Obituaries
Obituaries in La Junta Colorado and
Leanna Kay Werner
Aug 1, 2010
Kay Werner, 67, of La Junta passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2010 at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center after fighting a courageous battle with cancer for 2 ½ years. She was born to Carl & Agnes (Kramer) Jochems in Dodge City, Kansas on April 8, 1943. She married Stan Werner on May 19, 1962 in Windhorst, Kansas. Kay...
Ellen L. Goodwin
Jul 28, 2010
Ellen L. Goodwin, 79, of La Junta, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at her daughter’s home. Ellen was born in Cleveland, Oklahoma on December 22, 1930 to James Fred & Mary Bell (Ingle) Hodge. She married Troy Goodwin on December 5, 1946 in Raton, New Mexico; he preceded her in death on April 23, 1993. Ellen loved and cherished...
Jasmine Chanel Danielson
Jul 28, 2010
Jasmine Chanel Danielson went to be with the Lord on July 28, 2010. She had been attending college for three and a half years, studying to become a victims’ advocate and had dreams of becoming a private detective. Sadly missed forever by her father, Ken R. Danielson of Raton, N.M.; brother, Shayne Hampton Danielson, USMC, Jacksonville, N.C. & his wife,...
Leonard D. Harmon
Jul 25, 2010
Leonard D. Harmon, 71, of Manzanola, passed away July 25, 2010. At his request there will be no services. He is survived by his son, Pat Harmon; daughter, Sherry (Marvin) Houston; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frosty & Marie Harmon; wife, Yvonne Harmon; and granddaughter, Danielle Harmon. Peacock-Larsen Funeral Home & Arkansas...
Harold A. Block
Jul 23, 2010
Harold A. Block, 87, of La Junta, passed away July 23, 2010 at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Harold was born in Ulysses, Nebraska on September 25, 1922 to William & Ellen (Logi) Block. He married Bertha Smith on May 28, 1960. Harold farmed in Amherst, Colorado until 1972, when the couple purchased their first motel in Montrose, Colorado....
James Robert Richards
Jul 18, 2010
James Robert Richards, 68, died in Fairbanks, AK, July 18, 2010, with family by his side. A celebration of his life will be held in Fairbanks, AK at 2pm, Friday, July 30, 2010, at St Raphael's Parish, 1125 Old Steese Hwy, with a reception following in the Parish hall. A graveside service will be at 3 pm, Sunday, August 1,...
Paul J. Enns
Jul 13, 2010
Paul J. Enns, 88, of La Junta and former longtime Cheraw resident, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at the Arkansas Valley Regional Nursing Care Center. Paul was born to Isaac P. & Katherine (Unger) Enns on September 7, 1921 in Cheraw, Colorado. He married Wanda Jost on April 2, 1944 in Downey, Idaho. Paul worked for Nibco for 23...
Loraine Harrell
Jul 12, 2010
Loraine Harrell, 96, passed away on Monday, July 12th at the Bent County Memorial Nursing Home. She was born on August 13, 1913 in Groveton, Texas to Willis & Mary (Stevens) Steel. Loraine grew up in a family of four brothers & four sisters. They farmed in the Groveton area for many years, using only horses and mules to farm...
Ben B. Lacy
Jul 12, 2010
Ben B. Lacy, 90, of Pueblo passed away peacefully on Monday, July 12th at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo. He was born on September 25, 1919 to Raymond & Tempa (Taylor) Lacy in Wiley, Colorado. He married Fern Hendrix on May 14, 1939 in Holly, Colorado. Ben was a farmer, rancher, and a country music singer well known throughout Southeastern...
Loretta Ellen Blower
Jul 12, 2010
Loretta Ellen Caven Blower, 78, of La Junta passed away on Monday, July 12, 2010 at her La Junta home. Loretta was born on May 1, 1934 in Osceola, Missouri to Archie A. & Bessie Ellen (Starner) Caven. She married Jackie D. Blower in April of 1969, whom preceded her in death in April of 1984. Loretta graduated in 1953...
