Obituaries
Scott James Whiteman
Jan 17, 2026
Scott James Whiteman, age 35, died peacefully at HopeWest on January 17, 2026. Scott was born on February 28, 1990 in Grand Junction, CO to Mike and Debbie Whiteman. Scott graduated from Central High School in 2008 and went on to graduate from Colorado Mesa University with a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Psychology. While going to college, Scott worked...
Matthew Martin Moschetti
Dec 1, 2025
Matthew was one of a kind — a little wild, endlessly fun, and full of heart. He loved fishing and being outdoors, where he found peace and joy. He enjoyed a good game of foosball and had a playful competitive spirit. Above all, Matthew adored his dogs, who were truly family to him.
A devoted family man, Matthew was a father,...
Jack D Mayhew
Jan 14, 2026
Jack (John) Daryl Mayhew, 83, of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away January 14, 2026. Born in Moab, Utah, Jack was the son of E.J. and Helen Mayhew. He lived across the western United States and spent five meaningful years living abroad. Jack worked as a geologist, a career that was also his passion, and he was known for his kind,...
Tami Laurette Brueggeman
Jan 9, 2026
Tami Laurette Brueggeman, 48, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. She was born on October 25, 1977, in Burbank, California, and was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose joyful spirit touched countless lives.
Tami was the cherished daughter of Carol and Walter Brueggeman of Grand Junction, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her sister, Julie Brueggeman. She...
Leslie Ann McDonald
Jan 7, 2026
Leslie Ann McDonald (Pierce) of Grand Junction, Colorado, age 64, unexpectedly passed away on January 7, 2026 from a very brief illness.
Leslie was born December 29, 1961 in Wilmington, Delaware to Taylor Cooling Pierce and Helen Pierce (Pavlik) who both preceded her in death.
Leslie graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in Wilmington, Delaware, then moved to Fort Collins, Colorado where...
Gilbert Leon(Lee) Martin
Jan 6, 2026
Gilbert Leon (Lee) Martin made his transition peacefully at home on January 6, 2026 surrounded by family and his little yorkie Gypsy.
I want to know if you can see beauty even when it is not pretty every day. Lee was born in Artesia, New Mexico on February 8, 1945, to Wallace B and Catherine Martin. He saw beauty in the...
Betty A. Patton
Jan 4, 2026
Betty Ann (Howard) Patton, age 87, of Grand Junction, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4th, 2026.
Betty was born on November 2nd, 1938, in Carbondale, Kansas.
Betty was a deeply loving and loyal daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She loved reading mystery novels, collecting lighthouse figurines, and bowling with friends and family. Betty was also one of the...
Ben Donald Sellers
Jan 2, 2026
Ben Donald Sellers, age 95, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, at HopeWest Hospice surrounded by his loving family.
Ben was born on October 26, 1930, in Hayden, Colorado to Ben and Mary Sellers. He attended Mesa College, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree. Mesa College also introduced him to Patricia (Patti) Pinkerton and they married September 2, 1951. They...
Dane David Meisenheimer
Dec 31, 2025
Dane passed away peacefully at home on New Years eve, 2025, with his brother Dana, Dana's kids and his best friend Ric Beldon at his side. He valiantly battled prostate cancer for years and true to his nature, he chose to leave under his own terms. He was the kindest, most generous of souls who will be deeply missed.
Dane was...
Frances Ruth Hayes
Dec 25, 2025
Frances Ruth Thomas Hayes was born April 9th, 1935, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Denver, Colorado to Francis John Thomas and Victoria Ruth (Worden) Thomas. She lived in various places such as Truth and Consequence NM, Estes Park Colorado, and Lakewood Colorado. Afterwards, continuing her education at the University of Colorado for her freshman year and the University of Northern...
Beth Lorraine Thornburg
Dec 24, 2025
Beth Lorraine (Nice) Thornburg died on December 24, 2025 in Grand Junction, CO after a short illness. Beth was born on May 18, 1945 to Warren Merle Nice and Mary Myrle (Howe) Nice at the Morrison City Hospital in Morrison, IL. Beth was the third of five children, and being the middle child, she wanted to be her own person....
Virginia Lea Pierce
Dec 23, 2025
Virginia “Ginger Lea Pierce, age 85, died December 23rd, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born September 27th, 1940 in Fruita, CO, she was the second child of Roy O. Pierce and Mary Pierce (Kuhlman).
As a lifetime resident of Fruita, she graduated from Fruita Union Highschool. She was well known for her infectious laughter and ability to recall days, places, and...
Melvin Hardenbrook
Dec 22, 2025
Mel Hardenbrook, age 77, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 22, 2025 at the Hope West Care Center after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s.
He was born April 26, 1948 in Des Moines, Iowa. Mel graduated from Lincoln High School in Des Moines and furthered his education at Drake University, earning a degree in business and psychology....
Rebecca Anne Nordeen
Dec 22, 2025
Rebecca Ann “Becky” Bryan Nordeen, of Palisade, Colorado, age 71, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025.
Becky was born on December 13, 1954, to George Washington Bryan and Lois Charlene Bryan, of Ignacio, Colorado, who preceded her in death. From her earliest days, Becky carried with her a quiet strength, a kind heart, and a deep sense of care for...
Darrell Dean McClaskey
Dec 22, 2025
Darrell McClaskey, 85, a devout Christian from Grand Junction, CO, returned to God on December 22, 2025.
He was born in Bent County, Colorado in 1940 to Otto and Emma McClaskey, and grew up with 8 brothers and sisters.
Darrell worked at Corn Construction for 20 years and Mays Construction for 16+ years as superintendent. His last venture with Mays Construction was...
Carolyn Louise Stott
Dec 21, 2025
Carolyn Louise (Peck) Stott, of Battlement Mesa, Colorado, passed on Sunday, December 21, 2025. She was a loving wife, the best mother and mother-in-law, a beloved Nana and the greatest great-Nana; a phenomenal teacher, the kindest friend, and devoted family to all who knew her.
Carolyn was born to Carson Stewart and Willamae (Witt) Peck in Salina, Kansas, on February 24,...
Wilma Jean Cook
Dec 21, 2025
Wilma Jean CookOctober 13, 1928-December 21, 2025 (Age 97)Jean Cook (Hewitt), the daughter of Glenn Hewitt and Neva Haase (Long), died December 21, 2025 in Grand Junction, CO. She was born October 13, 1928 in Osawatomie, KS.She and Claron Cook were married August 9, 1946 in St. Paul, MN. The couple were married 72 years. To them were born 5...
Cristine Peterson
Dec 18, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Cristine Lynn Peterson
Cristine “Cris”, 76, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025. A true daughter of Los Angeles, she was born in 1949 into a life flavored by the magic of the city.
She inherited a legacy of grace and grit from her mother, who famously served as a stunt double for Shirley Temple. Growing up Cris...
Stella Mae Welcher
Dec 17, 2025
Stella Mae Welcher, age 81, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on December 17, 2025. She was born on November 11, 1944, and made her home in Durango, Colorado, then moved to Grand Junction to be near her daughter and for health reasons.
Stella was preceded in death by her father, Boas John Vedstead; her mother, Dema...
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