Obituaries
Obituaries in La Junta Colorado and
James Charles Mulaney
Mar 23, 2025
James Charles Mulaney, 89, of Lamar, Colorado, passed away on March 23, 2025, at his Lamar home. He was born to James & Lotty (Crisp) Mulaney on July 27, 1935, in Arkansas.
James is survived by his daughter, Janeal Mulaney of Lamar, CO; grandchildren, Tara Dawn Mulaney of Las Animas, CO; Michael (Amy) Mulaney of Lamar, CO; Skyler (Mona) Mulaney of...
Charlie Apodaca
Mar 19, 2025
Charlie Apodaca, 89, of La Junta, Colorado passed away on March 19, 2025 in Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 10, 1935 in La Junta to Cesario & Benina (Zamora) Apodaca.
As we reflect on our dad's life, Charlie Apodaca will be remembered as a loving father, caring, and generous person to friends and all his family....
Mike Kelly, Sr.
Mar 13, 2025
Michael Richard Kelly, Sr., affectionately known as Mike, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, in La Junta, Colorado, at the age of 83. He was born on April 5, 1941, in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, to Joseph and Laura (Bergeron) Kelly.
Mike embarked on his journey to Colorado at the age of 18, where he began a fulfilling career that...
Derrick Isaac Ortega
Mar 12, 2025
Derrick Isaac Ortega, 21, of La Junta, Colorado passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 in La Junta. He was born Tuesday, December 2, 2003 in La Junta to George Ortega, Jr. & Christy Tarango.
Derrick was a devoted husband and father. He dedicated his whole life to his son, Mateo and his wife, La Teasha. He was deeply loved and...
Marvin C. Kibler
Mar 11, 2025
Marvin Kibler, 86, Passed away peacefully at his La Junta home on March 11, 2025.
Visitation will be Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Peacock Memorial Chapel.
Recitation of the Holy Rosay will be Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. with Father Joseph Matitu officiating. Both...
Sally Jo Kelley
Feb 24, 2025
Sally Jo Kelley passed away on February 24, 2025, from Parkinson's Disease. She was 75 years old. Sally was born August 31, 1949, in Sioux City, Iowa. She was the oldest of four children.
Sally spent her childhood in Iowa Falls, Iowa. She had many fond memories of growing up in a small town.
After graduation from high school, she spent one...
Paula Felicita Garcia
Feb 21, 2025
Paula Felicita Garcia, of Parker, Colorado formally of La Junta, Colorado, passed away Friday February 21st, 2025, at the age of 88. Paula was born August 11th, 1936, in Taos, NM, to Fermin and Maria Garcia.
Paula spent her childhood in Taos until the family relocated to Ordway, Colorado. When she reached the age of independence she moved to and lived...
Rodolfo Vasquez
Feb 14, 2025
Rodolfo Vasquez, 83, passed away on February 14, 2025 at Parkview Medical Century in Pueblo. He was born on February 15, 1941 in Durango, Mexico to Angel & Maria P. (Garibay) Vasquez.
For many years, Rodolfo worked at Western Foods in La Junta, where he was known for his hard work and integrity.
Rodolfo’s life was enriched by his close relationships with...
Lucille Ann Cordova
Feb 14, 2025
Lucille Ann Cordova, a beloved figure in the La Junta community and cherished member of her family, passed away on February 14, 2025, at the age of 65 in Pueblo, Colorado. Born on December 7, 1959, in La Junta, Lucille radiated warmth and kindness throughout her life, leaving behind a legacy defined by love, compassion, and unwavering dedication.
Lucille dedicated an...
William C. Piquette
Feb 14, 2025
William C. Piquette, 90, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025 at his North La Junta home. He was born on December 28, 1934, in Westcliffe, CO to Charles Edmond, II & Lucile Catherine (Falkenberg) Piquette. Bill, as he was affectionately known, lived a life filled with dedication to both his family and his profession.
Bill began his educational journey at...
