All Obituaries

Eugene W. "Tap" Tapia, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, March 28, 2018. Born in the family home on March 22, 1935, Gardner, CO. in Huerfano County. He is proceded in death by his wife Gail (Stout) Tapia, his parents Evelyn (Bressan) and Jacob Tapia; silblings Marie (John) Roybal, Charles (Edith) Tapia, Garfield Tapia, Dorothy (Arkie) Dolif, Esther (Nick) Butkovich,...

Jackie Gilbert Aragon, 59, died on May 18, 2018. He was born on April 26th, 1959 in Rocky Ford Colorado. To the union of Gilbert and Duby Aragon who both procede him in death, along with; siblings, Jerry Lee Aragon, Toby Aragon and Susie Aragon (Arellanes). Jackie's favorite things to do included spending time with grandchildren, enjoying all of their activities. Spending time with his children and countless friends as often as possible. Watching the Denver Broncos,...

Victoria B. Pacheco, 75, passed away on May 16, 2018 a lifetime Puebloan she was born on December 20, 1942 to the union of Adela and Philip Pacheco both precede her in death along with her sister Virginia "Jennie" Jimenez. She graduated from Centennial High School and retired from La Torteca Tortilla Factory. She loved shopping, dancing and being with her family. She is survived by her daughter Adela Pacheco, grandchildren Victoria "Tori" Maldonado and...

Mervine LeFebre, 90, passed away on May 13, 2018, born on July 23, 1927 to Charles and Ruby (Simon) LeFebre who both precede him in death, along with granddaughter Georgette Maldonado, Siblings Abe, Bob, Bill and Gilbert. Mervine enjoyed fishing, camping and gambling. He worked for St. Mary Corwin in the maintenance department for 30 years as well as for Titan Security. He leaves to Cherish his memory, wife of 67 years Carrie (Sawa) LeFebre, children Johnny LeFebre...

John Ralph Vialpando, 85, passed away on May 13, 2018. He was affectionately known as “Juan” to his family and friends he was born on December 8, 1932 in Trinidad Colorado, to proud parents Floyd and Carmen Vialpando both preceded him in death along with his stepmother Martha Vialpando, in laws Raymond and Beatrice Lopez, son Patrick Vialpando; brother Gilbert Vialpando, grandson Marty Ayala, great granddaughter Alainy Shumard, nephew Sonny...

Danny Ray Farmer Jr., 40, passed away May 12, 2018. He was born Sept. 6, 1977 to Danny L. Farmer Sr. & Rose Avalos Farmer. He is preceded in death by his father, Danny L. Farmer Sr.; aunt, Maryann Trujillo; cousin, Janet Trujillo. He was a Central Wildcat. He enjoyed working on cars, motorcycles, tattoos, and music. He was a prankster, loved to make others smile and laugh. He was such a hard worker, and was an expert in floor covering. He always gave a helping...

Filbert A. Baca, 78, passed away on May 8, 2018 in Pueblo, CO. He was born in Springer, NM. to the union of Armarante and Selena (Cruz) Baca who both precede him in death, along with his sons, Joe and Richard Sisneros. Filbert enjoyed going to the dog track, watching football and being with his family. He leaves to cherish his memory; his wife, Tomasita (Duran) Baca; daughters; Betty (Markus) Vigil, Pearl Sisneros, Corrine (Rudy) Martinez, Mary, Dorothy, 7 grandchildren, 14 great...

Michael Joseph Martinez, 22, passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2018. He is preceded in death by his father David J. Martinez, survived by his mother Cindy Chacon; sisters, Candice, Alexis, Susie, Christine; brothers, George, Julian, Anthony, Jerimiah, Tino, Felipe and Miko, a host of other relatives and friends who loved him and will miss him. Michael loved to draw, ride bikes, skateboard and listen to music. He was gifted with a great sense of humor, beautiful...

Jimmie Earl Ranson 89, affectionately known as “Coach” called his final play on May 6, 2018. He was born June 7, 1928 in Florence, CO to the union of Foster Wilson and Marian (Harris) Ranson both precede him in death along with brothers, Ken and Foster Ranson; sister, Nellie Covington; and son-in-law Gene Skubal. He went to Colorado A&M (now CSU-Fort Collins), graduating in 1950 after playing...

Floyd E Vigil "Chato", 88, passed away April 30, 2018. He was born May 24, 1929 in Costilla, NM to Jose and Sinforosa (Cordova) Vigil who both precede him in death. Along with his two brothers, Paul and Felix Vigil, former wife, Angelina Martinez and son in law; Fidel Gonzales. Floyd served in the United States Army and was a...