Rick Arlan Seberson
Jul 11, 2010
Rick Arlan Seberson, 49, passed away on Sunday, July 11th at his La Junta home. He was born on November 25, 1960 to Lowell & Joan (Hanson) Seberson in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Rick graduated from La Junta High School class of 1979. Rick worked for many years for Continental & America West Airlines in both McAllen, Texas and Phoenix, Arizona....
Shirley L. Garlington
Jul 9, 2010
Shirley Louise Hicks Garlington, 87, passed away on July 9, 2010 at her home in La Junta. Mrs. Garlington was born on Dec. 22, 1922 in Buffalo, Okla. to Elvin Palmer Hicks and Clara Mollman Hicks. She attended schools in Kansas and Colorado and graduated from La Junta High School in 1940. She completed her educational career at Brown's Business...
John Smiley Collins
Jul 6, 2010
John Smiley Collins, a retired United Methodist minister and a member of the Kentucky United Methodist Conference for over 50 years, age 86 passed away on July 6, 2010 at the Wesley Manor Retirement Community where he was a resident. He is survived by his wife Jo Ann Vanada Kelley Collins; his two sons, Keith Collins of Chicago, Illinois and...
Jacob Frederick Freidenberger
Jul 4, 2010
Jacob Frederick Freidenberger, 88, departed this life on July 4, 2010, in La Junta. Jacob was born September 4, 1921 in La Junta to Jacob & Evelyn Freidenberger. He is survived by his daughter, Lila (Norman) Bailey; grandchildren, Jeff (Jaime) Bailey, Rick (Shannon) Bailey, Dave (Mollie) Bailey, and Michelle (Paul) Martinez; and eleven great-grandchildren. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins survive....
Larry Delbert Eckels
Jul 1, 2010
Larry Delbert Eckels, 65, of La Junta, passed away unexpectedly on July 1, 2010, in Pueblo. A memorial service will be Friday, July 9, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. at Peacock Memorial Chapel in La Junta with Reverend Rick Miller of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church of Rocky Ford officiating. Inurnment will follow at Fort Lyon National Cemetery with military honors from...
Judi D. Wood
Jun 26, 2010
Judi Darlene Wood, 63, of La Junta was granted her angel wings on Saturday, June 26, 2010. She was in the arms of her husband in the final moments in their home. A Celebration of her life will be Thursday, July 1st, at 10:00 a.m. at the La Junta First Church of the Nazarene, with Pastor Andy Albright officiating. Judi...
Emilio O. Gonzales
Jun 23, 2010
Emilio O. Gonzales, 78, passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at the Joni Fair Hospice House in Pueblo. He was born to Hilario & Juanita (Ortiz) Gonzales in Las Animas, Colorado on August 8, 1931. Emilio enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family. He is survived by his children, Juanita (Jesus Rivera) Otero of Liberal, KS; Edward (Debra)...
Warren L. Snyder
Jun 16, 2010
Warren Lee Snyder, 86, of La Junta, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be Monday, June 21, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church with Rev. Ron Skorick of the First Christian Church officiating. Interment will follow at the Fairview cemetery with Military honors. Warren was born...
Charles Michael "Mike" Brann
Jun 11, 2010
Charles Michael “Mike” Brann, 52, of Morgan, Utah, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2010 in La Junta, Colorado. He was born to Charles Rodney & Marjorie Ann (Doss) Brann in Monte Vista, Colorado on April 10, 1958. Mike graduated from Durango High School in 1976. He was a master plumber and truck driver. Mike was an accomplished Fly Fisherman...
Steve J. Archuleta, Sr.
Jun 9, 2010
Steve J. Archuleta, Sr., 78, passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at his La Junta home. He was born to Antonio & Cipriana (Vigil) Archuleta in Todd, Colorado on January 26, 1932. He married Tomasita M. Gutierrez in 1962 in La Junta. Steve enjoyed fishing and watching his favorite football team the Kansas City Chiefs. He was a member...
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