Obituary: Cleo Knez

July 6, 1923 – January 1, 2024

Cleo Louise Terry Knez, age 100, of Craig, Colorado, died in Meeker, Colorado on January 1, 2024. Cleo was born in Tilden, Illinois to Francis Adeline Thompson and Clarence Terry. The family moved to Mt. Harris when Cleo was 3 years old. Cleo married Antone Knez of Craig and raised their family on the Knez Ranch south of Craig. Cleo was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her husband, Antone; sisters Pat Goodman and E’Rena Hockenberry; brothers Rick and Jimmy Terry; sons Ralph, Bobby, Delbert and John. She is survived by son Tom (Helen) Knez; daughter Delores Crow (fiancé Benny Farrington); 16 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great grandchildren and one on the way. Services were held at St. Michael Catholic Church in Craig, on Saturday, January 6, 2024. Visit www.grantmortuarycraig.com to see the entire obituary of her life.

Obituary: Hilda Faye Seldomridge Ellgen

June 28, 1932 – February 21, 2024

Faye Ellgen, 91, residing at The Gables Assisted Living Memory Care in Brigham City, Utah, passed away peacefully in the early evening of February 21, 2024. Faye was the oldest of two daughters born to Doey Elbert Seldomridge and Minnie Evelyn Blake on June 28, 1932, in Craig, Colorado. Faye and her sister, Kay, enjoyed life in the small town of Craig.
Faye’s legacy of love and dedication lives on in her daughters, Jo Ann (Clair) Vernon, Jean (Robert) Willmore, Janice Ellgen, and Jill (Robert) Kinney, her 15 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Doey and Minnie Seldomridge; her dear sister Velma Kay Vroman; her son, Richard (1974); and her devoted husband of 71 years, Philip Ellgen (2022).
You can visit her Online Memorial Obituary at www.myers-mortuary.com

Myers Mortuary, 205 South 100 East, Brigham City, Utah Viewing: Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Viewing: Friday, March 8, 2024, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Funeral Service: Friday, March 8, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
Grant Mortuary, 621 Yampa Avenue, Craig, Colorado Viewing: Saturday, March 9, 2024, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Graveside service: 11:30 a.m. Craig Fairview Cemetery.

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Obituary: Carl Keith Chapman

August 1, 1940 – February 22, 2024

Carl Keith Chapman, 83, passed into eternity on Thursday, February 22, 2024, surrounded by his family at St, Mary’s Medical Center, in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Carl was born on August 1, 1940, in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, to Boyd Truman and Winifred Ola (Shults) Chapman. He was the third of four children. Older sisters Mary and Lola, Carl, and younger brother Mike spent their childhood growing up in Pagoda and Craig.
Carl learned to work and serve others at a young age, helping Bud Stehle on his farm until he was old enough to drive, where he got his first “Real” job delivering candy and cigarettes for Walco Distributing.
In 1958, Carl began working for Elmer Hutton and eventually Ray Brennise, at the Craig Conoco Station, where his lifelong career of auto service and repair would be refined.
By 1959, Carl had met and married the love of his life and wife of 64 years, Katherine Fredonne Cathey. To that union, Carl “Kim”, “Carleen” Kay, and James Boyd “J.B.” were born.
In 1976, Carl and Ron Raschke then partnered in buying and operating the Valley Chevron station, until Carl wanted to “Early Retire” in 1984. That lasted almost one year, when too many of the customers that he’d served convinced him to open Chapman’s Automotive Service Center, which is still serving the Yampa Valley today.
Carl had a love for the outdoors and whether fishing, hunting, or caring for his livestock on the family ranch, he did it with the same passion and zeal that he had for his family, friends, and all of people that he was blessed to be able to provide a lifetime of automotive service to.
Carl also valued working as hard for his community as he did for himself, serving on The Craig Rural Fire Department as Firefighter, Chief, Ambulance Operator, and as a Member of the Fire Board, spanning 33 years.
He was a board member for the Craig Chamber of Commerce, instrumental in providing a home for the Chamber and The Sportsman’s Information Center with the Colorado Division of Wildlife in the 1980’s – 1990’s. He loved encouraging business growth and encouraging people to visit the area that he was proud to be a product of.
Carl was very patriotic and proud to be a City Councilman in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s; Serving with a great team of business and community leaders, along with so many of what he called “the best city employees you could ask for.”
Carl valued the work of The Lions Club International and had many fond memories serving with the other members on the Lions Club Food Trailer, raising money to help others.
He was also a member of the Craig 1st Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, where he found his spiritual growth.
Carl is survived by his wife, Fredonne. Children, Kim (Conna) of Monroe, UT; Carleen (Pete) of Craig, and J.B. (Paula) also of Craig. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. As well as his brother Mike (Sharon), Brother-in-law Dean (Maggie) Cathey and sister-in-law Carolyn (Dean) Eaton, along with many nieces, nephews, and their families.
Carl was preceded in death by his father Boyd, mother Winnie (Grannie), sisters Mary and Lola, niece Janine Stehle-Doehling, nephew David Cathey, great granddaughter Kwynn Allen, and in-laws Carroll and Betty Cathey.
Carl’s Celebration of Life Services are being held on March 1, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Craig.
Due to Carl’s love for youth and American agriculture, the family would encourage that any memorial donations go to the Moffat County 4-H and/or Moffat County FFA Programs.

