Obituaries

Apr 19, 2021

Judy Lynne Dennis, 78, passed away at her home in Forest Lakes (Bayfield), Colorado, on April 19, 2021. Judy was born on July 29, 1942 to Myron and Nadine (Preston) Dennis in Culver City, California. She earned her nursing degree at California Hospital School of Nursing, Los Angeles, California in 1964 and became a Second Lieutenant at the Medical Service...

Apr 19, 2021

Jesse Falls Thompson December 1989-April 2021 Jesse, we love and miss you. What is the memory of Jesse Thompson? A tear. A smile. And so much more. The fundamental traits of goodness coursed through his soul and engendered a life force that drew friendship and admiration from all around. Born in Minnesota on December 10, 1989, Jesse showed an obsession...

Apr 19, 2021

Apr 19, 2021

Aileen Lowry-Allison (Isgar) b. 13 October 1929 d. 19 April 2021 Aileen Louise Lowry-Allison (Isgar) passed away on 19 April 2021 at 91 years, peacefully and at home in Noble OK with family. She is preceded in death by husband, Wayne F. Lowry, her parents, Robert and Dora Mae Isgar, brother Robert C. Isgar, son-in-law James Chaplin, and one grandchild,...

Apr 19, 2021

David Phelps, 60,of Durango, Colorado, died 4/19/2021at home. Born 12/1/1960. He is predeceased by his parents; David N. Phelps and Patricia McAllister Phelps and all 4 grandparents. He is survived by his siblings, Dennis Phelps of Bayfield, CO., Dana Phelps of Centralia, WA., Dale Phelps of Cortez, CO., and Danita Phelps of Lakewood, CO. and numerous nieces and nephews. Service...

Apr 15, 2021

Jerome "Jerry" Hunt Puckett passed away in Durango, CO on April 15, 2021 just short of his 73rd birthday. Visitation will be held on Friday April 23, 2021 from 6-7 p.m. at Hood Mortuary Chapel and Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Durango Church of Christ, 2100 W. 3rd Ave. Masks will...

Apr 15, 2021

Larry Valdez, of Durango, Colorado, went to Heaven on April 15, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Delphin and Leonarde Valdez in Durango, Colorado on November 26, 1949. He graduated from Durango High School. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the Army and was immediately sent to Vietnam. While serving, he was awarded many medals, including the...

Apr 15, 2021

Donald I Degani, age 92, died on Thursday April 15, 2021 in the loving community of Bonaventure in Thornton, CO. He lived his entire life in the Durango, CO area, excluding the last 4 years. He was born January 6, 1929 in Durango, CO to John & Mary Degani. Don was the oldest of two children. He was raised in...

Apr 15, 2021

In Loving Memory Edna passed away peacefully on April 15, 2021 in her Haines City Fl home. She was a beauty inside & out, she had a sassy personality with a big southern dollop of love, she was known for her unique ability to tell you like it is and never ever hesitated to tell you how much she loved...

Apr 13, 2021

Apr 12, 2021

Jean M. Allyn passed away April 12, 2021 in Durango, Colorado, from Parkinson’s Disease. She was 93 years old, and is survived by her daughter, Melissa Delio (Ray), granddaughter Steevie, and numerous nieces and nephews. Born in Richmond, California, she is predeceased by her parents and brother, Paul Bicknell. She graduated from Springfield High in Springfield, Oregon, before returning to...

Apr 11, 2021

Cheryl (Brown) Orris came into this world December 10, 1961 and departed April 11, 2021. Cheryl was the definition of selfless. She helped anyone whenever she could. Her joy was contagious, and she loved a good joke. She treated everyone like a friend, never knowing a stranger. Cheryl's family was the most important thing to her. She cherished spending time...

Apr 9, 2021

Eliza Marie Lucero was surrounded by family and loved ones when she passed away peacefully at the age of 90, at her home in Pagosa Springs, on Friday, April 9, 2021. Born Eliza Marie Lobato on May 15, 1930 in Lumberton, New Mexico, she and younger brother Santiago Lobato, Jr. were the children of proud parents Santiago Sr. and Martha...

Apr 6, 2021

"There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone. The light remains." Daniel (DJ) Quintana, age 20, passed away suddenly on April 6, 2021. Those who knew him have lost a shining light in their lives. Daniel's greatest moment in his life was when he found his love of his life,...

Apr 6, 2021

Terrance "Terry" Lindeman, 68,of Hesperus, died 4/6/2021 at home, surrounded by family and friends. Born 6/6/1952. He is survived by his wife, Patrice; sister: Barbara (Bob) Hilgenfeld; niece: Linda (Scott) Severs; great nephew and niece: Tyler and Natalie; his beloved Rottweilers: Bonnie and Clyde Lindeman; and many wonderful friends. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Marines Helping Marines, MHM...

Apr 5, 2021

Adolph Larry Mestas, beloved husband, son, brother, uncle and friend, was born on June 27, 1950 at the home of his grandparents, Adolfo & Sidelia Mestas, Lewis St., Pagosa Springs, CO, the eldest of 7 children born to Frank & Emily Mestas, and went to his eternal home, on April 5, 2021. He attended schools in Pagosa Springs and Durango,...

Mar 31, 2021

Kathryn Ella Louderback, 78,of Arboles, Colorado, died 3/31/2021 in Colorado Springs, CO, surrounded by family. Born 8/14/1942. Kathryn grew up in Dyke, CO and moved to Durango at 15 years old. She is survived by her daughter: Brenda Ann Mason; grandson: Logan "Catfish" (Brandi) Mason; and granddaughter: River Bell Mason. She was preceded in death by her parents: Eldon and...

Mar 29, 2021

Penny Lynn Jenness of Hesperus, Colorado, passed away on March 29, 2021. She was 47 years old. Penny was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on October 6, 1973. She loved the field of cosmetology and helped those around look their best throughout her career, which included running her own salon in Durango, Colorado. She is survived by her parents, Melanie and...

Mar 28, 2021

Norma Rose Walker passed away of natural causes at Four Corners Health Care Center in Durango on Sunday, March 28, 2021. She was born on May 27, 1924 in Baltimore, MD. Norma moved to Durango in 2009 to be near her son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Lisa Mackey. She graduated from Anacostia High School in Washington, D.C. in June, 1942....

Mar 22, 2021

Dolores Ilene Shank, 91, of Chillicothe Illinois (previously Colorado and Texas) passed away Monday, March 22, 2021, at Heartis Village in Peoria, IL. Dolores “Dee” was born May 14, 1929 in Peoria, the daughter of Loretta Alexander. She married John Shank on December 28, 1965. He preceded her in death on December 18, 1997. She was preceded in death by...