Obituaries
Cynthia Louise Pohl Morgan
Oct 12, 2024
Cynthia Louise Pohl Morgan stepped into eternity from Grand Junction, Colorado on October 12, 2024, at the age of 80.
Cindy was born July 2, 1944, to the late Robert and Ada (Lovelace) Pohl in Gouverneur, New York. She was the oldest of seven children and grew up in Oswegatchie, NY. Upon graduating from Clifton-Fine Central School, Cindy attended Plattsburgh State....
Dan Michael Dillon
Oct 11, 2024
Dan Michael Dillon, age 71 died suddenly October 11th, 2024. Dan was born on the 13th of March, 1953 in North Adams, Massachusetts. He was the son of the late James F. Dillon, Jr. and Lola L. Dillon. His mother later remarried to Al Slepitis who raised Dan as his own son.
Dan was passionate about music and attended broadcasting school...
James William Kellogg
Oct 10, 2024
Jim Kellogg
January 26, 1941 to October 10, 2024
Jim loved the Colorado outdoors from his youth and was in boy scouts earning the Eagle Scout Award.
He graduated from North High in Denver and then went on to Colorado State University in Forest Range Management.
About 2 years later, he went into the Army Security Agency. Jim spent nearly 2 years in Germany...
William Lemley Gates
Oct 10, 2024
William (Bill) L. Gates of Grand Junction CO passed away on October 10, 2024, at 89 years of age. The son of the late Albert E. and Bettie E. Gates (Hight) born on July 22, 1935, in Burns Colorado at the family ranch. He attended Eagle Valley High School in Gypsum, CO, and was a proud alumni of Colorado State...
Lauretta Lynne Cole
Oct 7, 2024
Lauretta Lynne Cole (Lynne), age 86, passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on October 7, 2024 at her home following a long illness. Born April 29, 1938 in Wapato, Washington she was the daughter of the late Silas Smith and Laurine Smith. Lynne graduated from Fife High School in Fife, Washington. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in...
William Edward Maltby
Oct 4, 2024
William "Bill" Maltby, a long-time resident of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, and a beloved friend to many, passed away on October 4th, 2024, after a long illness. Bill was known for his adventurous spirit, his love for dogs, passion for music, and his deep commitment to the Glenwood Springs Elks Lodge, where he was an active member and cherished friend for...
Garry Jones Breese
Oct 4, 2024
"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me;...
John Morton Devine
Oct 3, 2024
Remembering Uncle John: A Life of Adventure and Service
John M. Devine, 77, passed away on October 3, 2024 while hiking in Aspen, Colorado. As quoted on his calendar for October, "I'm 78 and it's just something I've wanted to do". John was doing what he loved to do and his faithful dog Sophie at his side.
Uncle John's infectious enthusiasm and...
Kathleen Margaret Abshire
Oct 3, 2024
Kathleen Margaret (O’Connell) Abshire Dec. 26, 1946 - October 3, 2024
Kathy Abshire (77) of Grand Junction, CO, passed away peacefully at her home on October 3, 2024. Born December 26, 1946, in St. Paul, Minnesota she was the daughter of the late Edward and Evelyn (Layland) O’Connell.
Kathy grew up in St. Paul until her high school years when the family...
Bambi Lyne Rude
Oct 3, 2024
She was 48 years old. Born in Brawley, CA. Passed away on October 3rd in Grand Junction, CO.
She was a free spirit, always living in the moment. She enjoyed baking, floating down the river, the AC. She was full of love and could always light up a room with her jokes. Her laughter was contagious. She knew how to party...
Rick Roberts
Oct 2, 2024
Rick Roberts, age 73, went to be with the Lord October 2, 2024 in Grand Junction, Colorado.
He was born April 1, 1951, in Chadron, Nebraska, to Charles and Lenita Roberts. Rick graduated from Chadron High School in 1969 and married Loretta Mathis in December 1973.
He spent most of his life working in agriculture—custom bale stacking, hay and corn silage harvesting, ranching, and...
Robert Allen Kettle
Sep 30, 2024
Robert “Bobby” Allen Kettle, age 66 died September 30, 2024, following complications during a hospital stay for a broken hip. Leukemia had left him unable to fight infections and after discovering a significant heart issue, covid, and pneumonia he decided his body had had enough and it was time to go home to be with his parents.
Bobby was born in...
Matt Dalton
Sep 29, 2024
Earl Matthew Dalton, affectionately known as Matt, was born on November 25, 1962, in the beautiful state of Colorado. He departed this life on September 29, 2024, in Grand Junction, Colorado, after a long battle with health issues. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, kindness, and laughter that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Matt was a...
Robert Eric Wilson
Sep 28, 2024
Robert Eric Wilson was born in Yreka, CA to parents Robert and Ellen Wilson. He was raised on the Klamath River where his father was the manager of a PP&L power plant. Bob graduated from Siskiyou High School and went on to join the National Guard. Following his discharge he went to work for the Forest Service.
He then met and...
Ruth Leanne Dickey
Sep 27, 2024
Leanne Dickey March 15, 1952 – September 27, 2024
Leanne Dickey, age 72, passed away peacefully at Hospice Care Center on September 27, 2024. Born on March 15, 1952, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Leanne was the beloved daughter of Lee Arden and Ruth Mary Dugdale. Preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Irv Dickey,
Leanne’s legacy of love and...
Nola Anita Kelley
Sep 26, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Anita, a beloved wife, stepmother, and friend, on September 26, 2024. She was a cherished member of our family, known for her boundless love and compassion. Anita was a devoted wife to J.D. Kelley, sharing many wonderful years together filled with love and joy. Her unwavering support and affection for him were...
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