Obituary: Paul George Duzenack

January 23, 1940 – February 17, 2024

Paul George Duzenack, age 84, passed on February 17th, 2023 surrounded by his loving family following an extended illness. Mr. Paul Duzenack was born January 23rd, 1940 in Walsenburg, Colorado and was the son of George and Effie Duzenack.

Paul was an educator and leader in education his entire life; he touched many people’s lives in that realm. He was employed as a teacher for 17 years in Nevada, Alaska & Colorado. In 1977, he became the Principal of Breeze Elementary in Craig, Colorado as well as the Maybell, Browns Park, Dinosaur and Powder Ridge schools. Paul became the first principal of Ridgeview Elementary School in 1983 where he remained until his retirement in 1994. He brought in many innovative reading and math programs that were new at the time.
Paul was a member of the school board for many years and always dedicated to and passionate about the betterment of the education of both his students and teachers.

He was an avid car enthusiast and loved restoring and working on his old cars. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with his children. Paul moved to Mesa, Colorado in 1995. A lifelong learner, he went back to school to learn more about auto mechanics/auto painting and culinary arts. He volunteered for Meals on Wheels in the Mesa area and also at Plateau Valley Skilled Nursing Facility.

Paul was a very hardworking, loving father, grandfather, husband and a man of his word. He had a smile that was contagious and he always had a positive attitude. Paul could be easily recognized in his western attire, usually with a bolo tie and a cowboy hat. He had a generous spirit and always willing to help anyone in need. There is no doubt that Paul touched many lives throughout his years.

Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Duzenack in 1993. He is survived by his two sons, Roger Duzenack and Don Duzenack and his daughter, Peggy Kammen (Duzenack) and his second wife, Beverly Duzenack. He had four granddaughters who he loved dearly and was very proud of.

A memorial celebration of Paul’s life will be held this summer up at Powderhorn Ski Resort at a future date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to HopeWest in Plateau Valley.

Obituary: Ardith Satterwhite

July 7, 1933 – January 27, 2024

Ardith Evelyn (Jones) Satterwhite of Diamond City, AR passed away on January 27th, 2024. She was born July 7, 1933, in Winnebago, Nebraska. She was the daughter of Ernest Jones and Angie May (Dean) Jones.

Ardith enjoyed reading, looking at family photos and visiting her family. In 2014 She decided to move from Colorado to Arkansas. Moving to Arkansas she got to see so many more family members from Oklahoma and Iowa. She absolutely enjoyed every minute.

Ardith was preceded in death by her first husband Harold T Ruggles who was killed in action in Korea. Ardith then married Lloyd Satterwhite, Lloyd passed away on March 4, 1999.

