Obituaries

Mark Ira Jefka, 74, passed away in his home, surrounded by his family, on January 30. Mark was born in Brooklyn, New York on Jan.17, 1950 to Samuel and Freda Jefka and spent his childhood there.

June 19, 1936 — January 24, 2024 Evelyn Eslinger was born to Harold and Della Matthies on June 19, 1936, in Burlington, Colorado,. She grew up in Burlington and went to school until the eighth grade when her parents decided to keep her home.

April 23, 1925 — January 31, 2024 Mildred Schuler passed away January 31, 2024, in Hugo, Colorado at the age of 98. Mildred Clorine (Sutton) Schuler was born April 23, 1925 to Eugene and Florence Sutton in rural Ness County, Kansas.

June 1, 1930 — February 1, 2024 Betty Lou Musick-Choat A celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Betty Lou Musick-Choat will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, February 9, 2024 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Ian Blacker of the Lamar Chri

September 22, 1923 - January 29, 2024 Ruby was the youngest of seven Children born to Amelia McCumber Moore and Lyman Arthur Moore, on a small ranch. Her Dad was a homesteader west of Pueblo.

1940 - 2024 Martha "Marty" Kientz was born on June 23, 1940 in Marshfield, Missouri, and she took her last breath on January 30, 2024. She grew up in Marshfield, along with seven siblings.

MARCH 31, 1964 – JANUARY 27, 2024 Our beloved husband and father, Mark Edward Fleetwood of Loveland, Colorado, was taken from us on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Life is fragile. Even if you are 6'4" with a big personality.

MARCH 14, 1936 – JANUARY 27, 2024 It is with heavy hearts and intense sadness that we announce the passing of our oldest brother, Vernie J. Valdez. Our family appreciates your love and patience during this time.

MAY 8, 1930 – JANUARY 25, 2024 The Reverend Doctor Wendell Keith Grout was welcomed into the arms of his Loving Savior on Thursday, January 25, 2024. He passed away peacefully, having been blessed with 93 years of life.

January 8, 1930 - January 29, 2024 Mary Ann Ostermiller, beloved sister and friend, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024 at the Good Samaritan Society Loveland Village after a brief illness.