Grand Junction Daily Sentinel

George Lyons, 77, joined his loved ones in heaven, October 23, 2021. His service will be held at the Collbran Congregational Church at 11:00 am on October 28,2021. George was born on March 12, 1944 in Las Vegas, Nevada to Raymond Lyons and Shirley Jaquette. He attended Mesa College and then served in the Army 1965-1967. In 1967 George married Jan Mendenhall and they had five children. Cindy, Brian, Dan, Kimi and L.J. George worked as a Guide and Outfitter and later moved to Arizona in 1986 and created a Service Station Repair business, he moved back to Colorado in 1992. George is survived by his treasured brothers Ray and John and sisters Cindy, Shirley Ray and Suzanne. George loved...

Grand Junction resident at the Bee Hive Homes and former longtime Delta resident, Howard Cowan, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at Hospice Care Center. Howard was born April 7, 1927 to Judd and Maude Cowan in Loves Park, Illinois. When Howard was three years old, he and his parents, brothers Allen and Grant, and his sister Evelyn, moved to a farm near Broadhead, Wisconsin. After graduating from Broadhead High School and Minnesota Bible College, he married Patricia Falter of Janesville, Wisconsin in 1951. Together they celebrated 70 years of marriage and had two daughters, Judy and Peggy. Howard and Patricia served with churches in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Colorado. He...

Lauren Willey Pitt, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend, passed away on Wednesday the 20th day of October 2021 in Grand Junction, Colorado. Lauren was born on August 13, 1958, in Salt Lake City, Utah, the second child of Paul and Catherine Willey. Lauren was raised in Bountiful and Centerville Utah. She was a graduate of Viewmont High School Class of 1976. She married Scott Reed Pitt on March 2, 1979; they were later sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple on February 21, 1981. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many callings in her wards and stakes where they happened to live. Lauren was full of life, very passionate about her beliefs...

Ronald Gene Arellano, age 80, passed away on October 19, 2021 at Grand Junction Community Hospital. He was a proud Colorado native. He was born on November 1, 1940 in Montrose, Colorado to Joseph and Della Gallegos. He spent his childhood in Montrose and Grand Junction, graduating from Grand Junction High School in 1959. He went on to earn a Business and Marketing Degree at University of Utah in Salt Lake City, UT. He was the Manager of United Company Concrete and Reddi-Mix, where he oversaw 5 plants and 70 employees, for 18 years; was a salesman for Grand Junction Pipe; and was owner of Universal Furniture and Appliances in Omaha, NE. Ron also served in the Colorado National Guard for 3...

Andrew Roussin was a loving husband, father, brother, son, and friend. He passed away October 19, 2021 following a brief illness. Andrew is survived by his wife, Hallie Roussin; children, Lizzy Roussin, Joseph Roussin, and Autumn Pope; Mother Julie Roussin (Dwayne); grandparents Bonnie and Terry Larson; and brother James Roussin (Jennifer) and nephews (Jaxson, Grayson, and Jake). Andrew was born November 2, 1982, to James and Julie Roussin in Grand Junction, CO. Andrew spent his early years in Grand Junction. He loved flying in his grandpa airplane, going to Lake Powell and Arizona. Spending time with his Grandparents at the Vega Cabin. He was an amazing swimmer, bike racer and skier....

On October 18, 2021, Ray Samuel Amick II, passed away peacefully at his home in Grand Junction, Colorado at the age of 71. At the time of his passing, his wife of 35 years, Bethany Amick, was lovingly by his side. Sam was born in Huntington, West Virginia on November 24, 1949 to Ray S. Amick and Winifred Eileen Wallace. Among his siblings, he had two sisters, Brenda and Sherry Amick, and two brothers, Martin and Paul Amick. After graduating high school in 1967 in Tuba City, Az and going off to college, Sam then enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1969 serving in the Vietnam War. After retiring after a 23 year career as a Chief Warrant Officer III he then went on to complete his college degree in...

Richard James Hopkins age 38 of Grand Junction, Colorado passed away on October 13, 2021. Richard was born on June 24th, 1983, in Minot, North Dakota to James and Tammy Hopkins. As a young boy Richard enjoyed playing baseball, playing football, and riding BMX. In high school he began to race motocross alongside his uncle. On the weekends his father took their whole family along to support him in many races all around the region. Richard graduated from Grand Junction High School in 2001 and went on to receive his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (2006) from Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins, Colorado. Richard met the love of his life, Rebecca, in 2001 at the...

