Jose Salud Ramos
Jun 10, 2026
Jose Salud Ramos, a cherished son, brother, and uncle, was born on November 5, 1991, in Salvatierra, Guanajuato, Mexico. He passed away peacefully at home with his family in Rocky Ford, on June 10, 2026. His family is going to miss him very much.
Jose was a graduate of Rocky Ford High School and was known throughout his life for his...
Linda Kay Lindt
Jun 3, 2026
Linda Kay Lindt of Ordway passed away peacefully at Parkview Hospital on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at the age of 79. Linda was born in Las Animas to John and Mildred Lusk. Linda met the love of her life in 1961, and they were married on December 8, 1963. They spent a wonderful 59 years together. Linda spent her life...
Robert Cordova, Sr.
Jun 2, 2026
Robert Cordova, Sr., 70, of Rocky Ford passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at his home. Robert was born to Margarito & Della Cordova. He grew up in Rocky Ford. He used to work at Nagel Wire and then at Griffith-Holder.
Robert is survived by his 1 son: Robert Cordova, Jr., grandchildren: Jasmine, Mestique, Kazmier, plus 4 other grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren,...
Jacqueline “Jackie” Rae Dillingham
May 29, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” Rae Dillingham, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and pillar of the Fowler community, passed away at Pioneer Health Care Center in Rocky Ford on May 29, 2026 at the age of 79. Born on November 11, 1946, to Eldon F. Griswold and Virginia Isabel (Fouch, Griswold) Massick, Jackie lived a life full of love and compassion for others,...
Penny E Lewis
May 27, 2026
Penny E. Lewis, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, in La Junta, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 6, 1949, in Denver, Penny lived a life marked by unwavering dedication, profound care, and a strong work ethic that touched everyone who knew her.
For a decade, Penny devoted herself...
Gregory Lynn Chambers
May 18, 2026
Gregory “Greco” Lynn Chambers of Rocky Ford passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026 in Colorado Springs at the age of 73. Greg was born in La Junta to Robert and Helen Chambers. He grew up in Rocky Ford, where he graduated from High School class of 1971, the largest class to graduate from the school. Growing up Grag had...
James "Jim" Morgan Dillingham
May 13, 2026
James Morgan Dillingham
August 29, 1943 – May 13, 2026
James (Jim) Morgan Dillingham, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and pillar of the Fowler, Colorado community, passed away at his home in Fowler, on May 13, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on August 29, 1943, to Hollis and Mildred (McLellan) Dillingham in Fowler. James lived a life as wide open...
Vickie Ann Velez Trumble
May 13, 2026
Vickie Velez Trumble unexpectedly passed from this life at her home on May 13, 2026. Vickie was born on November 24th 1962 to Helen and Leo Hatch of Rocky Ford. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Trumble of La Junta; her sister, Bonnie Lamm of Colorado Springs; her brother, Jim Frentress of Rocky Ford; and her parents,...
Charles "Chuck" Stephen Shipman
May 9, 2026
Charles “Chuck” Stephen Shipman of Rocky Ford passed away on May 9, 2026 at age 91. Chuck grew up on a farm in Illinois in a family of 5 boys and 3 girls. Chuck became the man of the house at age 15 as his father passed away and his older brother went into the armed services that year. So...
Raymond Lee Mora, Sr.
May 4, 2026
Raymond Lee Mora, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on May 4, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born to Frank and Anita Mora on July 5, 1953, in Longmont, Raymond's life was a testament to kindness, generosity, and deep familial love.
For over 33 years, Raymond dedicated himself as the warehouse manager at...
Deluvina Ramirez
May 2, 2026
With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Deluvina Ramirez (Maestas), affectionately known as “Vina” and “Della,” a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life on May 2, 2026, in Colorado Springs, surrounded by her children.
She was born on May 20, 1948, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to Erminio Maestas and Amalia “Molly” Maestas. She...
Catherine B. Santistevan
Apr 30, 2026
It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt reverence that we announce the passing of Catherine B. Santistevan, who departed this life on April 30, 2026, in Pueblo, surrounded by those who cherished her most dearly. Born on November 30, 1954, in the quaint town of Rocky Ford, Catherine’s journey through life was marked by an unwavering devotion to family, an...
Rose Elaine Sears
Apr 30, 2026
Rose E. Sears passed away of natural causes on the afternoon of April 30, 2026 with her family present. She was born on August 28, 1931, in Sugar City, to parents Henry Steinmetz and Pauline Becker. She was proud of her Volga German heritage and of her hometown of Ordway. She was born and raised on the farm where the...
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...
