He graduated from West Point in 1971 with a B.S. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Rio Grande Hospital or The Legacy at Monte Vista. The Colorado Death Records Search links below open in a new window and take you to third party websites that provide access to CO public records. Proudly created with Wix.com. 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. Michael was born on Aug.1, 1983. Feb. 16, 2022 Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 12:30 p.m. A pair of antique horse head hitching posts outside a home in the Monte Vista Historic District. 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. She was born in Del Norte on July 1,1937, her daddys little firecracker. more, Billie Walker, 96, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2021, at Montage Creek Senior Living in Montrose, Colo. more, Lifetime Center resident Billy Balls J. Marques, 64, died April 4, 2021 at the River Valley Inn nursing home in Del Norte. more, Having lived a full and prosperous life, Gerald Karl Haynie departed this life on April 1, 2021, in Lehi, Utah. Zachary Emery Jones, 33, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2019 in Creede, Colorado. He was born on Dec. 23, 1937, in Borger, Texas, to Leon Preston Pierce and Mary Wright. more, On Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, our ray of sunshine, Cathryn Ann Mallow stepped through heaven's gates at the age of 54. He grew up in a full household and did chores to help feed and care for the family. After graduating from high school she moved to Denver to peruse a career with Mountain Bell. Bob was a scout leader and hiked the Continental Divide several times as well, working at higher levels in the scouting communities. Private funeral arrangements provided by Strohmayers Funeral Home, Monte Vista. She participated in the Order of Rainbow for girls and the Cattlewomens Association. 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. 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) Longtime Monte Vista resident Melissa Renee Chacon, 46, passed away on November 12, 2021. Colorado, Select County Death Records, 1986-2017 at Ancestry/requires payment; most are from Denver, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties, coverage varies by county, not all counties are included, has 169,000 entries, a small number of the entries include images of the death certificates. 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 He was the third of seven children. Born on March 10, 1955, in Del Norte, Colo., the son of Martin Gates and Lucille Hines Gates. more, Phyllis Emily Martinez Lenzini, 90, Monte Vista, passed away July 5, 2021 at Conejos County Hospital in La Jara, Colo. 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, Thomas S. Magness, 89, Monte Vista, Colo., passed away at home June 22, 2021. At the age of one, the family moved to Walden, Colorado and lived there for 15 years. She was the third or middle daughter out of five girls. more, Robert Virgil Clark,73 (Robbie to everyone who knew him) went to join his little dog, Clara, in heaven on July 24, 2022, in Yuma, Ariz. Robbie was born on Nov. 10, 1948, to Delmar V and L Ruth Clark. more, He was known as John by friends, coworkers and loved ones. Cherished husband of Sarah for 31 years, adored father of Zoe (Tim Carden) and Sgt Ross Rierson USMC, he is also survived by his much loved brother, Bob (Peg) Rierson, darling niece Betsy (Chase) Granberry, amazing nephew Rob Rierson, favorite cousins Chris (Patti) Ising and Kristel (Jay) Payne, and precious grandnephews Teddy and Cameron. Evelyn was surrounded by her loving family, as well as her dear, irrigation-ditch-loving, dog Inka. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. She later married Robert Shown. more, Richard Ernest Rick Black, born in Del Norte, Colo., on Feb. 9, 1947, passed away on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, in Loveland, Colo., at the age of 74, due to complications from COVID-19. 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. Together, Don and Sally opened the Tin Cup restaurant. 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. A favorite seasonal visitor is back in Colorado and with it, a festival in its honor. 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. Besides farming, Mike enjoyed traveling, especially home to Phoenix, and as often as possible to Kauai and Las Vegas. 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. 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. 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, Michael Joseph Fuchs, the fourth son of Hugh and Margaret Fuchs, passed away Jan. 30, 2021, at Rio Grande Hospital. more, Dorothy Ann Cochran, 87, formerly of Monte Vista, Colo., passed away on Feb. 3, 2021, in Colorado Springs of natural causes after a three-year degenerative illness. more. The youngest of six children of Jacob and Martha (Kota) Hellmund, she was born in Phoenix, Arizona on November 1, 1929. She was the oldest of six children to Howard and Dorothy Hart of Monte Vista, Colorado. Mary Ann Mitchell passed away June 23, 2019 in her apartment at The Legacy of Monte Vista. He was born on Dec. 23, 1937, in Borger, Texas, to Leon Preston Pierce and Mary Wright. more, Longtime San Luis Valley resident Mary Lou Millsap, 89, died Sept. 7, 2022, at the Evergreen Nursing Home in Alamosa. more, Long-time Center resident Vickie Lynn Myers, 67, passed away on Sept. 10, 2022. She was a wonderful person who touched many lives. 