8/14/1931 - 7/14/2025Rosalee Eleanor Hiner of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on July 14, 2025, in Grand Junction. She was 93 years of age.Rosalee was born on August 14, 1931, in Collbran, Colorado, to Clyde and Zorabell Pettigrew . She spent her childhood in Collbran and Grand Junction. She graduated from Central High School in 1949. She was married to William Vernon Hiner on June 11, 1950, at the Grand Junction Courthouse. Sadly, William preceded her in death in 1994. She lived in Grand Junction for most of her life. Rosalee is survived by her two sons, Russell Hiner and Clyde Hiner, both of Grand Junction, Colorado; and three sisters, Roberta Hatcher, Diana Blair, and Kathy Livingston, each of Grand Junction. She was preceded in death by her husband; William Hiner; her parents; her brother, David Pettigrew; and three of her sisters, Pat Rush, Dortha Crain, and Ellen Ford. Rosalee's main occupations in life were home maker and Cowgirl. She loved her family, horses, dogs, rock and driftwood collecting. A private family viewing will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, between 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. The funeral service will be held at Martin Mortuary located at 550 North Avenue, Grand Junction, Colorado, on August 6, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. A graveside service wll follow the funeral service at Orchard Mesa Cemetery located at 2620 Legacy Way, Grand Junction, CO 81503.

Mack Starnes, 92 of Grand Junction, CO, passed away on July 16, 2025 at HopeWest Hospice Care Center in Grand Junction, CO. Arrangements are in the care of Brown's Cremation and Funeral Service in Grand Junction, CO. Services will be held July 30th, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Gospel Ministries Center in Grand Junction. Military Honors and interment will take place at 1 p.m. at Veteran's Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado.

October 08, 1985 - July 10, 2025Chelsea June Butters was born on October 8th, 1985 to Steve and Kathy Butters. She was a beautiful baby and was so loved by her family and by her big sister Cody who thought that Chelsea belonged to her. Later the family was completed with Chelsea's little sister Kaselyn coming along in October of 1989.Chelsea was raised on her family farm her whole life. Those that knew her, know how much she loved her home. She loved her animals, her room where she kept all her unique and creative artwork and the land that raised her. Chelsea's childhood wasn't always easy as she lost her mother when she was only 13 years old. Steve (our dad) really came to the rescue- raising his three girls as the mother and the father in their lives. The teenage years were full of snowboarding adventures, parties at the farm, late night foosball games, car shows, a little bit of trouble but also a whole lot of laughs. Chelsea and Cole Waggoner got together just shortly after Chelsea graduated and after a few years of dating, they were blessed with their daughter June Marie Waggoner. Chelsea was a wonderful mother to her daughter. She always made homemade meals, grew a garden from seed and kept a cozy home. Chelsea and June were inseparable. They enjoyed doing artwork and pinstriping and taking care of their little farm- chickens, kitties, tortoise, and just recently two ducks that she always wanted, ever since she was a kid. The day we lost Chelsea, was devastating to say the least. She was only 39 years old and her life was cut too short. We all pray that she is no longer in pain and is her most beautiful self and will look out for us until we can all be together again. We miss you Chelsea June- we love you with all our hearts and our lives will never be the same without you. Survived by: June Waggoner (Daughter 15 yrs old), Steve Butters (Father 72 years old), Cody Butters Lewis (Sister 44 yrs old), Kaselyn Butters (Sister 35 yrs old), Aunt Lenny, Uncle Jim, Cousin Liz Proceeded in Death- Dee and Betty Lou Butters (Grandpa and Grandma)- Kirk and June Kaatz (Grandpa and Grandma) Kathy Butters (Mom), Tom Butters (Uncle) Susan Butters (Aunt).

