Lyle Claire Van Dover went home to be with Jesus on April 17, 2026 at the age of 97. He was preceded in death by his parents Hiram and Bernice Van Dover, brothers James and Ka, and his son-in-law Alex Trottier. He is survived by his wife Beverly, children Nancy, Robert (Debbie), Lisa and Edwin, as well as five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Lyle (aka “Budge”) was born in South Dakota on December 1, 1928. Growing up the son of a farmer, he helped with crops and livestock. He was a good athlete, excelling in baseball and basketball in his youth, and continued with sports, particularly golf, well into his 80s. He enjoyed teaching these sports that he loved to his children and grandchildren. Lyle joined the Air Force and served during the Korean conflict. While stationed in Albuquerque NM, he married Beverly, the love of his life. This month they would have celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary. After serving in the Air Force, he earned a BS Degree in Agricultural Business from South Dakota State. Most of his career he spent working for the BIA, most of it in Poplar MT, then in Cortez CO. After retirement, they moved to Grand Junction CO. Lyle and Beverly spent many years searching for Montana agates that he made into jewelry, playing bridge, dominos, golf, and enjoying time with their family. He made many trips over the years back to the family farm in South Dakota, where he enjoyed pheasant hunting and spending time there with extended family. He was very active in whichever church they attended over the years. Lyle served as a Deacon, Treasurer, Sunday school teacher and sang in the choir. He continued to witness over the years to many. One of his most cherished memories was a trip to the Holy Land. He truly loved serving the Lord. Memorial donations in his honor may be made to Monument Baptist Church, 486 23 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81507

Donna Burk, 84 of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on April 14, 2026 at Hope West Care Center in Grand Junction.

August 31, 1924 - April 21, 2026 Alice Miller left her earthly home on April 21, 2026, to spend eternity in her Savior's embrace. She was 101 years old.Alice Margarete Emma Johannes was born on August 31, 1924, to Fred and Emma (Bokelman) Johannes. She was the oldest of their twelve children and grew up in the Washington County area of Kansas. Alice was a baptized and confirmed member of the Lutheran Church. She attended schools in Linn and Hanover, Kansas, graduating from Hanover High School in 1942. Shortly after her high school graduation, Alice moved to Kansas City, where she became a "Rosie the Riveter" at North American Aviation, working on B-25 bombers. On December 14, 1944, she married PFC Lloyd Miller of Greenleaf, Kansas. They were married in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, where Lloyd was stationed. Less than a month later, Lloyd was deployed to the European Theater during World War II, where he served as a combat medic with a tank battalion. After Lloyd returned from overseas, they moved to Winfield, Kansas, where he attended Southwestern College. Alice worked at Walker Groceries. While there, they welcomed their daughter Jana in 1948. When Lloyd graduated, the family moved to several Kansas communities where he taught music. Their summers were spent in Manhattan, while Lloyd pursued his master's degree at Kansas State University. Lloyd taught in Logan, Axtell, and Barnes, Kansas. While living in Axtell, they welcomed their son Corky in 1953. In 1964, Lloyd accepted a call to teach at St. John's College in Winfield, Kansas. Alice worked as a cook for the college, and they lived in Winfield for several decades. Alice was active in many groups at Trinity Lutheran Church in Winfield, as well as in civic organizations, including the American Legion. Alice's daughter Jana passed away in 2005, and her husband Lloyd in 2013. Not long afterward, Alice moved to Grand Junction, Colorado, to be near her son Corky and his wife, Enid. Alice lived at Monterey Park, where she made several new friends, until declining health led her to move to Red Cliffs Care Center. Alice is survived by: Her son Corky Miller and his wife Enid, of Grand Junction, Colorado. A grandson Kyle and his wife Patty, with two great-granddaughters, Emily and Olivia, of Montrose, Colorado A grandson Jeremy and his three children, Isaac, Caleb, and Sayde, of Grand Junction, Colorado Her sisters Betsy and Kae Her brothers Larry, David, and Dan She was preceded in death by: Her husband Lloyd Miller Her daughter Jana Her sisters Vi, Lolly, and Dee Her brothers Henry, Fred, and Bob Service Information Brown's Funeral Service is in charge of cremation. A Memorial Service celebrating Alice's long life is planned for: May 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM Messiah Lutheran Church School 840 N. 11th Street, Grand Junction, CO Inurnment will take place at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Greenleaf, Kansas, at a later date. Memorials may be given to: Messiah Lutheran Church & School 840 N. 11th Street Grand Junction, CO 81501 or Trinity Lutheran Church & School 910 Mound Street Winfield, KS 67156 "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, tho he die, yet shall he live." John 11:25

Connie Coleman, 72 of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on April 27, 2026 at Mantey Heights Rehabilitation and Care Center in Grand Junction. Arrangements are in the care of Brown's Cremation and Funeral Services in Grand Junction. A memorial will be held at a later date. Online condolences at Brownscremationservice.com/obituaries/connie-coleman

