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Obituaries

Obituaries in La Junta Colorado and

William Keith Reynolds

William Keith Reynolds

Jan 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William “Bill” Keith Reynolds, age 87, on January 12, 2025. William was born on December 14, 1937, in Hoytville, Ohio, to Donald and Mildred Reynolds. He married the love of his life, Glenda “Tudy,” in 1955, beginning nearly 70 years of love, laughter, and partnership.

Bill was the kind of man who left...

Michael Patrick Matthews

Michael Patrick Matthews

Jan 11, 2025

Michael Patrick Matthews, 58, of La Junta, passed away, January 11, 2025 in Pueblo, Colorado. He was born on June 27, 1966, in Pueblo, to Orley William and Rosalea (Deatherage) Matthews.

At this time no services are planned.

Online condolences may be made at www.PeacockFH.com. Peacock-Larsen Funeral Home & Arkansas Valley Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

Stella Sedillo-Garcia

Stella Sedillo-Garcia

Jan 10, 2025

Stella Sedillo - Garcia passed away January 10, 2025 in Parker, Colorado at the age of 90. Stella was born on Sunday, November 10, 1934. She was born in St. Vrain, Colorado in Weld County. She was the daughter of Michael and Pauline (Cordova) Sandoval of Dacono, CO. She was the 4th child of 13 siblings. 

Stella attended school in Frederick,...

Josephine "Josie" Medina

Josephine "Josie" Medina

Jan 8, 2025

Josephine "Josie" Medina, age 91, of Las Animas, Colorado peacefully passed away on January 8, 2025 surrounded by the love of family, in the warmth of her home.

Josie was born September 12, 1933 in Las Animas, Colorado to Joe Muniz and Lucy Medina (Martinez). Josie lived most of her life in Las Animas. She was a member of St. Mary’s...

Marjorie "Marge" Alyne Britton

Marjorie "Marge" Alyne Britton

Dec 31, 2024

Marjorie “Marge” A. (Bowser) Britton was born Wednesday, April 10, 1940, in Swink, Colorado. She was the daughter of Sarah J. (Thompson) Bowser and Lane C. Bowser. Marjorie gained her angel wings Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at the age of 84. 

Marjorie served in the women’s army corp. before becoming a wife and mother. Throughout her lifetime Marge worked in restaurants,...

Alfred Ray Zumwalt

Alfred Ray Zumwalt

Dec 30, 2024

Alfred Ray Zumwalt, 81, of Swink, Colorado passed away December 30, 2024 at his Swink home. He was born August 6, 1943, in Lufkin, Texas to Frank & Corrine (Stele) Zumwalt. 

A graveside service will be held at a later date. 

Online condolences may be made at www.PeacockFH.com. Peacock-Larsen Funeral Home & Arkansas Valley Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

Alma Mary Gutierrez

Alma Mary Gutierrez

Dec 27, 2024

Alma Mary Gutierrez, 82, of La Junta, Colorado passed away December 27, 2024 in Pueblo, Colorado. She was born November 21, 1942 in La Junta, Colorado to Jake Whatley & Ida Archuleta.

Alma is survived by her husband Arthur E. Gutierrez of La Junta, CO; children, Lorraine Gutierrez of La Junta, CO; Arthur Gutierrez, Jr. of La Junta, CO; Robert (Jeanette)...

Janice Ann Whatley

Janice Ann Whatley

Dec 22, 2024

Janice Whatley, 74, was born on February 11, 1950, in La Junta, Colorado passed away unexpectedly on December 22, 2024, at her La Junta home. 

Janice lived a full life, she was free spirited, feisty, strong woman. One who was never afraid of speaking her mind. She will be remembered for her love, strength and resilience. Janice enjoyed family time, camping,...

Anthony Rangel

Anthony Rangel

Dec 21, 2024

Anthony “Ponce” Rangel of La Junta passed away in his home on December 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Delfa Marinelarena on September 11, 1959, in La Junta, Colorado.

 Anthony enjoyed helping people through his work as a CNA and Dialysis Technician. He loved to tease and bring smiles to his patients. His true passion was...

Kristin Sue Kadlecek

Kristin Sue Kadlecek

Dec 18, 2024

Kristin Sue Kadlecek, 47, of La Junta, CO, passed away December 18, 2024, in Pueblo, CO. Kristin was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska on March 13, 1977, to Ted & Lisa (Homewood) Kadlecek. 

In 1977 her family moved to Sidney, NE where she attended elementary school. In 1989 the family moved to Rocky Ford, CO. She attended Manzanola Junior and Senior High...

