All Obituaries

Juan Martín Rivera, 73, joined the choir of Angels late in the evening Wednesday September 12, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Juan was peaceful and serene, singing even as the Angels came and spirited him away. Juan was born November 23, 1944 in Colonia Independencia Monterrey, Nuevo Léon Mexico at the home of his parents, Blasa and Juan Rivera. At the age of four, Juan, his sister Lucia and his mother Blasa immigrated to the United States. When...

Patricia E. "Trish" Lujan, 48, passed away on August 25, 2018. She was born on August 25, 1970 to the union of Filbert and Rebecca (Garcia) Lujan Jr who both precede her in death. Trish loved to read, music, cooking, she made the best lasagna and was a true Bronco fan. Her favorite color was pink and loved Hello Kitty. She worked hard and enjoyed working at Qwest and Parkview. Trish leaves behind to cherish her memory; son, Gabriel Ramon Lujan (Jaylynn); significant other, Albert...

Margaret “Peggy” Ann Martinez, affectionately known as Mama Bear, 60, passed away on September 8, 2018. She was born in January 24, 1958 to James and Vivian (Lucero) Martinez who both precede her in death, along with her son, Matthew Martinez. Margaret loved to dance, sing, play cards, eat Passkey and watch Bronco games. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, sons; Elias and Salvador (Deserea) Gonzales, Ray (Charlotte), Rocky and Rico (Ashley) Martinez. Family will receive...

Alvinaldo W. Cargill, 74, passed away on August 31, 2018. He was born January 13, 1944 in Stann Creek, Belize to Wilbur and Dotsie (Thompson) Cargill who both precede him in death, along with his stepfather, Herbert Sharpe; brother, Wilfred; children, Tawana and Kenyon Cargill. Alvinaldo loved to challenge people, bringing out the best in a persons character. He loved to fish, hunt and conversing with his buddies. He was an active member of the Masonic Lodge #2 and an excellent...

Andrea Aguirre Svinarich, 48, passed away unexpectedly on September 8, 2018. She was born May 28, 1970. She was a 1988 graduate of South High School. She is preceded in death by her father Armando. Andrea enjoyed listening to oldies music, going for long rides on the Harley, watching horror movies. She was a huge Bronco fan, had a heart of gold, always giving and helping anyone in need. Andrea had a great sense of humor but was stubborn like no other.  She loved visiting with her life...

Christopher David Castro, 64, passed away on September 4, 2018. He was born January 29, 1954. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Lena Marmalejo; grandson, Robert J. Baca Jr.; siblings, Lawrence Rivera, Raymond Rivera and Lillian Gomez. Chris was a vocalist in Pueblo for 40 years. He was a true Bronco fan and loved watching them play, above he loved all spending time with his family and grandchildren. Survived by his wife, Elvira Castro; children; Victor Sanchez, Anthony...

Ronald F. Petkosek, 79, lifetime Puebloan, passed away Sept. 5, 2018 in Pueblo, CO. He was born November 19, 1938 to Frank and Ann (Steblay) Petkosek who precede him in death along with in-laws, Louis and Antoinette Scaplo, and son-in-law, Dennis Paradiso. Ronald had two Masters Degrees in Education. He was an educator and Principal with District # 70 for 32 years. He was the principal for the first elementary school in Pueblo West. Co-Owner of Zoelsmann’s Bakery for 12...

Viola Tita Martinez, 95, passed away Aug. 31, 2018 in Pueblo, Colo. She was born Sept. 18, 1922 in Ocate, N.M. to Jose and Escolastica (Sandoval) Romero who preceded her in death along with husband, Cornelio Martinez and all her siblings. She enjoyed embroidering and watching game shows. She loved going to church and spending time with her family. Viola leaves to cherish her memory; her children, Leo (Vicky) Sandoval, JoAnne Rivera, Juanita Martinez, and Floyd Martinez; eight grandchildren;...

Rose Ann Luna, 77, passed away on August 25, 2018. She was born on February 15, 1941 to the union of Adonias and Martha Pineda who both precede her in death, along with sisters, Beatrice Ramos and Elaine Ortega. Rose enjoyed Bingo, crossword puzzles and having a cold one. She loved to watch football and was a true Bronco fan She loved her novelas and Mexican music. Above all she loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Ignacio Hernandez; daughters, Lisa Grzenia ad...

Alfred Medina, 85, passed away on August 30, 2018, born January 29, 1933 in Walsenburg, CO, to proud parents Angel and Lucy (Terraza) Medina who both precede him in death along with his wife Corrine; siblings, Angelo, Gloria and Louie. He enjoyed going out to eat, going to cripple creek and taking his daily walks which were known as "Romeo" flirting with the ladies. But most of all being with his family especially his grandchildren, who were his world. Alfred is survived by...