Obituaries
Felicia Cleone McKinley
May 11, 2025
Felicia Cleone McKinley (Wind Feather) entered the realm of her ancestors on May 11, 2025. A daughter, sister, friend and the greatest Auntie Ever was born December 1, 1972 in Durango, Colorado to Georgia Watts McKinley and the late Sammy E. Pinnecoose. Felicia was a member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. She also shared heritage with the Ute Mountain...
Dewey Garald Peden
May 10, 2025
Dewey Garald Peden, 90, of Durango, Colorado, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Dewey was born on October 1st, 1934, in Ackmen, Colorado, to Garald and Hazel Peden. He grew up farming in Montezuma County, Colorado. His family also farmed in southern Oklahoma for a number of years, but they later moved...
RaNae Lynette Bakel
May 6, 2025
RaNae Lynette Bakel passed peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 surrounded by many who loved her dearly. Born September 7, 1955 to Leo and Patricia Bakel, RaNae frequently pondered throughout her life how she was so lucky to be born to two such loving, fun people who gave her two older brothers, Randy Bakel and Ron Bakel.
RaNae grew up as...
Judith "Judy" Reynolds
Feb 17, 2025
Judith “Judy” Reynolds, 83, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, in Durango. She was born on February 2, 1942 in Denver, CO to her parents Norve and Marydell Simmons. Judy leaves two sons: Jeffrey Reynolds (wife Patricia) of Durango, two grandchildren, Joshua of Colorado Springs, and Jessica of Durango, a second son Randolph Reynolds of Jonesboro, Arkansas, a sister...
Jason Spencer
Apr 20, 2025
It brings me great sadness to share with everyone the passing of Jason Spencer — affectionately known as J Bird, J Dog, Jay, Ridge, Biggs and the Original J.
Jason had a personality that could break down walls and bring even the most unlikely people together. From a young age, everyone wanted to be around him; everyone wanted to be doing...
Cheryl L. Johnson
Apr 18, 2025
Cheryl Johnson, 74, of Cortez, Colorado, Passed away peacefully on April 18th, 2025, In Durango, Colorado.
Born on March 2, 1951, In San Jose, California, Cheryl spent most of her life in the beautiful Four Corners area, where she made her home in Cortez. A talented beautician and passionate musician, Cheryl touched the lives of many through her creativity, kindness, and...
Linda Gayle Murray
May 14, 2025
Linda Gayle Murray, 75, of Durango, Colorado, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on March 26, 1950, in Louisville, Kentucky, Linda's zest for life began early. She was an accomplished ice skater in her youth and carried her love of movement and grace throughout her life—later becoming an avid tennis player, like...
Nina Smith
May 12, 2025
Nina Smith, 87, of Bayfield, Colorado passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2025 with her daughter Lorna and grand-dog Molly by her side.
Nina married the late Harry “Smitty” Smith on June 23, 1962 at Hill AFB in Utah. They lived in Utah, Nevada, and Germany. In 1979 they moved to Bayfield. Nina worked for many years as an...
Marilyn Ann Nutter
Apr 30, 2025
Marilyn Ann Nutter (née Shields), 98, passed away on April 30, 2025, in Durango, CO. She was born in Princeton, IN on November 15th, 1926.
She attended St. Ambrose Catholic School, Grosse Pointe High School, and Michigan State University.
She wrote for her high-school newspaper & The Grosse Pointe News. She also took much joy in writing funny, thoughtful poems for all...
Raymond L. Martinez
Apr 30, 2025
Raymond Martinez born in Cortez, was raised in Mancos, Colorado, passed away on April 30, 2025, one day after his 61st birthday, surrounded by the love he gave so freely to others.
Those who knew Ray will remember a man of deep care, thoughtful action, and quiet strength. He listened more than he spoke, and when he spoke, it was with...
Dorothy "Dot" Jane Alber
Apr 28, 2025
Our beautiful Mom, Wife, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother, Dot Alber has gained her eternal wings and is resting peacefully in Heaven. She passed away Monday April 28, 2025 at the age of 84 in Durango, Co surrounded by her family. Dot battled a difficult and painful cancer. Her death was very unexpected and has brought much sadness to our family.
Dot...
Vivian Alice Bedford
Apr 26, 2025
Vivian Alice Bedford was born to Herbert and Lena Plummer in Caribou, Maine. She was the second girl born of seven daughters and one brother. She moved to California to marry her husband, Ralph Bedford in 1956 and was married for 55 years before his passing. Vivian has 5 children, Susan (Jerry) Armijo, James (Alma) Bedford, Janet Arnold, Timothy Bedford...
Clifton William Austin Greany
Apr 23, 2025
Clifton William Austin Greany, known as Austin to his family and friends, made his final journey home on April 23rd 2025. Services will be held at the Southern Ute Memorial Chapel on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Austin was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Stacy Greany. Then Austin came to Aztec New Mexico, where he was raised by...
Richard John Wagner
Apr 23, 2025
Richard John Wagner, 92, passed away on April 23, 2025, at his home in Edgemont Ranch.
Richard was born on December 3, 1932, in New Ulm, Minnesota; the son of Andrew Gustav and Ellen (Gareis) Wagner. He graduated from the New Ulm High School in 1950. He attended college at Harvard University; the University of Minnesota; and received his Doctor of...
Antonio "Tony" Chavez
Apr 21, 2025
Long-time local resident Antonio “Tony” Chavez, born 12/17/48 passed 4/21/25 with family by his side. Tony passed due to complications of heart disease and diabetes. He was 76. His family honors his request of no services.
Tony was born to Delfin and Isabel Chavez in Dragerton, Utah in 1948. In May 1967, he married Christine, his wife of 51 years.
Tony is...
Loyola "Lollie" Rebecca Garcia Palmer
Apr 20, 2025
It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Loyola "Lollie" Rebecca Garcia Palmer age, 78, in Durango, Colorado surrounded by her family. She was born on January 24, 1947 in Lumberton, New Mexico to Maria Cleofas and Preciliano Garcia.
Loyola began her professional journey immediately after earning her high school diploma, stepping into the...
Josephine Rivas
Apr 19, 2025
Josephine Rivas 86 of Pagosa Springs. Went home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2025.
Josephine was born to Sulema and Alberto Archuleta on October 28,1938. Josephine was a life long resident of Archuleta County.
She is survived by her children and loving family. Thelma (Donnie) Valdez, Patricia Candelaria, Genevieve Rivas, Luis (Christine) Rivas, Ernest (Ruby Archuleta) Rivas, Daniel (Antoinette)...
Tayler Dell Hasbrouck
Apr 19, 2025
The best daughter, sister and crazy cat mom passed away on April 19, 2025.
Tayler was born in 1994 in Atlanta, GA. She had an eclectic mix of hobbies and activites during her younger years - ballet, tapdance, tennis, drums, basketball and softball, in addition to being on the Dawson County Varsity Golf Team during her middle and high school years....
John E. Duran
Apr 19, 2025
John Emerson Duran of the world, passed away, April 19, 2025 in Durango, Colorado, surrounded by love. Private Services are being held.
John was born in Durango, Colorado, July 17, 1961 and grew up and attended schools in Ignacio. He graduated with a degree in education from the University of New Mexico.
John was a world class rock climber, world traveler, mountain...
Floyd Norman Jameson
Apr 18, 2025
Floyd Norman Jameson passed away Friday, April 18, 2025, at home. He was 63 years old.
Floyd was born March 24, 1962, to Willie and Virginia Jameson in Phoenix, Arizona. He grew up in Gallup and Borrego Pass, New Mexico and graduated from Gallup High School. In his youth, Floyd served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
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