He is also survived by two nephews and two nieces. Geiger receives awards for photos at Colorado Press Association convention. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) McKitrick. He loved riding horses and fishing. more, Harry A. Fluck was born in Marion, Ill., on Jan. 19, 1940, and was the second of seven children born to Alfred Mutt Fluck and Ida Broeking Fluck. more, Patrick Rowan Rios passed away on December 1, 2021. She participated in the Order of Rainbow for girls and the Cattlewomens Association. 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. She was adopted by Fred and Carolyn Morse and loved dearly by them and her two brothers David and Jon Morse. more, Jimmy Preston Pierce, 84, of Creede, Colo., passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022. They operated the business for 2 years and eventually sold it after they realized they werent restauranteurs. He was born on Aug. 23, 1931, in Alamosa, Colo., to Elmer Reinhardt and Mabel (Goff) Reinhardt. more, Phyllis Roberta (League) Brown passed away peacefully, surrounded in heart and spirit by her beloved family in Alamosa on June 1, 2022, the day before her 91st birthday. Fran grew up in Arkansas and Texas, and moved with her family to the Center, Colo., around 1963. She was the oldest of six children to Howard and Dorothy Hart of Monte Vista, Colorado. Yet, for those who have experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee, Bill grew up in Monte Vista, and married his high school sweetheart, Margaret Sweet. more, Linda Jane Taylor, 80-year-old resident of Buffalo, Wyo., and previously of Del Norte went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Jan. 20, 2022. more, Del Norte resident William Will John Henninger, 80, died Jan. 27, 2022, at his home in Del Norte, surrounded by family and under hospice care. more, Carlyn L. Clark, 84, of Del Norte, Colo., passed away on Jan. 8, 2022, in La Jara, Colo. more, James Jim Montgomery Phillips, of Creede, and Fort Worth, Texas, passed away Jan. 16, 2022, after a long struggle with Alzheimers disease. more, Michael (Mike) Crawford Gates, of Fort Collins, died peacefully at Poudre Valley Hospital of complications of COVID-19. State fire officials said Wednesday evening that people in Monte Vista likely will continue to see smoke from the fire because heavy material still was smoldering. While president of CRT he shepherded the theatre through its 1995 renovation, bringing the project in on time and on budget. Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Our mission is to provide families with She was born and raised in Del Norte on the family ranch on Pinos Creek Road. Wallace, 77 of Monte Vista, Colo., passed away in May 2021 at his home after a lengthy battle with Inclusion Body Myositis. more, Longtime Monte Vista and Del Norte resident Wilamae Arlene Dutton, 90, died Sept. 22, 2021, at the River Valley Inn in Del Norte, Colo. more, George Eugene (Gene) Morgan, 96, passed away on Sept. 18, 2021, at Homelake Veterans Center in Monte Vista, Colo. WebMONTE VISTA Keynote speaker Jimmy Emmons shared his soil expertise during the second day of the 41st Annual Southern Rocky Mountain Agricultural Conference and Trade Show at the Outcalt Event and Conference at SLV Ski Hi Complex in Monte Vista on Feb. 8. 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. He was born in 1947 in Lobatos, Colo., to Juan Lujan and Eurcinia Lujan. A fast-moving fire burned homes in Monte Vista, Colorado, on April 20, 2022. After a life full of adventure and hard work, he passed away on July 21, 2021. 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. 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. Born Aug. 11, 1941, to Leslie and Birdean Leggett Hinshaw, he graduated from Denvers North High School in 1959 and Colorado State University in 1963. more, Monte Vista native and longtime resident Robert Lauren Bryning, 78, passed away on November 16, 2021. Mike passed away Aug. 18, 2022, in Westminster, Colo. Damian was born in Aurora, Colo., on April 15, 1994, to David Trow and Tracy Rogers Trow. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) McKitrick. 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. Arrangements in care of Strohmayer's Funeral Home. