All Obituaries

Dalton F. Buntin Jr., 90, passed away on January 4, 2023.  He was born July 22, 1932 to Dalton Buntin and Emma Sue Crane who both preceded him in death.  Dalton served proudly in the U.S Army and retired with 27 years.  He was a former member of Trinity Baptist Church in Colo. Springs and most recently a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church here in Pueblo.  He is survived by his wife Helga (Walther) Buntin and numerous family members.  Celebration of Life, 1 pm,...

Gilbert Stacy Trujillo, 50, passed away unexpectedly March 22, 2023.  A lifetime Puebloan, he was born on June 24, 1972 to proud parents Gilbert and Jean (Gallegos) Trujillo.   He is preceded in death by his brothers, Kevin and Brian Trujillo; and daughter Stacy Anna Trujillo. Gilbert was a proud Central High School graduate.  He enjoyed listening to music; especially Metal, watching sports and western movies. Most of all he loved his family. Spending quality time...

Nancy Evelyn McDonnell, 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 20, 2023, the first day of spring, surrounded by family and close friends. Born October 6, 1946, Nancy was lovingly raised by her mother Mary (DeLeon) Torres, her grandmother Guadalupe (Santos) DeLeon, and her uncle Frank DeLeon. A lifelong and proud Puebloan, Nancy loved her family, her amazing friends, her nursing work, her oldies and celebrations of all varieties, even the falling of a leaf! Nancy Mac or Nurse Nancy as...

Lala Casados, 91, passed away on March 10, 2023.  She was born January 20, 1932 in New Mexico to  parents Porfilio and Alice (Romero) Sifuentez who both precede her in death along with her husband, Daniel Casados, sons, Julian Casados and Lawrence Casados; a sister, Alice Aragon. Her family was her greatest joy. She is survived by her children, Lucy (Willie) Bethune, Manuel Casados and Donna (Randy) Trujillo; 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and 3 great great...

Augustine Frank Duran Jr., 75, passed away unexpectedly on March 17, 2023. He was born April 2, 1947 in Rocky Ford, CO, to proud parents Augustine and Betty “Petra” (Solano) Duran, both precede him in death along with; his sister, Jennie Benavidez; his nephew, Steve Benavidez; his father-in-law, Lino Ambriz Sr., and brother-in-law Lubin Benavidez. “ Frank “ as he was affectionately known to family and friends, retired from Pueblo School District 70, where he worked...

Our beloved son, brother, uncle, and grandson, Isaiah Andrew Gallegos, passed away March 12, 2023 at the age of 22 years old. His memory will live in the minds and hearts of everyone he loved, those who loved him, and the many lives he touched. Isaiah was kind-hearted and always wanted the best for everyone. He was truly one of a kind who gained a reputation for being an extremely empathetic and compassionate individual. His smile and personality would light up a room like the sunshine...

Debbie Delatorre, age 64, peacefully left our realm on March 21, 2023. She was born July 28, 1958 to loving parents Rex Pendergraft and Inez Carol. A kind soul who helped whomever she could, she is loved by many. She lives on through her three granddaughters whom she loved dearly, Bailee, Clarisa, and Arianna. She is loved and will be missed by many.  At her request cremation, no formal services.

Juanita Teresita Rael, at the age of 85, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who died on the cross, so that we may be set free, so we can have eternal life.She was born on May 17, 1937 in New Mexico to parents Antonio J. and Margaret (Romero) Sandoval who both precede her in death along with husband, Filadelfio Rael Sr.; son, Saul Rael and brothers Jose Sandoval, David (Linda) Sandoval, Leo Sandoval, Tony Sandoval, Eutimmo (Julia) Sandoval, Ruben Aragon; and sister...

Tomasita E. Baca, 89, passed away March 11. 2023.  She was born July 31, 1933.  Preceded in death by her husband, Filbert Baca; sons, Joe Sisneros, Richard Sisneros and great-grandson Vetho Vigil.  Tomasita had a heart of gold and cherished her time spent with family.  Taking care of her grand-daughter Joan, who she considered her daughter, was one of her greatest joys.  She is survived by her daughters, Betty (Markus) Vigil, Corrine (Rudy) Martinez, Pearl...

Tony Grimaldo Jr., 48, passed away March 5, 2023. He was born January 15, 1975 to proud parents, Tony and Alice Grimaldo. He is preceded in death by his father, Tony Grimaldo Sr. Tony enjoyed watching movies, listening to music of all types, working on yards, and having a cold one every now and then. Being with his family was important to him he loved to share stories and crack jokes on them he had a great sense of humor. He is survived by his mother, Alice Grimaldo; children Tracy...