04/06/1937 - 01/15/2026 Carol Jean Bryant, 88, passed on January 15th, 2026, at La Villa Grande Care center after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Carol was born April 6th, 1937, to Carl and Mabel Stowe in Hidalgo County Texas. Carol and her family moved from Texas to Grand Junction when she was around 6 years old where she would live out her life. Carol graduated from Grand Junction High School in 1955. She played the French horn in the concert and marching bands. After graduation, Carol attended college in Denver where she earned a degree as a radiology technician. Carol worked many years as a radiology technician and eventually retired from Mesa Developmental Services as case manager aid. Carol worked at the Aspen hospital where she met her first husband James (Jay) E. Prince. They had one daughter, Tammy Lynne. Carol and Jay lived in Grand Junction and Carbondale where Carol worked in a restaurant and sold Avon the old fashioned way, door to door. Jay passed away in August of 1974. After the passing of her first husband, she met Roger W. Bryant and on March 20, 1982 they were married. Through Roger, she developed a love of all things Mopar. Over the years Carol and Roger owned several classic cars. They both were involved in the founding of Mopars Unlimited of Colorado. Carol served as President, Vice President and Secretary at different times with the club. Carol was also a Denver Bronco fan and always watched the games, good season or bad. Carol will also be remembered for her love of cats and anything cat related. She always had a cat on her lap while watching classic TV shows and drag racing with Roger. She also loved and spoiled her two grandchildren, Skye and AJ. Carol is survived by her daughter, Tammy Jones of Grand Junction, Grandchildren Skye Jones of Federal Way, Washington and AJ Jones of Grand Junction Colorado. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.Carol was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Mable Stowe, a sister Joyce Stowe, her first husband James Prince, her second husband Roger Bryant, a niece Ginger Mensik and a nephew Carl Thayer. Our family would like to thank La Villa Grande Care Center and Hope West Hospice for the amazing care they gave Carol and her family while in their care. A Celebration of Life is planned for Monday, May 11th at the chapel at Canyonview Vineyard Church. The service will take place at 11:30 am with interment to follow at the Orchard Mesa Cemetery where she will be placed to rest with Roger. If you have Denver Bronco gear or Mopar gear, please feel free to wear it to the service. She would love it!

Shirley Mae Parmele strong in her faith, was a devoted military wife to her late husband Walt and lived around the world. She called Grand Junction home for 42 years and was a cherished member of Victory Life Church and the Daughters of the American Revolution. As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in dementia care, she deeply touched many lives with compassion and grace. Her absolute favorite thing to do was hang out with family, and she was a very talented seamstress from a very young age. She is survived by her daughter, two grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and three sisters. Celebration of Life will be held at Victory Life Church in Fruita Colorado May 15th, 2026 from 11am to 2pm.

Jonathan Dale Muhovich passed away April 20, 2026, at the Anschutz CU Health Center in Aurora, CO, from complications of gastric cancer. His place of residence was Grand Junction, Colorado. Jon was born in Monte Vista, CO to Llewelyn and Dorothy Muhovich on October 11, 1954. He grew up in Leadville, CO and graduated from Lake County High School. In addition to excelling in academics, he played football, baseball and basketball during those years and developed many lifelong friendships. Jon attended Colorado State University, Mesa Community College and Arizona State University. After college, Jon and his friend Bill, went on a summer long trek to Alaska. They hiked, camped fished and saw lots of wildlife and when money got tight, worked in a fish cannery. They had many adventures and Jon would talk about this amazing trip for years to come. As a young man, Jon lived in Glenwood Springs, CO and worked for a magazine and book distributing company. The sister distributing company in Fort Collins, CO was where he would meet his future wife of 40 years, Bobbi Williams. Jon and Bobbi were married May 17, 1986. Jon and Bobbi settled in Denver, CO. They soon had two wonderful sons, Anthony (1987) and Timothy (1989). The boys thrived in school and athletics. The young family enjoyed camping, fishing, going to the boys’ soccer and baseball games and spending time with extended family. In 1998, the family moved to Grand Junction. During Jon’s time in Grand Junction, Jon and Bobbi developed many friendships primarily through their sons’ local and traveling baseball teams. Jon and Bobbi’s sons were the focus of their lives. Jon enjoyed not only attending the boys games but he coached several seasons as well. In later years, Their sons went to college, and later found the loves of their lives. Jon and Bobbi were blessed with grandchildren, starting In 2019, with Zayla Grey. Jon was smitten and proclaimed he would buy her a Camaro! She and he were mutually in love and she called him, Papa Donuts. Later, in 2022, our little man, Nicolas was born. His silly sweet independent nature often reflects his Papa, Jon. In the last few years of his life, Jon and Bobbi were fortunate enough to travel abroad, visiting Italy and Greece with family, and later, Belize, Costa Rica, Canadá and the Bahamas with dear friends. Jon is survived by his wife Bobbi, his son, Tony (Amanda) his son, Tim (Derrian) two grandchildren Zayla and Nick, 3 sisters, Beth Bartel, (Kim), Ellen Jones, (Jay C), Julie Muhovich, and 2 brothers, Dave, (Nan) and Ned (Kerry), his aunt Su, his very close brother and sister in law, Jesse and Sandi Swayne and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy (2001) and Llewelyn (2014). A celebration of life service will be held at Our Saviour’s Corner of Hope, 1975 S Garrison St., Lakewood, CO 80227 on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 3pm with a light meal to follow in the fellowship hall.

