All Obituaries

Melissa Ann Esquibel, 47 of Pueblo CO, went to be with the Lord on November 29, 2020. She was born on March 19, 1973 and preceded in death by her Father Lloyd Esquibel, brother Lloyd Louis Esquibel. She is survived by her loving mother Vera Esquibel, sister Bernie Esquibel-Tennant (Gregory Tennant), nieces and nephews Sylvia and Elaine Tennant, Kyle, Nikki, Daniel of New Mexico, Mark and Michelle of Alaska. She also had several great nieces and nephews, who she loved very much. Melissa has...

Frederick Lawrence Montoya Sr, 69, passed away November 29, 2020, virtually surrounded by his loving family.  He was born September 12, 1951 and raised by his amazing (grand)parents, Andres & Rita (Gallegos) Montoya, both preceded him in death along with the love of his life and wife of 49 years, Gloria Dorothy (Gutierrez)Montoya, his sisters Rita & Maxine, brothers Johnny & Don.  Fred graduated from Centennial High School and received his Electronics Assembler...

Lilian Irene Therésé Armijo Montez, 83, born December 11, 1936, in Avondale, was called home to be with Jesus at 12:02 a.m. Thursday, November 26, 2020.  Lil is preceded in death by her one and only love Isaac Montez, they were married 66 years ago on Thanksgiving and are now dancing together in Heaven; her parents Joe Z. and Cora (Autobee) Armijo, brother Donald “Red” Armijo, nephew Donnie Armijo Jr, son-in-law Steve “Beef” Benavidez, father and...

Joe R. Robles, 69, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 26, 2020 in Pueblo, CO. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Loretta Robles. He is survived by his children, Heather (David) Atencio and Joseph (Cindy) Robles; Grandchildren Adam Sanchez, Collin and Rilee Robles, and Alex Atencio; and brother Rocky (Lydia) Robles. Joe enjoyed golfing with his buddies in both CA and CO, following the Los Angeles Dodgers, and spending time with family and friends. A memorial service...

Isaiah Rivera Najera, 23, of Pueblo unexpectedly went to be with the Lord November 17, 2020. He is preceded in death by his great grandparents; grandfathers Reymundo “dad” Najera and Edwin Rivera; cousins Rose Duran and Clinton Jordan. Isaiah is survived by his parents Miriam Rivera (Mike) and Aaron Najera (Joni); daughter Angeliyah Najera; Fiancé Alyssa Romero; siblings, Audrina (Ron) Najera, Reymundo (Tednessa) Najera, Romeo Najera, Kendra and Michael...

Rose Marie Santos, 72, passed away Nov. 20, 2020.  She was born July 23, 1948 in San Pablo, CO to Ralph and Theresa Esquibel who preceded her in death along with; sister, Susie Esquibel. Rose retired from Pueblo County. She was an outstanding Board Member for Crime Stoppers. A former member of Pueblo Mariachi Group. A volunteer at Sangre de Cristo Art Center, and nominated volunteer of the year. She was a devout Catholic, active in many ministries. Rose was a beloved wife, devoted...

Lewis Joseph Barela, Sr. 53, passed away Nov. 25, 2020. A lifetime Puebloan he was born Feb. 13, 1967. He is preceded in death by his father, Patrick Barela. Lewis had his degree in Machining from PCC. He enjoyed taking drives through the mountains. He also loved to watch football with his family. His time spent with his family was very important to him. Lewis leaves to cherish his memory; mother, Mary (Duran) Barela; son, Lewis Joseph Barela Jr.; siblings, Christopher Barela and Rachel...

Samantha Gene Rodrigues, affectionately known as “SamRod”, 32, of Pueblo, Colorado, passed away on November 24, 2020.  She was born on January 15, 1988. Sam leaves to cherish her memory…her greatest blessing; her son, Zaine; her parents, Dino Rodrigues and Terri DiVivo Rodrigues; her sister and best friend, Ali Rodrigues; the family dog “Bean”; two very special grandmas, Betty DiVivo and Vera Rodrigues; a very special Auntie Sherry; and countless loving...

Teodoro B. "Ted" Duran, 77, passed away Nov. 24, 2020.  He was born June 16, 1943 in Del Norte, CO to Ricardo and Felonise (Medina) Duran both precede him in death along with stepmother, Rafelita Duran; partner, Ron Wilcox; siblings, Clorinda Torres, Phil Duran, Gloria and Joe Torres; nieces, Helen Valdez and Eileen Torres. Tio Tito was a very tidy and meticulous man. He enjoyed doing tile work and helping anyone in need. He was a collector of Indian and...

Raymond R. Sisneros, 71, passed away Nov. 14, 2020 a lifetime Puebloan he was born Aug. 25, 1949 to Nick and Consuelo (Aragon) Sisneros both precede him death, along with his beloved wife of 45 years, Marian C. (Medina) Sisneros. Raymond served in the United States Army and was a proud Veteran. He ran the VFW Post #61. Ray retired from the CF&I with 35 years of service. He was an avid bowler, loved going fishing and going with his family to the Rockies games, watching the Broncos and his...