Wayne Raymond Adams
Jun 19, 2025
It is with deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Wayne Adams. Wayne was born to Ernestine and Raymond Adams in Denver, Colorado. He spent his childhood in Bailey with his sisters, Laurie and Gayle. Winters were spent at the family-owned Geneva Basin Ski Area where he skied and worked. Summers were spent at Blue Mesa riding his dirt bike...
Larry Walker
Jun 16, 2025
A Loving Tribute
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Larry Walker, who went home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2025, at the age of 85. Larry Walker was a cherished husband and a beloved member of our community.
Born on April 21,1940 in Titusville, PA, Larry Walker grew to exemplify the values of kindness, dedication, and...
Sandra W. Adams
Jun 11, 2025
Sandra W. Adams 88 years old, of Montrose, CO passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, at Montrose Regional Health.
She was born on December 24, 1936, in Bootle, England to John Frederick and Winifred Jones. She spent most of her young life in England with her two brothers and a half- brother and half -sister. She loved to dance and...
Dr. Philip Childress
Feb 12, 2025
October 11th, 1941 - February 12th, 2025
Born in Wagoner, Oklahoma, Dr. Phil Childress was a lifelong educator whose passion for learning and dedication to his students left an indelible mark on all who knew him. He began his teaching career as a chemistry teacher in Vinita, Oklahoma, where he met the love of his life, Kay Carter Childress. The two...
Timothy "Tim" James Ramsey
May 23, 2025
Timothy James Ramsey ( Tim) of Montrose, CO went to be with his Lord and Saviour on May 23rd, 2025 @11:10 pm. He was 84 years old and a resident of Heidi’s Chateau at the time of death. He is survived by his wife, Janet (Jan), of nearly 27 years; daughter, Shannon; son, Sean, & daughter-in-law, Joy; 3 grandchildren, Ayden...
Rosalie (Rosie) Cohenour
Dec 23, 2024
Rosalie (Rosie) Cohenour passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024 in Montrose, Colorado. She was 90 years old.
Rosie was born in 1934 as the “oldest by five minutes” half of the first set of twins born that year at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo. She grew up in the Bailey, Colorado area where she attended and graduated from a...
Michael Joseph Berry
Jun 2, 2025
Michael Joseph Berry, aged 86, passed away on June 2, 2025, at home in Montrose, Colorado. Born on October 16, 1938, in Clondalkin, County Dublin, Ireland, to Patrick Gerald Berry and Nora Wimsey Berry. Though born in Dublin, Michael spent his formative years in Ballymote, County Sligo; along with his three younger brothers—Gerald, David, and Donald.
When Michael was sixteen, he...
Terry Jay Lutz
Apr 12, 2025
In Memory of Terry Jay Lutz
Terry Jay Lutz, 86, passed away peacefully on April 12th, 2025. He was born July 14th, 1938, in Montrose, Colorado.
Throughout his life, Terry was known for his steady presence, strong work ethic, and sense of humor, A gifted storyteller, he delighted family and friends with tales of a life well lived and creating cherished memories...
Jack Moores Jeffers
Jun 21, 2025
Jack Moores Jeffers, 91, of Montrose, CO, formerly of Virginia and Wyoming, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Montage Creek Assisted Living, Montrose, CO. Jack was a Professional Photographer and many of his works can be found online at www.jeffersfineart.com All Services will be private at this time.
“We are artists...
a fine art photographer, an abstract painter.
In the...
Jack Steenbergen
Jun 15, 2025
Jack Steenbergen was born in Gunnison, Colorado July 4, 1942, to Father, George Steenbergen, and Mother, Eleanor Matchett Steenbergen.
Preceded in death by Father, Mother, Brother, Donald Steenbergen and Grandson J. D. Steenbergen.
Survived by two Sons, Jeff in Sapulpa, Oklahoma and George in Olathe, Colorado. Granddaughter Stephanie, Great Grandchildren, Jimmy Dakota and Brooklyn.
