Harriet “Jean” Robinson, resident of Pagosa Springs and Nokomis, Fla., 82, beloved wife of Harvey J. Robinson, died May 23, in Pagosa Springs from complications of end-stage Parkinson’s disease.

He was her 24/7 caregiver for the last few years of her life. She had a peaceful end to a very long and hard struggle. She never complained though she was still telling us what to do until the very end. Harvey and Jean are the owners of Cool Pines RV Park in Pagosa Springs, which they built and opened in 1998.

She was born Feb. 16, 1932, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Alice E. Palmer and Asa O. Palmer. She graduated from Cortland State Teachers College (SUNY-Cortland) in 1952. She taught elementary school in Klamath Falls, Ore., and then Peekskill, N.Y., before moving to Sarasota, Fla., where she taught first grade at Phillippi Shores Elementary in the Sarasota County School District for over 25 years.

She married Harvey J. Robinson May 2, 1970. She is survived by her husband, of Pagosa Springs and Nokomis, Fla.; daughters Alice Robinson (the Rev. Robert Pope), of Bayfield; and Elizabeth Ellis (Daniel), of Union, Ky; sons Patrick Robinson (Bonnie), of Old Fort, N.C.; and Michael Robinson (Sharon), of Denver; grandchildren Andrew, Sophie and Gabriel. She was preceded in death by her brother, Asa O Palmer, Jr., and her parents.

Jean was active, until slowed by Parkinson’s, in RV organizations: GMC Sunshine Statesmen, Family Motor Coach Association and Beaver Motor Coach Association. She and Harvey full-timed in their motorhome for the last 20 years.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 26, at noon at St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, Pagosa Springs. A reception will follow at Cool Pines RV Park. Another service is planned for Dec. 1 at The Church of the Redeemer in Sarasota, Fla.

Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson’s Disease Foundation or the Wounded Warriors Project.

Our family extends their deepest gratitude to Dan Keuning, Suzie Reno, Muriel Cronkhite, the staff of Pagosa Springs Medical Center and to Dr. Jill Marjama-Lyons, Albuquerque, N.M., Jean’s neurologist.

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Golda Elizabeth (Masco) Warr passed away on July 22, in Santa Fe, N.M., while traveling.

She was born Dec. 2, 1922, to Charles and Ruby Masco in Pagosa Springs on the Laughlin/Masco Ranch on the San Juan River, north of town. She belonged to the Laughlin/Teather families who pioneered the settlement of Archuleta County in the 1880s. She was a fourth-generation resident of Archuleta County.

She is proceeded in the death by her husband, August William (Bill) Warr, three brothers with their wives and two nephews: Charles and Dorthey Masco, John and Sara Masco, George and Hattie Masco and Dallas and Billy Masco.

Golda married August William (Bill) Warr on April 8, 1948. They were married 62 years. To this union two daughters born, Billie Marie and Becky Ann.

Billie Marie (Warr) and husband Sanford (Buster) Heath, of Texas. Buster and Billie’s children are: Sharmonea and Jason Baggett and their two children, Tristen Baggett and Lauran House from Oklahoma; son Conan Heath, of Texas; Ashley and Jake Kohan and their two daughters, Abigail and Madelyn from Texas.

Becky Ann (Warr/Eaklor) Thorne, of Colorado. Her children are: Wynona (Eaklor) and Sean Trepas and their children William, Luther, and Alexander from Colorado; son Eric Eaklor, of Colorado; daughter YoVonda Eaklor, of New York; and son Michael Thorne Jr., of Colorado.

She is also survived by three nephews; Larry and Russell Masco, Roger Masco and two nieces, Sharon Ward and Carolyn Locke.

Golda was buried in the Hilltop Cemetery in a private family service. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Pagosa Springs was her home and she loved it here.

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Durango resident Phil Leroy Griego died of liver cancer July 23. He was 58 years old. A rosary was held on Tuesday, July 29, at Hood Mortuary Chapel in Durango. Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, July 30, at St. Columba Catholic Church. Burial was at Greenmount Cemetery.

