Archive for October, 2015
Obituary: Richard “Dick” Essig
April 15, 1961 ~ October 7, 2015 Dick Essig, 54, of Berthoud, passed away October 7, 2015. Dick was born on April 15, 1961 in Denver, to Robert and Ethel (Sutherland) Essig. Dick graduated from East High School in Denver where was a member of the Boy Scouts and the All-State Band, playing the baritone. He graduated from Colorado State University with a bachelor’s degree in engineering. Dick married Susan Kintzley on March 3, 1989. Dick was employed by Bestop, Inc. for 30 years, ... Full Story
Foxtails, the Unseen Foe
By Dr. Mikala Brown Surgical Intern With the transition of late spring to early fall comes some of the best days of the year for our furry family members. Long leisurely days spent by a lake or walking down a cool trail make fill many of hours. We as pet parents take many precautions to protect the safety of our pets during these times. We protect them from known evils, but it is the unseen and the unknown that poses the greatest threat. The grass awn is a small, unassuming bit ... Full Story
Obituary: Betty Ruth Markham
Betty Ruth (Deaver) Markham was born in Vinita, Oklahoma on September 30, 1923 to Dwight and Inez (Adamson) Deaver. During her younger years she lived in Miami, Oklahoma, later moving to Mead, Colorado to attend Mead High School where she graduated in 1942. On December 2, 1942 Betty married the love of her life, Willard G. Markham, at First Lutheran Church in Longmont, Colorado. They were married 66 years until his death in 2008. Betty and Willard moved from Longmont to their farm in Berthoud ... Full Story
Berthoud Fire Calls: September 2015
Berthoud Fire Protection District Incident Activity for September Monday, August 31 BFPD responded with TVEMS to a medical call on 14th Street. The patient was transported. BFPD assisted TVEMS and Berthoud Police with a medical call on 6th Street. The patient was transported. Tuesday, September 1 BFPD responded to a medical call for cardiac arrest on LCR 21. The fire crew administered medical attention until the arrival of TVEMS. The patient was transported. BFPD assisted ... Full Story
Berthoud Police Blotter: September 2015
Provided by James Anderson Patrol Sergeant: Berthoud Squad Tuesday, September 1 Alarm Call: 800 block of Mountain Avenue, Deputies responded to a bank alarm. Alarm was set off accidently by employees Juvenile Problems: 800 and 900 block of Welch Avenue, Deputy talked with residents on Welch Avenue listening to concerns and frustration that juveniles are trespassing on their property during lunch. Deputy attempted to change the kids’ behavior by directing them to use the ... Full Story
