He was born on June 2, 2003, to Michael Filippi and Juda Filippi in Denver, Colo. more, Jimmy Preston Pierce, 84, of Creede, Colo., passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022. She transitioned peacefully in the love of God, at home on her beloved family ranch on Saturday, July 16, 2022. Proudly created with Wix.com. A Memorial Service will be held in his honor on Sunday July 7, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in Creede, CO at the Ed Hargraves Ballfield at 1190 Main Street, Creede CO 81130. Kathy went to her forever home with Jesus on Dec. 14 of 2022; her loving children, Angela and Jason Boylen by her side. more, Monte Vista resident Beulah (Boots) Ann Rogers, 88, passed away on December 7, 2022. She was born on Jan. 1, 1942, to Harold and Wilma Atha in Del Norte, Colo. more, Michael Gallegos passed away on Nov. 13, 2020. Jerry was born on June 15, 1929 in Manassa, Colo., to Harran Hall and Mary Manning Haynie. Continuing our dedication to honoring veterans, this special section includes the names of those individuals who served our great nation, and are now entrusted to our care. Ida was a proud, supportive and loving mother. more, Life-long Valley resident, Robert William Bob Myers, died March 14, 2020. He loved riding horses and fishing. more, Patrick Rowan Rios passed away on December 1, 2021. Although the family moved many times, from Washington, DC to various Colorado towns, it was the San Luis Valley that Rebekah considered home. more, JoAnne Lewis (Maiden Name: Gott) will be remembered as a luminary storyteller of her time, sharing her presence, love, and never-ending series of tales with those who knew her from 1936-2021. Royce grew up in the Bowen Community south of Monte Vista and graduated from Monte Vista High School in 1949. more, Ulysses, Pa., resident Mike Garnett passed away Dec. 26, 2021, in Coudersport, Pa., at the age of 67. more, Rory Dwight McClellan, 65, of Monte Vista, passed away at home on Feb. 10, 2022. more, On Feb. 2, 2022, Sandra Kay Rose beat her fight with multiple sclerosis after 33 years. In 1957, they again moved to South Fork and later Del Norte. Bobby was a decorated veteran who served in the Vietnam War and retired from the United States Army with 20 years of service. more, Kathrine was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend as well as a fierce advocate for animals and had a devoted love for Jesus. Mary was born on June 2, 1934, in Manassa, Colo., the daughter of Alfredo LeFebre and Ana Padia LeFebre. more, Thelma Diane Borud Worker passed away and joined her beloved, Raymond Worker in Heaven, on June 16, 2021. more, It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Charles Franklin Lewis, "Chuck," 85, of Scottsdale, Ariz., on March 26, 2021. more, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, Peggy Atha Cummings went home to with be her Lord Jesus. It is open to all family and friends more, Lifetime San Luis Valley resident Patricia Ione Malouff, loving wife and mother passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at the age of 85. more, Tracy Joe Freel, 57, of Moffat, Colo., passed away on June 21, 2022, suddenly by stepping in to protect a woman in a domestic violence situation. more, Evelyn Evie Underwood was born on Jan. 14, 1948, to Duane Underwood and Lillian Falk Underwood in Del Norte. He remained close with his siblings throughout his life. Tom was born Jan. 18, 1932, in Rapid City, S.D., to Cedric St. Clair and Martha Haaser Magness. Henry Hanna, officiating. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. One of the most popular times to visit the Monte Vista Wildlife Refuge is during the springtime, particularly in March. 