Tarry Martin Maxson
Sep 16, 2025
Tarry Martin Maxson, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on September 16, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born in Bay City, Michigan, Tarry built a life in the San Luis Valley, where he was known for his dedication to family, hard work, and quiet strength. He proudly served his country as a member of the...
William George Larimore
Jul 29, 2025
William ( Turtle ) Pops Larimore, 78, passed on 7/29/2025 in Del Norte, Co
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Bill Turtle Larimore on July 29 at the age of 78.
Bill was born in Lafayette IN to Richard and Lois Larimore. He started his carer...
Kenneth Eugene Powell
Jul 18, 2025
Kenneth Powell of Monte Vista, Colorado, passed away on July 18, 2025.He was born on March 21, 1941, to Claude A. Powell and Jessie Virginia Burch in Saguache, Colorado.
Kenneth was a skilled welder by profession, but his true passions in life lay elsewhere. He had a knack for fixing clocks, a talent he inherited...
Burdette G. Knous
Jul 14, 2025
Burdette G. Knous of Creede, Co passed away on July 14, 2025. Cremation was chosen and full obituary will be posted soon.
Robert "The Big Guy" Schlough
Jun 10, 2025
Robert "The Big Guy" Schlough, beloved husband, father, and grandfather of Creede, Colorado, passed away on June 10, 2025, at the age of 66 in Englewood, Colorado at the Swedish Hospital. He was born on July 24, 1958, to Gerald and Eileen Schlough.
Robert is survived by his loving partner Joann Ricci-Schlough, his Son Link,...
Edward "Ben" Steffens
Jun 9, 2025
Edward "Ben" Steffens
Born March 05, 1948
Died June 09, 2025
Ben was born in Fort Collins Co and grew up in Hot Sulphur Springs Co. It was there he developed his passion for horses, ranching, hunting and outdoor activities.
He became a man of all trades, earning his...
Melinda Kay Cooper
Jun 9, 2025
Melinda Kay Cooper earned her wings on June 9th, 2025, in Aurora Colorado. Melinda was a long-time resident of Alamosa Colorado and loved by so many. Melinda was born on October 17th, 1960, to Gary and Lydia Cooper. Melinda earned her Medical Coding Certificate and gave birth to two boys who later gave her two beautiful granddaughters. Melinda enjoyed...
Barbra Worth Harrison Molder
May 24, 2025
"If the creek don't rise, and the good Lord don't take me"
It is with joy that we announce that Barbra Worth (Harrison) Molder was called home to Heaven on May 24, 2025, in Holly, Colorado at the age of 91. She was a resident of the Holly Nursing Care Center and a member of...
Erin Lynn Keech "Elk Woman"
May 18, 2025
We mourn the passing of Erin Lynn Keech "ELK WOMAN", of Creede, Colorado was born on June 4, 1957, in Maryland. She was the beloved daughter of James Weldon Hughes and Emmaline Ruth Lippa. Erin, who had no children, was a dedicated and skilled EMT in Hinsdale County for many years, eventually becoming the head of the medical center...
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...
