez, 28, went to his eternal rest on October 14, 2018. ... more
James (Jimmie) Ernest Hosselkus, 74
James (Jimmie) Ernest Hosselkus, 74, was born October 18, 1943 to Allen J. and Margaret (Byrne) Hosselkus.... more
Edward M. Quintana, 72
Longtime Capulin resident Edward "Ed" Quintana waved his final good bye on October 14, 2018. ... more
Raymond Camilo Gallegos, 87
Conejos resident Raymond Camilo Gallegos, 87, passed away October 9, 2018 at his home.... more
Louise L. Jaramillo, 78
Louise L. Jaramillo, 78, of Center, Colorado passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2018. ... more
Anthony Ray Brown
Alamosa resident Anthony Ray Brown, went to his eternal rest on October 10, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. ... more
Anthony Ray Brown, 59
Alamosa resident Anthony Ray Brown, 59, went to his eternal rest on October 10, 2018. ... more
Lloyd “Hobo” W. Cargill, 93
Lloyd “Hobo” W. Cargill, 93, of Monte Vista, Colorado has gone to his Heavenly Home, to be with his family and friends on September 18, 2018.... more
Genovieve Muniz Maestas, 95
Genovieve Muniz Maestas, 95, a lifelong resident of the San Luis Valley died in Phoenix, Arizona on October 5, 2018 after a brief illness.... more
Raymond Gallegos Camilo, 87
Antonito resident Raymond Gallegos Camilo, 87, went to his eternal rest on October 09, 2018. ... more
William “Bill” “Sparky” Joseph Gilmore
William Joseph Gilmore Passed away on October 1, 2018... more
Raymond Frank Gurule, 67
Raymond Frank Gurule, 67, of San Luis, Colorado went home to be with our Lord on October 08, 2018.... more
Gordon E. Gillson, Professor Emeritus of History
Born in Fairmont, Minnesota on April 25, 1928 Gordon graduated from Elmore, MN High School in 1946, and from Minnesota State University, Mankato with a B.S. degree in 1950. ... more
Renee Summer Phelps, 13
Renee Summer Phelps, 13, of Alamosa, Colorado, left her earthly home which was too small to contain such a deep and amazing soul as hers, and flew away with the wings of an angel to guide us and watch over us from above with her beloved grandfather and uncle. ... more
Cheryl Lynn (Stuber) Fogg, 72
Cheryl Lynn (Stuber) Fogg, 72, of Evans, passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Grace Pointe Assisted Living Center. ... more
Gordon E. Gillson, Professor Emeritus of History
Born in Fairmont, Minnesota on April 25, 1928 Gordon graduated from Elmore, MN High School in 1946, and from Minnesota State University, Mankato with a B.S. degree in 1950. ... more
LeRoy Narciso Lopez
LeRoy Narciso Lopez passed away at his home in Alamosa on October 4, 2018 at the age of 85. ... more
Renee S. Phelps, 13
Alamosa resident Renee S. Phelps, 13, went home to be with our Lord on October 04, 2018.... more
Esther Marina Jiron December 29, 1936 - September 22, 2018
Esther Marina Jiron of Lafayette, Colorado passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Boulder, Colorado. ... more
Esther Marina Jiron December 29, 1936 - September 22, 2018
Esther Marina Jiron of Lafayette, Colorado passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Boulder, Colorado. ... more
William “Bill” “Sparky” J. Gilmore
Lifelong San Luis Valley resident William “Bill” “Sparky” J. Gilmore... more
Marvin (Toby) Earl Bond
Marvin (Toby) Earl Bond arrived safely in the arms of Jesus, his Lord and Savior, on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. ... more
August Freeman Scheunemann II
August Freeman Scheunemann II entered this world in Denver on January 30, 1945 to Freeman and Mildred Scheunemann. He passed away September 19, 2018.... more
John Carroll Staggs, 52
Firestone, CO — John Carroll Staggs, 52, passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018. ... more
Maria “Rose” Rosabelle Martinez, 71
Maria “Rose” Rosabelle Martinez, 71, passed away in Denver, Colorado on September 27, 2018. ... more
Rose Dolores Malouff, 81
Rose Dolores Malouff, 81, passed away on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 in Farmington, NM.... more
Norma Stamps
Norma Stamps, 97, an Alamosa resident passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, September 29, 2018 surrounded by her children. ... more
Darren Duane Mizokami, 48
Darren Duane Mizokami, 48, of Casper, passed away on September 19th 2018 in Costa Rica.... more
Manuel Nevarrez
Manuel Nevarrez, a former Alamosa resident passed away unexpectedly on September 22, 2018 in Denver, Colorado.... more
Pancho Martinez, 88
Lifelong San Luis resident Pancho Martinez, 88, passed away September 25, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family.... more
Herbert “Herb” L. Myers
Herbert “Herb” L. Myers of Del Norte, Colorado entered into rest at the Joni Fair Hospice House in Pueblo, Colorado on Wednesday, September 5, 2018.... more
Dennis Neal Crown
Longtime Center resident Dennis Neal Crown, 65, passed away September 23, 2018 in Pueblo, Colorado.... more
Leann V. Garcia, 55
Monte Vista resident Leann V. Garcia, 55, went to be with the lord on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 in Colorado Springs, surrounded by family.... more
Josephine Abeyta, 83
Saguache resident Josephine Abeyta, 83, went home to her eternal rest on September 24, 2018. ... more
Ronald Joseph Wegrzyn, 56
Ronald Joseph Wegrzyn, 56, passed away in his home on Friday, September 21, 2018.... more
Ramon “Noodles” Flores
Monte Vista resident Ramon “Noodles” Flores, went to his eternal rest on September 19, 2018 ... more
Oralia M. Garcia, 85
Oralia M. Garcia, 85, of Del Norte, Colorado went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.... more
Erick 'E.T.' Thomas Lakey, 26
Erick Thomas Lakey, also know as E.T., 26 of Albany, Texas, went to be with the Lord on September 13, 2018. ... more
Tiffanie Trent McAllister, 45
Tiffanie Ann Trent McAllister died in her home in Carmen, Idaho, on September 5, 2018,... more
Tiffanie Trent McAllister, 45
Tiffanie Ann Trent McAllister died in her home in Carmen, Idaho, on September 5, 2018, from Creutzfeldt Jakob’s Disease, surrounded by people she loved.... more
Delford Sandy "Jack" Ward, 29
Delford Sandy Ward, better known as “Jack”, 29, passed away on September 17, 2018. ... more
Lloyd “Hobo” Cargill, 93
Monte Vista resident Lloyd “Hobo” Cargill, 93, passed away on September 18, 2018. ... more
Elizabeth June “Judy” Day, 67
Elizabeth June “Judy” Day, age 67, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 6th at the Denver Hospice Center in Denver, Colorado. J... more
Lawrence “Jimmy” Lopez, 81
Lawrence “Jimmy” Lopez, 81, formerly of Alamosa passed away on Sunday September 9th, 2018 in Jacksonville, North Carolina, where he currently lived.... more
Henry “Honke” Medina, 58
Henry "Honke" Medina age 58 passed away on Tuesday September 11, 2018 at the Pikes Peak hospice center in Colorado Springs, Colorado surrounded by his family and friends.... more
Derek Nathaniel Ross, 36
Longtime Bountiful resident Derek Nathaniel Ross, 36, passed away on September 10, 2018... more
Jose Enrique “Henry” Martinez, 71
Alamosa resident Jose Enrique “Henry” Martinez, 71, passed away on September 5, 2018... more
Samuel “Chris” Medina, 73
Samuel “Chris” Medina, 73, of Commerce City, Colorado went home to be with our Lord on August 10... more
Rich T. Wharton
Rich T. Wharton was an avid Harley rider and resident of Saguache, Colorado. ... more
Helen L. Gonzales
Lifelong Ft. Garland resident Helen L. Gonzales passed away September 10, 2018 ... more
Helen Gonzales, 87
Fort Garland resident Helen Gonzales, 87, went home to be with the Lord on September 10, 2018.... more
Helen Gallegos
Alamosa resident Helen Gallegos, went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2018. ... more
Shorty Fry, aka, Ora Pearl Fry 80
Shorty Fry, aka, Ora Pearl Fry (80), took her highway into Heaven on August 8, 2018... more
John Carroll Staggs, 52
Firestone, CO — John Carroll Staggs, 52, passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018.... more
Elsie Romero, 79
Alamosa resident Elsie Romero, 79, went home to be with our Lord on September 06, 2018. ... more
Margaret Howard McGuinn Teckenbrock, 90
Margaret Howard McGuinn Teckenbrock died peacefully January 13th, 2018... more
Mary J Zearley (Fleming)
Former Ft Garland and Monte Vista resident, Mary J Zearley (Fleming), passed away September 3, 2018... more
Tamaria Rae Parrill, 66
Tamaria Rae Parrill, 66, of Alamosa, CO passed away on August 31, 2018 ... more
Byron “Bubba” Duran, 26
San Antonio resident Byron “Bubba” Duran, 26, passed away September 1, 2018... more
Gloria Casilda Gonzales, 80
Gloria Casilda Gonzales, 80, of Alamosa, Colorado went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2018. ... more
Tamaria Parrill, 66
Alamosa resident Tamaria Parrill, 66, into eternal life August 31, 2018. ... more
Mary Irma Romero Montoya, 91
Mary Irma Romero Montoya, 91, went home to receive her crown from Jesus ... more
Donald (Don) Eugene Caylor, 85
Del Norte resident Donald (Don) Eugene Caylor, 85, died August 17... more
Claude Buddy DeHerrera, 74
Claude Buddy DeHerrera, 74, passed away August 22, 2018 in Alamosa Colorado surrounded by his loving family.... more
Mitzi Lee Hunter-Young
Mitzi Lee Hunter-Young, born January 19, 1968, passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2018. ... more
Doris Madeline Claunch Wiedeman
Longtime Alamosa resident Doris Madeline Claunch Wiedeman passed away August 22, 2018 at the age of 93. ... more
Maria Elsie Gallegos, 73
San Luis resident Maria Elsie Gallegos, 73, passed away August 22, 2018.... more
Michael Allen Boreson, 39
Michael Allen Boreson, 39, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2018... more
Charles O. Elliott, 104
MONTE VISTA- — Longtime resident Charles Orson Elliott passed away peacefully on August 19, 2018 at his home in Monte Vista, CO with family present. ... more
Ray Richard Ruse, 78
Sanford resident Ray Richard Ruse, 78, died August 18, 2018 at his home in Sanford. ... more
Bessie Larane Knight, 84
Bessie Larane Knight, Monte Vista resident, passed away on August 20, 2018. ... more
Lance Eric Harold Clark, 58
Lance Eric Harold Clark, 58, entered into eternal life on August 16, 2018, surrounded by his loving family.... more
Dora Elena Martinez Soto, 70
La Jara resident Dora Elena Martinez Soto, 70, formerly from Camargo, Chihuahua, Mexico, surrounded by her family she went home to be with the Lord on August 5, 2018.... more
Salvatore “Sam” Joseph Vitale, 95
Salvatore “Sam” Joseph Vitale passed away on August 11, 2018, at the age of 95. ... more
James “Jim” Holt Valentine, 78
James “Jim” Holt Valentine, 78, passed away on August 13, 2018. ... more
Louise J. Tolsma, 86
Longtime Waverly resident Louise J. Tolsma, 86, was quietly called to her Savior on August 14, 2018.... more
Douglas “Dougy” Hard, 26
Douglas “Dougy” Hard, 26, passed away August 12, 2018 at the Parkview Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado.... more
Charles “Charlie” E. Sykes
On August 11, 2018 Charles E. Sykes of Alamosa passed away on his farm of 40+ years doing what he loved.... more
Douglas “Doug” Lee Steward, 63
MONTE VISTA – Douglas “Doug” Lee Steward, (63), died August 10, 2018 in Monte Vista. ... more
Mathias Jade Fritz July 4, 1978 – August 9, 2018
Mathias Jade Fritz, a lifelong Alamosa and Colorado Springs resident, passed away August 9, 2018... more
Delfino George Maestas, 54
Alamosa resident Delfino George Maestas, 54, entered into eternal life on July 26, 2018 ... more
Estefanita “Edna” Velasquez, 73
Mrs. Estefanita “Edna” Velasquez, age 73, of Monte Vista, passed away on Sunday, August 5th, 2018 at the UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico with her family at her side. ... more
Derek Santiago Martinez May 24, 1989 – July 30, 3018
Derek Santiago Martinez, 29, of Greeley, CO was born May 24, 1989 in Alamosa, Colorado and moved to Greeley with his mother and brother in 1993. He began his spiritual journey July 30, 2018 in Greeley. ... more
Abimael Palacios Gonzalez, 48
Abimael Palacios Gonzalez, 48, went home to be with the Lord on August 5, 2018.... more
James Robert Overman III
James Robert Overman III…may you Rest in Eternal Peace, 10-04-1959 to 07-28-2018.... more
Debra Gay Miller-Camargo, 64
Alamosa resident Debra Gay Miller-Camargo, 64, passed away on July 31, 2018. ... more
Albino A. “Fred” Trujillo Jr.
Alamosa resident Albino A. “Fred” Trujillo Jr., passed away July 31, 2018 at Parkview Medical Center with his loving family by his side. ... more
Benito Martinez, 74
Benito Martinez, 74, of Pueblo, Colorado was born in Alamosa, Colorado to Jose Amadeo and Mary Martinez on April 9, 1944. He went to be with the Lord on July 28, 2018. ... more
Paul Joseph “PJ” Sterk, Jr.