4 were here. Don was born in Del Norte, Colo., on April 11, 1937, and was the son of Thomas (T.A.) He was born on Feb. 18, 1959, in Espanola, N.M., to Simon Sisneros and Corine Sisneros. more, San Luis Valley native, Royce Rodney Reinhardt, 90, passed away on Feb. 7, 2022, in Grand Junction, Colo. She had moved back to Arkansas and lived in Tennessee for a few years, before returning to Colorado. more, Long-time resident of Monte Vista, Jane F. David, 97, passed away Nov. 5, 2021, at her home in Monte Vista, following a lengthy illness. more, Alva William Hibbs was born in Monte Vista, Colo., on Aug. 10, 1942. She was the oldest of three children. This photo by Valley Courier staff writer Jefferson Geiger, featuring Peter Martin from New Castle shaving at a mobile bathroom during the 23rd annual Bicycle Tour of Colorado rest stop in Alamosa in June 2017 was one of a group of photos winning first more, Patrick Rowan Rios passed away on December 1, 2021. Ida was a proud, supportive and loving mother. more, Life-long Valley resident, Robert William Bob Myers, died March 14, 2020. Full service funeral home serving all faiths throughout the entire San Luis Valley in Southern Colorado. We believe he is at peace and has transitioned to a room in Gods heavenly mansion. more, Longtime San Luis Valley resident Marty D. Heimsoth, 75, died March 24, 2021, at the Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, Colo. more, Elsie Maxine (Zanetell) Ward, 90, a long-time Monte Vista resident, passed away peacefully at the River Valley Inn, on Feb. 17, 2021, three weeks after a debilitating stroke. He was born on June 27, 1972 to Phillip Joseph Weeks I and Rosemarie Weeks. He found that farming was where his heart was. more, We are sad to announce the death of Harriet Ann Wright, 94, of Monte Vista, Colo., on Nov. 25, 2022. 63. In recent years, Rick had battled serious medical issues related to his military service in the Vietnam War, but despite this discomfort, Rick met those challenges with his self-deprecating humor, quick wit, and a smile. more, Frances (Fran) Elaine Henson, 73, died Nov. 10, 2021. He was raised in Monte Vista, Colo., and graduated from Monte Vista High School in 1974. more, Del Norte resident Ethel Louise Dixon, 75, passed away on July 31, 2021. It is open to all family and friends. more, Monday, June 27, 2022, Virginia Sue Giles Henderson passed into the arms of Jesus. more, Carl Richard Ivey passed away May 28, 2022, in Dallas, Texas. She earned her bachelor's degree in nursing from Ohio Valley School of Nursing in Steubenville, Ohio. more, ALAMOSA John David Sanford, 88, passed away from natural causes, Dec. 20, 2022, at Homelake Veterans Center, Monte Vista, Colo., with family members in attendance. She was a resident of Granbury, Texas. more, Warren Clayton Hemphill of Sonora, Texas, passed on to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sept. 1, 2022, at the age of 88. JoAnne lived to be 86 years old, and is legend she will be dearly missed by the tapestry of family and friends she wove together during her lifetime of adventures. more, Nelson Wayne Mickelsen entered this earthly life on Oct. 10, 1938, in Alamosa, Colo. Law Office of Gretchen J. Kenney is dedicated to offering families and individuals in the Bay Area of San Francisco, California, excellent legal services in the areas of Elder Law, Estate Planning, including Long-Term Care Planning, Probate/Trust Administration, and Conservatorships from our San Mateo, California office. Loretta was raised by her grandmother in Colorado Springs and graduated from William Palmer High School in 1960. more, Monte Vista resident Beulah (Boots) Ann Rogers, 88, passed away on December 7, 2022. She was born Feb. 8, 1951, in Alamosa, Colo., to Melvin and Goldie Peterson. more, Born in Taos, New Mexico, Jan. 10, 1930, and he took his final breath on April 10, 2022. more, Longtime Monte Vista resident Raymond Nathan Skeff, 83, passed away on April 7, 2022. MOHAWK - R. Dale Bingham, age 69, of Mohawk, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Her death was due to unexpected heart failure. He was born on Feb. 15, 1935, in Morenci, Ariz., to Camilo and Concepcion (Haro) Rios. more, Phillip Eugene Leggitt passed away on Feb. 15, 2022, at Memorial Central Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo. WebObituary & Funeral Services Search. She was born on April 9, 1946, in Alamosa, Colo., to Donald D. and Adelaide (Baldwin) Knapp. more, Mary was born to Grace Marie (Pease) and Herschel Edward Thorp in Sutherland, Neb. more, John Richard Ireland was born on June 25, 1951, in Hereford, Texas, and passed away on July 30, 2021. more, Long-time Del Norte resident, Connie J. Hill, 83, passed from this earth