Huerfano County, Pueblo County, and Las Animas County, Colorado.  The Tri-County Obituary Project Coordinator is Louise Adams . This page contributed by Karen Mitchell. NOTE: Please use your BACK button to return to where you were. - P - Pace, Carmel T. Carmel T. Pace - Pueblo Chieftain - February 23, 2003 - Carmel T. Pace passed away Feb. 21, 2003, in Pueblo. Carmel was born June 6, 1912, in Pueblo to Tony and Mellana Martino. She owned and operated Pace's Bookstore for many years and enjoyed ranching on her ranch at Pinon. Carmel belonged to Eagles Lodge No. 145 and was an accomplished poet. She was preceded in death by her husband Pete Pace in 1972. Her survivors include her daughters, Mary Lou (Albert) Urenda and Betty Lou Harvey, both of Pueblo; brother, Albert Martino of California; grandchildren, Pete (Cindy) Urenda and David (Lark) Harvey; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A Memorial Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2003, in the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 11th and Grand, with Father Raymond Grimes as Celebrant. Pace, Leonard A. Sr. Leonard A. Pace, Sr. Pueblo Chieftain - February 4, 1980 Leonard A. Pace, Sr., 86, lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away February 2, 1990. Survived by his wife, Mabel of the family home; and children, James L. (Dorothy) pace, Leonard A. (Nathleen) Pace, Jr., and Barbara (Jack) Comaianni. Five grandchildren: Leonard A. Pace III, Lynn M. Comaianni, Jan M. Novak, Mara Jo Comaianni and Brandie (Dave) McCarthy; a great-granddaughter, Jackie a. Novak; one brother, Nick (Mary) Pace; and two sisters Edna Milner and Barbara Chambers; sister-in-law Carmel Pace; brother-in-law, Frank Ronco and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Vigil service 6 pm today. Mass of Christian Burial, 1:30 pm Monday, both services at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Entombment Roselawn Cemetery. The family may be contacted at 211 Fordham Circle. Pace, Mabel Margaret Mabel Margaret Langley Pace - Pueblo Chieftain - January 23, 1998 - Mabel Margaret Langley Pace, 88, passed away Jan. 21, 1998, in Pueblo. She was employed as a nurse at the Colorado State Hospital and retired as supervisor of a Geriatric Ward. Our beloved mother was an avid baseball fan and enjoyed doing needlework, knitting and crocheting. She will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard A. Pace Sr. - her brothers, Edward, Albert, Earl and David- her sisters, Carrie, Opal, Madge, Hattie, Zelma and Lola. Her survivors include her children, James (Dorothy) Pace, Leonard (Nathleen) Pace, Barbara (Jack) Comaianni- grandchildren, Brandie (David) McCarthy, Leonard Pace III, Lynn Comaianni, Jan Novak, and Mara (Douglas) Wilson- great-grandchildren, Jackie (Tim) Novak-Rino and Lacey McCarthy. Survived also by sisters-in-law, Edna Milner, Carmel Pace, Evelyn Langley- and brother-in-law, Nick (Judy) Pace- numerous nieces and nephews and extended family. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Interment, Roselawn. Viewing at the funeral home on Friday from 1 until 6 p.m. Family and friends will be received at the church hall following the interment. The family requests the omission of food. Pace, Nick Nick Pace - Pueblo Chieftain - August 07, 2002 - Nick Pace, 89, passed away on Aug. 4, 2002. Born June 1, 1913, in Pueblo, to Vincenzo (Jim) Pace and Maria DiVita. Preceded in death by his first wife, Mary (Marincich) Pace; brothers, Leonard and Pete; sisters, Angela Guay, Lucy Ronco and Mae Chambers. Survived by wife, Julia Pace; children, James A. (Betty) Pace, Joseph V. (Gwen) Pace, Nick J. (Linda) Pace, Judy Latka and Robert L. Pace; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; seven stepchildren; nine step-grandchildren; sister, Edna Milner; several nieces and nephews also survive. Nick was retired from the CF&I and enjoyed life to the fullest. Viewing, 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, both services at Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pace, Robert T. Robert T. Pace - Pueblo Chieftain - July 14, 2004 - Robert T. Pace, 76, passed away July 11, 2004. