Obituaries

Nancy C. Wertz

Nancy C. Wertz

Nancy C. Wertz

was born on April 17, 1936 in Oshkosh, WI to William H. Behnke and Helen L.(Sawicki) Behnke. She grew up on a farm, and used to milk cows before heading to school. Later in her school years they had moved into Oshkosh and she would stop to visit relatives after school.
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Christopher Alan Bush

After a lengthy battle with cancer, Christopher Alan Bush, 67, of Colorado City, Colorado passed away on Jan. 6, 2025. Chris was born in Boulder, Colorado August 6, 1957 and spent his early school years there.
Joann Yvonne Gann

Joann Yvonne Gann

Joann Yvonne Gann

Joann Yvonne Gann, 94, of Rye, Colorado passed away July 13, 2024, at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo. Joann was born on July 4, 1930, in Wray, Colorado, the daughter of Kenneth Lee and Mildred Shanlep Rounds.
Helen Lou Monter

Helen Lou Monter

Helen Lou Monter,

Colorado native,86, a long-term resident of the San Luis and Greenhorn Valleys, passed Thursday, November 16, 2023, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, following a stroke.
Sandra “Sandi” Jean Schulz,

Sandra “Sandi” Jean Schulz,

Sandra “Sandi” Jean Schulz,

Sandra “Sandi” Jean Schulz, 76, of Greeley, Colorado passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at her home. She was born February 19, 1948 to Glen and Dorthea (Ward) McKinsey in New Castle, Indiana. In 1951 the family moved to Rye, Colorado where Sandi grew up.
Carolyn Marie Roley,

Carolyn Marie Roley,

Carolyn Marie Roley,

Carolyn Marie Roley, 87, of Rye, Colorado, passed away on June 2, 2024. Carolyn was born on March 14, 1937 in Pueblo, CO to William and Nellie Roley.
Steven Eugene Fritz,

Steven Eugene Fritz,

Steven Eugene Fritz,

On April 11, 2024Steven Eugene Fritz, aged 74, of Rye, Colorado passed away from complications due to hip surgery.

Cathy E. Simpson

Graveside Memorial Service for long time Rye resident will be held Friday, June 14th, 1:00 p.m. at Brookside Cemetery
Gale Valois

Gale Valois

Gale Valois

81, passed from this world on April 26th, 2024. Her departure leaves behind cherished memories and an immeasurable legacy of love and kindness. Gale lived a life rich in passion and adventure, touching the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
David Lance Wade

David Lance Wade

David Lance Wade

It is with profound sorrow that our familyannounces the passing of on April 21, 2024. Dave was a remarkable man whose life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and unwavering love. Dave was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend. Dave’s journey began in Pueblo, Colorado.