All Obituaries

Andrew Garcia, 66, passed away peacefully July 25, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. "Andy" or "King of the Creek," as he was known, was a Pueblo Native born Feb 5, 1955 to Joseph and Jesusita (Calderon) Garcia both of whom preceded him in death. He was a Central High, class of 1974, graduate and retiree of the Public Works Department of Pueblo County. Andy had a great sense of humor, a contagious smile, and was always the life of the...

Justin Dominguez, 24, passed away March 25, 2020 peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born Oct. 3, 1995 in La Junta, CO to proud parents Pearl Dominguez and Victor Vasquez. He graduated from Central High School of 2014 and was a manager in retail. Justin is preceded in death by grandparents Mr. & Mrs. H Becerra, Pilar Vasquez, and Jesus and Esperanza Dominguez;  uncle, Stephen Trujillo. He is survived by his parents, Pearl Dominguez and Victor Vasquez; his siblings,...

Emelinda M. Romero, 92, passed away July 27, 2021 in Pueblo, CO. Affectionately known as “Emma” she was born Nov. 20, 1928 in Springer, NM to Dionisio and Ysabel (Casados) Chavez who precede her in death along with granddaughter Sissy, and siblings. Emma enjoyed embroidery, playing cards, and scratching lottery tickets. Most of all she loved her time spent with her family, she cherished each of them. She  leaves to cherish her memory; her children, Becky (Robert) Romero,...

John L. Baca, 65, passed away July 16, 2021. He was born Dec. 18, 1955 to parents Joe and Mary Baca both precede him in death, along with his brother Henry and sister Angie. John loved sports, he was a huge Broncos and Colorado Rockies fan, he enjoyed playing pool and bike riding. John enjoyed going camping and fishing with his family. He is survived by siblings, Dora, Lucy, Virgie, Nancy, Mike and Jessie; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family that will miss him dearly.

      Darlene Montoya, 87, passed away on July 28th, 2021 in Pueblo, CO. She is preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Montoya, and other loved ones. Darlene loved to spend her time with family, friends and pets. Fishing, camping, bingo, visiting Cripple Creek and raising hell were among her favorite pastimes. She will be dearly missed by all of her surviving family, friends, and caregivers. A special thank you to Belmont Lodge and Bristol Hospice for the care they provided...

Maxine Nava Chicas, 83, passed away June 3, 2021 in New Orleans. Maxine was born Jan 22, 1938 to the union of Pedro and Maria (Gonzalez) Nava. They both precede her in death along with her loving husband Leonel Chicas; siblings, Eluterio, Refugio, Elanore (Steve), Charlotte (Fabian), Talo (Flora), Dolores “Lola”, Pete, Margarito (Tiny), and Manuel. Maxine lived in New Orleans for years. She always came home almost every year to Pueblo. She loved spending...

Jose F Miera, 74, passed away July 14, 2021, he was born June 15, 1947 in Monte Vista, CO. to proud parents Alfonso and Eleanor (Duran) Miera who precede him in death along with his son, Felix Miera, his brothers, Albert, Alfonso Jr. and Fermin. Jose enjoyed sitting outside in the sun, playing the guitar and singing Spanish music. He also enjoyed his coffee, eating his spiky, and walking “King” the family dog. Above all he loved being with his family who he loved. Jose is...

Donaciano David Maldonado, affectionately known as Donald, Don, Donnie, Dad, Papi, Brother and friend passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 13th, 2021. Don was born on December 28, 1955 in Pueblo, CO to Steve and Bernice Maldonado. He is survived by his “bride” of 42 years Nancy, devoted children Melissa and Dan Brondel and Aaron and Merlinda Maldonado and the joys of his life, his grandchildren, Hailey, Noah, Braylon, Micah and...

Erlinda Pauline Sandoval, 67, passed away July 10, 2021. She was born June 7, 1954 to proud parents Rudolfo and Flossie (Griego) Sandoval both precede her in death along with, her siblings, Mary Jacques, Gloria Valverde and Rudy Sandoval, nephew, Bobby Valverde. Erlinda was a homemaker, she enjoyed sewing, dancing, singing, and cooking for her family. She made the best green chile, she loved spending time with her family especially with her daughters and grandchildren. Erlinda is survived by...

Kathi L. Emmons, 63, passed away July 9, 2021. She was born Sept. 26, 1957 in Colorado. She is preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Renfrow. Kathi enjoyed to crochet, she loved her cats and was very active in her grandchildren’s lives. Kathi leaves behind to cherish her memories, the love of her life, Leonard Salazar; children, Andrea (Frank) Krupka, Alex (Liz) Emmons and Aric (Miranda) Emmons; mother, Jean Renfrow; siblings, Linda Rader and Kendra Casper; grandchildren, Nickolas,...