April 20, 2026 Betty Fulton of Grand Junction, CO. passed away on April 20, 2026, after a self-guided and commendable battle with Neuroendocrine Cancer at the age of 79. Born in Louisiana during the summer of 1946, Betty spent her childhood there with her three siblings until her teenage years, when the family moved to Texas. She found a way to return to The Pelican State for college at LSU, and after graduation loved living in the French Quarter of New Orleans as a young professional and social worker. In these post-college years, Betty married her college sweetheart. They soon fell in love with the mountains and picked up and moved to Colorado. Originally landing in Denver, the young couple started a family with their first-born daughter before deciding to move further west to Grand Junction. Once in Grand Junction they renovated a beautiful old Victorian home and brought a son into the family. The couple separated a few years later, which led to Betty launching her second career as a trusted and caring Real Estate Agent in the Grand Valley. Her career of helping friends and clients navigate real estate transactions lasted decades and solidified her reputation as a diligent and thoughtful broker. While always prioritizing her role as a mother above all else, she invariably found the time to share her talents and lend her voice to causes she felt deeply about, especially advocating for those in need, animals to humans alike. This compassion led to the adoption and loving care of countless less-adoptable sheltered and abandoned dogs and cats. Her loving spirit led to decades of working with shelters to find, personally transport and reestablish animals into homes across Colorado. Additionally, her work with non-profits such as Partners, Gray Gourmet, The Giving Club and many others remained a continual thread throughout her life. These values and her empathy impacted and influenced those in her family and many others around her. As her own children grew into adults, "Mimi" was blessed with three grandchildren. Being a grandma was a shining pride of her later years. Her love helped raise the next generation, and the kindness and compassion she instilled will live on throughout their lives. Betty cared and nurtured her family with the grace and attention her children will never forget. The same caring and compassion will forever be remembered by the good people in her community and all the loved ones she touched over her nearly 80 years of making the world a better place. With profound empathy, selfless actions and giving that knew no limits, Betty will be remembered. Her spirit will continue to thrive in the names of her children, Shannon and Ramsey, and their families. Her story will be continued by her brother Charlie and sister Barbara. We are additionally grateful for her late brother John and parents Marion and Joe, and all the family and friends she touched. "Be kind. Be kind to others, be kind to animals, and to the people in your family and your friends. The world needs a lot more kindness, that's for sure, just for the sake of being kind. How hard is that? " - Betty Fulton, April 2026 A celebration of life reception will be held on July 25, 2026 at the Redlands Community Center from 1:30-5:00.

Samuel Swan, 73 of Grand Junction, Co, passed away on April 16, 2026 at his home in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Brett Atkinson, 64 passed away peacefully at home on April 19, 2026 in Littleton, CO. Born on May 13 1961 in Grand Junction, CO, Brett lived a life marked by intellectual curiosity, a deep love for the outdoors, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Deborah; his mother Janice Matticks (Bob); his sister Bonnie Matticks; nephews Andrew Atkinson (Mariah), Robert Matticks (Erin), and Christopher Matticks, Uncles Clifford McPherson (Jodie) and Kenneth McPherson and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by father Bob Atkinson; brother Kelly Atkinson; and sisters Lori Matticks and Anna Matticks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation or the Davis Phinney Foundation in honor of Brett's courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. Full Obituary can be seen on Legacy.com.

Larry Zarlingo, 73, passed away peacefully on April 2nd, 2026, surrounded by family. Larry was born in Glenwood Springs Colorado, and was the son of Lee Zarlingo and Filomae Zarlingo. He graduated from Grand Junction High School in 1971. Larry dedicated his life to his family, and accomplished two successful businesses. Zarlingo’s Automotive, and Zarlingo’s Golf Cars, where he showed hard work and integrity. He found his greatest peace in the outdoors, whether hunting at sunrise, fishing quiet waters, or boating with family and friends. Larry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He married his high school sweetheart, Sandy Zarlingo, in 1979, and they built a life centered on love, and family. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Sandy, and two children Andy Zarlingo and Kimberly Frigetto, along with there spouses Peter Frigetto and Natalie Zarlingo, and five grand children whom he adored. He also leaves behind his twin sister, and many nieces and nephews. Larry leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to inspire all who knew him. We invite you to join us in celebrating the life of Larry Zarlingo. Come share memories, laughter, and love as we honor a life well lived. On June 13th. 12:00pm-3:00pm at Redlands Community Center.

Clarice Ann Moore, 87 of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on April 08, 2026 at Community Hospital in Grand Junction. Arrangements are in the care of Brown's Cremation & Funeral Service in Grand Junction. Online condolences at www.brownscremationservice.com