Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

Jan 9, 2024

Carole Joyce Powell, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away at the Homelake Veteran's Community Living Center on January 9, 2024.

Carole was born on March 6, 1942 in Grant City, Missouri to Dale and Lorene Frederick.  She is survived by her husband, Ronald Powell, her brother, Bob Frederick, her three sons, William, Kirk, and Bradley...

Jan 4, 2024

Todd Daly 63, of Center Colorado after a brief battle with a respiratory illness left this earth and loved ones on Wednesday, January 4th, 2024, to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Todd served 3 years in the United States Marines. He worked for many years for Idaho Pacific at their Center Colorado, potato processing...

Dec 24, 2023

Liberato O. Archuleta, 81 passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 24, 2023. He was born on May 18, 1942, in Monte Vista, Colorado to Bill J. Archuleta and Rafelita Archuleta.   Liberato lived a full and meaningful life, leaving behind love, kindness, and cherished memories.

Liberato was an exceptional father, and devoted grandpo/great-grandpo.   Liberato...

Dec 15, 2023

It is with profound sadness that our beloved Vernon Mann, 95, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 15, 2023, in Del Norte, Colorado. Vernon was born on October 18, 1928, to Rufus Mann and Hazel French in Laramie, Wyoming.

After high school, he went on to college and attended Adams State University where...