peacefully, but unexpectantly, of natural causes on April 16, 2021, surrounded by her family. He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 54 years Dee of Monte Vista, Colorado, His son Ron Jr. and his wife Tonya of Tucson, Arizona. Loretta was raised by her grandmother in Colorado Springs and graduated from William Palmer High School in 1960. more, DODGE CITY Linda Sue (Drake) Hessman, 76, died Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at Penrose-Saint Francis Hospital, Colorado Springs, Colo. more, Passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 30, 2022. He had a prodigious mind that simply amazed all those with whom he shared his encyclopedic memory, wit, and wisdom. more, Long-time resident of Monte Vista, Jane F. David, 97, passed away Nov. 5, 2021, at her home in Monte Vista, following a lengthy illness. more, Madeline LaVene Otts passed away on Oct. 24, 2021. At the age of one, the family moved to Walden, Colorado and lived there for 15 years. WebMonte Vista resident Carolyn Lou Kimball, 93, passed away on Jan. 6, 2023. more, Terry A. Larson, 87, of Creede, Colo., passed away on May 10, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. more, Dorothy "Mickey" Hart Merrell passed away May 7, 2022, at 97 years old at her daughter's home in Boise, Idaho. more, Margaret Mary (Malouff) McKenna, age 85, of Ellis, Kansas passed away Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society, Hays. You can search by first or last name, state and publication date. In recent years, Rick had battled serious medical issues related to his military service in the Vietnam War, but despite this discomfort, Rick met those challenges with his self-deprecating humor, quick wit, and a smile. more, Frances (Fran) Elaine Henson, 73, died Nov. 10, 2021. He was 62. more, Norah Grace Dooley Korn was born to Alma Lucile Wintz and John Loran Dooley on Dec. 14, 1932, in Creede, Colo., and passed away Nov. 17, 2021, at her home in Kalispell, Mont. more, Kathryn Jane Prins, or Kate as she was known to her family and friends, passed away on Nov. 26, 2021, at the age of 67. more, On Dec. 7, 2021, Austin Fernando (Ford) Romero entered the gates of heaven. Rebecca Denise Cavett Amerman passed away July 12, 2019 in Colorado Springs, CO after a lengthy illness with her loving husband at her side. Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be announced at a later date. Mikes generosity of spirit, keen sense of humor and quiet strength were an inspiration to all who knew him. bottom of page Born in Pomona, Calif., the son of Frank and Marguerite (ne Palmer) Kraft. more, Peggy Jo Blenden died on Nov. 11, 2021, while visiting family in Columbia, Mo., at the age of 65. Evelyn was surrounded by her loving family, as well as her dear, irrigation-ditch-loving, dog Inka. Melissa graduated from Monte Vista High School. more, David Carl Schueler, born July 2, 1964, was a husband, a brother, and a friend; a man who exuded compassion and treated each person he met with respect, in his personal life and professionally. Mary was born on June 2, 1934, in Manassa, Colo., the daughter of Alfredo LeFebre and Ana Padia LeFebre. more, Thelma Diane Borud Worker passed away and joined her beloved, Raymond Worker in Heaven, on June 16, 2021. more, It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Charles Franklin Lewis, "Chuck," 85, of Scottsdale, Ariz., on March 26, 2021. more, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, Peggy Atha Cummings went home to with be her Lord Jesus. A fast-moving fire burned homes in Monte Vista, Colorado, on April 20, 2022. He believed in never wasting a minute and lived life to its fullest. She was the third or middle daughter out of five girls. more, Merv Self, a life-long resident of Monte Vista, passed away in the Del Norte Hospital on July 28, 2022, at the age of 85. more, He was known as John by friends, coworkers and loved ones. WebMonte Vista resident Carolyn Lou Kimball, 93, passed away on Jan. 6, 2023. Phyllis was born on a farm outside the small town of Stratton, Neb., on June 2, 1931, to Ernest and Ellen (Hawkinson) League. Doroteo was born on Aug. 5, 1947, in Monte Vista, Colo., to Jose Ignacio "Nacho" and Estefanita Lucero