Obituaries
Henry Ferguson
Jan 18, 2025
Henry (Bo, Hank) Ferguson, a beloved son, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Indiahoma, Oklahoma in 1943.
Henry lived a full and vibrant life defined by love, dedication, and an unwavering passion for the Denver Broncos.
After moving to Palisade Colorado in 1957 he was a Graduate of Palisade...
Frances Irene Rollaine
Jan 17, 2025
Frances “Fran” Rollaine passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado, just days shy of her 96th birthday. Born on January 26, 1929, in Montrose, Colorado, Fran was the youngest of four sisters and grew up surrounded by love and laughter.
In California, she met Jack, the love of her life. The two were married on Christmas Eve...
Corben William Buniger
Jan 17, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Corben William Buniger, 20, of Fruita, Colorado. He was born on July 18, 2004, in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Corben was a bright, gentle soul whose kindness and love touched the lives of all who knew him. Corben’s warmth, kindness, and caring nature were felt by all who knew him. He...
Marlo Dietrich Reimer
Jan 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marlo Dietrich Reimer, a loving husband, father, grand father and great grandfather of Grand Junction, Colorado on January 16, 2025 at the age of 91. He was born on August 21, 1933. He was one of 9 children born to Dietrich and Nellie Reimer, Mennonite farmers of Newton, Kansas....
Abigail Shealeen Crespin
Jan 15, 2025
Abigail Shealeen Crespin, Age 36 passed away January 15, 2025 following a sudden illness.
Abby was born on December 10, 1988, in Grand Junction, CO. She was the daughter of Charles Mark Ross and Kristie Dee Ross of Grand Junction, CO.
Abby was friendly, outgoing, sweet, and strong.
She was a dedicated mom, a loving wife, an amazing friend, and a sweet soul.
Abby...
Timothy Lee Hughey
Jan 14, 2025
Tim was born on Christmas Eve, 1962, in Farmington, New Mexico to Larry George and Shirley Eleanor Hughey. He was the second of two sons. The family soon moved to Grand Junction and Tim completed his education at Grand Junction High School. For a period of time, he worked in food service at the Holiday Inn and then joined Mesa...
Scott Robert Dix
Jan 12, 2025
Scott R. Dix, September 19, 1946 passed away after a long battle with cancer on January 12, 2025. He is survived by his wife Oona, daughter Terri, stepdaughter Jennifer, stepson Will, granddaughter Brooke, sisters Kathy and Terry, brother Tony and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Patrick Dix and daughter Lori.
Scott was born in Waukegan, Illinois...
Hildegard Anna Carrizo
Jan 12, 2025
Hildegard Anna Carrizo passed on Saturday, January 12, 2025 at the age of 94 in hospice care at Hopewest of Grand Junction, Colorado.
Having been born in April 26th, 1930 in Mannheim, Germany, she was a 1956 immigrant to New York and became a naturalized US citizen. She recently lived on her own for 22 years, after her husband Albert Carrizo...
Shirley Irene Lee
Jan 11, 2025
Shirley Irene Lee (Jacobsen) was well known for her stunning blue eyes, contagious smile, her travel career, her genuine love for the Lord and countless others. Survived by 6 children Marilyn Crust, Richard Lee, Kathleen Williams, Loren Snyder, Stacey Harrison and Sheryl Kleven. And 35 Grand & Great grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband Robert Lee, Lloyd Snyder, & Grandson...
Sante Joseph Di Cresce
Jan 7, 2025
Sante Joseph Di Cresce, a cherished member of the community, was born on March 15, 1951, in Queens, New York. He passed away on January 7, 2025, at Canyon View Care Center in Palisade, Colorado, after a battle with Covid, Alzheimer's, and ALS.
Sante's life was marked by his unwavering kindness and deep compassion for others. With an infectious smile and...
Jo Ann Gipp
Jan 6, 2025
Jo Ann Gipp passed away at the age of 90 peacefully on January 6th, 2025. She was born July 20th, 1934 in Marion, Iowa to Clement and Maxine McGowan. She met her future husband, George Gipp while taking piano lessons. She married George when she was 17 and they had two children, Greg Gipp and Cindy Jo Grindle.
In their early...
Jacqueline Delores Haidich
Jan 6, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jacqueline (Jackie) Delores Haidich, age 93, on January 6, 2025, following a brief illness. Born on July 3, 1931, in Oswego, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Vae Hattersley.
A true trailblazer for working mothers, Jackie balanced a successful career with the demands of raising three...
Helen Caroline Brown
Jan 5, 2025
Helen Caroline Brown July 4, 1933-January 5, 2025
Helen Caroline Brown, 91, passed away on January 5, 2025. She was a dedicated mother to two sons, raising them as a single parent after her divorce in 1969. Helen was known for her profound faith, often described as the epitome of a Godly woman, whose life was a testament to her...
Jessie Kate Mello
Jan 5, 2025
How do you sum up someone’s life in one page?
You don’t. That’s why it’s called a lifetime.
Jessie was a woman of incredible talent, character, and love. She made you want to be the best you could be, no matter what. Her mere presence brought people together and allowed others to find the strengths that made them unique. She would celebrate...
Keith LaMar Podbevsek Sr.
Jan 5, 2025
Keith LaMar Podbevsek Sr., age 86, passed away peacefully January 5, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
He was born on January 15, 1938, in Lyman, Wyoming.
He was a dedicated husband, father, community volunteer (E.M.T., Firefighter, and Garfield County Sheriff Deputy), successful business owner, an accomplished Square Dance caller for over 50 years, and was inducted into the Square Dance Caller Hall...
Richard Romero
Jan 3, 2025
Richard Romero passed away January 3, 2025 at the age of 79. Richard was born in Silt Colorado to Felix Romero and Arolinda Garcia on April 08, 1945. They both preceded him in death.
Richard is survived by his sisters, Carolina Collins of Arizona, Sylvia Cortez of St. George Utah, and Ruby (Angie) Romero of East Palmdale California.
He was also preceded...
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