Obituary for
Elaine L. Beltran
Elaine Lenore Beltran, 63, died Thursday, January 3, 2013, in Durango, Colo. A cancer survivor, Elaine passed from a respiratory illness.
Mrs. Beltran was born February 17, 1949, in Durango, Colo., the daughter of Mary Lobato. She grew up in Durango and graduated from Durango High School. Elaine married Rocky Beltran August 17, 1968.
Her son, Rocky, remembers, “Elaine was a peacemaker, had many friends, and loved her family deeply. Her grandchildren and family were of utmost importance to her, and she had a deep faith in God. Elaine was a giver of gifts to many friends and those in need. She was always happy and had a smile on her face.”
She is survived by her husband, Rocky Beltran, Sr., daughter, Angel Bowers, son, Rocky G. (Stephanie) Beltran, Jr., her mother, Mary Lobato, all of Durango, Colo.; brother Robert Aragon of Denver, sister Pat Aragon of Bayfield; and numerous nieces, nephews and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her grandson Jeremy Rivas and her son Jude Beltran.
A rosary service will be recited at 5 p.m. Saturday, January 12, 2012, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A memorial service will also be held a later date and will be announced by the family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the family at the time of services.