Paul Joseph “PJ” Sterk, Jr., of Colorado City, Colorado and former long-time resident of Alamosa, Colorado entered into rest at the Spanish Peaks Veterans’ Community Center in Walsenburg, Colorado on Saturday, July 28. ... more
Genevieve Ruth Martin Lincoln October 30, 1921 – November 3, 2017
Genevieve Lincoln had an infectious love of life and was one of those people who never met a stranger.... more
Sharon Anne Espinosa, 64
Sharon Anne Espinosa, 64, died on July 26, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. ... more
Delfino George Maestas, 54
Alamosa resident Delfino George Maestas, 54, passed away on July 26, 2018.... more
Frances Arellano-Gallegos, 93
Frances Arellano-Gallegos, 93 of Pueblo, CO went to be with the Lord on July 20, 2018. ... more
Charles F. “Charlie” Heald, 95
Charles F. “Charlie” Heald, 95, passed away April 19, 2018, at Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, NM. ... more
Tobias Brandon Duran, 30
Center resident Tobias Brandon Duran, 30, passed away July 19, 2018.... more
Michael Anthony “Tony” Newton, Sr., 54
Alamosa resident Michael Anthony “Tony” Newton, Sr., 54, passed away at his home in Alamosa July 18, 2018.... more
Donald Carl Jansen, 91
Donald Carl Jansen, 91, born August 14, 1926, a South Fork, Colorado resident, passed away on July 18, 2018 in Del Norte, Colorado.... more
Kelton Bryce Wood, 74
Kelton Bryce Wood, 74, formerly of Manassa, passed away July 10th, 2018 in the Rio Rancho Center Nursing Home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, after a long battle with the fatal staph infection known as MRZA which infested an injury to a toe and foot.... more
Philip John Beiriger, 83
Del Norte resident Philip John Beiriger, 83, passed away on July 18, 2018.... more
Tobias Brandon Duran, 30
Center resident Tobias Brandon Duran, 30, passed away July 19, 2018. ... more
Larry E. Lytle 71
Alamosa Resident Larry E. Lytle 71, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 16, 2018 at Thirty-Mile Campground above Creede Colorado. ... more
Eligio “Lee” Madrid, 90
San Luis resident Eligio “Lee” Madrid, 90, passed away July 19, 2018 at his home under Hospice Care surrounded by his loving family.... more
Philip John Beiriger, 83
Del Norte resident Philip John Beiriger, 83, passed away on July 18, 2018. ... more
Marcia Van Ry, 72
Marcia Van Ry, age 72, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at her home in Eloy, Ariz. ... more
Jacinta S. Ramos, 43
Jacinta S. Ramos, 43, of Pueblo, CO went to be with the Lord on July 14, 2018. ... more
Edker Hamilton Wilson
Well known lifetime Sanford resident, Edker Hamilton Wilson, passed away July 16, 2018 at his home in Sanford, Colorado at the age of 97.... more
Michael Joseph Anthony Chacon
Alamosa resident Michael Joseph Anthony Chacon, passed away July 15, 2018 at his home with his loving family by his side.... more
Michael A. Trujillo, 70
Michael A. Trujillo, born December 27, 1947 to Arlene (now Jaramillo) and Francisco Armenio Trujillo, completed his circle of life in his longtime home on July 11, 2018, in Antonito, the town to which he was fiercely dedicated. ... more
Josephine Maksimowicz, 96
Homelake and former South Fork resident, Josephine Maksimowicz, 96, passed away July 14, 2018 at Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake.... more
James William Farmer, 88
Romeo Colorado resident James William Farmer, 88 joined our heavenly father on July 13, 2018.... more
Peggy Fitzpatrick Tegge, 80
Peggy Fitzpatrick Tegge, 80, California and Colorado resident passed away July 5, 2018.... more
In loving memory of Michael DeHerrera Sunrise 06-03-1948 Sunset 10-07-2017
A Memorial Mass for Mike will be July 23, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Alamosa.... more
Stephen Gregory Manzanares
Stephen Gregory Manzanares entered this world on March 6, 1957 to Miguel F. Manzanares and Aurora B. Gonzales.... more
Ida Dopp, 92
Ida Dopp, 92, of Salida died July 9, 2018, in her home, surrounded by her family.... more
Willa Lee Dickey, 82
Willa Lee Dickey, 82, passed away on July 6, 2018. She was born on October 14, 1935 in Del Norte, Colorado to Leanord Wellman and Gladys Meyer.... more
Oral Estel Cooper, 91
Oral Estel Cooper, 91, passed away on July 10, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. ... more
Michael Trujillo
Arrangements are pending with Romero Funeral Home for Michael Trujillo of Antonito. ... more
William Smith
MONTE VISTA — A Celebration of Life will be held on July 27 at Dos Rios in Monte Vista from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., buffet offered, for William Smith. ... more
Robert Clyde Munson, 81
Longtime Romeo resident Robert Clyde Munson, 81, passed away surrounded by family on July 8, 2018 in Pueblo, Colorado.... more
Rafaelita Maez, 91
Saguache resident Rafaelita Maez, 91, passed away July 1, 2018 at the Parkmoore Village Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. ... more
Jonathan David Lujan, 34
Alamosa and Pueblo resident Jonathan David Lujan, 34, passed away July 2, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center in Alamosa. ... more
Martha Manzanares, 91
San Luis resident Martha L. Manzanares, 91, passed away June 30, 2018 at her home under Hospice Care with her loving family by her side.... more
Gerald James Carle, 95
Gerald James Carle, 95, longtime resident of Alamosa Colorado, passed away June 30, 2018, surrounded by family in Norwich Connecticut.... more
Wallace J. Peterson February 12, 1931 ~ June 28, 2018
Wallace J. Peterson, our dad, husband, grandpa, and friend was called home June 28, 2018. ... more
Ronald Eugene Smalldridge
Ronald Eugene Smalldridge was born June 29, 1937 to Merlyn Gilsred and Sidney Eugene (McKim) Smalldridge in Nevada, Iowa... more
Loralee Robinson
Loralee Robinson of Manassa passed away June 27, 2018 surrounded by family. ... more
Edith Grace Stephens, 84
Longtime valley resident Edith Grace Stephens, 84, passed away on June 26, 2018. ... more
Vanessa Jessica Whitsett-Frazier, 29
Vanessa Jessica Whitsett-Frazier, 29, Colorado Springs resident passed away on June 17, 2018. ... more
Robert Ruybal
Alamosa resident Robert Ruybal Sr., 79, went to sleep in death in his home on June 24, 2018. ... more
Nancy Prentice, 88
Nancy Prentice, 88, formerly from Monte Vista, Colorado, passed away on April 13, 2018 at Heritage Estates in Gering, Nebraska.... more
Celebration of Life for Joan P. Dimmitt
A celebration of life is scheduled for Joan P. Dimmitt on Monday, July 2, 2018 in Pueblo, Colorado. ... more
Anthony L. Gonzales, 57
Alamosa resident Anthony L. Gonzales, 57, passed away June 22, 2018 at his home under Hospice Care surrounded by his loving family. ... more
Robert Ruybal Sr., 79
Lifetime Alamosa County resident, Robert Ruybal Sr., 79, passed away quietly in his home on June 24, 2018. ... more
Jr. (Eppie) Martinez
Jr. (Eppie) Martinez was married to Laura Chacon Martinez. Services will be at 7 Mile Plaza Catholic Church at 9 a.m. on June 30th.... more
Anthony L. Gonzales, 57
Alamosa resident Anthony L. Gonzales, 57, passed away June 22, 2018. ... more
Nina Faye DePriest
MONTE VISTA — Memorial Graveside Service for Nina Faye DePriest will be Monday, July 2 2018 at 2 PM at the Monte Vista Cemetery West of Monte Vista and North of Highway 160. ... more
Vanessa Jessica Whitsett-Frazier, 29
Vanessa Jessica Whitsett-Frazier, 29, Colorado Springs resident passed away on June 17, 2018... more
Felix Alfred Maez, 76
San Luis Valley resident-Colorado Springs Colorado resident Felix Alfred Maez, 76, passed away June 19, 2018 in Denver, Colorado at UC Health.... more
Shirley Flynt, 90
Shirley May Nicholson (Flynt) was born on April 9, 1928 in Stockton County of Worcester Maryland.... more
Lewis Nelson Oberrich, 88
Lewis Nelson Oberrich, age 88, passed away at the Schneidmiller House in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 25, 2017. ... more
James G. Cooper
James (Jim) Cooper was born at home in Center, Colorado on August 13, 1925, to Silas Verne and Audra Konence Cooper.... more
Marilyn Cornelius Stafford, 76
Marilyn Cornelius Stafford, 76, was called home to her Lord on June 17, 2018, while surrounded by her loving husband and children.... more
Betty Valdez, 79
Betty Valdez, age 79 of Fort Garland, Colorado passed away on Saturday June 16, 2018. ... more
Lionel E. Espinoza, 74
Romeo resident Lionel E. Espinoza, 74, passed away June 15, 2018 at the family farm in Romeo, doing what he loved. ... more
Lugarda Lucero, 86
Monte Vista resident Lugarda P. Lucero, 86, passed away June 18, 2018 at the San Luis Care Center with her loving family by her side. ... more
Marilyn Cornelius Stafford, 76
Alamosa resident Marilyn Cornelius Stafford, 76, passed away on June 17, 2018. ... more
Ivan (Harold) Hunter, 73
Ivan (Harold) Hunter, 73, passed away June 13 at Parkview Hospital in Pueblo, Co.... more
Oma Jean Haynie
Having lived a life overflowing with love, family, work, travel, friends and memories, Oma Jean Haynie passed away peacefully on June 10, 2018. ... more
Eliseo Ernesto Medina
Eliseo "Lee" Medina of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away on June 10, 2018 in his home after a long battle with cancer.... more
Robert Gail Smith, 93
Ninety-three year old lifelong Manassa resident Robert Gail Smith passed away at home with his family by his side on June 10, 2018. ... more
Wanda Rae Rackham, 79
Wanda Rae Rackham (nee Westbrook), age 79, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away on June 7, 2018 at Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller Hospice House. ... more
Margaret R. Eden, 89
Margaret R. Eden, 89, of Sun City, Arizona died on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at her home in the Royal Oaks Retirement Community.... more
Leroy Bennett, 76
LeRoy Bennett, 76, of Del Norte, Colorado, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2018, surrounded by family.... more
Lorene M. Thomas, 76
Antonito resident Lorene M. Thomas (Lorene M. Salazar-Thomas), 76, passed away June 5, 2018, in Antonito, CO with her loving family by her side.... more
Charlotte Day Matheus August 23, 1924 – June 7, 2018
A woman of great faith in God, devotion to the Episcopal Church and love for others has left us. Charlotte was the third daughter of Dr. Roy Joshua and Mildred (Lymon) Day of Alamosa, Colorado.... more
Dorothy Elevinia Romero, 84
Longtime Alamosa resident Dorothy Elevinia Romero, 84, passed away on June 7, 2018. ... more
Joyce E. Wright, 74
Joyce Ellen Wright, aged 74, passed away on April 25, 2018 at the Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona, after a brave struggle with cancer. ... more
Adela Juana Romero, 96
Longtime valley resident Adela Juana Romero, 96, passed away on June 5, 2018. ... more
Faye E. Gibson, 70
Faye E. Gibson, 70, was called home to her Heavenly Father on June 5, 2018 while surrounded by her loving family.... more
Claude Stephen Radford, 71
Alamosa, CO resident Claude S. Radford was called to the Lord on June 5, 2018.... more
Ernest Herman Samora, 80
Lifetime Monte Vista resident Ernest Herman Samora, 80, passed away on June 3, 2018. ... more
Eva Opal Hale, 88
Longtime San Luis Valley resident Eva Opal Hale, 88, passed away May 31, 2018 at the Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake.... more
Alfred Claudio Medina, 77
Longtime South Fork resident Alfred Claudio Medina, 77, passed away on June 1, 2018. ... more
John (Jake) Gonzales, 59
John (Jake) Gonzales, 59, of Center Colorado went to be with the lord in the late night of May 25, 2018 comfortable at his home surrounded by his loved ones.... more
The Honorable Patrick Henry Hayes, Jr., 58
South Fork resident The Honorable Patrick Henry Hayes, Jr., 58, passed away on May 29, 2018 at his home under the care of Hospice Del Valle.... more
Ernest Benjamin Vigil, 58
Ernie Vigil, 58, of Denver passed away unexpectedly on Monday (May 21, 2018) at Lutheran Hospital.... more
Betty Joyce Hughes, 75
Betty Joyce Hughes, 75, of Center Colorado, passed away May 24th, 2018 in Monte Vista, Colorado.... more
Thomas "Tom" James Velasquez, 61
Alamosa resident Thomas "Tom" James Velasquez, 61, passed away May 25, 2018 at Parkview Medical Center with his loving family by his side.... more
Betty Jo Croft, 79
Longtime Alamosa resident Betty Jo Croft, 79, passed away May 24, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center in Alamosa.... more
Silverio (Silver) Gurule, 79
Silverio (Silver) Gurule, 79, Alamosa, CO, passed away on May 25, 2018.... more
Jose Francisco Archuleta (73) 24 Oct. 1944 - 15 May 2018
Joe Frank Archuleta of Medanales, NM passed away at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, NM.... more
Rev. Lawrence “Larry” Alden Moore Sr., 73
Rev. Lawrence “Larry” Alden Moore Sr., 73, of Alamosa, Co., went home to be with the Lord on May 20, 2018.... more
Anton Caswell Balcomb, 76
Anton Caswell Balcomb, age 76, passed away peacefully May 21, 2018 with loving family by his side. ... more
Herbert Leon Lanier, 59
Herbert Leon Lanier, 59, passed away on May 19, 2018. He was born on April 5, 1959.... more
Jose I. Rodriguez, 78
Alamosa resident Jose I. Rodriguez, 78, passed away May 22, 2018 peacefully at his home with his loving family by his side.... more
Lois Arlene Weldon
A memorial service will be held for Lois Arlene Weldon on Friday, May 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the United Church of La Jara, 522 Walnut.... more
