Obituaries

Steven "Steve" Schmer

Steven "Steve" Schmer

May 10, 2025

It is with extreme sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Steven “Steve” Michael Schmer on May 10th, 2025. Steve was only 56 years old, way too young. Steve was born on March, 26th 1969 in Fort Collins, CO and resided in Windsor, CO for the past 27 years.

Steve is a Rocky Mountain High School graduate and attended Colorado State...

Rita Medina

Rita Medina

May 9, 2025

On May 9, 2025, Rita Mayo Medina (nee Martinez) embarked on a journey to join her heavenly family in her “forever home.” Surrounded by her loving family, including her husband, Mitch; her two sons and two daughters, Rita was embraced in the loving arms of the Creator.



Rita Medina was born on May 27, 1935, in Gunnison, Colorado, to Rose and...

Susan Robbins

Susan Robbins

May 8, 2025

Susan B. Robbins (1946–2025)

 Scientist, seeker, mother, friend 

Susan B. Robbins, Ph.D., a pioneering molecular biologist, devoted mother, and lifelong advocate for communal living and scientific inquiry, passed away in Fort Collins, Colorado, after a long and courageous struggle with cancer. She was 78. 

Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Susan’s early fascination with biology was encouraged by her parents—her father, a mechanical...

Mary Donnel

Mary Donnel

Apr 26, 2025

Mary Donnel, a vibrant and cherished member of her community, passed away on April 26, 2025, in Loveland, Colorado, just two days after her 88th birthday. Born on April 24, 1937, in Fort Collins, Colorado, Mary remained deeply connected to her roots and the community that shaped her character.

Mary’s early education began at Boxelder Elementary School, where she showed an...

Joseph Bisceglia

Joseph Bisceglia

Apr 22, 2025

Joseph John Bisceglia, a servant of the Lord, was born and raised in Harrison NY. He graduated from Harrison High School, Fork Union Military Academy Prep School in Virginia, and earned his Animal Science degree at Southern University of New York at Farmingdale Long Island. Joe met the love of his life, Dale Swantek, and they were married July 24th...

Audrey Thistle

Audrey Thistle

Apr 19, 2025

Audrey Mary Thistle (nee Bilton) was born in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England, to Leslie and Cissie Bilton on November 24, 1937. She passed away peacefully in Windsor, Colorado, on April 19, 2025, at the age of 87, after a life well-lived across many countries.

At 18, Audrey joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in England this is what brought Audrey to Canada...

Rodney Van Velson

Rodney Van Velson

Apr 17, 2025

RODNEY CHARLES VAN VELSON

August 13, 1940 - April 17, 2025

Rodney Charles Van Velson, 84, of Windsor, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025. He was born on August 13, 1940, in Brule, Nebraska, the first born of Bud and Osie Van Velson.

Rod grew up on the family farm in Nebraska with his three younger brothers. He often fondly recalled his...

Fred W Coffey

Fred W Coffey

Apr 7, 2025

Fred William Coffey was born to Roy and Lydia (Houser) Coffey on December 28,1926 in his parent’s farmhouse in Burwell, NE. When he was about 2 years old, his parents moved back to the Columbus, NE area, where they had originated, then later they moved closer to Duncan, NE and this became the permanent family farm. He grew up in...

Paula Hinojosa

Paula Hinojosa

Mar 27, 2025

Paula Rios Hinojosa, 85, of Windsor Colorado passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 27, 2025.

She was born September 15, 1939 to Pedro and Guadalupe (Sanchez) Rios. She enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking, canning, dancing, and making trips up to Central City to play the nickel slots. She was an avid Denver Bronco fan and enjoyed watching...