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. Becky was preceded in death by her parents He graduated from Center High School in 1972. more, Georgia Phyllis Rea, age 94, of Colorado Springs, Colo., passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Nov. 26, 2022, in Colorado Springs, Colo. more, Wayne Lee Wedel, 71, passed away at his home in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Nov. 22, 2022. He was 80. 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. Bobby Lee Mahannah, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family at the Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake in Monte Vista, Colo., on Dec. 29, 2022. Online Colorado He was born in Donald received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in the latter days of his life. A life-long resident of the San Luis Valley, Darrel recently relocated to Caddo Mills, Texas to be with family. All Rights Reserved. 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. 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. 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. Ron was preceded in death by his parents and brother and sister. Obituary. We are proud to have Emily Brown continue to represent District 5 on RMFUs Board. While making his homein the San Luis Valley for 40 years, he would always refer to himself as just an Arizona boy.. 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. Phil moved to Creede in 1950 with his family and attended Creede schools and graduated from Creede High School in 1961. more, Rocky Arlen Birdsey, 76, passed away peacefully at home in Cordes Lakes, Ariz., on Feb. 27, 2022. If so inclined, donations to the United Methodist Church of Monte Vista or the Center Kiwanis Club would be greatly appreciated. more, Charlotte L. Fuchs, 80, of Del Norte, Colorado went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 2, 2022. 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. 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. She was the daughter of Anita E. and Jose Benigno Gonzales of Los Valdeses, Colo. more, Monte Vista resident Eleanor Marie Martinez, 90, passed away peacefully at her home under Hospice Care on June 15, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. He was born on March 19, 1957, in Monte Vista, Colo., to Preston and Irma (Cox) Aldridge. more, Center resident Debbie Garcia, 62, passed away on Nov. 25, 2021. Angel will always be remembered for She was born on Nov. 20, 1955, in San Francisco, Calif., to Albert and Juanita (Marquez) LeBlanc. more, On Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, our ray of sunshine, Cathryn Ann Mallow stepped through heaven's gates at the age of 54. 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. Geiger receives awards for photos at Colorado Press Association convention. He was born on September 27, 1985 to Mark and Monica Jones of Creede, Colorado. She will be Forever Loved and Greatly missed by all who knew her. Bob was preceded in death by his 2 sons Robbie and Gene and his wife Ruth. He enjoyed music, drawing and Hiking. She was born Aug. 7, 1919, to Christian Carl Staley and Maria Elsworth. He had a happy childhood and grew up with a large extended family unit. 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. A rosary was held on Tuesday, February 14th 2023 at 7:00 PM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church (425 Batterson St, Monte Vista, CO 81144). 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 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. Contributions can be made to the Sargent Educational Foundations or an organization of your choice. 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, James Larry Mitchell, 79, of South Fork, Colo., passed away on June 3rd, 2022, with his loving wife by his side. 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, Monte Vista resident Beverly J. Vitale, 83, died peacefully on May 4, 2022, at the Monte Vista Estates Nursing Home in Monte Vista. 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. He was born in Monte Vista, Colo., on July 17, 1956, to Donald Donnie Goad and Ruth Kell Goad. Would you like to offer Arthur Frank Medinas loved ones a condolence message? Together, Don and Sally opened the Tin Cup restaurant. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) McKitrick. In Moriarty, he met his wife of 51 years, Judy. more, Darrel Eugene Asay, 92, passed away in his sleep on July 14, 2021. She was born Aug. 7, 1919, to Christian Carl Staley and Maria Elsworth. He married his Antonito, Colo., sweetheart Lena Lujan, 50 years ago in Las Vegas, Nev. more, Clayton Wirt "Kelly" Mackey III, 73, went to his eternal home on Saturday, July 24, 2021. He was born on Oct. 1, 1930, in Stonington, Colo., to Theodore Arthur and Amber (Herford) Dickey. The sixth-born of eight children to Orville Chapman and Helen Myers Chapman, he was raised in South Fork and graduated from Del Norte High School in 1970, following which he earned his Associates Degree in Mechanics from Trinidad State Junior College in 1972. more, Last fall the San Luis Valley chapter of Rocky Mountain Farmers Union (RMFU) elected officers, and they have come out of the gate in 2022 excited to get back together. 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. Proudly created with Wix.com. Proudly created with. He was born on June 27, 1964 in Alamosa, Colorado, to Daniel A. and Gloria Valadez Rios of Monte Vista, Colorado. more, With great sadness, the "families" of Damian Sean Trow announce his passing from this life on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021. She later married Robert Shown. more, Richard Ernest Rick Black, born in Del Norte, Colo., on Feb. 9, 1947, passed away on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, in Loveland, Colo., at the age of 74, due to complications from COVID-19. In 1957, they again moved to South Fork and later Del Norte. He was born to Alice Brown and Tony Shaw in may of 1938. In 1957, they again moved to South Fork and later Del Norte. 