Obituaries

Nov 11, 2020

Claude Owen Callison, 75, died in his home suddenly but peacefully of natural causes November 11th 2020. He was born May 9th 1945. Claude was a long time resident of Durango and a member of the building community until he retired and joined the golfing community. He was a veteran of the US Navy where he was a squadron commander...

Nov 10, 2020

Joseph (Joe) Manuel Romero started his journey November 10, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born February 16, 1970. Joe was an avid fisherman, hunter and guide. He loved the outdoors and the time he spent with his children. Growing up, he had good memories of spending time with his cousin Michael, on the ranch in New Mexico. Joe...

Nov 9, 2020

Kathryn June Renick, born July 14, 1935 in Killeen, Texas to parents Albert John and Lela Oleta Vahrenkamp, passed from this life November 9, 2020 at San Juan Regional Hospital. She is survived by three children: Debra (Larry) Garner, Kathi (Creig) Wallace, Larry Gant (Melissa) Renick; three grandchildren: Robert Lara, Kyle Renick, Creig Wallace, Jr.; brother: Albert John (A.J.) Vahrenkamp;...

Nov 3, 2020

Kevin Gerald Burton, age 63, passed away at home with his family on November 3,2020. Most people that knew Kevin found him to be abrasive and irritable, but for those of us that truly knew him, he was a kind, big hearted individual. Kevin’s rough childhood left him with a thick skin that was hard to penetrate. His gruff exterior...

Nov 1, 2020

Jacob Wayne Greenwood passed away on November 1, 2020 in Durango, Colorado. Jacob was a talented musician who loved living the Rocky Mountains. He enjoyed hanging out and jamming with his friends, hiking in the mountains, and snowboarding in the winter. Born June 9, 1994 in Cookeville, TN, Jacob graduated from Cookeville High School in 2012. He was employed as...

Oct 30, 2020

Shan Ealey, born May 21, 1928 in Malta, Montana to parents Ramay Hould and Emily Pierson, died peacefully at home on October 30, 2020 with her daughters around her. She is survived by four children – Kerry, Kim (Scott Samuelson), Mark and Scott – four grandsons, six nieces and nephews, and friends from all over the world. She is predeceased...

Oct 30, 2020

Curtis Gene Thompson, age 80, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2020 at his home in San Angelo, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Kathleen Thompson and sister Susan Ryder. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marilyn Beaston Thompson of San Angelo TX; daughter Anessa Goodlett of Seattle WA; and son Patrick...

Oct 30, 2020

Cardinal Newell Weston, II passed away Friday, October 30, 2020, in Durango. He was 49 years old. Cardinal was born August 3, 1971, to Cardinal Newell Weston and Corliss Taylor in Durango. He grew up in Ignacio and Durango and graduated from Ignacio High School where he was active in sports, especially football. Cardinal was an enrolled tribal member of...

Oct 29, 2020

Sherrie (Tyner) Prairie Chief passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2020. She passed at her home in Ignacio, CO, surrounded by family and friends. She was 61 years old. She was born in Shiprock, NM. Tyner lived most of her life in Ignacio, CO., but attended school in other areas. She graduated high school and entered the work world. She...

Oct 28, 2020

Marjorie Louise Long, “Margie”, 93 loved and lived in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. She passed from this life on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 and went on to be with her Heavenly Father. Margie was known throughout the Pagosa area as the local “hugger” and always blessed others with her big smile and genuine interest and concern for them. Margie was born...

Oct 20, 2020

Oct 18, 2020

Obituary for G. Chapman “Chap” Petersen Chap Petersen passed away at his home in Hermosa, CO at the age of 88 on October 18, 2020, a beautiful fall morning with the sun streaming through the window, filling the room with light, warmth, and peace. Chap was born George Chapman Guilbeau on June 28, 1932 in Lafayette, Louisiana, the only child...

Oct 11, 2020

Eddie Ray Scarafiotti, 81,of Durango, Colorado, died 10/11/2020 at home, surrounded by family. Born 10/14/1938. He is survived by his children: Tim, Lori, Danielle (Charlie Rosado), Angelo Scarafiotti; grandchildren: Justin (Ashton), Chase (Blayke), Morgan and Charley; a great-granddaughter on the way: Chayne; and his beloved bulldog: Winston. He was preceded by Parents: Dominic and Clorinda; and two brothers: Nick and...

Oct 10, 2020

On October 10th, 2020, Heaven gained another angel. A loving husband and father Roland Madrid (41) passed away with family by his side in Durango, CO. Preceded in death by Great Grandfather Lucio DeLaO. Survived by wife Delilah Madrid and five beautiful kids, Roland Jr., Osias, Brielle, Shae, and Julian Madrid. Grandparents Mary Esther Madrid and Max Alvarez. Mother Juliana...

Oct 7, 2020

Mary G. Schmidt, 74, of Durango, Colorado, born on November 28, 1945, went to be with the Lord on October 7, 2020. Mary worked as a cafeteria manager for many years in the 9-R School District. She loved cooking, baking, embroidering and spending time with her family and grandkids. Winnie (as her family affectionately called her) was a kind, generous...

Oct 5, 2020

Violet Elizabeth Shamblin Hubbs of Durango, CO died at her home surrounded by family on Oct. 5, 2020. Born July 15, 1933 in Charleston, WVA, she had recently moved to the Southwest in 2018 after 43+ years in Los Angeles, CA. She was born in a mountain-river town and died in a mountain-river town that reminded her of home. She...

Oct 5, 2020

Roxey Louise Casey died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on October 5, 2020. She was 78 years old. She was born in LaJunta Colorado on October 17, 1941 to Horace and Ruby Massey. Roxey married Jerry Casey on November 20, 1962. The family moved to Durango in March of 1970. Her main occupations were a District 9R school...

Sep 28, 2020

Ty Jordan MacGuffie, 24, of Purgatory, passed away on September 28, 2020 at his home. Ty was born on September 13, 1996 to Diane and Bill MacGuffie in Colorado. Ty was known for his kind loving soul, artistic eye, and brilliant mind. He had a love for skiing, reading, and creating artwork. He is survived by his parents: Bill and...

Sep 26, 2020

May 19, 1929 - September 26, 2020 George Robert "Bob" Wielang, 91 of Aurora, CO formerly of Durango passed away from natural causes on September 26, 2020. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 10:00 am at Hood Mortuary, 1261 East 3rd Avenue, Durango, Colorado 81301. Burial will immediately follow at Greenmount Cemetery. The youngest of...

Sep 25, 2020

Iva M. Peterson, 81 years of Durango, died peacefully at her home on September 25, 2020 with family by her side. She was born February 24, 1939 in Rose, NE. Iva grew up in Durango and graduated from Durango High School. She worked as a cook in the old high school on 12th street from 1973 to 1976. She then...