Gladys Leona Thayer
May 2, 2025
Gladys Leona Thayer passed away in Del Norte, Colorado on May 2, 2025, leaving us with heavy hearts. She was born February 27, 1929, in a tarpaper shack in northeastern Colorado, the first child of Bill and Letha Adams. In 1934, the family migrated to a ranch in the Blanco Basin near Pagosa Springs Colorado. Leona later...
Vence Margarito Trujillo
Apr 5, 2025
Vence Margarito Trujillo, born July 5th, 1987, in Alamosa CO, passed away at his home in Monte Vista CO on April 5, 2025.
While born in the San Luis Valley, Vence didn't stay here his whole life. Vence graduated from Valley High School in Albuquerque and after several years came back to Monte Vista to live with...
Jeffrey Michael Carpenter
Mar 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Jeffrey Carpenter
October 26, 1983 – March 27, 2025
Jeffrey Carpenter left this world to seek adventures in the next on March 27, 2025. He was a simple kind of man, so we'll keep this simple too—just like he would have wanted.
He leaves behind people who will miss...
Robert Dale Sprague
Mar 7, 2025
Robert Dale Sprague, 89, of Monte Vista, Co passed away on March 7th, 2025. He was born on August 16, 1935, in Denver, Colorado to Charles Robert Sprague and Mary Madeline Muehlbaur.
He is survived by his loving wife Shirley Ann Sprague of Arvada, Colorado; His daughter Diana Lynn (Nick) Hartney of Thornton, Colorado; sons Dale Dean...
Bobby Cooley
Feb 3, 2025
Bobby Ray Cooley, 73 passed away February 3, 2025, at his home in Mosca Colorado. Bobby was born on September 7, 1951. He was the second child to Bill and Alice Cooley. Bobby attended Sangre De Cristo School where he met his wife, Rita Cooley. Bobby and Rita married on March 28th, 1969, in Mosca, Colorado, where they continued...
Marie S. Valdez
Jan 26, 2025
Marie S. Valdez (93) passed away peacefully on January 26th, 2025, at San Luis Care Center in Alamosa, Colorado. Marie was born Feb. 7th, 1931, in Salida, Colorado to Philip and Patricia Valdez. Marie, a (tom-boy) at heart, she always loved spending time outdoors with her (daddy) and brothers, whether it was riding horses, herding sheep, or just going...
Rev. David C. Keiry
Dec 9, 2024
Rev. David C. Keiry (June 15, 1932 -December 09, 2024)
David C. Keiry, 92, of Monte Vista, Colorado passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord he served. He was born at home in Monte Vista in 1932 to Oliver and Ruth Keiry. David was well loved by family and community.
David was the youngest...
Eugene Leblanc
Oct 25, 2024
Eugene LeBlanc of Center, Colorado, passed away on October 25, 2024, at the age of 61. He was born on June 28, 1963, to Mary LeBlanc in Monte Vista, Colorado. Geno was a beloved son, husband, a loving father figure, and role model to his family.
He is survived by his loving wife Marcella Garcia-LeBlanc,...
Dana Dawn Lawson
Oct 3, 2024
Dana Lawson, age 47, of Creede, Colorado, passed away on October 3, 2024. She was born on August 27, 1977, to parents Carl David Lawson and Benita Louise Cain.
Dana had a passion for cross stitching, puzzles, and learning new things such as sewing. She loved spending time outdoors, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Dana cherished...
Travis Lee Lester
Oct 3, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of Travis Lester, who was born on December 25, 1956, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, to Freeman and Joyce Lester. Travis passed away on October 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Travis attended Del Norte High School and graduated in 1974. He went on to have a successful...
Felix "Flex" Garcia
Jun 19, 2024
Felix Garcia, lovingly known as Flex, passed away on June 19, 2024, at the age of 37. He was born on July 27, 1986, in Hereford, Texas, and most recently resided in Monte Vista, CO.
Felix had a deep passion for the outdoors, particularly camping and spending time at the lake. He cherished these moments as they...
William Lonnie Kuhlke
Jun 17, 2024
William L. Kuhlke
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, teacher and mentor to many, William L Kuhlke, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on June 17, 2024, in Alamosa, Colorado. He is survived by his wife Betty Jean Myers, his children, and grandchildren.
Nicolas “Nico” Salgado
Jun 16, 2024
The angels in heaven are rejoicing; another one of God's children has come home. Nicolas (Nico) Salgado of Center, Colorado went home peacefully to heaven on June 16, 2024. He was born on May 11, 1944, in Santa Maria Del Oro, Durango Mexico to Jorge and Margarita Marungo.
Nico was known for his most good and thoughtful...
Margaret Elsa Garcia
Jun 5, 2024
Margaret E. Garcia, age 77, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Margaret was born in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico to Casimira Baca and Joe D. (Nicho) Cordova. Margaret married Santiago (Jimmy) Garcia in the summer of 1965 and together they had three beautiful children. She was an amazing mother,...
Clara Louise Gutierrez
May 12, 2024
In great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Clara Louise Gutierrez. Clara was born January 30, 1931, and gained her angel wings on May 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her side.
Clara was a very loving and caring person with an awesome smile and a very warm heart. She cared for...
Joshua Espinosa
Apr 17, 2024
In Loving Memory of Joshua Espinosa
June 11, 1979 - April 17, 2024
With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Joshua Espinosa, a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, soldier, and friend, who passed away on April 17, 2024, in Colorado Springs, leaving behind a legacy of courage, passion, and unwavering determination.
Joshua's journey was one marked by remarkable achievements and boundless determination....
James Lee Wedel
Apr 3, 2024
James Lee Wedel, 55, of Creede, Colorado passed away with family by his side, April 3, 2024. He was born May 23, 1968, in Greensburg, Kansas to Sherla Leann and Larry James Wedel. He was preceded in death by his mom, Sherla Leann Todd, and dad, Phil Fark. Surviving family - wife Denise of Creede, Colorado, daughter Heather Wedel...
Edith Jacqueline Wilson
Mar 9, 2024
Edith Jacqueline Wilson (Larsen) of Del Norte, CO passed away peacefully on March 9th, 2024. Edie was born on April 28th, 1932, in Scranton, PA. After relocating to upstate NY at a very young age, her family lived in a 3-room converted chicken coop in Youngs Station, NY where she assumed cooking responsibilities for the family by age 11. ...
Pamela Marie D'Ornellas
Mar 9, 2024
Pamela D'Ornellas, passed away peacefully on March 9th, 2024, in Center CO, at age 60, after a short battle with cancer. Pamela was born Pamela Marie Taylor on August 6, 1963, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Pam grew up in Albuquerque's Westgate neighborhood and graduated from West Masa HS in the early 1980's, Pam wore many hats in...
Sylvia Gurule
Feb 26, 2024
Sylvia Gurule was born on February 7, 1965, in Alamosa, CO. She went to be with our heavenly father on February 26, 2024, with her loving family by her side.
Sylvia enjoyed doing puzzles, cooking and baking, her Pepsi, made sure to always have Chapstick and lotion in her purse because to her children and...
