Obituaries

Theresa Sanchez

Feb 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Theresa Sanchez, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, who left this world peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on June 26, 1942, Theresa was a dedicated member of the Monte Vista, CO community and a longtime active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in...

Mary Gutierrez

Feb 11, 2025

Mary Frances Gutierrez, beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on February 11, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on November 17, 1937, in a farmer's home between Sargent and Center, Colorado, Mary was full of life and spirit from an early age. She attended Sargent School and began working at a young age to support her family,...

Delfino Armenta

Feb 8, 2025

Delfino Anthony Armenta, 58, was born in Alamosa, Colorado on August 6, 1966. He was born to Delfino E. Armenta and Mary Evelyn Tapia.

Anthony loved the outdoors. If he could go fishing, he would be found at the lake. He also had a love of sports. He was an avid fan of the Denver Broncos, Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche and...

Cheri Younkerman

Feb 7, 2025

Cheri Lee Younkerman December 12,1949-February 7, 2025

At 1:53 am, February 7, 2025 our amazing mother took her last breath and went to be with our Heavenly Father for eternity. After battling CHF for years and going through cancer, Cheri Lee Younkerman, beloved mother to four children, at 75 years old, of Monte Vista, Colorado, passed away with family and friends...

Efrain Gomez

Feb 5, 2025

Efrain Gomez, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on February 5, 2025, in Center, Colorado. Born on February 20, 1937, in Michoacan, Mexico, Efrain was a proud member of the Hispanic community, embracing his roots with love and passion throughout his life.

Efrain dedicated his career as a foreman...

Timothy Garcia

Feb 2, 2025

Timothy Phil Garcia, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and talented tradesman, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on February 11, 1970, in Del Norte, Colorado, Timothy was deeply loved and proud to be a part of his close-knit family, the son of Feliberto and Sedelia Garcia.

Timothy was...

Joe Medina

Jan 31, 2025

Joe Medina, a beloved rancher, father, and friend, peacefully passed away on January 31, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on August 31, 1931, in Costilla County, Colorado, Joe dedicated his life to the land he adored and the family he cherished.

A proud member of the First Presbyterian Church in Alamosa, Joe was known for his profound love for...

Peter Dehnert

Jan 26, 2025

Peter Dehnert, 63, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Del Norte, Colorado. Arrangements are pending and will be announced through Mountain Valley Mortuary.

Helder Espinola

Jan 26, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Helder Manuel Espinola, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on January 26, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Graciosa, Portugal, Helder's journey led him to Alamosa, Colorado, where he became a beloved member of the community.

Helder was a dedicated butcher and worked...

Anita Martinez

Jan 26, 2025

Anita Aurora Martinez was born in La Junta, Colorado, on March 15, 1937, to Felipe B. Gonzales and Maria A. Gonzales. She passed away peacefully in Alamosa, Colorado, on January 26, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She lived a full life of eighty-seven years.

Anita's life was filled with love, service, and adventure. She grew up in New Edition in...

Lonnie Hye

Jan 26, 2025

Lonnie Dell Hye, beloved father, son, brother, and veteran, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 72 in Monte Vista, Colorado. Born on September 3, 1952, in Wichita, Kansas, Lonnie lived a life marked by love, friendship and service.

A proud member of the United States Air Force, he enlisted on June 1, 1970, serving...

Ricky Shaw

Jan 21, 2025

Ricky Lee Shaw, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, at the age of 57. He was born on October 7, 1967, in Alamosa, Colorado.

Ricky was a proud graduate of Sargent High School, Class of 1986, he possessed a wealth of wisdom and a heart of gold. He made his mark in the...

Gloria Fender

Jan 17, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gloria Nancy Fender, born on March 3, 1953, in Monte Vista, Colorado. Gloria left this world peacefully on January 17, 2025, at the age of 71.

Gloria was a free spirit, whose adventurous and brave soul led her to explore life in a way that was uniquely her own. A...

Forrest Gallegos

Jan 17, 2025

With heavy hearts and abundant memories, we bid farewell to our beloved Forrest William Gallegos, who passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025. Born on March 8, 1993, in Alamosa, Colorado, Forrest will always be remembered for his infectious smile, hearty laughter, and kind spirit.

Forrest was a true people person, known for his warmth and generosity. He thrived on sharing...

Cole Foster

Jan 8, 2025

Cole Nessa Foster passed away peacefully at home on January 8, 2025 after enjoying 87 years of life. He was born on Labor Day, September 6, 1937, in Ames, Iowa to Glenn and Ethel (Nessa) Foster. Because his mother was secretary to the Iowa State University's (then the Iowa Agricultural College and Model Farm) Home Economics Education Department, the ISU...

Lawrence Pacheco

Jan 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lawrence Pacheco, a beloved father, brother, and friend, who left us on January 7, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on May 7, 1950, in Del Norte, Colorado, Lawrence was a true son of the valley, devoted to a life of hard work, family, and the great outdoors.

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Danae Alspaugh

Jan 6, 2025

On January 6th, 2025, Eythel “Danae” Alspaugh (Bates) passed away at the age of 67. Danae was born in Levelland, TX on March 4, 1957 to Jimmy & Patricia Bates. She was married to Perry Alspaugh on June 28, 1984 in Del Norte, CO. 

Danae and her husband Perry worked hard on building a life in La Garita, CO. Together they...

Mark Edwin Boyd

Dec 31, 2024

Mark Edwin Boyd, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on July 26, 1953, in Spokane, Washington, Mark's journey through life was marked by his unwavering dedication to family, service, and a passion for learning. He lived in Del Norte, Colorado, and was cherished by everyone who knew...

Wilma Flaspohler

Dec 21, 2024

Wilma Jean Flaspohler, beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on October 7, 1935, in Vinita, Oklahoma, Wilma's warm spirit and gentle nature touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

In 1963, Wilma married the love of her life, John Flaspohler,...

Cory Myers

Dec 21, 2024

Cory Myers, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away on December 21, 2024, at the age of 45. Born on September 13, 1979, in Del Norte, Colorado, Cory was raised in a family deeply connected to the agricultural heart of the San Luis Valley. He spent his life dedicated to the land and the legacy of hard work...