Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors Inc in Pueblo, CO

Mary Elizabeth Maguire

August 9, 1930 - May 25, 2017

Mary Elizabeth Maguire, 86, born August 9, 1930, in Philadelphia, Pa. and passed away May 25, 2017. Preceded in death by her husband, William Maguire; parents, Michael and Anna Nolan; and sister-in-law, Pat Maguire. Survived by daughter, Mary "Missy" Maguire of Pueblo, Colo.; sons, Dr. William (Dr. Diana Danilenko) Maguire of Minneapolis, Minn., Michael R. (Trish) Maguire of Albuquerque, N.M.,...
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John F. Massey

April 22, 1940 - May 24, 2017

John F. Massey, 77, passed away on May 24, 2017. Survived by wife of 25 years, Barbara Pittman; children, Danny (Marilyn) Massey, Ruby Massey and Eli Massey; step-children, Robin Obair, Michael (Barbara) Pittman, Robert Pittman and Christopher (Bo) Pittman; siblings, Keith Massey, Vicki Stroup, Roxie Casey and June Stice; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his...
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Moshe Michael E. Atencio

February 22, 1955 - May 24, 2017

Moshe Michael E. Atencio, 62, passed away unexpectedly on May 24, 2017. Leaving behind his daughter, Michele Atencio; son, Michael Atencio; mother, Patricia Baltimore; grandchildren, Mavrick, Michael, Monet, Melachi; sisters, Debbie Atencio and Dorothy Atencio; and brother, Mark Atencio. Preceded in death by his father, Ernest Atencio; siblings, Moses, Matthew and Dolores Atencio. Moshe was...
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Wanda Lee Sexton

May 26, 1931 - May 23, 2017

Wanda Lee Sexton, 85, born May 26, 1931, died on May 23, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Sexton; brother, James Crain; sister, Barbara Kauffman; brother-in-law, Donald D. Kauffman of Ft. Collins; sister, Pansy Crain; and parents, Frank and Peggy Crain of Buffalo, Wyo. She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Richardson of Pueblo; son, James C. (Jenny) Sexton of Golden;...
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Brenda J. Amman

April 7, 1967 - May 22, 2017

Brenda J. Amman, 50, born April 7, 1967, Brenda made her transition to be with her Lord on May 22, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer. She joins in death infant brother, Brendan; Little Gramma Garnett; and Big Grandma and Grandpa Amman. She is survived by husband John; and leaves her undying love to her beloved son, Miles Quentin Hall; loving and devoted mother, Jane Garnett; loving...
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Max L. Plummer

June 25, 1960 - May 21, 2017

Max L. Plummer, 56, passed away May 21, 2017, in Pueblo. Survived by his wife of 13 years, Peggy Massie; mother, Carolyn Cress of Concord, NC; children, Jeremy (Robin) Plummer of Patuxent River, Md. And Shelley (Ryan) Darnell of Albemarle, NC; siblings, Billie Plummer of Concord, NC and Mike Plummer of Kannapolis, NC; numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father,...
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Jon Louis Frederiksen

April 28, 1937 - May 18, 2017

Jon Louis Frederiksen, 80, passed away May 18, 2017. Survived by children, Vicki (Gary) Shumway of Utah, Katy White of Maryland, Mike (Joyce) Frederiksen of Kansas, Russell (Viola) Frederiksen of Arizona, Sean Frederiksen and Heather Imes both of Pueblo; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents. Jon was born to Louis and Marjorie Frederiksen on...
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Donald R. Mattingly

January 20, 1932 - May 17, 2017

Donald R. Mattingly, 85, passed away May 17, 2017. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Mildred; daughters, Kris Mattingly of Pueblo, Terri Mattingly Puryear of Pueblo and her daughter, Madison of Denver, and Susan Mattingly (Bill) Enright of Broomfield, Colo. and their children, Molly and Liam; his son, Doug (Brenda) Johnson of Chandler, Ariz. and their daughters, Kelsey, Savannah and Delaney; and...
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Charlene Catalano

March 11, 1958 - May 15, 2017

Charlene "Daisy" Catalano, 59, passed away May 15, 2017. Survived by mother, Rose Kleinheim; brothers, Gary (Mary) Kleinheim and Steven Kleinheim; godson, Scott T. Kleinheim; companion, Gary Emory; special friend, Nettie; and numerous friends and family. Preceded in death by her father, Charles Kleinheim; and brother, Scott D. Kleinheim. Daisy was born to Rose and Charles Kleinheim on March 11...
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Dorothy Margaret Cruz

July 31, 1930 - May 14, 2017

Dorothy Margaret Cruz was born on July 31, 1930, in Walsenburg, Colorado, to Julian Frausto and Elsie Medina Frausto. Upon her mother's death in 1940 she and her siblings, Elsie and Robert, were adopted by her aunt, Dora Bueno Smallwood, and her uncle, Alexander Smallwood. Dorothy graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1948 and went to work as a secretary at the local health department. She...
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David Vernon Ragsdale

January 18, 1924 - May 14, 2017

David Vernon Ragsdale, 93, went home with his Savior May 14, 2017. Born Jan. 18, 1924, to Jack and Bertha Ragsdale on his family ranch and home north of Olney Springs, Colo. Survived by his devoted wife of 70 years, Margaret Irene Ragsdale; children, David (Sheryl) Ragsdale, Carolyn Ragsdale, Marilyn Ragsdale; grandson, Douglas (Shirley) Ragsdale; great-grandchild, Kalisha Ragsdale; special...
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Gene Paul Hill

May 21, 1941 - May 14, 2017

Gene Paul Hill, 75, passed away May 14, 2017. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Wanda Olene Hill; children, Duane Paul Hill and Kelly Olene (Paul) Wiese; grandchildren, Adam Paul (Danika) Hill, Tracey Elaine Hill and Maryann Sena-Hill; and brothers, Franklin Hill and George (Earlene) Hill, both of Pueblo. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Eva Hill. Gene was born May 21, 1941, in...
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Leo P. Diaz