Fay A. (Burd) McBride, 103
Longtime Monte Vista resident Fay A. (Burd) McBride, 103, passed away on May 20, 2018. ... more
Lee Vianez Quintana “Payaso Loco”, 37
Alamosa resident Lee Vianez Quintana “Payaso Loco”, 37, passed away May 17, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his loving family by his side. ... more
Mabel Ann Chappel Werner, 99
Ann Werner was born in Denver, Colorado to Willard Barnett Chappel and Mary Louise Richards Chappel. She died in Wheat Ridge, Colorado shortly after suffering a stroke at her nursing home.... more
Leona Lorene “Fishy” Fish, 73
Leona Lorene “Fishy” Fish, 73, of La Jara, Colorado passed away peacefully at the SLV Regional Medical Center Tuesday, May 8, 2018.... more
Cherryl Renee Vega-Ruiz, 31
Alamosa resident Cherryl Renee Vega-Ruiz, 31, passed away May 11, 2018.... more
Dorothy A. Jones, 89
Dorothy A. Jones went to be with the Lord and her loved ones on April 25, 2018 at her home in Alamosa, CO, where she lived with her son Craig and daughter in law Trish. ... more
James (Jim) Cooper, 92
James (Jim) Cooper was born at home in Center, Colorado, August 13, 1925, to Silas Verne and Audra Konence Cooper.... more
Samuel Lloyd Smith, 75
Longtime Monte Vista resident Samuel Lloyd Smith, 75, passed away on May 10, 2018. ... more
Jeff Grimwood, 49
Jeff Grimwood was born August 22, 1968 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to his mothers Linda Walker and Patricia Cook, Father Morris Eugene Grimwood.... more
Perry Ross Purdue
It is with great sadness that the family of Perry Ross Purdue announces his passing on Thursday May 3, 2018 at the age of 63.... more
Clorinda Rodriguez
San Luis resident Clorinda Casilda Rodriguez, 97, passed away May 9, 2018 at the San Luis Care Center with her loving family by her side.... more
Elizabeth “Bea” Steffens, 97
Monte Vista resident Elizabeth “Bea” Steffens, 97, passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord on April 26, 2018 surrounded by her family.... more
Jean Garrett
Jean Garrett was born in July 6, 1924 in Stillwater, Oklahoma, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B.A. Pratt. ... more
Brenda Jean Gutierrez
Brenda Jean Gutierrez passed away on April 28, 2018 at San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center... more
Richard Jason (Oso) Martinez, 45
Richard Jason (Oso) Martinez, 45, of Monte Vista CO passed away on May 6, 2018.... more
M. Latrelle Getz Roark
There will be a Celebration of Life for Latrelle on May 12, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at the Monte Vista Cemetery.... more
Orlando L. Taylor, 82
San Pablo resident Orlando L. Taylor, 82, passed away May 6, 2018 at his home under Hospice Care with his loving family by his side. ... more
Arnold Quintana
La Jara resident Arnold Anthony Quintana, 73, passed away May 5, 2018 at the Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, with his loving family by his side.... more
Lois Arlene Weldon, 83
Long time La Jara community member, Lois Arlene Weldon, passed away on April 28th while under Hospice care throughout this year with her son and daughter-in-law, Matthew and Minda Weldon, in their home in Austin TX.... more
Rick (Yogi) Chacon, 60
Rick (Yogi) Chacon, 60, passed away April 21, 2018 in Colorado Springs.... more
Colt Cline and Clay Lee Reynolds, 31
Colt Cline and Clay Lee Reynolds, 31, passed away on April 27, 2018.... more
Mitchell Ray Powell, 60
Alamosa resident Mitchell Ray Powell, 60, passed away on April 20, 2018.... more
Filomena Florence (Mena) Archuleta, 93
Lifetime Alamosa resident Filomena Florence (Mena) Archuleta, 93, earned her angel wings on April 26, 2018.... more
Carl Edwin Woodruff, 100
South Fork resident Carl Edwin Woodruff, 100, passed away on April 26, 2018 at the Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake.... more
Floyd “Glenn” Stewart, 82
Longtime Center resident Floyd “Glenn” Stewart, 82, passed away on April 27, 2018.... more
David Cordova, 79
Garcia resident David Cordova, 79, passed away April 26, 2018 at his home under Hospice care with his loving family by his side. ... more
Edna Mae (Cunico) Kelloff
Edna Mae (Cunico) Kelloff departed this life on April 21, 2018 in Phoenix, AZ. ... more
Patricia Sue Riggenbach, 73
Longtime Monte Vista resident Patricia Sue Riggenbach, 73, passed away on April 22, 2018.... more
Nathan Espinosa “Nate,” 35
Monte Vista, Colorado resident Nathan Espinosa “Nate” 35, passed away April 15, 2018 in Pueblo Colorado.... more
Dylan Michael Vittoria, 24
Mosca, Colorado resident and former Portland, Oregon resident, Dylan Michael Vittoria, 24, passed away in a car accident on April 18, 2018.... more
David “Beto” A. Trujillo, 75
Manassa resident David “Beto” A. Trujillo, 75, passed away April 19, 2018 at his home under Hospice Care with his loving family by his side. ... more
Alice Elizabeth Fringer, 92
Longtime valley resident Alice Elizabeth Fringer, 92, passed away on April 19, 2018. ... more
Jerry Dean “Deano” Maldonado, 54
Jerry Dean “Deano” Maldonado, 54, a lifelong resident of Blanca, CO joined Jesus on April 15, 2018, surrounded by his loving family.... more
Donald Churchill Stephens
Donald Churchill Stephens was born in Alamosa, Colorado on March 22, 1955 to Gary and Betty Stephens. ... more
Lorrayne Jane Garcia, 75
Alamosa resident Lorrayne Jane Garcia, 75, passed away April 17, 2018.... more
Richard Eugene Parker, 78
Longtime Alamosa resident Richard Eugene Parker, 78, passed away at the Sangre de Cristo Hospice in Pueblo, Colorado on April 16, 2018.... more
William Edgar Hughes, Jr., 79
William Edgar Hughes, Jr., 79, passed away on April 15, 2018 at the Monte Vista Estates in Monte Vista. ... more
Nancy Prentice, 88
Nancy Prentice, 88, formerly from Monte Vista, Colorado, passed away on April 13, 2018 at Heritage Estates in Gering, Nebraska.... more
Dorothy Kinsell
Dorothy Kinsell, former long time resident of Monte Vista, Colorado, went to be with her heavenly father on April 9, 2018.... more
Trinidad J. “Trini” Maestas, 67
La Jara resident Trinidad J. “Trini” Maestas, 67, passed away at his home in La Jara and under Hospice care on April 13, 2018. ... more
Thomas Medina, 71
Thomas Medina was born on Dec. 21, 1946 to Joe Procopio “El Chota” Medina and Eufelia “Felix” Naranjo Medina in MV, CO. ... more
Barbara Mondragon
Barbara Ruth Ann Mondragon (Trujillo), passed peacefully in her sleep Sunday April 8, 2018.... more
Corinne Lila Sandoval Archuleta
Corinne Archuleta was born in Mogote Colorado on April 12, 1935. Daughter of Gabriel Sandoval and Lila Valdez Sandoval... more
Donna June (Hostetter) Mortensen
Donna June (Hostetter) Mortensen, was born on June 23, 1928, and died April 9, 2018, surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness.... more
Linda Hale
Linda passed away Monday March 26, 2018 at her home surrounded by a loving and caring support system. ... more
Roberto Delgado, Jr., 15
Monte Vista resident Roberto Delgado, Jr., 15, passed away on April 8, 2018. ... more
Feliberto “Phil” Salazar
Antonito resident Feliberto Salazar, 97, passed away April 9, 2018 at his home under Hospice Care with his loving family by his side.... more
Homer Dale Lewis
Homer Dale Lewis was born on October 6, 1933, and passed on Saturday April 7, 2018. ... more
Andrew “Cogie” Cordero, 63
Andrew Cordero who was known by his nickname ‘Cogie’ passed away February 15th, 2018 with his sister Tricia by his side while under the care of Pikes Peak Hospice in Colorado Springs.... more
Johnny A. Casteel, 70
San Luis resident Johnny A. Casteel, 70, passed away April 5, 2018 at his home with his loving family by his side. ... more
Thomas J. Peña Sr. 66
Thomas J. Peña Sr. 66, of Del Norte passed away on April 3, 2018. He was born in Del Norte Co to Joe P. Peña and Josephine Peña.... more
Carlotta Maria Naranjo-Amador
Carlotta Maria Naranjo-Amador was born at home on May 29, 1939, in Alamosa, CO, to Antonio Nerio Felipe Naranjo, and Maria Encarnacion Trujillo-Naranjo.... more
Kent (Bub) Lewis Poole, 77
Twenty-Five year resident Kent (Bub) Lewis Poole, 77, passed away March 24, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center. ... more
Roberta Inez Oaks, 94
Roberta Inez Oaks, 94, passed away in Alamosa, Colorado at the San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. ... more
AnneMarie Kimberling Stone
It is with great sadness that the family of AnneMarie Kimberling Stone announce her sudden passing on Saturday, March 31st 2018 at age 50 in Littleton, CO.... more
Seyah Mary Heineman, 89
Seyah M. Heineman, 89, passed away April 2, 2018 at Renown Hospital in Reno, NV.... more
Betty Carolyn Harmsen, 91
Betty Carolyn Harmsen, 91, passed away at The Bridge Assisted Living Facility in Alamosa, Colorado on March 30, 2018.... more
Maria “Vigy” Barela, 71
Maria “Vigy” Barela, 71, went home to be with the Lord on March 28, 2018.... more
Soveida M. Ozawa
Alamosa resident Soveida M. “Ada” Ozawa, 87, passed away on March 31, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. ... more
Albert F. Mondragon, 91
San Pablo resident Albert F. Mondragon, 91, passed away on March 28, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.... more
Maria “Vigy” Barela, 71
Maria “Vigy” Barela, 71, former resident of La Jara, Colorado, passed away March 28, 2018, in Denver, Colorado.... more
Vera Hamilton, 95
La Jara resident Vera Hamilton, 95, passed away on March 23, 2018 at her son’s home in Monte Vista, Colorado.... more
Antonio Cloyde Garcia, 89
Antonio Cloyde Garcia, 89, passed away at the San Luis Care Center in Alamosa, Colorado on March 27, 2018.... more
Gerald Creery, 86
Gerald Creery passed away quickly and peacefully the evening of March 23, 2018 in Spanish Fork, Utah.... more
Santiago Herman Valdez (Jim), 80
Santiago Herman Valdez (Jim), 80, of Denver, CO, passed away on March 10, 2018 in Denver Hospice, Lowry, Colo.... more
Pauline Frances Bond, 86
Pauline Frances (Heavner) Bond’s faith became sight on March 25, 2018 when she passed from this life into Heaven.... more
Hubert "Snuffy" "Jack" Smith, 98
Longtime Manassa resident Hubert “Snuffy” “Jack” Smith, 98, passed away peacefully March 25, 2018 at the Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake.... more
Viola “Vi” Maria Peña, 87
Viola “Vi” Maria Peña, age 87, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 9, 2017. ... more
Ella “Mae” Noffsinger 1934 - 2018
Ella Mae Noffsinger, with her faithful dog Misty at her side, passed away March 22, 2018, after a life well lived. ... more
Edna Joan Parker, 76
Longtime Alamosa resident Edna Joan Parker, 76, passed away March 22, 2018 at the Penrose St. Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs. ... more
Joel Anderson, 85
Alamosa resident Joel Anderson, 85, passed away March 22, 2018 at the St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.... more
Betty Ruth Martin, 86
Valley resident Betty Ruth Martin, said goodbye to this world and entered into eternal rewards prepared for her in Heaven on March 19, 2018.... more
Jesse Russell
Jesse Russell-Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 10 a.m. in the Adams State University theater-Main Stage, Alamosa.... more
Ricky L. Manzanares “Califas,” 52
Ricky L. Manzanares “Califas,” 52, died March 17th, 2018 in Monte Vista, CO. ... more
Louise Sowards, 71
Louise Sowards was born June 20, 1946 in Alamosa, Colorado to Henry and Helen Bolger.... more
Vivian J. Gonzales, 48
Monte Vista resident Vivian J. Gonzales, 48, passed away on March 16, 2018 at her home in Monte Vista.... more
Bobbie Jean Fletcher, 44
Antonito resident Bobbie Jean Fletcher, 44, passed away March 14, 2018.... more
Stephen J. Horwath III, 59
Monte Vista resident Stephen J. Horwath III, 59, passed away on March 14, 2018. ... more
Samantha Olivia Nusbaum, 16
La Garita Resident Samantha Olivia Nusbaum, 16, passed away on March 13, 2018.... more
Joseph Gregory “Greg” Salazar, 65
Joseph Gregory “Greg” Salazar, entered into rest peacefully at his home in La Junta where he was surrounded by his family members and fur babies.... more
Gladys Lucille Archer, 94
Lifetime Monte Vista resident Gladys Lucille Archer, 94, passed away in the Monte Vista Estates on March 13, 2018.... more
Nancy S. Arney, 82
Former long-time Alamosa resident, Nancy Arney, was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and grew up in Exeter, New Hampshire. ... more
Betty Lou Thorpe, 88
Betty Curtis-Thorpe, 88, Alamosa, passed away on March 6, 2018, at the Alamosa hospital.... more
Ronald Earle Goodman, 67
A Celebration of Life will be held for Ronald Earle Goodman, 67, on his birthday, March 16, 2018, at 3 p.m. at the Alamosa Christian Church.... more
David Russell McCallister, 87
David Russell McCallister was born April 21, 1930 in Del Norte, Colorado to Vernon Cook McCallister, Sr. and Sylvia Irene Spangler.... more
Kiyoshi Kay Shioshita, 93
Kiyoshi Kay Shioshita, 93, passed away at his home in Blanca, Colorado, on December 18, 2017.... more
Gerald Irwin Marquez, 67
Monte Vista resident Gerald Irwin Marquez, 67, passed away on March 11, 2018.... more
M. Latrelle Getz Roark, 84
M. Latrelle Getz Roark, 84, passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. ... more
Ardith Marie Hufman Gifford, 62
Ardith was born November 10, 1955 in Seoul, Korea and passed away February 18, 2018. ... more
Patricia May Trujillo, 84
