Obituaries

Charles Arthur Kammer

Charles Arthur Kammer

Jul 23, 2025

Charles Arthur Kammer

April 30, 1937 – July 23, 2025

Charles Arthur Kammer, age 88, passed away peacefully in his home at Grand Junction, Colorado, on July 23, 2025. Born on April 30, 1937, in Marine City, Michigan, Charles was the beloved son of Mary Kathryn Densmore and Arthur “Art” William Kammer. He was preceded in death by his parents, seven siblings,...

Freddie Lee Chitwood

Freddie Lee Chitwood

Jul 16, 2025

Fred Chitwood, 77, died July 16, 2025 after admitting into hospice at Hope West.

He was born on August 3, 1947 in Pilot Knob, Missouri. He was the son of the late Omer Lee Chitwood and Alma Wilma Chitwood

He was a Veteran of the US Marines

Manager at McDonald's restaurant at Natural Bridge & Hanley near University of Missouri-St Louis. He was...

Ronald Bert Keele

Ronald Bert Keele

Jul 16, 2025

Ronald “Ron” Bert Keele, age 55, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at his home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, following a courageous three-year battle with cancer.

Ron was born August 16, 1969, in Grand Junction, Colorado, to Fay Ann Greene and Ron Bert Keele.

Ron was a gifted carpenter. Ron enjoyed driving around Grand Junction and pointing out the houses he...

Mack "Joe" Robert Starnes

Mack "Joe" Robert Starnes

Jul 16, 2025

Matthew 25:21 says “Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.” These are the words Jesus said as Mack Robert Starnes stepped into eternity on Wednesday, July 16th. He was 92 years old. Mack was born on...

Gustavo Garcia Rosas

Gustavo Garcia Rosas

Jul 15, 2025

Nacido en Manuel Leon, Veracruz y Fallecido en Murray, Utah

A Gustavo Le Sobrevive Su madre Severa Rosas y Su padre Ernesto García, Su Hijos Jonathan, Alonzo, Y Karina García Y a su esposa Concepcion Fernandez y su nieta Katheryn Fernández También Sobreviven Sus hermanas y numerosos sobrinos y tías

Gustavo Tuvo mucha trayectoria en su vida a lo largo de los...

Ronald Vinson Noble

Ronald Vinson Noble

Jul 14, 2025

Ronald Vinson Noble went to be with his Lord on Monday, July 14, 2025. Ron was born on July 29, 1947 to Theo & Mary Noble in Amarillo, Texas.

 Ron graduated from Amarillo High School in May 1966 and attended West Texas State University. Ron married Kathy Findley in 1968. They had 3 children, Paul, Elissa & Jeanette. The family moved...

Justine Carol Irwin

Justine Carol Irwin

Jul 14, 2025

Justine Carol Irwin “Dusty" September 11, 1933 - July 14, 2025 Justine was born to Bill & Inez Fritze in Longmont, Colorado. She was the wife of Frank Irwin; Married August 6th, 1955. Together they had a son, Thayne Laird Irwin born February 8, 1960 - and he unfortunately passed on January 28, 1961 from complications of pneumonia. In 1969...

Fridie Sue Mauch

Fridie Sue Mauch

Jul 13, 2025

Fridie Sue Mauch, age 62, passed away on July 13, 2025, at Hopewest Hospice in Grand Junction. 

Fridie was born on November 30, 1962, in Delta, Colorado. She attended and graduated from Fruita High School. Over the years, she worked various jobs, with her final and favorite position being a florist—a role she held for many years with care and creativity....

Emilyo Ramon Ramirez

Emilyo Ramon Ramirez

Jul 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Emilyo Ramon Ramirez “Boo Boo” May 28, 1997 – July 11, 2025 

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Emilyo Ramon Ramirez, affectionately known as “Boo Boo,” on July 11, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado. He was just 28 years old. 

Emilyo was born on May 28, 1997, in Delta, Colorado, and lived most of his life...

Brenda Gay Duncan

Brenda Gay Duncan

Jul 10, 2025

Brenda G. Duncan was born January 20, 1962. She passed away peacefully at home July 10, 2025 after a lengthy illness.

Brenda was born in Cortez, CO to Clyde and Dora Duncan, who have preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her Grandparents. She is survived by her sister, Debbie (Rik) Barefield and her brother, Lonnie Duncan...

Olive Suzan Winters

Olive Suzan Winters

Jul 7, 2025

Olive Susan Winters, affectionately known as Sue or Susan to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025 at the Larchwood Inns nursing home in Fruita, Colorado, at the age of 79.

Born on July 1, 1946, in Boulder, Colorado, to Myrtle and Glen Stout, Sue grew up to become a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother....

Ronda Leigh Snell

Ronda Leigh Snell

Jul 6, 2025

Ronda Leigh Snell, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, went to be with her Savior Jesus on July 6, 2025. She is finally home, where she belongs, in the presence of the One she loved and served so faithfully. Ronda was born on February 12, 1964, to Curt and Joan Hartzell and grew up in a warm and...

Aaron Michael Barone

Aaron Michael Barone

Jul 4, 2025

Aaron Michael Barone

February 28,1984 to July 4, 2025

After a valiant battle against all odds, Aaron succumbed to injuries received in a motorcycle accident. Born on February 28,1984 to Michael Barone and Diana Montgomery in Grand Junction, Colorado. Aaron lived his whole life in Grand Junction.

Aaron graduated in the R5 Class of 2002. He also trained as a Veterinary Technician at...

Mark Howard Gandy

Mark Howard Gandy

Jul 2, 2025

Mark Howard Gandy, born on September 17, 1965, in Charleston, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado, following a moped accident a month prior. He was 59 years old. Mark was a gentle soul whose laughter and generosity was a blessing to those who knew him. With a heart as big as his sense...

Jacqueline Elaine Blinn

Jacqueline Elaine Blinn

Jul 1, 2025

Jacqueline E. Blinn, age 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville, TN with family by her side.

Jacque was born October 5, 1947, in Delta, CO. to Jack and Marjorie Kissinger. She grew up in Uravan, CO and graduated from Nucla High School in 1965. Jacque went on from High School to pursue...

Jeffry Douglas Gerbaz

Jeffry Douglas Gerbaz

Jul 1, 2025

Jeffry Douglas Gerbaz, 63, of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on July 1, 2025, surrounded by his family and friends.

Jeff was born on December 19, 1961 in Aspen, Colorado, to Jerry and Judy Gerbaz. He graduated from Aspen High School in 1981. Jeff devoted most of his career to Stutsman-Gerbaz Earthmoving.

Jeff married Rhonda Hahn in 1983, and together they raised...

Marilyn Ethel Workman

Marilyn Ethel Workman

Jun 30, 2025

Marilyn E. Workman, age 91, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025. Please join the family on July 18th at 2 pm for a graveside memorial at Cedar Creek Cemetery, located at 2221 Miami Rd, Montrose, CO. There will be a visitation at Crippin Funeral Home from 12-1:30 pm. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Brown's Cremation and Funeral Services....