May 26, 1924 - May 12, 2017

Leo Diaz, 92, went to be with our Lord on May 12, 2017. "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." II Corinthians 5:8. He was a devoted husband and loving father. He is survived by his sons, Ron (Rosalie) Diaz, Dennis (Judy) Diaz; and daughter, Peggy (Tony) Armijo; sister, Irene (Fred) Carillo; brothers, Joe Diaz and Richard Diaz; sisters-in-law, Martha Gonzales and Genevieve...
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Leonard Walter Pawlus

July 24, 1924 - May 11, 2017

Leonard Walter Pawlus, 92, went to be with our Lord on May 11, 2017. Survived by daughters, Janet Pawlus of Aurora and Teresa Hicks (Sister Mary Teresa Hicks, OSB) of Benet Hill Monastery, Colo; grandson, Michael (Karen) Hicks; Ruth Simon, Brett (Susan) Simon, and Michelle (Joe) Godri of Philadelphia. Preceded in death by his wife, Dixie Dale Pawlus. Leonard was born to Ann Moskalik on July...
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Taner John Hammond

November 26, 1994 - May 11, 2017

Taner John Hammond was born on November 26, 1994. Called home to be with the lord May 11, 2017. Preceded in death by his grandfathers, William Hammond and Don Thompson III. Loved and cared for by; his parents, Steve and Renay Hammond; sisters, Stevee Hammond, Brittney (Derek) Flowers, and Lynsi (Jason) Sanders; grandparents, Dorothy Hammond and Betty (Gus) Veltri. The loves of his life, his...
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Billie Jean Whitney

January 9, 1932 - May 11, 2017

Billie J. Whitney, 85, of Pueblo, Colo., passed away May 11, 2017. Preceded in death by her husband, Harry A. Whitney. Survived by her son, Randy (Kimberly) Whitney; daughters, Val (Rick) Nicholas and Terri (Kevin) Kambach; grandchildren, Jessica (Doug) Campbell, Caleb Whitney, Megan (AJ) Ayala, Mick Nicholas, Caitlin (Paul) Grossman, Kelsey and Sawyer Kalmbach; and six great-grandchildren. ...
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Roberta Pearl Dunlap

December 2, 1923 - May 10, 2017

Roberta Pearl Dunlap, 93, passed away May 10, 2017. Survived by daughters, Dorothy (Ken) McCleary and Susan Graham; step-daughter, Cheryl (Terry) Jones; brother, Jim Lohmiller; four grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her first husband, Francis "Bud" Graham; second husband, Robert Dunlap; parents; step...
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Darrell W. Nelson

October 23, 1925 - May 10, 2017

Darrell W. Nelson, 91, passed away May 10, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Jule; son, Dan (Melody); three granddaughters; nieces and nephews; and special niece, Margaret Reiber. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; sisters; granddaughter; and brothers and sisters-in-law. The memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20th, Pueblo First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers,...
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Nadeen T. Terrill

July 24, 1955 - May 8, 2017

Nadeen T. Terrill, 61, passed away May 8, 2017. Survived by husband, Patrick Terrill; sisters, Barbara Stoddard and Diane (Bud) Golob; nephew, Ross Golob; niece, Maggie Golob; aunt, Helene Connors; many special cousins; and dear friends, Annie Sabo, Mary Mahorich, Taraz Martinez and Dave and Sara McKinsey. Preceded in death by parents. Nadeen was born to Harold and Margaret Stoddard on July 24...
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David Daniel Burtner

May 15, 1938 - May 5, 2017

David Daniel Burtner, M.D., J.D., passed away on May 5, 2017. Born on May 15, 1938 in Detroit Mich. to Frank and Cathrine Burtner. David studied art at Wayne State University in Detroit, attended Medical School at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and went to Law School at Stetson University College of Law in Tampa Bay. He practiced medicine as a otolaryngologist in private practice and...
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Adam Michael Nutter

December 28, 1989 - April 28, 2017

Adam Michael Nutter, 27, passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2017. Survived by devoted aunt and uncle, Kim and Chuck Bennett; cherished cousin, Jessica (Michael) Wisthoff; grandmother, Carrie Nutter; mother, Carolyn Lee Brengle; father, Kelly O'Brien Nutter; sisters, Cassandra Nutter and Bridgette Nutter; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Preceded in death by grandparents; and...
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Edwin Eugene Scriven

November 5, 1940 - April 26, 2017

Edwin Eugene Scriven, age 76, went to his heavenly home April 26, 2017, after suffering an accidental fall. He was born in Laramie, Wyo. to W.E. and Ellda Scriven. The majority of his life was spent in the Fort Collins/Loveland, Colo. area before retiring to Pueblo, Colo. Ed is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Catherine; three children, Ed (Diane) Scriven, Elizabeth (Keith) Sunshine and...
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Lucille Craig

April 1, 1926 - April 24, 2017

Lucille Craig, 91, passed away April 24, 2017. Survived by son, Rick (Tammy) Craig; daughter, Kimberly Pettit; grandsons, Taylor Canfield and Kyle Pettit; granddaughters, Nicole Canfield and Karlee (Christopher) Faulk; great-grandsons, William, Thaddeus Faulk (soon to be born) and Alexander Hester-Pettit; and sister-in-law, Norma (Howard) Kerr. Preceded in death by her husband of 64 years,...
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Patricia Palermo

September 20, 1960 - April 23, 2017

Patricia "Patty" Palermo, 56, departed this life April 23, 2017. She is survived by her loving mother, Maxine Palermo; sisters, Janet (Jim) Hunter and Linda (Daniel) Pruss; nephews, Ryan (Christine) and Kevin Hunter; great-nephews, Logan and Samuel; uncle, Mike (Karen) Brasselero; and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul "Lindy" Palermo. Patty was a life long resident of...
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Richard Guy Lowry

January 25, 1941 - April 20, 2017

Richard "Dick" Guy Lowry, 76, passed away April 20, 2017. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Patricia "Patsy" Lowry; sons, David (Melissa) Lowry of Colorado Springs and Keith (Jennifer) Lowry of Centennial; grandchildren, Kelsey, Joshua, Jacob, Brianna and Emma Lowry; siblings, Caroline Garner, Gary Lowry, Tom Lowry and Virginia Cusimano; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by...
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Lana L. Joyal

