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Eldine "Dean" Ivan Branham

Eldine "Dean" Ivan Branham

Dec 27, 2025

Eldine (Dean) Ivan Branham

Dean passed away at his home in Glade Park, CO on 12/27/25. He was born on his parents' Dairy Farm in Antigo, Wisconsin, on January 22, 1928, where he attended school and worked until age 17. He was an adventurer, strong and determined individual. He started pursuing flying small airplanes and acquired his pilot's license at the...

Cecil Roy Drake

Cecil Roy Drake

Dec 24, 2025

Cecil Roy Drake, 93, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 24, 2025,holding the hand of his bride. Cecil was born on December 5, 1932 in Hoxie, Arkansas. He attended Banning High School in Banning, California, graduating in 1951. He answered “Uncle Sam’s letter” and proudly enlisted in the Army in 1954. He served his country stateside...

Michael Frederick Bailey, Sr.

Michael Frederick Bailey, Sr.

Dec 22, 2025

Michael Frederick Bailey Sr. (Mike), 72, of Grand Junction, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on December 22, 2025.

Mike was born to Delores Gardiner on March 3 rd 1953 in Grand Junction. Mike’s biological father passed away in an industrial accident when he was an infant. His mother later married and Mike was jointly raised by Estle (Buck) Bailey....

Lorna Lugene Divinny

Lorna Lugene Divinny

Dec 17, 2025

Lorna Lugene Divinny, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on December 17, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado, after a long battle with renal cancer. Born on October 8, 1952, in Cañon City, Colorado, Lorna lived a life filled with love, kindness, and dedication to her family and career.

Lorna's early life was marked by frequent moves, which...

Ruby L. Hodson

Ruby L. Hodson

Dec 15, 2025

Ruby (Newitt) Hodson was born in Bingham Canyon, Utah on June 6, 1934 to parents George and Minnie Newitt. The family moved to Fruita where she attended Hunter Elementary School and Fruita Union High School. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, child of God, and friend who emanated beauty inside and out. She passed away on December 15, 2025.

In...

Julie Ann Armbruster

Julie Ann Armbruster

Dec 6, 2025

Julie Ann Armbruster, born on September 26, 1966, in Nebraska City, Nebraska, tragically passed away on December 6, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Julie graduated from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and was a member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority. At the university she met her husband, David, who she was married to for nearly 38 years. Julie devoted herself...

Suzanne Callaghan

Suzanne Callaghan

Dec 4, 2025

Suzanne Kimberly Callaghan (Sue), a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend to many, passed away at home on December 4th, 2025 at the age of 70. Sue is survived by her brothers, Tim, Pat, and Chuck Callaghan; her daughters, Lisa Nelson, Erin Taylor, and Kattie Horvath; and her five grandchildren. She is predeceased by her parents, Dorothy Callaghan and Richard Callaghan.

Sue...

Michael D. Matthews

Michael D. Matthews

Nov 29, 2025

Michael Douglas Matthews, 79, of Grand Junction, Colorado passed away on November 29, 2025. He was a cherished husband, brother, friend, stepfather and grandfather.

On September 3, 1946, Mike was born to Virginia and Malvin Matthews in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he was raised. He graduated from Valley High School in 1964. He then joined the Army, and after attending OCS...

John R. Gault

John R. Gault

Nov 16, 2025

John Robert Gault, a masonry legend, passed away on November 16, 2025, due to a tragic motorcycle accident. A California native, born on April 9, 1975, John was a remarkable individual whose impact resonated deeply within both his profession and his family.

A dedicated and hardworking man, John showcased his extraordinary skill as one of the best masons in the valley....

Helen Joyce Valentine

Helen Joyce Valentine

Nov 16, 2025

Helen Joyce Valentine, born on June 29, 1938, in Canada, passed away peacefully in Clifton, Colorado, on November 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease, which runs in the Kuckartz side of her family. She was surrounded by her loving family and guided by angels as she journeyed to her eternal home.

Helen was a beacon of light, characterized...

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