January 14, 1942 - July 13, 2025Life's journey on earth came to an end for Elaine Maria Nelson who passed away July 13, 2025 in Montrose, Colorado.Elaine was born in Glendive, Montana on January 14, 1942 to Norvald and Myrtle Nelson, the only daughter in addition to five sons. When she was 9 years old, the family moved to Pomona, California. As an adult, she moved and lived in several cities in California, Colorado, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Elaine retired in 2003 after being employed 41 years in various administrative positions for companies located in California, Colorado and Kentucky. After retirement, she enjoyed traveling to and spending time with her family, and also traveling to places near and far that appealed to her. When she was home, she enjoyed doing craft work and pursuing ancestral research. Most of all, she cherished the time with her family. She was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church and was active in the local Sons of Norway Lodge. She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Ricky Magub, and her brothers Norman Nelson, LeRoy Nelson, Duane Nelson, Dennis Nelson, and Melvyn Nelson. Elaine is survived by her daughter Laura (Bill) Albright of Olathe, CO; son Ken (Joy) Neu of San Ramon, CA, and son Jim (Tory) Neu of Glenwood Springs, CO. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Robby Wright (Phoenix, AZ), Anya Albright (Salt Lake City, UT), Donovan and Kristina Neu (San Ramon, CA) great-grandchildren Laura and Drake Wright (Phoenix, AZ), Ryder and Hadley Pinnock (Idaho Falls, ID), and great-great grandchild Oakley Wright (Crawfordsville, IN). She had many friends that will miss her dearly, especially the Derby Drive Whine Time Group and the Sons of Norway Lodge. The family would like to thank Hopewest Hospice for their exceptional care and extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at Montage Creek Assisted Living who cared so much for Elaine during her time there. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

12/3/1925 - 7/12/2025Kent Hall Riddle was born in Paradox, Colorado, to Andrew and Eva Riddle on December 3, 1925. He and his siblings grew up on the ranch in Paradox with summers spent on the Monte LaSalle mountains where the cattle summered and game was plentiful.Following graduation from Nucla High School, Kent joined the Army Air Corp on his 18th birthday. He served in the Army Air Corp Cadet Program in Toledo, Ohio where he received his pilot's wings. He taught recruits to fly the B-25 Mitchell Bomber until his honorable discharge in 1945. Kent received BS in Animal Science from Colorado State University in 1950. During college, Kent met Ruth Rhine on a blind date. They were married in 1951 and had three children, Neil, Vernon and Karen. Kent enjoyed his 7 Grands, 12 Greats, and 5 Great-Great-Grandchildren immensely. Kent's passion was working with animal genetics. He was employed by CSU as superintendent of the Fort Lewis A&M Hereford Breeding Experimental Program where he enjoyed research and testing for the genetics breeding program. He bought a farm in Whitewater, Colorado and developed a very productive herd of registered Herefords with the help of his son, Vernon and daughter-in-law, Connie. He was selected as the Colorado Hereford Breeder of the year in 1992. Kent served as Vice President and Manager of the Rifle Production Credit Association (PCA) in Craig, Colorado and in the Grand Junction PCA office. Upon retiring from PCA, he continued as a hobby rancher in Whitewater with a few highly productive cattle. Kent and Ruth fully retired in 1999 and supported their children and grandchildren in school, sports, 4-H and any other activities; always enjoying family activities. Kent died peacefully July 12, 2025. A viewing will be held at 4:00 p.m. on July 30, 2025, at Martin Mortuary, and funeral services will be held at Martin Mortuary on July 31st at 11:00 a.m. followed by military honors at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.

11/6/1938 - 7/11/2025Melvin Clyde Heinecke, Sr., of Fruita, passed away on July 11, 2025, at the HopeWest Hospice Care Center. He was 86.Mel was born on November 6, 1938, in Gunnison, Colorado, to Elbert and Mary (Harding) Heinecke. He spent his childhood in the Grand Valley and attended Central High School in Grand Junction. In 1956, Mel enlisted in the US Army and was stationed in Fort Hood, Texas. After leaving the Army he returned to the Grand Valley and became a licensed contractor. He attended Northeast Christian Church and was a lifelong resident of Colorado. In his free time, Mel enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and loved classic cars. Mel is survived by his son, Merv Heinecke; daughters, Sherri Kemis, Christi Flynn, Dana Blade, and Marcie Turner; 13 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Friday, July 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., at Grand Junction Memorial Gardens.

12/20/1934 – 07/09/2025 Harriett Ann Zepf was born on 12/20/1934 in St. Louis, MO., to Harry and Jennie Zepf. She passed away on 07/09/2025 in Rifle, Co. at the Colorado Veterans Community Living Center. Mom was raised in St. Louis, attended Northwestern University in Chicago, and eventually found her way to Denver. She met and married Richard Clothier there, and they were together for 48 years, until his passing in 2010. Mom’s greatest love after family was travel. For years, the family toured the Western U.S. with their beloved Wheel Camper, covering Texas to Montana, and Colorado to California. Later on, as a mother of an airline employee, first with Dad and later solo, she took full advantage of her travel benefits. They even made it as far as St. Petersburg, Russia. Mom would describe herself as frugal and feisty. It was the feistiness that endeared her to most that knew her. She loved her coffee and cocktails, especially a good Manhattan. If you made it with Irish whiskey, she would call it a “Dubliner”. Mom is preceded in death by her husband Richard, one son Timothy, and her sister Doris Babbitt. Mom is survived by another son Edward, daughter in-law Sabrina and her family, grandson Timothy Jr. and his family. Words are not enough to thank Colorado VCLC for the care given to Mom in her final days. Donations may be made in her name to Episcopal Relief and Development. A service will be held at the (Episcopal) Church of the Nativity, 2175 Broadway, in the Redlands on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 @10:00am.

