Obituaries

Jane Carol Ward

Jane Carol Ward

Apr 1, 2019

Jane Carol Spurlin Ward, age 79, passed away on Monday evening, April 1, 2019 in her Primrose Retirement Center home, surrounded by her three children and their spouses, Melinda and Warren Knight, Teresa Turner and Alan and Holly Ward.   On April 19, 1939 Jane Carol Spurlin was born to Eugene and Alma (Smith) Spurlin in Fort Lupton, Colorado in...

Harry A. Fedde

Harry A. Fedde

Mar 30, 2019

Harry A. Fedde passed away peacefully at home on March 30, 2019. Harry lived a long and abundant life.  He was born in La Junta, CO on Sept 2, 1926 and grew up in Fowler, CO where he was the oldest of six siblings, five of whom survive him.  

Harry was a Navy veteran having served in the Pacific...

John A. Marquez

John A. Marquez

Mar 30, 2019

John A.  Marquez passed away unexpectedly on March 30, 2019 in Pueblo.  He was born March 3, 1949 to Toney and Fay Marquez.  John worked as a dispatcher for the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office for many years before his retirement.  He was a loving and caring man who always put others before himself.  John enjoyed watching sports, especially the Nuggets,...

Jerry J. Wells

Jerry J. Wells

Mar 29, 2019

Jerry J. Wells, 84, passed away March 29, 2019.  A longtime Pueblo resident, Jerry was a master salesman and a tremendous, lifelong Ham Radio operator.  Survived by his son Michael Wells and stepson Chris Daskas.  As per Jerry’s request there will be no viewing or services.  He will be missed by his many friends.   KDOPD has signed off the air. ...

Jeff Ettleman

Jeff Ettleman

Mar 25, 2019

Jeff “Bodean” Ettleman passed away unexpectedly on March 25, 2019.  He was born April 10, 1970 in Pueblo to Charles and Nellie Ettleman.  Jeff was preceded in death by his father Charles in 2017.  He is survived by his children; Keragan, Cooper and Kassidy; mother, Nellie and sister, Tina (Chapen) Peek.  All family and friends are invited to an informal...

Robert "Bob" Fritzel

Robert "Bob" Fritzel

Mar 14, 2019

Robert L. “Bob” Fritzel died peacefully with his family at his side on March 14, 2019 in Pueblo.  Bob was born July 7, 1947 in Pueblo to William M. and Mary Fritzel.  He attended St. Mary’s Elementary School and graduated from Pueblo Catholic High before attending Southern Colorado State College (CSU-P).  Bob worked as a Histology Tech at St Mary Corwin Hospital before...

Jane Ida Hall

Jane Ida Hall

Mar 13, 2019

Jane Ida Hall died on March 13, 2019 in Pueblo, Colorado following a long illness.  Jane was born on July 26, 1945 in Chaska, Minnesota, one of five children,  to Albert and Caroline Finkel.  Jane had a passion for caring for people and so it was fitting that she was employed as a Registered Nurse for 37 years before her...

Clara Burk

Clara Burk

Mar 13, 2019

Clara L.V. Burk, 76,  passed away March 13, 2019 in Pueblo. She was born December 17, 1942 in Milan, Oregon, one of 13 children Joseph and Marie Davis.  Clara was a member of Pueblo Chapter #34 Order of Eastern Star, Amaranth and the White Shrine of Jerusalem.  She enjoyed Needle work, crocheting, working puzzles, drawing and playing cards.  Clara was...

Glenn A. Fogel

Glenn A. Fogel

Mar 7, 2019

Glenn A. Fogel passed away March 7, 2019 in Pueblo, Colorado.  He was born February 27, 1959 in Elyria, Ohio, one of two children to Michael and Norma Jean Fogel.  Glenn achieved the designation of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America, he was a “Ford man” who enjoyed classic cars, playing billiards, golf, dirt biking and snow skiing.  ...

Randy Oldham

Randy Oldham

Mar 5, 2019

Randal Edward "Randy" Oldham, passed away, March 5, 2019 in Pueblo.  He was 65.  Randy was preceded in death by his parents Charles E. and Nellie Lee Oldham.  He is survived by his sister, Sherri (John) McFarland and 2 nephews Eric and Paul.  Cremation has taken place.    Private family services will be held.

