Obituaries
Teddy Ray Monger
May 24, 2026
Teddy R. Monger, 78, whose life touched many lives in Delta and beyond, passed away peacefully at his home on May 24, 2026.
Ted was born in Palisade, Colorado, and grew up in Ramona, California, and Crawford, Colorado. He met the love of his life, Vicki, in Southern California. After spending several years there together, Ted moved his wife and children...
Bernard Keith Jones
May 26, 2026
Bernard Keith Jones, age 92, passed away peacefully following a brief illness in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Born May 12, 1934, in Charleston, WV, he was the son of the late Paul and Emma Jones. After graduating from high school, Bernie attended West Virginia Tech for a brief period before marrying Nancy.
Bernie began working for...
Brian Lacy
Apr 27, 2026
We are accepting donations in honor of Mr. Lacy to be put toward his cremation and send off home. Please contact Brown's Cremation if you are interested in helping with his care.
Gregory D. Manley
Jun 1, 2026
Gregory Dean Manley
Gregory Dean Manley, 69, went to be with the Lord on June 1st, 2026, following a courageous and faithful battle with a brain tumor. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kim; and his children, Michael, Jenessa, Ben, Riana, Whitney, Nick, Jocelyn, and Stefani. He was a proud and doting grandfather to Evie, Lottie, Teddy, Valentine, Mercedes, Liette,...
Donald George Moyer
Jun 1, 2026
Donald George Moyer passed away at his home in Grand Junction, Colorado on June 1, 2026 at 71 years of age. He was born in Meeker, Colorado on April 7, 1955, second of four children to Richard L. (Dick) and Merle Dene Moyer. He lived in five different states through his early childhood as his family moved following his father’s...
Larry G Funk Jr.
May 31, 2026
Larry G Funk Jr. was born on September 24, 1961. He passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, at the age of 64, at HopeWest Hospice after a lengthy battle with cancer. Larry was born in Gunnison Co. and later relocated to Grand Junction Co; He graduated from Fruita Monument High School.
He met and married his soul mate Vonna (Echer)...
Matthew Tyler Peeples
May 29, 2026
Matthew Tyler Peeples was born on April 23, 1985, to Rick and Leslie Peeples. He passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, at HopeWest Hospice.
Matthew grew up in Palisade on his family's peach orchard. Matt attended Palisade High School. After graduating, he worked locally in the fabrication of bridge and structural steel. He later served as a District Manager for...
John Joseph Mazza
May 25, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. John Joseph Mazza entered into eternal rest on May 25, 2026. John was born on October 3, 1931 in Gunnison Colorado. He built a life centered around dedication, hard work and a profound love for his family. He is survived by his beloved wife Annalee...
Herbert John Pavlisick
May 24, 2026
Herb Pavlisick, age 85, passed to Heaven on May 24, 2026, following a battle with dementia. Herb was born October 30, 1940 (10/30/40 like a quart of oil) to Adolph “Otto” Pavlisick and Mary (Delost) Pavlisick in Paonia, Colorado. The family lived in Bowie, Colorado before moving to Paonia permanently. Herb graduated from Paonia High School in 1958. He married...
Joan Anne Carlton
May 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Joan Anne Carlton, who departed this world on May 23, 2026, after a courageous battle with kidney disease.
Born on August 27, 1942, in Weehawken, New Jersey, Joan was a beacon of light and laughter to all who knew her. Joan was the...
Karen Joy Kelly
May 20, 2026
Karen Joy Kelly October 12, 1955 - May 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister,...
Jena DeAnn Heins
May 17, 2026
Jena Heins, age 45, passed away May 17th, 2026. Born 10/16/1980 in Wiesbaden Germany to Terry and Theresa Steckler (Grand Junction, CO).
Jena was employed as a Pharmaceutical Courier for 20 years. She was a Cub Scouts Master, and a member of R5. She enjoyed being a master crafter, builder and an being artist.
For anyone that knew her, they experienced her...
Monty Jean Keegan
May 17, 2026
Monty Jean Keegan, born on November 5, 1949, in Seattle, Washington and most recently residing in Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on May 17th, 2026. She will be remembered for the love she shared with her family and the warmth she brought to those who knew her.
She is survived by her devoted spouse, Daniel Keegan; her four sons, Sean Keegan,...
Cynthia Ann Jones
May 11, 2026
In Loving Memory of Cynthia "Ann" Jones
Cynthia "Ann" Jones, age 72, of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away peacefully at her home on May 11, 2026. Ann was a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. She is survived by her sister, Veda Christine Black; her children, Jennifer Elliott, Michael Elliott (spouse Colleen...
Eric Jason Lovato
May 9, 2026
Eric J. Lovato (53), from Grand Junction, CO, passed away on May 9th, 2026.
Born December 4th, 1972, in Detroit, MI, to Sue Lovato (Marilyn Dent) and the late Jimmie Lovato. He is survived by his children, Caitlin Lovato (Adam), Emily Lovato, Kody Lovato, Kole Lovato, and Elizabeth Lovato. As well as his granddaughters, Emberly Lovato and Arwen Lovato. He is...
Charley Andrew Bintliff
May 2, 2026
Charley Andrew Bintliff was born on May 30, 1931, in Miltown, South Dakota. He graduated from Parkston High School and went on to complete one year of college before beginning his career as a schoolteacher. It was during this time that he met Bernadine, who would become his lifelong partner and the love of his life.
At the age of 22,...
Grace Yueh-ching Roberts
May 2, 2026
Grace Yueh-Ching Roberts was born on January 22, 1935 in Taipei, Taiwan, into a large family of ten children whose grandfather rose from banana inspector to exporter. Growing up during Japanese occupation, she learned Chinese and Japanese and witnessed wartime hardships, such as soldiers dismantling her home’s iron gates. After World War II, she worked for the U.S. Military Assistance...
Patricia Louise Balkenbush
May 1, 2026
Patricia Louise (Binford) Balkenbush, 83, of Fruita, Colorado, passed away on May 1, surrounded by her family, after courageously facing Glioblastoma for nearly eight years. Born on November 5, 1942, to Dr. Harold and Alma Binford, Pat grew up in Gunnison, Colorado, where she met the boy across the alley—Dave—who would become the love of her life.
Dave and Pat were...
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