All Obituaries

  Manuel R. Jiron, 72, born on December 9, 1946, in Pueblo Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents Jose & Virginia, and brother Leo, and Sister-in-Law, Mary Jiron. Manuel is survived by his loving brother LeRoy (Teresa), Nieces: MaryAnn (Octavio) Rivas, Melody (Joe) Medina, Cathy (Jason) Montoya, Bernie & Melissa Jiron. Nephews: Leon (Renee) Jiron, Joseph & Edward Rivas, Lee Jr., Eric & Brian Jiron. He is also...

John Benedict Milder, 90, passed away May 12, 2019 a former resident of Westcliffe, CO. John was born Dec. 21, 1928 in Missouri to proud parents John H. and Gertrude L. (Smith) Milder both preceded in death along with wife, Zita Granzella Milder. He retired from Holy Cross Abbey as a Monk and also retired from St. Scholastic Academy with 22 years of service. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing and loved the mountains, he was a true outdoors man. John is survived by his children,...

Manuel Romero, 96, passed away May 14, 2019. He was born October 17, 1922 to proud parents Manuel and Ninfa Romero both preceded him in death along with, his wife, Cesarita Romero; daughters, Linda Almarez and baby Marie. Manuel served 3 years in the Army and was a World War II Veteran. He retired from CF&I Steel Mill, but most important to him was his strong faith and family who were his world. Manuel is survived by children, Eleanor (Steve) Marquez, Judy Romero, Dorothy Lujan,...

James "Jim" Morrow, December 13, 1954 - May 7, 2019, celebrated 64 years with us as an Puebloan. He was born to the union of Frank Eugene Morrow and Rose Marie Morrow Williams, both precede him in death along with stepfather Earnest Williams; niece, Alicia Wodiuk; and nephew, Sheay Thorton. Jimmy was a Central High Class of 1973 graduate; and attended CU Boulder. He was the owner of Bull Elk Construction. Jimmy had a heart of gold, he would give his shirt off his back to anyone in...

Vivian (Romero) Tafoya, 60, passed away May 7, 2019, She was born Nov. 11, 1958 to proud parents Jose and Gloria Romero both preceded her in death, along with sister, Hazel Sandoval. Vivian was co-owner of Tafoya Stucco and Dos Ristras. She loved to fish, camp and go thrift shopping, but most of all she loved spending quality time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Albert Tafoya; children, Brandon (Sarah), Gloria, Becky, Albert (Patty) Jr., Daneen and Michael (Camilia);...

Terry L. DeSalvo, 74, passed away May 6, 2019 at his home with his family surrounding him. A lifetime Puebloan, he was born Nov. 17, 1944 to proud parents, Nick and Evelyn (Westover) DeSalvo both preceded him in death, along with 3 brothers, 1 sister and 1 great grandchild. Terry worked at Parkview and retired from the Dietary Department of Colorado State Hospital with 27 years of service. Terry loved fishing, gambling, women, strip clubs and drag racing. He was an avid collector of hot...

Carrie B. Brown, 83, passed away April 30, 2019. She was born April 2, 1936 in San Augustine, Texas to proud parents Elijah Sr. and Maggie (Jones) Polk both preceded her in death, along with husband, Webb Brown Sr.; son, Webb "Champ" Brown Jr; daughter, Melandy Tillman; brothers, David Polk, Elijah Polk Jr.; grandmother, Annie Bell Helton. Carrie enjoyed reading detective books, her favorite movies, mysteries and thriller especially Columbo. She also liked writing in journals and...

Arthur Jose Romero, 91, passed away April 30, 2019 at his home. He was born in Guadalupita, New Mexico to Jeronimo E. and Virginia (Maes) Romero both preceded him in death along, with former wife, Cordelia Romero, his children, Arthur Romero Jr. and Beverly Romero; siblings, Clara Sandoval, Tony Romero, Ted Romero, Aurilia Duran, Della Taylor, Robert Romero, Mary Jane Pagan and Beatrice Romero; granddaughter, Morningstar Galves; great grandson, Arturo Ortega; He served in the U.S Army, where...

Neil Leon Whitney, 88, passed away April 25, 2019 in Pueblo, CO. He was born Aug. 26, 1930 in Keystone, SD to Leon and Anna (Brown) Whitney, who precede him in death along with his beloved wife, Louise (Kelly) Whitney and 3 siblings. Neil retired as a Tech Sargeant from the U.S. Air Force with 21 years of service. He graduated from the University of Southern Colorado with a B.A. in Auto Mechanics. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and VFW. He truly cherished his...

Louis J. Archuleta, 73, passed away May 2, 2019 in Pueblo, CO. He was born July 21, 1945 in Taos, NM to Manuel and Emmalina (Garcia) Archuleta who precede him in death along with; spouse, Phyllis Archuleta; siblings, Eleanor, Valentine, Jimmy, and twin Manuel. He retired from Colorado Dept. of Transportation. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 145. He enjoyed music, and singing karaoke. He took great pride in his home and lawn. Louis had a great sense of humor. He...