Obituaries
John Gordon Riccillo IV
May 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Gordon Riccillo IV, who left us way too soon on May 16, 2025, at the age of 34. Born on November 3, 1990, at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado.
John’s journey through life was filled with love, adventure, and an indomitable spirit that touched everyone who knew...
Randal Wiseman
May 15, 2025
Randal (Randy) Lee Wiseman, 73, died peacefully on May 15, 2025.
Born March 11, 1952 in Delta, Colorado, he was the son of the late Eldon and Cornelia Wiseman.
Randy graduated from Central High School, Grand Junction Colorado, where he was a wrestler. He soon married his high school sweetheart, Tisa. They would’ve been married 55 years in June.
Randy was a heavy...
Edith Nelda Gomoke
May 15, 2025
Edie Nelda Gomoke, age 81, passed away on May 15, 2025, after courageously battling her second fight with breast cancer.
She was born on June 23, 1943, in Globe, Arizona, to James Roland Turner and Ruth (Cochran) Turner.
Edie earned her nursing degree from Yavapai College in Prescott, Arizona, in 1972. She went on to serve as a devoted Registered Nurse for...
Samuel Joel Douglas
May 12, 2025
Samuel Joel Douglas, born August 29, 1940, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025. A proud Colorado native, Sam grew up in Grand Junction with his two sisters. He graduated from Grand Junction High School in 1958 and served in the Army. He loved to tell stories about his family, some of...
Tyree Brown
May 9, 2025
Tyree Brown, 65, of Redlands, Colorado, unexpectedly passed away at home on May 9, 2025.
He was born at St. Mary’s Hospital in Apple Valley, California, to Johnnie and Fred Brown. Tyree grew up in Victorville, California, and graduated from Victor Valley High School before joining the United States Air Force. He served for 27 years attaining the rank of Chief...
Verna Kay Witsken
May 8, 2025
Verna Kay (Nelson) Witsken, a woman of deep faith, quiet strength, and boundless love, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025 in Grand Junction, Colorado. She was 87.
Born in Wakeeney, Kansas, on October 2, 1937, Verna was the daughter of Vernon Carl Nelson and Gladys Sophia Stohr, and the beloved sister of Deola Fay Luallen. Her father was a hardworking...
Anthony Pisciotta Jr
May 8, 2025
Tony was born on February 1, 1933 and died after long battle with dementia on May 8, 2025 He was born in Denver, Colorado to Anthony Pisciotta Sr. and Mary Mastropietro (Pietro) He married Karen Ann Cooper on January 19, 1964 in Lakewood, Colorado. They were married 61 years.
Tony is survived by his wife, Karen Pisciotta and only son, Gregory...
Homer Mark Beebe
May 6, 2025
H. Mark Beebe, 64, passed away on the evening of May 6, 2025 after a courageous battle with diabetes and its complications.
Early Life Education
Born April 3, 1961, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, to Wanda Almond Beebe and Homer Lloyd Beebe, Mark spent his formative years in Longmont, Colorado. At Longmont High School he excelled in cross-country running and diving, even balancing...
Thayne Lee Oviatt
May 6, 2025
Thayne Oviatt, born on February 10, 1962, in Price, Utah, to Clinton and Dawna Oviatt, left this world on May 6, 2025, at 63, surrounded by the family he loved fiercely.
On June 5, 1992, he married the love of his life, ReNae Sandoval, and together they built a life full of love, chaos, and laughter.
He was a rock for his...
Wayne Alan Tinkey
May 4, 2025
Wayne A Tinkey, 66 died at home 05/04/2025 following a long illness.
Born June 1959 in Denver, CO he was the son, of the late Robert C Tinkey and Barbara (Metcalf) Tinkey.
Wayne graduated from Caliche High School in Iliff, CO. He was a member of the wrestling and football teams.
Wayne retired after a variety of careers that included farming, welding, cooking...
Corbin Elliott Smith
May 4, 2025
Corbin Elliott Smith, 41, of Grand Junction, Colorado passed away on May 4, 2025. He was born on July 22, 1983 in Anchorage, Alaska to Allan and Leslie Smith. A private Memorial Service will be held for family and close friends.
Corbin married Alisha Street on August 28, 2010 and they were blessed with a beautiful daughter, Phalen, 2 years later.
Corbin...
RoJean Dianne Tulk
May 4, 2025
RoJean Dianne Tulk, 74, of Grand Junction, CO passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, with family by her side.
Born in Great Bend, Kansas, RoJean was the daughter of Herbert and Beatrice Schmidt.
RoJean is survived by her son, Brooke (Susan) Tulk, her grandson, Wyatt Tulk, and her brother Gereald Schmidt.
Memorial Services will be held Friday, May 23, 2025 at 11:00...
Betty Heritage
May 1, 2025
Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Nutting Heritage, age 87, died on May 1, 2025. Betty was the daughter of the late Burtis “Doc” Nutting and Margaret “Johney” Nutting. Betty grew up in Glenwood Springs Colorado, where she made many lifelong friends. Betty was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. She worked as a registered nurse throughout her adult life. Betty enjoyed being...
Gregory Allen Dillon
May 1, 2025
In 2021, Gregory Allen Dillon wrote a memoir. Reading this with him days before his passing, we found a quote about his lifelong fascination with flight. “To be in a thermal and gaining altitude or flying along an updraft ridge with complete silence except for small wind noises is an amazing experience,” he wrote. It comforts us to know that...
Saul Forster
Apr 30, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Saul Forster, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who left us on April 30th 2025 at the age of 63.
Saul was a man of quiet strength, deep loyalty, and boundless love for his family and friends. He found joy and peace on his land — working on his property,...
Karen Lynn Shaffer
Apr 30, 2025
Our dear mother, Karen Lynn Shaffer sadly passed away on April 30, 2025, at the age of 76. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. A friend to many, she was cherished by her family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and strength.
Born on February 4,1949...
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