Obituaries
Obituaries in La Junta Colorado and
Charles Ray Swann
Oct 9, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Ray Swann, a devoted husband, proud father, and respected member of the community, passed on October 9, 2024, at the age of 92. He was born August 16, 1932, in La Junta to Wilbur &Irene (Myers) Swann. Chuck lived a life marked by dedication, hard work and passion.
Throughout his career, Chuck was a very dependable person in the...
Ernestine Gonzales
Oct 8, 2024
Ernestine Gonzales, born on August 6, 1951, in Las Animas, Colorado, passed away peacefully on October 8 2024, in Pueblo, Colorado. Ernestine lived a life filled with passion, support for others, and vibrant connections within her community and family.
A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Ernestine is survived by her children—Juanita (Rick) Gallegos of Pueblo, CO, Josie (Sergio) Lopez of La...
Ben Nathaniel Hall
Oct 7, 2024
Ben Nathaniel Hall, was born Wednesday, April 24, 1929 in Cheraw, Colorado to James & Florence (Loomis) Hall. He passed away peacefully Monday, October 7, 2024, in La Junta, leaving a legacy marked by dedication and a love for the open road.
Ben attended the schools in Cheraw, where he laid the foundation for a life rich with experiences. In his...
Justin Jay Martin
Oct 6, 2024
Justin Jay Martin, 55, of La Junta, Colorado passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Memorial Central Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was born Tuesday, October 22, 1968, in La Junta to Gail & Sharon Martin.
Justin is survived by his wife Brenda Martin of Eastvale, CA; children, Andrew Jongeneel of Chicago, IL; Nicholas (Diana) Jongeneel of Eastvale, CA; Steven...
Gene D. Albrecht
Oct 2, 2024
Gene David Albrecht, 83 passed away October 2, 2024 at Pioneer Health Care Center. He was born July 7, 1941 in Denver, Colorado. He was adopted at six months old by David and Dorothy (Kidneigh) Albrecht. He grew up in La Junta and Cheraw area.
He was an avid Denver Bronco fan. He loved spending time with family, camping, fishing, and...
Karen S. Fishkin
Sep 30, 2024
Karen S. Fishkin, 83, of La Junta, Colorado passed away September 30, 2024 at Joni Fair Hospice Facility in Pueblo, CO surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 12, 1940 in La Junta to Ralph & Bea (Morgan) Luginbill.
Karen is survived by her children, Christopher Fishkin of Houston, TX; Donna (Joel) Polasko of La Junta, CO; and Dayna...
Harold Dell Price
Sep 25, 2024
Harold Dell Price, 77 passed away peacefully in Denver, Colorado on September 25, 2024. He was born in Millville, New Jersey. He was the son of Harold Alvador Price and Mabel Armanda Price. He married the love of his life and soul mate Florence Elizabeth Price on April 22, 1972.
Harold was a huge lifelong Denver Bronco Fan. He was a...
Dr. Wanda M. Girard, M.D.
Sep 25, 2024
Dr. Wanda Gloria (Miskowiec) Girard, M.D., passed away, peacefully, in her home on September 25th, 2024. A devout Christian, and member of the La Junta Catholic Parishes; she was a long-time resident of La Junta, Colorado.
A beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, and grandmother; Wanda was born August 31, 1930 to Josephine (Gonzales) and Dr. Adalbert Miskowiec, M.D., in La...
Charles A. Turner
Sep 22, 2024
Charles Albert Turner
January 8, 1922 – September 22, 2024
Charles A. Turner, 102, of La Junta, passed away on September 22, 2024, at the Evergreen Gardens Assisted Living. He was born on January 8, 1922, in Winter Haven, Florida to James and Ethel (Morlen) Turner. Charlie was stationed in La Junta during WWII with the army air corporal, there he met...
Betty Sue Martinez
Sep 22, 2024
Betty Sue Martinez, 72, of Oregon City, Oregon passed away on September 22, 2024, in Tualatin, Oregon. Betty was born in Las Animas, Colorado on July 18, 1952, the daughter of Juan & Duby Roybal. She had four sisters and four brothers (two of which were deceased as infants) and there are a multitude of entertaining stories about their young...