Patricia May Trujillo, 84, went to be with her Heavenly Father, February 10, 2018.... more
Jose Antonio "Tony" Garcia, 88
Monte Vista resident Jose Antonio “Tony” Garcia passed away on March 10, 2018.... more
Rose Marie A. Sierra, 74
Alamosa resident Rose Marie Ann Sierra, 74, passed away March 8, 2018 at her home under Hospice Care with her loving family by her side. ... more
Shirley Ann Washington, 82
Shirley Ann Washington, 82, passed away on the morning of March 3, 2018 after a 8 year battle with Alzheimer’s. ... more
Joe C. Trujillo, 91
On March 4th at approximately 13:50 hours military time, a loving humble heart stopped beating.... more
George Fredrick Gallegos, 84
Romeo resident George Fredrick Gallegos, 84, passed away March 4, 2018 at his home with his loving family right by his side.... more
Donald Ray Waller, 82
Donald Ray Waller, 82, of Monte Vista, Colorado passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2018, at River Valley Inn Nursing Home.... more
Eddie Paul McCormick, 62
Eddie Paul McCormick, 62, of Florence, CO died Thursday, February 22, 2018.... more
Marjorie "Mickey" Lee Clare, 101
Marjorie "Mickey" Lee Clare, 101, passed away on March 1, 2018.... more
Andrew Cordero, 63
Under hospice care Andrew "Cogie" Cordero exhaled his last breath on Thursday, February 15th with his sister Tricia by his side.... more
Dale Howard Fall, 89
Dale Howard Fall passed away peacefully on February 27, 2018 in Monte Vista, Colorado. ... more
Thomas Patrick Conroy, 83
Thomas Patrick Conroy, 83, passed away at the Rio Grande Hospital on February 27, 2018. ... more
Jadyn Kylie Quintana, 18
Antonito Resident Jadyn Kylie Quintana passed away February 26, 2018.... more
Janet Rebecca Gallegos, 70
Manassa resident Janet Rebecca Gallegos, 70, passed away February 26, 2018 at her home with her loving family at her side. ... more
Lorraine L. Ruybal, 63
Alamosa resident Lorraine L. Ruybal, 63, passed away on February 22, 2018. ... more
Viola Mondragon, 80
Viola Mondragon, 80, of Santa Fe, NM was called to rest on Friday, February 23, 2018.... more
Howard Lee James, 85
Howard was a resident of the San Luis Valley Care Center for the last twenty years.... more
Maria (Lala) Eulalia Esquibel, 75
Maria (Lala) Eulalia Esquibel went to be with the Lord on February 21, 2018 in Denver.... more
Frances M. Perez, 76
Former longtime Monte Vista resident Frances Perez, 76, passed away February 17, 2018 at her home in Albuquerque, N.M. with her loving family by her side. ... more
Leland Roy McDaniel, 89
Leland Roy McDaniel, 89, passed away at the Evergreen Nursing Home in Alamosa, Colorado on Saturday, February 17, 2018.... more
Virginia Marie Silva, 66
Monte Vista Resident Virginia Marie Silva, 66, passed away on February 18, 2018. ... more
Mark Steven Bisel, 65
Alamosa resident Mark Steven Bisel, 65, passed away on February 15, 2018. ... more
Mark Damian Lopez, 52
Alamosa resident Mark Damian Lopez, 52, passed away on February 16, 2018.... more
Richard J. Gilbreth, 91
Richard J. Gilbreth, 91, took his last ride on the “Orange Blossom Special” as it left the station on February 14, 2018.... more
Carol E. Chacon, 80
Alamosa resident Carol E. Chacon, 80, passed away February 16, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with her loving family by her side.... more
Dale Allen Ruff, 54
Longtime Manassa resident Dale Allen Ruff, 54, died February 15, 2018 at his home in Manassa.... more
Stella Mary Aragon, 94
San Luis resident Stella Mary Aragon, 94, passed away February 9, 2018 at the Rio Grande Inn Nursing Home in La Jara with her loving family by her side. ... more
Carlos A. Archuleta, 32
Carlos A. Archuleta, 32, of Monte Vista died on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. ... more
Leroy Jesse Archuleta, 58
Ft. Garland resident Leroy Jesse Archuleta, 58, passed away February 12, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. ... more
Robert “Chale” Gonzales, 82
Long time Monte Vista resident Robert “Chale” Gonzales, 82 passed away February 10, 2018 in his home surrounded by his loving family.... more
Marie Pellegrino Pacileo, 89
Marie Pellegrino Pacileo, 89, of North Haven, formerly of East Haven for many years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at her home with her family by her side.... more
Eugene Earl Yohn, 69
Lifetime Alamosa resident Eugene Earl Yohn, 69, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 11, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center in Alamosa.... more
Marilyn A. Beiriger, 64
Marilyn A. Beiriger, 64, of Durango, CO passed away on February 2, 2018.... more
Rodney Leonard Jiron, 58
Rodney Jiron 58 years old passed away on January 12, 2018 in Denver Colorado under hospice care. ... more
Rockard E. Finley Jr., 88
Rockard E. Finley Jr., 88, of Monte Vista, CO passed away on February 4, 2018.... more
Arthur T. Valdez, 83
Born December 24, 1934, Del Norte, Colorado to Jose Isaac and Aurelia Maria DuPont Valdez.... more
Martha Faustina Martinez, 88
San Pablo resident Martha Faustina Martinez, 88, passed away February 7, 2018. ... more
Galen Dodd Ginther (The Bear)
Galen Dodd Ginther (The Bear), passed away comfortably at his home on Jan. 29 2018. ... more
Kenneth “Kenny” Richard Sanchez, 66
Longtime and well known valley resident Kenneth “Kenny” Richard Sanchez, 66, died February 4, 2018 in Monte Vista. ... more
Donald Ray Waller, 82
Longtime Monte Vista resident Donald Ray Waller, 82, passed away on February 1, 2018... more
Doris Irene Jackson, 89
Doris Irene Jackson passed away peacefully at her home in Monte Vista, Colorado on February 2, 2018 and was received into the presence of the Lord.... more
Jennie F. Espinoza, 97
La Jara resident Jennie F. Espinoza, 97, passed away February 3, 2018 at the Rio Grande Inn with her loving family by her side.... more
Marie Viola Barela, 87
Center resident Marie Viola Barela, 87, passed away February 4, 2018. ... more
Mike Byrn Green, 73
Mike Byrn Green, 73, of Alamosa, Colorado, passed away at his home on January 30, 2018. ... more
Evan Glenn Crowther, 89
“Work hard”, “play ball”, “do your best”, “family comes first”, and “let that be a good lesson to you.”... more
Derrick K. Velasquez, 47
Derrick K. Velasquez, age 47, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2018.... more
Elfego Flores, 66
Capulin resident Elfego Flores, 66, passed away January 27, 2018 at his home peacefully surrounded by his loving family.... more
Roger Lee Cavaliere, 63
Roger Lee Cavaliere was born on March 20, 1954 in Alamosa, Colorado.... more
Jessica Martinez, 35
Monte Vista resident Jessica Martinez, 35, passed away January 27, 2018.... more
Felipe Olivarez, 75
Alamosa resident Felipe Olivarez, 75, passed away January 27, 2018 at his home in Alamosa. ... more
Concepcion G. Salas, 97
Alamosa resident Concepcion G. Salas, 97, passed away peacefully January 26, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with her loving family by her side. ... more
Maria “Tachi” Angelina Martinez, 69
Maria “Tachi” Angelina Martinez, 69, passed away on January 26, 2018 in Del Norte, Colorado. ... more
Patricia L. Schaefer, 87
Longtime Monte Vista resident, Patricia L. Schaefer, 87, passed away on January 25, 2018. ... more
Anna J. Miani, 85
Alamosa resident Anna J. Miani, 85, passed away January 22, 2018 at the Rio Grande Hospital with her loving family by her side.... more
Georgia Wiseman
Georgia Wiseman (nee Alexander) lost her battle against the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease on December 20, 2017 at Silverado, Costa Mesa, California. ... more
Janet Joyce Collins, 65
Antonito resident Janet Joyce Collins, 65, died January 21, 2018 at The Bridge at Alamosa assisted living facility, after a long battle with a neurological disorder.... more
Ernest John Stoeber, 94
Monte Vista resident Ernest John Stoeber, age 94, passed away peacefully at his home January 21, 2018. ... more
Florine Archuleta, 60
Florine Archuleta passed on to be with the Lord on Dec. 28, 2017 at the age of 60.... more
Curtis Lynn McKnight, 50
Alamosa resident, Curtis Lynn McKnight, 50, passed away peacefully at home on December 25, 2017.... more
Tommy Christopher Baroz, 51
Tommy Christopher Baroz, 51, was born in La Jara, Colorado and passed away January 18, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family and friends.... more
William Herbert Smith, 63
William H. Smith (or Bill as he was sometimes called) was born November 22, 1955 in Alamosa, Colorado and passed away Jan 8 at St David's Hospital in Round Rock, Tx. He... more
Greg Schor, 62
Former Valley resident Greg Schor passed away on Wednesday, January 10 at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital in Pueblo... more
Margaret Howard McGuinn Teckenbrock, 90
Margaret Howard McGuinn Teckenbrock died peacefully January 13th, 2018 at the age of 90, surrounded by her family. ... more
Kingsbury Pitcher, 98
Kingsbury Pitcher, aka Bill Pitcher, aka Pitch died in his sleep December 29, 2017 in Santa Fe New Mexico.... more
Ronald Earle Goodman, 67
Ronald Earle Goodman, 67, entered eternal rest on January 9, 2018 in Winfield, Missouri at his oldest son’s home.... more
A. Jayson E. Chavez, 61
A. Jayson E. Chavez, 61, Alamosa resident passed away January 5, 2018 at his Home in Alamosa.... more
Austin Joe Farris Jr., 56
Longtime San Luis Valley resident Austin Joe Farris Jr., 56 passed away peacefully with family and friends by his side January 08, 2018 at the Pikes Peak Hospice Unit in the Penrose St. Francis Hospital, Colorado Springs, CO.... more
Linton Charles Bowers, 88
Valley resident Linton Charles Bowers, 88, passed away on January 9, 2018... more
Della Jaramillo, 57
Manassa resident Della Jaramillo, 57, passed away January 9, 2018 at her home.... more
Orlando Encarnación Chacon, 86
Orlando Encarnación Chacon, 86 was called to be with the Lord on Thursday January 4, 2018. ... more
Christopher Echols, 30
Ft. Garland resident Christopher Echols, 30, passed away January 8, 2018. ... more
Flora Bethe
Never again will Flora Bethe’s family and friends be greeted with a smile and as big a hug as her small but strong frame could manage. ... more
Max Atencio, 95
Del Norte resident Max Atencio, 95, passed away January 8, 2018 at the Rio Grande Hospital with his loving family by his side. ... more
Ell Margaret Hawkins, 84
Ell Margaret Hawkins, 84, passed away on January 6, 2018, in St George, Utah. ... more
Elsie J. Martinez, 54
Elsie J. Martinez, 54, of Pueblo, joined her heavenly Father on January 4, 2018. ... more
Frieda Romero, 91
Antonito resident Frieda Romero, 91, passed away January 6, 2018 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with her loving family by her side. ... more
Orlando Encarnacion Chacon, 86
Orlando Encarnacion Chacon, 86, passed away at the Rio Grande Inn on January 4, 2018. ... more
Chris D. Manzanares, 55
Chris D. Manzanares, 55, died January 2, 2018 at the hospital in Alamosa, Colorado. ... more
Xander Lee Shimamoto, 11
Xander Lee Shimamoto, 11, came into this world on March 29, 2006 in Pueblo, Colorado.... more
Bertha Velarde, 60
Alamosa resident Bertha Ann Velarde, 60, passed away January 3, 2018 at her home with her loving family by her side. ... more
Vivian “Borrado” Noel DeLuna, 88
Vivian “Borrado” Noel DeLuna, 88, was born on May 15, 1929 and went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2017.... more
Erasto "Eddie" Velasquez, 76
Capulin resident Erasto "Eddie" Velasquez, 76, passed away December 29,2017.... more
Eugene Franklin Gowdy, 75
Eugene Franklin Gowdy, 75, from Sanford Colorado, passed away at his home on December 29th, 2017, after an extended illness.... more
Lucy Ruybal-Valdez, 97
Antonito resident Lucy Ruybal-Valdez, 97, passed away on December 26, 2017.... more
Pablo Molina Anchondo, 87
Blanca resident Pablo Molina Anchondo, 87, passed away December 29, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his loving family by his side. ... more
Doris “Pauline” Baxter Moore, 94
Doris “Pauline” Baxter Moore, 94, died December 27, 2017 in Del Norte. ... more
Maria Ernestina “Tina” Mondragon, 80
La Jara resident Maria Ernestina “Tina” Mondragon, 80, passed away December 28, 2017 at her home in La Jara.... more
Mary Jane Gallegos, 85
Manassa resident Mary Jane Gallegos, 85, passed away on December 27, 2017 with her loving family by her side.... more
Robert Harold “Fred” Frederick, 74
Robert Harold “Fred” Frederick, 74, passed away on December 25, 2017. ... more
Jeremy Lee Lucas Ruybal, 41
Alamosa resident Jeremy Lee Lucas Ruybal, 41, passed away December 21, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family.... more
Jill Ann Dunn, 64
Manassa resident Jill Ann Dunn, 64, passed away in her home on December 22, 2017.... more
Ronald J. Pearce 81
Ronald J. Pearce 81, of Center Colorado passed away peacefully at home on December 21, 2017. ... more
Lt. Colonel Randy Velasquez, 49
Alamosa resident Lt. Colonel Randy Velasquez, 49, passed away December 17, 2017 in Germany. ... more
Dr. Robert T. “Doc” Wallendorff, 86
Dr. Robert T. “Doc” Wallendorff, 86, of Rock Springs passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at Deer Trail Assisted Living in Rock Springs.... more
Randolph “Randy” Mellott, 66
Lifetime Del Norte resident Randolph “Randy” Mellott, 66, passed away peacefully at home on December 17, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. ... more
Brian David Inglis, 32
