Obituaries

Oct 20, 2024

Herbert Lloyd Batchelor passed away on October 20, 2024 peacefully, at 95 years of age. Herb was born in Bayfield, CO on March 6, 1929 to Charles and Martha Batchelor where he grew up with his sisters on the family ranch.

Herb went to school and graduated in Bayfield, CO. After graduation, Herb worked various jobs. He worked as a truck...

Oct 17, 2024

Michael Paul Morrissey (Mike) passed away on October 17, 2024, in Durango, Colorado. Born to Jeff and Nikki Morrissey on December 29, 1967, he was a lifelong resident of Durango and a graduate of Durango High School and Fort Lewis College.

Mike dedicated his life to the service of others, working as a special education teacher and a youth wrestling coach....

Oct 15, 2024

“Those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high with wings like eagles” 

Marian Joyce Rice, our family rock and matriarch, left this world on October 15th, 2024, to join our Lord and Savior. She is soaring with the angels now. 

Marian was born on October 4th, 1936, to Theodore and Alma Handeland, the 11th of 12...

Oct 15, 2024

Rosa Margarita Steele, 84, passed away on October 15, 2024, in Reno, Nevada, after suffering a stroke, with her family by her side. Marge was born on March 14, 1940, to Felix and Irma (Blanch) Mercado, in Ponce, Puerto Rico. After her parents' divorce, Marge lived with her mother, brother, and extended family. After Marge graduated from Santurce High School,...

Oct 15, 2024

Juanita Virginia Potter, a gentle, loving, beautiful lady, passed away on October 15, 2024 in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. She was born July 6, 1946 in Victoria Texas and was very proud to be a Texan. Juanita had an infectious smile, warm heart and loved meeting new people. She was extremely friendly and could carry a conversation with anyone she met.She...

Oct 15, 2024

Nancy Lou ‘Slade’ Price was born in Kline, Colorado, 23 November 1934 to Gilbert B. Slade and Nancy ‘Harris’ Slade. Her parents were ranchers. She lived in this area her entire life, minus her schooling years. 

Nancy loved education and learning. She was able to skip the third grade and later graduated from Durango High School at the top of her...

Oct 14, 2024

Oct 11, 2024

Barbara Jean Walker was born June 18,1942. Died October 11,2024 at Mercy Medical, Durango, Colorado at Ge 82. She lived in Ignacio,Colorado. Memorial service on November 2 at 10 A M at Ignacio High School.

Barbara was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband Glen, son Chris and grandchildren Alejandra, Christopher, and Gregory. She was preceded...

Oct 9, 2024

It is my honor to let everyone know that James Edward McCoy is reunited with his wife, Iva Janelle Rhodes, in spiritual existence. They both ride horses on the clouds, their love has reunited. Married on July 26, 1971 in Durango, Colorado, from which they were both born. James, son of Edward McCoy and Iris June Metzker, was inducted into...

Oct 5, 2024

Darell Grant Darnell, a loved father, uncle, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 5th, 2023, in Mancos, Colorado. He was 77 years old.

Born to Orville Grant Darnell and Ruth Benton on September 18th, 1947, who have both preceded him in death. Darell was an example of strength and resilience to all who knew him. 

Darell is survived by his...

Oct 5, 2024

Mary was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, mentor and friend. She loved to travel whether near or far. She cherished every trip and adventure while collecting and making memories along the way. She made many trips to see family and friends, loved swimming in local lakes, camping in Moab or the mountains, traveling the trails through Colorado mountains or...

Oct 4, 2024

Thom passed away on October 4, 2024 at home. He was 93. Thom was born to Howard Ray Carden and Mary Ola Eacret, May 19, 1931, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was the second of three children. He had bright red hair and was the only redhead until 15 years later when his half-sister, Joy, was born, so of course teasing...

Oct 4, 2024

Effie Red Monte passed away in her home, as she wished, on Friday, October 4, 2024, surrounded by family. She was 94 years old.

Effie was born on March 17, 1930, to Bird and Nana (Eaton) Red, in the family home in Ignacio, Colo.

Effie was born and raised in Ignacio, growing up on the family farm. Effie was raised in the...

Oct 1, 2024

Jack Stuart Shoemaker was born in Durango, CO, in December of 1929 to Oliver B. and Virginia A. Shoemaker. Elementary education was followed by Biblical studies in Canada, medical training at BIOLA, and linguistic orientation by the Summer Institute of Linguistics.

 Jack took his family to the Amazon jungle in Bolivia, where he and his wife analyzed the Ese'ejja language, prepared...

Oct 1, 2024

Sep 30, 2024

John M. Heller, Jr., 74, passed away peacefully in his home on September 30, 2024, in Durango, Colorado with his wife and two sons at his bedside. Born on August 1, 1950, John lived a life marked by joy, adventure, and devotion to his family and career. 

John grew up in Durango, graduated from Durango High School and Fort Lewis College....

Sep 23, 2024

Ray Eric Bowman – January 24, 1970 – September 23, 2024.

 Our beloved husband, dad, pop-pop and friend, Ray Eric Bowman, went home to be with our Heavenly father, September 23, 2024 after a short but very aggressive battle with multiple cancers. He found great peace in knowing that Jesus died on the cross for his sins and was eager to...

Sep 23, 2024

Mike Elliott did everything well. He made his parting from this world no exception. On September 23, 2024, Mike passed away peacefully at home in Durango while surrounded by his family. He was in the place he loved best with the people he loved most. As Mike maintained throughout his 82 years of life, “How you do anything is how...

Sep 19, 2024

Gloria G. Hall, a resident of McPhee and Dolores Colorado for 83 years, passed away on Thursday, September 19th at home with her daughter by her side. 

Gloria was born on March 6, 1941 to Art and Bernice Hamilton. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Gloria graduated from high school and went to work for Empire Electric where she...

Sep 17, 2024

Anthony Paul Bates “Tony” age 68 passed away Tuesday September 17th 2024, He was born November 3rd 1955 to parents Adeline and Robert Bates in Los Angeles California. He had one brother Carl Bates. Growing up in Lakewood California where they spent their time being mischievous boys playing at the park across the street, he loved hunting and fishing. Tony...