Obituaries
Donald Dean Waller
Nov 6, 2024
Donald Dean Waller passed away at 84 years of age, on November 6th, 2024 at the Ferris Care Center (HopeWest) in Grand Junction, CO. Don was born on July 24th, 1940 in Barron, Wisconsin. He was the son of the late Pete and Ruby Waller of Chetek, Wisconsin.
Don graduated from Chetek High School and was a four year Veteran of...
Mary Helen deKoevend
Nov 6, 2024
Mary Helen (Ayer) deKoevend of Grand Junction, Co age 95 died November 6, 2024, in the care of “Hope West” of dementia.
She was born October 20, 1929, in Paonia, Colorado. She was the first born daughter of the late Burtis “Bill” and Mary Ayer.
Mary Helen attended school in Onion Valley and Crawford. She graduated from Crawford High School (Crawford, CO)....
Tim F Peyton
Nov 5, 2024
Tim F Peyton age 74 passed away November 5, 2024 following a long illness. Born on September 9, 1950 in Grand Junction Colorado. Tim is survived by his two daughters Shauna Schaefer (Daniel) and Rachael (Jonathan) and his six grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Janet Peyton and his sister Marla Peyton. Tim served in...
Dianne Draper
Nov 3, 2024
Lynn Dianne (Hurd)Draper, 75, formerly of Larwill, Indiana, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Family Health West Memory Care in Fruita, Colorado on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Dianne was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on November 4, 1948 to William Max and Doris Jean (Arnold) Hurd, the eldest of four daughters. A graduate of South Whitley...
Dale J. Hunt
Nov 3, 2024
Dale was the youngest child of 4 children. He is survived by his brother Bob Hunt and his sister Jan Frick. His brother Jack Hunt preceded him in death. They remained a close and loving family all their life. He had a close and loving relationship with his in laws as well.
He is survived by his wife Twila. They had...
Michael Paul Collett
Nov 2, 2024
Michael Paul Collett, 71, of Grand Junction, Colorado passed away November 2, 2024 after a very brief, but valiant battle with an aggressive form of cancer. Mike was born March 8, 1953 in Alamosa, to J. Fred and Margaret Collett. Soon after Mike was born, the family moved back to Eagle County. Mike was raised in Gypsum, alongside his siblings...
Timothy Daniel Lockyer
Nov 2, 2024
Timothy Daniel Lockyer, 59, died unexpectedly on November 2nd, 2024.
Born January 1st, 1965 in California to Daniel Lockyer and Camille Thomas.
Tim had a love for Jesus, his kids, grandkids, family, friends and golf.
Tim was always laughing and joking with others, always asking “what movie is this from” and quoting a movie line.
Timothy was preceded in death by his mother Camille,...
Dale Nickerson
Nov 1, 2024
Dale passed away on November 1, 2024. He was a devoted loving father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He will be deeply missed by many. He was the sweetest man ever. Unfortunately God needed him home. For most of his life he was a work-a-holic and spent most of it doing taxes. He is survived by his son, Kurt Nickerson; granddaughter,...
Jeri Sue Thompson
Oct 31, 2024
Jeri Sue Keller Thompson, 83, passed away on Thursday, October 31 at her daughter’s home.
Jeri was born to Karl John Keller and Eula Mae Sauerbrunn on May 25, 1941 in San Diego, California. They moved around the country to various military bases until the family settled in their native city of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She graduated from Pine Bluff Hugh...
Ellen Lee Buxton
Oct 31, 2024
Ellen Lee Buxton passed away to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on October 31, 2024 following a very lengthy time of illness.
Born December 15, 1954 in Bethesda Maryland and adopted by Jack and Mary Norrington where she grew up in Annapolis Maryland
After several years of working many different positions including Yuma County Public Fiduciary, she met her...
Debra Lynn Pummell
Oct 30, 2024
We are very saddened to announce the passing of Deb Forsgren (Pummell) at the age of 68. Deb passed away at the family farm where she was raised. Deb was born on August 15, 1956 to Clyde and Cora Forsgren in Grand Junction ,Colorado. She was a breast cancer survivor that lived in Vernal, Utah for many years. Where she...
James Neil Whiteman
Oct 30, 2024
My dad Jim was a family man, I remember every morning watching him get ready for work. Filing his huge thermos with coffee, making his lunch on a crisp morning. The sound of his jacket and boots made as he zipped up and headed out the door. He worked hard outdoors in the beautiful mountains of Western Colorado. Working for...
John Charles Fulham
Oct 29, 2024
John Charles Fulham, 86 passed away on October 29, 2024 at Hope West Care Center in Grand Junction, Co surrounded by his family. John was born March 28, 1938 in Colorado Springs, Co. At 18, he graduated from Saint Francis de Sales High School. He continued his education at Regis University, Western State College, and University of Denver. In 1964...
Betty Esther Houseman
Oct 27, 2024
Betty Esther Houseman, 86, of Grand Junction, passed away on 10/27/24 following a 2 ½ year battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).
Betty was born on 3/9/1938 in Silt, Colorado, she was the daughter of the late Mark and Esther Ukele. Betty was one of four children; Ed (deceased), Bob, and Bill (deceased). She was a twin with her brother Bob.
Betty...
Paula Johnson
Oct 27, 2024
Paula Kay Johnson, 55, passed away peacefully on 10/27/2024.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paula Kay (PK) Johnson, beloved mother, daughter, sister, auntie, niece, cousin, and friend. Born on October 21, 1969, at Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA, Paula was known for her kindness, warm heart, and expressive personality. Her greatest joy came from being...
Roberta Mae Hatfield
Oct 27, 2024
Roberta Mae Hatfield, aged 85, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024 in Grand Junction Colorado after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 28, 1938 in Fowler Kansas, Roberta was known for her elegance and style, which she carried into her career in the fashion industry. She embodied a life of class and dedication always prioritizing...
Dillon Justin Walker
Oct 24, 2024
Dillon Justin Walker left this earth on Thursday October 24, 2024. Dillon was born on August 22, 1992 in Anaheim, CA. He will be remembered for his huge heart and always wanting to help spirit. Dillon was always an old soul that was loved by many. Dillon was extremely smart and talented. He will be sorely missed by all who...
Samuel Luke Ross
Oct 24, 2024
Samuel Luke Ross, age 12, of Durango, Colorado, was born on March 4, 2012, in Grand Junction, Colorado. He passed away on October 24, 2024, leaving a legacy of compassion, friendship, and an infectious joy for life.
Samuel was a spirited young boy who brought warmth and kindness to everyone he met. Known for his boundless energy and love for adventure,...
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