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Norma was born January 8, 1928 to Louis & Alta Hanna. more, Gregory Allen Aden, a longtime resident of Houston, New Braunfels and Lake McQueeney, passed away Friday, May 13, at the age of 80. He was born on Aug. 21, 1946, in Nampa, Idaho, to Lauren Phillip and Loretta Marie (Finneran) Roberts. more, Randi Kay Scherer passed peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, in her bed at the Scherers cabin home in the Big Horn Mountains outside of Buffalo, Wyo., at the age of 70. 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. more, Charlotte L. Fuchs, 80, of Del Norte, Colorado went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 2, 2022. He was born on July 23, 1948, in Steyr, Austria, to Clayton Wirt Mackey, Jr. and Erika Steffe Mackey. more, Nelson Wayne Mickelsen entered this earthly life on Oct. 10, 1938, in Alamosa, Colo. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) Angel will always be remembered for in Civil Engineering. Island attire encouraged! He was born on Aug. 23, 1931, in Alamosa, Colo., to Elmer Reinhardt and Mabel (Goff) Reinhardt. more, Carl Richard Ivey passed away May 28, 2022, in Dallas, Texas. She and her sister, Delores (League) Campbell spent their childhood living and working together on the family farm in western Nebraska, finding joy together in the lean years of the Great Depression. more, Daryl Lee Vanderpool, 76, a longtime resident of Monte Vista, Colo., known for his friendly personality, playful sense of humor and the gift of gab, died May 26, 2022, in Pueblo, Colo., after a lengthy battle with COPD. more, James Larry Mitchell, 79, of South Fork, Colo., passed away on June 3rd, 2022, with his loving wife by his side. more, Gregory Allen Aden, a longtime resident of Houston, New Braunfels and Lake McQueeney, passed away Friday, May 13, at the age of 80. more, Monte Vista resident Beverly J. Vitale, 83, died peacefully on May 4, 2022, at the Monte Vista Estates Nursing Home in Monte Vista. He enjoyed helping his father with the construction company, using his culinary skills he learned while attending Culinary School in Florida, at the family restaurant MJS and spending time outdoors hunting, fishing and rafting. Evelyn was understated, gentle, kind, and caring from the beginning to the end. 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, 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, A Celebration of Life for Madeline LaVene Otts will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Aug. 6, 2022, at the United Methodist Church, 215 Washington St., Monte Vista. 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. Sean had a great love of animals and had a special place in his heart for dogs. It's unclear if it's an original post from the late 1800s or a replica. Kathy went to her forever home with Jesus on Dec. 14 of 2022; her loving children, Angela and Jason Boylen by her side. more, Jean Ann Consaul (Meyer), age 39, of Center, Colo., passed away Friday, Dec. 23, 2022. more, Passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 30, 2022. 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. 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. Tagged: fire , Monte Vista , wildfire Olivia Prentzel Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. If you don't see the Norma is survived by husband Robert (Bob) Myers, and children Myrna Patterson, of Albuquerque, NM, Shary (Dave) Furukawa of Alamosa, CO, Myron (Jennifer) Myers of Monte Vista, CO, Ric (Diane) Myers of Monte Vista, CO and Dale (Janice) Myers of Monte Vista, CO. Grandchildren: Jennifer Patterson, Alicia (Bryan) Vigil, Becky (Nick) Baca, Tiffany (Dan) Carson, Curt (Annie) Furukawa, Courtney Furukawa, JD (Audra) Myers, Denton (Jessie) Myers, Craig (Stephanie) Myers, Kelli (Michael) Jennings, Scott (Erin Rose) Myers, Twenty Great-Grandchildren and Three Great-great-Grandchildren. As the weather gets warmer, thousands of sandhill cranes migrate through the area, forming a one-of-a-kind spectacle for any tourists in the area. Don was born in Del Norte, Colo., on April 11, 1937, and was the son of Thomas (T.A.) WebMONTE VISTA Monte Vista Resident, Jeromy (Jerome) Vargus 43 passed away October 21, 2019. 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. 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. 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 Topeka, Kan., to Smith and Opal (Lyon) Martin. more, Queen Cassiopeia is the wife of Cepheus. Bob is remembered for his homemade projects. Monte Vista resident Carolyn Lou Kimball, (L.B.) Norma married Robert (Bob) Myers on May 14, 1949 in Santa Fe, NM. 