All Obituaries

In Loving Memory Craig Dixon Galler February 1, 1955 to June 29, 2026 Craig Galler, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 29, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on February 1, 1955, in Washington, DC, Craig's life was a testament to kindness, love, and dedication, leaving a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Craig was the beloved son of Jill Kidwell and the late Jerry Galler. He is survived by his devoted wife, Sheila, with whom he ...

In Loving Memory Craig Dixon Galler February 1, 1955 to June 29, 2026 Craig Galler, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 29, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on ...

Raffaela "Ruth" Guccione Salida, CO

Raffaela Francesca (Ruth) Guccione It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Raffaela Francesca (Ruth) Guccione. She was a beloved wife, mother, Nana, and Great-Nana, who left this world peacefully at her home on June 25, 2026, after a brief illness. Raffaela was born on December 8, 1932, in the charming town of Gesuiti, Calabria, Italy. She was the cherished daughter of Francesco and Margarita DeLio. Raffaela's life was a testament to love, devotion, and ...

Raffaela Francesca (Ruth) Guccione It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Raffaela Francesca (Ruth) Guccione. She was a beloved wife, mother, Nana, and ...

Robert Backofen Salida, CO

Robert Backofen February 16, 1946 – June 16, 2026 Robert Backofen passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on February 16, 1946, in Rockville, Connecticut, Robert grew up with a strong sense of duty, honor, and service. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, carrying the values of integrity, dedication, and selflessness throughout his life. In 1970, Robert married the love of his life, Karen, and together they ...

Robert Backofen February 16, 1946 – June 16, 2026 Robert Backofen passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on February 16, 1946, in ...

Kathryn “Kay” Banning

Kathryn “Kay” V. Banning, 90, a longtime resident of Buena Vista, CO went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2026. Kay was born on June 24, 1935 in DeWitt, MI. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence “Larry”, son Chris, parents Harold and Flossie Imhoff, brothers Richard & Gerald and sister Pat. Kay is survived by her 3 daughters Susan, Judy, and Beth (Jon) and her brother, Paul. Kay moved to Buena Vista with their family in 1964. She ...

Kathryn “Kay” V. Banning, 90, a longtime resident of Buena Vista, CO went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2026. Kay was born on June 24, 1935 in DeWitt, MI. She was ...

Robert John "Bob" Goos Howard, CO

Bob was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to so many during his 77 years. He will be greatly missed by so many of us. He was a Colorado native, born in Denver and raised in Wheat Ridge by his parents Louis and Kathryn Goos. Bob attended Wheat Ridge High School and then served in the Air Force from 1969-1973 as an Avionics Instrument Systems Specialist, and spent time in both Vietnam and at Luke Air Force Base in Phoenix, AZ. Bob is survived by his ...

Bob was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to so many during his 77 years. He will be greatly missed by so many of us. He was a Colorado native, born in ...

Lucille Bolin Salida, CO

Long time Salida resident Lucille May Bolin died May 26, 2026, on her 92nd birthday. She was born in Findlay, Ohio on May 26, 1934, to Victor and Gertrude Freeman and grew up in Climax, Colorado and in the beautiful valley between Leadville and Climax. She attended Climax schools and later worked for the Climax mine general store and restaurant where she met a young miner in 1951 named Thalmage Kenneth (TK or Ken) Bolin. They fell in love, married three months later, raised their family and ...

Long time Salida resident Lucille May Bolin died May 26, 2026, on her 92nd birthday. She was born in Findlay, Ohio on May 26, 1934, to Victor and Gertrude Freeman and grew up in Climax, Colorado ...

Catherine Hayden Salida, CO

Catherine Olive Hayden, 90 years old, was a lifelong native of Salida, CO. She was born July 7, 1935, at 738 G Street to Ted and Nellie (Starbuck) Judge. She passed away on May 23, 2026, at Columbine Manor. She attended Longfellow elementary school at the age of 6, then went on to Kesner Junior High School and Salida High School where she graduated with the class of 1953. She married Don Hayden in Raton, New Mexico, October 20, 1956. This is the “place” where several of their ...

Catherine Olive Hayden, 90 years old, was a lifelong native of Salida, CO. She was born July 7, 1935, at 738 G Street to Ted and Nellie (Starbuck) Judge. She passed away on May 23, 2026, at ...

Kathy Norman Buena Vista, Colorado

Kathy Norman, 77 of Buena Vista, Colorado, passed away May 20, 2026, after a very short battle with cancer. Kathy was born in St. Charles, Illinois September 24, 1948. She came to Colorado in 1968 and started her law enforcement career in Jefferson County in 1970.. She married Randy Gordanier August 1970. She worked in law enforcement until 1975 when they started a family. In 1982, they divorced and Kathy and her children moved to Buena Vista, where she started at Buena Vista Police ...

Jeffrey Stephens Salida, CO

Born July 17, 1970 in La Junta, Colorado. He was adopted by Lloyd and Cleo Stephens. Jeff passed away May 11, 2026, surrounded by family. Jeff started his work life prior to graduating high school as a mechanic and tow truck driver at A1 Auto working for Randy McFarland. He went from there to being a fuel transport driver, still for Randy McFarland. He got interested in emergency services, driving the ambulance and reserve patrol ride alongs. He decided he wanted to become a deputy so ...

Born July 17, 1970 in La Junta, Colorado. He was adopted by Lloyd and Cleo Stephens. Jeff passed away May 11, 2026, surrounded by family. Jeff started his work life prior to graduating high ...

Dell Morfitt Moffat, CO

Dell Herschel Morfitt, age 77, of Moffat, CO passed away on May 7, 2026 at his home surrounded by family. Dell was born June 10, 1948 in Sibley, Iowa to Delmar and Mary (Thorp) Morfitt. The family moved to Paxton, Nebraska where he lived for 13 years before they moved to La Garita, CO. The family resided in La Garita for half of Dell’s senior year, then moved to Moffat, CO at the McMann Burlington Rouzer Ranch. Dell graduated from Mountain Valley High School in 1966. He spent his summers ...