Obituaries
Johanna Diane Dunn
Jul 28, 2023
Johanna Dunn was an incredible person!!! She had a difficult childhood, but had a wonderful father to guide her after those hard times. She built a life for herself by working hard, very hard. It's important that people know she was loved very very much. She lived life to the fullest. There were many great supporters along the way, but make no...
Jay Carroll Whinnery
Jul 26, 2023
Jay Carroll Whinnery of Grand Junction, Colorado passed away on July 26th, 2023. The heartbeat of the family, Jay died at age 87 of natural causes with his wife, Joan, and daughters Jill, Jenni, and Joelle at his side.
Our dad was born on April 8, 1936 in Omaha, Nebraska to Jean and Melba Whinnery where he had an adventurous...
Jay Daryl Harris
Jul 26, 2023
Jay Daryl Harris
May 29, 1971 – July 26, 2023
Jay Harris, 52, passed away at home surrounded by love on July 26, 2023. He was a beloved Son, Father, Soul Mate and Friend. Jay was a light that shined bright his entire life.
His enthusiasm, unforgettable smile and zest for life were unmatched. Enjoying time with his family and...
Gary Keith Henderson
Jul 26, 2023
Gary K. Henderson went home to his Heavenly Father July 26, 2023 at the age of 66. Born August 8, 1956, to Howard and Agnes (Minn) Henderson. Gary was a lifelong resident of Craig, CO. He loved the beautiful wildlife and natural wonders of northwest Colorado and the surrounding area. He is remembered as a man of strong Christian...
Gerald Lee Bruckner
Jul 25, 2023
Gerald Lee Bruckner, May 28, 1968 - July 25, 2023 Gerald lived a fulfilling life as a son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather and friend. He loved spending time with his family, fishing and the outdoors. He was a truck driver and a hard working man. Gerald had a huge heart. If you needed something he would be right there...
Betty Lou Sherman
Jul 24, 2023
Musician and retired State employee:
Betty L Sherman passed away on July 24, 2023 at the age of 86 surrounded by her family.
She loved to travel and was a member of the Grand Junction Wednesday Music Club which was a joy to her.
She is survived by three children, two brothers, a sister in law and many nieces and...
Elvin George Tufly
Jul 22, 2023
Elvin George Tufly of Grand Junction passed away peacefully July 22, 2023, at the age of 84. He was born May 21, 1939, to Hollis and Jean Tufly in Steamboat Springs, CO. He grew up on several ranches around Clark, CO including the creation of Vista Verde Ranch. After graduating from Steamboat High School in 1957, he joined the...
Corban Samuel Hunter
Jul 21, 2023
Corban Samuel Hunter, 23, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 21st 2023 in Fukuoka, Japan where he was residing as a student.
Corban was born July 6th 2000, to Ryan and BethAnne Hunter of Grand Junction, CO. He was the oldest of 5 children. Corban grew up in Grand Junction, CO. He was a student of Mesa...
Elizabeth Anne Philbrook
Jul 20, 2023
Elizabeth Anne (Mimi) Philbrook, 87, of Clifton, CO, passed away July 20th, 2023 at St. Mary's Hospital - Grand Junction. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emerson (Phil) Philbrook. She is survived by her two sons Robert and Mark and spouse Sherrie, and daughter Mary Anne and spouse Jerry, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Mimi celebrated...
Morgan Hightower
Jul 19, 2023
Morgan “Moe” Hightower was born August 18, 1998 to Jim and Ami Hightower at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction. Morgan was called home on July 19th, 2023. Morgan was raised in Collbran, CO and had also lived in Arizona for a short time caring for her grandfather.
Morgan had the biggest personality. She enjoyed cracking jokes and telling...
David LeeEngle Erickson
Jul 17, 2023
David LeeEngle Erickson age 49, went to be with Jesus on July 17, 2023, peacefully in his sleep at his home in Fruita, Colorado after battling a recent illness that affected his heart and lungs.
David was born in Concord, California December 31, 1973, to father Lee and mother Margaret (Mason) Erickson of Henderson, Nevada.
David received his Bachelor's Degree...
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