Griego was born to Feliciano Griego (pre-deceased) and E. Dora (Martinez) Griego on Nov. 26, 1955, in Henderson, Nev. He grew up in Pagosa Springs and Denver.

Throughout Griego’s years, his craftsmanship and work ethic spoke volumes. Griego was a handyman. No matter what needed to be fixed, Phil would find a way to fix just about anything and everything.

On May 26, 1979, Griego began the next chapter of his life with his marriage to Helen Montour. The love and memories they created together solidified a truly everlasting bond. Helen is and will always be the keeper of Phil’s heart. The couple together raised four sons. Griego’s happiness came from watching his boys grow into the men they are today. He made sure “family first” was always the highest priority. Griego never missed a sporting event and was always his sons’ No. 1 fan. Sharing in their various accomplishments, academically, athletically and personally, gave Griego a joy that only a proud father like him will understand.

Watching his sons grow into fathers themselves brought a joy to Phil that warmed his heart beyond words. Griego loved his four grandboys and his only granddaughter. When around his grandchildren, his face would light up like the sky on the Fourth of July. Anything his grandchildren wanted, he made sure he got it for them. Together with his beloved wife, they were the light of his life and his foundation of happiness.

Griego is survived by his wife of 35 years of marriage, Helen Griego, of Durango; his children, Phillip and Becky Griego, of Farmington, N.M., Jonathan and Amy Griego, of Durango, and Orlando Griego and Katherine Sumrall, of Durango; his grandchildren, Trel, Zander, Sataurus, Alyza and Jasia.

He was preceded in death by a son, Anthony Griego, and his father, Feliciano Griego.

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Darlene Wilson, 76, passed away July 26 in Pagosa Springs. She was born June 1, 1938, in Long Beach, Calif. Being in a military family, she lived in many places before her father retired from the military in the late 1940s. She graduated from high school in Spokane, Wash. The family then moved to Orlando, where her father worked in the space industry. She married and moved with her husband and daughter, Theresa (Terri Tarr), to Cupertino, Calif., in 1965. She worked for Lockheed-Martin in the credit union there as an accountant.

Darlene retired in 1994 and eventually moved to Pagosa Springs in 1999 to be closer to her daughter, Terri. She loved being here; she loved her growing dome and grew produce for her family and neighbors. She was always a hard-working woman that would help her friends with anything needed. She looked forward to, and enjoyed working at, the health fair for 14 years.

Darlene is survived by her daughter, Terri Tarr; her sisters, Martha Austin, of Lowell, Ore., and Patrician McKenna, of Centralia, Wash. Darlene had many wonderful friends in Pagosa Springs. Being friends to Darlene meant to be there for them, enjoy their company and to give of herself. All of her friends knew that they were special to her. Her closest friend in Pagosa Springs was Carol Ball. The family wants to thank all of you that helped Darlene and Terri with Darlene’s declining health in the last two months. The family wants to thank the staff who cared for Darlene at the Pagosa Springs Medical Center.

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Michael Patrick Ward, 61, died Aug. 2 in Pagosa Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas A. Ward and Dorothy Ward, of Wilkes-Barre, Pa. He is survived by his wife, Joan Yuhas Ward, of Pagosa Springs; his brother Thomas J. Ward and sister-in-law Elizabeth Ward, of Columbia, S.C.; and nephew Ryan Ward, of Rumson, N.J.

Michael was originally from Wilkes-Barre, where he graduated from Coughlin High School. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout and had a lifelong interest in the outdoors and conservation. He received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa., where he was president of the Civil Engineering Society during his senior year. He worked his entire career with Praxair, Inc., a global industrial gases company. During the first part of his career, he managed construction projects in a variety of locations throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. During the latter part of his career, he was a program manager at Praxair headquarters near Buffalo.

Michael and Joan, also from Wilkes-Barre, married in 1990. Their families were longtime friends. Michael and Joan retired in 2007 and moved to Pagosa Springs.

Michael loved the mountains and enjoyed skiing and hiking with his many good friends. He was active as a board member of the Weminuche Audubon Society and the Timber Ridge Homeowners Association. He also assisted his wife Joan in her activities with the Humane Society of Pagosa Springs and the Chimney Rock Interpretive Association.