Brian David Inglis was born to David and Cindy Inglis on November 7, 1985, in Colorado Springs, CO.... more
Lucy V. Salazar, 90
Lucy Salazar, 90 well know and lifelong resident of La Jara passed away December 17th at San Luis Valley Health surrounded by her loving family.... more
Cayetano Gutierrez, 90
Monte Vista resident Cayetano Gutierrez, 90, passed away December 16, 2017 at the River Valley Inn Nursing Home surrounded by his loving family.... more
Edith “Tommy” Davis, 90
Long-time Valley resident Edith “Tommy” Davis passed away December 12, 2017 at the Rio Grande Hospital in Del Norte, CO, surrounded by her family.... more
Felipe Jose Romero Jr., 64
Antonito resident Felipe Jose Romero Jr., 64, passed away November 30, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side.... more
Kiyoshi Kay Shioshita, 93
Kiyoshi Kay Shioshita, 93, passed away at his home on December 18, 2017.... more
Ida Marie Sackett, 93
Alamosa resident, Ida Marie Sackett, 93, died December 16, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center.... more
Martha Roybal, 79
Alamosa resident Martha Mary Ruybal, 79, passed away December 14, 2017 with her loving family by her side.... more
Filemon “Lionel” Salazar, 66
Filemon “Lionel” Salazar, 66, of Alamosa went to be in eternal peace with the Almighty on December 8, 2017. ... more
Victor O. Martinez, 90
La Jara resident Victor Orlando Martinez, 90, passed away December 12, 2017 at the Rio Grande Inn Nursing Home with his loving family by his side.... more
Ellen N. Trujillo Villarreal
Antonito resident Ellen N. Trujillo Villarreal, 74, passed away December 12, 2017 at her home with her loving family by her side.... more
Dora M Garcia
Dora M Garcia passed away at her home on Friday, December 8, 2017 after a lengthy illness.... more
Charles Bud “Chuck” Sumner, Sr.,
Alamosa resident Charles Bud “Chuck” Sumner, Sr., passed away on December 10, 2017.... more
Eloise Peterson
Lifetime Conejos County resident Eloise Peterson passed away December 9, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Health Conejos County Hospital in La Jara.... more
Jeannette Tomlinson, 101
Jeannette Tomlinson, 101 years young, was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 7th in Del Norte.... more
Wayne “H 11” Nelson Crowther, 84
Longtime valley resident Wayne “H 11” Nelson Crowther, 84, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2017 at the St. Mary Corwin Medical Center in Pueblo.... more
Nelva Joan Wade, 83
Nelva Joan Wade, 83, passed away at the San Luis Care Center in Alamosa, Colorado on December 5, 2017 surrounded by her loved ones.... more
Polinario Epifanio Lucero, 90
Antonito resident Polinario Epifanio Lucero, 90, passed away December 4, 2017 in his home. ... more
Samuel Alan Hendricks
Samuel Alan Hendricks, 68 years old, passed peacefully at home on August 30, 2017 surrounded by his loving family in Austin, TX. ... more
Randy Allen Lucero, 60
Los Sauces resident Randy Allen Lucero, 60, passed away December 1, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side.... more
Felipe Jose Romero Jr., 64
Antonito resident Felipe Jose Romero Jr., 64, passed away November 30, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side. ... more
Kristie Ann Gallegos, 36
Colorado Spring resident Kristie Ann Gallegos, 36, passed away November 30, 2017 at the Conejos County Hospital with her loving family by her side.... more
Maria Ceobia Casias, 88
Antonito resident Maria Ceobia Casias, 88, passed away November 30, 2017 at the Evergreen Nursing Home with her loving family by her side.... more
Joe Melrose Bryan, 72
San Luis resident and Vietnam Veteran Joe Melrose Bryan, 72, passed away November 30, 2017. ... more
Mark Christopher Bustos, 51
Long time Alamosa resident, Mark Christopher Bustos passed away on November 25th, 2017.... more
Mary G. Manzanares, 89
Monte Vista resident Mary Gloria Manzanares, 89, passed away November 28, 2017 at the Homelake Veteran's Center with her loving family by her side.... more
Richard “Dickie” Gallegos
Dickie Gallegos, age 62, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2017 in Denver, Colorado surrounded by loving family members. ... more
Cipriano “Cip” Mark Carrillo, 66
MONTE VISTA—Cipriano “Cip” Mark Carrillo 66 of Monte Vista, passed away surrounded by his loving family. ... more
Frank Leroy Leyba
Burial services for Frank Leroy Leyba will be held on November 29, 2017, with Burial Services at The Door Christian Church at 11:00 a.m. at 1300 West 12th Street, Alamosa, CO 81101.... more
Arthur Ray Gurule, 60
Sanford resident Arthur Ray Gurule, 60, passed away November 21, 2017 at the Conejos County Hospital with his loving family at his side. ... more
Ronald Myron Grider
Ronald Grider, age 89, a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. ... more
Wynell Wendy Torres, 54
Wendy Torres, 54, passed away November 17, 2017 while visiting her mother Judy Alcaraz in Blanca, Colorado.... more
Marie Angeline Medina, 80
Marie Angeline Medina passed away on November 18th at St. Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo, CO, surrounded by her loving family.... more
Stuart Noel Robins, 61
La Jara resident Stuart Noel Robins, 61, passed away on November 1, 2017. ... more
Charles D. Austin, 88
REXFORD, Kan.— Charles D. Austin passed away Friday, July 14, 2017, at his residence in Rexford, Kan. at the age of 88.... more
Frankie Jean Groat Cornum
Frankie Jean Groat Cornum of Palisade, Colorado, formerly of La Jara, died peacefully November 3rd, 2017, at her home in Palisade, with her loving family at her side.... more
Herman “Eppie” Epifanio Trujillo, 78
Pueblo former Capulin resident Herman “Eppie” Epifanio Trujillo, 78, passed away November 10, 2017 at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, surrounded by his loving family.... more
Clarence Edward Holland, 68
Alamosa resident Clarence Edward Holland, 68, passed away in Pueblo, Colorado on November 9, 2017.... more
Beverly Jean Griffits, 85
Beverly passed away at the SLV Regional Medical Center Hospital surrounded by family and friends on Friday, November 10th, 2017.... more
Maxine Heck
Maxine was born January 17, 1924 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to Claude and Irene Carl and Maxine went to be with our Lord and Savior on November 8, 2017.... more
Michael Douglas Drake, 68
COLORADO SPRINGS— Michael Douglas Drake, 68, died Friday, Nov. 3, 2017 at Colorado Springs, Colo.... more
John Paul Dufresne, 55
San Acacio resident John Paul Dufresne, 55, passed away November 7, 2017 at the Conejos County Hospital surrounded by his loving family.... more
Walter “Walt” Hammond Lamb, 90
Valley resident Walter “Walt” Hammond Lamb, 90, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2017. ... more
Richard “Dick” Lee Stephens, 81
Richard “Dick” Lee Stephens, 81, passed away at the Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake on November 2, 2017. ... more
Connie Salazar Chavez, 90
Connie Salazar Chavez was born in Denver, Colorado on April 24, 1927 to Archie A. Salazar and Isabel "Babe" (Vigil) Salazar, and passed away on October 15, 2017 in Lakewood, Colorado at age 90.... more
George W. Kelloff, 96
George W. Kelloff, 96, passed away on Sun. Oct. 29, 2017 at home in Fountain Hills, AZ with family by his side.... more
Enriqueta Ayala-Arrellano, 59
Center resident Enriqueta Ayala-Arrellano, 59, passed away November 4, 2017.... more
Miguel Antonio Barela, 29
Antonito resident Antonio Miguel Barela, 29, passed away November 5, 2017. ... more
Arthur Lawrence Rivale
Arthur Lawrence Rivale (69) passed away on October 30, 2017 in La Junta, Colorado. ... more
Joan Priscilla Dimmitt
Joan Priscilla Dimmitt (86 years old) resident of County Manor Senior Living Community in Sartell, MN passed away on October 27, 2017 at St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, MN surrounded by family and friends.... more
Patrick Morris Colvin, 76
Alamosa resident Patrick Morris Colvin, 76, passed away on November 1, 2017. ... more
Nina DePriest, 80
Nina DePriest, 80-year-old Mooreland resident, died Sunday, October 29, 2017 in Mooreland.... more
Stuart Noel Robins, 61
La Jara resident Stuart Noel Robins, 61, passed away on November 1, 2017.... more
Catherine Marie Espinosa, 71,
Blanca resident Catherine Marie Espinosa, 71, passed away October 31, 2017.... more
Richard Edward Gallegos, 45
Life long resident of Del Norte Richard Edward Gallegos also known as “ Nuni & Richie” passed away October 28, 2017.... more
Marcelino R. Ramirez, 90
Alamosa resident Marcelino R. Ramirez, 90, Joined his beloved honey Helen in heaven on October 27, 2017 at his home under Hospice Care with all his loving family by his side.... more
Joseph S. Marez, 66
Antonito resident Jose "Joe Mamma" Marez, 66, passed away October 28, 2017 at his home with all his family and friends by his side.... more
Charles Russel Baldwin
Charles Russel Baldwin passed away on October 15, 2017, at the age of 76, while under the care at Vistas Hospice in San Antonio, Texas.... more
Jose “Flaco” Alfred Miera
Center resident Jose “Flaco” Miera, 74, passed away October 26, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his loving family by his side.... more
Phyllis Leota Cody, 93
Phyllis Leota Cody, 93, passed away in Pueblo, Colorado on October 27, 2017. ... more
Dell Gates, 84
Del Norte resident Dell Gates was born October 23, 1933, celebrated his 84th birthday, died at the Rio Grande Hospital, and began his new life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 25, 2017.... more
John "Jr." A Romero, 65
John "Jr." A Romero, 65, ascended into the gates of Heaven Oct 19, 2017.... more
Sally Marie Mortensen, 91
Sally Marie Mortensen, age 91, died Monday, October 23, 2017 at her Sanford, CO home where she had lived for 57 years.... more
Leonard Cordova, 58
Colorado Springs, former San Luis resident Leonard Cordova, 58, passed away October 16, 2017.... more
Minerva S. DeLuna, 86
Minerva S. DeLuna born on January 4, 1931 passed away and went with the Lord on Oct 23, 2017.... more
Berlinda Dora Madrid, 81
Berlinda Madrid, 81 years of age, passed into eternal life on Saturday, October 21, 2017.... more
Theresa Madril-Maes, 62
San Luis resident Theresa Madril-Maes, 62, passed away October 23, 2017.... more
Ann Sharon Johnson, 74
Antonito resident Ann Sharon Johnson, 74, passed away on October 24, 2017. ... more
Bersila Sanchez 96
Chama resident Bersila Sanchez 96, passed away October 20, 2017 at home, under hospice care, surrounded by her loving family. ... more
In memory of Leslie “Wayne” Jefferson
Leslie “Wayne” Jefferson, 92, died Friday, September 8, 2017 at Garden Valley retirement Village in Garden City.... more
Levi Steven Silva, 54
Levi Steven Silva, 54, passed away on October 19, 2017 at the Conejos County Hospital in La Jara, Colorado. ... more
Salvador (Babe) Garcia Jr. 88
Salvador (Babe) Garcia Jr. 88, of Saguache Colorado, passed away October 12, 2017. ... more
Cleofas Trujillo, 88
Del Norte resident Cleofas Trujillo, 88, passed away October 18, 2017 at the River Valley Inn Nursing Home with her loving family by her side. ... more
Eleanor “Ellie” Carson Labouisse
Eleanor Carson Labouisse died Oct. 11, 2017, in Kent, Wash., from cancer.... more
Gertrude "Trudy" M. Cordova, 81
Long time Del Norte resident, Gertrude "Trudy" M. Cordova passed away on October 17th, 2017 after fighting an extended battle of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).... more
Grace Eleanor Montano, 94
La Jara resident Grace Eleanor Montano, 94, passed away October 17, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.... more
Virginia E. Valley, 67
Born in La Garita, Colorado on April 15, 1950, a longtime resident of Del Norte, Colorado, Virginia E. Valle passed away on October 14, 2017 with her loving family by her side.... more
Clarence Clyde Robinson, 79
Clarence Clyde Robinson, 79 of Hooper, Colorado passed away October 14, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM under hospice care with his loving family by his side.... more
Donald G. Smith, 85
Donald Smith, 85, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died peacefully in Santa Barbara, CA, surrounded by his loving family.... more
Josephine Ocana
While in Pueblo, Colorado, Mrs. Ocana entered into her heavenly eternal home where she met her husband, Gilbert Ocana.... more
Amadeo "Pete" Montoya, 76
Amadeo “Pete” Montoya, 76, entered heaven on October 13, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.... more
Salvador Garcia Jr., 88
Salvador Garcia Jr. 88, of Saguache Colorado passed away on October 12,2017.... more
"Art" Ellis Brown, 89
Fourth generation Mosca resident Arthur “Art” Ellis Brown, 89, died October 11, 2017 at his home in Mosca surrounded by his family.... more
Joyce Annabelle Garcia, 63
Joyce Garcia, Riverside, California, passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2017, after a lengthy illness.... more
Kathy Lee (Davis) Thompson, 70
Manassa resident, Kathy Lee Thompson died on October 13, 2017 in Alamosa, CO with family and friends by her side.... more
Gladys Elaine Myers
Gladys Elaine Myers went to be with the Lord on October 8, 2017, at Windsor, Colorado.... more
Angelina Velasquez
Angelina (Angie) Velasquez, a longtime resident of Las Mesitas , Colorado, passed away on Saturday October 07, 2017 after battling dementia. ... more
William (Bill) Marion Jr.
