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Alex Samuel Cloud 1966 — 2024 With deep sadness, the Cloud and Kent family announces the passing of Alex Samuel Cloud, on August 13, 2024, in Durango, Colorado, at the age of 58. He was born to Elliot Cloud and Phoebe Kent on March 29, 1966. He was a member of the Southern Ute Tribe where he served nine years on the Southern Ute Tribal Council and three of those years as the Vice Chairman. He was also a valued member of the community and held several positions within the tribe, but most notably he ran the tribes recreation department for several years prior to becoming council member. He was an avid softball player and basketball player, but during his time in the recreation department he organized many tournaments...

Richard "Dick" Charles Berkholz 1934 — 2024 Richard "Dick" Charles Berkholz, a longtime resident of Durango, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024 at the age of 90. Richard Charles Berkholz was born in St. Louis, Missouri on August 9th, 1934. Dick joined the Marine Corps in 1954 serving one enlistment. Upon separation from the Marines, he enrolled at the University of Missouri where he obtained his Bachelor's Degree of Forestry. This started his long and successful career in forestry starting in Bend, Oregon. He was then led to Montrose, Colorado in 1963 where he joined the Colorado State Forest Service. In 1965, Dick opened the Colorado State Forest Service District office in Durango, Colorado. He was the District Forester for...

Durango, CO Mary Ann (James) Wallace 1950 — 2024 Iowa City, IA Mary Ann (James) Wallace, 74, died peacefully on August 5, 2024. Private family services will be held at Greenmount, Cemetery in Durango, CO. Survivors include her sons, Ed (Jen) Wallace and Joe Wallace, six grandchildren, and siblings, Jo Ellen, Tom, and Louisa. Mary Ann was preceded by her parents and husband, Mike. The complete obituary and online condolences at www.lensingfuneral.com

Katherine Ruth Haga Sutherlin 1929 — 2024 Those bright blue eyes that twinkled when she smiled closed for the last time on August 4, 2024?two short months from her 95th birthday. Ruth was born on September 20, 1929, in Portales, NM, to Seward and Nellie Haga. The family moved to Bayfield, CO, in 1946 with her siblings Ruby, Faye, Melvin, Jack and Jerry. Jerry Haga from Bayfield, CO is the only surviving sibling. Ruth enjoyed school and was one of the first cheerleaders at Bayfield High School. After high school she studied bookkeeping at a junior college in Albuquerque, NM. On November 17, 1950, she married James Milton Sutherlin in Farmington, NM. They started their family and had 3 children (Kenny, Doug and Deb). They bought...

Yatahea, NM Priscilla Duran 1959 — 2024 She is survived by her husband, Jamie Duran, daughter: Marlene Scott; 3 grandchildren Mikah Begaye, Nevaeh Fennell, Nariah Finnell. She was preceded in death by a daughter: Jamie Scott; mother: Esther Jumbo; father: George Jumbo;

Bayfield Dallas Louis Phillips 1943 — 2024 For full obituary please visit Hoodmortuary.com

Durango Donald Lee Egger 1954 — 2024 The family would like to invite you to join us in celebrating his life August 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the Aztec VFW 614, 201 S. Park Ave Aztec, NM 87410. Don didn't like a lot of fuss so we will honor his memory without extravagance. Just bring yourself and your well wishes and the family will be appreciative.

Donald Lee Egger 1954 — 2024 Donald (Don) Lee Egger was surrounded by his loving family when he left this earth to join the angels. Don was born January 20, 1954, to Raymond (Chuck) Kirklin and Donna Irene (Dillon) Egger, in Durango, Colorado. Don was the great grandson of a Colorado pioneer, Daniel Egger. Early in 1972, Don met Cindy Jean Dutton, his lifelong love and companion. They were married October 17, 1972. Don and Cindy had two children, Ray Kirk and Dawna Jean. Don graduated from Durango High School in 1972. After graduating, Don enlisted in the United States Navy and served honorably for 4 years. He is a Vietnam Veteran. The first couple of years after Don left the Navy, he and Cindy ran a trading post in...

William "Bill" Frederick Wampner 1937 — 2024 William "Bill" Frederick Wampner peacefully passed away in his home on July 24, 2024. He touched many lives with his big heart and kind nature. He was most recently preceded in death by his beloved bride Deloris June Wampner, who passed away June 30, 2023. They were married for 63 years and are are now reunited in their heavenly home. Bill was also preceded in death by his siblings Ruth, Jim, and Ron. Willilam Frederick Wampner was born in Marion, Indiana to Fred and Gertrude Wampner on June 30, 1937. Bill was the first of six children. He was a hard worker from a young age, working several jobs such as a newspaper route, and shoveling and hauling coal with his father to help support his...

Donn Kenneth Hicks 1951 — 2024 Donn Kenneth Hicks passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. He was 73. Donn leaves behind a legacy of great stories, adventure, and laughter. Donn was born on January 16, 1951, in Escondido, California to Ken and Ruth (McClung) Hicks. He grew up in Riverside, California with his two younger sisters, Debbie and Dorothy. Donn met his wife, Susan, at Deerlodge Park at the beginning of a 5-day raft drip on the Yampa River. They married in 1989 and led a life of floating rivers and enjoying the outdoors throughout their 35 years of marriage. Donn graduated from Riverside Polytechnic High School in 1969 and The University of California at Riverside in 1974 with a degree in Wildlife Biology....

