Archive for May, 2014
Obituary: Judith Ann Lehn
Judith Ann Lehn was warmly welcomed into the Universe on April 17, 2014. She transitioned peacefully, with her best friend, Leslie, by her side, along with her devoted husband, Don, and her goddaughter, Analee, as well as many others with her in divine spirit, including her beloved sister, Nancy. Judy's effervescent, loving; quick-witted personality naturally drew everyone to her. Judy cared deeply for all she met. In fact, Judy embodied the ancient meaning behind the word "Namaste" by honoring ... Full Story
Vet is in: Your Cat
In and Out of the Litter Box: Symptoms and Treatment of Feline Urethral Obstruction By Dr. Danielle Huval Emergency Veterinarian Feline Urethral Obstruction is a life-threatening emergency that occurs in primarily male cats. It is also referred to as a “Blocked Tom.” Common early symptoms that one may see at home include vocalizing (howling), frequent trips (increased urgency) in and out of the litter box, straining to urinate or defecate, excessive licking of back end, blood in ... Full Story
Berthoud Estates: Lost Dog
Black Lab went missing from Berthoud Estates on 5/25 between 10:00am and 4:30pm. He is wearing identification, but nobody has called. Signs have also been placed around the area.He is extremely skinny, and I am worried that someone has found him and decided that his owners don't deserve to have him because of his current condition. He was rescued only a couple of weeks ago, nearly starved to death, but he was in great hands in a great home that loves him and wants him back.Please, if you've ... Full Story
Obituary: Betty Helen Bashor
Betty Helen (Ferry) Bashor, 91, of Berthoud, passed away at the Lemay Long Term Care Center in Fort Collins on Wednesday, May 21, 2014. Betty was born in Spokane, Washington on June 4, 1922 to Mildred (Cramer) Ferry and Frank V. Ferry. Betty was married to E. Eugene “Gene” Bashor for 68 years. They made their home farming in the Berthoud/Johnstown area until 1977 when they retired to Berthoud. Gene preceded her in death in July of 2010. Betty was very active in the First Presbyterian Church ... Full Story
Two dead in Poudre River Incident
Poudre River Incident - Second Death Date: 5/27/2014 What began around mid-day in the Poudre Canyon in Larimer County as a search and rescue attempt for a 14-year old boy; has ended in two deaths. The family that has lost these two young men today resides in the Greeley area. Authorities were called to the Poudre Canyon around twelve miles west of Ted's Place shortly after noon. Witnesses reported a 14-year old boy had fallen in the Poudre River while fishing. ... Full Story
Obituary: Judith Ann Pearce
Judith Ann “Judy” Pearce of Windsor, Colorado passed away unexpectedly April 15, 2014 at the age 75. Judy was born to Pete and Maxine Baller on June 14, 1938 in Longmont, Colorado. Her ancestors were early pioneers to Longmont and her great grandfather, Amos Millice joined the Chicago Colony helping to form Longmont and was part of the survey crew helping to lay out the town. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, grandparents and other relatives. Judy is survived by her ... Full Story
Obituary: David “Wayne” Harris
David “Wayne” Harris, 78, of Berthoud passed away on May 11, 2014 in Berthoud, CO. Wayne was born on November 15, 1935 in Fincastle, Virginia to Russell and Naomi (Rucker) Harris. He grew up in Fincastle and graduated from Fincastle High School. On July 28, 1969, Wayne married Kaye Short in Goodland, Kansas. Wayne spent time as a truck driver before working as a Pipeline Superintendent in the late 1970’s for the Dale Bruntz Construction Co. and the Kelran Construction Co. for over 20 ... Full Story
More Benghazi, you’ve got to be kidding
The Already Asked-And-Answered Questions Fox Wants To Know From The Benghazi Select Committee May 7, 2014 4:03 PM EDT OLIVIA KITTEL, MICHELLE LEUNG, & SAMANTHA WYATT Fox News has pushed reset on many of its favorite Benghazi myths that have already been put to rest in the wake of the recently released Rhodes email and the House GOP's announcement of the formation of a Select Committee to investigate the attacks. QUESTION: Who Changed The Talking Points? QUESTION: Why ... Full Story
Your pet and glaucoma
Glaucoma Abbey Holtman, DVM Emergency Veterinarian Glaucoma is a condition in which the intraocular pressure (pressure within the eye) is higher than normal. The classic symptom of glaucoma is a red and painful eye, but other eye diseases can present this way. It is important to understand that if glaucoma is left untreated, the pressure within the eye will continue to elevate and can cause permanent blindness. Additional clinical signs of glaucoma can include redness of the vessels ... Full Story
Berthoud Fire Calls: April 2014
Incident Activity for April 2014 Tuesday, April 1 BFPD assisted TVEMS with a medical call on Second St. BFPD responded to a residential alarm on N. Larimer County Road 23. Upon arrival to the residence the homeowner explained there was an unknown alarm sounding in the crawl space. The crew searched and located a propane leak detector on the boiler that was in alarm. There were no readings found of propane, so it was determined to be a false alarm. BFPD assisted TVEMS with a medical call on ... Full Story
