Obituaries
Barbara Jean Gravgaard
Feb 18, 2026
Barbara J. Gravgaard (Ceglowski) passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026. Born in Bottineau, North Dakota, to Everett G. Fairweather and Lila Acheson, Barb lived a full life defined by love, family, and quiet strength.
She is survived by her cherished children, Mark Ceglowski, Jana Anderson, and Scott Ceglowski; her 15 beloved grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren, who were the light of...
Doris Ann Woods
Feb 18, 2026
Born on December 10, 1943, in Fresno, CA, Doris Proctor-Woods (nee Jonas) wasted no time making life interesting. Her childhood in Bridger, Montana, was a whirlwind of mischievous adventures shared with a lively crew of cousins — a training ground for a lifetime of spirited escapades.
In early adulthood, she packed up her charm and wit and moved to Denver, Colorado,...
Johnny Wayne Raglin Jr
Feb 17, 2026
Johnny W. Raglin Jr. aka “JJ”, 35, passed away on February 21, 2026, leaving behind the family he loved deeply and wholeheartedly.
Born on June 19, 1990, in Lubbock, Texas, JJ later built his life in the Vail Valley of Colorado, where he moved with his wife and children. There, he worked hard, raised his family, and created a home filled...
Joyce Serrano
Feb 17, 2026
Joyce was born in Fruita CO, on July 15th, She Lived with her grandparents until she was 7 years old.
She then went to Santa Fe, New Mexico to live with her parents and siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents Joe D. Serrano and Ida C. Serrano, her siblings Dolores Contreras, Joseph Serrano and Stella Luciano, and daughter,...
Levi Anthony Trujillo Sr.
Feb 15, 2026
Levi Trujillo Sr., born on November 30, 1954, passed away on February 15, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Levi was born to Sally and Abel Trujillo, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Gilbert Trujillo, and his sister, Loretta Martinez.
He is survived by his loving children, Rebecca Trujillo and Levi...
Adam Gentzler
Feb 15, 2026
Adam was born in Delta, CO at Delta County Memorial Hospital on January 6th, 1986. Adam left us unexpectedly in the early morning hour of February 15th, 2026. He was 40 years old. Adam's early years were in Crawford, CO. In 1990 his family moved to Paonia, CO where Adam attended school from kindergarten to graduation from Paonia High School,...
Susan Ann Williams
Feb 14, 2026
Susan Ann Williams, 78, of Grand Junction, passed away on February 14, 2026, from complications of a terminal illness. She fought until the very end, facing her illness with remarkable courage, grace, and determination.
Susan was born on December 17, 1947, in Sterling, Colorado, to Eva and Jack Williams, both of whom preceded her in death. She was the eldest of...
Sammy E. Moncrief
Feb 14, 2026
Sam Moncrief passed peacefully on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at his home surrounded by family. Sam was born March 2, 1951 and raised by Deloris and Lawrence Stieb. Sam was loved by everyone he came in contact with. He had lifelong friendships that are a testament to the man he was. Sam had the best sense of humor and truly...
Christopher Wayne Walgren
Feb 13, 2026
Christopher Wayne Walgren, 54, went home to be with the Lord from Craig, CO on February 13, 2026. Chris was born in Colorado Springs, CO on January 25, 1972 to Wayne Charles Walgren and Georgia Louise Walgren. He grew up in Brazil along the Amazon River, where his parents served as missionaries. He spent his adult years in Northwestern Colorado...
Wanda Sue Peterson
Feb 13, 2026
Wanda Sue Peterson, a woman of deep faith and infectious joy, passed away peacefully at home on February 13, 2026. She was 51 years old.
Born on May 10, 1974, in Omaha, Nebraska, Wanda was the daughter of Neal Peterson and the late Candace Seidel (née Gustin). Her resilience and bright personality were evident from a young age; in 1979 and...
Anna Jean Hinchman
Feb 13, 2026
Anna Jean Hinchman, age 98, passed away on February 13, 2026, in Fruita, Colorado. Born on February 26, 1927, in Kimball Creek, Colorado. Anna was one of nine children raised on the family homestead ranch.
