Obituaries

Obituaries in La Junta Colorado and

Moises Andres Lujan,  Jr.

Moises Andres Lujan, Jr.

Oct 19, 2015

Moises Andres Lujan, Jr., 73, of Rocky Ford passed away on October 19, 2015 at the Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo. He was born on January 10, 1942 in Sabinoso, New Mexico to Moises, Sr. & Adelina (Quintana) Lujan. Upon the death of his mother in 1944, he and his older sister, Josie were raised by their maternal grandfather, Miguel...

Clinton E. Fuller

Clinton E. Fuller

Oct 14, 2015

Clinton Eugene Fuller, 87, of La Junta, passed away on October 14, 2015 at the Arkansas Valley Regional Nursing Care Center in La Junta. He was born on October 26, 1927 in Los Angeles, California.     He enjoyed motorcycles and racing cars and spending time with his adopted dog, Emmitt. Clinton was a very good mechanic.   He is survived by Jan...

Adam L. Mondragon

Adam L. Mondragon

Oct 11, 2015

Adam Lee Mondragon, 43, passed away October 11, 2015 at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center in La Junta. He was born on November 19, 1971 in La Junta, Colorado to Donald & Ida (Garcia) Mondragon.   Adam is survived by his wife Belinda Mondragon, children Kaylene Mondragon and Grayden Mondragon of La Junta. His parents Donald and Ida Mondragon of...

Norman W. Miller

Norman W. Miller

Oct 7, 2015

Norman W. Miller, 80, of La Junta, passed away at Pioneer Healthcare Center in Rocky Ford. He was born on Feb. 5, 2935 in Rocky Ford, Colorado to Marion James & Helen Elizabeth (Scott) Miller. Norm married Glendoris Crane on June 28, 1956 in Pueblo.   Norm worked as a Civil Service Technician.   Norm is survived by his wife, Glendoris of...

Esperanza Pequete

Esperanza Pequete

Oct 6, 2015

Esperanza 'Esper" Pequete, 92, of Rocky Ford died October 6, 2015 in La Junta, Colorado. A viewing will be held on Monday, October 12, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Peacock Memorial Chapel in La Junta, Colorado. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday Oct. 13, 2015 and the Funeral Mass will follow at...

Ronnie Montoya

Ronnie Montoya

Oct 2, 2015

Ronnie Montoya, 45, passed away on October 2, 2015 at his Rocky Ford home. He was born on September 5, 1970 in Rocky Ford to Eli & Lynda (Encinias) Montoya.   He loved playing and watching sports, spending time with his family and hanging out with his friends. Ronnie had a big and kind heart and he will be greatly missed.  ...

David C. Bate

David C. Bate

Oct 2, 2015

David Christopher Bate, 59, passed away unexpectedly at his La Junta home on October 2, 2015. Arrangements are pending.

Arline B. Fox

Arline B. Fox

Sep 28, 2015

Arline Blotz Fox, 90, of Rocky Ford died peacefully Monday, September 28, 2015, at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center in La Junta. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 10, 11:00 a.m., at the Community Presbyterian Church with Reverend Steve Culver officiating. She was born in Rocky Ford on August 13, 1925, to Evangeline (Hauck) and George Arlington...

Richard L. Burnett

Richard L. Burnett

Sep 24, 2015

Richard L. Burnett passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on September 24, 2015 after a long illness.  Richard, known as "Spider" to so many, was born on October 5, 1947 to Raymond and Earnestine Burnett in Dodge City, KS.  After moving to La Junta, Richard was employed at Nibco.  Richard then worked at the Otero County...

Johnny L. Rangel

Johnny L. Rangel

Sep 23, 2015

Johnny "Wolf" Rangel, 61, passed away on September 23, 2015 at his La Junta home. He was born on March 22, 1954 in La Junta to Domingo & Sylvia (Raso) Rangel.     Johnny was a diehard Denver Broncos fan. He was always smiling and loved with all he had. He enjoying walking and enjoyed life to the fullest. He will be...