January 28, 1943 - April 20, 2017

Lana Lula Joyal, 74, passed away unexpectedly in her home on April 20, 2017. Lana, a retired District 60 middle school music teacher, was preceded in death by her brother, Gail. Survived by husband, Ken; sons, Randall and Brandon. Per Lana's request, no services will be held. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorials may be made to the Spay & Neuter Clinic, P.O. Box 11208,...
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Joseph W. Gagliano

May 21, 1924 - April 13, 2017

Joseph W. Gagliano died on April 13, 2017. Joe was born May 21, 1924, in Pueblo, CO. Preceded in death by his wife, Margaret (Taravella) Gagliano in 2004; son, Joseph P. Gagliano; parents, Samuel and Virginia Gagliano; siblings, Eva Geanetta, Peter Gagliano, Lucille Spinuzzi, Bess Makalavec, Frances Messore, James Gagliano, Carl Gagliano and Mary Jane Capritta; sister-in-laws, Caroline Ciruli,...
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Neil Richard Iverson

September 14, 1962 - April 13, 2017

Neil Richard Iverson, 54, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on April 13, 2017. He was born Sept. 14, 1962, in Pueblo, Colo. to James and Esther Iverson. Preceded in death by his father, James Iverson. Survived by his wife, Jennifer; children, Michelle (Douglas) Ford and Austin Iverson; mother, Esther Iverson; sister, Gail (Michael) Winger; grandson, Greyson Ford; and...
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Addie M. Gibson

November 18, 1915 - April 12, 2017

Addie M. Gibson, 101, went home to be with the Lord on April 12, 2017. Survived by a brother, Lloyd (Mary) Fitzwater of Potosi, Mo.; daughters, Glenda Wright and Sharon A. Gibson; grandchildren, Terril (Martyn) Irvine, Ronda Knowlton, Sandra (Ben) Artichoker, Jim Groover, Jeff (Linda) Groover and Gary E. (Shawna) Gibson Jr.; 21 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great grandchildren; plus many...
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Quenten Wayne Valentine

May 19, 1958 - April 11, 2017

Quenten Wayne Valentine, 58, born on May 19, 1958, and passed away on April 11, 2017. Survived by parents, Janet and Jerry Valentine; brother, Boyd Valentine; the love of his life, Nancy Goss; uncles, Butch (Sue) Sartor and Donnie (Anna) Sartor; aunt, LaJune Macaluso; as well as numerous cousins and dear friends. Preceded in death by his brother, Bruce Valentine; grandparents, Raymond and...
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John Thomas Goorley

August 9, 1940 - April 9, 2017

John Thomas Goorley, 76, was born August 9, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio, and passed away April 9, 2017, in Pueblo. Survived by wife, Sherrie Clardy Goorley; children, John Timothy (Keri) Goorley and Elizabeth Goorley (Fred) Hersey; brothers, Robert Goorley and Richard Goorley; sister, Alice Breard; and grandchildren, Alisa Lora Goorley and John Teagan Goorley. Preceded in death by parents, John...
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Frances L. Duran

May 27, 1943 - April 9, 2017

Frances L. Duran, 73, joined our Lord on April 9, 2017. Frances was Born on May 27, 1943, in Springer, NM. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles Duran; parents, Frank and Margaret Gauna; sisters, Stella Gauna and Gloria Hjelm; and brother, Bob Gauna. Frances is survived by her daughter, Debbye Duran (Derrick) Camus; grandchildren, Carlos (Tracy) Duran, Adrian Duran, DJ Camus; great...
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Jerry A. Standard

April 22, 1938 - April 7, 2017

Jerry A. Standard, 78, passed away April 7, 2017. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Pat; children, Laura Standard, Jerry Standard Jr. and Diane Perkins; sisters, Eloise Standard and Mary Margaret Standard; beloved nieces and nephews; great-nieces and -nephews; and last but not least, Maddie, "The un-trainable dog!" Preceded in death by his parents, Glade and Edith Standard; and brother, Jack...
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Carrol Joseph Carter

July 28, 1932 - April 6, 2017

Dr. Carrol Joseph "C. Joe" Carter, 84. July 28, 1932 – April 6, 2017 Born in Portageville, Mo. to John Andrew and Myrtle (Ezell) Carter, Joe was youngest of nine siblings. He grew up extremely poor and impoverished and his parents could not read or write. As a young child, he developed a deep love of reading and history, and became a high school journalist. After graduation, he worked...
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Martha Gallawa Whitlock

May 17, 1922 - April 5, 2017

Martha Gallawa Whitlock passed away peacefully on April 5, 2017, in Denver, Colo., one month shy of her 95th birthday. Martha was born on May 17, 1922, in Scottsbluff, Neb., to John and Mary Gallawa. A longtime resident of Pueblo, Colo., her legacy will live on through her many contributions to the community. Her list of achievements is long and include Past President and Trustee of Distinction...
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Helen Marie Davis

January 6, 1926 - April 4, 2017

Helen Marie (Glach) Davis, 91, passed away on April 4, 2017. Preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, William C. Davis; her parents, Anton and Frances(Pechnik) Glach; brothers and sisters, Frances Glach, Anton Glach, Sr. Carolyn, OSB, Joe (Dorothy) Glach, Mary (Harold) Edwards, Anna Glach, Rudy (Nina) Glach and John (Lorraine) Glach; daughter-in-law, Connie Davis. She is survived by her...
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Terry Sue Borbely

October 13, 1945 - April 1, 2017

Terry Sue Borbely, 71, died April 1, 2017, in Pueblo. She was born Oct. 13, 1945, to Louis and Mary Kapel. Terry was preceded in death by her husband, Miklos "Mike" Borbely in 1999; parents; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Survived by cousins, Ron (Elaine) Volk of Pueblo, Judy Volk of Pueblo, Karen (Eric) Clark of Valencia, Calif., Roxanne Boitz and Harley of Grants Pass, Ore. and...
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Lee R. Grisham

