John Graves
John Graves, 86, was born in Porterville, Calif., to Arthur and Hildreth Graves in 1928. John was writing songs and playing piano for school and vaudeville-type shows, including the “Mickey Mouse...
View ArticleWilliam Michael Rich
William Michael Rich was born Jan. 16, 1954, in Great Lakes, Ill. Bill was very tiny; he and his twin brother, Rick, were three months early. Bill was a happy child who radiated his love and good humor...
View ArticleMemorial John Graves
“Howdy, howdy!” Local celebrity John Graves specified in his will that he would like “a big party with jazz, wine and lots of laughter.” And so it will be. The lighthearted celebration will take place...
View ArticleJohn Hunter Wilson
John Hunter Wilson, 85 years old, passed away in Post Falls, Idaho, on Nov. 9. He was born in Denver on Oct. 28, 1929, and graduated high school there. He served in the Army in the Korean War and...
View ArticleThomas Leroy Pennell
Thomas Leroy Pennell died Nov. 24 at his home in Pagosa Springs. Services will be Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 11 a.m. at the Allison Community Presbyterian Church. A full obituary will follow. Follow these...
View ArticleThomas Leroy Pennell
Thomas Leroy Pennell, age 73, died after a long battle with liver cancer on Nov. 24, in his home in Pagosa Springs. Thomas is survived by his wife of 49 years, Linda Pennell, of Pagosa Springs; his...
View ArticleIn Memoriam James E. Thode
See you later, Jim. Jim, it seems like only yesterday, You left us all alone. God called you in an instant, Into your final home. You were shocked to find yourself, With God in heaven above. The earth...
View ArticleJoaquin Ortega Chacon
Joaquin Ortega Chacon was born Jan. 27, 1955, in Santa Ana, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Paulita and Doroteo Ortega. Joaquin passed away Nov. 30 in Pagosa Springs. Joaquin came to work in Pagosa Springs in...
View ArticleCindy Gustafson
Cindy Gustafson passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at home in her sleep with her husband of 42 years, Ron, by her side. Services will be announced at a future date. Obituary to follow. Follow these...
View ArticleIn Memoriam Mary Jo Janowsky
The family of Mary Jo Janowsky would like to honor the one-year anniversary of her passing by thanking the community of Pagosa Springs for its outpouring of care, practical help and kind remembrances...
View ArticleWilliam Raymond Paschal
William Raymond Paschal passed away peacefully on Dec. 1, in Oklahoma City, Okla. He was born in Oklahoma City on Nov. 2, 1920, to Ernest Raymond and Mildred (Leddy) Paschal. After graduating from...
View ArticleGregory Thomas Smith
Gregory Thomas Smith, 55, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, at his residence. He was born in Columbus, Ohio, March 31, 1959, and has been a resident of St. Simons Island for the past 14 years. Mr. Smith...
View ArticleRonald W. Engelbrecht
Ronald W. Engelbrecht — Jan. 23, 1964-Dec. 4, 2014 Ronald W. Engelbrecht became a free spirit at the age of 50 at Pine Ridge assisted living in Pagosa Springs. Ron underwent two surgeries for brain...
View ArticleJames (Jim) Haliday
James (Jim) Haliday passed on in peace Dec. 3 at the Pagosa Springs Medical Center hospital. His “Celebration of Life” will be held Sunday, Dec. 21, at 3 p.m., at the Community United Methodist Church....
View ArticleServices Friday and Saturday for Dawnie Silva
Services for Donelia “Dawnie” Silva are as follows: Rosary, Friday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m., funeral mass will be held Saturday, Dec. 13 at 9:40 a.m. Both services will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary...
View ArticleKevon ‘Smitty’ Smith
Kevon “Smitty” Smith, 59, passed away suddenly but peacefully at his residence on Dec. 10. Kevon had recently moved to Pagosa Springs with his wife, Patti, from Aztec, N.M. He was born and raised in...
View ArticleJames Thomas Haliday
James Thomas Haliday Aug. 2, 1930 — Dec. 3, 2014 Jim passed away peacefully, on Dec. 3 at the Pagosa Springs Medical Center in Pagosa Springs. He was born Aug. 2, 1930, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Delphine...
View ArticleDonelia ‘Dawnie’ Silva
Donelia ‘Dawnie’ Silva Donelia “Dawnie” Silva, a wonderful mom, passed away Tuesday morning, Dec. 9. She was born in Pagosa Springs on Jan. 7, 1943. Dawnie married Joe Silva on March 22, 1962. She...
View ArticleIn Memoriam Alice M. (Montoya) Young
In Loving Memory Alice M. (Montoya) Young Nov. 16, 1929 — Dec. 17, 2011 Mother, She’s sweeter than the fragrances, That fill the dell in the spring, A joy she is above the joys, That all the years can...
View ArticleIn Memoriam Rafael Jaramillo Jr.
In loving memory of Rafael Jaramillo Jr., Oct. 17, 1929, (Edith, N.M.) to Dec 29, 1981, (Layton, Utah). USMC Korean Conflict. Loved his parents and brothers and sisters without question. Loved his...
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