Michael will be sorely missed by family and friends. In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to any of the food pantries in Pagosa Springs or the Humane Society of Pagosa Springs. A private service will be held in late August.

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Eva Jean Sparks, aka “Momma Jean” and “Granny Jean.”

She was born Jan. 29, 1926, as Eva Jean Poe. Yes, those Poes.

She accepted the truth from the Bible after reading “Face the Facts” when she was 13 years old.

She died a faithful servant of Jehovah on July 29 at age 88.5. She will never be forgotten for her faith and the love she showed for Jehovah’s name. (Heb. 5:10)

She gave birth to six children. She is survived by four of her children and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 35 Meadows Drive, on Saturday, Aug. 9, at 3 p.m. All are welcome.

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Born April 16,1938; deceased July 23.

Sherril was a wife and mother of seven children. She also mothered over 50 foster children, some with severe handicaps, along with her husband William of 57 years. They ended up adopting several of these children as their own. She was an Avon dealer for over five years in Pagosa Springs, earning many achievements and awards within that time.

Sherril is survived by her husband, William Arthur Ulery, of Independence, Ore. She is also survived by children Timothy Paul Ulery, Rebecca Joy Montano and Marci Ann Ulery, all of Denver, and Steven Joseph Ulery, of Durango. She is also survived by Adrian James Ulery, Tara Marie Ulery and Alan Matthew Ulery, all of Independence. Sherril also has 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

People may go to www.gofundme.com/sherryulery to make memorial donations to the family.

Memorial services will be announced at a later date. Services will be held at Central Baptist Church, 655 Pacific Ave., South Monmouth, Ore.

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All those who knew and loved Allan Kuderca are invited to a celebration of his life on Saturday, Aug. 30, between 3 p.m. and sunset at the Lodge of Elk Park, approximately 5 miles west of Pagosa Springs and north on Ironwood about one-quarter mile.

Barbecue will be served starting at 4 p.m. Bring a side dish, refreshments and your stories of Allan.

A Coleman lantern will be lit in his memory at nightfall. Please RSVP to 731-1997 and spread the word to anyone who knew him.

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Lowell O. “Mike” Bell passed away Aug. 17 in Durango at the age of 83. He was born on Aug. 16, 1931, in Viburnum, Mo., to Henry and Letha Bell. His family moved to Pagosa Springs in 1947, where they worked for Day Lumber Company. He married Twilah L. (Montroy) Bell on August 16, 1949, in Sante Fe. They moved to Durango in 1955, where they raised three sons: Ronald, Micky and Dale. Mike was a policeman for the City of Durango and reached the position of sergeant. He then worked for Weidman Sawmill hauling logs with his own trucks. After Weidman sold out, he drove freight trucks for ONC Freight Company.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Twilah Bell, of Durango, sons Ronald (Barbara) Bell, of Dayton, Ore., Micky (Debbie) Bell, of Ignacio, and Dale Bell. He has four grandchildren, Christine Graham and family, of Austin and Bayfield; Michelle Lengal and husband Travis, of Aztec, N.M.; Shawn Bell and family, of Arizona; Lori Fuller and family, of Texas. He is also survived by numerous siblings, nieces and nephews.

A family memorial will follow at a later date.

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Hank and Norma Buslepp died together, suddenly, in an automobile accident on Monday, March 3. They were both 82 and resided in Pagosa Springs.

Henry Richard was born April 26, 1931, in Detroit, Mich., to Clarence and Winifred (Kaake) Buslepp. Norma Estelle was born March 21, 1931, in Ferndale, Mich., to William and Marion (Canfield) Lageman. They both attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Hank majoring in pharmacy and Norma in secondary education. While in college, and always in the company of good friends who knew them well, Hank and Norma were introduced to each other on a blind date and were married right after their graduation in 1953.