Beloved husband, son, father and grandfather William (Bill) Marion Jr. of Montrose, CO passed away at home on October 5, after a fierce battle with cancer.... more
Dr. Phil Bogner, 66
The location of the celebration of Dr. Phil Bogner’s life has been changed.... more
Harold “Babes” R. Abeyta, 83
Antonito resident Harold “Babes” R. Abeyta, 83, passed away October 12, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side. ... more
Antonio "Tony" Ortega, 77
Monte Vista resident Antonio "Tony" Ortega, 77, passed away October 10, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his loving family by his side.... more
Anna Lee McGinnis, 91
Born Anna Lee Kuykendall to Harry and Mabel Kuykendall in Rio Arriba County at home in the town of Tres Piedras, New Mexico on May 18, 1926.... more
Margarito Villagomez, 95
Valley resident Margarito Villagomez, 95, passed away on October 10, 2017.... more
Arthur Ellis Brown, 89
Longtime Mosca resident Arthur Ellis Brown, 89, passed away on October 11, 2017.... more
Scott Foster Erickson, 57
Well known Alamosa resident Scott Foster Erickson, 57, passed away October 7, 2017 in Creede, Colorado. ... more
Stanley James Bundy, 84
Hooper resident Stanley James Bundy, 84, passed away peacefully October 7, 2017 at the Rio Grande Inn Nursing Home in La Jara.... more
Delfina I. Jaquez, 90
Delfina I. Jaquez, 90, of Greeley, Colorado passed away on October 6, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.... more
Sharon Ilene Quintana, 66
Lifetime Monte Vista resident Sharon Ilene Quintana, 66, died October 7, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center in Alamosa surrounded by her loving family.... more
Michael Andy “Pepino” Lara
Michael Andy “Pepino” Lara was born on March 13, 1964, and passed away on October 6, 2017.... more
Leonard Wayne Leyba, 45
Monte Vista resident Leonard Wayne Leyba, 45, passed away October 6, 2017. ... more
Frank Leroy Leyba, 19
Monte Vista resident Frank Leroy Leyba, 19, passed away October 6, 2017. ... more
Betty Ann MacLeod, 73
Betty Ann MacLeod, 73, died Sept. 30, 2017 at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO.... more
Eddie Roybal, 76
Eddie Roybal left us to be with our lord and savior on October 4, 2017 surrounded by his loving family at the San Luis Care Center. ... more
Earl Ramon Martinez, 59
Ft. Garland resident Earl Ramon Martinez, 59, passed away October 4, 2017. ... more
Loretta Lacell Harris (Claunch), 79
Loretta Lacell Harris (Claunch) ,79, passed away in her home in La Jara, Colorado on October 1, 2017.... more
Joe L Borrego 61
Joe L Borrego 61, of Del Norte passed away Saturday September 30, 2017 at the River Valley Inn. Joe was born November 28, 1955 to Casilda Armenta and Selso Borrego.... more
Serafin Paul Casias, 78
Antonito resident Serafin Paul Casias, 78, passed away October 3, 2017, 2017. ... more
Florence Mildred DeSautell, 98
Florence M. DeSautell passed away surrounded by family on October 1, 2017. ... more
Ben Gallegos, 96
Center resident Ben Gallegos, 96, passed away September 27, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his loving family by his side.... more
Robert "Bobby" Lee Duran, 68
Robert “Bobby” Lee Duran, 68, went to meet his heavenly father on Friday, September 22, 2017, in Farmington, New Mexico.... more
Verlin L. Clodfelter
Verlin L. Clodfelter, a resident of Alamosa, passed away on September 15, 2017 in Pueblo, CO.... more
Juanita Linda Martinez, 45
Monte Vista resident Juanita Linda Martinez, 45, passed away September 23, 2017. ... more
Naomi Elaine Elizabeth Ulibarri, 64
Alamosa resident Naomi Elaine Elizabeth Ulibarri, 64, passed away September 23, 2017 peacefully at her home under Hospice care surrounded by her loving family.... more
Elizabeth “Betty” Fransen, 96
Longtime valley resident Elizabeth “Betty” Fransen, 96, passed away on September 22, 2017. ... more
Frances Riker, 67
Alamosa resident Frances Riker, 67, passed away September 21st, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family.... more
Arnold Gallegos
Parker former Alamosa resident Arnold Gallegos, passed away September 19, 2017 under Hospice Care in Denver.... more
Paula Rae Hensley, 75
La Jara resident Paula Rae Hensley, 75, passed away at the Conejos County Hospital in La Jara on September 21, 2017.... more
Lila Rose (Snow) Stefanik, 91
Lila Rose (Snow) Stefanik, age 91 of Forney, TX, passed away September 21, 2017. ... more
Albert Garcia, 93
Alamosa resident Albert Garcia, 93, passed away September 22, 2017 at Evergreen Nursing Home in Alamosa with his loving family by his side.... more
Albert Garcia, 93
Alamosa resident Albert Garcia, 93, passed away September 22, 2017. Arrangements are pending and will be announced through Romero Funeral Home of Alamosa. ... more
Paula Rae Hensley, 75
La Jara resident Paula Rae Hensley, 75, passed away at the San Luis Valley Health Conejos County Hospital in La Jara on September 21, 2017.... more
Florence Barbara Pauline Hardy
Florence Barbara Pauline Hardy left her earthly body peacefully on September 16, 2017 in Monte Vista, CO. ... more
Estella Eulalia Gallegos
Estella Eulalia Gallegos entered into the gates of heaven at the age of 88 years old on August 13, 2017, passing peacefully surrounded by her loving family.... more
Eduardo “Edward” H. Lopez
Eduardo “Edward” H. Lopez of Romeo, CO passed away peacefully at home under Hospice care surrounded by his loving family on September 21, 2017. ... more
Peggy June Dawkins, 77
Alamosa resident Peggy June Dawkins, 77, passed away at the San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center on September 20, 2017. ... more
Jack Dale Boutwell, 91
Monte Vista resident Jack Dale Boutwell, 91, passed away on September 21, 2017. ... more
Anthony Espinoza, 34
Alamosa resident Anthony Espinoza, 34, passed away September 17, 2017. ... more
Deva Marie (Calkins) Deen, 69
Deva Marie (Calkins) Deen, 69, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at her home in Pueblo West, CO, surrounded by her loving family.... more
Lawrence “Larry” Jerry Hanel, 72
Lawrence “Larry” Jerry Hanel, 72, passed away in his home in Alamosa, Colorado on Friday, September 15, 2017. ... more
Rev. Paul R. LeVan, 86
Rev. Paul R. LeVan, age 86, of Erie, formerly of North East, died on Saturday September 9, 2017 at UMPC Hamot. ... more
Frances E. Gonzales, 91
Our beloved mother, Frances E. Gonzales, peacefully passed away Saturday, September 16, 2017 in her home, surrounded by loved ones. ... more
Leona Christensen, 88
Alamosa resident Leona Christensen, 88, died September 17, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center in Alamosa. ... more
Josiah Leo Vigil, infant
Alamosa resident Josiah Leo Vigil, infant, passed away September 17, 2017.... more
Sherrie Dianne Maule
Sherrie Dianne Maule passed away September 7, 2017 following a brief illness. ... more
Steve Rael
It is with great sadness that the family of Steve Rael announces his passing on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at the age of 69 years.... more
Dr. Phil Bogner, 66
Del Norte resident, Dr. Phil Bogner, 66, passed away in his home on Saturday, September 2, 2017.... more
Franklin Jay Christensen, 85
Longtime valley resident Franklin Jay Christensen, 85, passed away on September 12, 2017. ... more
Deva Marie (Calkins) Deen, 69
Deva Marie (Calkins) Deen, 69, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at her home in Pueblo West, CO, surrounded by her loving family.... more
Jose J Martinez, 31
Jose J Martinez, 31 better known as “Jozey” or “Jozey Whales” passed away September 9, 2017. ... more
Marvin Lee Kennedy
Marvin Lee Kennedy was born in Matador, Texas on Sept. 30, 1931, and passed away on September 9, 2017.... more
Ronald “Ron” William Ruybal
At the age of 61, Ron, who lived in Monte Vista, Colorado, was diagnosed with ALS and passed away to be with family and loved ones on September 8, 2017.... more
Margaret Davis, 93
Margaret Alice Fletcher Davis, passed away September 11, 2017 at The Bridge at Alamosa assisted living facility. ... more
Andrew Jacob Gurule, 33
Andrew Jacob Gurule, 33, passed away August 23, 2017 at St. Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado.... more
Jami Kenison
Jami Louise Prestwich Kenison, 37, of Ammon, Idaho, passed away September 9, 2017, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho, after a valiant struggle with cancer.... more
Naomi Pena, 27
Monte Vista resident Naomi Pena, 27, passed away September 10, 2017 at the Penrose Medical Center in Colorado Springs with her family by her side.... more
Jerry Leroy Smith, 73
Jerry Leroy Smith, 73, passed away in La Jara, Colorado on September 9, 2017. ... more
Doug Harris, 62
DOUG HARRIS, 62, died unexpectedly from a massive heart attack on Monday, August 21st, 2017.... more
Edna T. Reason
Longtime Del Norte resident Edna T. Reason passed away on September 4, 2017. ... more
David Lynn Foote January 23, 1961 – August 29, 2017
David Lynn Foote, 56, of Greeley, CO was a son, brother, family member, co-worker and trusted friend. ... more
Jacquland Theresa (Jackie) Manzanares, 70
Lifelong Monte Vista resident Jacquland Theresa (Jackie) Manzanares passed away on Aug. 17, 2017.... more
Mark Howard Crowther, 71
Longtime Sanford resident Mark Howard Crowther, 71, passed away at the Joni Fair Hospice House in Pueblo, Colorado, surrounded by family on Monday, August 28, 2017.... more
Samuel Jacob Seger
Sam passed away on August 23, 2017 at his home in Monte Vista under the care of hospice and surrounded by his family at the age of 1 month and 11 days old.... more
Steven W. Nies, 68
Steven W. Nies, age 68, resident of Michigan, ND, and Mesa, AZ died Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND.... more
Art Alsbaugh, 76
Art was born on February 3, 1941 in Alamosa, Colorado to Walter and Alice Alsbaugh.... more
Andrew Jacob Gurule, 33
Antonito resident Andrew Jacob Gurule, 33, passed away August 24, 2017. ... more
Constance Moreland Cox
Connie passed away August 19, 2017 at the Sangre de Cristo hospice in Pueblo. ... more
Charlotte Huntley Orth
Charlotte Huntley Orth passed away at the San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center in Alamosa from injuries in an auto accident on August 9, 2017.... more
Jose Gilbert Maestas, 88
Monte Vista resident Jose Gilbert Maestas, 88, passed away August 24, 2017.... more
Claudine Jim, 51
Alamosa resident Claudine Jim, 51, passed away August 20, 2017 at her home in Alamosa with her loving daughter by her side.... more
Francisco Ramos Avila, 81
Alamosa resident Francisco Ramos Avila, 81, passed away August 18, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his loving family by his side.... more
Robert Albert Owens, 84
In Mesa, Arizona, surrounded by family, Alamosa, Colorado resident Robert Albert Owens entered into his final resting place with the Lord on August 18, 2017.... more
Canuto Felipe Cordova, 71
La Jara resident Canuto Felipe Cordova, 71, passed away August 17, 2017 at the Conejos County Hospital with his loving family by his side. ... more
Isabel Aguilar, 84
A celebration of the life of Isabel Aguilar, 84 year old Buffalo Wyoming resident who passed away quietly surrounded by family at the Agape Manor early Monday morning will be held Friday, August 25th at 2:00 p.m. at Agape Manor with Kent Waugh officiating.... more
Mary Irene Betty Farber, 90
Mary Irene Betty Farber, 90, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2017.... more
Virginia Shirley Malouff, 88
Longtime Alamosa resident Virginia Shirley Malouff, 88, passed away on August 16, 2017.... more
June Brady Hunter, 92
June Brady Hunter, 92, passed away at the Conejos County Hospital, La Jara, Colorado, on August 10, 2017 of natural age causes.... more
Rafelita L. Flores
Rafelita L. Flores born in Antonito, Colorado March 9, 1915 and passed August 10, 2017. ... more
LeRoy "Ray" Ramon Gallegos, 77
Saguache resident LeRoy “Ray” Ramon Gallegos, 77, passed away August 10, 2017 at St. Mary Corwin Medical Center in Pueblo with his loving family by his side. ... more
Gary W. Ramey, 70
Gary W. Ramey, 70, Sanford resident, lost his courageous battle with brain cancer on August 2, 2017. ... more
Lois A. Heikes, 80
Lois Arlene Heikes, 80, of Canon City, Colorado, daughter of George and Cecil Slankard was born on July 30, 1937 in Greenwood Community (Ottawa), Kansas and passed away at home on August 8, 2017.... more
Walter L. Heikes, 82
Walter Lee Heikes, 82, of Canon City, Colorado, son of Milbern and Georgia Heikes was born on December 21, 1934 in LaVeta, Colorado and passed away at home on August 4, 2017 from pancreatic cancer.... more
Frank Reed Cornum
Frank Reed Cornum of Anaheim, California, formerly of Sanford, died peacefully Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017, at his home in Anaheim.... more
Deborah Kay Hartmann, 69
Lifelong resident of Alamosa Deborah Kay Hartmann, 69 passed away peacefully August 10, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center in Alamosa. ... more
Perry Roy Harlan
Perry Roy Harlan passed away June 12, 2017. He was born outside Creede, CO on October 10, 1957.... more
Eduardo Navor Rascón Jr.
