Obituary Listing

Jan 21, 2026

Joy L. Harper, a beloved archeologist and devoted journalist, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at her home in Rocky Ford, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 8, 1948, in Hastings, Nebraska, Joy led a life characterized by kindness, generosity, an amazing cook, loved to travel, and had a remarkable sense of humor that touched the hearts...

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...

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...

Dec 18, 2025

Donna Lucile Kuhl of Pueblo passed away on Thursday in Pueblo at the age of 84. Donna was born in Pueblo to Earl and Opal Jackson. Donna was a bus driver for Crowley County School for many years. She was an avid sports fan. She was a longtime member of Ordway First Baptist Church. She loved her family very much,...

Dec 16, 2025

Wilbur “Bill” Russell Bates, 90, of Fowler, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at the Fowler Health Care Center. He was born on January 9, 1935, in Manzanola, to Ralph and Lola Bates.

Bill is survived by his children: Kathy (Steve) Bauserman, Beth (Tom) Hartless, Susie Bates, and Russell (Shaleen) Bates; grandchildren: Jill Bauserman, Kyle Bauserman, Abbey Hartless, Shelby (Brett)...

Nov 25, 2025

After celebrating her 101st birthday, Dorothy Chapman is now celebrating eternity with Christ. She entered His presence November 25, 2025. Dorothy was born October 25,1924, in Lodi, CA to Reverend Roy Jefferson (RJ) and Lucille (Bollinger) Thurmond. She was the second of six children with older brother Carl and younger siblings Bill, Faith, Roberta and Rheta Joann.

...

Nov 9, 2025

Pebble Irene Pearl, age 71, of Rocky Ford, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on November 9, 2025. She was born on September 2, 1954, in Clovis, New Mexico, to Travis and Jo Corbin, who preceded her in death, Pebble grew up in a close-knit family. She is survived by her brother Dennis and Nancy Corbin their...

Oct 28, 2025

Rodney Paugh of La Junta passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 in Colorado Springs at the age of 58. Rodney was born in Rocky Ford to Dick and Joyce Paugh. He graduated from Manzanola High School class on 1985. Rodney worked as a sheriff deputy. He enjoyed going out and shooting his guns.

Rodney is survived...

Oct 24, 2025

Carrie Annette Jones, 89, went to be home to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on October 24, 2025. She was born on June 17, 1936 to Hubert and Ruth Jones. She is preceded in death by her father Hubert Jones, mother Ruth (Conner) Jones, husband Ronald Pacheco, brother Thomas Jones and sister-in-law Verda Jones. She is survived by...

Oct 22, 2025

Adolfo "Willie" Segura passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at his home in Rocky Ford at the age of 85. Willie was born in New Mexico to Juan and Suce Segura. He married Anita om March 8, 1964. They moved to Washington in 1966 and started their family.

Willie is survived by his 1 son: Isaias...

Oct 21, 2025

Nancy Williams of Swink passed away peacefully at her home on October 21, 2025 at the age of 74. Nancy was raised in Fowler and graduated from there in 1969. She moved to Rocky Ford in 1980 and worked at First Industrial Bank. A young cowgirl at heart she loved to rodeo. In 1964 she was Senior Girl Runner...

Oct 20, 2025

Jerre Yozo Hirakata of Rocky Ford passed away on Monday, October 20m 2025 in Cripple Creek at the age of 86 Jerre was born in La Junta to Keiji and Toki Hirakata. Jerre grew up in Rocky Ford He graduated from Rocky Ford High School in 1958. Jerre married Betty Hirakata in 1970. They raised their family on the...

Oct 8, 2025

Arling "A. T.", "Fish" Austin, Jr. of Rocky Ford passed away on October 8, 2025 at the age of 86 in Ordway. A. T. was born in Pedernal, New Mexico to Arling and Verlina Austin. He graduated from high school in Estancia, New Mexico. After high school he went to college. He quit college after his father got sick...

Sep 23, 2025

Sam Hisamoto Jr, age 75, of Rocky Ford, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, in Colorado Springs. A beloved family member, teacher, and friend, Sam touched the lives of many through his sense of humor.

Born in Denver, in 1950, to Mary (Momoi) Hisamoto and Sam Hisamoto. Sam grew up Ft. Lupton where he played baseball...

Sep 18, 2025

Robert Russell Charles was born June 13, 1942 on a small farm in Olney Springs to Ruben and Freda Charles. He graduated high school with the class of 1961 in Olney Springs. His dad retired from farming and the family moved to Fowler in 1962. Later that year he went to live in Denver with his oldest sister Martha...

Sep 14, 2025

On September 14, 2025 you leapt into the arms of the Lord. Our beautiful, loving mother: Sandra Lou Worthan. She was born on September 9, 1947 to Loftin and Ida Gill.

Sandy loved the Lord and her family. She married James in San Diego this is where their daughter Jamie was born. who was with her at...

Sep 14, 2025

Henry John Reyes passed away on September 14, 2025, at his home in Ordway. Henry was born on March 13, 1951 to Victor Reyes and Fidelia Torres in San Luis, Colorado. Henry attended school in Crowley County and graduated in 1970. He attended Otero Junior College for a short time. Henry had various occupations during his career. He was...

Sep 6, 2025

Private Services Will Be Held At A Later Date

Aug 24, 2025

Celedonio Longoria, lovingly known as "El Gallo De Oro", passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on March 3, 1945, in Sain Alto, Zacatecas, Mexico, to the late Rosendo Longoria and Maria Lucas Gaucin. Celedonio was a longtime resident of Ordway, where he worked with dedication and strength for Foxley Cattle...

Aug 18, 2025

Lester Allen Metzger of Fowler passed away on August 18, 2025 at his home in Fowler at the age of 60. Lester was born to John and Fae Metzger and grew up in Prichett. After school Lester was a mechanic. He married Karen in 1996 and they raised their family in Boone. Lester was an avid fisherman.

...