April 17, 1929 - March 31, 2017

Lee E. Grisham, 87, passed away March 31, 2017. Survived by his wife, Mona L. Grisham; children, Bill (Ann Marie) Grisham of Los Angeles, Calif., Anne M. (Kenwyn Ann Boyer) Grisham of Las Vegas, Nev., Jay (Valerie) Knafelc of Colorado Springs, Jerry (Lisa) Knafelc of Highlands Ranch, Colo., Julee (Charles) DePreker of Martinez, Georgia; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; numerous...
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Robert Hoag Rawlings

August 3, 1924 - March 24, 2017

ROBERT HOAG RAWLINGS Bob Rawlings, Chairman and Editor of The Pueblo Chieftain and Sunday Chieftain and Pueblo Star-Journal, was born in Pueblo, Colo., on Aug. 3, 1924. He died on Friday, March 24, 2017. The son of John and Dorothy Hoag Rawlings, he was reared in Las Animas and graduated from Bent County High School in Las Animas in 1942. Rawlings matriculated at Colorado College in Colorado...
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Angelo C. Formico

March 26, 1925 - March 18, 2017

Angelo C. Formico Pueblo native, Angelo Formico, died on March 18, 2017, after battling serious illness for many months. He was born March 26, 1925. He attended Central High School, where he participated in the ROTC. In the early mornings, long before school began, he also worked in the school boiler room. Angelo graduated from Central High in June of 1943. One month after graduation, he...
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Patric Christopher Lukehart

March 18, 1974 - March 17, 2017

Patric Christopher Lukehart, 42, unexpectedly left his earthly bonds to go home to be with his Heavenly Father on March 17, 2017, just one day before his 43rd birthday. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Mannon and Sandy; sister, Tobi Rae of Las Vegas, Nev.; children, Jeremiah Barcelon and Alexis Ruybal; former wife, Jamie Barcelon; and aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Preceded in...
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Lily Santarelli

March 15, 1924 - March 16, 2017

Lily Santarelli, 93, passed away March 16, 2017, peacefully and surrounded by her family. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Judy Van Alstyne, Joe Carleo, Jim Carleo, Paula (John) Demchuk, and Mark (Michelle) Santarelli; sister-in-law Kate Santarelli; and special great-nephews, Adam (Jonell) Van Alstyne and Lucas (Laura) Van Alstyne. She is preceded in death by her brother, Pete...
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Anna J. Floyd

August 10, 1927 - March 14, 2017

Anna J. Floyd, 89, departed this world on March 14, 2017. In the final years of her life, she overcame cancer, yet ultimately succumbed to Alzheimer's disease. Her life was long and well-lived, and her indomitable spirit will live on in the many people whose lives she touched. Anna [Konogeris-Kelloff] Floyd was born in Trinidad, Colorado, on August 10, 1927, the fourth of seven children. She was...
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Robert Gene Parks

August 9, 1933 - March 13, 2017

Robert Gene "Bob" Parks, 83, departed this life on March 13, 2017, at peace with God and family. He was lovingly described as honest, trustworthy and patriotic. Born to Julia and Hershell "Jack" Parks on August 9, 1933. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Marianne "Mia"; and son, Thomas. He is survived by his wife, Cecilia "Fifi"; his children, Michael (Melissa), Julianna ...
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Robert Richards

February 1, 1931 - March 12, 2017

Robert "Bob" Richards, 86, left this world for eternal rest on Mar. 12, 2017. Survived by wife, Charlene "Dolly"; brother, Rev. Kenneth Richards; sons, Robert Jr. (Susie) and Jeff (Karyl); daughter, Roberta; grandsons, Geffery, Justin, Austin and Michael Richards and Josh Shisler; granddaughters, Tahnee Richards and Rachel Roper; great-grandchildren, Payton Roper and Ryder Shisler; brother...
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Modesto E. Maldonado

June 2, 1927 - March 11, 2017

Modesto E. "Maudie" Maldonado, 89, passed away March 11, 2017, at the Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center (SPVCLC). He was born June 2, 1927, in Walsenburg, Colo., to the union of Rafael and Lucianita (Martinez) Maldonado who preceded him in death as did brothers, Milton, Albert and Ernesto. Modesto graduated St. Mary's Catholic School. He served in WWII in the US Coast Guard...
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Paul E. Wiles

April 2, 1930 - March 11, 2017

Paul Wiles, 86, born Apr. 2, 1930, passed away Mar. 11, 2017. Survived by son, Greg; daughter, Lisa; granddaughter, April; and great-granddaughter, Victoria. Preceded in death by wife, Janice. Paul was retired from the Air Force and enjoyed writing books and listening to classical music. At his request there will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Service, 1:00 p.m....
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Robert Glenn Reed

September 29, 1931 - March 9, 2017

Robert Glenn Reed, age 85, passed away on March 9, 2017 at the Joni Fair Hospice House. Bob spent his entire life in Pueblo, Colorado. He graduated from Centennial High School and the Colorado School of Mines. He worked as an electrical engineer for the Colorado power utilities for his entire career retiring from the Black Hills Energy Company. Bob is a veteran of the U.S. Navy having served in...
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Luciano Barela

April 3, 1932 - March 8, 2017

Luciano "Louie" Barela, 84, passed away Mar. 8, 2017. Survived by wife, Martha Barela; children, Stella (Richard) Medina, Luciano Barela, Jr., Phil (Julie) Barela, Ray Barela, Ed (Anita) Barela, Steve Barela and Patti (Donovan) Gomez; special granddaughters, Melanie (Rosendo) Mondragon and Savannah Gomez; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in...
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Charlotte Laverne Bailey

February 7, 1956 - March 7, 2017

Charlotte Laverne Bailey, 61, passed away unexpectedly on Mar. 7, 2017. Survived by husband of 29 years, Jeff Bailey; children, Brandon Humphrey, Brian (Cindy) Humphrey, David (Heather Silva) Bailey and Brittney (Brett Johnson) Bailey; grandsons, Dylan and Tyler Humphrey; godmother of Alexa Montoya; sister, Dorothy Anaya; special nieces and nephew, Pam (Carl) Scarafiotti, Michelle Navarro and...
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Harold E. Mabie

