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She is survived by her children: Nancy (Bernie) Rutan, Patty (Gordon) Smith, Peggy Chatham, Linda Price, Cliff (April) Rogers, Joyce (Mark) Parker, Mary Rogers, and Harold (Pam) Rogers; 42 grandchildren, 82 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded by her husband, Max, daughter-in-law: Vergia Rogers; son-in-law: Troy Owens; grandson: Christopher Rogers; grandson-in-law: Rex Barnes; and great grand-son: Samuel Smith.

Darryl Wayne Luther was born to Eugene and Linda Luther on August 11, 1962. He grew up in Silverton, Colorado where after high school he married and had two sons. He had many different business ventures and ultimately acquired a fleet of semi trucks operating his own transport company out of Artesia, New Mexico. Darryl was a hard worker and enjoyed time with family and friends. He had a genuine, deep laughter that brought joy to everyone around him and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. Darryl Luther passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2022. He will be missed dearly. Darryl was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Floyd Luther. Darryl is survived by his two sons...

Kerry Glen Drulis passed away peacefully September 13th, 2022 just a few days before his 74th birthday. Kerry was born September 16th, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois. In his early years, the family moved to St. Louis, Missouri where he attended high school and college, playing football and receiving a BA degree from Washington University where he was team captain and was selected to the school's centennial football team. He later received a Master's degree in education and settled in Durango, Colorado in the early 1970's. Kerry had many roles in Durango including teaching at Needham elementary, custom woodwork, cabinetry and A&L Coors, but Kerry is best known for his years as bartender,...

Polly was born on February 1, 1946 in Durango, Colorado to Paul and Margaret "Crucita" Velasquez. Polly would tell stories of camping and fishing with her mom and dad as a young girl. They also traveled the area together selling holistic remedies to the surrounding communities. Polly said her mom used to dress her up in lacy dresses and pig tails; she was a girly girl. Polly also loved to put on her jeans and play in the dirt. Polly's parents' marriage ended and Polly spent her teenage years commuting between Pagosa Springs and Walsenburg, CO. Polly spoke fondly of her teenage years passing time with her best friend/cousin going to dances, sharing their secrets and just having fun. Polly...

A Rosary will be held at 9:00am before services. Neomie was a life long resident of Durango and will be greatly missed by all those that knew her.

Survived by wife of 64 years, Joy; children: Cindy Ko, Bill D. Brooks, & Sherri (Mark) Schlax; grandchildren: Chris, Ashley, Sarah, Misi, John, Nick, Abbey, & Ben; great-grandchildren: Elijah, Caleb, Giuliana, Liam, Atticus, Brinley, Silas, Evalyn, Kaila, Stella, Titus, Ruth, Coen, Norah, Levi, Alice, Emily, Haddon, Everett, & Penelope; siblings: Skip, Ronnie & Donnie Brooks. Preceded in death by great-grandson: Isaiah & a sister Laura Biggs. Bill had a life well lived.

Gerald "Jerry" Eugene Siglinger was born in Greeley to Dolores Siglinger and Marvin Andersen on November 15, 1965. When he was seven, he and his sister were adopted by Thomas and Jean Campion. Shortly after that they moved to Durango where he was on the swim team and attended local schools until getting his GED at 16. He enjoyed drawing and woodworking. Most of his adult life he worked in the construction and food service industries until rheumatoid arthritis and neuroendocrine cancer disabled him. He died on September 6, 2022. He was 56. He was preceded in death by his birth parents; half-sisters, Mona Stitt and Kathy Siglinger; and a son, Donald Thomas. He is survived by his parents Tom...

A Rosary will be held at 6:00pm on Friday, Sept. 9th, 2022 at Hood Mortuary Chapel, 1261 E. 3rd Ave., Durango. Jose "Moggs" lost his 3 year battle with cancer, he passed with family and friends close by. Moggs will be dearly missed by all those that were lucky enough to know him.

Donald William "Billy" Rock was born on March 27, 1933 at Taylor Hospital in Ignacio Colorado. Donald passed away on August 27, 2022 surrounded by family. He attended the Ute Vocational school in Ignacio. He then enlisted in the US Army as a medic and was stationed in France. Donald worked for the Southern Ute Tribal Maintenance for 30 years. He also worked part time as a firefighter. He enjoyed working on the family ranch. Donald is preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Priscilla Flores Rock, mother and father Alice Poor Washington Rock and Bryan Rock Sr. Sisters Mercedes Baker, Grace Rock, Annette Sage, Rose Rock and brother Bryan Rock Jr. His grandchildren Iris Rock, Darvin Rock,...

Donald William (Billy) Rock, 89, of Ignacio, CO, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 27, 2022. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at Hood Mortuary Chapel, 1261 E. 3rd Ave., Durango from 3:30pm - 5:30pm. Services will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Southern Ute Memorial Chapel, with burial to follow at Ignacio East at 11:30 a.m.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 10am at Madrid Cemetery. Questions or directions, email daughter, Emberle at [email protected]

She was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter and friend. She loved to help anyone she came in contact with, which made nursing the perfect career for her. She showed her patients the same care and compassion that she shared with her loved ones. She loved to adventure and explore, scuba diving and seeing live music. Karen is survived by her mother Martha Vest; brother Ken Vest; Son Marty Strickland; Daughter Lauren Strickland, and Partner Randy Archuletta. She is preceded in death by her father James Vest, and sister Elaine Vest. Please send any contributions to The American Heart Association. Services will be held at a later date.

