Katie O'Hara Barrett
Dec 12, 2025
Katie O’Hara Barrett passed away on December 12, 2025, with her husband Jim, of almost 40 years, by her side, in their winter home of Tucson, AZ.
Katie was born June 14th, 1955, to Donald and Helen O’Hara in Niagara Falls, NY. She was the 3rd oldest of the 8 O’Hara sisters. She graduated from Fredonia State with a major in...
Dion Stuart Packer
Dec 12, 2025
Dion Stuart Packer passed away on December 12, 2025 surrounded by his loving family at home in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.Dion was born March 30, 1966 in Safford, Arizona to Eva and Monty Packer. He was the oldest of three children. He had five children and five grandchildren as well as his collected kids - two and grandchildren - one. Over the...
Kenneth Ralph Tucker
Dec 10, 2025
Kenneth Ralph Tucker, affectionately known as Ken or Kenny, was born on February 27, 1942, in Galveston, Texas to Carrel and Adred Tucker, the youngest of three brothers: Doug and Coleman. Eleven years later, his sister Rita arrived, and Kenny often found himself caring for her, as his older brothers managed to escape that responsibility.
The Tucker family moved frequently, never...
Wilandra Price-Rodriguez
Dec 10, 2025
Wilandra Price-Rodriguez beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away on December 10, 2025 in the comfort of her own home in Lakewood. Born on May 28, 1974 in Durango, Colorado. She was a memeber of Ute Mountain Tribe.
She is survived by her husband Gerado, her kids Jemyni, Santos, and her grandkids; Alexander, Yarelia, Selene, Arian, Genesis, also...
Lucy Valencia Martinez
Dec 8, 2025
Lucy Valencia Martinez, aged 91, passed away on December 8, 2025, in Denver, CO. Born on June 30, 1934. Lucy was a beacon of love and joy to all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Lucy was dedicated to her work, having been employed at C.O.D. laundry, Plaza Pharmacy, and City Market.
Lucy was a woman of deep personal faith, maintaining a...
Penny Rene Zufelt
Dec 6, 2025
Penny was born March 12, 1969, in Durango, Colorado to John and Wilma Zufelt. She was the 13th of 13 children. She was loved, well taken care of and spoiled by all her brothers and sisters. She brought a special spirit into their home she was a happy girl, she had a great sense of humor and loved everyone.
She attended...
James Allen Carpenter
Dec 4, 2025
James Carpenter, 67, of Alison, Colorado, passed away peacefully at his home on December 4, 2025. He lived a quiet and independent life. He was known for his love of the outdoors and fishing. Private services will be held at a later date.
James C. Griffin
Nov 22, 2025
Jim Griffin was called home on November 22. 2025. He had lived in Bayfield for 37 years with his wife of 68 years, Joanne Griffin. He leaves behind four children, Peggy L. (Griffin) Pingel and husband Mitch Pingel, Michael L. Griffin and his Wife Elizabeth Griffin, Kathy J. Griffin, and Jill M. (Griffin) Fischer and husband Michael Fischer. Jim has...
Warren Douglas Goodman
Nov 20, 2025
Warren Douglas Goodman, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at his home in Pagosa Springs, Colorado with his wife and son. He was 72.
Born on March 23, 1953, to Francis Goodman and Mildred Goodman. Warren grew up in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, where he forged lifelong bonds For many years, he was...
Thomas George Kebis
Nov 13, 2025
Thomas George Kebis, 81, died on November 13, 2025, in Durango, Colorado. He had been in the Durango Health and Rehab facility under long term care since May 2025; however, he had been in failing health the last three years.
Tom was born on August 23, 1944, to Thomas Steven Kebis and Evelyn (Dumke) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Tom joined the US...
Terry O. Woods
Nov 12, 2025
Durango resident, Terry O. Woods, 79, died of Alzheimer’s disease Wednesday, November 12, 2025. He was born in Matador, TX to Preston (Shorty) Woods and Ruby Mae Woods of Quitaque, TX. Terry was raised in Quitaque (KITTY-quay), a small farming community in West Texas. His older sister, Sharon, fondly remembers pulling him around the yard in a little red wagon.
Terry...
Frances Wholf
Nov 9, 2025
Frances Ruth Wholf passed peacefully in her sleep on November 9, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion, curiosity, and unwavering love that will be cherished by all who knew her.
Born March 26, 1943, to Frances “Ruth” (née Reid) and August E. Napper in Kansas City, MO. Frances was the eldest of four children and a natural leader from...
Joyce Eva Wilde
Nov 5, 2025
Born on July 6, 1934, in Birkenhead, England, to John and Eva Mullen, Joyce "Jo" Wilde lived a life defined by courage, love, and devotion to family.
A survivor of the WWII Blitz, Jo's resilience and strength were evident from an early age. She later immigrated to Ontario, Canada, where she met and married A.V. Wilde. Together, they built a beautiful...
Wayne McGrew
Nov 3, 2025
Wayne McGrew, 69, of Mancos, died 11/3/2025 peacefully in Cortez, Born 9/30/1956. A service will be held at 5:00 p.m. at Cowboy Church in Mancos, Colorado.
He found joy in hard work, open skies, and a life without fences. A true craftsman and mountain soul, he followed his own path. He leaves behind his children; Travis, Lucas, and Kristi, and six...
Charles "Chuck" Edward Highum
Nov 3, 2025
Charles (Chuck) Edward Highum, a proud Vietnam veteran, devoted father, and beloved member of the Pagosa Springs community, passed away November 3, 2025 at his log cabin home on the lower Blanco River in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
Born on March 9, 1950 in Richmond, Virginia, to James G. Highum Sr. and Myrtle Lou (Childerss) Highum, Chuck spent his early years growing...
Marlene Frances Taylor
Nov 2, 2025
Marlene Francis Husted Taylor, 87, of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 8:45 a.m.—just in time for the 9 o’clock service in Heaven. Those who knew Marlene believe she may have petitioned God Himself to make sure she wouldn’t be late.
Marlene was born July 6, 1938, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma....
Victor L Tenorio
Oct 28, 2025
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, Victor L Tenorio was called home by his Lord and Savior on October 28,2025. St Michael was his patron saint in which he had great faith all his life.
Victor's passion was creating amazing cuisine. He was a master chef and created many masterpieces from different cultures with exquisite flavors from different parts of the...
Glenn David Pauls
Oct 21, 2025
Glenn David Pauls passed away on October 21, 2025, in Durango, Colorado. He was born on December 3, 1962, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Edward and Florence Pauls. Glenn leaves behind his loving wife “Dianney” (Segner); daughter Kara Gray and her husband Rick Gray; son Trevor Pauls; granddaughters Evy and Emilia Gray; sister Terri Pauls; friend and brother Scott Strand and...
Edward C. Wilson
Oct 20, 2025
Edward C. Wilson 88.6/29/1937 -10/20/2025.
Long time Durango CO. Resident Ed Wilson aka “Fast Eddie” went to his happy hunting grounds on Monday the 20th surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren. Ed was an avid salesman in the four corners for Moda/IKO for over 50 years. He was a husband, father, grandpa, friend, teacher, supporter, and jokester to all who...
A. Michael Hartmann
Oct 18, 2025
A. Michael Hartman, eighty-five, of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away peacefully on October eighteenth, two thousand twenty-five, surrounded by his loving family. Born November sixth, nineteen thirty-nine, Mike wasn't just a husband, father, proud veteran, or coach-he was soccer in human form. As a young goalie for the Denver Kickers, he dove like gravity owed him favors. Then, when cleats gave...
