Obituaries

Aug 5, 2025

Patricia Francis Tibbetts, a longtime resident of Durango, passed away in her home, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Patricia was 84 years and 20 days of age at the time of her passing. Patricia was born on July 16, 1941 to John (Johnny Mac) and Irma J. McNamara. Patricia attended school in Durango and was a Spanish Trails Fiesta Queen...

Aug 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Baker, age 50, on the late summer day of August 27, 2025.

Michael took great pride in his family and Southern Ute heritage. In Southern Ute folklore, there is a trickster god known as Coyote, whose curiosity is the origin of humanity. He represents boldness, curiosity, playfulness, and adaptability in the face...

Aug 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Lucy Estella GreerFebruary 28, 1936 – August 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Lucy Estella Greer, who left this world on August 24, 2025, at the age of 89. Lucy was a radiant presence in the lives of all who knew her—kind-hearted, strong-willed, and full of joy.

Born...

Aug 29, 2025

Aug 13, 2025

Dorine (AKA Dede) died August 13, 2025 at Evenings Porch Assisted Living. She was 91.

Dorine was born to Loy and Vivian McMullen on February 10, 1934, in Liberal, Kansas, in the heart of the Depression era Dust Bowl. While working for the US Soil Conservation Service, her father was helping destitute farmers keep their precious earth from blowing away. Loy...

Aug 16, 2025

The world lost a wonderful, caring, loving and generous soul on August 16, 2025. Don succumbed to complications of a head injury incurred during a fall in May. He was 77 years old. Born in small town Corry, PA, his father was tired of the snow and moved his family of six to California in 1957 in a ’49 Ford....

Aug 24, 2025

Dana loved gardening, fishing,camping,she enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She loved finding "treasures:" at various thrift stores.She grew up on her family ranch as an only child and her horses were her greatest companion. She enjoyed rock hunting and exploring new places. 

She is survived by her life partner of 25 years John Vandermarliar her daughter,Kelly Carl ,her grandchildren...

Aug 16, 2025

Terry Craig Andrus (Art) Born May 25, 1951 – Passed August 16, 2025, at 4:25 PM in Durango, Colorado where he spent his final chapter alongside his cherished friend and companion, Susan Boyd Brightman. Susan’s extraordinary care and unwavering support carried Terry through his brave journey with cancer.

Preceded in death by his parents, Niles J. Andrus and Constance Mae (Cox)...

Aug 29, 2025

Anthony, "AJ", was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on July 28, 1990, and left unexpectedly on August 29, 2025. 

AJ was a compassionate person, willing to help out anyone in need. He always put others before himself and was a real-life angel. He cared deeply, loved unconditionally, and was the kind of person that would never let you down. His personality was...

Aug 21, 2025

Wendy Josephson (Willden), 46, lost her fight with cancer on August 21st, 2025. She was born in Montrose, CO. to RoxAnne Ader and Rick Willden. Wendy grew up around Durango, but also lived in Montrose and Grand Junction. She earned her G.E.D., and went on to be a flagger with her father. They both helped build several roads and passes...

Aug 21, 2025

Carol Ann Ransford ( Henderson) was born in CA in 1943 prematurely , to Titus James Henderson and Eleanor Lajune Snively. and when she came home from the hospital she came home in a shoe box. Carol met the love of her life in 1958 at a Seventh Day Adventist school. Carol and Darel Ransford were married on July 23rd,...

Aug 16, 2025

Ursala Silviana Davies, age 90, of Ignacio, Colorado was called home to be with the Lord on August 16, 2025.

Ursula was born in Bonito Canyon, New Mexico on July 21, 1935 to Sylviano Archuleta and Ceferina (Valdez) Archuleta.

Ursula retired from Mercy Medical Center after 25 years, always connecting people, always offering a warm hello and hug. Ursula will be remembered...

Aug 11, 2025

Joseph "Richard" Montoya passed away on August 11th 2025 at home. 

Richard was born in Durango Co, graduated from Durango High School. He was an Automotive Master Technician. He loved his Broncos, his family, and friends who became his family.

Son, dad, brother, uncle, loyal friend, dedicated employee and a great man who will be missed by many.

He is survived by his...

Aug 5, 2025

Juanita Gallegos passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, peacefully at her home in Durango Colorado.

Juanita was born on November 3, 1944 to John and Matilda Gallegos of Durango. She was the oldest of 13 children. She was raised in Durango Colorado where she graduated from Durango High School, she remained in Durango her entire life.

Juanita married Fernando Gallegos on...

Aug 5, 2025

atie Louise Dunn, age 47, daughter of John Dunn and Barbara Dunn, passed away on August 5, 2025 at her home in Vallecito Lake.Katie was born on March 25, 1978, at old Mercy Hospital in Durango and grew up with remarkable talents and skill in both swimming and skiing. As a summer club member of the Durango Sailfish club, her...

Aug 1, 2025

"I have traveled the sky, the ocean, the mountains, and the desert. The mountains were always my home.Now I am ready to travel one last time with the Lord.Passionately lived her life with Grace and Grit."

Aug 1, 2025

Lillian (Horvat) Roberts, age 97, passed away peacefully on August 1st in Westminster, Colorado, surrounded by the love of her family.

Lillian was born on January 14, 1928, in Durango, Colorado, at Ochsner Hospital (now Gable House), to Melvin and Inez Olson. She was raised on her family’s farm near Ignacio alongside her six siblings, where she learned the values of...

Aug 1, 2025

John “Steve” Stephen Taylor passed away peacefully August 1st, 2025 at Mercy Hospice House in Durango, CO. He was 83 and a resident of Pagosa Springs since 2006.

Steve was born and raised in Benton Harbor, MI, attended Benton Harbor High School and went on to earn a degree in paper technology from Western Michigan University. He was a member of...

Jul 30, 2025

Mitchell Patrick Meade (65) passed away at his home in late July 2025. Mitchell was born in Mexico City, Mexico to Robert Eugene Meade and Joanne Jean (Mosher) Meade. He grew up in Los Alamos, New Mexico and then ventured to Chicago and took college courses for land surveying. A free spirit, he moved back to New Mexico for a...

Jul 29, 2025

Thomas Roland Stevenson, 89, of Bayfield, Colorado was called home to be with the Lord on July 29, 2025. Thomas was born in Hope, New Mexico on September 3, 1935 to Moses Roland Stevenson and Callie Allie (Horrell) Stevenson. Thomas was a veteran of the U.S. Army. 

On September 11, 2021 Thomas married his wife, Julianne Richard (Hart)(Loughridge) Stevenson. They shared...