Rick Troller
Sep 24, 2025
Rick Troller, a man renowned for his versatility and zest for life, passed away peacefully at home in Rifle, Colorado, on September 24, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on May 20, 1949, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rick's early years were marked by adventure and exploration as his family relocated to the San Fernando Valley in California. It was here...
Russell D. Harden
Sep 24, 2025
Russell D., born June 15, 1934, in Missouri, clocked out for the last time on September 24, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado.
A longtime car crusher and junkyard owner, Russell ran AA Auto Salvage on Struthers Avenue, where he could turn rust into treasure—or at least argue that it was worth keeping “just in case.” His work was loud, greasy, and...
C. Arthur "Buster" Smith
Sep 24, 2025
Art died peacefully at home September 24, 2025 with his wife at his side. He was born May 22, 1940 in Alamosa, Colorado to Clarence and Florence Smith. He grew up and met his wife, Donna Craig, in Alamosa. The couple was married on August 6, 1961. They raised two daughters in Glenwood Springs where he owned Art’s Plumbing and...
Lura Jean "Tissie" Trumbo
Sep 18, 2025
The family of Lura Jean Trumbo (Tissie) of Grand Junction is saddened to announce her passing at HopeWest Hospice on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at the age of 97. She was born on September 15, 1928 in Stonington, Colorado. She was the daughter of Margaret and George (Mike) Gillespie.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, a brother...
David Keith Terrell
Sep 14, 2025
David Keith Terrell was born in Rifle Colorado to Keith Elwood and Amy Elizabeth (Green)Terrell on October 18th 1951. David was the middle child of 5 children his older brother Sonny, older sister LeeAnn and followed by younger sisters Judy and Gail. He grew up in Silt, Colorado. He loved to hunt with his dad, brother, uncles, and friends. David...
Lee T Hazen
Sep 13, 2025
Lee Hazen 87 of Newcastle Colorado died September 13,2025
His love for life and outdoors is what made him. camping, fishing, hunting snowmobiling, and Atv's always made him smile.
He worked at Glenwood Springs Power for 30 years.
Lee was born in Colorado Springs in 1938 to Tracy and Elizabeth.
He is preceded in death by his sister Velma Keeling, brother George Hazen.
Lee is...
Kenneth Ray Diaz
Sep 12, 2025
Kenneth Ray Diaz, a vibrant soul whose love touched everyone he encountered, departed this world on September 12, 2025, in Grand Junction, Colorado, at the age of 36. Born on October 14, 1988, in Riverside, California, Kenneth was shining light for his family and friends, known for his warm heart and the joy he brought to those around him.
From an...
Larry Ward Woodley
Aug 30, 2025
Larry W. Woodley, 86, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025 at Hope West Care Center in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Born August 8, 1939 to Ward C. and Veneda D. (Penticofl) Woodley in Hampton, Iowa, Larry spent his school years in southern California. In 1957 he graduated from El Segundo High School where he played football, basketball and baseball. Along with...
Michael Dunning
Aug 25, 2025
Michael Ray Dunning Left this world peacefully in his home on August 25th 2025 to be with his Mother Katherine Karlleen Dunning, his father Harry L. Dunning, and his brother Wendell Dunning. He is survived by his brother Bob Dunning, by his daughter Miranda Prator-Moody, and his grandson Parker Prator. Born February 16th, 1959, he lived his life in his...
Robert "Bob" Joseph Gutierrez
Aug 23, 2025
Robert "Bob" Joseph Gutierrez, 90, of Grand Junction, Colorado, and formerly of Leadville, entered into eternal rest on August 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Leadville on June 15, 1935, Bob lived a life of faith, hard work, music, and devotion to family. He married the love of his life, Gloria (Silva) Gutierrez, on November 28, 1959, and...