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 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. Longtime Monte Vista resident Melissa Renee Chacon, 46, passed away on November 12, 2021. She is survived by three children; Mike (Glena) Mitchell of Monte Vista, Shirley (Darrel) VanIwarden of Canon City, and Sandra Aragon (Rod Talmadge) of Castle Rock and eleven grandchildren; Melissa (Mark) Matson, Clay (Gina) Mitchell, Tyler (Melissa) Mitchell, Jamie (Kyle) Glenn, Brian (Jennifer) VanIwarden, Jeff (Johnna) VanIwarden, Jennifer Mallonee, Katie Smith, Ashley Aragon, Ryan (Virginia) Aragon, Alicia (De'Shone Shuler) Aragon; great grandchildren Laney, Luke, Leyton Matson; Parker, Kenley Mitchell; Madeline, Sophia Mitchell; Haddie Glenn; Lorelei, Lincoln, Logan VanIwarden; Jake, Jenner VanIwarden; Ziaire Aragon-Shuler; Poem Aragon; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements in care of Strohmayer's Funeral Home. He was born on Dec. 17, 1935 in Tampa, Fla., to Franklin Oak Bassett and Alliene Tuggle Bassett. more, Robert Forrest Crow, Communications Pioneer in San Luis Valley, Colorado was born February 20, 1934 in Del Norte, Colorado and passed away February 28, 2021 at the age of 87 in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. more, Chester Van Kimberling, 80, of Monte Vista, Colorado passed away on March 10, 2021 at the Rio Grande Hospital in Del Norte, Colorado. 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. They were married later that year on October 22, 1951. 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. Born in Pomona, Calif., the son of Frank and Marguerite (ne Palmer) Kraft. more, Longtime Monte Vista resident Doroteo C. Martinez, 74, passed away from dementia on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at the San Luis Valley Health in Alamosa, Colo., with his loving wife by his side. She is survived by her parents, Crystal Lopez and Antonio Atencio; her brothers Landon and Elijah Mahar; and her sister Kamarri Atencio; her grandparents Willard and Melinda Sala, and grandparents Alfonso McClain IV and Rosanna Atencio; Great-grandparents Art and Lorraine Atencio. 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. Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at Pioneer United Church in Del Norte with the Rev. MOHAWK - R. Dale Bingham, age 69, of Mohawk, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the Johnson City Medical Center. The Oklahoma Row tower, one of the last remaining hotel structures at the historic resort town of Monte Ne, stood for over 100 years -- until Tuesday. 1900 S. Norfolk St., Suite 350, San Mateo, CA 94403 She was born in West Virginia on Jan. 23, 1955, to Jack and Billie Jean (Carter) Shrewsbury. more, Longtime San Luis Valley resident Mary Lou Millsap, 89, died Sept. 7, 2022, at the Evergreen Nursing Home in Alamosa. more, Longtime Monte Vista resident JoAnne Grace Medina passed away on Aug. 30, 2022, at UC Health Hospital in Colorado Springs surrounded by loved ones. She was born in West Virginia on Jan. 23, 1955, to Jack and Billie Jean (Carter) Shrewsbury. more, Mary Elizabeth (Hearn) Churchman passed from this life on Aug. 25, 2022, at UT Southwest in Dallas. A private family graveside will be held Monday, Sept. 12, at 11 a.m. and a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Sonora. more, Longtime Monte Vista resident JoAnne Grace Medina passed away on Aug. 30, 2022, at UC Health Hospital in Colorado Springs surrounded by loved ones. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. WebMonte Vista resident Carolyn Lou Kimball, 93, passed away on Jan. 6, 2023. Add Photos. Zachary Emery Jones, 33, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2019 in Creede, Colorado. WebSean Patrick Weeks passed away on August 24, 2019 at his home in Monte Vista, CO. 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. Her strong faith guided all aspects of her life. Dr. Brown was born on Aug. 17, 1924, in the small town of Stratton, Neb., to Dr. Lionel B. 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. She was the oldest of five children. Ida was a proud, supportive and loving mother. more, Life-long Valley resident, Robert William Bob Myers, died March 14, 2020. 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. Proudly created with. While making his homein the San Luis Valley for 40 years, he would always refer to himself as just an Arizona boy.. There she was introduced to her co-worker's brother, Marvin Mitchell. Obbie was a farmer and rancher all his life. Sharon Ellen Coleman, age 77, died at Pine Grove Crossing in Parker, CO on January 17, 2021. WebMonte Vista obituaries include personal information on the character of the deceased and the accomplishments to his/her name. His greatest happiness in life were his family in friends who will miss him greatly. 