obituaries

May 25, 2025

Corinne Marie Ocker, born on September 25, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, to Leland and Inez (Porter) Lockett, passed away peacefully at her home in Snyder, Colorado, on May 25, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Corinne married Jerry Ocker and to this union the couple had three children Jeri, Brad, and Mark. Sadly in...

May 22, 2025

Sidney Elliot Darling came into this world on Nov. 13, 1999 at Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott, Arizona and passed away in Fort Morgan, Colorado on May 22, 2025. Sidney was a true gem to his family. He was the shining light of our lives. He adored his little sister Isobella more than anything in the world. Sidney...

May 22, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Marvella Mae Emerick, a long-time resident of Fort Morgan, Colorado.  She was born on November 20, 1932 on a farm outside of Pringle, South Dakota, to Frank Van Buren and Gladys Willey.  Both parents preceded her in death along with her brother Malvin Van Buren.  She passed away on May 22,...

May 20, 2025

With a heavy heart on May 20th, 2025, Antonio Garcia jr. was called home:

Antonio Garcia Jr. was born in Sterling, Co on February 15th, 1994, to Graciela Botello Garcia and Antonio Garcia. "We smile every time we think about our son, He was sweet and funny and such a good human. I hope he knows how...

May 18, 2025

Ruby Groves, age 90, died surrounded by loved ones on May 18, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.

Ruby Leona Brownlee was born February 1, 1935, in Fairview, Oregon to Nellie (Gottman) and William "Earl" Brownlee. She was the third of four children but naturally took on many responsibilities.

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May 13, 2025

Bonnie June Trout was born April 28, 1925, to Richard and Mary Hellyer at her Grandma Baker's home in Fort Morgan. It is with a Joyful, but broken heart that we announce Bonnie finally got to meet Our Jesus face to face on May 13, 2025, after 100 years and 15 days.

Bonnie spent her entire life...

May 11, 2025

Betty Louise Larrick passed away on May 11th, 2025, at the age of 95. She was born on June 21st, 1929, in Englevale, Kansas, to Loren Benjamin and Prezzie Darity Swan. When Betty was five years old, the Swan family moved to Girard, Kansas, where she attended school with her older brother, Loren, and younger sister, Lily Kay.

May 10, 2025

Richard Blaine Hass passed away in the comfort of his home on May 10, 2025, in Brush, Colorado. Blaine was born in Brush in 1962 to Richard and Kathy Hass. During his childhood, he enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, and many other outdoor activities with his brother, Derek, and his parents. One of his father's favorite memories was carrying his...

May 10, 2025

Irene (Hafer) Trumbo passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025, at her home in Fort Morgan. She was born April 25, 1944, at Victory Hospital in Akron, CO to Virgil and Norma (Ross) Hafer.

Irene grew up on a farm southwest of Akron. She attended a country school through the fourth grade and then attended Akron schools, graduating...

May 8, 2025

Alan Charles Amen, 70, met his awaiting family members in Heaven on Thursday May 8th, 2025, in Loveland. He was born on May 17th, 1954, to David and Lillian Amen.

His childhood years were spent learning how to care for the family farm from those who had done it before him. In 1972 he graduated from Merino...

May 6, 2025

Alan Meyer, a lifelong resident of Fort Morgan, passed away on May 6, 2025, at the age of 73.

Born in 1952 to Alex and Lydia (Weimer) Meyer, Alan spent his life dedicated to faith, family, farming, and his community. He married his high school sweetheart, Jody Meyer, in 1973, and together they raised two sons, Nolan...

May 2, 2025

Sandra Sue Deroche passed away on May 2, 2025.

Sandy was born on August 13, 1938, in Cherokee Iowa to Benjamin Franklin Branstetter and Laura Grace "Wayman" Branstetter. Her family moved to Midwest Wyoming, and she graduated from Midwest High School.

Sandy was married to T.C. "Frenchie" Deroche and together they had one son, Vincent....

Apr 29, 2025

James Villarreal, born on May 12, 1957, in Texas, passed away on April 29, 2025, at his home in Thornton. He was a man who cherished the outdoors, enjoying activities such as fishing and camping. James had a deep love for his family and children, and he took great pleasure in barbequing.

He is survived by his...

Apr 26, 2025

With a heavy heart we are sharing the passing of Eligra J Beechley born March 12th, 1947. Beloved wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and friend to many. Eligra married Daniel Beechley Sr. on December 19th, 1964. They had two children, Tammy and Daniel Jr.

Eligra and her family moved to Texas in the late 70's where she...

Apr 23, 2025

Lynn May Lee, aged 77, passed away on April 23, 2025. Born on April 21, 1948, in Brush, Colorado, Lynn was adopted by Paul and Thelma McFall from Brush Hospital. She spent her early years on the McFall farm in Woodrow before the family moved to Snyder and later to Brush in the 1950s. Lynn attended Brush High School...

Apr 23, 2025

With heavy hearts we share the passing of Diana Lynn Anderson, who left us on April 23, 2025. Diana, affectionately known as Bun to her family and friends, was a vibrant and compassionate lady with a sense of adventure and never ending love for those she cherished, especially her grandchildren. She will be remembered for her lasting contributions to...

Apr 22, 2025

Romie Baltazar passed away peacefully, April 22, 2025, at Pelican Pointe Health and Rehabilitation in Windsor, Colorado.

Romie was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Brush, Colorado. She worked as a housekeeper at East Morgan County Hospital for several years. She changed her career by getting a degree in Floral Design. She worked at Gingerich...

Apr 20, 2025

Cheryl Lynn Beauprez (Schantz), passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, in Fort Morgan, Colorado.

Born on July 15, 1949, in Brush Colorado, Cheryl lived a vibrant and full life dedicated to her family, friends and "little's". Cheryl always lived a life full of love and passion for those who surrounded her; she always enjoyed everyone getting...

Apr 18, 2025

Born January 17, 1937 beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and a friend to many, Keith Wadsworth Howell died peacefully on April 18, 2025 at the age of 88.

In his younger years Keith excelled in sports and discovered pole vaulting.  In 7th grade at Barr Lake, he could pole vault higher than anyone at Brighton Junior and...

Apr 18, 2025

Edith Christensen Smith passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Born to Walter Hans and Cora Mable Christensen May 16, 1927, Edith grew up alongside her siblings Dorothy Day, Elmer Christensen, Burnard Christensen, Lemuel Christensen, Howard Christensen, and Flora Christensen.

On November 4, 1947, Edith married Arnold Emmett "Kelly" Smith at the Methodist Church in Brush, CO....