April 22, 1948 - July 8, 2025Ronald Denzil Wride, born April 22, 1948, in Payson, Utah, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, at the VA Hospital with his family by his side. A Navy corpsman and Vietnam veteran, Ron became Grand Junction's first Physician's Assistant, working alongside Dr. Kenneth Matchett. He is survived by his children, siblings, grandchildren and many who loved him. Preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Jim Black, and nephews John and Jeff Black. A military service will be held July 25 at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2830 Riverside Parkway.

7/23/1947 - 6/7/2025Marshall A. Martin passed away on June 7th, 2025, after a decades-long battle with heart disease. He was known to his friends and family as a loyal companion, a passionate learner, an engaging character, and an articulate, tireless conversationalist. Marshall never shied away from even the most challenging topics, always eager to share his compelling knowledge—whether you asked for it or not! Marshall met his wife, Nancy Angle, at the Colorado School of Mines, where Nancy was teaching and Marshall was pursuing his doctorate. They married in 1984 and later moved to Southern California, where Marshall worked as a petroleum engineer for Chevron and Nancy taught mathematics at Cerritos College. Marshall later transitioned to a new career as a high-end woodworking tool retailer and, eventually, a talented fine-finish wood craftsman. In 2000, they relocated to Grand Junction, where both later retired. Marshall and Nancy were a fun couple and were always good for polite conversation and many laughs. Nancy passed away in 2022, and Marshall continued to reside in Grand Junction until his passing. Marshall was an active volunteer in the community, contributing his time to organizations such as Homeward Bound, Catholic Outreach, Days of Action and the Mesa County Democrats. He was a passionate advocate for healthcare access and equity and followed politics like a hawk. Marshall was also an enthusiastic sports fan, especially devoted to the Denver Nuggets and Broncos. He is survived by his brother, Paul, of California; his sister, Dorothy, of Ottawa, Canada; and his stepchildren: Mike (Elene) Hubka, Tim (Cathy) Hubka, Steve Hubka, and Sharon (Dave) MacGregor. Marshall also leaves behind four nephews. A remembrance gathering for friends will be held in Grand Junction on Friday, July 25th from 11:30-1:00pm at the Grand Junction Events Center, 2400 Consistory Ct, Grand Junction, CO 81501. The family thanks all who supported Marshall through his health challenges in recent years. Donations in memory of Marshall may be made to The Catholic Outreach or Homeward Bound of Grand Junction.

7/1/1945 - 7/7/2025Gary was born in Hamtramck, Michigan to Dorothy and Joe Dorosz on July 1, 1945, and passed away in Grand Junction, Colorado on July 7, 2025. Gary was the oldest of six children with half-siblings: Jim, Anna, Marty, Dante, and Phil. Gary graduated from Hazel Park High School and went on to graduate from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in secondary education. Gary worked from driving a truck for Kinnie Annex to operations manager of Kilsby Roberts and Timberline Steel, back to a truck driver for Long Trucking Gary loved reading, cooking, gardening, canning, and talking with people. He is survived by his wife, Cathy, and two sons, Jason and Mark. Donations to Kid's Aid Backpack Program at 2978 Gunnison Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81504 would be appreciated. Services are being handled by Callahan Edfast Funeral Home. Mass and final resting will be at Sacred Heart Church, 1210 17-1/2 Road, Fruita, CO on Saturday, July 19, 2025, with 9:30 Rosary, 10:30 Mass, 11:30 Interment, and 12:00 meal at the church. All are welcome to attend.

Jayden Anthony LeMarr, 22 of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on June 24, 2025 at his residence in Grand Junction. Arrangements are in the care of Snyder Memorials and Funeral Home in Grand Junction, CO.

Margaret Ferrante, 85 of Fruita, Colorado, passed away on June 30, 2025 at Eagle Ridge Acute Care in Grand Junction, CO. Memorial Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Fruita on the 25th of July at 10:30am.