Richard Paul Grasmick

Richard Paul Grasmick

Dec 16, 2024

Richard Paul Grasmick, Sr, lovingly known as Paps, 83 departed this Earth on December 16, 2024, at his La Junta home. Richard was born June 19, 1941, in Rocky Ford, CO to Paul & Catherine (Bitter) Grasmick. 

He attended Vroman School & graduated from Rocky Ford High School. After high school he attended Otero Junior College for a short time before...

Floyd J. Espinoza

Floyd J. Espinoza

Dec 11, 2024

Floyd Juan Espinoza, 52, of La Junta, CO passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in Pueblo, CO. He was born May 16, 1972, in La Junta to Florencio & Margaret Espinoza. 

A Life Well-Lived. Awaiting birth, with anxious hearts they waited,A family’s joy, a future brightly painted.Floyd Jr., they named him, a playful, hopeful sight,A prankster’s spirit, a humorous delight. With energy...

Roy S. Armstrong

Roy S. Armstrong

Dec 9, 2024

Roy Sherwin Armstrong, 72, passed away at home, December 9, 2024. Born, November 6, 1952, in La Junta, CO to Cecil and Mary Katherine Armstrong of Olney Springs, CO.

Roy attended elementary school in Olney Springs, and could tell you the name of every child in his first grade class and how he wore his favorite Roy Rogers t-shirt for class...

Lee Zamora

Lee Zamora

Dec 7, 2024

Lee Harry Zamora, 80, of La Junta, Colorado, passed away December 7. 2024, peacefully in his La Junta home with his wife by his side. Lee was born December 4, 1944, in La Junta, Colorado to Jennie Zamora Eddy.

Lee quit high school to join the Air Force in 1962. He was a Vietnam Veteran who joined the Navy Reserves after...

Jane Belle Hutchins

Jane Belle Hutchins

Dec 4, 2024

Jane Belle Hutchins entered this world on July 18, 1943, and departed this world December 4, 2024. A daughter of Leon Walter and Carrie Irene (Steinley) Girton, Jane was born in Oxnard, California, but spent her first years in Gage Oklahoma.

Following a story right out of The Grapes of Wrath, her family were the Okies who left Oklahoma seeking a...

Gabe

Gabe

Dec 4, 2024

Gabriel James Mondragon, was born in Leoti, Kansas on April 13, 1977 to Donald & Ida Mondragon. Gabe passed away on December 4, 2024 at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center due to a prolonged illness, He was 47 years old.

In Gabe’s younger years he was a very witty, fun, carefree, and very mischievous young man, who always fought for...

Kenneth John Schweizer

Kenneth John Schweizer

Dec 4, 2024

Kenneth John Schweizer, 68 departed this life on December 4, 2024, surrounded by family and under the care of hospice at his home in Manzanola, CO, after a three-year-long battle with colon cancer.

Ken was born December 1, 1956, in Rocky Ford, CO to John and Peggy Schweizer. He attended both Vroman School and Rocky Ford High School, where he was...

Virginia Maxine Sharon

Virginia Maxine Sharon

Nov 26, 2024

Virginia Maxine (Higgs) Sharon was born September 27, 1941 in Rocky Ford, CO. Virginia was proceeded in death by her parents, Virgil and Alice Bell Higgs and sisters Joyce and JoAnn. She is survived by her husband, Rick; children, Randy (Summer) Sharon and Twana (Andy) Klinkerman; brothers, Larry (Rose), Phillip (Diana), and Glynn (Rita) Higgs; grandchildren, Blair, Joshua, Nathannial, Brandon,...

Michelle Lee Wheeler

Michelle Lee Wheeler

Nov 22, 2024

Michelle Lee Wheeler, born on December 16, 1970, in Rocky Ford, CO to Larry & Cheryl (Michelsen) Warren, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2024, in Colorado Springs, CO. Michelle was a beacon of kindness and warmth, illuminating the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

A dedicated registered nurse, Michelle devoted much of her professional life to...

Mary Virginia Stewart

Mary Virginia Stewart

Nov 21, 2024

Mary Virginia Stewart, lived to be 90 years and one month. Mary was the middle child of five; Ruth, Norman, Mary, Rose, and Terry Michael. Their parents were John Ray & Audrey Pearl Stewart.

Her mother died July 16, 2000. Mary was very close to her sister Ruth and always waited for her to arrive at church. Ruth used a wheelchair...

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