Born March 12, 1990 to Eduardo Sr. and Joy Rascón in Del Norte, Co. Eduardo left this world on August 5, 2017.... more
Sadako Hayashida, 96
Memorial services for the late Sadako Hayashida, 96-year-old, Hawaii born long time resident of Blanca, Colorado, who passed away on August 3, 2017, will be held on Friday, August 11, 2 p.m.... more
Barney Cruz, IV, 27
Barney Cruz, IV, age 27, from Seguin, Texas, who recently enjoyed living in Austin, Texas, passed away on July 28, 2017 in a hiking accident in Colorado. ... more
Helen Comstock Myers, 98
Our always constant and reliable North Star has become our eternal flame. Helen Comstock Myers celebrated her 98th birthday on April 14 and passed away peacefully on August 4, 2017 in her own home with loving family present.... more
David De Herrera
David De Herrera passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.... more
Virginia Marie Sylvester, 71
Antonito resident, Virginia Sylvester, passed away on June 28, 2017 of an inoperable brain tumor. ... more
Donna Deon Daniels, 90
Longtime Sanford resident Donna Deon Daniels, 90, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 30, 2017. ... more
Lois Jean Cook, 68
Alamosa resident Lois Jean Cook, 68, passed away July 19, 2017 at St. Anthony's Hospital in Denver with her loving family at her side.... more
Nicolas (Nick) T. Espinoza, 78
Nicolas (Nick) T. Espinoza a native of Guadalupe, CO passed away on July 28, 2017, the son of Abel and Margaret Espinoza. ... more
Amy E. (Richards) Bauer, 95
We would like to take this opportunity to announce the departure of Amy Bauer on Heavenly Flight 101, first class seat 1-A. ... more
Louisa G. Olivas, 89
A Vigil Service with Recitation of the Rosary for Louisa G. Olivas will be held on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 7 p.m.... more
Dr. C.W. (“Doc”) Hinkley, 92
Dr. C.W. (“Doc”) Hinkley, 92, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2017 in Scottsdale, AZ after a brief illness. ... more
Jose Valdamar Lopez, 85
Alamosa former Antonito/Colorado Springs resident Jose Valdamar Lopez, 85, passed away peacefully July 31, 2017 at the Evergreen Nursing Home with his loving family right by his side... more
Clarence “Cotton” Alfred Walstrom, 88
Alamosa — Clarence “Cotton” Alfred Walstrom, 88, passed away peacefully in his home on July 27, 2017. ... more
Eileen Eleanor Burt
Lifelong Alamosa resident, Eileen Eleanor (Hansen) Burt, 83, passed away July 23, 2017.... more
Caryl Heersink, 63
Surrounded by her loving family, Caryl Heersink, 63, passed away late into the evening of July 25th ending her suffering with ALS.... more
Roy McConnell, Jr., 93
Longtime Monte Vista resident Roy McConnell, Jr., 93, passed away on July 26, 2017.... more
Martha Maria Lucero, 86
Antonito resident Martha Maria Lucero, 86, passed away July 27, 2017 at St. Mary Corwin Medical Center in Pueblo, with her loving family by her side. ... more
Ruth Mary Archuleta, 84
Longtime valley resident Ruth Mary Archuleta, 84, passed away on July 26, 2017. ... more
Vivian Kay Clark, 68
Longtime Del Norte resident Vivian Kay Clark, 68, passed away on July 19, 2017. ... more
Phyllis Goettsch, 77
Longtime Alamosa resident and educator Phyllis Goettsch, 77, died July 22, 2017 at her home in Alamosa under hospice care.... more
Mary Ann Patrick
Mary Ann Patrick, Albuquerque, N.M., passed away July 14, 2017, the day before her 74th birthday. ... more
Dr. Hugh A. “Bud” Haller, D.V.M., 83
Dr. Hugh A. “Bud” Haller, D.V.M., 83, of Rito Alto Ranch, Moffat, died January 31, 2017 at his home near Moffat in Saguache County, Colorado. ... more
Vivian Kay Clark, 68
Longtime Del Norte resident Vivian Kay Clark, 68, passed away on July 19, 2017.... more
Adam Ostrega
Adam Ostrega passed away on July 17, 2017, at the Rio Grande Hospital in Del Norte, Colorado. ... more
Thomas Lee Hatfield, 42
Alamosa resident Thomas Lee Hatfield, 42, passed away June 28, 2017. He was born July 19, 1974.... more
Loyda P. Martinez, 83
Antonito resident Loyda P. Martinez, 83, passed away July 19, 2017 at the Conejos County Hospital under Hospice Care with her loving family by her side.... more
Philbert “Phil” Ruybalid
Philbert “Phil” Ruybalid of Wilsonville, OR, entered peacefully into rest at Legacy Meridian Hospital in Tualatin, OR, surrounded by family on June 28th, 2016.... more
Peggy Lou Tubbs, 80
Valley resident Peggy Lou Tubbs, 80, passed away In Alamosa, Colorado on May 6, 2017. ... more
Edward L. Gallegos, 73
Olathe, Colorado resident, Edward L. Gallegos, passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2017 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado.... more
Claudia Bollwinkle, 68
San Luis resident Claudia Bollwinkle, 68, passed away July 16, 2017. ... more
Elias C. Montoya, 79
Del Norte resident Elias C. Montoya, 79, passed away July 16, 2017 at the Rio Grande Hospital in Del Norte with his loving family by his side.... more
Aspen Ranee Pauley, 18
Aspen Ranee Pauley was born in Alamosa CO on 5/12/99 to Brian and Lynda Pauley.... more
Mary Lynn (Ma) Trujillo
Mary Lynn (Ma) Trujillo passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. ... more
Ken Carpenter
Fanfare of life party to commemorate Ken Carpenter’s wonderful life, achievements and adventures will be held on July 29, 2017, ... more
David Russell McCallister
David Russell McCallister was born April 21, 1930 in Del Norte, Colorado to Vernon Cook McCallister, Sr. and Sylvia Irene Spangler.... more
Genevieve “Genny” Lentz Basler, 77
Genevieve “Genny” Lentz Basler, 77, died June 19, 2017, after being involved in a car accident on Highway 160 just west of Monte Vista, Colorado.... more
Andy Martinez, 36
Longtime Capulin resident Andy Martinez, 36, passed away on July 8, 2017. ... more
Carolyn Mell Allison Deeg, 86
Monte Vista resident Carolyn Mell Allison Deeg, 86, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Mosca July 11, 2017.... more
Jose Ramon Muniz, 76
Jose Ramon Muniz passed away at his home on June 15, 2017 after a long illness.... more
Peggy Jo Lucero, 58
Antonito resident Peggy Jo Lucero, 58, passed away July 7, 2017 at the SLV Regional Medical Center in Alamosa, Colo.... more
Errol E. Ryland
Errol E. Ryland of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, passed away on July 4, 2017. ... more
Martha Amie Martinez, 79
Martha Amie Martinez, 79 of Fairplay Colorado, went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2017. ... more
Mario Chavez-Villareal, 62
Longtime valley resident Mario Chavez-Villareal, 62, passed away on July 3, 2017.... more
Debra Susan Seaberg
Debra Susan Seaberg passed away peacefully in her sleep at home last April.... more
David Allen Buckley, 70
Longtime Alamosa resident David Allen Buckley, 70, passed away on July 4, 2017.... more
Nicholas Ryan Wolfe, 32
Nicholas Ryan Wolfe, 32, former resident of Monte Vista, CO was set free on June 30, 2017.... more
Anne Elaine McKean
Anne Elaine McKean, a long-time resident of Alamosa, Colorado, passed away at Evergreen Nursing Home on June 27, 2017 after a lengthy illness. ... more
Azucena Paredes-Valenzuela, 20
Denver former Alamosa resident Azucena Paredes-Valenzuela 20, passed away June 21, 2017 in Denver.... more
Fernando Leroy Rivera, 73
Fernando Leroy Rivera was born in Romeo, Colo. on Dec. 15, 1943 and died on Feb. 13, 2017 in Seattle, Wash.... more
Mary Jo (Vaughn) Owens-Knapp, 89
Mary Jo (Vaughn) Owens-Knapp, 89, passed on June 23, 2017 at home in Mesa, Arizona, from complications of COPD. ... more
Shirley Maxine Dees, 70
Valley resident Shirley Maxine Dees, 70, passed away on June 19, 2017.... more
David L. Haskin, 60
David L. Haskin went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 21, 2017 in Center, Colorado.... more
Bertie Hosselkus, 88
Longtime resident of Creede, Colorado, Bertie Hosselkus, 88, passed away June 23, 2017 at Villa Manor Care Center in Lakewood, Colorado.... more
Ronald “Butcher” Longchamps, 75
Manassa resident Ronald “Butcher” Longchamps, 75, passed away at his home June 20, 2017 after a long illness.... more
Pauline Virginia Lopez, 88
Pauline Virginia Lopez, age 88, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017.... more
Scott Floyd Watkins, 52
Del Norte – Scott Floyd Watkins, 52, passed away in his home on June 22, 2017.... more
Howard Victor White, 56
Monte Vista resident Howard Victor White, 56, passed away June 20, 2017.... more
Lucy Atencio, 80
La Jara resident Lucy Atencio, 80, passed away June 21, 2017 at the Rio Grande Inn Nursing Home with her loving family by her side.... more
Eloisa Chacon Deherrera
Burial Mass for Eloisa Chacon Deherrera will be held at 11:00 a.m. at St. Theresa in Manassa. ... more
Jose Adelberto Velasquez
Jose Adelberto Velasquez of Capulin, Colorado passed away on June 20, 2017. ... more
Roberto A. DeLuna “Beto”, 86
Longtime Alamosa resident Roberto A. DeLuna “Beto”, 86, left us to be with the lord on June 18th, 2017 at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO with his family by his side.... more
Douglas Alan Brady, 52
It is with great sadness & broken hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Alan Brady, 52, June 19, 2017. ... more
Loreta Jean Adams “Jean” October 1, 1917 – June 18,2017
Jean Adams was born Loreta Jean Groom at the family home in Gentry County Missouri located outside Darlington, Missouri on October 1, 1917 to Frank and Lara Groom. ... more
Roberto A DeLuna, 86
Alamosa resident Roberto A DeLuna, 86, passed away June 18, 2017 at the St. Anthony Hospital in Denver.... more
Howard Victor White, 56
Del Norte, Colorado resident Howard Victor White, 56, passed away June 20, 2017. ... more
Verna Veronice Maes, 65
Verna Veronice Maes passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at TRU Hospice of Northern Colorado.... more
Cecilia Delgado, 80
Lifelong Del Norte resident Cecilia Delgado, passed away June 17, 2017 at the Rio Grande Hospital with her loving family by her side. ... more
Dorene Yvonne Roberts, 82
Dorene Yvonne Roberts passed away April 27th from complications of cancer. She was 82 years old.... more
Perry R. Harlan, 59
Perry R. Harlan, 59, of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, formerly of Monte Vista, CO, passed on June 12, 2017.... more
Samuel Paulino Valdez, Jr., 40
Samuel Paulino Valdez, Jr., 40, Del Norte, Colorado, passed away on May 29, 2017 in Denver, Colorado.... more
James "Jackie" Patrick Cordova, 79
Garcia resident James "Jackie" Patrick Cordova, 79, passed away June 11, 2017 at his home under Hospice Care with his loving family by his side.... more
Kelly S. Carter, 42
Kelly Stuart Carter, age 42, of Boulder, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, in Aurora, Colorado.... more
Margot Dee Partch Dominguez, 41
Margot was called home to be with our heavenly father on June 2, 2017.... more
Andrea “Dre” Melendez (Trujillo)
Andrea “Dre” Melendez (Trujillo) from Rupert, Idaho passed from this life on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 in Ogden, Utah.... more
Bertha Louise Plane, 82
Bertha Louise Plane passed away June 4th, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Bertha was born May 19th 1935 to Mildred and Herman Beiriger.... more
Dolores Edna Brand Stephens, 93
Dolores Edna Brand Stephens, 93, passed away among her friends at Monte Vista Estates Nursing Care Center on Sunday May 14, 2017.... more
Flora M. Rodriguez, 79
San Luis Resident Flora M. Rodriguez, 79, passed away June 5, 2017 at Penrose Hospital under Pikes Peak Hospice Care with her loving family by her side.... more
Joshua "Butters" Presley Hannan, 29
Joshua “Butters” Presley Hannan of Alamosa and former resident of Ordway, Colorado, entered into rest, May 27, 2017 in Alamosa Colorado.... more
Martha Cornum Brady
Martha Cornum Brady passed away on Friday May 26th, 2017 in Littleton, Colorado. ... more
Lorry Marie “Peanut” May, 56
Lorry Marie “Peanut” May, 56, of Pueblo, formerly of Del Norte, went to be with the Lord on May 24, 2017. ... more
Alex S. Martinez, 90
Lifetime Monte Vista resident Alex S. Martinez, 90, passed away at his home in Monte Vista on May 31, 2017.... more
Paula J. Prentice 72
Paula, J. Prentice 72, passed away May 29, 2017 in Alamosa with family by her side. ... more
Mary Ann Velasquez
Lakewood, CO – Mary Ann Velasquez, a long-time resident of Lakewood, CO, died Sunday, May 28th, 2017 at the Gardens on Quail Assisted Living in Arvada, CO.... more
James "Darold" Vance, 90
Lifelong resident of Manassa James “Darold” Vance, 90 passed away peacefully May 31, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center in Alamosa.... more
Tobias "Toby" Eugenio Herrera, 75
Longtime resident Tobias "Toby" Eugenio Herrera, passed away May 30, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center. ... more
Roberta Urcellia Ruybal, 79
Lifetime San Luis Valley resident Roberta Urcellia Ruybal, 79, passed away in the San Luis Care Center on May 25, 2017. ... more
Roberta Urcellia Ruybal, 79
Alamosa resident Roberta Urcellia Ruybal, 79, passed away May 25, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center.... more
Nina Burgess
A memorial service will be held for Nina Burgess on June 9, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the Fox Creek Cemetery.... more
Jack F Ross, 77
Jack F Ross, 77, passed away May 19, 2017 at Saint Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado.... more
Priscilla Ortega, 66
Alamosa resident Priscilla L. Ortega, 66, passed away May 23, 2017 at the Pikes Peak Hospice Center in Colorado Springs, with her loving family by her side.... more
Carla Lou Knoop Bender, 80
Carla Lou Knoop Bender of Allen, Texas passed away May 14, 2017, at the age of 80.... more
Frank Gurule, 84
San Luis resident Frank Gurule, 84, passed away at the San Luis Valley Health Center in Alamosa, with his loving family by his side.... more
Thomas Albert Nugent
Come join the celebration for the life of, Thomas Albert Nugent. Services and Music Festival will be held at Cole Park, Alamosa, Co, on May 28, 2017.... more
Margaret Elizabeth Coulter, 92
FAIRVIEW, Okla. — Celebration of Life for Miss Margaret Elizabeth Coulter, 92, of Fairview will be 10:00 am, Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the Liberty Baptist Church in Morris, Oklahoma. ... more
Elwyn “Al” Wehe
The family of Elwyn “Al” Wehe invites you to join them in a memorial service to be held at the First United Methodist Church in Alamosa on Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. ... more
Geneva S. Gurule, 62
Antonito resident Geneva S. Gurule, 62, passed away April 18, 2017 at her home under Hospice Care, with her loving family by her side. ... more
Patricia “Patty” (Lowe, Woodward) Dykstra
Patty Dykstra, 70, passed away peacefully at her home in Grand Junction on May 9 after a longer battle with pulmonary disease.... more
Teresa D. Sanchez, 95
Lifetime San Luis Valley resident Teresa D. Sanchez, 95, passed away on May 7, 2017.... more
Alfonso 'Al' A. Maestas Jr., 78
Alamosa resident Alfonso A. Maestas Jr., passed away May 10, 2017 at the Cheyenne Mountain Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with his loving family by his side.... more