Ramona P. Bradshaw

Ramona P. Bradshaw

Sep 22, 2015

Ramona “Mona” P. Bradshaw, 89, passed away on September 22, 2015 at the Fowler Nursing Care Center following a brief illness. She was born on August 4, 1926 in Manzanola to John M. & Myrtle M. (Robb) Morgan. She married William “Bill” E. Bradshaw on November 11, 1944 in La Junta; he preceded her in death.   She was raised in...

Gregorio V. Aragon

Gregorio V. Aragon

Sep 22, 2015

Gregorio “LoLo” V. Aragon, 76, passed away at the Arkansas Valley Regional Nursing Care Center in La Junta on September 22, 2015.  He was born on September 24, 1938 to Juan B. & Matilde (Sandoval) Aragon in San Isidro, New Mexico.   Gregorio worked for many years at the Girch Center now known as Inspiration Field.   He is survived by his...

Ben Rodriguez

Ben Rodriguez

Sep 16, 2015

Ben Rodriguez, 83, of Rocky Ford passed away on September 16, 2015 at the Center of Centennial in Colorado Springs. He was born in Fowler, Colorado to Thomas & Seferina (Ortega) Rodriguez. He married Adelina Reyes-Chaparro.   Ben was a decorated Korean War Veteran. He was an active member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church where he was a lecturer. He was...

Frank Milenski

Frank Milenski

Sep 14, 2015

Frank D. Milenski September 29, 1961 – September 14, 2015 Frank D. Milenski, 53 of Swink, passed away on September 14, 2015.  He was born on September 29, 1961 to Joe and Jane (Sims) Milenski in La Junta, Colorado. Frank graduated from Rocky Ford High School in 1979 and went on to earn his Associate’s Degree from Fort Lewis College...

Janice R. Jones

Janice R. Jones

Sep 10, 2015

Janice Rhea Jones, 79, of La Junta passed away September 10, 2015 surrounded by her family. Janice was born in La Junta on July 17, 1936 to Lloyd and Evelyn (Bollinger) Cuckow. She was the oldest of three children. Janice was a dedicated mother to her four daughters. She put herself through nursing school and was a registered nurse with...

Richard Max Lucero

Richard Max Lucero

Sep 4, 2015

Richard Lucero 71, went to be with our lord on Friday, September 4, 2015.  Richard was born in Denver to beautiful parents Isaac and Isabel Lucero.   He was a beloved brother to Robert Lucero, Lucy (Albino) Barbero, Bernice (Ben) Tafoya and William Lucero.  Loving, committed, hardworking father to Deborah Lucero, Lorraine (Herbert) Conrado and Antonio Lucero and grandfather to Mario,...

Alfred E. O'Canas

Alfred E. O'Canas

Sep 4, 2015

Alfred Eugene “Pudgy” O’Canas, 66, passed away at his La Junta home on September 4, 2015. He was born on April 27, 1949 to Ben T. & Rebecca (Madrid) O’Canas in La Junta. Pudgy graduated from La Junta High School class of 1969. After high school he joined the United States Army. He worked for Dana Corp for 22 years...

Lorell Anderson

Lorell Anderson

Sep 3, 2015

Georgia Lorell Anderson, 72, of Olney Springs became an angel in Heaven on September 3, 2015, surrounded by her family at the Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo. She was born on February 5, 1943 in Greenfield, Missouri to Earl F. & Jeane “Freddie” (McGuire) Lowry. Lorell was a retired Correctional Officer from the Crowley County Facility. She was a member...

Wanda Lurlene Smith

Wanda Lurlene Smith

Aug 30, 2015

Wanda Lurlene Smith, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 30, 2015 at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. She was born on January 29, 1924 in Burkburnett, Texas to O.J. & Oma (Moss) Ensey. She married R.D. Smith on June 16, 1944 in Plainview, Texas; he preceded her in death in February 1966. Wanda grew...

Billy Deatherage

Billy Deatherage

Aug 25, 2015

William "Billy" Deatherage, 83, passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 25, 2015 at Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. He was born on July 19, 1932 in Des Moines, New Mexico to Jasper & Beulah (Nichols) Deatherage. In his younger years, Billy was a Boy Scout that helped raise money for the Statue of Liberty that stands in the La Junta City...