Esther Joyce (Mc Neely) Dangler September 6, 1933- October 13, 2021 The family of Joyce Dangler would like to share the news of Joyce's passing on October 13, 2021. She passed away at Community Hospital surrounded by her children and grandchildren who loved her dearly. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, and great great mother, sister, and friend. Joyce was born in Fountain, Colorado on September 6, 1933 to Anna Laura (Bessie) and Jesse Mc Neely. Joyce lived in several small towns in Colorado growing up but met and married her husband Larry Dangler in Grand Junction, Co. They were married September 30, 1950 and were married 66 years and having their family in Anaheim, California and...

Agustin David Becerra-Reyes, "jack of all trades, master of none," passed away at the age of 85 in Grand Junction, CO. He was born to Eduardo Becerra and Francisca Reyes in Pachuca Hidalgo, Mexico, and spent his childhood in Mexico City. In 1954, he moved to Grand Junction, CO, and he married Pauline Reyes on July 17 of that year. He obtained his GED from Mesa College and was a devout member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Augustin cared deeply for his community, and had an extensive career. He worked as an executive director for Colorado West Community Action Agency (September 1, 1974 to October 31, 1977) as well as for ComAct Housing Corporation (February 20, 1971 to present); a Housing...

Mildred "Millie" Steeves, 82, of Grand Junction, CO, passed away on October 13th, 2021. Millie was born on August 28, 1939, to Clarence Thurlow and Mildred Charlotte Lees in Bridgeport, Connecticut. She grew up in Schenectady, NY, and graduated from Woestina High School in Rotterdam Junction, NY. After graduation, Millie moved to Los Angeles and married Les Fehmi and had two children, Laura and Jeff. She later married Jim Cheney, moved to Colorado, and had her daughter Jackie. Millie found her home in Colorado and threw herself into the community. She became a 4-H leader, joined the Fair Board, and enjoyed hiking, skiing, and dancing. Prior to her retirement, she worked as Food...

Doris Randall went to her glory on October 12 at Hope West after an exacerbation of congestive heart failure. Born May 13, 1932 in Seibert, CO to Jessie and Everett Kintigh, Doris was the 2nd of 5 children. After high school graduation, Doris married Bud Randall in 1951. They moved to Walsenburg, then to Cortez where she became a beloved high school cafeteria manager. Bud's City Market promotion brought them to Grand Junction in 1979 where Doris continued managing school cafeterias until her retirement. After retirement, Doris & Bud enjoyed wintering with friends near Parker Dam, California. In the summer they loved visiting family and friends in Grand Junction and Alaska. Doris...

David W. "Dick" Mantlo was born November 17, 1947 to R.T. Mantlo and Elizabeth Booth in Grand Junction, CO. He graduated from Grand Junction High in 1966 then attended Mesa Junior College. He married Claudia Dodge on December 26, 1967. Dick attended Kansas State University where he played baseball, earning a spot on the All-Big Eight team. He graduated from K-State in 1970. Dick began his teaching career at Fruita Elementary in 1973. He earned his Master's Degree in 1979 from Colorado State University. After returning to Grand Junction, Dick settled at Palisade High School as a History teacher and Baseball Coach; he was selected as the Coach of the Year in 1985. In 1990 he went to Grand...

On October 11, 2021, Roy Darrell Loehr, the sweetest, kindest man left this earth to join his wife. His joyful presence will be greatly missed by those who loved and knew him. Roy was born in Montrose, Colorado on December 11, 1937, to Frank H. Loehr and Faye Thomas Loehr. He spent much of his childhood at the Homestead Family Ranch with his Aunt Esther and Uncle Clarence Wilkins. After graduating from Montrose High School in 1956 he attended Colorado, A & M, (CSU). He then went to work hauling uranium in Uravan, Colorado where he met his soul mate, Audie Ruth Johnson, at the Soda Shop. They married June 21, 1959 and were inseparable until her death in December 2019. Roy began driving...

Mary Catherine Wagner, 87, died October 9, 2021, at St. Mary's Hospital following a brief illness. Mary was born on January 24, 1934, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Caroline McGonnell. She met the love of her life, Frank Arthur Wagner, at the young age of 14, and they married on August 30, 1952. They were fortunate enough to spend 69 loving years together. Mary graduated high school in Williamsport and was employed in the medical field, retail, and the ski industry. Her favorite job was at Powderhorn Ski Area as a ski school ambassador. She became known as Mrs. Powderhorn to many people. She loved the mountains, particularly the Grand Mesa, where...