October 27, 1926 - March 7, 2017

Harold E. Mabie, 90, passed away Mar 7, 2017. Survived by children, Van R. (Karen Burkhart) Mabie of San Diego, Calif., and Leslie G. (Tom) Towner of Lakewood, Colo.; brother, Dick (Ruth) of San Diego, Calif. and sister, Creta Ensley of Pueblo. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Beth; brother, Guy (Jean) San Diego, Calif.;and sister, Hazel Foreman of San Jose, Calif.; and numerous...
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Frank Dace

March 18, 1931 - March 7, 2017

Frank Dace, 85, passed away March 7, 2017. Survived by wife of 66 years, Carol J. Dace; children, Debbie DeGrado, Greg (Kathy) Dace, Marilyn McGrath, Brenda (Ralph) Wing; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by sister, Vera (John) Pacheco; brother, Raymond (Carol Sue) Dace; grandson, Luke Dace; and son-in-law...
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Cheryl Lynn Getts

February 14, 1951 - March 5, 2017

Cheryl Lynn Getts, our angel on earth is now soaring with the angels in heaven. Cheryl was born in Pueblo, Colo. on Feb. 14, 1951, and passed away Mar. 5, 2017. Survived by her father, William M. Getts; sisters, Gayle Getts-Howe and Maggie Thomas. Preceded in death by her mother, Lois J. Getts; and brother-in-law, John J. Howe, M.D. She loved to sing. Our eternal gratitude to Cheryl's angels...
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John William Thomas

February 4, 1914 - March 5, 2017

John William Thomas, a true gentleman, at age of 103, died at home on March 5, 2017. He is survived by son, William Merle Thomas and wife Judy; and daughter, Sandra Kaye Thomas and friend Bert Cooper. Grandfather of two, Julie Chamberlain and husband Dan, Jeffrey Thomas and wife, RoseAnna. Four great grandsons blessed his life, Joshua and Jason Chamberlain, Zachary and Trevor Thomas. Two...
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Yvette Elgart

October 11, 1923 - February 28, 2017

Yvette Elgart (née Abner) of Pueblo, Colo., died at the age of 93. She was born on October 11, 1923, in New Orleans, La. to Michael and Jessie Abner. She attended Centennial High and graduated in 1942. Yvette was married to Paul Elgart in 1948. Yvette worked at the family stores, House of Brides, Yard Stick, Michael's Men's Store, Smart Shop and Besse's Shop. She then worked at CF&I from...
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Barbara Cogswell Chidester

October 5, 1928 - February 26, 2017

Barbara Cogswell Chidester, 88, passed away at home on Feb. 26, 2017. She was born to George Owen Cogswell and Katharine Saxton Cogswell on Oct. 5, 1928, in Hamilton, Ohio. She was attending Pueblo Junior College (now Pueblo Community College) when she met Charles Max Chidester. They married on Aug. 16, 1951, in Fredericksburg, Va., where Charles was stationed with the Marine Corps. They lived...
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Phillip L. Garver

July 28, 1936 - February 19, 2017

Phillip L Garver, 80, born July 28, 1936, died Feb. 19, 2017. Predeceased by parents, Willard & Mildred Garver; son, Richard Garver; and granddaughter, Rebecca Ann Fouts. Survived by wife, Billie Garver; brother, Jerry (Barbara) Garver; sister, Linda Taylor; sons, Wayne Garver, Michael (Joan) Graham; daughter, Michelle Wichser; grandchildren, Alison (Steven)Alley, Andrew (Alisha) Graham, Phillip...
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Helen A. Porter

April 30, 1931 - February 18, 2017

Helen A. Porter, 85, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 18, 2017. Helen was born April 30, 1931, in Florence, Colo., to Frederick and Eleanor Huppert. She married Preston "Ray" Porter on Aug. 14, 1955. Preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Freda Hood; and brothers-in-law, Chuck Hood and James Evans. Survived by her daughters, Linda Rae (Jerry) Russell and Denise Lynne Thacker;...
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Josephine Lee Ochiato

September 24, 1920 - February 16, 2017

Josephine Lee Ochiato, 96, passed away Feb. 16, 2017. Left to cherish her memory are son, Charles Ochiato; son-in-law, Mike Pavicich; grandson, Michael (Mia) Pavicich; four great-grandchildren, Hudson, Palmer, Andrew and Josie; beloved nieces and nephews; special great-niece, companion and caregiver, Julie Pagano; as well as special nieces, Mary Jo Pagano-Stewart and Joy Lepik. Josephine is...
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Charles Froelich

May 12, 1938 - February 16, 2017

Charles Froelich, 78. Rosary, 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20, 2017, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017, at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 1132 W. Oro Grande Dr., Pueblo West, CO 81007
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Harvey S. Mizel

June 14, 1924 - February 15, 2017

Harvey S. Mizel, 92, passed away Feb. 15, 2017. Survived by his daughters, Jennifer Renee Mizel and Rebecca "Becky" Mizel; grandson, Max Mizel; as well as other beloved family and friends. Preceded in death by wife, Barbara Ann Mizel; parents, Rose Toltz Mizel and Nathan (Ida Plotkin) Mizel. Harvey was raised in Tulsa, Okla. and was a graduate of the University of Oklahoma. He came to Pueblo...
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Glen D. Burke

June 24, 1926 - February 14, 2017

Glen D. Burke, age 90, passed away on February 14, 2017. He was born to Donnelly Lee Burke and Edith Florence (Major) on June 24, 1926 in Elwood, Nebraska. He moved to Trinidad, Colorado with his family when he was in high school and lived most of his adult life in Pueblo, Colorado. He is survived by son, Ron Burke of Pueblo; son Hal Burke (Devon) of Pueblo and granddaughter Logan of Fort Collins...
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William E. Alt

March 12, 1936 - February 13, 2017

Colonel William E. "Bill" Alt, USAF (Ret), 80, born in Pueblo Mar. 12, 1936, died Feb. 13, 2017. Preceded in death by his parents, Eugene D. and Leta (Long) Alt. Survived by his wife, Betty, Pueblo; daughter, Brigadier General Eden Murrie (Ret) (Jon), Nashville, Tenn.; granddaughter, Devon Murrie, Nashville, Tenn.; sister, JoAnn (Mike) McCoy, Pueblo; and cousins, Leta (Gary) Wooley, Illinois...
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Midred L. Hall