JON M. ELGIN

JON M. ELGIN

Feb 19, 2019

Jon M. Elgin, Sr., passed away Feb 19, 2019 in Pueblo.  He was born Nov 10, 1942 in Nowata, OK to Carl and June Elgin. Jon was a well-known Pueblo business owner having owned Belmont Tire and Sunset Tire and Automotive Repair for many years before his retirement.  He was active in the Pueblo auto racing scene, a past president...

James Smith

James Smith

Feb 9, 2019

James E. Smith, passed away peacefully with his wife of 58 years Terry Smith by his side on February 9th, 2019.  Jim was born on October 11, 1941 in  Pueblo and was a lifelong resident.

Jim “Smitty” Smith Spent his life with a passion and love for anything that had a motor in it, whether it was cars, boats, bikes,...

Debbie Franson

Debbie Franson

Feb 8, 2019

Debra "Debbie" K. Franson was called home by her Lord and Savior on February 8, at her home in Pueblo.  She was born August 14, 1954 in Hastings Nebraska.

Debbie worked for Parkview medical center as a CNA, and also in account management. She also earned her real estate license. Debbie was an active member and Deaconess at Broadway Christian...

Gretchen Margaret Mary Davis

Gretchen Margaret Mary Davis

Feb 5, 2019

Gretchen Davis departed this life on February 5, 2019 in Pueblo.  Gretchen was born April 5, 1936 to the union of Emma and Eugene Wahrle who both preceded her in death. She is also preceded by her daughter Margaret Horner and survived by a granddaughter Vallie Horner. She is also survived by her legal guardians at The Arc of Pueblo...

Carolyn Ruth Butler

Carolyn Ruth Butler

Jan 30, 2019

Carolyn Ruth Butler passed away January 30, 2019 in Pueblo West, Colorado.  She was born May 15, 1930 in McMinnville, Tennessee, one of 6 children to William and Eva Cope.    Carolyn was a talented artist, enjoyed traveling, working in her flower garden and caring for her dog.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband ,Melvin Butler;...

Betty J. Dalton

Betty J. Dalton

Jan 25, 2019

Betty Jean (Davis) Dalton passed away January 25, 2019 in Pueblo.  Betty was born April 12, 1931 in Depew, Oklahoma and lived in Pueblo most of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray; sons, Jeff and Joe; granddaughter, Dawn; and brother, Chuck.  She is survived by her children, John (Patty), Jim; grandchildren, Scott (Stephanie), Kristy, Dylan...

Margaret A Van Matre

Margaret A Van Matre

Jan 24, 2019

Margaret A. Van Matre passed away January 24, 2019 in Pueblo. She was born Dec 23, 1933 in Hoehne, CO, the youngest of 10 children to  Andreita and Jose Montoya.  Margaret was employed as a secretary for School District #1 for many years before her retirement. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Jack M. Van Matre;...

Vivian Hazel Dobis

Vivian Hazel Dobis

Jan 20, 2019

Vivian H. Dobis passed away on January 20, 2019 in Pueblo Colorado. Vivian was born Nov 13, 1924.  She retired from the Pueblo State Hospital as a nurse.  After retiring she enjoyed many things…her flowers, painting with acrylics, many of her beloved pets and time spent with family and friends. Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, Iva and...

Inez Reivitt

Inez Reivitt

Jan 18, 2019

Inez Reivitt. Inez was born in Sharpsville, Pa., on Jan. 12, 1918. She and her family moved to Pueblo when she was 3, spending the remaining 98 years of her life here. Inez married John Reivitt in 1939. They built a home on Palmer Avenue where they raised two daughters, Susan and Sally. John died in 1995. Inez enjoyed bowling,...

Delbert Louis Johnston

Delbert Louis Johnston

Jan 13, 2019

Delbert Louis Johnston passed away Sunday, January 13, 2019 in Pueblo, Colorado.  He was born on June 17, 1938 in Pueblo to Delbert F. and Helen Johnston.  Delbert was preceded in death by his parents and his son Destry and his sister Roberta Dodge.   His survivors include his wife nearly 59 years Wilma; his daughter, Rebecca Johnston-Alzerton; his grandchildren Roland,...