Obituaries

Jul 12, 2025

Dr. James Mitchell Jefferson, 91, of Ignacio CO, born on September 24, 1933, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025 in Durango, CO.

He is survived by his sons: Dan, Tim & Gary Jefferson; Sister Misty R. Jefferson; nephews Robert M. (Teena) Jefferson & Jeffery L. Jefferson; nieces, Robbi (Jefferson) Mann & Tileta Jefferson; Granddaughter's: Lyndsey Jefferson, Christina Jefferson (Justin) Mhley;...

Jul 11, 2025

Rev. Kevin F. Novack, born November 9, 1954, born into eternal life July 11, 2025, was the second child born to Marilyn (Miller) and Thomas Novack. He is survived by all his siblings, Gregory, Clifford, Marcie (Brian) Hester, Rochelle (Randy) Schonfield, Renee (Craig) Youngberg, and Amy Novack. Survived also by several nieces and nephews, including Jessie Hester -- who for...

Jun 28, 2025

Eunice Grace Wade, 83, of Durango, Colorado, died 06/28/2025, at home, Born 05/09/1942. She is survived by her sons: Adrian (Sareatha) Wade & John (Mary) Wade; siblings: Lola Hill, Lorna Necchi & Homer Huston; grandchildren: Raymond, Brandon, Garrett, Daniel, Lisa, Christina & Mary Elizabeth; 17 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; many extended family and wonderful friends. She was preceded in death by...

Jul 4, 2025

Jerry McCoy, beloved father, husband, soldier and rancher rode his final trail on the McCoy Family Ranch in La Boca, Colorado on July 4, 2025 - the place he loved and called home for his lifetime. 

Jerry was born in the family home in La Boca on January 17, 1945 to Orville and Cipriana McCoy. He graduated from Ignacio High School...

Jul 2, 2025

Roxine Ann Robbins, born March 5, 1950, in Durango, Colorado, to Edwin Harvey (“Rockey”) Robbins and Betty Jane Robbins, passed away on July 2, 2025.She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Harvey Robbins; her sisters, Kaunditta Sanchez, Charline Rivas, and Vanessa Bailey; her first husband, Donald Lee McPherson; her stepson, Donald Lee McPherson, Jr.; her daughter-in-law, Geraldine...

Jun 2, 2025

Sandra Kay (Duff) Ensman, 76, of Durango, Colorado, passed away on June 2, 2025. Born on August 5, 1948, in Shelby, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Roy and Margaret (Wagner) Duff.

Sandra dedicated her life to caring for others, both professionally and personally. As a highly respected nurse practitioner, she devoted her later career to community health at Fort...

Jul 10, 2025

Linda Carol (Lusk) Hiner was born to Gerald and Dolores Lusk in Mesa, Arizona. She was raised by her father and step-mother Eunice in Oklahoma and Odessa, TX before the family moved to Dover Arkansas where she graduated High School.

After graduating, Linda returned to Odessa, TX where she met a handsome jet engine mechanic from Durango, Colorado stationed at Webb...

Jul 6, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our fatherHarvey Eugene Connell1928 - 2025

Harvey passed away on July 6th in Durango, Co surrounded by family. He was 96 years, 11 months, and 27 days old. Born on July 9, 1928, to Harvey and Bessie Connell in Stanly County, North Carolina.

He joined the Army Air Corps (US Air Force) in 1946...

Jul 6, 2025

Max C. Martinez, 87, of Ignacio, Colorado, died July 6, 2025, in his home, He was born February 2, 1938. A service will be held at 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.., Saturday, July 19, 2025 at The Oxford Grange, Ignacio, Colorado. He is survived by his children; siblings: Louis, Frances, Carolyn & Jane; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces...

Jul 3, 2025

Linda Gail Luther was born to George and WIlma Bingel November 26, 1942 in the Miner's Union Hospital in Silverton.

Linda attended SIlverton Public School until she and Eugene F. "Gene" Luther were married. They were married 48 years.

Eugene & Linda had four children, Tammie Louise, Brian Eugene, Darryl Wayne, & Cindi Sue Luther Jaramillo.

Linda & Gene Luther obtained Silverton LP...

Jun 26, 2025

Carmen Bernice Slade passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at in Peoria, AZ. She was 93 years old.

Carmen was born December 8, 1931, to Gilbert B. Slade and Nancy Harris Slade at home in Kline, Colorado. Since the age of 2 years old, she has lived her whole life on the same land.

Carmen put herself through college and obtained a...

Jun 25, 2025

Robert Max Gallegos was born on April 6, 1956 in Durango Colorado. He was the son of Max Anacleto Gallegos and Cora Gallegos Gurule, who are both deceased. Robert, affectionately known as "Robbie ",has two older brothers, Frank Anacleto Gallegos (deceased), Carl Michael Gallegos and one sister, Maereen Zufelt.

Frank was married to Theresa Valdez Gallegos (deceased) and they have...

Jun 25, 2025

On June 25th, 2025, Leslie Ann Blythe passed away after a long battle with cancer. Leslie Ann Walker was born in Providence, Rhode Island, to Thomas and Constance Walker on October 12, 1955. Leslie grew up in Rhode Island and graduated from High school there. During her childhood, Leslie spent her summers at the beach, where she always loved the...

Jun 24, 2025

Joseph (Joey) Andrew Maceyak, beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, song writer and mentor passed away on June 24, 2025. Born on January 15, 1945, to Joseph and Mary Maceyak (nee Kemezy), in Homestead, Pennsylvania, he became known as Joey. At the age of three, Joey moved with his family to Chicago, Illinois, instantly becoming an unwavering and lifelong fan of...

Jun 21, 2025

Isiah Leonardo Mayberry (March 3, 1996 - June 21, 2025) was a son, a grandson, a brother, a cousin, a nephew, and a friend to all. He has the biggest heart, the loudest laugh, and a way of making everyone feel like family. He was known as a hard worker who always looked out for others. He has a compassionate...

Jun 17, 2025

Jun 13, 2025

Joan Maxine Horton passed away Friday, June 13, 2025, in Durango. She was 91 years old.

Joan was born November 20, 1933, to Edward Walter Collins and Helen Johnston Collins in Lincoln, Illinois. She grew up in Rochelle, Illinois and graduated high school there. She moved to DeKalb, Illinois at 18 years old. She married Gerald Edward Horton at the Four...

Jun 11, 2025

Steve was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Leo and Lillian Gonzales. He was proceeded in death by his dad, Leo Gonzales and sister, Bernadette Rodriguez. He is survived by his mother, Lillian Gonzales; brothers, Danny (Lisa) Herrera, Clifford (Lisa) Gonzales, and Greg Gonzales; sister Jamie (Bobby) Gonzales; his children, Shania (Tristen), Autumn (Kevin), Estevan, and Aubrianna; numerous nieces, newphews,...

Jun 10, 2025

Cruz Zeus Vasquez was born on October 31, 2014 (A true Halloween baby, as he loved everything scary). He was an amazing, sweet, special boy. Cruz loved to make toys out of any object and enjoyed being outside any chance he got. He was a very caring, loving, funny, theatrical, energetic, handsome and brave boy. He brought smiles and happiness...

2025

William G. Plested III, M.D.

(Poncho)

June 1936 – June 2025

Husband, father, thoracic surgeon, outdoorsman, pilot, auto mechanic, woodworker, musician, singer, writer, pet lover, and patriot; Bill was truly a Renaissance man. He passed away peacefully on June 8th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Bill was born in Wichita, Kansas, to William Gordon Plested Jr. and Flora Plested, both of Trinidad, Colorado....