Obituaries

Rhonda Lee Carlson

Rhonda Lee Carlson

Dec 18, 2020

Rhonda Lee Carlson passed away unexpectedly on December 18, 2020 in Pueblo.  Rhonda  was born December 14, 1958 in Marion, Indiana, one of three daughters, to Peggy and Robert Welton. 

Rhonda worked as a real estate broker and was a member of the Pueblo Association of Realtors.  Rhonda was a talented singer and was in several bands including the Blue...

Wanda June Potter

Wanda June Potter

Dec 15, 2020

Wanda June Potter passed away December 15th, 2020 after a lengthy illness.  She was born on July 16th, 1939 to Ruby and Bamos Renfrow who proceed her in death along with her siblings, Kenneth & Bamos Jr. (Bud) and Waunetta Phillips.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, John Potter as well as three children:  JD (Stacey), Brian...

Benjamin Dominic Macaluso

Benjamin Dominic Macaluso

Dec 15, 2020

Benjamin Dominic Macaluso ( Aka Banjo) Was born on August 12, 1946 and passed away peacefully on December 15, 2020.

Banjo is survived by his loving wife, Juan Renee; his children Kirsten (Peter), Kathlyn and Benjamin (Kristan), and Dominic (Jennifer) and numerous grandchildren; siblings Saro, Fidel, Annie, and Frank.

He is preceded in death by his parents Dominic and Elva,...

Robert L. Vaughn

Robert L. Vaughn

Dec 11, 2020

Robert L. Vaughn passed away December 11, 2020 in Pueblo, Colorado.  Bob was born April 19, 1939 in Ordway, Colorado, one of 5 children, to Rachel and Gerald Vaughn. 

Bob was a retired US Navy veteran having served 30 years.  Bob was an animal lover, avid golfer, sports enthusiast, and a friend to all.

He was preceded in death by...

Sheila J. Horstman

Sheila J. Horstman

Dec 9, 2020

Sheila J. Horstman, 82, of Kennewick, WA passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, December 9, 2020 from complications of congestive heart failure.  Born December 30, 1937 in Trinidad, CO, she was youngest of five children born to the late Asa V. Ward and Mary E. Ward.

Sheila is survived by daughter Linda Horstman (Gordon Patterson) of Spokane Valley, WA;...

Blake K. Estep

Blake K. Estep

Dec 3, 2020

Blake K. Estep passed away Dec 3, 2020 in Pueblo.  Blake was born July 31, 1964 in Pueblo to Jacquelyn and George Estep. He was preceded in death by his mother. His survivors include his father George; sister, Robin Estep-Applehans; his uncle, Walter (Patty) Estep; nephews, Jeff (Katy), Jerry (Debbie), Bill (Faunda); niece, Ellen; great nieces, Hannah, Maddy, Felicity, Clara...

Benjamin D. Boman

Benjamin D. Boman

Nov 29, 2020

Benjamin D. Boman passed away November 29, 2020 in Pueblo, Colorado.   He was born on February 2, 1930 in Boone, Colorado to Vera E. and Frank W. Boman.  Benjamin was a long time employee at the Colorado State Hospital in Pueblo working as an LPN and a Psych Tech before his retirement.  He was a lifelong motorcycle and car enthusiast. ...

James Henry Dittmar

James Henry Dittmar

Nov 28, 2020

James Henry Dittmar passed away November 28, 2020 in Pueblo, Colorado.  James was born September 30, 1934 to Ruby and Arlo Dittmar.   He was a veteran of the US. Air Force during the war in Vietnam.  James owned and operated a Roto-Rooter franchise in the Fort Collins area for many years before his retirement and eventually moving to Pueblo West. ...

Russell H. Longgrear II

Russell H. Longgrear II

Nov 27, 2020

Russell H. Longgrear, II,  passed away Nov 27, 2020 in Pueblo.   Russ was born March 28, 1940 in Pueblo to Dorothy and Russell Longgrear, Sr.

He will be remembered as a people person who made friends easily.  He was an avid Bronco fan, he enjoyed working outdoors, painting, glass work and loved the music in his extensive music library.  He...

Joan L. Knight

Joan L. Knight

Nov 23, 2020

Joan Knight, 67,   left this life on November 23, 2020 in Pueblo, Colorado after a long battle with cancer.  Joan enjoyed cooking, crafts and she loved the mountains. 

Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Pauline and William Knight.  She leaves to mourn her loss, her siblings: Karen, Arthur, Mike, Penny and Donna and many other relatives. 

At her...

Hugh L. Rinker

Hugh L. Rinker

Nov 20, 2020

Hugh L. Rinker passed away November 23, 2020 at the age of 99.  He was a World War II veteran, a foreman of a pipe company, a bookkeeper and a patriarch.  He was married to Anna for 65 years, who preceded him in death.  We were blessed to get to know him again. 

At his request, cremation has taken place....

William "Will" Pitman

William "Will" Pitman

Nov 19, 2020

William George " Will" Pitman passed away November 19, 2020 in Pueblo, Colorado.  Will was born September 4, 1961 in Pueblo to William and Marcelia Pitman.  Will loved cars and especially loved Hot Rods.  His survivors include his brothers Lyman Pitman and John Pitman; sisters, Margaret Pitman and Marcelia Anderson; 5 nephews, 1 great nephew and 2 great nieces.   A...

Grace Elizabeth Borrego

Grace Elizabeth Borrego

Nov 13, 2020

Grace Elizabeth Borrego, 36, moved to Heaven at her family home in Pueblo, CO on November 13, 2020. Grace was born on October 19, 1984 in Trinidad, CO. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend. Grace loved deeply and was loved by the many people who were fortunate enough to know her. She offered her time,...

Harvey Herzog

Harvey Herzog

Nov 10, 2020

Harvey G. Herzog, a life- long resident of Pueblo, Colo., passed away Nov. 10, 2020, at the age of 99. Harvey is survived by four of his children, Margaret Knight (66), Lee Herzog (64), Michael Herzog (62), Tracy Brodd (59); and five grandchildren, Andy Brodd (31), Alex Brodd (28), Willy Brodd (24), Sofia Herzog (19) and Sam Herzog (17). Harvey's...

Paul C. VanDresser

Paul C. VanDresser

Nov 8, 2020

Paul C. VanDresser passed away November 8, 2020 in Pueblo.  Paul was born on January 5, 1950 in Pueblo to Donald, Sr and Thelma Van Dresser.  He was a longtime employee of the Rio Grande Railroad.  His survivors include his brother, Richard; 3 nieces, 1 nephew: several great nieces and nephews and many other relatives. 

Cremation has taken place.

Michael Seaman

Michael Seaman

Nov 5, 2020

                                                   Michael Seaman                                               Sunrise: October 20, 1947               ...

Patricia Frances Eberwein

Patricia Frances Eberwein

Oct 31, 2020

Patricia Francis Eberwein went home to be with the Lord on October 31, 2020.  Born on December 5, 1951 in Roswell, New Mexico to Medora I. Eberwein and Thomas A. Eberwein, Sr.   Pat came to Pueblo in 1953 and graduated from Pueblo South High in 1970.  She attended USC, obtained an R.N. degree and worked as a registered nurse at...

Ben Ramos

Ben Ramos

Oct 26, 2020

Ben Ramos was born on October 2, 1957 and died on October 26, 2020 in Pueblo, Colorado.   Ben was preceded in death by his parents, John and Bea Ramos, his brother Chris and his sister Bernadine. He is survived by his wife Jill, his daughters Toni (Bobby) Crittenden and Michelle Ramos; his grandchildren Chris Ramos, Tyeshia Ramos, Bobby Crittenden...

Mary Louise Buxman

Mary Louise Buxman

Oct 21, 2020

Mary L. Buxman, 82, was a strong woman, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother.  She died of kidney failure on October 21, 2020, in Pueblo, Colorado.  She was born May 27, 1938, in Fall River, Kansas, the daughter of Norval Swindler and Vertie Williamson.

Mary earned an RN degree and worked as a nurse for 39 years enjoying the field...

Elsie Hazel Valkinburg

Elsie Hazel Valkinburg

Oct 13, 2020

Elsie Hazel Valkinburg , Mrs. Max S. Van Valkinburg, ascended to the next life , October 13 2020. Proceeded by beloved husband Max, mother Hazel, father, Mina (Dallas) Daffron, brothers, Miles and Curtis along with a nearly life long friend Arlene Case .   Survived by three sons, Ivan ( Bernadine ), Mark and John, numerous nieces and nephews including,...