In the late summer of 2024, the life of Corey Favorite, a 54-year-old man from Grand Junction, Colorado, came to an untimely and violent end. On September 6th, authorities were called to a residence in the 300 block of Glenwood Avenue, where they discovered Favorite deceased. The initial investigation pointed towards a violent confrontation, as he was found with what was suspected to be a gunshot wound.
The Grand Junction Police Department immediately deemed his death as suspicious and
launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Mesa County Coroner's Office later confirmed the identity of the victim as Corey James Favorite. While the official cause of death has not been publicly released, the nature of his injuries led investigators to treat the case as a homicide.
Corey Favorite, born on September 3, 1970, was a man with a background in construction, plumbing, and electrical work. He was remembered by his family as a talented artist, with a particular passion for designing tattoos. He had a deep love for his two children, Cody and Brittany Favorite, who were described as the greatest joy in his life. His obituary paints a picture of a man who, despite a hard life, loved deeply and whose laugh and sense of humor would be forever remembered by those who knew him.
As of the latest available information, the investigation into Corey Favorite's death is ongoing. Authorities have not yet publicly identified any suspects in connection with his death, and no arrests have been made. The Grand Junction Police Department has urged anyone with information regarding the case to come forward to assist in bringing closure to his family and friends. The case, registered under number 24-44733, remains an active and open homicide investigation.