Leo Mark Perez
Sep 18, 2024
Leo Mark Perez, 55, of La Junta, CO passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024, in La Junta. He was born Thursday, August 7, 1969, in La Junta to Jose “Joe” & Cecilia (Medina) Perez.
Leo was an avid outdoorsman. He was always ready to hook a monster catfish at night. Leo most enjoyed big game hunting with the boys.
Above all, God...
Johnny Martinez Ramirez
Sep 17, 2024
Johnny Ramirez, 83, of La Junta, Colorado, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at his La Junta home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 8, 1941, in La Junta to Ysaac & Nazaria (Martinez) Ramirez.
Johnny loved to stay busy with his hands. Whether it was working in the yard, working on his house, or working in the...
Angie C. Romero
Sep 15, 2024
Angelina Casias Romero, 85, of La Junta, Colorado passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at her La Junta home. She was born Wednesday, February 15, 1939 in Springer, New Mexico to Frank & Felicita (Cruz) Casias.
Angie loved her children more than anything. Angie always worked very hard. She loved dancing and visiting with family and friends. Angie loved cooking, baking,...
Antoñio Victor Sanchez-Rodriquez
Sep 8, 2024
Antoñio Victor Sanchez-Rodriquez, was welcomed into heaven on September 8, 2024, at Children’s Hospital in Aurora, Colorado. He was born April 1, 2024, in Denver, Colorado to Markus Rodriquez & Neolani Sanchez.
Antoñio 's life was short but filled with more love than anyone could ask for. He gave us so much more back that our lives will be forever changed....
Marva Fritch
Sep 5, 2024
Marva Fritch, 76, passed peacefully with family September 5, 2024, following a journey of several years with Multiple Myeloma.
Marva was born to parents Ada Beth (Cranson) & Kenneth Finkner where she grew up on the family dairy farm in North La Junta. She attended area schools, graduating from LJHS in 1966. Also, Adams State, earning a B.S. in Medical Technology...
Estela Stanlick
Sep 3, 2024
On September 3, 2024 Stella Stanlick gracefully earned her angel's wings. She was born to Emma Esquibel, and raised by Emma and Frank Otero. God graced us by breaking the mold when Stella Stanlick was born on November 8, 1941, in Swink Colorado.
She attended schools in La Junta Colorado, graduating with top honors, later attending Otero Junior College, where she...
Charles "Butch" Powell
Sep 1, 2024
Charles Christopher Powell
July 22, 1960 – September 1, 2024
Charles Christopher Powell, 64, passed away at his home in La Junta, Colorado on September 1, 2024. Charles was born on July 22, 1960 in Raton, New Mexico to Charles Brice Powell & Angie Casias. Charles "Butch" "Wolf" will be remembered as the life of the party and his love for his...
Edna Lucille Carroll
Aug 31, 2024
Edna Lucille Carroll, 94, of Fowler, CO died Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Fowler Health Care Center.
Edna was born on January 19, 1930 in Bremer County, Iowa, the daughter of Carl C. and Hallie (Huffman) Smith. She attended school in Nashua, Iowa, graduating in 1948. She married William Thomas Carroll on June 3, 1949 at the famous Little Brown Church...
Alice "LaLa" Gomez
Aug 29, 2024
Alice “LaLa” Gomez, 83, passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side on August 29, 2024. Alice was born on August 10, 1941, to Ernest & Agnes (Blea) Gomez in Swink, CO. She was fondly remembered as the school lunch lady even years after retiring from the R-2 School District. She was a devoted mother who loved...
Charles Henry Vowles
Aug 28, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Henry Vowles
September 1, 1943 – August 28, 2024
Charles H. Vowles, 80, of Manzanola, lost his two year battle to cancer and passed away at home surrounded by his family on August 28, 2024.
Chuck was born on September 1, 1943 to Henry Charles and Gladys (Bye) Vowles in Belvidere, Illinois. After Chuck graduated from Hiawatha High School in Kirkland,...
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