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. She and her husband traveled throughout the United States and the world (highlighted by a road trip to Alaska after they had retired). 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. Obituaries High Schools Colleges Newspapers Funeral Homes Local obituaries for Monte Vista, Colorado 39 Results Friday, February 10, 2023 Add Photos 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. 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. 2023 by Funeral Home. (Alamosa Citizen) Chris Lopez of The Alamosa Citizen contributed to this report. 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. He was raised in the San Luis Valley of Colo. Obbie was a farmer and rancher all his life. Evelyn was surrounded by her loving family, as well as her dear, irrigation-ditch-loving, dog Inka. Arrangements in care of Strohmayers Funeral Home. After graduating from high school she moved to Denver to peruse a career with Mountain Bell. Mikes generosity of spirit, keen sense of humor and quiet strength were an inspiration to all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents; His brother, Phllip Joseph Weeks II; Sister Victoria Lynn Weeks; and nephew Toby Martine Baca. 6 Whitney (14-2-5) at No. 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. 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. The son of Sam and Garnet Birdsey, Rocky was a third generation Creedite born in Del Norte, Colo., on Nov. 19, 1945. Wallace, 77 of Monte Vista, Colo., passed away in May 2021 at his home after a lengthy battle with Inclusion Body Myositis. more, Mary Virginia Sessums, 87 of Thornton, Colo., passed away Aug. 30, 2021. 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. He was born on Dec. 17, 1935 in Tampa, Fla., to Franklin Oak Bassett and Alliene Tuggle Bassett. She enjoyed the Broncos and the Avs, spending time with her family and was a very If you were involved in our mom's life, we appreciate it! He and his twin brother were born in Kilgore, Texas on April 6, 1940 to Chester and Rosabella Kirch Kimberling. more, Berdena Elaine Clark was born on October 16, 1928 in Grinnell, Iowa to Edward and Minnie Lincoln. more, LOWRY A quiet and unassuming man with countless talents and abilities, who only recently moved to South Dakota, left this life March 1 and will be sorely missed and cherished always by his loving wife and four children. more, Beloved Son, Father, Brother, Spouse, Uncle, and friend, Ryan Mark Stuebs, Nibbs," age 44, died by his own hand tragically, early the morning of March 1, 2021. more, San Luis Valley resident Rebecca Kay Aultman, 66, died March 6, 2021 at the Conejos County Hospital in La Jara. more, Lifelong San Luis Valley resident Donna Marie Stoeber, 86, died Feb. 15, 2021, at the River Valley Inn Nursing Home in Del Norte. more. He was born in Dodge City, Kan., on Feb. 18, 1951, to Lacy and Viola Wedel. He attended the University of Southern California and Arizona State University and was a Sigma Nu fraternity brother. She was the daughter of Anita E. and Jose Benigno Gonzales of Los Valdeses, Colo. more, Lee Eugene Wilkinson, 94, passed on June 4, 2021, in Vernon, Texas. more, Rose Mary (Lepp) Wolcott was born in Bismarck, N.D., to Arthur and Anna M. Lepp during the Great Depression with an older sister, Ann, ready to welcome her. She was born on March 31, 1942 to Joe and Fern (Richardson) McMillan in Twin Falls, Idaho. WebObituary Send Condolences Upgrade Memory Book Sign Memory Book Record An Audio Memory Light A Candle Sympathy Flowers Isabelle was born on March 14, 1929 and WebMonte Vista resident Carolyn Lou Kimball, 93, passed away on Jan. 6, 2023. 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. 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) He loved riding horses and fishing. more, Patrick Rowan Rios passed away on December 1, 2021. Ron was preceded in death by his parents and brother and sister. For the next 65 years she prepared many nutritious (always at least three vegetables from her garden) means, sewed, mended, and quilted many items for others. Rebecca was born on June 17th,1949 in Ponca City, OK to Howard and Mavis Cavett. 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. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Marvin, brothers Russel (Virginia) Hellmund, Robert (Carol) Hellmund, Ray Hellmund, and sisters Dorothy and Gladys Hellmund, and daughter Patricia (Tom) Mullen. Liliith Hope Atencio, precious baby girl of Crystal Lopez and Antonio Atencio passed away on August 24, 2019 at San Luis Valley Health. Austin was born Jan. 27, 1948, in Arroyo Seco, N.M., the oldest sone of Juan I and Manuelita (Sanchez) Romero. 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, 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, 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, With great sadness, the "families" of Damian Sean Trow announce his passing from this life on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021. MOHAWK - R. Dale Bingham, age 69, of Mohawk, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Would you like to offer Arthur Frank Medinas loved ones a condolence message? WebDennis L. Sawyer Obituary Remember Dennis L. Sawyer July 12, 1952 - January 23, 2013 Monte Vista, Colorado Set a Reminder for the Anniversary of Dennis' Passing Forward to Family & Friends Share a Memory Print Contact Support Upgrade Death Certificates Obituary Send Condolences Upgrade Memory Book Sign Memory Book Record An 2023 News Media Corporation. more, Phillip Eugene Leggitt passed away on Feb. 15, 2022, at Memorial Central Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo. Mike passed away Aug. 18, 2022, in Westminster, Colo. He was the first born of Nelson Cornum Mickelsen and Thelma (Jepperson) Mickelsen. Created by a team of award-winning web developers and designers lead by a funeral professional with over 25 years of experience, the Book of Memories is intended to provide your family with a permanent place to pay tribute to your loved one. It is a blessing that he no longer is suffering from the symptoms of Parkinsons. 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. 2023 News Media Corporation. Sean had a Longtime Monte Vista resident Gary C. Mason, 71, died November 30, 2018 at his home in Monte Vista, surrounded by his family and under hospice care. He was a very outgoing person and loved family, friends and most importantly his three beautiful children. Phyllis was born on a farm outside the small town of Stratton, Neb., on June 2, 1931, to Ernest and Ellen (Hawkinson) League. A memorial service will be held at New Hope Church in South Fork on Saturday July 20, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. He was born on Feb. 14, 1946, in Del Norte, Colo. more, George Rudy Herrera was born on Nov. 17, 1950, in Monte Vista, Colo. more, Kenneth Keith Landis Jr. of Denver, Colo., died at the age of 73 on Oct. 1, 2022. 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. Proudly created with Wix.com. We are proud to have Emily Brown continue to represent District 5 on RMFUs Board. Dr. Brownrigg was born on Nov. 15, 1935, in Kansas City, Kan., to John and Emma (Jacobson) Brownrigg. | Disclaimer | Sitemap Lorraine (Rieke) was born in Burlington, Iowa, on July 30, 1923, to Anna and Art Rieke, owners of Rieke Hatchery. LeeAnn Johnston. 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. WebRogers Family Mortuary in Monte Vista 404 Morris St, Monte Vista, CO 81144, United States Rogers Family Mortuary in Alamosa 205 State Avenue Alamosa, CO 81101 At Park View Hospital in Colorado Springs Colorado Jerome was He was born in Walsenburg, Colo., on Nov. 28, 1926, to Ralph and Laura (Stuckey) Pospahala. 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, We are sad to announce the death of Harriet Ann Wright, 94, of Monte Vista, Colo., on Nov. 25, 2022. She was born in Guadalupita, N.M.,June 26, 1935, to Presciliano and Elisa Bernal. more, Lifelong Del Norte resident Marvin Gates, 66, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2021. Born in Childress, Texas, Don eventually made his way to Del Norte, Colo., in 1979 with the love of his life, Sally, by his side. 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. Lorraine (Rieke) was born in Burlington, Iowa, on July 30, 1923, to Anna and Art Rieke, owners of Rieke Hatchery. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee, Arrangements in care of Strohmayers Funeral Home. Service will be at the River of Life Church on Saturday August 3rd, at 10:00am located at 2602 Clark Street in Alamosa Colorado, Mike Rierson, 60, of Center, passed away July 18, 2019. And Mavis Cavett was the son of Thomas ( T.A. Pierce, 84 of! 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