Obituaries
Glenn Frederick Francis
Apr 26, 2023
On April 26, 2023, Glenn Frederick Francis, beloved father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and friend, passed away at 98 years old. The youngest of 4 children, Glenn was born on August 14, 1924, in Santa Monica, CA, to John F. Francis and Mary Elizabeth (Hickman) Francis. He had fond memories of riding his bike where LAX currently sits, and...
Joseph William Shaw
Apr 26, 2023
Joseph William Shaw passed away on April 26, 2023, surrounded by his family at the proud age of 97 1/2. Joe was born on the family farm in Oberlin, Kansas October 16, 1925. He was the oldest of five children of Guy and Mary (Cathcart) Shaw. He attended Decatur County schools, lettering in track and basketball in high school....
Heather C. Raish-Gamble
Apr 26, 2023
With great sorrow and bittersweet gratitude, we announce Heather Colleen Raish Gamble, 45, of Durango, Colorado, passed away peacefully on April 26th, 2023, surrounded by her family and close friends.
Heather will be remembered for her strong will and courage to take on the world. She overwhelmingly fulfilled her many roles as a devoted mother, cherished daughter, steadfast sister and...
Mary Jane Clark
Apr 23, 2023
Mary Jane Clark passed away on April 23 following a stroke just two months short of her 98th birthday.She was born in the small crossroads town of Blanco, New Mexico where her parents ran the Blanco Mercantile, a small trading post.She graduated from boarding school in Albuquerque, was the valedictorian of her class at 16 and attended Saint Mary's College...
Lesha Marie Powell
Apr 23, 2023
Lesha was born in John Day, Oregon but she grew up and attended school in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. She played volleyball at Pagosa Springs High School. From her first marriage, she had Eric and Keith Baldwin. Her second marriage produced no children. Her third and final marriage produced Teryn Watters. She loved her children, grandchildren, and all animals. Her favorite...
Judith Ann Mullett
Apr 23, 2023
Judith Ann Mullett, of Durango, Colorado, passed away April 23, 2023. Judith graduated from Wichita High School East class of "56". In 1960, she married James C. Mullett. James made his career in the U.S. Army while Judith worked as a legal secretary through numerous moves, including to West Germany, as an Army wife and starting her career once her...
Mable Maude Lewis
Apr 22, 2023
able Maude Lewis was born to William 'Bill' Holt and Cleo Younger Holt on April 20th, 1937, in Lexington, Nebraska. Mable was born the 4th of five daughters to the Holts.Her early childhood was spent living in Alamosa, CO. As young girls, Mable and her sister Mary would catch water snakes and put them in jars. She was always up...
Bernard "Bernie" Cuthair
Apr 22, 2023
Bernard Cuthair, 54, passed peacefully on April 22nd, 2023 in Durango, CO, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 15, 1968 in Durango, CO to Darlene Cuthair and McGarey Gallegos. He was raised by his grandmother, Belle Cuthair, in Ignacio, CO. He loved and cherished his grandmother, sharing beautiful memories of her often. As a Southern Ute tribal...
Roy Marion Ludwig
Apr 22, 2023
Mr. Roy Ludwig died peacefully at home on April 22, 2023, in Covington, Washington, at the age of 98.
Roy is survived by his brother, Kenneth; children, Duane, Mary, and Mark; grandchildren, David and Sarah; and nieces and nephews, who were all part of his larger family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Lelia; sister, Jewel; and brothers,...
Evalyn Lavine Pinnecoose Russell
Apr 20, 2023
Evalyn Russell passed away Thursday, April 20, 2023, at her home in Ignacio. She was 77 years old. Evalyn was born April 3, 1946, to Fredrick and Sarah Pinnecoose in Durango. She grew up and attended schools in Ignacio. She was married to Dean Hudson and their marriage later ended in divorce. Evalyn worked for KSUT and then became a Social...
Geri Aragon
Apr 19, 2023
Geraldine Rita Aragon died on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, she was 56 years old.
Geraldine "Geri" Aragon was born on November 26, 1966, in Durango, Colorado to Max "Boy" Aragon and Shirley Lucero (Casper). Geri grew up in Durango. She was mother to three amazing boys, Abel Sanchez, Alex Sanchez, and her golden child, Michael Randall, who were all her...
Jack Andre Fleuridas
Apr 16, 2023
Jack André Fleuridas died on April, 16, 2023 in Pagosa Springs, he was 93 years old.
Although born in New York City, Jack and his family lived in several states in the US and in Mexico when he was a child and adolescent. As an adult, he was a resident of a few towns on the East Coast and in...
Jessie Marie Young
Apr 14, 2023
Jessie Marie Young, 30, a Durango resident, passed away on Friday April 14, 2023 in an automobile accident.
Jessie was born on March 26, 1993 and grew up in Bennett, Colorado. She was well known for her sense of humor and ability to make people laugh. She was also a talented musician who loved to dance. Jessie has touched...
Mary Frances Rogers
Apr 14, 2023
Mary Frances Rogers passed away peacefully on Friday, April 14, 2023. She was 39 for the 23rd time (62).
She is survived her only 4 straight A’s: Anona, Amber, Andy and Allan; her sons-in-law, Jessie and Jeremy; Her duaghter-in- law Sabrina; her grandchildren: Kris, Autumn and Channing; her siblings, Nancy, Patty, Peggy, Linda, Cliff, Joyce and Harold; as well as...
Margaret P. Rodri
Apr 14, 2023
Born to Candido and Gravielita Maestas on February 25, 1929 Margaret spent her childhood on her father's farm. She loved to tell stories about working on the farm, and all the adventures she had as a poor farm girl during the Great Depression. Margaret graduated from Durango High School in 1948 and shortly thereafter moved to Santa Fe to live...
David Shoel Joseph Panter
Apr 12, 2023
David Shoel Joseph Panter, beloved husband, brother, son, friend and devoted dog dad, passed from this world on April 12, 2023 in Durango, CO. Born September 23, 1981 in Los Angeles, CA to Mary Lou and Barry Panter, he was the youngest of 3 siblings. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Lou, grandparents Helen and Louis Panter,...
Robert Edward Pope
Apr 11, 2023
Robert Edward Pope (Bob), 86, of Durango, Colorado died April 11, 2023 at his home. Robert Pope was born April 15, 1936, in Jefferson City, MO. He was raised in Wentzville, MO, and he served in the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1958. Pope married Constance Elaine Wilde (Connie) in Boulder, CO in 1958. They lived in St....
Virginia P. Valencia
Apr 8, 2023
Oxford resident, Virginia P. Valencia, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2023, surrounded by her family. Virginia was born to Joe T. and Mary D. Martinez, Sr. on January 8, 1939, in Oxford, Colorado. Virginia attended Oxford Grange schools and Ignacio schools. Virginia married her high school sweetheart, Joe G. Valencia, Jr. on April 23, 1960, after he completed his...
Dolly R. Rose
Apr 6, 2023
Dolly R. Rose was born in Raton, New Mexico on March 11, 1936 and she went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2023. Her 87 years were filled with many adventures and friendships. She deeply loved her family and friends and was devoted to our savior Jesus. Dolly retired from Nevada Bell after 35 years of service. She...
Leah C. Schuster
Apr 1, 2023
Leah C. Schuster was born April 29, 1929 in Archibald, Ohio and died on April 1, 2023 in Durango, Colorado at the age of 93. She was known as "Lee" by her friends and her community. She was a true Colorado woman with an amazing spirit, and a devout belief in God. She lived her life according to principles of...
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