Renee V. Phillips, age 91, passed away peacefully at home in Grand Junction, Colorado, on October 7, 2021 with her husband and daughter by her side. She is now in God's hands. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, on May 26, 1930, to John and Victoria Hornack. She graduated from Mercy High School in 1949. On September 6, 1951, she married Michael W. Phillips in Chicago after his discharge from the U.S. Navy. She accompanied him to southern California where he had set up residence, primarily in Anaheim. She retired from the Anaheim Union High School District after 35 years of service, lastly as an assistant to the Administrative Assistant Superintendent. After both retirements in 1991, they...

Thomas Henry Huerkamp, long time business and civic leader in Delta County, passed away at his home in Orchard, City Colo. on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021. Tom was 81 years old. Private graveside services were held at the Cory Cemetery, Cory, Colorado. A celebration of life will be held in the spring of 2022. Thomas Henry Huerkamp was born on April 27, 1940 in Iona, Minnesota to Clement Clarence and Margaret Katherine (Theis) Huerkamp. Tom served his country in the United State Army and was drafted into the Army during the Bay of Pigs. On August 31, 1967 he married Mary Lou Hawker in Delta, CO. After his marriage he and Mary Lou set out on their journey of founding and operating...

Tom McKee died on October 2, 2021, at St. Mary's Hospital, from complications of Parkinson's disease. He was born to Phil and Lolene McKee in Paonia, CO, on June 10, 1939. He attended school in Paonia CO, and graduated from Paonia High School in 1957. He attended Ft. Lewis College in Durango for one year. On September 5, 1969, he married his high school sweetheart, Carolyn Pavlisick. He decided to return to college at Mesa Jr. College in Grand Junction. He graduated with an Associate Degree in Plant Science. He moved his family to Logan, Utah, where he attended Utah State University. During this time he worked at a small grocery store on campus until he graduated. He graduated with a...

Barbara Jean Rabe passed away October 2, 2021 on her way home; she was 70. Barbara was born on September 19, 1951 in Elgin, Illinois from the union of Elmer and Dorothy Birr. She was a Colorado resident for the past fifty-two years and received her Associates Degree in Accounting from Mesa State College, CO. She retired from the Heuton Tire Company in Grand Junction as an accountant. Mom's greatness stemmed from her unwaivering moral code and her absolute refusal to accept defeat. After three weeks of wasting away in a hospital bed, Barbara (Rocky) Rabe climbed the steps that led to home, fully intending to be able to beat us all at ping pong upon our arrival. Barbara leaves behind two...

Cathy Sheffield passed away October 1, 2021 at St Marys Hospital, she was 60. Cathy was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma on June 13, 1961 from the union of Donald and Sonda Sheffield. She spent her childhood in Muskogee and later moved to Grand Junction, where she graduated from Grand Junction High School, and lived for the past forty-nine years. She attended Intelitech and received her Computer Sciences Degree. She was a member of the Bookcliff Baptist Church and was a Retail Cashier for Wal-Mart. Cathy leaves behind her parents Don and Sonda Sheffield, three children, two sons, Chris (Michelle) Feltus , Jeremy (Dinan) Sheffield, a daughter, Jasmine Keplinger, a brother Chris (Teresa)...

Our precious Mother, Sister, Aunt, Grandma, Great-Grandma, and Great-Great-Grandma, Vicky Eileen Biocic, passed away on October 1, 2021 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was 79. Vicky was born on July 28, 1942, in Riverside, California, to Kenneth Edwin Wise and Judith Nydene (Duncan) Wise. She worked as a medical secretary at St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Junction, St. Joseph's Hospital in Denver, and Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado. Vicky was also a member of the Patterson Road Church of Christ. She enjoyed reading the Bible, and sharing the word of the Lord with others. Her greatest passion was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Vicky is survived by...

Charlene Anne Springsteel (Wilson) was called home to her Savior on September 30, 2021. She was born on August 4, 1939 in Pontiac, Michigan. Most of her childhood was in Grand Junction Colorado. After marrying William James Springsteel she moved to Carbondale Colorado where she raised her three children. Later, she moved back to Grand Junction where she lived until her death. She devoted her life to raising her children and living for Christ. She enjoyed horseback riding, skiing, singing campfire songs that she learned in girl scouts and Christian songs and hymns. She was beloved by her church family and very active in the First Church of the Nazarene in Grand Junction. She is...