Frank John Herrera, 93
Monte Vista resident Frank John Herrera, 93, passed away May 6, 2017 at the Agape Hospice Center in Denver. ... more
Patrick K. Aragon
Patrick K. Aragon of San Luis, Colorado was given the gift of life on March 17, 1950, and he rode off into the sunset surrounded by his wife, and daughters on March 16, 2017... more
Joyce Elaine Schmidt Maldonado
Joyce Elaine Schmidt Maldonado was born November 2, 1958 in Okeene, Oklahoma to Herbert and Emma Toews Schmidt. ... more
Dale Robert Wiescamp
Dale Robert Wiescamp began life in Alamosa, Colorado, on July 30, 1940, born to William and Terena Wiescamp.... more
Eugene Claudio Quintana, 75
Longtime Alamosa resident Eugene “Gene” Quintana, beloved father, grandfather and friend passed away in his home Monday, May 1st, 2017.... more
Jerry Wayne Watkins November 30, 1949 – April 19, 2017
La Jara, Colorado — La Jara resident Jerry Wayne Watkins (67), after a short battle with liver cancer, passed away April 19, 2017 surrounded by his loved ones in Bedford, TX. ... more
Maxine Irene Martinez, 71
Born in Monte Vista, Colorado on September 16, 1945, longtime Alamosa resident Maxine Irene Martinez passed away on April 29, 2017 while residing in Lubbock, TX.... more
Charles Moorman, 55
In loving memory, Mosca resident Charles J. Moorman, 55, passed away April 29, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his daughters by his side.2017. ... more
Celsa Cecilia Quintana, 86
Pueblo West former Costilla, New Mexico resident Celsa Cecilia Quintana, 86, passed away April 28, 2017.... more
Ernesto Samuel Valdez
Hesperia, California, former San Luis resident Ernesto Samuel Valdez, passed away on April 29, 2017.... more
Alverta “Al” Lee King, Jr., 88
Longtime Alamosa resident Alverta “Al” Lee King, Jr., 88, passed away April 27, 2017.... more
Patricia (Pat) A McKinley, 83
Patricia (Pat) A McKinley, 83, passed away on April 25, 2017 at her home.... more
Martin Herschel Gates, 89
Del Norte resident Martin Herschel Gates, 89, passed away at his home on April 22, 2017 with his family by his side and under the care of Hospice.... more
Carol Lynn Rue
Del Norte resident Carol Lynn Rue passed away April 27, 2017 at her home under Hospice care with her loving family by her side... more
Lucia Frances Ruybal
Lucia Frances Ruybal, 70, left this earth and went to rest in God’s memory on April 23, 2017.... more
Eva S. Garcia, 95
Antonito resident Eva S. Garcia, 95, died on April 26, 2017 at the Rio Grande Inn.... more
Gaspar Antonio Casias, 92
Antonito resident Gaspar Antonio Casias, 92, passed away April 25, 2017 with his family by his side.... more
Dorothy Irene Sanchez, 81
Dorothy Irene Sanchez, 81, of San Luis, Colorado went to be with the Lord on April 24, 2017.... more
Lorenzo Dwin Abeyta, 70
La Jara resident Lorenzo Dwin Abeyta, 70, passed away April 21, 2017.7.... more
Kristiana Martinez, Infant
Denver resident Kristiana Rose Martinez Lujan, infant, passed away April 24, 2017 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.... more
Frances Mathias McConnell
The Memorial Service for Frances M. McConnell will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2017, at 2:00 PM at the Sargent Community Church.... more
Daniel R. Martinez, 70
San Pablo resident Daniel R. Martinez, 70, passed away April 23, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center.... more
Ruth Gladys (Mittelstaedt) Schulz, 93
Ruth Gladys (Mittelstaedt) Schulz, 93, previously of Monte Vista, Colorado, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Loveland, Colorado on April 21, 2017.... more
Doris Lucille Miller-Spannagel, 88
DEL NORTE — Doris Lucille Miller-Spannagel, 88, died March 30th, 2017 in Pueblo, Colo.... more
Michael “Mikey” A. Madril, 35
Lifelong resident Michael “Mikey” Madril, 35, departed this world far too soon on April 18, 2017 at the Denver Hospice Center at Lowry.... more
Jerry “Reedo” Reed, 69
Longtime Alamosa resident Jerry “Reedo” Reed, 69, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2017 at the Penrose St. Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs. ... more
Tomas A. Garcia-Arellano, 71
Alamosa resident Tomas A. Garcia-Arellano, 71, died April 18, 2017.... more
Lillie Ramona Henningsen, 89
Lillie Ramona Henningsen, 89, passed away April 14, 2017 at the Rio Grande Hospital in Del Norte, Colorado.... more
Phillip M. Garcia, 71
Monte Vista resident Phillip M. Garcia, 71, passed away April 18, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family under Hospice Care.... more
Eleanor Betty Dozier, 70
Denver, former Chama resident Eleanor Betty Dozier, 70 passed away April 18, 2017.... more
Stan Scymanski, 94
Stan Scymanski was born in Norton, KS April 7, 1922; but he grew up in Monte Vista, CO... more
Marivel Chairez, 27
Fort Garland resident Marivel Chairez, 27, passed away on April 13, 2017... more
Arlen Wesley Doyle, 45
Arlen Wesley Doyle was born April 26, 1971 in Denver Colorado, to Arlen Doyle and Renee Martinez Wilcox.... more
Bonnie Denney, 82
Bonnie Lo Denney passed away April 17, 2017 at the La Jara Hospital in La Jara, CO. ... more
Nora Ann Gonzales, 72
Monte Vista resident Nora Ann Gonzales, 72, passed away April 12, 2017 ... more
Gerald Thomas “Tommy” Archuleta, 33
Center resident Gerald Thomas “Tommy” Archuleta, 33, passed away on April 10, 2017.... more
Marivel Chairez, 27
Fort Garland resident Marivel Chairez, 27, passed away on April 13, 2017.... more
Lillian Henningsen, 89
Longtime Valley resident Lillian Henningsen, 89, passed away on April 14, 2017... more
Lola Ann Ford, 90
Longtime Alamosa resident Lola Ann Ford, 90, passed away peacefully in Alamosa surrounded by her family on April 13, 2017.... more
Stefania Kulyk, 93
Monte Vista resident Stefania Kulyk, 93, passed away April 13, 2017. Arrangements are pending and will be announced through Romero Funeral Home of Monte Vista. ... more
Nora Ann Gonzales, 72
Monte Vista resident Nora Ann Gonzales, 72, passed away April 12, 2017. Arrangements are pending and will be announced through Romero Funeral Home of Monte Vista. ... more
Pending obituary for Gerald Thomas Archuleta, 33
Center resident Gerald Thomas Archuleta, 33, passed away on April 10, 2017.... more
Lisa Zetterquist Seegmiller, 41
Lisa Zetterquist Seegmiller returned home to her loving Heavenly Father Sunday, April 9, 2017 at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO.... more
Felicia Nichole Tafoya, 27
Felicia Nichole Tafoya, 27, passed away April 9, 2017 in Del Norte, Colorado.... more
James Troy DeGolyer, 89
James Troy DeGolyer was born to William Grover DeGolyer and Clara Adella Shawcroft on July 2, 1927 in La Jara, Colorado... more
Antonio Ornelas Gutierrez, 75
Center resident Antonio Ornelas Gutierrez, 75, passed away April 6, 2017.... more
Vicente Eduardo Valdez, 64
La Jara resident Vicente Eduardo Valdez, 64, passed away April 6, 2017 at the Conejos County Hospital with his loving family by his side.... more
Antonio Ornelas-Gutierrez, 75
Center resident Antonio Ornelas-Gutierrez, 75, passed away April 6, 2017.... more
Clara V. Cortez, 93
Alamosa resident Clara V. Cortez, 93, passed away on April 4, 2017 in Alamosa, Colorado.... more
Norman B. "Crash" Nash, Capt. USN, ret., 81
Norman B. "Crash" Nash, Capt. USN, ret., age 81, passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 from lung cancer.... more
Sharon "Nadine" Smith, 72
Nadine was born in Pueblo, Colorado March 28th, 1945 to Billy and Betty Templeman.... more
Avelina “Roy” Romero, 72
Capulin resident Avelina “Roy” Romero, 72, passed away April 1, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center with her loving family be her side. ... more
Inez R. Vigil Serrano
Inez R. Vigil Serrano passed away on March 31, 2017. She was born on February 21, 1938 in San Luis, Colorado to Fermin Vigil and Beatrice Vigil.... more
Maria Grimaldo, 63
Colorado Springs former San Luis resident Maria Grimaldo, 63, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2017. ... more
Travis Charles Malouff, 42
Thornton resident and former Alamosa resident Travis Charles Malouff, 42, died in Denver, Colorado on April 3, 2017.... more
Joseph “Joe” Walter Langston, 68
Alamosa and La Junta resident Joseph “Joe” Walter Langston, 68, died at his home in Alamosa on March 31, 2017.... more
Joseph Charles Atencio, 65
Alamosa resident Joseph Charles Atencio, 65, died March 28, 2017 at his home in Alamosa.... more
Verlin Floyd Rockey, 72
Verlin Floyd Rockey made his journey to be with his precious Lord and Savior Tuesday March 21, 2017 at Horizons Care Center in Eckert, CO. He was 72 years of age.... more
Wanda Maday (Mogford) Kalana, 85
Hillsboro, Ore. —Wanda Maday (Mogford) Kalana, 85, Craig, died on March 24, 2017.... more
Maria Grinaldo, 63
Former San Luis resident Maria Grinaldo, 63, passed away March 31, 2017. Arrangements are pending and will be announced through Romero Funeral Home of San Luis. ... more
Albert William Bode, 84
Antonito resident Albert William Bode, 84, passed away March 28, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with his loving wife and family by his side. Albert was born on October 11, 1932 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Albert H. Bode and Doroth... more
Clarance Leonard Candelaria, 55
Clarance Leonard Candelaria passed away on March 26, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Clarance was born August 19, 1961 in Pueblo, Colorado. ... more
Georgia Helen Blaylock, 63
Del Norte resident Georgia Helen Blaylock passed away March 20, 2017 at Saint Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado after a short illness.... more
Sharron Lee McAlear, 77
Alamosa resident Sharron Lee McAlear, 77, died March 27, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center in Alamosa, in which she was a resident of more than eight years.... more
Encarnacion Herrera, 90
Chama resident Encarnacion Herrera, 90, passed away March 27, 2017 at the San Luis Valley Health Center with her loving family by her side... more
Elizabeth Jean Bushnell, 80
Elizabeth Jean Bushnell died March 25, 2017 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She suffered from severe dementia and multiple chronic diseases. She was eighty years old. ... more
Robert Thomas Anderson, 67
Born in Houston Tx. to parents Robert E. Anderson and Mary Francis Allen Anderson. He moved to Colorado in 2000 to retire near Fort Garland.... more
Lora Lexia Anderson Christensen, 99
Our loving mother, Lora Lexia Anderson Christensen died March 22, 2017, just two weeks from her 100th birthday.... more
Maria Irene Ermalinda Lujan, 81
Cremation was selected and a Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held on April 1, 2017 at 10:00 am at the New Life Fellowship Church in Del Norte with interment at the Del Norte Cemetery.... more
Carl Archie Jack, 88
Lifelong valley resident Carl Archie Jack, 88, a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather, departed this life on March 21, 2017 in Colorado Springs, CO.... more
Petronilo Valdez, 73
Lifetime La Jara resident Petronilo Valdez, 73, passed away March 21, 2017 at his home.... more
Roy D Ratzlaff, 81
Roy D Ratzlaff (aka Sarge), 81, passed away March 20, 2017 at the Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake, Colorado.... more
Judy Lynell Remster, 70
Alamosa resident Judy Lynell Remster, 70, passed away March 17, 2017 at home, under hospice care, with her loving family by her side.... more
Patricio K. Aragon, 66
San Luis resident Patricio K. Aragon, 66, passed away March 16, 2017, one day short of his 67th birthday.... more
Silvestre Javier Castillo-Enriquez, 52
Alamosa resident Silvestre Javier Castillo-Enriquez, 52, passed away March 17, 2017 at his home under Hospice Care with his mother and siblings by his side.... more
Gerald Dean Langston, 84
Lifelong Alamosa resident Gerald Dean Langston, 84, passed away on March 18, 2017.... more
David Neil Cowan, Jr., 68
Longtime valley resident David Neil Cowan, Jr., 68, passed away on March 16, 2017. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday March 22, 2017 at the Calvary Bible Chapel in Alamosa.... more
Bertha Trujillo, 80
Alamosa resident Bertha Trujillo, 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on March 17, 2017. ... more
Verna Kay Clark Eyl, 71
Verna Kay Clark Eyl passed away quietly March 2nd, 2017, at the age of 71.... more
Dorothy Becker, 74
Longtime Alamosa resident Dorothy Becker, 74, died February 18, 2017 at the Sangre de Cristo Hospice in Pueblo.... more
Coy Glen Burk, 88
Coy Glen Burk, 88, passed away March 9, 2017 at his home in Monte Vista, Colorado. He was born January 8, 1929 in Monte Vista, Colorado to Herman and Ethel Entz Burk. ... more
Mary Jane Gallegos, 83
Longtime Alamosa resident Mary Jane Gallegos, 83, passed away peacefully at the San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center in Alamosa on March 11, 2017.... more
Raymond Martinez, 81
Our Dad, Raymond E. Martinez was born on August 16, 1935 in San Luis, Colorado.... more
Ernest E. Valdez, 93
San Luis resident Ernest E. Valdez, 93, passed away March 9, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center with his loving family by his side.... more
Raymond Salvador Medina, 80
Alamosa County resident Raymond Salvador Medina, 80, passed away on March 3, 2017. Raymond was born on May 19, 1936 in Center, Colorado to Bill and Eva Medina. ... more
Berniece Ocean Buckingham Harrison, 81
Berniece Ocean Buckingham Harrison passed away February 24, 2017 in Alamosa, Colorado... more
Cecilia M. Stevens, 75
Cecilia M. Stevens, known to many in the Monte Vista Community as "Cece", passed away at her home in Monte Vista on March 4, 2017 at the age of 75.... more
James Hale, 55
South Fork, Colorado resident, James Hale, 55, passed away on March 5, 2017 at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, Colorado, with his loving family by his side. James was born on May 29, 1961 in Tucson, Arizona, the son of William Hale and Patricia Parkher... more
Bobbie Joe Keeling, 76
Bobbie Joe Keeling (Bob) was born November 2, 1940, in Del Norte, Colorado and passed away February 25, 2017, at the Pueblo Veterans' Community Living Center.... more
Tom A. Garcia, 90
Center resident Tom A. Garcia, 90, affectionately known as Papo, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2017 at the San Luis Care Center with his loving family by his side.... more
Celina R. Sisneros, 85
Denver resident Celina R. Sisneros, 85, passed away on February 28, 2017.... more
Beatrice Mae Garrison, 69
Beatrice Mae Garrison was born in Hettinger, ND to Donald and Leah Wagner on May 2, 1947 and passed away peacefully, losing her battle with cancer on February 23, 2017 in Tucson, AZ.... more
Mary Jane Robles, 73
Del Norte resident Mary Jane Robles, 73, passed away February 24, 2017 at her home with her loving family by her side. Mary Jane was born on July 13, 1943 in South Fork, Colorado, the daughter of Amarante Medina and Senida Martinez Medina.... more