Kenneth Charles Hull, Jr.
Apr 24, 2026
Kenneth Charles Hull, Jr., a cherished educator, devoted wrestling coach, lifelong rancher, and steadfast community member, passed away on April 24, 2026, in La Junta, the city of his birth, surrounded by those who loved him dearly. Born on April 4, 1944, Ken’s life was one deeply rooted in the soil and spirit of southeastern Colorado, a tapestry woven with...
Arnell Sheaks
Apr 12, 2026
Arnell Sheaks,46, of Rocky Ford, CO, passed away suddenly on April 12, 2026, following a short illness.
Arnell was kind and soft-hearted, never intrusive, always respectful. She carried a quiet warmth that made people feel safe and seen. She spent most of her life working at Sonic, where she was known by regulars and coworkers alike for her steady kindness and...
Tony Leonard Cruz
Apr 10, 2026
Tony Cruz of Rocky Ford passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 at the age of 82 at Pioneer Healthcare. Tony was born to Mike and Eva Cruz. He served in the Army.
Tony is survived by his 2 sisters: Ida Aragon and Pauline Aragon. He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 siblings: Inez Talmich, Martina Legrand, Manuel Gutierrez,...
Frances Howard Ochoa
Apr 9, 2026
Frances Howard Ochoa, a radiant spirit known for her infectious joy and unwavering kindness, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, in Pueblo. Born on June 12, 1942, in Oakland, California, to Charles Howard and Ruth Mary Barney, Frances’s life was a testament to warmth and openness, qualities that endeared her to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Growing...
Herman Encarnation Ochoa
Apr 2, 2026
On April 2nd 2026, at his home in Rocky Ford, our beloved father, Herman Ochoa, passed away peacefully. Known to family and friends as Daddy, Grandpa, Herman, Pops, “H,” or “Big Herm,” he was the most loving, caring, humorous, and generous man, with the biggest heart. A proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, he was honored to have served his country....
Donna Jean Sprouse
Mar 14, 2026
Donna Jean Sprouse, 80, passed away March 14, 2026, in Salina, Kansas.
Donna was born on August 20, 1945, in Walsenburg, Colorado to Charles Francis Rader and Lulu May (Campbell) Rader. She graduated as Valedictorian from Ordway High School in Ordway Co. and then from Adams State College in Alamosa, Co. She married William Sprouse on her birthday in 1964. As...
Vincent Jesus Vialpando
Mar 13, 2026
Vincent J. Vialpando passed away at home on March 13, 2026. He was born to Abel and Flora Vialpando on November 22, 1979. He had a career with the Department of Corrections.
He is survived by his wife Candice Vailpando, step-children: Jonathan & Joshua Ochoa, Jaicelyn Vinson, Jeremiah Otero and Mariela Rodriguez. He is also survived by his father Abel, sisters...
Joseph Lyman Edgar
Mar 11, 2026
Joseph Lyman Edgar was born June 2, 1944, in Rocky Ford to Lyman and Alice Jane (Canterbury) Edgar. At the age of nine, two years after he was stricken by polio, Joe told his parents that he had decided “Whatever I am going to do with my life, I can’t do with my body so I will do with my...
Felipe Medina
Mar 2, 2026
Felipe Medina, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Rocky Ford on March 2, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on March 21, 1947, in Maes, New Mexico, Felipe was known for his joyful spirit and an infectious laugh that could light up any room. He devoted his life to his family...
Robert Darrel Lovisone
Feb 26, 2026
Robert Darrel Lovisone, born on June 19, 1939, in Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, in Manzanola. A lifelong resident of Colorado, Robert's journey began with humble beginnings as a paperboy for the Denver Post, laying the foundation for a distinguished career.
Following high school, Robert graduated from Englewood High School in the class of 1957, where he...
Max Toby Romero
Feb 20, 2026
Max Toby Romero of Rocky Ford passed away on February 20, 2026 at the age of 97 in Ordway. (Maximo Teofilo Romero)
Max was born to Juan and Adelaida Romero in Pasamonte, New Mexico. Max was the second son of four brothers and brother to his three sisters all who preceded him in death. He was the loving husband of Ida...
Richard Michael Cook
Feb 18, 2026
Richard Cook of Williamsburg passed away at his home on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at the age of 52. Richard is survived by his spouse Brent Briggs, parents Ralph Sr., and Helen Cook of Rocky Ford, his son Mathew Cook of Pueblo, siblings: Ralph (Malissa Maldonado) Cook, Jr., Randal (Keri) Cook, Candice (Vincent) Vialpando along with many nieces and nephews....
Ruth Erlinda Herrera
Feb 17, 2026
Ruth Erlinda Herrera, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, graced the world with her presence on March 10, 1940, in Walsenburg, Colorado. She departed this life gently, surrounded by her family, on February 17, 2026, in Rocky Ford, Colorado, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles...
Reyna T Grano
Feb 15, 2026
Reyna T Grano, 62, of Rocky Ford passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.
She was born on August 27, 1963 in Rocky Ford. She was the daughter of Thomas & Gloria Lopez.
She was a student in the Rocky Ford school district where she participated in the Blue Marlin Swim Team and was a Rocky Ford Cheerleader....
Annie LeBlanc
Feb 7, 2026
Annie LeBlanc of Rocky Ford passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at the age of 99, surrounded by her family at Pioneer Healthcare. Annie was born in Las Vegas, NM to Valerio and Cirila Baca. She moved to Rocky Ford with her family at a young age. She married Albino LeBlanc and they raised their family in Rocky Ford....
Carl Lee Miller
Feb 6, 2026
Carl Lee Miller was born on July 10, 1955, in Pueblo, to Clarence and Violet Miller. He grew up in and around Fowler and Olney Springs, where he developed a strong work ethic and mechanical skill at a young age. Carl served in the United States Army from 1974 to 1977. He was a member of the 10th Mountain Division...
Margaret Sandra Roybal
Jan 21, 2026
Margaret Sandra Roybal, affectionately known as Margie, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, in Pueblo, Colorado. Born in Rocky Ford, Colorado on July 6, 1939, she lived a life characterized by her fierce spirit, unwavering opinions, and dedication to activism.
Margie was a proud graduate of the University of Colorado, Boulder, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education. Her...
Joy L Harper
Jan 21, 2026
Joy L. Harper passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at her home in Rocky Ford, Colorado, surrounded by her loving family. She was a sharp-witted, articulate journalist/editor and an enthusiastic Southwestern field archeologist. Born on July 8, 1948, in Hastings, Nebraska, Joy led a life characterized by kindness, generosity, and a love of travel. She had a remarkable sense...
Ed Visconti
Jan 15, 2026
Ed Visconti of Loveland, Colorado passed away on January 15, 2026. Ed was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, and spend time with his family and friends.
Ed is survived by his wife Donna Visconti of Loveland, Colorado, his brother Gary Visconti of Lake Havasu, Arizona, his son Jeff Visconti of Fort Collins, Colorado, his daughter Kim Hagberg of...
Richard "Sonny" Carlton Clements, Jr.
Dec 26, 2025
Richard “Sonny” Clements, Jr. of Rocky Ford passed away on December 26, 2025 in La Junta at the age of 59. Sonny was born in Rocky Ford to Richard and Micky Clements. Sonny grew up in Manzanola and went to school there. He love sheering sheep with his dad, raising his sheep and chickens on the farm, Sonny volunteered at...