She is also predeceased by her parents her sister Frances (Merlin)Tucker, her brothers Earl, Ronald and Darrell Jones. Her grandson Jacob Lloyd Satterwhite and great granddaughter Hailey Satterwhite. She is survived by her sister Marilyn (Jeannie) Eyers and Sharon (Francis) Sullivan. She is survived by her 6 children, Evelyn (Ruggles) Council of Diamond City, AR, Katherine(Kate) (Jeff) LeWarne of Craig Colorado, Laurel Jenkins of Iowa, Lloyd (Pam) of Carroll Iowa, Robert (Peggy) of Diamond City, AR and David (Sharla) of Craig Colorado.

Ardith had 6 children, 17 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. We will hold a celebration of life later this year in Dakota City, Nebraska where she will be laid to rest.

Obituary: Rusena “Rusty” Faye Ellis Cobb

March 4, 1936 – February 1, 2024

Rusena “Rusty” Faye Ellis Cobb passed away peacefully on February 1, 2024, with her devoted husband and family by her side.

She was born on March 4, 1936 to Russell & Zelma (Zimmerman) Ellis in Craig, Colorado.

Rusty graduated from Little Snake River Valley High School in 1954 and married her high school sweetheart, John “Tom” Cobb on October 16, 1955.

Tom and Rusty settled down in Savery, where they built their life together as ranchers and raised three children, Christy, Cindy and Jack.

Rusty had a true passion for serving her community. In addition to her work with the 4-H and FFA groups and various local boards, she was a longtime champion of the Little Snake River Museum.

During their 68 years together, Rusty and Tom welcomed children, grand-children and great-grandchildren, all of whom deeply loved Rusty and will greatly miss her.

Rusty was preceded in death by her parents Russell & Zelma Ellis, sister Claudia Herold, brothers Dale and Donald Ellis, and daughter, Christy Stocks.

She is survived by her husband Tom Cobb, sister Marilyn Gilroy; children Cindy Cobb and Jack (Diana) Cobb; grandchildren Bo (Kristen) Stocks, Kody (Codey) Stocks, Stacy (Brandon) Perry, Corby Cobb, Brice Reid, Ashley (Aaron) Dishman, Jacquelyn (Chet) Harvey, Tyson (Hailey) Cobb; and great-grandchildren Kash, Kaylee, Katelyn, Kase, Colt, Cooper, Nike, Keegan, Ellie, Kyson, Izzy, Stratton and Rosaleigh.

A memorial service will be held February 12 at 1 p.m. at the Valley Community Center in Baggs with a graveside service to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Christy Stocks Community Fund at PO Box 105, Dixon, WY 82323.

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Obituary: John Hogue

November 20, 1955 – January 6, 2024

John Martin Hogue, 68, of Craig, Colorado, died in Grand Junction, Colorado on January 6th, 2024. John was born in Steamboat Springs, Colorado on November 20th, 1955 to Charles Edward Hogue and Margaret Elizabeth Hogue. In his youthful days John played Cowboy’s and Indian’s horseback with his siblings in the tree line on the banks of the Yampa River and later worked the fields all summer long on his family’s long-time ranch. John graduated from high school in Cañon City, Colorado at The Abbey Boy’s School. John was preceded in death by his parents, Charles & Margaret; as well as his sister Mary Elizabeth. He is survived by his siblings: Chuck, Frank (Florance), and Mike (Maureen) as well as his children, Jessica Janeane Hogue & Justin Gary Hogue and their mother, Danita Gail Hogue.
A celebration of life will be held at Routt County Fair Exhibit Hall in Hayden, Colorado at noon on February 24th, 2024. In lieu of flowers please send the family cards filled with your favorite John stories if you are unable to attend his service.

Obituary: Jessie Ila Cramer

May 1, 1975 – January 27, 2024

Jessie Ila Cramer, age 48, of Craig, Colorado passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at her home. A celebration of Jessie’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at The Journey at First Baptist Church in Craig.
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