A Rosary will be recited on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 at 5:30pm. Please visit www.hoodmortuary.com for the full obituary.

Josette Chacon, 58, a lifelong resident of Durango passed away peacefully on August 19, 2022, surrounded by her beloved family. Josette was born in Durango on October 28, 1963 to Max and Joyce Chacon. She went to Needham Elementary, Miller Middle School and graduated from Durango High School. She then completed 2 years at Fort Lewis College. She met her high school sweetheart Dane Mestas and together they had a son and daughter. She went on to work for South City Market, Griego's, Colorado Land Title and Francisco's Restaurant, to name a few. She devoted her life to raising her 2 children and 4 grandchildren. She was not just a mother, but a grandmother, wife, best friend, Aunt, niece,...

Doris Evelyn Babb Andrews was born in Fort Worth, TX on November 10, 1931 to Foy and Winnie Babb. She graduated from Northside High School in Fort Worth and got a degree in teaching at Texas Weslyan College in 1953. She was married in 1952 to Jay Andrews and raised a daughter and two sons. She taught school for several years and was also a lecturer for Weight Watchers. She was a member of several Texas Ski clubs where she learned to snow ski at 42. She continued to ski for 40 years. The clubs brought her to Colorado often. In 1994 Doris moved to Lake Vallecito where she met Bob Niggli. They spent 28 happy years together and traveled around the world. Doris was active with the Lake Vallecito...

Warren "Joe" Brown graduated from this life peacefully August 18th at his Bayfield home with loving family including grandson/caregiver Coltin Duran and wife Bree by his side. Joe was born May 31st 1927, second of two sons to Raymond & Faye Brown in Pagosa Springs. Joe was an avid hunter and fisherman and was always known as a jokester. He accomplished many things in his life including graduating from Fort Lewis College, and Colorado State University. He retired from a career with the Soil Conservation District where he received many awards. He didn't stay retired very long before going to work as Superintendent for the Pine River Irrigation District. He also served on the Bayfield Town...

Larry Simmons, 82, passed away surrounded by his sons and family, on August 14, 2022 in Phoenix, AZ. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Greenmount Cemetery. In case of inclement weather, please call Hood Mortuary for venue change. Larry was born on August 29, 1939 in Dolores, Colorado to J.D. and Elda Simmons. He grew up in Durango, graduated from Durango High School, attended Fort Lewis College and Colorado State University and obtained a Civil Engineering degree. He worked for his father, J.D., for many years and learned a strong work ethic, before ranching and selling real estate. Many regard Larry as one of the smartest and hardest working...

She is survived by her parents: Dale & Frances Horvath; siblings: Mike, Emily & Ray Horvath and Kerri (Eric) Jonas; grandmother: Lila Greer and nephew: Jackson Jonas. She was preceded in death by grandparents: Ray & Nellie Horvath and Pat Greer. "Life is a song - sing it. Life is love - enjoy it." In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Marvel Methodist Church Building Fund, PO Box 122 Marvel, CO 81329. Complete obituary at hoodmortuary.com.

Elizabeth Ann Leidy left us to walk with Jesus on August 5, 2022, at 10:44 pm, in her home with her husband, Kent, and daughter, Trinette, by her side. Beth was always vibrant and emanated the light of God in everything she did every day. She was fervent with her service to our Lord and to the community. Beth will be missed by all those that knew and loved her. For full obituary please see www.hoodmortuary.com

Carl Elmer Strohecker went to live with his Savior in the early morning of August 2, 2022. He was born on February 25, 1936 in Halifax, PA to Elmer and Dorothy Strohecker. He was the second of four children, he has an older sister and a younger brother and sister. He was a proud veteran having served in the Air Force from 1954 through 1958. During this time, he met and married the love of his life, Elgin Hatch, while stationed in Albuquerque, NM at Kirtland Air Force Base. They were married on November 16, 1957 and were blessed with three children, Monica, Melannie and Kip. In 1969 they established their home in Bayfield where he lived out his life as a husband, father, and entrepreneur....

A Life Well Lived! Leslie C. Lynch (Les) was born in1950 in Illinois to Owen and Janet Lynch, the eldest of four children. He was gathered into the arms of his Heavenly Father July 2022. For over two years he battled cancer, but the cancer did not define him. Rather his experiences and accomplishments shaped his life. Les was a loving husband, a proud and dedicated father, an attentive son to his late parents, fun loving brother to his siblings, and someone who enjoyed his many friends. Les had a Biology degree from Drake University and a Master of Business Administration with a focus in Finance from DePaul University. He worked in the Food, Pharmaceuticals and Natural Color industry for...