Obituaries

Jan 27, 2020

Jo Ann Roseberry, 84,of Hesperus, Colorado,died 1/27/2020 Junction Creek Rehabilitation Center. Born 11/18/1935. She worked alongside her husband Don, as a partner in Roseberry Plumbing and Heating for 35 years. Jo could tell you how to fix a faucet over the phone. She was a very skilled seamstress and even made dolls for every one of her granddaughters. Jo is...

Jan 24, 2020

Barbara Sibley, 72,of Durango, Colorado, passed away on January 24, 2020 in Lakewood, Colorado. She is survived by her husband, Larry; daughters: Laurie (Sean) Kelley, Erin (Zach Ludwig) Sibley, & Caitlin (V.M.) Galarza; grandchildren: Nicolai, Teghan, Connal, PaisleyJane, Tyrion, & Akira; sister: Christine LaBaume; sister-in-law: Judy Offer; & many extended family and close friends. She was preceded by two brothers...

Jan 22, 2020

Dolores (Dolly) Markgraf went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2020. Dolly was born in Wood Lake, Minnesota to Wilbert and Lydia Markgraf on August 16, 1930. She was a beloved child of God and her faith and trust in Him was evident by all who knew her well. Dolly was born with intellectual disabilities and experienced in...

Jan 19, 2020

Arthur Leon Edwards Jr. passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, while listening to a recording of his beloved wife singing. Arthur was born to Arthur Leon Edwards Sr. and Lillie Mae Morgan on October 31, 1923 in Oregon. Arthur graduated from Durango High School. In 1947 Wanda Sparkman made a visit to Durango from her home in...

Jan 17, 2020

Ignacio resident Junia Virginia Ruybal died Friday, January 17, 2020 at home. She was 86. Junia was born to Carlos Tucson and Polita Salazar-Tucson on Mar 3, 1933. She grew up in Ignacio, CO. On May 20, 1947 she married Fritz Ernest Ruybal in Ignacio. They had five sons and one daughter they raised in Ignacio, CO. Junia worked at...

Jan 14, 2020

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Jan 14, 2020

Mary E. Andrews, 87, of Durango, passed away on January 14, 2020 at Hospice House surrounded by family. Mary & Andy operated Andy's & AM Sports Photography. She is survived by her husband, Andy; children: Dave (Pat), Robert, Mark Varner, Debra Woodbrey, and Gretchen (Dave) Frederick; grandchildren: Ashena, Aaron, Laura, Jamison, Andrew, and Aaron; as well as numerous nieces, nephews,...

Jan 10, 2020

Mary S. Garcia, 89, of Durango, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, January 10, 2020. She was born on May 23, 1930 to the late Jose and Ernestine Lobato. Mary is survived by her husband Miguel A. Garcia, her kids, Robert Aragon of Englewood, Colorado and Patricia Vigus of Alvarado, Texas, numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, and Great-Great-grandchildren. She...

Jan 7, 2020

Jaryn "J" Edwin Smith Watts entered this world on January 9, 1991 in Durango, CO to Robert Edward Watts and Lisa Renee Burch. He was called home on January 7, 2020 at the age of 28. Jaryn was raised in Ignacio, Colorado and was a member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. He was given his Ute Name "Red Wolf"...

Jan 6, 2020

Janet Van Kirk, 70, of Durango,died 1/6/2020 surrounded by family. Born 12/12/1949. She is survived by her husband, Larry; children: Tim (Dana) Neal, Teresa Neal-Van Kirk, and Valeria (Carson) Van Kirk-Busch; grandchildren: Nick, Matt, Lannis, and Adeline; great grandson, Oden; siblings: Carolyn Ward, Peggy Segritti, and Joe Lahrmer; sister-in-law, Paula (Bart) Rabkin; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family and close...

Jan 5, 2020

Maureen May Mata, 82, of Durango, Colorado, passed away on January 5, 2020 at Mercy Hospice House, surrounded by family. She was born on January 21, 1937 in Great Britain. She is survived by her spouse of 50 plus years, Felix; Son: Marc (Shaunna) Mata; Grandchildren: Camryn and Riley Mata; her beloved dog, Mia; Cats: Zoe and Snowflake; and many...

Jan 4, 2020

Kathryn Rebekah Sharif of Ignacio, Colorado died January 4, 2020, as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Kathryn was 25 years old; born August 11, 1994 in Washington, D.C. Daughter of Mohammad Sharif Esfahani and Stella Sharif-Chikiar, a sister, fiancé, niece, cousin and friend. She was raised in Montgomery County, Maryland, and graduated from Quince Orchard...

Jan 3, 2020

Kathryn Rebekah Sharif of Ignacio, Colorado died January 3, 2020, as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Kathryn was 25 years old; born August 11, 1994 in Washington, D.C. Daughter of Mohammad Sharif Esfahani and Stella Sharif-Chikiar, a sister, fiancé, niece, cousin and friend. She was raised in Montgomery County, Maryland, and graduated from Quince Orchard...

Jan 1, 2020

Livingston Kaiser Veneno, known as "Liv", passed on January 1, 2020. A loving father, son, grandson, brother and friend, he was 31 years old. Livingston was born February 23, 1988 in Santa Fe, NM to Roberta Scott and Curtis Veneno. Livingston is survived by his children: Samantha Rock, Max Veneno and Nikko Frost; siblings: Roselyn Veneno of Ignacio, Cara of...

Jan 1, 2020

Lucas J. Martinez was born Sept. 13, 1949, in Trujillo, Colo., to Corina and Porfirio Martinez. Lucas joined his parents and older sister, Lucille Lynch, on Jan. 1. Lucas is survived by his daughter Lisa (Jeff), grandson Samuel, daughter Lori, granddaughter Lily, 7 siblings, Mary (Leo), Sevedeo (Maryann), Rafelita, Leo (Jennie), Frank (Lorraine), Patricia (Gerald), and his baby sister Annette...

Jan 1, 2020

Joe D. Martinez, 91, of Durango, died 1/1/2020 in Durango. He was born 9/3/1928. Joe is survived by his wife, Ruby and son, Daniel. Rosary will be recited at 10am on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Mass following at 11am. ******AS OF 3/14/2020 ****** DUE TO TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS SERVICES ARE POSTPONED*************UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE*********************

Jan 1, 2020

Deon Jean Mertz peacefully passed away on January 1, 2020, at the Mercy Hospice House in Durango. She was 92. Funeral Services will be held at The Summit Church (First United Methodist), 2917 Aspen Drive, Durango, Colorado at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 11, 2020. Deon was born to Carl and Leona Eklund on May 4, 1927 in Lyndon, Kansas....

Dec 31, 2019

Dec 30, 2019

The Western World of Mary Harris Wanted: Energetic, interested young person to learn ranching from the ground up. No experience necessary, but must be willing to tackle everything cheerfully. During trial month, fee is . If accepted, room and board will be provided. Apply at the Klondike Ranch in Buffalo, Wyoming. Applicant: Mary Santee. Qualifications: New graduate of Brown University...

Dec 29, 2019

Augustus "Gus" Benjamin Fletcher passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019. He was 25 years old. Gus was born February 4, 1994, to Benjamin and Lori Fletcher in Hood River, Oregon. He grew up and attended school in Hood River and it was there that he met Amy. They were later married on August 18, 2012. Gus enlisted in the U.S....