December 24, 1921 - February 12, 2017

Mildred L. Hall, 95, of Pueblo, passed away Feb. 12, 2017. Millie was born on Dec. 24, 1921, in Gering Neb. Preceded in death by her parents, John (Lilly) Thomas and Ida (Amos) Slaughterback; husband, Walter E. Hall, Sr.; son, Walter E. Hall, Jr.; sister, Vivian (Ed) Lewis, Donald Thomas, Dean Thomas and James Thomas; and great grandson, Zachary Neal Hall. Survived by sons, Neal (Phyllis)...
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Gordon Michael Davis

November 8, 1980 - February 6, 2017

Gordon Michael Davis, 36, died unexpectedly 2/6/17. Survived by his parents, Gordon E. & Linda Davis; wife, Andrea; daughter, Bryce; step-sons, Charles McKim, Damien and Adrian Galindo; granddaughter, Violet; aunts, uncles; and closest cousins, Cari, Russell, Melissa, Jef and Jordon. Lifetime resident of Pueblo and Pueblo West. He loved being surrounded by family and friends, talking about good...
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Burley Jay Rovenstine

July 9, 1939 - February 6, 2017

Burley Jay Rovenstine, 77, better known as " Bud" or back in the day, "Rover" of Pueblo West Colo., went to be with the Lord Feb. 6, 2017, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born July 9, 1939, to Elvin and Nema Rovenstine, both preceding him in death. He was born and raised in Colorado Springs and was a graduate of Colorado Springs High School, Class of 57. Bud is survived by...
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Patricia Ann Vulgamore

April 6, 1941 - February 5, 2017

Patricia Ann Vulgamore, 75, passed away Feb. 5, 2017. Survived by husband, Cecil Rogers "Pete" Vulgamore; children, Bill, Fred and Sherri Vulgamore; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and brother, Charles Carrol. Patricia was born to John and Ada Carrol on April 6, 1941, in Liberty, Mo. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Service at a later date. Online condolences, www...
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Florence M. Tilton

April 17, 1929 - February 4, 2017

Florence M. Tilton, 87, passed away Feb. 4, 2017. Survived by children, Kathleen, Janice, Fred and Darryl; eight grandchildren; and several great and great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Ray; and daughter, Shirley. Florence was born on April 17, 1929, in British Columbia, Canada. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Private family services. In lieu of food and...
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David C. White

November 19, 1954 - February 2, 2017

David C. White, 62, passed away Feb. 2, 2017. Survived by wife, Rhonda White; half brother and sister, Gary and Cindi Merritt; mother-in-law, Mae Page; sisters and brothers-in-law, Marylou Webster, Eugenia and Evalina Page, Yvonne Soper and Ritner Page; nephew, Raymond; cousin, Rita Mock; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law...
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Msgr. Leonard E. Racki

November 6, 1928 - January 30, 2017

Monsignor Leonard E. Racki, 88, passed away Jan. 30, 2017. Survived by his brother, Norman Racki of Buffalo, N.Y., as well as all his fellow priests, sisters and deacons of the Pueblo Diocese. Preceded in death by his sisters, Alice Feyes and Norma Kowalczyk. Born to Chester and Anna Racki on Nov. 6, 1928, in Buffalo, N.Y. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Msgr. Racki attended...
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Inge M. Oechsle

April 5, 1942 - January 29, 2017

Inge Oechsle, 74, passed away Jan. 29, 2017. Inge was born in Germany on April 5, 1942, immigrated to the United States in 1960 and became a citizen in 1966. She was employed by US West, retiring in 1995 as a technical assistant in engineering. Upon retiring, she became active in Assistance League of Pueblo. She was one of the founding members the Pueblo German Club and served as its president...
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Jack E. Isenhour

January 23, 1927 - January 29, 2017

Jack E. Isenhour, 90, passed away Jan. 29, 2017. Survived by his children, Kathryn (Greg) Musso and Steven (Melanie) Isenhour; grandchildren, Krysta Musso and Trystan Isenhour. Preceded in death by his wife, Beverly C. (Beach) Isenhour; parents, brother, Eugene Isenhour; and granddaughter, Kayleigh Musso. Jack was born to Clarence and Kathryn Isenhour on Jan. 23, 1927, in Scottsbluff, Neb. ...
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William G. Turman

December 31, 1924 - January 25, 2017

Dr. William "Bill" G. Turman, 92, of Pueblo, Colo., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017 at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital after a brief stay due to a respiratory illness. William was born Dec. 31, 1924, in Portland, Ore. to Charles and Lydia Turman. After attending Madeline College at Oxford University and graduating from Syracuse Medical School in 1948, William enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Captain...
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Philip Donald DeHaven

January 24, 2017

Philip Donald DeHaven was born on February 22, 1923, to Phillip DeHaven and Helen Kneule in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Philip had an older sister Mildred Sprouce who passed away in October 1989. Philip was baptized on July 1, 1923, by Pastor C.M. Snyder at Grace Lutheran Church in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Philip had a love of baseball. After graduating high school, he played the position of...
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Robert Lee Ohlsen, Jr.

May 28, 1943 - January 21, 2017

Robert Lee "Bob" Ohlsen, Jr., 94, passed away Jan. 21, 2017. Bob was born to Christina and Robert Lee Ohlsen on Nov. 5, 1922, the fourth of six children (Verle, Thomas, Margaret, and Melvin, all deceased, and Marilyn), in rural Whitewater, Kan. After graduating from Whitewater High School, Bob married Dorothy Jean Miers, also of Whitewater, a marriage which continued for nearly 74 years. Bob...
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Rienhardt Ralph Bernhardt

January 29, 1927 - January 19, 2017

Rienhardt Ralph Bernhardt, 89, passed away Jan. 19, 2017. Survived by wife of 69 years, Ileen Bernhardt; children, Gregory (Susan Praeger) Bernhardt, Deborah Bernhardt, Valerie (Jeff Koiter) Bernhardt and Rebecca (Frank) Milinazzo; grandchildren, Sarah Bernhardt, Amanda Felthager, Ginny Bayes, Christopher Bernhardt, Wylie Bayes, James Wiseman, Rachel Mathews and Stephanie Milinazzo; great...
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Dalene Sample Prelesnik

