Celebrating Lives Well-Lived
At Heart of the Rockies Radio, we honor the lives of community members who have passed. Our Obituaries page provides a space to remember and celebrate the contributions of family, friends and neighbors, ensuring that their stories are shared and cherished. We invite you to read these tributes and join us in commemorating the individuals who have shaped our community.
Wylie Hubbard Ewing April 2, 1936 ~ October 2, 2025
Wylie Ewing peacefully passed away October 2, 2025. He was born April 2, 1936 in Wheeling,WV to Elizabeth and Wylie Ewing. He attended school in...
Michael L Argys Obituary November 12, 1953 ~ September 23, 2025
Michael Louis Argys of Salida, died peacefully at home September 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born on November 12, 1953 to...
Michael George Wells Obituary October 8, 1953 ~ September 7, 2025
Michael George Wells passed away on Sept. 7, 2025, at his home in Buena Vista, CO. Mike was born on Oct. 8, 1953, in Denver, CO, to Challen (Chuck)...
Jason Keith Bessant Obituary April 2, 1974 ~ August 17, 2025
Jason Keith Bessant, 51, of Parker, Colorado passed away doing what he loved, fishing and boating on Sunday, August 17, 2025. He was raised on...
Elaine R. Padoven September 21, 1939 ~ August 15, 2025
Elaine R. Padoven, 85, of Salida, passed away on August 15th, 2025. Elaine was born on September 21st, 1939, to Raymond Charles Atwood and Blanche...
Carl Eugene Miller October 28, 1938~August 9, 2025
Carl Miller was born in Leadville on October 28, 1938, to Carl and Ruth (Walsh) Miller. He attended St. Mary’s grade school and then attended...
John Sanchez June 16, 1933 ~ July 10, 2025
John Sanchez, 92, a long time Salida resident passed away at home on July 10, 2025. He was born on June 16, 1933, in Rodarte, New Mexico, to Levi...
Sharon “Sherree” Gail Vancil November 22, 1940 ~ July 10, 2025
Sharon (“Sherree”) Gail Vancil, 84, of Gunnison and Howard, Colorado passed peacefully on July 10, 2025. Sharon was born on November 22, 1940...
Linda Rae (Tronquet) Abeyta February 27, 1952 ~ June 23, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Linda Rae Abeyta on June 23, 2025. Linda, a cherished wife, mother, sister,...
Heidi Jane Coates April 18, 1968 – July 6, 2025
Heidi Jane Coates, 57, passed away on July 6, 2025. A beautiful, funny, and truly special soul, Heidi touched countless lives with her radiant smile...
Obituary for Alice K. Hill Sept. 16th, 1943 – July 2nd, 2025
Alice K. Hill age 81, of Saguache, CO passed away on Wednesday July 2, 2025 at the River Valley Inn in Del Norte, CO. Mrs. Hill was born...
Susan Raterman Obituary
Susan Elizabeth Raterman of Buena Vista, Colorado and lately of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on June 4th, 2025 surrounded by her children in...
