July 30, 1945 ~ Jan. 14, 2026 Judith “Judy” Hergenreder was born on July 30, 1945, in Casper, Wyoming, to Cody and Onalee (Anderson) Bays. She was the beloved baby sister to three older brothers who remained her best friends throughout her life. Judy grew up in Midwest, Wyoming, where[Read More…]
Obituaries
Obituary – John Josiah Jones
Dec. 31, 1957 ~ Jan. 6, 2026 John Josiah Jones, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was called into the arms of the Lord on Jan. 6, 2026. John was born on Dec. 31, 1957, in Dunlo, Pennsylvania, to John and Ruth (Pearce) Jones. He was welcomed home by his[Read More…]
DEATH NOTICE – Bob R. Carden
Jan. 24, 1930 ~ Jan. 18, 2026 Services are scheduled at White River Methodist Church (809 Park) in Meeker, Colorado, on Jan. 30 at 3 p.m.
Eunice Joy Humphrey
Oct. 4, 1927 ~ Jan. 7, 2026 Eunice Joy Humphrey, of Meeker, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and those who cared for her on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at the Walbridge Wing in Meeker. She was 98. Upon Eunice’s request, private family services will be held. Eunice Joy[Read More…]
Obituary – Ralph Backes
Aug. 8, 1952 ~ Jan. 5, 2026 Ralph Backes passed away Jan. 5, 2026, at Valley View Hospital in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Ralph was born on Aug. 8, 1952, in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, to Chester and JoNell Backes of Milner. He lived in Milner and attended Hayden Schools until his[Read More…]
Obituary – Afton Lenae Robertson
March 16, 2007 ~ Dec. 20, 2025 Afton Lenae Robertson, 18, of Rangely, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 20, 2025, in North Platte, Nebraska, as the result of a tragic truck accident. Afton was born on March 16, 2007, and from the very beginning carried a spirit that was[Read More…]
Obituary – Fredrick Vaughn Moodie
March 11, 1954 ~ Dec. 29, 2025 Fredrick Vaughn Moodie passed away Dec. 29, 2025 after a well-fought battle with cancer. Vaughn was born to Margaret and Robert Moodie on March 11, 1954, in Salmon, Idaho. When he was 4 his family moved to Delta, Colorado. After graduation in 1972[Read More…]
Obituary – Delores Ruth ‘Butch’ Kendall
Feb. 14, 1935 ~ Dec. 18, 2025 Delores Ruth “Butch” Kendall from Paonia, Colorado, passed away peacefully in her sleep, with family by her side. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a cherished grandmother who took great pride in her role as the heart of her family.[Read More…]
Obituary: Afton Lenae Robertson
March 16, 2007 ~ Dec. 20, 2025 Afton Lenae Robertson, 18, of Rangely, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 20, 2025, in North Platte, Nebraska, as the result of a tragic truck accident. Afton was born on March 16, 2007, and from the very beginning carried a spirit that was[Read More…]
Obituary – John Thomas Purkey
Sept. 20, 1957 ~ Dec. 2, 2025 John Thomas Purkey, known by his grandchildren as “Papa John,” lived a full and vigorous life until his sudden passing on Dec. 2, 2025. He was born on Sept. 20, 1957, in Rifle, Colorado, to Bryce and Doris Purkey and was a lifelong[Read More…]
Death Notice: John Thomas Purkey
Sept. 20, 1957 ~ Dec. 2, 2025 John has passed into the care of the Lord. A reception will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the Fairfield Center.
Obituary – Ercilia Mary ‘Archie’ Sisneros
May. 16, 1946 ~ Nov. 20, 2025 Ercilia Mary Sisneros, or “Archie,” died Nov. 20, 2025, surrounded by the comfort of her home in Rangely, just as she had wished. She was born May 16, 1946, in El Rito, New Mexico. She was the daughter of Ignacio and Rufinita (Vigil)[Read More…]