All Entries Tagged With: "Lamar Area Hospice"
A Little Too Big for the Front Door
HVAC equipment is hauled up by crane, to the roof of the Lamar Area Hospice headquarters on West Olive Street this past Friday, May 4. This is one phase of a total reconstruction project for the headquarters, funded by donations and grants awarded to the local hospice group to overhaul the former Lamar […]
Katherine L. Millyard…April 4, 1925 – March 27, 2012
Katherine Louise Millyard passed away at Juniper Village in Lamar, Colorado on March 27, 2012. She was 86 years old and died of natural causes. Katherine was born on April 4, 1925 in Mulvane, Kansas. She was the fourth child born to George N. McElroy and Nellie Ruth Harper – McElroy. Katherine has […]
November Commissioner’s Race is Expanding
Jillane Hixson has announced her candidacy for Prowers County Commissioner, District III, challenging the Republican candidates Roger Stagner and Wendy Buxton-Andrade; for the seat currently held by Gene Milbrand. Ms. Hixson is co-owner/operator of their family farm, three miles south of Lamar, established by her parents Larry and Ethel Hixson; and has deep roots in Prowers County agriculture […]
Deborah J. “Debby” Jeffryes…September 22, 1958 – February 26, 2012
A funeral service for longtime Lamar resident, Deborah “Debby” Jeffryes, will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday March 2, 2012 at the Lamar Missionary Baptist Church in Lamar. Pastor Jack Martin will officiate the service and burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery in Lamar. Visitation for Debby will be held from 1:00 PM […]
Beulah M. Madden…December 31, 1916 – January 21, 2012
A Celebration of Life for longtime Lamar resident, Beulah M. Madden will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, January 26, 2012 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Pastor Manuel Tamez of the Lamar Life Center Foursquare Gospel Church officiating. Interment will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Visitation for Mrs. Madden will be held on Wednesday, January […]
June L. Tucker…July 23, 1928 – January 20, 2012-Revised Schedule
This Announcement Contains Updated Information Regarding Times: A Celebration of Life for lifelong Lamar resident, June L. Tucker will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ian Blacker officiating. Interment will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Visitation for June will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 from […]
Delbert E. “Doc” Pearson…February 5, 1939 – January 15, 2012
Lamar resident and local business man, Delbert E. “Doc” Pearson passed away on January 15, 2012 at his home in Lamar with his family by his side. He was 72. Per Doc’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Doc was born on February 5, 1939 at Alamosa, Colorado to […]
William “Biff” Harrel…February 28, 1927 – January 14, 2012
A memorial service for Lamar resident William “Biff” Harral will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday January 18, 2012 at Calvary Baptist Church in Lamar, Colorado. Rev. Jeff Alexander will officiate. Fraternal ritual services under the auspices of Lamar Elk’s Lodge #1319 will also be done at the church service. A family graveside in-urnment […]
Marcelino D. “Billy” Venegas…June 2, 1943 – January 12, 2012
A Mass of Christian burial for longtime Hartman resident, Marcelino D. “Billy” Venegas, will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at the St. Frances de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Lamar with Reverend Charlie Sena as Celebrant; burial will follow at Hartman Cemetery. A rosary/scripture service will be […]
Rogelio “Roger” Andrade…November 5, 1922 – January 1, 2012
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM Friday January 6, 2012 for longtime area resident, Rogelio Andrade at St. Francis de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Charlie Sena as celebrant. A Rosary Service will be held prior to the Mass at 9:30AM. Deacon Alan Medina will recite the […]
Bill Dodge…October 14, 1918 – December 23, 2011
A celebration of life memorial service for longtime Prowers County Rancher, Bill Dodge will be held at a later date. Per Bill’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation. Bill Dodge was born on October 14, 1918 in Carlton, Colorado to James J. and Margaret S. (Davis) Dodge and departed […]
James L. “Jim” Beckett…July 19, 1938 – December 20, 2011
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Lamar, Colorado resident James L. “Jim” Beckett will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday December 28, 2011 at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Lamar, CO. Mr. Les Fellows will officiate. There will be a private family scattering of cremains at a later date. Per the family’s […]
Vivian Ausmus…September 3, 1922 – December 13, 2011
A Celebration of Life for longtime Lamar resident Vivian Ausmus will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, December 16, 2011 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ray Matteson officiating. Interment will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Visitation for Vivian will be held on Thursday, December 15, 2011 from 1:00PM until 7:00PM at the Peacock […]
Everett J. Hazen…December 20, 1935 – December 4, 2011
A celebration of life service for longtime Holly, Colorado resident, Everett J. Hazen will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday December 10, 2011 at Valley Memorial Chapel in Holly, Colorado. Pastor Tim Singer will officiate. Burial will follow at Holly Cemetery in Holly, Colorado. Visitation for Mr. Hazen will be held from 10:00 A.M. to […]
Lamar Area Hospice, Honoring the Past, Planning for the Future
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights was preceded by another lighting ceremony this past Friday, December 2. Almost 100 persons were present for the Lamar Area Hospice, 5th Annual Holiday of Lights and Memories, an observance to remember friends and loved ones who have passed away. The occasion was highlighted by the reading of […]
8th Annual Fantasy Tree Festival Held at Lamar Elks
The 8th Annual Fantasy Tree Festival helped inaugurate the holiday season for southeast Colorado this past Saturday, November 19. The annual event raises funds to support the activities of the Domestic Safety Resource Center which serves several area counties. Businesses, organizations and citizens decorate a Christmas tree or wreath in a theme of their choosing […]
Lamar Area Hospice Receives $20,000 Donation
Two fund-raising events are held each year to benefit the Lamar Hospice Association, the Angels Open Golf Tournament and a summertime dinner and dance. Those events, coupled with their silent auctions, recently raised $20,000 which was donated to the Lamar Area Hospice Thursday, September 29. The money will help fund the day to day activities […]
Lamar Area Hospice Begins Expansion Plans, City Council Waives Building Fees
The Lamar Area Hospice association has long had an expansion program planned, especially after taking over ownership of the former Lamar Hotel on West Olive Street. Hospice executive director, Debbie Pelley, asked the Lamar city council that an $8,143 building permit fee, based on the $1,000,000 renovation project, be waived by the council, […]
Esther I. Tremain…April 13, 1916 – September 5, 2011
Funeral services for longtime Holly, Colorado resident Esther I. Tremain will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday September 9, 2011 at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Holly, CO.. Rev. Kathy Leathers will officiate and burial will follow in the Holly Cemetery, Holly, Colorado. Mrs. Tremain was born on April 13, 1916 at Washington, Iowa to […]
Entertainment, BBQ and Auction Combine for Lamar Area Hospice
A casual dress, dinner dance and auction held this past Saturday, August 27, helped raise funds for the Lamar Area Hospice. The annual event was held out doors at Brad Semmens’ Country Acres RV Park and Motel and catered by Mike Marinac’s Caterers. The open bar, providing cocktails, beer and wine was compliments […]