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Robert Eugene Chandler, age 88 passed awayJanuary 4th, 2020 at his home in Montrose Colorado. Robert was born August 8th, 1931, to his father Claire Chandler and mother Leora (Watkins) Chandler in Baraboo Wisconsin, he was one of nine children. He spent his childhood in Wisconsin growing up during WWII. Robert left home at the age of 15 and started his first job at a candy factory in Zion Illinois. On his 17th birthday he joined the military and was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division and...

In lieu of Flower The Family asks to please help with funeral arrangements Send Donations to: Judy Stratton Memorial Fund in care of Tracy Stratton Yonker @ citizens State Bank P O BOX 430 Plattsmouth NE, 86048

    In Memory Of,          Beverly Diane Smith 02/17/1961 to 12/21/2019.  

     Brittany Sarah Benson-Matthews, 36, passed away on December 19 2019,    Brittany is survived by her son Brennan Fetherston, son of David Gerrad Fetherston. Her daughter Ava Mathews, Daughter of Vinton Matthews. Her parents Connie Miracle and Alan Miracle (step-father), her brothers Lucas Benson, Adam Miracle (step-brother), Jason Miracle (step-brother). Services pending at a later date.

In memory of Frances Darlene Henni 12/10/1957 to 12/18/2019. Frances is survived by he husband Jack Henni. Her sons Joshua Trobiani, Ralph Trobiani, and Jack Ryan Henni. Her daughters Michele Bolte, Jodi Henni, Rachele Bever, and Katrina Rivera.   Services will be held at Grand Valley Funeral Homes, Friday 12/27/2019 at 1:00 pm.

 Lorna Jeanne Davis/Aunt Nornie (95) of Grand Junction, Colorado ( formerly of Durango, Colorado ) passed away peacefully on December 16, 2019.  Lorna was born August 3rd, 1924 in Achilles, Kansas to Cecil and Gladys Hurst.  In 1928, the family moved to Western Colorado ( Dove Creek Area).    After 3 moves, they ended up in Durango where Lorna graduated from DHS in 1941.   She began working as a bookkeeper at Jackson Hardware/French Hardware.  She...

Timothy Bruce Scigliano July 25, 1953-December 12, 2019 Tim Scigiano,66 Passed away December 12,2019 at Hopewest Hospice in Grand Junction co. He was Born to Harry Shockley( Pink) and Delores m Miller)(Pink) (Saunders) on July 25,1953 in St Louis Missouri. He is survived by three Daughter's Bonnie Saunders, Joy Salazar, Sherrie Scigliano. And two son's Stevie Saunders, Timothy Bruce Saunders. And his brother Ricky Pink, his step brother J.D. Linken hoger and step sister Connie...

Patricia Joan Mackenzie lost her battle with cancer on December 11, 2019. she was born on March 18, 1946 to Harvey and Mary Ann Holskeson. She moved to Grand Junction when she was 4 with her sister Mary Ann. She was raised by an amazing smart independent single mother. She then met the love of her life Dan Mackenzie and had 2 children. She was a beautiful loving Wife and mother. She was loved be her family and  was a strong living influence in their lives. She taught them about love...

Carl Sydney Mossberger Jr.: Husband, Father, Grandfather, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend,                                                                                                                   ...

Dolan K. Pratte, 41, of Clifton, Colorado, passed away from a motorcycle accident on December 10, 2019 in Whitewater, Colorado. Dolan was born to Larry and Cheryl (Hitti) Pratte on December 01, 1978, in Grand Junction, Colorado. He is survived by a son, Anthony Pratte, of Grand Junction.  Dolan was an automotive mechanic. No services are planned at this time. 

Linda Diane Keller of Fruita, Colorado died at home surrounded by family on December 6, 2019 at the age of 67.  Linda was born on February 10, 1952 in Long Island, New York to Buzz and Augusta (Samuelsen) Swaine.  Linda spent a lot of time traveling after high school finally landing in Gypsum, Colorado where she met Curt Keller.  They were married July 17, 1976.  She spent many years in Gypsum working at the Vail Post Office and helping with the American Legion...

