Henry Don Lightenburger
Oct 9, 2019
Henry Don Lightenburger 1930 – 2019 The family of Don Lightenburger is grieved to announce his death on Wednesday October 9, 2019 in Dolores, Colorado at the age of 89. Don passed away from pancreatic cancer after bravely and courageously facing the disease. Henry Don Lightenburger was born on July 17, 1930, the son of Lorna Francis (Calhoon) and Henry...
Wayne Albert 'Bubby' Wancura
Oct 9, 2019
(Albert) Wayne Wancura departed this life Tuesday, October 9, 2019 on the family homestead, his home for most of his 86 years. Wayne was born December 20, 1932 to Wayne Albert and Myrtle Wancura, joining brother Frank and sister Mackie on the farm. Wayne graduated high school in Dove Creek in 1950. He joined the Navy in 1951, serving as...
Helen Nadine Crain
Oct 6, 2019
A public visitation will be held for Cortez resident Helen Nadine Crain from 5 -7 p.m. Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at Ertel Memorial Chapel. The family will hold a private graveside service at Dove Creek Cemetery. Nadine was born August 19, 1922 in Dove Creek, CO the daughter of William L. and Watha E. (Cordell) Larrance. She passed away on...
Gordon Keith Dennison
Oct 4, 2019
Gordon Keith Dennison passed away in his home surrounded by his family on October 4, 2019 in Dolores, CO. Gordon is survived by his wife of 60 years, Maxine Dennison; his three children and their spouses, Janet and George Ochoa, Mitchell and Denise Dennison, and Laurie and Steve Doyon; 12 grandkids; and 21 great grandkids. He was an active member...
Donald Eugene Carver
Sep 29, 2019
Donald Eugene “Gene” Carver was born March 13, 1937 in Cortez, CO the son of Donald Jefferson Carver and Georgia Roberta (Blair) Pyle. Gene passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Southwest Memorial Hospital in Cortez, CO at the age of 82. Gene had an adventurous spirit. He loved hunting, camping, horseback riding and spending time in the mountains....
Howard Duane Kirk
Sep 29, 2019
Howard Duane Kirk of Cortez died at the age of 78 on September 29, 2019 at Southwest Memorial Hospital, with his wife, Maxine and his daughters, Kim and Cynthia by his side. His sister Shirley was there, as she had been daily to accompany him through his final journey. Howard was born on October 23, 1940 at the family home...
Freeda Alliane Hinton
Sep 27, 2019
Graveside services for Cortez resident Freeda Alliane Hinton will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Cortez Cemetery. Pastor Marvin Graves will officiate. Freeda was born December 22, 1933 in Egnar, CO the daughter of Raymond and Allie Belle (Ownby) Mooney. She passed away on Friday, September 27, 2019 at Vista Grande Inn at the age of...
Florence Helen 'Bossy' 'Grammie' Mcewen
Sep 25, 2019
Florence Helen McEwen was born February 24, 1931 in Praire View, AR the daughter of Robert Lee and Willie Mae (Weatherton) Fox. She passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Vista Grande Inn in Cortez at the age of 88. Known by most as “Grammie” or “Bossy,” Florence loved her family, cooking, bingo, bowling, and the Dallas Cowboys. Not...
Deborah Marie "Debbie" Uptain
Sep 20, 2019
Deborah Marie “Debbie” Griffith was born in Cortez, CO on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 1957, to George and Carolee Griffith. Debbie had a happy childhood with her younger sister, Cindy and younger brother, Marty. She helped take care of her younger siblings while her parents worked in family owned service stations and businesses. Debbie attended Manaugh and Downey Elementary, Cortez...
Roland Janis Alksnis
Sep 20, 2019
Memorial services for Cortez resident Roland Janis Alksnis will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Evangel Assembly of God Church. Pastor Jeff McDonell will officiate. Inurnment will follow at 2 p.m. at Cortez Cemetery. Military Honors will be performed by the Veterans of Montezuma County. Roland was born June 23, 1954 in Neenah, WI the son...
John T. Greenemeier
Sep 14, 2019
John T. Greenemeier, 76, of Cortez, CO passed away September 14 , 2019. Born in New Jersey, he was the son of George Greenemeier and Marie Dirks, and brother to Paul Greenemeier. He moved to his beloved Colorado 60 years ago, and was proud to call Montezuma County his home for over 4 decades. John loved people, and in 1979,...
Robert Douglas 'Doug' Maxwell
Sep 12, 2019
Doug Maxwell passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2019 at the age of 78. He was born to Elmer and Goldie (McBride) Maxwell on December 12, 1940 in Grand Junction, CO. Doug married his wife Evelena on Sept. 18, 1965 and together they had 4 children. Doug and Evelena had been married for 31 years at the time...
Betty Laverne Hill
Sep 11, 2019
On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, Betty Hill, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away at the age of 95. Betty was born in Liberal, KS to Samuel and Katie Greene. She had a front row seat to some of the most amazing events and discoveries throughout her lifetime. She survived the Great Depression and Dust Bowl and shared her experiences,...
Joylene Dolores Wilkerson
Sep 10, 2019
Memorial services for Cortez resident Joylene Dolores ‘Joy’ Wilkerson will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 21, 2019 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints M Road Chapel. Inurnment will follow at Summit Ridge Cemetery. Joy was born January 13, 1927 in Mancos, CO the daughter of Lewis Edward and Elise Elizabeth (Baker) Willden. She passed away...
Dale Allen Kell
Sep 9, 2019
Dale Allen Kell was born in San Diego, CA on January 23, 1954, to Gerald R. Kell and Stella M. Kell. The family permanently moved to Cortez in 1955 where they farmed in the lower south valley until the early 70’s. Dale grew up with five brothers on the family farm. That time was full of adventure and mischievousness. He...
Llewellyn Tsosie
Sep 9, 2019
Funeral services for Cortez resident Llewellyn Tsosie will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, September 13, 2019 at Ertel Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Cortez Cemetery. Llewellyn was born February 6, 1971 in Shiprock, NM the son of Lee C. and Mary Lou (Willie) Tsosie. He passed away on Monday, September 9, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand...
James H. Perry
Sep 9, 2019
Graveside services for Mancos resident James H. Perry will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 14, 2019 at Sylvan Cemetery in Pleasant View, CO. Visitation will take place from 5-7 p.m. Friday, September 13, 2019 at Ertel Memorial Chapel. James was born February 4, 1956 in Durango, CO the son of Rex Hart and Jimmie Rose (Lancaster) Perry. He...
Kimberly Ann Norte-Herrera
Sep 7, 2019
Memorial Mass for Dolores resident Kimberly Ann ‘Kim’ Norte-Herrera will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 21, 2019 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. Reverend Pat Valdez, C.R.,Father Cesar Cayetano Arrias C.R. and Brother Enrique Alverez Santos C.R. will officiate. A rosary will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 20, 2019 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church....
