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Aleen M. Carruthers
Aleen M. Carruthers, 92, of Denver, died Sept. 21, 2004.
She was born June 5, 1912, in Salida.
Mrs. Carruthers was active in civic organizations including being past president of Park People, advisory board member for the Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Institute, Medical Care and Research Foundation and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
Her favorite hobby was garden railroading and she was past president of the Denver Garden Railway Society.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas A. Carruthers.
Mrs. Carruthers is survived by three children, Edward Phillips, Sally Hooks and James Phillips; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Burial service will be at 1 p. m. Sept. 26, 2004, at Church of the Ascension, Salida.
Memorials may be made in her name to Hospice of Metro Denver, 501 S. Cherry St., Suite 700, Denver, CO 80246.
Janet L. Lynchard
Janet L. Lynchard, 41, Salida, died Sept. 19, 2004, at Hospice of Metro Denver.
She was born in Salida, June 26, 1963. She is the daughter of Roger and Delores Evans and is survived by daughters, Alyssa Lynchard, 16, Villa Grove and Ashley Lynchard, 13, Salida; Sister, Pattie (Steve) Litzenberger, Aurora; nieces, Sarah (David) Richardson, Thornton and Katie Litzenberger, Fort Collins.
Janet was known as a daughter, mother, sister and friend. She owned and operated a beauty salon, “A Cut Above,” for several years. She recently worked as a flagger for Tezak Inc.
Janet enjoyed spending time with her family and lifetime friends, Tina Vigil, Debra Ross and countless others whom she loved dearly.
She loved growing up in the beautiful Colorado Rockies, camping and horseback riding as often as possible.
She also enjoyed swimming in the Arkansas River with her girls and their friends.
There will be a Memorial Mass of the Resurrection at S. Joseph Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Sept. 24, 2004.
Cash donations for her two children can be made through Roger and Delores Evans at 501 Maxwell, Salida CO 81201.
LaFern E. Bolton
LaFern E. Bolton, 85, Buena Vista, died Sept. 19, 2004, at the home of her son in Buena Vista.
She was born in Cushing, Okla., Feb. 19, 1919, to John and Allie (Annis) Moore and married John F. (Jack) Bolton July 3, 1947.
They lived in Stillwater, Okla., while Jack completed college and moved to Colorado in 1950. They lived at Climax until 1959 when they moved to Buena Vista.
She was predeceased by her husband in 1983.
Survivors include her son, John S. (Robbie) Bolton, Buena Vista; grandson, Christopher Andrew (Genee) Bolton, Cañon City; step-grandchildren Heidi Atha, Buena Vista; Michelle Cofer, Denver and Mark Cofer, Boise, Idaho; great-grandchildren Noel and Preston Bolton of Cañon City and several step-great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Bolton is also survived by two sisters, two brothers and one sister-in-law.
She was a housewife and mother who loved music, writing, gardening and her family.
Mrs. Bolton was involved for many years as soloist for Eastern Star and as a publicist for the Veterans of Foreign Wars Women’s Auxiliary and in later years enjoyed many hours of association and friendship with the Do-Nothing Club and Domino Club.
Viewing will be from 6-8 p.m today at Runyan Mortuary in Buena Vista.
Services will be held at the Congregational Church at 217 Crossman Ave. in Buena Vista at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 22, 2004, with a viewing just before services. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Angel of Shavano Hospice.
Wayne Earl Blossom
Wayne Earl Blossom, 83, former Buena Vista and Homelake resident, died Sept. 15, 2004, at Rio Grande Hospital in Del Norte.
Mr. Wayne was born Dec. 20, 1920, in Cedaredge, to Lawrence Blossom and Margaret Wetterick.
His first wife, Ruth Rule Blossom, preceded him in death in 1992. He married his second wife, Marjorie Anna Heye Kerstiens Aug. 10, 1994, in Chaffee County.
After working for many years for the Colorado Department of Corrections in Buena Vista, Mr. Blossom retired from the department. He served in the Navy during World War II and was stationed on the U.S.S. La Porte as a second class radio technician.
Mr. Blossom retired from the Buena Vista Volunteer Fire Department after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, Moose Lodge, Order of Cantons and International Order of Odd Fellows.