Throughout her long and vibrant life, Anna embraced the joys of ranch living and developed a deep appreciation for nature. Her days were filled with activities...
Michael Steven Premich
Feb 12, 2026
Michael Steven Premich Jr., born May 2, 1949, passed away peacefully in Carbondale, Colorado on the evening of February 12, 2026, at the age of 76. He was surrounded by Joyce Premich, his loving wife of 54 years, his surviving children, and his grandchildren.
Michael, known to many by Mike and affectionately by friends as “Prim,” was born in Greensburg and...
Thomas Virgil Palen
Feb 9, 2026
Thomas V. Palen age 73, died 2-9-26 following a sudden illness. Born 8-5-52 in Englewood, NJ son of the late Mary and Marion Palen. Tom graduated from Newark College of Engineering in Newark, NJ. Tom had been employed by Raytheon for many years.
Tom was a fifth degree black belt in Judo and life member of the USJI, USJF, and USJA....
Eva Clarice Marshall
Feb 9, 2026
Eva Clarice Marshall, Born March 5, 1928 Died February 9, 2026 Grand Junction, Colorado.
Eva Clarice Marshall was a loving servant of Jesus Christ. She was a devoted mother to Sherry Slape, Ronald Marshall and Rebecca (Becky) Marshall. She was a cherished grandmother of four, great-grandmother of eleven, and great-great-grandmother of seven.
Clarice was a rancher and a pastor’s wife, and a...
ArrahWanna Jewel Taylor
Feb 5, 2026
ArrahWanna Jewel Taylor, age 96, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, of natural causes.
She was born on November 14, 1929, in Hillsboro, ND, to Charles and Olga Griffith. When she was two years old, her family moved to Grand Junction, where she spent the rest of her life building deep roots and lifelong friendships.
On April 15, 1947, she married...
Jack Ward Clausen
Feb 5, 2026
Jack Clausen was born April 13, 1958, in Julesburg, Colorado. After a brief move to Orange, California the family moved to Wheat Ridge, Colorado in August 1961 where Jack attended Maple Grove and Kullerstrand elementary schools, Manning Jr. High, and Wheat Ridge Sr. High school where he graduated in 1976. He moved to Grand Junction, Colorado to attend Mesa College...
Kathryn Ruth (Greene) Parmley
Feb 5, 2026
Kathryn Ruth Parmley, 95, passed away peacefully at Beehive Homes Assisted Living in Grand Junction, Colorado on February 5, 2026. A longtime resident of Loveland, Colorado, having moved to Grand Junction in 2017 to be closer to family.
Born to Lyman and Ruth (Cole) Greene at her grandparent's home in Wray, Colorado, she was raised on Steads Guest Ranch located outside...
Miranda Heth
Feb 4, 2026
Miranda Heth, born April 15th, 1982, passed on February 4th, 2026, at the age of 43. She passed peacefully in her sleep at Hope West Hospice in Grand Junction, Colorado. She was born in Las Vegas, Nevada to Thelma Rae Mercer, adopted by Randy Linn Heth in 1987.
She is survived by her brothers Larry Mills of Fruita, CO, Aaron Mills of...
Linda Grace Pike Ralston
Feb 3, 2026
Linda Grace Ralston, 86, of Fruita, Colorado, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, surrounded by her sisters in Christ. She was reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband of 65 years, Daniel Edward (Ed) Ralston, who preceded her in death on March 1, 2024.
Linda was the daughter of James M. Pike and Grace Elizabeth Pike. She was born in...
Meighan Michelle Golick Marquis
Feb 2, 2026
Meighan Marquis, 54, of Grand Junction Colorado, passed away on February 2, 2026, after a courageous 5-year battle with cancer. Born on July 21, 1971, in Santa Rosa, Meighan grew up in California wine country where she attended St. Helena High School. Her life was an adventure filled with color, heart, spontaneity – a reflection of her high energy, unpredictable,...
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