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Jack Hugh Carpenter 85, passed away on June 12, 2019 in Grand Junction, Colorado.  Jack is survived by his wife Elaine, daughter Keta Carpenter Wroble (Rick), step son Ted Reid (Vivian), step daughter Lisa Oliver (Rick), brothers Jim carpenter (Lori) and John carpenter (Jen), 6 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Anna Irene Tattershall was born on December 4, 1929 to Verl and Mabel in Rocky Ford, Colorado.  Anna was the oldest of 7.  Anna met Carl Bender in 1945.  Anna and Carl were married on June 4, 1946 in the German Lutheran Church in Rocky Ford. Carla Ann was born to Anna and Carl in 1949.  When Carla was two they moved to Fruita, Colorado.  Soon after the move in 1951, Sandie was born and Terri came along nine years later in 1961.  Anna worked at JC Penney for 30...

Grand Junction — Alma (Ogden) Mayes, 78, died at peace on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at Larchwood Inns in Grand Junction, Colorado.  She was born in Sturgis, South Dakota. Alma’s childhood spanned Europe during the WWII reconstruction and Cheyenne, Wyoming.  She had a career working in the insurance field, specifically for State Farm for over 30 years.  Alma loved helping people.  Her contributions included being a cub scout leader, girl...

Gladys Louise Dixon  8/15/1926 - 05/29/2019 She Is proceeded in death by her loving husband: James E Dixon She is survived by her son: James E Dixon Jr. Daughters: Linda Dixon of Fruita Co., Rebecca Rhyneer of Tenn., Monique Behlke of Alaska Brother: William Hoover of Az. 7 Grandchildren and 20 Great-grandchidren She will be greatly missed

Lois Ashcraft  05/21/1937 - 05/27/2019 A devout Jehovah’s Witness, wife, mother, and friend, Lois Irene Ashcraft decided it was time. Stubbornly defying her late stage Alzheimer’s for years, Lois was on her own schedule. Despite the loving care of her close family and nurses, she died on Monday, May 27, 2019. She was 82. Lois was born on 5/21/1937 to James and Elvira Murray, just a stone’s throw from where her son and daughter-in-law currently reside in Fruita, Co....

Patricia Lee Dotson passed away peacefully on May 23, 2019 in Grand junction, Colorado, she was 59 years old.  Patricia was born on January 23, 1960 in Roseville, California. She is survived by her children Adam Mahan and Tara Jones, 4 grandchildren, a brother Robert Jones and a sister Sharon Nesbitt.  There will be a Celebration of Patricia's life on Tuesday May 28, 2019 at 3:00 pm at Junction Community Church 2867 Orchard Avenue, Grand Junction, Colorado 81501.

Gail Frances Danielson passed from this life May 17, 2019 in Glenwood springs at the age of 76.  She is survived by her longtime friend Corrine Trujillo and her beloved dog "Lucy".  Gail loved to read and spend time with her friends. Services will be announced at a later date.

Gerald Dean Black, 81, passed away May 15, 2019 in Fruita, Colorado.  Mr. Black was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served in the "Cold War" between 1956 and 1960.  He worked as a welder and mechanic supervisor for a school bus charter company.  He is survived by his wife Mareen Black, sons, Bart, Daniel, Matthew, and Chad and daughters, Terri and Neva.  Gerald had 16 grand children and 12 great - grand children.  Services for Gerald will be held in...

Donald Lee Connor left this earth 5/6/2019 Donald was Preceded in Death by his wife: Beverly Joy Connor He is survived by his sons: Arthur Connor and Donald Connor Jr. Daughters: Victoria Dussor, Nola Daily, Bridget Story, Teresa Nordrum, Donna Moore and Christina  Connor- Wiltse Sister: Mable Peters 18 Grand Children and 28 Great Grand children. He will truly be missed!

   On Thursday, May 2, 2019, loving husband and “Pops”, Larry Van Wye, passed away in his wife’s arms, at home. He was 70. He spent his childhood in Iowa and Denver.    Larry proudly served his country from 1967 – 1972 in the US Army with a tour in Vietnam from 1968 – 1969.  He then went to work in manufacturing in Phoenix, and since 1995, in Grand junction.  He retired in 2011 from Capco and enjoyed a well-deserved...

God Bless You, Mom March 6, 1943 - May 1, 2019 You can now rest peacefully. All of your pain, sadness and loneliness are gone.  You can now be with Grampy and Grammy.  May the angels hold you with love and tenderness, on your trip to heaven.  I love you mom, beyond heaven and earth. I always have and always will.  Lovingly, Your Sweet Girl, Tracy  xoxo xoxo  Now don’t you be fussing with Karlene. She’s your angel until you, take your heavenly...

"Karl Andrew Krelovich was promoted to Heaven on Saturday, April 27th., 2019. Karl's smile could light up a room, his bright blue eyes twinkled when he smiled, Karl never knew a stranger and his personality was larger than life. He had an enthusiasm for life like no other. The world truly lost a bright light, but he was ready to shine brighter in Heaven. Karl is survived by his Bride of 23 years, Kimberly Krelovich of New Castle, CO. His son, Kyle Steven of Yuma, Arizona, daughter,...

Sabrina Maria Sciglianopassed away peacefully with her friends and family by her side on April 16, 2019, just two days before her 76th birthday. Sabrina was born April 18, 1943 in Brooklyn, New York. After relocating across the country to California, she made her way to Colorado where her journey truly began. For many years, she worked tirelessly as a single mother to provide for her four children Ray, Terry, Patty and Robert.  She was no stranger to hard work and many times she...

Carole Ann Veysey passed from this life on April 9, 2019 in Clifton, Colorado at the age of 68. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Denver, Colorado by her sister Janet Sue Meyer.

Joseph Edward Johnson left this earthly life on April 4, 2019.  He was born March 4, 1934 to Armond Buriah and Blanch Adelia Edwards Johnson in Huntington, Utah.  He attended North Emery High School where he played basketball, developing a lifelong love for the sport, and was student body president.  He married Edna Sue Sitterud on December 16, 1955 in the Manti, Utah Temple.  They were blessed with seven children:  Kimball Edward (Dianne) Johnson of Fountain Green,...

     Nichole Marie Johnson, 32, of Grand Junction, passed away at St. Mary's hospital March 27, 2019. She is survived by her wife, Destiny Johnson, Step-father and mother, Hans I. Kunze and Holly M. (Walker) Kunze of Grand Junction, and brother Jason Johnson of Charlotte, North Carolina. Nichole was a residential and commercial painter, employed by her step-father, Hans I. Kunze. A Celebration of Life will be held at the New Life Church, 1350 N. 7th, Grand...

 Harry Ray Seffker, (77), passed away March 22nd 2019, in Grand Junction Colorado. Harry was born on March 24, 1941 in Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Elsie May Estle and John Henry Seffker. Harry grew up in Riverton, Wyoming and graduated from Morton High School. His wit, fun- loving nature, and love for the outdoors will be greatly missed. He enjoyed riding, racing, waterskiing, and any sport that involved a motor. His favorite bike of all time was the Harley. He owned at least 10 in his...

Roy Myers 1/6/1932 - 2/26/2019 Roy is survived by his loving wife Becky Myers, Sons: Troy Myers of Grand Junction Co, David Quintanilla of Goodyear Az., Michael Quintanilla of Aurora Co.,  Daughters: Valory Shoberg of Grand Junction Co., Brenda Goar of Grand Junction Co., Tina Lopez of Highland Ranch Co. 12 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren Roy was preceded in death by his first wife Sheron in 1996 Roy and Sheron were married on 1953. He will be greatly missed! In lieu of...