Leonardo Romero
Feb 7, 2025
Leonard Romero, 82, of La Junta, Colorado, went home to heaven on February 7, 2025 in Rocky Ford, Colorado. Known by his family as Leonard and renamed “Leo” by his Inspiration Field family, was born May 12 1942 in Trinchera, Colorado to Jose George & Elsie (Maestas) Romero.
Leonard loved his family and followed his siblings around, always wanting to do...
Joseph Clarke Traynor
Feb 7, 2025
Joseph C. Traynor, of La Junta, passed away on February 7, 2025, at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center, he was 76 years old. He was born on April 10, 1948, in Washington, D.C. to Francis and Martha (Walton) Traynor.
Joe is survived by his longtime significant other, Deb Kindle of the La Junta home and several cousins.
Service will be held...
Manuel Felix Campos
Feb 4, 2025
Manuel Felix Campos, 55, of Rocky Ford, Colorado passed away on February 4, 2025 at his Rocky Ford home. He was born February 12, 1969, in Denver, Colorado to Albert Gallegos and Mary Campos.
Manuel possessed a profound passion for auto mechanics that went beyond just an interest, it was a calling that shaped his identity and career. From a young...
Sandi Hansen
Feb 3, 2025
Sandra “Sandi” Faith Clark (Goheen) Hansen, 75, of Cheraw, Colorado passed away February 3, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 27, 1949, in Belleville, Illinois to Herbert & Martha Fayth Marie (Lechner) Clark.
As an educator for many years in public schools, Sandi dedicated her life to shaping young minds. Sandi started her education...
James "Jim" Gary Long
Feb 1, 2025
James “Jim” Gary Long, 77, of La Junta, Colorado, passed away on February 1, 2025, at Parkview Medical Center. He was born on July 9, 1947, in La Junta, Colorado to Clarence G. and Marie (Morris) Long.
(Full obituary to follow)
Jim is survived by his life partner, Janet McGaughey of La Junta, CO; children, Bradley (Tessie Adams) Long of Goodland, KS...
Jerry Casias
Jan 27, 2025
Jerry Casias, 76, passed away at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 30, 1948 to Rudolph & Eva Mae (Cervantes) Casias in Rocky Ford. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict and worked as a custodian for the United States Postal Service for many years.
He is survived by his sisters, Cinny Casias...
Mary Helen Avalos
Jan 26, 2025
Mary Helen Avalos, 83, passed away January 26, 2025 at the Bent County Health Care Center in Las Animas. She was born on January 5, 1942 in Trinidad, Colorado to Benny & Romona (Ortega) Gallegos. She married Gilbert “Mr. A” Avalos who proceeded her in death on June 18, 2006.
As we reflect upon our mom, Mary Helen Avalos, will be...
Elizabeth LaVerna Korbitz
Jan 25, 2025
Elizabeth LaVerna Korbitz of La Junta, Colorado died January 25, 2025 at the Bent County Nursing Center in Las Animas, Colorado. She was born March 13, 1930 in Watseka, Illinois to the union of Herman and Miriam Peters.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin E. Korbitz. They were married for 49 years. She is survived by three sons,...
A.J. Quick
Jan 19, 2025
Alex James “A.J.” Quick, 34, of La Junta, passed away on January 19, 2025 at Anschutz Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado. He was born on November 20, 1990 at Ft. Carson, in Colorado Springs, Colorado to Todd and Robbie (Pryor) Quick.
A.J. is survived by his wife, Mariah Quick of the La Junta home; children, Maisen, Lexi and Aiden Quick of...
Henry Theodore Freidenberger III
Jan 14, 2025
Henry Theodore Freidenberger, III, 40, of Fowler, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. He was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming on Thursday, February 9, 1984, to Henry "Ted" Freidenberger, Jr. and Donna Logie. A proud veteran who dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his country, Henry exemplified the values of honor, commitment, and perseverance throughout...
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