Hank and Norma enjoyed over 60 years of partnership during which they shared and supported each other in their various interests and professions. Hank was a pharmacist in Michigan and Colorado, owning two small pharmacies: Kipling Village Pharmacy in Lakewood and the Medicine Shoppe in Brighton. Norma taught business English to high school students in Ann Arbor, Mich., served as the secretary for St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church and briefly as a travel agent in Boulder, and later became a Watkins spice and home products dealer throughout the state for many years. Throughout their life together, they were both involved in numerous church, school and community organizations. They enjoyed music, art, sailing, hiking, history, politics, gardening, traveling throughout the U.S. and the world, and designing and creating their homes in Boulder, Erie and Pagosa Springs. They were both fabulous cooks (and Hank a winemaker) and are probably best known for their hospitality toward family and their many good friends. Above and beyond enjoying their own interests and accomplishments, their never-failing love and pride went to their children, Susan Ilene (1956) and James Allen (1961), and to their grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom they enjoyed, nurtured and encouraged to pursue their own independent dreams.

Hank and Norma are predeceased by their parents and Hank’s older brother, Robert C. Buslepp. They are survived by their daughter, Susan Buslepp Morrison, and her partner Ron Smith, of Sutton, Vt., and Friendship, Maine; and son James Buslepp and his wife, Lynn Selwa, of Lavonia, Mich., and by their grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Nathanael Morrison and son Tristan, of Colorado Springs; Amanda Morrison, of Fort Collins; Adria (Morrison) Sawyer, her husband Jayson and daughter Autumn Ilene, of China, Maine; and Benjamin Morrison, of Sutton, Vt. Also, by their sister-in-law Barbara Buslepp, of Jackson, Mich.; nieces Kathy, Deborah and Elizabeth, and nephew Karl and their families; cousins Richard, Joyce and Bill and their families in Canada. And by their “adopted” families: Susie Reno, Mary Amanna, Bud and Jeanne Westermann and family, and Joe and Barb Falace and their children. And by the many dear friends and neighbors that filled their lives with so much caring and laughter.

A gathering to celebrate Hank’s and Norma’s lives was held at their home in Pagosa Springs on March 15, to which a great many of their friends and family members brought wonderful food, warm memories and deep sentiment for these two very special people. Those who would like to make a donation in memory of Hank and Norma are encouraged to do so at Chimney Rock Interpretive Association, where Hank’s passion and respect for the ancient people who once lived there inspired the tours he gave each summer (P.O. Box 1662, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147); or to the Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, where Norma was an active member, newsletter editor and enjoyed many meaningful friendships (P.O. Box 5984, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147). Susan can be reached at SusanIMorrison@hotmail.com. James can be reached at LynnAndJim@bearkat.biz.

To the many friends, business and professional people of Pagosa Springs, we would like to extend our sincere thanks and deep appreciation for all that you have done for our family during this very difficult time. Accepting the situation, closing a household and settling an estate are daunting tasks, yet to each person we’ve turned to for help or information we have been received with compassion and efficiency that has lifted our hearts and made our job so much more bearable. Coupled with the beauty of this place and the wonderful friendships our parents experienced here, we understand and appreciate why they held Pagosa Springs so dear. Thank you. Susan Morrison and James Buslepp.

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Jesse James Hanson-Colburn, 34, passed away the week of Aug. 12, in Archuleta County. A celebration on his life will be held 13 miles south on Trujillo Road at Trujillo Church, St. James mission at 1 p.m. on Aug. 30.

Jesse was born April 21, 1980, in Juanita, Colo., the son of Jack Colburn and Jeanne Hanson-Colburn. He grew up on Trujillo Road in Archuleta County. They lived in Alaska for a short time, where Jack’s life was taken.

Jesse completed his education in Pagosa Springs, where he fell in love with the written word, masonry, blacksmithing and ranch work. His talent for masonry is reflected in many sites in Eagles Nest, N.M., Durango and Pagosa Springs.

Jesse enjoyed all aspects of the outdoors. He understood, loved and respected nature; he was a true mountain man.

He is survived by his mother, Jeanne Hanson-Colburn, of Trujillo Road; a son, Jackson Creel, of Grand Junction; four half brothers: Greg, Jeff, Matt and Toby Colburn; his aunts: Jessica Hanson, Vicki Brim, Christy Hanson, Donna, Sara Pipes; his uncle, Paul Hanson; as well as extended family and many friends.