Durango Tim Dionne 1970 — 2024 In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of Mercy or Hockey Fights Cancer - V Foundation. For full obituary please visit Hoodmortuary.com

Ralph D. Barnhart 1934 — 2024 Ralph D. Barnhart of Durango, Colorado died on July 21, 2024, surrounded by his family, he was 89 years old. Ralph was born in Denver, Colorado on December 26, 1934, one of nine children to Ralph William Barnhart and Genevieve Lillian Heimer. Ralph graduated from North High School in Denver, Colorado in 1952 and enlisted in the Marines. While taking courses in engineering at the University of Denver, he became a contractor, running his own business designing and building homes and apartments in Wheatridge and Aurora Colorado. In 1971, the family moved to Durango, Colorado where he designed and built a beautiful home. He was very interested in financial markets and wrote several...

Bayfield Patty Dressel 1956 — 2024 For full obituary please visit Hoodmortuary.com

Thomas Michael Harris 1963 — 2024 Tom went home to Heaven on July 18, 2024 with Kathy at his side at Penrose Hospital Colorado Springs, CO. Tom was born October 5, 1963 in Detroit, MI to Richard and MaDonna Harris. At 3 months old Tom's family moved to Mesa, AZ where he spent most of his life. On September 28, 1990 Tom married Kathy Korth, his life partner for 37 years. They had two boys, Michael and Kevin, and a step-son Jesse Miller. They moved to Durango, CO in 2004. Tom's passion in life was being with his 3 boys and grandkids. He enjoyed riding street bikes, quads, golf carts, and jet skis. He loved classic cars, trucks, bikes, and liked to restored them. Tom worked hard his whole life installing ceramic tile...

Bill Vega 1931 — 2024 Bill Vega was born and raised in New Jersey. After graduating from Princeton, Bill served three years in the Navy. Upon leaving the Navy, Bill joined the research and development department of General Dynamics. In his thirty-year career there he rose through the management and leadership ranks, ending his career as Vice President of Research and Engineering. He took early retirement to move to Durango, Colorado where he began his second career in non-profit leadership and fundraising. Bill was driving force in creating the new space for the Durango Arts Center (it still resides there today) and served as President of its board for many years. He was a prime fundraiser for the Women's...

Hesperus, Colorado Arden Loyal Kessel 1938 — 2024 Arden is survived by his daughters, Arlana (Greg) Noisom and Marissa Kessel; grandchildren, Brandon (Iris) and Brittany Noisom; and extended family and close friends. Arden was preceded in death by her wife, Caren; son, Arlyn; and parents Albert and Ruth Kessel. Arden loved working for the National Park Service in Grand Canyon National Park and serving his country.

Bremerton, Washington Arthur Roy "Art" Adco*ck 1937 — 2024 Services are being conducted through Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section.

Wilfred "Bill" Cortis 1948 — 2024 Wilfred (Bill) Cortis, age 75, passed away peacefully in Durango, CO, on July 8, 2024. He spent the last 3 years receiving exceptional care at Junction Creek Health and Rehab Center after suffering a stroke in 2020. Bill was born August 19, 1948 in Pontiac, Michigan to Wilfred and Marjorie Cortis. He was a stand-out student-athlete at Grosse Ile High School, played football and baseball at Wayne State University and earned a spot on the 1970 Detroit Lions preseason roster after completing his degree. Always quick with a joke and a terrific cook, Bill was a devoted teammate, friend, father, coach, and husband; and worked as a wine importer, advertising salesman and raised horses in Lake...

Bayfield Kathleen Anne Reilly 1937 — 2024 She leaves behind a son David Anastasio and his wife Deborah, Grandchildren Katie Rae James and Tyler James, eight great grandchildren who called her Granny Kat for her love of kitties, and many friends in Maryland and Colorado. For full obituary please visit Hoodmortuary.com

Julia "Judy" Crow 1925 — 2024 Judy graduated from this life into heaven on July 6, 2024 at the tender age of 98+. She was born to Al and Alice Lancaster in Ackman, CO on Nov 3rd, 1925, the second of six children - Mary (Murphy), Judy (Crow), Jimmie (Perry), William, John and Sarah (Foust). During WW2, right after she graduated from Cortez High School, she was called on to be the teacher in a one room schoolhouse at Sylvan CO. Being a teacher would be her career and life love. She attended the old Fort Lewis School south of Hesperus, earning an associate degree. This is where she got to know Roy Crow. She married Roy in 1948 after he returned from the Navy. She earned her B A at Adams State College in Alamosa. While...

Mary Regan Caldwell 1927 — 2024 Mary Regan Caldwell, age 97, passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2024, in Durango, Colorado. Born on July 10th, 1927, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, Mary lived a full and inspiring life. Mary earned her Master's degree in Teaching from Adams State University and dedicated her career to educating and inspiring countless students. She was a beloved and successful teacher, known for her passion for learning and her commitment to her students' growth and success. Mary had a love for traveling, exploring both the world and the United States. Her adventurous spirit took her to many places, creating cherished memories and stories that she loved to share with her family and friends. Mary was preceded in...

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