He enjoyed fishing and gardening, and loved to travel. Mr. Blossom enjoyed talking about his wartime experiences.
Survivors are his wife, Marjorie Anna Kerstiens-Blossom, Buena Vista; sons, Stanley L. “Larry” Blossom, and Gary (Judy) Blossom, both of Buena Vista; Ronald (Sherri) Blossom of Rock Springs, Wyo. and Donald (Shannon) Blossom of Buena Vista; sister, Hazel (Ernie) Fry, Buena Vista; step-children Lyle (Teresa) Kerstiens, Santa Fé, N.M.; and Verna (John) Gross, Buena Vista; 10 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 6 step-grandchildren, and 4 step-great-grandchildren and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
His parents, first wife and one grandson preceded him in death.
Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Sept. 25, 2004, at the Oak Street Chapel in Buena Vista.
Interment will follow services in the Cedaredge cemetery. Contributions are suggested to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Buena Vista.
Rogers Family Mortuary of Monte Vista is in charge of the arrangements.
Abbie Sue Burns
Funeral services for Abbie Sue Burns were held at 10 a.m. Sept. 29, 2004, at Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.
Fr. Henry Grodecki CM, officiated. Organist was Tommie Hughes and soloist was Jeanne Kostelic. Musical selections were, “Old Rugged Cross” and “How Great Thou Art.”
Pallbearers were Bob Trueblood, Adam Pierce, Doug Larson, Fred Jackson, Rex Riggenbach and Leon Stanton.
Honorary Pallbearers were Britny Pierce, Matthew Trueblood, Chance Trueblood, Hank Saucke and Louie Saucke. Gail Martinez read a poem Mrs. Burns had written.
Interment followed at Fairview Cemetery.
Arrangements were with Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.
Zella M. Johnson
Zella M. Johnson, 87, Salida, died Feb. 13, 2005, at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordin E. Johnson, and 10 of her siblings.
She was born in Cleveland, Ark., to Farrier M. and Nancy “Nettie” (Knighten) Ledbetter. At a young age her family moved to Alma where she was raised until her marriage.
Mrs. Johnson is survived by her twin sister, Della Cadwallader of Quartszite, Ariz.; daughter, Margaret “Maggie” Christy of Salida and son Michael R. Johnson of Salida; grandchildren Donnie K. Christy, Salida; Dianna R. Jacobus, Hartsel; Danny W. Christy, Phoenix, Ariz.; Clint E. Johnson and Kyle R. Johnson, both of Rogers, Ark.; great-grandchildren, Derek J. Christy and Zella M. Christy, both of Salida.
Services are set for 5 p.m. Feb. 16, 2005, at the Church of Christ, at the intersection of Dodge and Teller streets.
Arrangements are with Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.
Helen M. Kaess
Helen M. Kaess, 93, a life long Salida resident, died Feb. 10, 2005, at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Kaess was born May 23, 1911, in Salida to Frank and Blanch (Collins) Albright.
Mrs. Kaess was past president of R.E.A. She was instrumental in starting the Salida chapter. She was an early member and held many offices in the Republican Central Committee in Salida.
She was a member of the Tuesday Evening Club, Columbine Club and D.A.R member.
Mrs. Kaess was an avid gardener and a member of the Salida Community Christian Church.
Mrs. Kaess was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Cecil Kaess; sister Shirley Albright and grandson Doug Kaess.
She is survived by her son, Preston (Pat) Kaess of Salida; daughters, Louise (Dave) Short of Washington and Louella (Felix) Ponte of Apache Junction, Ariz.; sister, Betty Smith; grandchildren Mary Kaess, Dave Kaess, Deedee Trenary, Tim Armstrong, Kenny Armstrong, Artie Armstrong, Steve Armstrong, Cindy Tarlip, Doug Tarlip, Pam Fitch, David Fitch, John Fitch;
Twenty-three great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, nephews Rick Smith, Kevin Smith, Kenneth Smith and Stuart Smith.
Viewing is set for 1-4 p.m. Feb. 15, 2005, at Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.
Services are set for 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2005, at Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.
Friends who desire may make memorial contributions to Salida Community Christian Church through Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.