September 5, 1942 - January 19, 2017

Dalene "Dee" Sample Prelesnik, 74, was transferred to our Father Jesus Christ's Kingdom on Jan. 19, 2017, after a long battle with COPD and CHF which was too much to overcome. Dee was born Sept. 5, 1942. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver and Evelyn Sample; son, Robert Vinci; sister, Debbie Martinez; and brother, Ronald Huston. Survived by her husband of 39 years who was by her...
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Helen Kostos

April 10, 1926 - January 18, 2017

Helen (Argys) Kostos, 90, of Pueblo, Colo., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017. Mrs. Helen Kostos, daughter of the late Gus and Katherine Argys, was born April 10, 1926, in Salida, Colo. Helen had four siblings, Johnny, Esther, Alice, and Louis whom she shared her childhood with. She was United in Holy Matrimony to Samuel Neal Kostos in July of 1950. They were blessed with two...
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Gary R. Cruts

February 12, 1943 - January 16, 2017

Gary R. Cruts, 73, departed this life peacefully at his home in Pueblo on Jan. 16, 2017. He was born to Raymond and Zella May (Clark) Cruts on Feb. 12, 1943, in Colorado Springs and graduated from Palmer High School. He married the love of his life Marge (Rolfes) from Sibley, Iowa. In 2007, he retired after working 46 years for Safeway. They enjoyed their life together spending time with family,...
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Barbara Jean Hibler

January 24, 1939 - January 16, 2017

Barbara Jean Hibler, 77, passed away Jan. 16, 2017. Survived by her husband, John B. Hibler; children, Marc K. Hibler and Traci C. (David) Hampton; grandchildren, Scott, Natasha and Nicole Hibler and Michael Hampton; and sisters, Celene (Thomas) Pickard and Lisa (Rick) Walker. Preceded in death by her parents, Allene and Clarence Milberg; and daughter-in-law, Judy Hibler. Barbara was born Jan....
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Velma Rose Winch

January 11, 1931 - January 15, 2017

Velma Rose Winch [nee Riggio, Zupancic] passed on Jan. 15, 2017. She was born Jan. 11, 1931, to Nick Riggio and Mary Ganatta in Pueblo. She was a loving mother who cared deeply for her family. She most enjoyed time with her grandchildren and handicrafts. Survived by children, John (Linda) Zupancic, Lyn (Mike) Gott, Roberta (Mike) Trani, Jeff (Therese) Zupancic, Gary Zupancic and Mary (Scott)...
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June Ann Hebein

December 26, 1927 - January 14, 2017

June Ann (Stewart) Hebein, 89, passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017. Born December 26, 1927, in Columbus, Ohio to Sherman Sigsbee and Mabel Marie "Mary" (Purcell) Stewart. June had one sister, Lois R. Harris and one step-brother, David E. Ryan. She attended Hollywood High School and it was in San Diego, Calif. that she met the love of her life, Frederick J. "Fritz" Hebein. They were married on...
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John Anthony Giarratano

November 18, 1921 - January 14, 2017

John Anthony Giarratano, 95, born Nov. 18, 1921, and passed away Jan. 14, 2017. Preceded in death by his parents, Giovanni Giarratano and Angela Di Salvo; wife, Elizabeth "Betty" Rozboril; siblings, Joseph "Peps", Calogero "Carl", Domenica "Mamie" Murgel, Sam and Philip; children, Teresa Comiskey and Janet Louise Giarratano deceased as infant; and granddaughter, Amy Comiskey. Also preceded in...
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Robert B. Kerns

December 8, 1931 - January 13, 2017

Robert B. Kerns, 85, passed away on 13 Jan 2017. He was preceded in death by parents, William and Florence Kerns; and brothers, Guy and Kenneth Kerns. Robert is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ruth; daughter, Rebecca; and sons, Daniel (Melinda), David (Deborah), and Jon (Kelly); 11 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Robert was born on 8 Dec 1931, and raised in Firth, Nebraska. He joined...
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Joan Stone

March 29, 1938 - January 12, 2017

Joan Stone, 78, born March 29, 1938, and went to be with the Lord January 12, 2017. Survived by daughters, Tammy Stone, Cathy (Ron) DeSalvo; grandchildren, Christopher Dotson, Justin Van Meter, Gillian (Brian) McCain, Steven Stone, Alasha (Dustin) Boulet, Patricia (Trevor) Sams, Jacob DeSalvo and Nicholas DeSalvo; great-grandchildren, Levi, Violet, Oliver, Penny, Elliot, Elijah, Asher and Zooey...
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Abe Milton Trimble

October 9, 1942 - January 10, 2017

Abe Milton Trimble, 74, passed away Jan. 10, 2017. Survived by wife, Sara; siblings, Jim (Pat) Trimble, Otis Trimble and Carol (Don) Morton; daughters, Diane Alacron and Angela Lovato; seven grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents; and children, Joe Lovato and Tiffany Ellis. Abe was born to Milton and Pauline Trimble on Oct. 9, 1942,...
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Rebecca E. Farrells

June 26, 1953 - January 10, 2017

Rebecca E. Farrells, 63, passed away Jan. 10, 2017. Survived by children, Chad Farrells of Colorado City, Heather Farrells of Colorado Springs and Bethany (Emilio) Vadnais of New York; granddaughter, Destiny Farrells; and soon to be born great-granddaughter, Emily Rae; siblings, Janet (Jon) Olsen, Rusty Perkins, Robert (Shirley) Perkins and Clifford (GiGi) Perkins; and numerous nieces and...
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Alfred Brianza

March 29, 1943 - January 9, 2017

Alfred "Fred" Brianza, 73, passed away Jan. 9, 2017. Survived by wife, Lora Brianza; daughter, Sherry (Jeff) Lenhart; love of his life, grand-daughter, Rachelle Lenhart; sister-in-law, Kathy Pepin; brothers-in-law, Bill Shoaf and Shane (Trish) Shoaf; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by mother-in-law, Roberta Payne; brother-in-law, Tim Pepin; and nephew, Robert...
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Elberta J. Wolfe