Married Betty Forehand in Las Vegas, Nevada April 7,...
Doris Fern Kessler
Jun 12, 2025
Doris Fern Kessler, 87, of Montrose, Colorado, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025 in Loveland, Colorado, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on July 8, 1937, in Montrose to Don and Esta Galloway, Doris was raised on the family farm and ranch where she enjoyed a childhood immersed in the beauty of rural life. One of her cherished memories was...
Cedelia M. Jiminez
Jun 7, 2025
Cedelia M. Jiminez, 93 years old, of Montrose, Co went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2025. Cedelia was surrounded by faith and her loving family.
Cedelia was born on November 19, 1931, in Canjilon, New Mexico to Joseph Raynaldo Morales and Maria Inez Maestas. Cedelia moved to Montrose, Colorado with her family at a very young age.
Most...
Beaula "Bee" Helgeson
Jun 6, 2025
Beulah (Bee) Lillegaard Helgeson came into this world on November 1, 1923, in the tiny town of Stephen, Minnesota, on November 1st, 1923. After an incredible 101 years of life, she passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025.
Bee grew up in Bagley, Minnesota, where she first crossed paths with her future husband, Hunter. Her first impression? She thought he was...
Helen Legendre - Orr
Jun 6, 2025
Helen started her education in a one room schoolhouse in Central and South America where she spent her childhood. She went stateside to attend a Catholic High School in New Orleans, Louisiana where she met Octave J. Legendre. They were married on June 6, 1945. Her desire was to be an airline stewardess, but at that time they were required...
Victor Armendariz
Jun 1, 2025
Victor Armendariz, 80, passed peacefully at his home in Montrose Colorado with his family Sunday 1st of June 2025.
Victor was born in Delta, Colorado November 8,1944, to David and Guadalupe and from a young age had a strong work ethic and sense of humor. He loved to make people laugh and was always ready to make a joke or share...
Jerry Lee Godbey
May 31, 2025
Jerry Lee Godbey, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on May 31, 2025, at the age of 83.Jerry was born on April 30, 1942, in Elizabethtown, New York, to Bun and Lena Godbey. He was the second of four boys and spent his formative years in the scenic towns of Ouray and Montrose, Colorado. A proud...
Patricia "Pat" Lee Decker
May 26, 2025
Patricia Lee Decker
Patricia (McGinnis) Decker (Pat) was born on July 17th, 1948 to Aurthur “Paul” and Hazel McGinnis in Yuma, AZ. After graduating from Kofa High School class of 66’, she attended classes at Arizona Western College. She then moved to Durango, Colorado to help her sister Shirley. The decision to enroll in courses at Fort Lewis lead her to...
John "Ric" Richard Alford II
May 23, 2025
John Richard Alford II, ‘Ric’ passed away peacefully May 23, 2025, with his family by his side. He was 69 years old and had been a resident of Montrose since 1994. He was a Land Steward in high country restoring it to natural grass lands for grazing, retiring in 2013.
He was born in Fort Gordon, Georgia on February 14,1956, the...
Judith (Judy) Irene Brown
May 23, 2025
Judith (Judy) Irene Brown, age 82, of Montrose, Colorado passed away on May 23rd, 2025, in Montrose, Colorado. Judy was born on June 13, 1942 in Long Beach, California to Spencer (Bill) Brown and Pauline Brown (Frost). Judy graduated from Montrose High School in 1960 and later pursued a career as an executive administrator.
Judy worked for Colorado Land Bank for...
Florence Rita Veo
May 21, 2025
Florence Rita (DelTonto) Veo was born on September 27th, 1933 to Pete and Susie DelTonto in Montrose, Colorado. Growing up, Florence lived on the family farm working in the fields and helping her mother tend to her younger siblings and the house. She often spoke of her morning chores which included milking the cows before catching the school bus. She...
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