Obituaries

Randal Wiseman

Randal Wiseman

May 15, 2025

Randal (Randy) Lee Wiseman, 73, died peacefully on May 15, 2025.

Born March 11, 1952 in Delta, Colorado, he was the son of the late Eldon and Cornelia Wiseman.

Randy graduated from Central High School, Grand Junction Colorado, where he was a wrestler. He soon married his high school sweetheart, Tisa. They would’ve been married 55 years in June.

Randy was a heavy...

Michael "Doc" King

Michael "Doc" King

May 29, 2025

Michael “Doc” King, of Grand Junction, CO, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025 in his home at the age of 67.

Michael grew up in Kansas City, KS and graduated from Pembroke Country Day School in 1976. That fall he moved to Colorado where he attended CU Boulder and the Denver Institute of Technology. His work ethic was unbeatable. An...

Sarah Leigh Gerber

Sarah Leigh Gerber

Jun 3, 2025

Sarah Leigh Gerber, 85, passed away peacefully, with her children by her side, on June 3,2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado.

She was born in Bay, Arkansas, attended school in South Bend, Indiana, and was a long-time resident of Grafton, Wisconsin. For the past 15 years, she resided in East Point, Georgia, near her son and his family. 

Sarah led a life defined...

Doris Katherene Bodwell

Doris Katherene Bodwell

May 26, 2025

Doris Katherene Bodwell, age 95, died May 26, 2025, following a long illness.

Born July 14, 1929, in Liberal Kansas, she was the daughter of the late Otto Bradford Cullins and Serediah Compton.

She graduated high school in Grand Junction Colorado in 1947. After this in her adult years she went to Real Estate school and was a Realtor and interior decorator....

Kirby Shaun Burchett

Kirby Shaun Burchett

May 25, 2025

Kirby Shaun Burchett, 67, of Grand Junction, Colorado, unexpectedly passed away on May 25, 2025. Born December 18, 1958, in Rangely, Colorado, he was the son of the late Jack Burchett and Marilyn Burchett.

Kirby graduated from Rangely High School in 1977 then attended Mesa State College before embarking on his career path in the Oil and Gas Industry. In June...

Astom Mathilde Baroumbaye

Astom Mathilde Baroumbaye

May 24, 2025

Astom Mathilde Baroumbaye, aged 22, passed away on Saturday, May 24th, 2025, after a tragic accident at Mesa Monument.

Born on September 6th, 2002, in N'djamena, Chad, Africa, Mathilde was the beloved daughter of Noubaïssem (Nouba) and Dobou Yogue (Florence), who lived in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Mathilde graduated from Central High School and continued her education at Colorado Mesa University for 2...

Clara Loya Medina

Clara Loya Medina

May 23, 2025

Clara Loya Medina nació el 6 de enero de 1957, en la cd. de Santa Barbara Chihuahua Mx,

creció en La Parra Chihuahua Mx, y realizo sus estudios en El Álamo Chihuahua Mx

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El 31 de marzo de 1979 contrajo matrimonio con el amor de su vida el Sr. Raúl Alcalá Lazos estableciendo su hogar en Hidalgo del Parral Chihuahua, Mx.

fruto de...

Deanna J Hobbs

Deanna J Hobbs

May 21, 2025

Deanna J. (Parton) Hobbs passed into eternity with her Lord and Savior on May 21, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colo. She was born on October 3, 1937, in Newberg, Ore., to Gilbert and Hazel Parton, growing up in Portland, and lived her adult life in the Denver, Colo., area and in Pasadena, Calif.

Mrs. Hobbs was preceded in death by her...

William Ewen Wells Jr.

William Ewen Wells Jr.

May 21, 2025

Bill Wells, 81, passed away on May 21st following a hard-fought battle after complications from surgery, with his wife and children by his side. He was born in Denver on October 6th, 1943 to William Wells Sr. and Gladys Wells (née Staley). On January 29th, 1965, he married the love of his life, Martha (née Stiefer).

Bill served his country proudly...

Kathleen Denise Bryant

Kathleen Denise Bryant

May 20, 2025

Kathleen Denise Bryant

February7 1958-May 20 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kathleen Bryant.

Kat was a distinguished veteran of the US Navy, who departed this life with honor and dignity. Kat's life was a testament to courage, dedication and unwavering service to her county. Throughout her exemplary career in the navy, Kat epitomized the highest ideals...

C. Gary Scott

C. Gary Scott

May 20, 2025

Gary was born in Grand Junction Colorado April 16, 1939 to Charles & Marvel Scott. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Dennis Scott, Sister, Norma Cozzette and Nephew, Daniel Scott.

Gary served in the Navy from 1957-1961. He married Diana Avery on July 2, 1971. He retired from AT&T as a communications technician. After retirement he worked as...

Jack Rollaine

Jack Rollaine

May 18, 2025

Jack Rollaine, known fondly as Grandad, Pookie, Daddy Jack, and Grandy, passed away on May 18, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado, at the age of 98. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Jack lived a life distinguished by quiet strength, devotion, and deep love.

Born on June 23, 1926, Jack's early life was marked by resilience and determination. Growing...

Noel Louise Rademacher

Noel Louise Rademacher

May 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Noel Louise Rademacher

With heavy hearts and enduring love, we share the passing of Noel Louise Rademacher, who left this world on May 18, 2025, at the age of 49.

Born in Spokane, Washington, Noel graduated from Lewis and Clark High School. Though her formal education ended there, her life was a testament to the power of intellect,...

John Gordon Riccillo IV

John Gordon Riccillo IV

May 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Gordon Riccillo IV, who left us way too soon on May 16, 2025, at the age of 34. Born on November 3, 1990, at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado. 

John’s journey through life was filled with love, adventure, and an indomitable spirit that touched everyone who knew...

Edith Nelda Gomoke

Edith Nelda Gomoke

May 15, 2025

Edie Nelda Gomoke, age 81, passed away on May 15, 2025, after courageously battling her second fight with breast cancer.

She was born on June 23, 1943, in Globe, Arizona, to James Roland Turner and Ruth (Cochran) Turner.

Edie earned her nursing degree from Yavapai College in Prescott, Arizona, in 1972. She went on to serve as a devoted Registered Nurse for...