Obituaries

Nov 22, 2020

Ruth Loraine (Williams) Wielang, 89 of Aurora, CO formerly of Durango passed away from natural causes complicated by COVID- 19 on November 22, 2020. Graveside funeral services and burial will take place on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Greenmount Cemetery. The second of four children and the only girl, Ruth was born in Kline, Colorado and spent...

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Nov 20, 2020

Dr. James (Jim) Nolan Threadgill, 93, was born on October 26, 1927, to parents Selman Lamar Threadgill and Mary Grace Nolan of Decatur, Georgia, and passed away of Alzheimer’s disease at Hospice House of Mercy in Durango, Colorado, on November 20, 2020. Dr. Threadgill attended Mercer University and graduated in 1949 with a Doctorate of Pharmacy. He married Patricia Gleaton...

Nov 19, 2020

Jesus Jose Villalobos passed away November 19, 2020 at his home in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Jesus was born in El Ranchito de San Juan, Balleza, Chihuahua, Mexico on October 3, 1934 to Ermila Olivas Portillo & Jesus Jose Villalobos. Jesus enjoyed spending time with his family and loved ones. He will be missed by all those who knew & loved...

Nov 19, 2020

John A. Campbell passed peacefully with his family by his side. The world lost an amazing person but God welcomed home a beautiful soul. He grew up in a small town Bemidji, Minnesota with his parents, John Albert and Olive Birdie (Gilbert) Campbell and sister, Margaret "Mugs" Augdahl. John was a veteran of the Korean War specializing in radar technologies....

Nov 18, 2020

Andrea Catherine Candelaria passed away suddenly November 18, 2020. She was born September 5, 1980, to Robert & Jackie Candelaria. Andrea "Boots" was the happiest when outdoors; her favorite hike was Ice Lakes and all the local 14ers. She fell in love with Alaska and enjoyed hiking & fishing there. She will be remembered by her friends and family as...

Nov 16, 2020

Mary Southworth was born on October 4, 1938, in Jennings, LA, to Peter & Florence Waina, and passed away on November 16, 2020, in Durango, CO. In 1957, Mary married Don Southworth and together they had two sons, Scott and Roger Southworth, both of Durango, CO. Mary had a long career in banking and credit union management, retiring after more...

Nov 13, 2020

Thomas was born in Santa Monica California on December 16, 1957 to Ronald and JoAnn Bamrick. They moved to Chromo Colorado and had the Chromo Store, filling station, restaurant and post office. Thomas went to school and graduated in Pagosa Springs. He was an emergency first responder for 25 years. Thomas helped out at the Pagosa Hospital and was very...

Nov 13, 2020

Mary Kluss, age 93, went to be with her Heavenly Father on November 13, 2020. Mary was born on February 6, 1927 in Kokomo, Indiana to John and Ida Hill. She later became a Nun, and taught third grade in South Bend, Indiana, at a Catholic School. When Mary was older, she left Indiana to take care of her aunt...

Nov 11, 2020

Claude Owen Callison, 75, died in his home suddenly but peacefully of natural causes November 11th 2020. He was born May 9th 1945. Claude was a long time resident of Durango and a member of the building community until he retired and joined the golfing community. He was a veteran of the US Navy where he was a squadron commander...

Nov 10, 2020

Joseph (Joe) Manuel Romero started his journey November 10, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born February 16, 1970. Joe was an avid fisherman, hunter and guide. He loved the outdoors and the time he spent with his children. Growing up, he had good memories of spending time with his cousin Michael, on the ranch in New Mexico. Joe...

Nov 9, 2020

Kathryn June Renick, born July 14, 1935 in Killeen, Texas to parents Albert John and Lela Oleta Vahrenkamp, passed from this life November 9, 2020 at San Juan Regional Hospital. She is survived by three children: Debra (Larry) Garner, Kathi (Creig) Wallace, Larry Gant (Melissa) Renick; three grandchildren: Robert Lara, Kyle Renick, Creig Wallace, Jr.; brother: Albert John (A.J.) Vahrenkamp;...

Nov 3, 2020

Kevin Gerald Burton, age 63, passed away at home with his family on November 3,2020. Most people that knew Kevin found him to be abrasive and irritable, but for those of us that truly knew him, he was a kind, big hearted individual. Kevin’s rough childhood left him with a thick skin that was hard to penetrate. His gruff exterior...

Nov 1, 2020

Jacob Wayne Greenwood passed away on November 1, 2020 in Durango, Colorado. Jacob was a talented musician who loved living the Rocky Mountains. He enjoyed hanging out and jamming with his friends, hiking in the mountains, and snowboarding in the winter. Born June 9, 1994 in Cookeville, TN, Jacob graduated from Cookeville High School in 2012. He was employed as...

Oct 30, 2020

Curtis Gene Thompson, age 80, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2020 at his home in San Angelo, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Kathleen Thompson and sister Susan Ryder. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marilyn Beaston Thompson of San Angelo TX; daughter Anessa Goodlett of Seattle WA; and son Patrick...

Oct 30, 2020

Cardinal Newell Weston, II passed away Friday, October 30, 2020, in Durango. He was 49 years old. Cardinal was born August 3, 1971, to Cardinal Newell Weston and Corliss Taylor in Durango. He grew up in Ignacio and Durango and graduated from Ignacio High School where he was active in sports, especially football. Cardinal was an enrolled tribal member of...

Oct 30, 2020

Shan Ealey, born May 21, 1928 in Malta, Montana to parents Ramay Hould and Emily Pierson, died peacefully at home on October 30, 2020 with her daughters around her. She is survived by four children – Kerry, Kim (Scott Samuelson), Mark and Scott – four grandsons, six nieces and nephews, and friends from all over the world. She is predeceased...

Oct 29, 2020

Sherrie (Tyner) Prairie Chief passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2020. She passed at her home in Ignacio, CO, surrounded by family and friends. She was 61 years old. She was born in Shiprock, NM. Tyner lived most of her life in Ignacio, CO., but attended school in other areas. She graduated high school and entered the work world. She...

Oct 28, 2020

Marjorie Louise Long, “Margie”, 93 loved and lived in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. She passed from this life on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 and went on to be with her Heavenly Father. Margie was known throughout the Pagosa area as the local “hugger” and always blessed others with her big smile and genuine interest and concern for them. Margie was born...