December 24, 1929 - January 8, 2017

Elberta J. Wolfe, 87, passed away Jan. 8, 2017. Survived by her daughters, Connie (Jack) Pratt of Irondale, Mo. and Diana (Hector) Belardo of Pueblo; daughter-in-law, Theresa Hochevar of Pueblo; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Preceded in death by her parents, Elbert and Eunice (Cargill) Calder; husband, Donald Wolfe; and son, Wayne Wolfe. Elberta was...
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Donna Jean Childress

February 3, 1932 - January 7, 2017

Donna Jean Childress, 84, passed away on January 7, 2017. She was born February 3, 1932 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, to Alice and Alva West. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, James Austin Childress; 2 children, Debbie (Jeff) Childress; Mike (Cathy) Childress; 4 grandchildren, Elizabeth (Thomas) Parker; Melissa (David) Zeleznikar; Samantha (Kyle) Swindler; Kat Childress; 2 great...
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Jason A. Turner

September 18, 1985 - January 3, 2017

Jason A. Turner, 31, passed away Jan. 3, 2017 in Pueblo, Colorado. Survived by parents Duane and Debra (Goebel) Turner; Siblings Carl H. Turner and Sara (Matthew) Breckenridge; Grandparents, Beatrice Turner and Jane (Charles) LaMere, of Pueblo; Aunts and Uncles, Cindy (James) Kramer of Pueblo, Desiree (Karl) Krieger of Texas and Vernon (Cindy) Goebel of Texas; Niece and Nephews, Melissa, Austin...
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JoAnn Bertholf

March 19, 1933 - January 3, 2017

Dear JoAnn, As I write this last note to you, I want both of us to be thankful for all the friends we have who have made our lives so wonderful. You were born in Pueblo, Colo. on Mar. 19, 1933, to parents, Grady and Margaret (Hawkins) Judy. They have preceded your death. Our daughter, June (James Wilson, dec.) Bertholf-Wilson of Albuquerque, N.M. and grandchildren, Jonathan (Sammi Portillo)...
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Ruth Marie Heller

September 3, 1939 - January 2, 2017

Ruth Marie Heller, 77, passed away Jan. 2, 2017. Survived by her sister, Helen (Joe) Maldonado; brother, Lawrence (Carol) Burry; sisters-in-law, Dorothy and Syble Burry; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, Hugh and Marian Burry; husband, Glenn Heller; brothers, Marion and Chester Burry. Ruth was born Sept. 3, 1939, in Pueblo. She was a...
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Charles Geddes Campbell

April 26, 1942 - January 2, 2017

Charles Geddes "Chuck" Campbell, Jr., born to Juanita S. Campbell and Charles Geddes Campbell, Sr., was with us from April 26, 1942, until January 2, 2017. Survived by his son, Jason Bryan Campbell (Jason's wife, Mrs. Karen Ann Campbell) of Colorado Springs, Colo.; granddaughter, Victoria Anne Steen of Farmington, N.M.; grandson, Lorien Lazai Hof; and granddaughter, Delenn Dianne Campbell of...
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Cw Rodgers

January 2, 2017 - January 2, 2017

CW Rodgers, 87, passed away Dec. 31, 2016. Survived by children, Rick (Mary) Rodgers, Dan (Sally) Rodgers and Shari (Mike) Jones; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Preceded in death by his wife of 50+ years, Lorraine Rodgers. CW was born to Grace and Melvin Rodgers on Dec. 1, 1929, in Oklahoma City, Okla. and was a Staff Sergeant in the US Air Force, serving 17 months in Korea...
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Ysabel Martinez

November 17, 1952 - January 1, 2017

Ysabel "Bella" Martinez, 64, passed on Dec. 29, 2016, at her home in Pueblo. Born on Nov. 17, 1952, in Rocky Ford, Colo. to Bernardino and Amada Martinez. Bella was the youngest of nine siblings. She was a 1971 graduate from Rocky Ford High School and went on to work in several areas, culminating in the love she had for the electronics field. Bella is survived by her children, Carolyn (Barry)...
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Elsa Klaiman

January 17, 1927 - January 1, 2017

Elsa Klaiman, 89, passed away January 1, 2017. Survived by daughter, Linda Bauer; sons, Henry (Ann) and Daniel; grandchildren, Katrina Tauba Fitzig (Nachum) and Shoshanna Leah Bauer (Mike Bohlmann); great-grandchildren Sophia Bauer-Macaraeg and Yossel, Chana, and Eda Fitzig. Born in Poland in 1927, Elsa survived the Holocaust, as did Bill, her husband of 67 years. They met in the days following...
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Betty J. Ammann

April 1, 1924 - December 31, 2016

Betty J. Ammann (nee Bunnell) died at home on Dec. 31, 2016, in Pueblo, Colorado, age 92, following a brief illness. She leaves her daughters, Sharon (formerly Donato) Mirabella, and Noralee Hughes and her husband Jim Hughes; grandchildren Susanna (Mark) Donato, Melissa (Ky) Kulesa, Tracy Hughes and Joshua Hughes; great-granddaughters Lydia Donato, Alexandria Lundblade, Breanna Lundblade, Ava...
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Glenn Valdetero

January 13, 1930 - December 31, 2016

Glenn Valdetero, 86, passed away Dec. 31, 2016. Survived by his wife of 64 years, Alice Valdetero; children, Donna Valdetero, Jerry Valdetero, Janelle Underriner and Gary Valdetero; grandchildren, Marsha McDermott, Jeremy Valdetero, Jamie Valdetero, Dario Valdetero, Kit Underriner, Abrianna Valdetero and Forrest Valdetero; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Preceded in...
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Robert John Sandoval

August 17, 1952 - December 31, 2016

Robert "Bob" J. Sandoval was born August 17, 1952, to the union of Juan and Loyola Sandoval and entered the gates of heaven on Dec. 31, 2016. He is survived by his parents; loving wife, Loretta Vigil-Sandoval; daughters, Sherri (Gerald) Holmes, Jessica (Bruce) Sena and Raeann Vigil; grandchildren, Carlos, Angelique (John), Leelah, Charli, Kaelen, Amaya, Eliana and Chevy; great-grandson,...
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