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. Arrangements in care of Strohmayers Funeral Home. 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. They operated the business for 2 years and eventually sold it after they realized they werent restauranteurs. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, February 15th 2023 at 10:00 AM at the same location. He was born in 1947 in Lobatos, Colo., to Juan Lujan and Eurcinia Lujan. more, Edna Lyma Miles (Cossitt), long time Creede resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on April 5, 2022, in the River Valley Inn nursing home in Del Norte, Colo. She was 101 years young. more, Dr. Richard L. Brownrigg passed away on April 14, 2022, after a short illness. 2023 by Funeral Home. He was born in Topeka, Kan., to Smith and Opal (Lyon) Martin. more, Queen Cassiopeia is the wife of Cepheus. There she was introduced to her co-worker's brother, Marvin Mitchell. Lorraine (Rieke) was born in Burlington, Iowa, on July 30, 1923, to Anna and Art Rieke, owners of Rieke Hatchery. Mike also served as past president and was an active board member of the San Luis Valley Rural Electric Co-op for 20 years. He was 80. more, Wilma Faye Schaffer, 74, was born on Nov. 26, 1946, to George and Ruth Skinner. She was born Feb. 8, 1951, in Alamosa, Colo., to Melvin and Goldie Peterson. more, Cheryl Candace (Pacheco) Garcia, 38, born Sept. 15, 1983 in Alamosa, Colo., died March 11, 2022 in Colorado Springs. 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. 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. 2023 News Media Corporation. 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. 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. Webkiowa county, oklahoma obituaries 27 Feb. kiowa county, oklahoma obituaries. Mike was a proud member of the United Methodist Church in Monte Vista. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) Arrangements in care of Strohmayers Funeral Home. 4 were here. 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. Brown and Nina (Hostetter) Brown. more, Donald Lee Howard was born in Fort Collins, Colo., on Aug. 11, 1960, to John Howard and Sandra Strickland Howard. 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. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Harrisville, W. Va., to Chester William and Alberta Marion (Lambert) McKitrick. Tagged: fire , Monte Vista , wildfire Olivia Prentzel 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) 852-3400 | Fax: (719) 852-5748 Rogers Family Mortuary in Manassa 205 North Third Street Manassa, CO 81141 Phone: (719) 843-5514 | Fax: (719) 589-4381 He was raised in the San Luis Valley of Colo. If you don't see the Ron was preceded in death by his parents and brother and sister. Bobby Lee Mahannah, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family at the Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake in Monte Vista, Colo., on Dec. 29, 2022. She is preceded by hergreat grandparents. Born June 9, 1943 in Monte Vista, CO, Sharon lived in Center, Alamosa and Aurora Colorado and worked at Adams State College, for the State of Colorado, for the National Cattlemens Beef Association and Cattle Fax until retirement. Wilma lived in several other states, before her parents decided to make Saguache, Colo., their forever home. 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. Angel was born in Denver Colorado on April 16, 1998, to Angelica Salazar and Felipe Navarez. more, David Samuel Sam Nickerson, 94, a 30-year resident of South Fork, Colo., passed away Aug. 21, 2021, in Manchaca, Texas. more, Longtime Monte Vista resident Ken G. Bunky Arnett, 81, died July 17, 2021, at the San Luis Care Center in Alamosa. more, Alamosa resident Janet Skippy Lee Morrison, 74, died Aug. 8, 2021, of natural causes at the Pikes Peak Hospice at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs surrounded by her loving family. more, Longtime Monte Vista resident Jose "Lupe" Guadalupe Luna Sr., passed away Aug. 4, 2021. She transitioned peacefully in the love of God, at home on her beloved family ranch on Saturday, July 16, 2022. Lorraine (Rieke) was born in Burlington, Iowa, on July 30, 1923, to Anna and Art Rieke, owners of Rieke Hatchery. 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. His wife, children, family and friends were the most important thing in his life. 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, Longtime Valley resident Orville (Jay) Roberts, 76, passed away on Jan. 11, 2023. 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. Veterans Pension Benefits (Aid & Attendance). 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. Melissa graduated from Monte Vista High School. Fran grew up in Arkansas and Texas, and moved with her family to the Center, Colo., around 1963. 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. in Civil Engineering. Jerry was born on June 15, 1929 in Manassa, Colo., to Harran Hall and Mary Manning Haynie. Latter days of his life home, Monte Vista resident Jose `` Lupe '' Guadalupe Luna Sr. passed. 'S the Leonid Meteor Shower that runs from Nov. 6-30 and peaks on 18th... 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