Martinez. more, Stanley Jay Aldridge, longtime Monte Vista resident, passed away at his home on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021. Charlotte graduated from Del Norte High School in 1960. The fifth-seeded Vintage High boys soccer team gave up a golden goal in the first overtime and fell 1-0 to No. All Rights Reserved. She was born on Jan. 1, 1942, to Harold and Wilma Atha in Del Norte, Colo. more, Clarence Gordon (Butch) Hammel, 78, of Saguache, Colo., passed away on May 23, 2021, at his home, surrounded by family. He was born in Walsenburg, Colo., on Nov. 28, 1926, to Ralph and Laura (Stuckey) Pospahala. Two grandsons Cedric of Forest Grove, Oregon and Trevor of Tucson, Arizona. He was born on Aug. 27, 1941, in Crestone, Colo., the middle child of 16 children born to Parley and Genevieve Leggitt. In honor of this migration, the town holds the Monte Vista Crane Festival. Fortunately, online memorials have taken the place of the print obituary or death notice, and our funeral home offers what we consider to be the finest example of online memorials, the Book of Memories. He was born on Dec. 19, 1948, to Kenneth and Blanche (Taylor) Landis in Walters, Okla. Kenneth, usually referred to as Ken or Kenny, grew up in Duncan, Okla. Web205 State Avenue Alamosa, CO 81101 Phone: (719) 589-4271 | Fax: (719) 589-4381 Rogers Family Mortuary in Monte Vista 404 Morris Street Monte Vista, CO 81144 Phone: (719) Fran grew up in Arkansas and Texas, and moved with her family to the Center, Colo., around 1963. Michael is survived by brothers Thomas Gonzalez of New Jersey, John Gonzalez of New Jersey, Joshua (Amy) Williams of Texas, and Douglas Williams of Colorado. He graduated from West Point in 1971 with a B.S. She was the oldest of five children. For example, Monte Vista, Colorado obituaries After graduating from high school she moved to Denver to peruse a career with Mountain Bell. Dr. Brownrigg was born on Nov. 15, 1935, in Kansas City, Kan., to John and Emma (Jacobson) Brownrigg. As a child, he moved to Moriarty, N.M. She was born on October 20, 1975 in Denver, Colorado to Ray Chacon and Darlene Roybal. He grew up in Kansas where he learned to be a farmer, just like his father. He had the sort of kindly manner that offered comfort and reassurance to those who had the good fortune to cross his path. more, Clifford Andrew Pearcy, dearly beloved son, brother, nephew and uncle, died on Jan. 5, 2023, at the age of 54. Crystal was a sensitive child and often helped her mother with the daily chores. Donald is survived by his parents, Donald and Grace Montoya and his two brothers Darren and Desmond Montoya and his sister in law Delarena Montoya. Happy Trails: Dodge the mud and enjoy Garden of the Gods on this urban path more, Phillip Eugene Leggitt passed away on Feb. 15, 2022, at Memorial Central Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo. Wilma lived in several other states, before her parents decided to make Saguache, Colo., their forever home. He was born to Alice Brown and Tony Shaw in may of 1938. Although the family moved many times, from Washington, DC to various Colorado towns, it was the San Luis Valley that Rebekah considered home. more, Monte Vista resident Maurice E. Gene Smith, 88, died Dec. 9, 2020, at the Rio Grande Inn Nursing Home in La Jara. more, Crystal was born in Center, Colo., to Charles and Grayce Sheets and she attended school in Saguache. He was the first born of Nelson Cornum Mickelsen and Thelma (Jepperson) Mickelsen. Liliith Hope Atencio, precious baby girl of Crystal Lopez and Antonio Atencio passed away on August 24, 2019 at San Luis Valley Health. He was the type of man who would do anything for anyone, and he will be greatly missed by all who knew and love him. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kelly Chapman Jones, his three children Riley, Grayson and Mya; his Mother Monica Jones, Sister Jessie (Joe) Baker, his Grandma Jo Keller and his Grandma Ruth Ann Eastland. He is survived by : his wife Tina; his daughters, Audrey Medina and Berlinda Medina (Chencho Morales); his granddaughter Leslie Nevarez; his great grandchildren, Maribel, Lyanna Nevarez and Isaac Nevarez; and his friend Isaac. Proudly created with Wix.com. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Zachary was loved in his community, by his many family and friends, and those who served by his side as he proudly and honorably served his country as a member of the United States Marines 3-7 Battalion. Madeline was born May 7, 1934, in Friars Point, Miss., to Josephine (Sorce) and Dominick LaVene. more, Allen J. Hosselkus (AJ) was born Jan. 5, 1929, to the parents of Allen J. Hosselkus and Margaret M. Hosselkus in Creede, Colo. AJ passed away on Oct. 13, 2021, at the Homelake Veterans Center. more, Greg Allen Peterson was born Feb. 3, 1963, and died Oct. 2, 2021, from complications with COVID-19 Pneumonia. Write your message of sympathy today. And poor Mr. Cooper, the Yorkie, really sees it fly by as one dog year is the equivalent to seven human ones. more, Richard Alan Forrest, 73, lost his life on Jan. 11, 2022, at UC Health Memorial Central in Colorado Springs, Colo., after a brief battle with gallstone pancreatitis. more, Jonathan Ryan McClure, 48, was born in Del Norte, Colo., to John Raymond and Suzanne McClure on Sept. 15, 1973, and passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 26, 2022, near Center, Colo. more, Rocky Arlen Birdsey, 76, passed away peacefully at home in Cordes Lakes, Ariz., on Feb. 27, 2022. Born in Hereford, Texas, and raised in Colorados San Luis Valley with a family of seven brothers and sisters, Dave was known for his humor, a smile that could light up a room, and an exceptional sense of kindness. She was born on Nov. 20, 1955, in San Francisco, Calif., to Albert and Juanita (Marquez) LeBlanc. more, Long-time Center resident Vickie Lynn Myers, 67, passed away on Sept. 10, 2022. He was born on June 30, 1932, in Del Norte, Colorado to Alexander MacGreggor and Ruth Marie (Samuels) Colville. more, Jose Vivian Lujan, 73, a 51-year resident of Las Vegas, Nev., passed away July 19, 2021. Dr. Brownrigg was born on Nov. 15, 1935, in Kansas City, Kan., to John and Emma (Jacobson) Brownrigg. You would always hear Donald singing every time you were around him and he would never allow you to play music without putting on Dolly Parton. In Moriarty, he met his wife of 51 years, Judy. more, Darrel Eugene Asay, 92, passed away in his sleep on July 14, 2021. (81 years old). Jack maintained his love of treasure hunting as an adult, and searched diligently for Montezumas legendary lost treasure, on Wolf Creek Pass. more, Monte Vista resident Mary C. Gallegos, 87, passed away peacefully June 25, 2021, with her loving family by her side. Mary Ann always enjoyed visiting with others and giving tours of her flower gardens. The second of three children, Jack loved treasure hunting and later became a prospector. Angel was born in Denver Colorado on April 16, 1998, to Angelica Salazar and Felipe Navarez. He was born in Louisiana in 1938 to Thomas W. Ivey and Beulah Kirkpatrick Ivey. more, San Luis Valley native, Royce Rodney Reinhardt, 90, passed away on Feb. 7, 2022, in Grand Junction, Colo. WebMONTE VISTA The world lost a great man, our heroDaniel (Danny) Carl Burnson Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018 at the age of 68, surrounded by love from his four girls. Developed in the 1950s from the Prohibition-era. Growing up in rural Colorado, there were always things to do, and she played with her brothers and sister. more, Longtime Monte Vista resident Ken G. Bunky Arnett, 81, died July 17, 2021 at the San Luis Care Center in Alamosa. more, Alice Medina was laid to rest July 9, 2021. Darrel was born on April 9, 1929 in Alamosa, Colorado to Otis and Elsie (Miller) Asay. more, Lifetime Del Norte resident Alexander MacGreggor Colville, Jr., 89, passed away on July 31, 2021. He was born on Feb. 17, 1925, in Salina, Kan., to George W. and Margaret D. (Braddock) Morgan. more, Mary Virginia Sessums, 87 of Thornton, Colo., passed away Aug. 30, 2021. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) McKitrick. The second of three children, Jack loved treasure hunting and later became a prospector. Born at 35 weeks, she weighed 4.5 oz. Austin was born Jan. 27, 1948, in Arroyo Seco, N.M., the oldest sone of Juan I and Manuelita (Sanchez) Romero. more, Shirley Boyce, a resident of Grand Junction, passed away on Nov. 24, 2021. Debi was with her husband of 50 years, Jess. more, Donald Eugene Collins died on Nov. 30, 2022, at age 85, after a gradual decline following challenges with chronic kidney disease. He was born on July 5, 1938, in Center, Colo., to Kelley H. and Margaret M. (Sawaya) Skeff. more, Ralph passed away peacefully at St. Mary's Hospital on March 23, 2022, of respiratory failure. more, Alfred Orville Chapman was born in Del Norte, Colo., on Dec. 30, 1949, and went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2022. Zachary Emery Jones, 33, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2019 in Creede, Colorado. Perform a free Colorado public death records search, including death certificates, death indexes, deceased records, death registers & registries, obituaries, and death notices. Gary was born in Abilene, Texas on March 3, 1947 the son of Frank Clark and Marion Inez George Mason. Harriet passed away in Del Norte, Colo., surrounded by family after a short illness. more, Donald Lee Howard was born in Fort Collins, Colo., on Aug. 11, 1960, to John Howard and Sandra Strickland Howard. She was adopted by Fred and Carolyn Morse and loved dearly by them and her two brothers David and Jon Morse. more, Del Norte resident Sharon Anne Atencio, 66, passed away on Sept. 15, 2022. After a life full of adventure and hard work, he passed away on July 21, 2021. more, Monte Vista resident Maurice E. Gene Smith, 88, died Dec. 9, 2020, at the Rio Grande Inn Nursing Home in La Jara. more, Crystal was born in Center, Colo., to Charles and Grayce Sheets and she attended school in Saguache. (Alamosa Citizen) Chris Lopez of The Alamosa Citizen contributed to this report. She had moved back to Arkansas and lived in Tennessee for a few years, before returning to Colorado. more, Alva William Hibbs was born in Monte Vista, Colo., on Aug. 10, 1942. Collins and Loretta (Mabry) Collins, and grew up in Monte Vista, Colo. Don was class president at Monte Vista High School, where he met his future wife, Edith McFadden. more, Robert H. Parker was born June 7, 1954, in Taos, N.M. His parents were Richard H. Parker and Betty B. Parker. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) McKitrick. Mark William Wetherill, son of Hank and Joy Nichols and Clayton Wetherill, was 50 years old when he left this world to enter the next one on Aug. 11, 2022. more, Clifford Andrew Pearcy, dearly beloved son, brother, nephew and uncle, died on Jan. 5, 2023, at the age of 54. Michael Lee Williams of Monte Vista, CO, passed away on August 20, 2019. Butch was born on Dec. 16, 1942, in Monte Vista, Colo., to Clarence B. and Nellie Hammel. more, Mr. Henry (Hank) Lawrence Nichols, of Creede, Colo., passed away suddenly on Jan. 6, 2021, at the age of 91. more, Ida Pomeroy, 89, of Aurora, Colo., born Ida Bernard in Saguache, Colo., passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family members. Learn About Online Memorials Phil moved to Creede in 1950 with his family and attended Creede schools and graduated from Creede High School in 1961. more, Longtime valley resident Daniel Alfredo Rios, 87, passed away at the Homelake Veterans Home on Feb. 17, 2022. At the tender age of 27, Damian took his own life. more, Martha Jane Olson Walker, 63, died peacefully in her sleep from complications of kidney disease, while in hospice care in her home, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021. more, Don Gary Allee, 78, passed away on Nov. 27, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. He grew up in the Sargent area and graduated in the Sargent High class of 1981. more, Lorraine Alvina Ross, after living a full and prosperous life, peacefully passed away at the age of 98 on Oct. 1, 2021. He spent his childhood along with his younger sister Shirley, in Monte Vista, Colo., where his mother taught school and his father ran a filling station and used furniture store. more, Ernest Floyd Tempfel, 82, of Warsaw, Mo., passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. more, Lena Sue "Susie" McCown Crabtree of Del Norte, Colo., formerly of Allenspark, Colo., passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Oct. 30, 2022, at the age of 67, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. more, This time it's the Leonid Meteor Shower that runs from Nov. 6-30 and peaks on the 18th. She was born May 7, 1934, to Robert and Ray Sproul of Eldorado, Texas. Cremation was chosen and arrangements will be announced at a later date. The Dignity Memorial online obituary search tool gives you access to obituaries from thousands of locations across North America. Donald was a loving son, brother and Father. Born on March 10, 1955, in Del Norte, Colo., the son of Martin Gates and Lucille Hines Gates. more, Eutimio Tim Atencio, 72, beloved husband, father, and grandpa, passed away peacefully on Feb. 19, 2021, in Richland, Wash., with his loving family by his side. more, Phyllis Emily Martinez Lenzini, 90, Monte Vista, passed away July 5, 2021 at Conejos County Hospital in La Jara, Colo. more, Thomas S. Magness, 89, Monte Vista, Colo., passed away at home June 22, 2021. 226 Results. more, John Baker completed this final chapter of his earthly life early Monday morning, March 22, 2021, of complications of Parkinsons Disease at Aspyre Rock Creek in Fort Collins where he had been a resident since mid-November. Longtime Monte Vista resident Melissa Renee Chacon, 46, passed away on November 12, 2021. He had a happy childhood and grew up with a large extended family unit. The youngest of six children of Jacob and Martha (Kota) Hellmund, she was born in Phoenix, Arizona on November 1, 1929. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee, Add Photos. Obbie was a farmer and rancher all his life. She was born Sept. 2, 1948, in Alamosa, Colo., to Rose P. Martinez and Benito Martinez. more, Michael Mike Muncy was born Leadville, Colo., June 22, 1958, to Elsie and Harvey Muncy. Jack L. Doc Brown passed away on Nov. 2, 2022, at the Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake in Monte Vista surrounded by family after 98 years of life full of love, service and adventure. Their mother died when Rose was 2 years old and their father placed them in a Catholic orphanage with nuns that Rose remembered all her life as loving and kind-hearted. more, Fay Willy Williams Jr., of Buena Vista, passed away peacefully on May 17 at Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility in Fort Collins. more, On April 9, 2021, Kevin Andrew Sandersons spirit left his body following a heart attack. He affirmed until the day he died that he remembered the day, with the bright lights and awkward discomfort. She was born June 11, 1937, in Capulin, Colo., to John and Mary Malouff. more, Stephen Jake Filippi, 19, of South Fork, Colo., passed away on Sept. 18, 2022. The town is on the western side of the San Luis Valley. Bob lived for his children and enjoyed traveling with his wife, Ruth of 60 years. At the age of one, the family moved to Walden, Colorado and lived there for 15 years. Besides farming, Mike enjoyed traveling, especially home to Phoenix, and as often as possible to Kauai and Las Vegas. WebMonte Creek Winery is situated on a 1,200-acre property, with 75 acres of grapes planted in the Thompson Valley, plus 40 planted acres in the Similkameen Valley. Danny was born on March 1, 1950 in Watonga, Okla. to Gladys and Lupe was born on Nov. 9, 1947, in Center, Colo., to Alfred and Eulalia (Arellano)Luna. more, Life-long San Luis Valley resident, Marvin Goad, went home to be with the Lord, with his loving family by his side, on Aug. 4, 2021. He was born in Monte Vista, Colo., on June 24, 1926, to Willie Jennings Myers and Edith Betty Gibson Myers. more, Tillie Gonzales Velasquez was born June 15, 1925, in Los Valdeses, Colo. She passed away on May 24, 2021, in Walla Walla, Wash., three weeks shy of her 96th birthday. An active member in the community, Mike was past president and member of the Center Kiwanis Club, and past president and board member of the Creede Repertory Theatre. Norma is preceded in death by her parents Louis & Alta Hanna & sister Ladene (Keith) Sawyer. Damian was born in Aurora, Colo., on April 15, 1994, to David Trow and Tracy Rogers Trow. She and her husband traveled throughout the United States and the world (highlighted by a road trip to Alaska after they had retired). 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