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Longtime Pagosa Springs resident Betty Marlene Farrow went to meet her lifelong love, Wayne, in the arms of their Savior on Thursday, Aug. 21. She was 87 years old.

Betty was born on March 30, 1927, in La Veta, Colo., to Floyd and Marlene Denton. The eldest of three children, it was perhaps this role that instilled in her diligence and passion for taking care of her family — a skill in which she seemingly effortlessly excelled in for her life’s duration.

During her high school years, Betty spent summers with her grandparents in Bayfield. It was during one of these summers, when she was just 18 years old, that she met Wayne Farrow. After a three-week courtship, and when the late summer rains kept Wayne from haying, the couple eloped on Aug. 22, 1946.

Wayne and Betty’s heritage includes a son and daughter, three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Betty cherished her family above all and made it her life’s mission to ensure they were well taken care of and, particularly, well fed.

Betty was an active participant in her community. She worked as a secretary in the Pagosa Springs school system, drove the school bus and was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, as well as the Archuleta County Cowbelles. As a grandmother, she became a 4-H leader, imparting her knowledge in cooking, sewing, and other home-ec subjects in grandmotherly perfection.

Greeting Betty in heaven are her parents, sister Floydene Davis, and her husband of 55 years, Wayne Farrow. Surviving Betty are brother Paul Denton and wife Sue, of Sun City, Ariz.; brother-in-law Raymond Davis; daughter Marla Ebarb and husband Paul, of New Caney, Texas; son Alan Farrow and wife Joyce, of Pagosa Springs; granddaughter Nelda Kane and husband Shawn, of Litchfield Park, Ariz; granddaughter Mindy Potter and husband Erik, of The Woodlands, Texas; granddaughter Tracey Mosher and husband Mike, of Bayfield; step-grandchildren Ray Ebarb and family, David Martin, and Brandy Silva, of Texas. Betty’s seven great-grandchildren range in age from newborn to 11.

A memorial service for Betty Farrow will be held at the Archuleta County Extension Building on U.S. 84 on Saturday, Aug. 30, from 1 until 3 p.m. Donations in her honor can be made to Hospice of Mercy.

We love and miss you, Mom/Granny.

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Dr. Morris Self, age 92, passed away on Aug. 13 in Pagosa Springs.

He served five years in the Army as a combat engineer in World War II and was a highly decorated D-Day veteran on Omaha Beach.

Morris graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Ph.D. degree. He was a professor at the University of Florida for many years. He also consulted as a structural engineer and served on a national committee that advised, designed and wrote national building regulations and codes.

He loved and was an expert handball and racquetball player.

Morris is survived by his wife and three children.

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Raymond Robert Krzyzanski Jr. (Butch) was born Feb. 11, 1945, and passed away Aug. 23 at his home in Aspen Springs.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Krzyzanski; two brothers, Ralph Krzyzanski and Roger Krzyzanski; his sons, Dan and Jessie; and daughter Shauna; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and many, many friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Mike, and daughter, Tami.

He will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at www.gofundme.com/d9pgs0.

There will be a memorial service Aug. 30 at 2 p.m. at his home in Aspen Springs.

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Memorial services for Dolores resident Carl Jacob Dutton will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Ertel Memorial Chapel. Pastor Anthony Maes will be officiating. There will be a reception following the services at the Cortez Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. No. 1789.

Carl was born on Feb. 9, 1929, in Pagosa Springs to Perry Albert and Byrel Esther (Bramwell) Dutton. He passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 10, in Denver at the age of 85.

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Doing what he loved, with whom he loved, Beau Michael Weiher passed away on Saturday, Sept. 13, at the base of Mt. Siyeh in Glacier National Park.  Born June 16, 1992, Beau lived life to the absolute fullest every single day of his 22 years, more than most people will in their lifetime.  Beau’s positive outlook, shining spirit, tender heart and passion for life touched the lives of everyone he met throughout his adventures.

Raised in Verndale, Minn., Beau moved to Colorado in 2005 and graduated from Pagosa Springs High School in 2010.

