Obituaries

Kathryn Pryor

Apr 20, 2025

Kathryn "Linda" Pryor, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and devoted grandmother, passed away with her daughter, Jennifer Spiller, at her side following an extended and courageous battle with cancer on April 20, 2025 at the age of 73. Born on May 28, 1951, in Del Norte, Colorado. Linda grew up in Monte Vista and graduated from Monte Vista high School...

Virginia Goddard

Apr 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Virginia Sue Goddard after a struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Virginia, who was born on June 17, 1944, in Cullman, Alabama, transitioned to eternal rest on April 20, 2025, in Alamosa, Colorado, after a life defined by compassion, strength, and...

Samuel Young

Apr 17, 2025

Samuel Young, and his wife Sybille Young, lived in Salt Lake City from 1982 through 2019. During that time they made many friends, primarily through their activities at the Redeemer Lutheran Church.

As a long-time resident on this planet, Sam served in the U.S. Army in Germany, worked on the Colorado Trail, and volunteered many hours for the Uinta...

Elizabeth Gjellum

Mar 31, 2025

Elizabeth "Libby" (McDowell) Gjellum was born in West Virginia on September 18, 1934, to her mother, Maude McDowell. At a young age, she moved to Calhoun, Kentucky, where she met John Harold Gjellum while he was on active duty in the Army and stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. They married and moved to Del Norte, Colorado, in 1950.

Libby...

Lloyd Sanchez

Mar 23, 2025

Lloyd Eugene Sanchez, beloved brother, retired Air Force veteran, and cherished member of the Monte Vista community, passed away on March 23, 2025. He was born on May 13, 1948, in Alamosa, Colorado, and lived most recently in Monte Vista.

Lloyd proudly served as a mechanic in the United States Air Force, dedicating his life to his country and bringing his...

Theresa Sanchez

Feb 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Theresa Sanchez, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, who left this world peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on June 26, 1942, Theresa was a dedicated member of the Monte Vista, CO community and a longtime active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in...

Mary Gutierrez

Feb 11, 2025

Mary Frances Gutierrez, beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on February 11, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on November 17, 1937, in a farmer's home between Sargent and Center, Colorado, Mary was full of life and spirit from an early age. She attended Sargent School and began working at a young age to support her family,...

Delfino Armenta

Feb 8, 2025

Delfino Anthony Armenta, 58, was born in Alamosa, Colorado on August 6, 1966. He was born to Delfino E. Armenta and Mary Evelyn Tapia.

Anthony loved the outdoors. If he could go fishing, he would be found at the lake. He also had a love of sports. He was an avid fan of the Denver Broncos, Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche and...

Cheri Younkerman

Feb 7, 2025

Cheri Lee Younkerman December 12,1949-February 7, 2025

At 1:53 am, February 7, 2025 our amazing mother took her last breath and went to be with our Heavenly Father for eternity. After battling CHF for years and going through cancer, Cheri Lee Younkerman, beloved mother to four children, at 75 years old, of Monte Vista, Colorado, passed away with family and friends...

Efrain Gomez

Feb 5, 2025

Efrain Gomez, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on February 5, 2025, in Center, Colorado. Born on February 20, 1937, in Michoacan, Mexico, Efrain was a proud member of the Hispanic community, embracing his roots with love and passion throughout his life.

Efrain dedicated his career as a foreman...

Timothy Garcia

Feb 2, 2025

Timothy Phil Garcia, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and talented tradesman, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on February 11, 1970, in Del Norte, Colorado, Timothy was deeply loved and proud to be a part of his close-knit family, the son of Feliberto and Sedelia Garcia.

Timothy was...

Joe Medina

Jan 31, 2025

Joe Medina, a beloved rancher, father, and friend, peacefully passed away on January 31, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on August 31, 1931, in Costilla County, Colorado, Joe dedicated his life to the land he adored and the family he cherished.

A proud member of the First Presbyterian Church in Alamosa, Joe was known for his profound love for...

Peter Dehnert

Jan 26, 2025

Peter Dehnert, 63, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Del Norte, Colorado. Arrangements are pending and will be announced through Mountain Valley Mortuary.

Helder Espinola

Jan 26, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Helder Manuel Espinola, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on January 26, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Graciosa, Portugal, Helder's journey led him to Alamosa, Colorado, where he became a beloved member of the community.

Helder was a dedicated butcher and worked...

Anita Martinez

Jan 26, 2025

Anita Aurora Martinez was born in La Junta, Colorado, on March 15, 1937, to Felipe B. Gonzales and Maria A. Gonzales. She passed away peacefully in Alamosa, Colorado, on January 26, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She lived a full life of eighty-seven years.

Anita's life was filled with love, service, and adventure. She grew up in New Edition in...

Lonnie Hye

Jan 26, 2025

Lonnie Dell Hye, beloved father, son, brother, and veteran, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 72 in Monte Vista, Colorado. Born on September 3, 1952, in Wichita, Kansas, Lonnie lived a life marked by love, friendship and service.

A proud member of the United States Air Force, he enlisted on June 1, 1970, serving...

Ricky Shaw

Jan 21, 2025

Ricky Lee Shaw, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, at the age of 57. He was born on October 7, 1967, in Alamosa, Colorado.

Ricky was a proud graduate of Sargent High School, Class of 1986, he possessed a wealth of wisdom and a heart of gold. He made his mark in the...

Gloria Fender

Jan 17, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gloria Nancy Fender, born on March 3, 1953, in Monte Vista, Colorado. Gloria left this world peacefully on January 17, 2025, at the age of 71.

Gloria was a free spirit, whose adventurous and brave soul led her to explore life in a way that was uniquely her own. A...

Forrest Gallegos

Jan 17, 2025

With heavy hearts and abundant memories, we bid farewell to our beloved Forrest William Gallegos, who passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025. Born on March 8, 1993, in Alamosa, Colorado, Forrest will always be remembered for his infectious smile, hearty laughter, and kind spirit.

Forrest was a true people person, known for his warmth and generosity. He thrived on sharing...

Cole Foster

Jan 8, 2025

Cole Nessa Foster passed away peacefully at home on January 8, 2025 after enjoying 87 years of life. He was born on Labor Day, September 6, 1937, in Ames, Iowa to Glenn and Ethel (Nessa) Foster. Because his mother was secretary to the Iowa State University's (then the Iowa Agricultural College and Model Farm) Home Economics Education Department, the ISU...