On November 30, 2019 Evelyn Marie Cossins passed peacefully from this world, surrounded by her caring family and devoted husband. She was welcomed home and is cradled in the loving arms of her heavenly Father.  Evelyn leaves behind a legacy in her family of 4 daughters, 12 grandchildren, two of whom she raised like sons, Shawn and Taylor Cossins, 13 great-grandchildren and countless others that she enveloped into her fold, who may not have been family but were loved just as much. Evelyn...

Shaneen was born Sept. 17, 1969 in Fruita, Co. She was 7 months old when the family moved to Gunnison. Settling into life she was joined by 3 siblings Shayne, Shaytece, & Nicole. Shaneen loved her role as big sister. She was a fierce protector yet a gentle care giver. She graduated from Gunnison High School in 1987 and continued living in Gunnison. Her life took her on many adventures and places, eventually settling in Grand Junction. There she worked in the Home Health Care industry....

Courtney Schnell Stevens was born Aug 16,1989. She was born in Grand Junction, Colorado.She resided In Parachute Colorado. Her parents were Michelle Foust And Keith Stevens. Courtney worked at the Rodeway Inn In Rifle Colorado.She was very happy to be working, and had plans to become a drug and alcohol counselor, so she could help others. Her faith meant everything to her , she was very close to God and was very positive always keeping the faith. Her smile would brighten anyone’s...

Lawrence (Larry) Anthony DeCamp, 90, of Fruita passed away November 11, 2019 at Larchwood Inn in Grand Junction. He was born in Collbran, Colorado on April 11, 1929 to Alfred and Alice DeCamp. Larry graduated from Grand Junction High May 27, 1947. He attended Mesa Junior College where he played baseball. By his own testimony he played several different positions, pitching occasionally. Baseball was his favorite sport. In later years he and Anna faithfully attended the yearly JUCO baseball...

John N Ellis,  77, of Orphino, Idaho, passed away on November 15th, 2019 in Grand Junction, Colorado surrounded by his son, Jeff Ellis, daughters, Tracy Ellis, Lori Ellis and granddaughter Baby Rose Madison Ellis.        John's first son, John Raue Ellis passed away in July of 2015, although John Jr. was not there at the passing, he was there waiting to greet his father in the afterlife where he went to start his new journey. John leaves behind...

Susan was born on October 28, 1945 at the old St. Mary’s at 11th & Colorado. She went to be with the Lord on Nov. 7, 2019, after a lengthy Parkinsons-related illness that local doctors were unable to diagnose or treat.    She married Jim Anderson on Nov. 15, 1984. He survives.    Susan spent most of her career as an insurance claims adjuster, specializing in roof damage because she was the only one willing to climb onto rooftops to assess damage. She lived...

Geraldine A. Bennett, 82, of Grand Junction, CO, passed away peacefully in her sleep, November 6th, 2019. She was born March 25th, 1937 in Hastings, MN, daughter of the late William and Ethel Simmons. She is survived by her spouse George H. Bennett, sister Rita Quinn, children Mike Bennett (Jackie Bennett), Joyce Conner (Jeff Conner), Lisa Peterson (Brent Peterson) and Paul Bennett. She is also survived by her 9 grandchildren, Andrew, Clarissa, Jessica, Matthew, Alicia, Cherise, Melissa,...

 Wilfred C. Robedee, 82, of Grand Junction, passed away at this residence on October 26, 2019. Wilford was born in Greenwhich, Connecticut on June 2nd, 1937, to Wilfred G. and Dorothy A. (Leopold) Robedee. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Robedee and 9 children. Cremation will take place and his ashes will be spread at sea at a later date. No services are planned for the present time.

Harvey Durand passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Hope West Hospice. He was born March 25, 1933. A graveside service will be held at The Western Colorado Veterans Cemetery on Thursday, October 24, 2019.

June Ann Brennan February 8, 1935 - October 20, 2019 June Ann Brennan returned home to her Heavenly Father on October 20, 2019. June was born June Ann Davis on February 8, 1935, to James and Ann Davis in Louisville, KY. Her family moved from KY to AZ when she was just a young girl. The family then moved to Grand Junction were June would spend her young adult life. There she meet a young man who turned her eye, and on March 7, 1955, Wayne and June sealed their lives together in Salt Lake...