He is the dedicated son of Jim and Lori Weiher of Pagosa Springs; loving brother of Katrina (Luke) Brinton and Cassie McGrane; proud uncle of Victoria, Tucker, Teagan, Shayla and Chael; Beau also found the love of his life in his wonderful girlfriend, Rebecca Doll.

All his friends and family are welcome to join us in the celebration of the amazing life he led held on Monday, Sept. 22, at Elk Park Lodge, 5 miles west of Pagosa Springs on U.S. 160 at 11 a.m. Gates will be open.

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Christi Bristow of Berthoud, Colo., passed away Sept. 12. She was 35 years old. Christi was born in Pennsylvania to Bonnie Heinz Frazier. She graduated from Old Mill High School in Glen Burnie, M.D., and attended business college in Florida for two years. She was engaged to Steven Parker from Pagosa Springs. She left behind a loving brother, George Frazier, from Pennsylvania, close friends and her two favorite dogs. Her wishes were to be buried in Pennsylvania next to her mom to be at peace.

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Sharon Arlene Feyen

Sharon Arlene Feyen, of Pagosa Springs, went to heaven on Friday, Sept. 19,

She lived in Pagosa Springs for the last 10 years, where she loved to sit on the porch and watch the buzzing hummingbirds with the Pagosa mountains surrounding her. She was an amazing wife of 45 years to Ken, with three amazing children, Travis, Tiffany and Brittany. The love for her five grandkids was always apparent with her amazing ability to always be cheerful and full of energy and take in every precious moment.

Family was always most important to her, she loved spending time with all of them: daughter-in-law Andrea; son-in-law Greg; sister-in-law Barb — who she considered her true sister; brother-in-law Larry; cousin Margie; and Tiffany’s close friend, Terry.

Her optimistic views in day-to-day life, her strong faith of the Lord, unselfishness to a fault and her unwavering ability to love so deeply is why she was the rock of our family. She fulfilled her passion to give to others as a dedicated registered nurse for over 25 years. Sharon will be deeply loved and missed, but we all know she is happy with her mom and dad in heaven, finally out of pain and our Guardian Angel.

Sharon and family are very appreciative of the Hospice of Mercy team and their loving support. In lieu of any flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Mercy Health Foundation on behalf of Sharon Feyen. You may do so by contacting them at (970) 764-2800, or a donation can be sent to 1010 Three Springs Blvd., Suite 108, Durango, CO 81301.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. today at CrossRoad Christian Fellowship, 1044 Park Ave.

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Paul Henry

Paul Henry, of Pagosa Springs, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 22, at his home.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, Sept. 28, at Pagosa Bible Church at 4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Janna and Daniel’s ministry in Ukraine or Sonlight Christian Camp in Pagosa.

Donations can be sent to: First Love International, P.O. Box 15836, Loves Park, IL 61132, ChildrensHopeUkraine.org; or to Sonlight Christian Camp, P.O. Box 536, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147.

A full obituary will follow.

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Olof Wilhelm Hogrelius Jr.

Olof Wilhelm Hogrelius Jr., was born Sept. 12, 1945, in Hackensack, N.J., to parents Olof and Elizabeth (Dayspring) Hogrelius. He grew up in Hillsdale and Woodcliff Lake, N.J., before moving to Princeton, N.J.

He died Sept. 28 in Durango. He is survived by sisters Judy Hardardt and Jennifer Dehlinger; sons Christopher and Jonathan Hogrelius; and grandchildren Zanden, Ajia, Addison, Neruda, Oswaldo and Juniper Hogrelius.

An accomplished builder, glass artist and consummate philosopher, he left a wealth of loving memories for all who befriended him.

After graduating from St. Peter’s Prep in Peekskill, N.Y., and serving his country in the U.S. Navy, Olof attended Michigan State University and Parsons College in Iowa. There he met his wife and mother of his children, Francoise Morel. They lived in France, Pennsylvania and Tucson, Ariz. In 2007, he found paradise in Pagosa Springs.

Olof was a beloved friend to many. Pagosa friends can join the family in a memorial celebration of his life at his home on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 2 p.m.

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