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Pacejko, Mary Mary Pacejko - Pueblo Chieftain - March 8, 1907 - Died Thursday, March 7, 1907, Mrs. Mary Pacejko. Remains at McCarthy's. Funeral announcement later. Pachak, Elsie T. Elsie T. Pachak - Pueblo Chieftain - October 17, 2004 - Elsie T. Pachak, 79, passed away Oct. 15, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. Born Feb. 14, 1925, in La Junta, Colo., to George and Molly Bender, who preceded her in death; along with her husband of 33 years, William R. Pachak. Survived by her children, Karen Shearer, Marcia Pachak, Beth (Robert Robie) Pachak, William (Deborah) Pachak, Jonathan (Kim) Pachak, Cheryl (Charles Brooks) Pachak-Brooks; 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, five brothers and sisters, and special friend and Godmother of Elsie's children, Susie Jesik. She retired after many years of nursing service in long-term care. She was an avid duplicate Bridge player. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, at George McCarthy funeral home. Funeral Mass, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, St. Mary's church. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice. Pachak, Helen P. Helen P. Pachak - Pueblo Chieftain - July 24, 2000 - Helen P. Pachak, age 73, passed away on July 22, 2000, in Pueblo, Colo. She was born on Oct. 15, 1926, in Canon City, Colo., to Delmar W. Crain and Lena McHenry. Mrs. Pachak was a teacher at Pueblo Community College, working with adults and children with learning disabilities. She is survived by her husband, Raymond W. Pachak Sr.; as well as her children, Janice L. Dionisio, Las Vegas, Nev., Ray W. (Joan) Pachak Jr., Pueblo, Colo., Joseph D. Pachak, Bluff, Utah, and Albert J. (Jennie) Pachak of Pueblo. Other survivors include seven grandchildren; sisters, Margaret L. Grahek and Roberta J. Phillips; brothers, Samuel J. McHenry and Victor McHenry. A brother, Albert F. McHenry, preceded her in death. Graveside services Wednesday, 9 a.m., Imperial Memorial Gardens. Please omit food and flowers. Contributions may be made to Pueblo Community College for Special Education. Pachan, Maria Maria (Zajac) Packan - Pueblo Chieftain - November 30, 1997 - Maria (Zajac) Packan, born Feb. 1, 1921, in Rogoznica Mala, Bialystok, Poland, passed away Nov. 27, 1997, in Waco, Texas. Maria came to Pueblo in 1945 as a refugee of WWII, sponsored by her uncle, Floryan Zajac. She was employed at Corwin hospital for 13 years and at the State Hospital for 20 years until her retirement. She retired to Scottsdale, Ariz., where she lived until 1997. At that time she moved to Waco, Texas, to be near her daughter and son-in-law. Her husband, Leon, preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara J. (William C.) Daney. Her grandchildren, Colette M. Daney, Tamara (Ariel Cao) Daney-Cao, William C. Daney Jr. and R. Todd (Zoe) Daney- as well as her great-grandchildren, Gabrielle Vigil and Eric Vigil. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Sheets residence, 15 Temple Drive, following the interment. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Kidsville Children's Hospital, Hillcrest Medical Center, 3000 Herring, Waco, Texas, 76708. Pacheco Mary Mary (Emerenciana) E. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - September 19, 2002 - Mary (Emerenciana) E. Pacheco passed away Sept. 17, 2002. She was born Aug. 29, 1921, in Taos, N.M. She is preceded in death by husband, Joe; and son, Merle Vigil. She is survived by daughters, Margie Duran and Bernice Sena, both of Cheyenne, Wyo., Vera Castro of Pueblo, Colo., and Geneva Valarde of Dallas, Texas; and sons, Patrick Vigil of Colorado Springs, Colo., Leroy Vigil of Lamar, Colo., and Richard Lujan of Pueblo. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pacheco, Adlaida Barron Adlaida Barron Pacheco - World Independent - September 9, 1947 - Mrs. Adlaida Barron Pacheco died at 4 o'clock this morning at the home of her sister, Mrs. Julia Barron Sanchez. She was born in Taos, New Mex., on December 27, 1875. After her marriage she moved to San Pablo, Colo., 31 years ago, but was reared in Walsenburg (Huerfano County). Her husband died in 1940. She is survived by one son Augustine Pacheco of San Pablo; two brothers, Judge Joseph and Judge Fred Barron, both of the city; two sisters, Mrs. Julia Barron Sanchez and Miss Amelia Barron, both of Walsenburg; and three grandchildren. Rosary services will be held at the home of Mrs. Julia Sanchez Wednesday night at 7:30 o'clock. Funeral services will be held from the home of Mrs. Sanchez Thursday morning at 9:30 and from the St. Mary church at 10 o'clock. Interment will be held in the family lot at the St. Mary cemetery under the direction of the Furphy Mortuary. Submitted by Gloria Cordova Pacheco, Andrew Joseph Andrew Joseph Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - January 08, 1998 - Andrew Joseph Pacheco, infant son of Dianna Kellywood and Pedro Pacheco, passed away Jan. 4, 1998, at Memorial Hospital, Colorado Springs. Survived also by siblings, Kenneth Vigil, Jonathan Martinez, Tunisha and Christina Matamoros Shanelle Pacheco - grandparents, Loretta and Pedro Pacheco, Virginia and Joe Martinez, John and Ramona Cisneros and Manuela Medina. Mass of the Angels, 9 a.m. Saturday, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rev. Robert Carden, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn. Pacheco, Anna Anna Pacheco World Independent July 8, 1937 Mother-Daughter Quarrel Ends With Girl Committing Suicide Enraged because her mother severely scolded her, 16-year-old Anna Pacheco of Gardner Wednesday used a .32-40 rifle to send a bullet through her heart and end her life. The suicide was the climax to a mother-daughter quarrel which is believed to have started after the girl was unable to account for her whereabouts Tuesday night. The heated argument started while Mrs. Eusebia Pacheco and her three daughters Anna, Domencenda and Dora were working in the garden near the house. Anna left her work and ran to her room in the upstairs of the Pacheco home. Her mother followed her and found her cocking the huge rifle. Mrs. Pacheco grappled with her daughter in an effort to get the gun. During the scuffle the trigger was touched and a bullet was sent through the floor. Mrs. Pacheco then got the gun and Anna promised not to attempt such a thing again and the gun was placed behind the bed. Mrs. Pacheco left the house and returned to the garden but was startled by a shot. Immediately she returned to the girl's bedroom to find her daughter stretched across the bed, the gun on her chest. "Don't touch me mother," Anna whispered. "It's no use it's all over now." A doctor was called but the bullet had torn through the girl's heart. County Coroner H. J. Furphy called Sheriff Carl Swift to investigate the situation and the officers in their reconstruction of the shooting said the girl evidently sat on the bed, propped the butt of the gun on the bedstead and touched the trigger with a wire coat hanger which was found on the bed with her. Ann is survived by her mother, the two sisters at home and two other sisters, Mrs. Pete Padilla of Gardner and Lucy Pacheco of Arpan, S. D. Funeral services will be in the care of Furphy Brothers and will be held at the family home Friday. World Independent July 9, 1937 Suicide Victim's Funeral Set Back Until Saturday Pending the arrival of relatives, funeral services for Anna Pacheco, 16, have been postponed until Saturday afternoon at 1:00 o'clock. The services will be held at the family home in Gardner in the care of Furphy Brothers' Mortuary. Miss Pacheco shot herself through the heart Wednesday following a quarrel with her mother. Pacheco, Anna Ward Anna Ward Pacheco - Huerfano World - February 29, 1993 - In Memoriam - In Memory of Anna Ward Pacheco, a native of the La Veta area died in Los Angeles Apr. 15, 1993. - Verse by Molly Bailey Pacheco, Anthony Josiah Anthony Josiah Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - May 04, 2004 - Anthony Josiah Pacheco departed this life May 1, 2004. Survived by his parents, Anthony Pacheco and Serina Lopez; sister, Dominique Pacheco, all of the family home; grandparents, Sam and C.C. Lopez, Geraldine Lopez, Margaret Pacheco and Henry Pacheco, all of Pueblo; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Rosary, 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Pacheco, Augustine F. Augustine F. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - March 11, 2004 - Augustine F. Pacheco, 86, of Pueblo. Preceded in death by his former spouse of over 50 years, Helen Vigil Pacheco; son, William K. Pacheco; daughter, Diane B. Medina; parents, Jose M. and Adelida Pacheco; stepdaughter, Michelle Ratliff; brothers and sisters. Survived by loving wife, Mary Ann Pacheco; sons, Augustine M. (Julia) Pacheco, Dothan, Ala., Robert C. Pacheco, Pueblo; stepsons, Randy and Jeff Theissen; daughters, Connie W. (Bob) Norton, Palm Springs, Calif., Donna J. Pacheco (Charles D. Esquibel), Colorado Springs; also survived by 16 grandchildren, 13 stepgrandchildren, and many great-grandchildren. We are blessed to have such a solid patriarch for our family. His positive outlook and joy of life has influenced everyone with whom he has come in contact. Visitation, 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday, vigil service, 5:30 p.m. Friday; both at Romero Chapel. Reception after service. Funeral Mass, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, at Holy Family Church. Graveside service, 2 p.m. Saturday, at San Luis Cemetery, San Luis, Colo. Family and friends will be received at Circle of Friendship hall following interment. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre De Cristo Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Pacheco, Christine Miss Christine Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - March 27, 1970 - Miss Christine Pacheco, 48, a life-long resident of Trinidad, died March 24, 1970, in Mt. San Rafael Hospital following a long illness. She was born Nov. 2, 1921, in Berwind. The Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday at Trinidad Mortuary Chapel. Requiem Mass will be offered at 9 a.m. Monday in Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment will be in Lakeside Cemetery Canon City. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Josephine Rivera of Florence, and Mrs. Elizabeth Romero of Trinidad. Pacheco, Claude Claude Pacheco - Huerfano World - May 31, 2007 - Claude Pacheco, 87, of Walsenburg, CO, passed away May 27, 2007. He was born March 21, 1920 in North La Veta, CO. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Viola R. Herrera Pacheco, children Henry, Alice (Herb) Soto, Sam (Pat), Debbie (Mike) Medina, Laurie Pacheco, all of Pueblo, 11 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, sisters, Navorsita Vigil, Katie Sanchez, Lucy Sanchez, Sarah Montoya, brother, Oris Pacheco, numerous other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Armenio and Teleforia Pacheco, brother, Evan Pacheco, sisters Sally Valdez, Nellie Valdez, Olivia Aragon, brothers-in-law, Tom Montoya, Nick Valdez, Reynaldo Vigil, Gilbert Herrera, brother, Antonio Herrera, O.F.M., granddaughter Michaela Medina and godson Donald Vigil. Claude retired from the CF&I Steel Mill after 35 years and was an avid horseman. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic church, VFW and the Latino Club. He was also a Tech Sgt. in the U. S. Army stationed in Alaska during WW II. Services at St. Mary Church, Friday, June 1, 2007. Rosary 10 a.m. with funeral mass following at 10:30 a.m. Burial, North La Veta Cemetery. Pacheco, Della Della Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - February 22, 2006 - Della Pacheco, 86, passed away Feb. 19, 2006. Born Sept. 17, 1919, in Walsenburg, to Eva and Nabor Martinez, who preceded her in death; along with her husband, Nick Sr.; brothers, Joey, Toby and John Martinez; sister-in-law, Elvira Vigil; and several uncles. Survived by sons, Nick Jr. and Don (Elizabeth) Pacheco; grandchildren, Kelly (Vince) Cluxton, Rodney (Leticia) Pacheco, Kindra Pacheco, Lindsey Pacheco, Jeff Allen, Carrie Horton; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Alex and Riley Cluxton, Nicholas and Ciara Pacheco, Mariah Allen; brother, Jim Martinez; sisters, Virginia and Geneva; sisters-in-law, Margaret, Ersie, Della and Mary; aunt, Dorothy Sena; and numerous nieces and nephews. Della was a member of Christ the King Parish. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Christ the King Church. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Pacheco, Dezzerae J. Dezzerae J. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - December 04, 1999 - Dezzerae J. Pacheco, of Pueblo, 9-30-70 to 11-30-99. Survived by children, Jessica, Alexandria, Daniel Jr., and Dominick; parents, Ron and Rosemarie Riley; brothers, Eddie, Anthony "Chick" and Danny, all of Denver; aunt, Louise Hall; and cousin, David Hall, both of Lakewood; cousin, Traci Smithee, Springboro, Pa.; and companion, Chet Everetts, Pueblo. Preceded in death by grandparents, Ben Vecchio and Laura Vecchio; uncle, Ben Vecchio Jr.; and cousin, Tim Hall. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Runyon Stevenson-Capitol Mortuary. Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 4690 Pearl St., Denver. Pacheco, Earnest J. Earnest J. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 14, 2002 - Earnest J. Pacheco, age 75, passed away Aug. 14, 2002. Survived by his wife of 47 years, Mildred and sons, Michael Pacheco and Ed (Terri) Pacheco; Granchildren: Trevor and Tori. Brother Phillip (Marie) Pacheco; Sisters: Virginia (John) Jiminez, Victoria Pacheco, Rita (Marcos) Montes, Roberta (Mike) Esquibel; Brothers-in-law: Bill (Norma) Gonzales, Alex Valdez, Joe Montes and Lupe Bencomo; Sisters-in-law: Rosalie Zook and Beverly Gonzales; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Preceded in death by Grandson Adam Pacheco; Parents Phillip and Adella Pacheco; Twin brother Ted; Sisters: Mercy Valdez and Dora Montes; Father and Mother-in-law: Adrian and Vonnie Gonzales; as well as Brother-in-law J. Adrian Gonzales and Sister-in-law Beatrice Bencomo. Earnest was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served his country during WWII. He retired from the P.D.A., June 29, 1984, after 35 years of dedicated service. He was involved in scouting, enjoyed fishing, watching the Broncos and Rockies on TV and listening to the radio. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Service, 10a.m., Friday, St. Leanders Church, Pueblo. Military Honors, Pueblo Veteran Ritual Team. Pacheco, Edward Efren Edward Efren Pacheco - Huerfano World - December 14, 1989 - Edward Efren Pacheco of San Diego, CA, died in the Veterans Hospital in that city on Dec. 2, 1989. Born in North Veta Apr. 10, 1931, he attended schools in Walsenburg and served 23 years in the U.S. Army until his retirement. Survivors include his parents, Onesimo and Maclovia Pacheco, Walsenburg; four sons, Darrell, San Francisco; Randy, San Diego; Eddie Jr., Grand Junction and Gentry, Germany; eight brothers, Julian Pacheco, Walsenburg, Nick Pacheco, Rye, Alfred Maldonado, Pueblo, Amador Pacheco, Hesperia, CA, Gasper Pacheco, Frank Pacheco and Jerry Pacheco, Arvada and Richard Pacheco, Denver; five sisters, Lillian Pacheco, Sally Herrera, Mary Dugan and Deborah Seward, Pueblo and Florida Pacheco, Walsenburg. Burial was in San Diego with full military honors. Pacheco, Eloy Esequiel Eloy Esequiel Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - September 24, 2000 - Eloy Esequiel Pacheco, 75, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord Sept. 22. Born July 3, 1925, in Ramey, Colo. Preceded in death by his wife, Lillian, and parents, Cruz and Adelina Pacheco. Survived by his children, Lloyd (Rosemary) Pacheco of Colorado Springs, Anthony (Pat) Pacheco of Toledo, Ohio, Cheryl (Deon) Murray of Pueblo, Ted Pacheco of Pueblo, and Trudy (Joe) DeLao of Pueblo. Also survived by brothers, Felix Pacheco of Denver and John Henry (Pat) Pacheco of Denver; sisters Florence (Pete) Sanchez of Denver, Rosie (John) Lucero of Denver, Maxine (Frank) Lopez of Denver and Mary Ruth (Bob) Cabral; 18 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Eloy enjoyed the time he spent with his grandchildren and family. Viewing, 1 to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Romero Chapel. Memorial service, 7 p.m. Tuesday and funeral service, 10 a.m. Wednesday. Both services at Romero Chapel, 110 Cleveland, Pastor Steven Oates officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after the interment. Military honors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Pacheco, Eugene D. Eugene D. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - May 03, 1999 - Eugene D. Pacheco, a resident of Rio Rancho, formerly of Pueblo, passed away April 30, 1999, following an illness. He is survived by his loving children, David Pacheco, Aaron Pacheco, Andrew Pacheco, Rebecca Garcia, and Janine Vigil. Also surviving is Marcella Pacheco-Martinez- two brothers, John Pacheco and Joe Pacheco- two sisters, Helen Young and Tessie Kellogg- his loving mother, Rebecca Pacheco- and 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Surfwood Lane, at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, 1999, with Bishop Weisner officiating. Interment to follow at the Roselawn Cemetery with military honors. Pallbearers will be Arthur LeFebre, Anthony Vigil, Vincent Pacheco, Tacho Barela and Tony Garcia. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, Albuquerque, N.M., Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P. Pacheco, Fred T. Fred T. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - May 26, 1999 - Fred T. Pacheco, 61, of Pueblo, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on May 24, 1999. He was born Sept. 7, 1937, in South Bradford, Colo., "God's Country." preceded in death by his parents, Ruben (Dominga Sandoval) Pacheco-brothers, Victor, Rueben and Joe V. Pacheco- and mother-in-law, Mary T. Montoya. Survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Elsie- father-in-law, Joe T. Montoya- brothers, Arnold (Joyce) of Springfield, Mass., George (Carmella) of El Paso, Texas, and Henry (Libby) Pacheco- brothers-in-law, Lawrence (Dolores) Montoya, Richard (Margie) Carrillo- sister-in-law, Margie Montoya- daughter, Debbie Roberts- and her five children of Long Beach, Calif. - sons and their families, Tim, Lucy and Nicole, and David, Geri, and Chelsie. Also survived by numerous loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Fred served four years in the U.S. Air Force as a crash firefighter during the Korean Conflict. He retired from the city of Pueblo engineering department in March of 1998 after 20 years of service. Rosary, Thursday, 7 p.m. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10 a.m., both services at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday. Pacheco, George George Pacheco - Huerfano World - May 29, 2003 - In Loving Memory of George Pacheco, who passed away May 27, 2001. - Verse - Sadly missed by, Wife Clorinda, sister Theresa, brother Mike, nieces, nephews and friends. Pacheco, George C. George C. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 16, 2005 - George C. Pacheco, 63, Chief Warrant Officer III, went home to be with the Lord Wed. Aug. 10, 2005, in El Paso, Texas. Preceded in death by his parents, Ruben and Dominga Pacheco; brothers, Victor, Joe, Ruben, Fred and Henry Pacheco. Survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Carmen Pacheco; former wife and mother of his children, Barbara Pacheco; brother, Arnold Pacheco; daughter, Sheryl; sons, Michael, Arnold, Gerald, Victor and Joe Wilcher; grandson, Bradly Neel; granddaughters, Vanessa, Angela, LaShawna and April; great-grandson, Romonol Bylsma. George served 20 years in U.S. Army and 20 years for the U.S. Postal Service. He loved to play the guitar, entertaining his family and friends and he also enjoyed playing in the church choir. George loved biking, walking, fishing and spending quality time with his family and friends. "Voode," "El Guapo," "Chief," you will be missed by all. Visitation and video tribute, 5 p.m. today, with the rosary to follow at 6 p.m., Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pacheco, Gilbert A. Gilbert A. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - January 18, 2005 - Gilbert A. Pacheco, 78, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 16, 2005, in Pueblo, Colo. Born May 10, 1926, in San Luis, Colo., to Manuel and Lucinda Pacheco, who preceded him; along with his daughter, Gilberta Valdez. Survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Grace Pacheco; daughters, Cheryl Baca, Carol Hollis and Dave, Geri (Leon) Vargas, Sylvia (Dan) Espinoza; nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; five sisters; one brother; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation, noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Pacheco, Gregorio Gregorio Pacheco - Huerfano World - January 12, 1989 - This Week in La Veta History - 1920: Mr. and Mrs. Gregorio Pacheco died and were buried in the cemetery "above the town." Pacheco, Gregorio (Mrs.) Mrs. Gregorio Pacheco - Huerfano World - January 12, 1989 - This Week in La Veta History - 1920: Mr. and Mrs. Gregorio Pacheco died and were buried in the cemetery "above the town." Pacheco, Henry Henry Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 04, 2005 - Henry Pacheco, 59, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord on Monday Aug. 1, 2005. Predeceased by his parents, Ruben and Dominga Pacheco; brothers, Victor, Joe, Reuben and Fred Pacheco. Survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Librada "Libby" Pacheco; children, Carl (Kathy) Pacheco, Ben (Dori) Pacheco, Mike (Shannen) Pacheco, Anthony (Serina) Pacheco, Maria Velarde, Carla (James) Griffith, Rachael Snyder; brothers, Arnold (Joyce) Pacheco, George (Carmen) Pacheco; numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Henry was such an avid Broncos fan; he claimed to be the biggest Broncos fan of all. He enjoyed working with ceramics, shopping, cooking, and giving rides on his motorized wheel chair for his grandkids. Henry was well loved by his family and will be missed dearly. Viewing, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2005; both at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pacheco, Inez Ruth Inez Ruth Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - May 15, 2005 - Inez Ruth Pacheco, 47, of Pueblo, passed away on May 9, 2005. She was preceded in death by her father, Esequiel Rivera; and sister, baby Rivera. Survived by her mother, Marcella Rivera; sons, George Horacio Pacheco III, Nicholas Brandon Pacheco and Stephen Dane Pacheco; sisters, Anita Rivera and Lolita (Kelvin) Peterson; brother, Samuel Rivera; two nieces, three nephews; one great-niece, one great-nephew; and other relatives and friends. There will be a memorial service, 11 a.m. Tuesday, at Pueblo Christian Center. Inurnment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Pueblo Christian Center following inurnment. Pacheco, James David James David "Pino" Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - June 08, 2001 - James David "Pino" Pacheco, 43, lifetime Puebloan, departed this life unexpectedly June 5, 2001. Born Jan. 27, 1958, he was an avid Bronco and Avalanche fan. He also enjoyed fishing, music and his family who will miss his witty ways and presence. He was a former pipe inspector for AMF Tuboscope. He had recently received his bachelor of science in chemistry with emphasis in medical technology. Preceded in death by his mother, Celia Torres Pacheco, in 1991; sister, Ruth Jean Pacheco; grandparents, Juan and Corina Pacheco, and Alfredo and Adelina Torres; and nephew, Joe Cordova. Survived by his beloved wife and soul mate, Juanita Perez Pacheco; children, James D. "Jimmy" Pacheco Jr., Ralph A. (Lorrie) Gonzales, Albert A. Gonzales and Angela "Rayna" Pacheco; siblings, Ernie (Marie) Pacheco, Albert (Theresa) Pacheco, Vince (Berta) Pacheco, Robert Pacheco, John Pacheco, Jake Pacheco, Cora (Tom) Atencio, Carmen Pacheco and Gloria (Joe) Cordova; father- and mother-in-law, Cosme and Josepha Perez, Wichita Falls, Texas; numerous nieces and nephews to include his godchildren, Cosme and Joann Ojeda; and other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. today, St. Leander Catholic Church. with the Rev. Paul Montez OSB as celebrant. Family will receive friends at 1222 E. 11th and 7 Mac Gregor. Pacheco, Jerry Abran Jerry Abran Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - January 26, 2005 - Jerry Abran Pacheco was born on Sept. 16, 1983, and left this earth on Jan. 23, 2005. Jerry was lent to us for 21 years and loved by so many, he will never be far from our hearts. Jerry filled so many roles and had so much purpose as he lived and laughed with us. He enjoyed boxing, auto restoration, rapping and rap music. But, most of all he loved spending time with his children. Jerry had a generous nature and always was helping his grandmother around her house and telling her, "I'll do it." He is preceded in death by his pappo, Gilbert D. Pacheco; and grandmother, Rita Webb. Jerry leaves behind his parents, Jerry and Rita Pacheco; his nana, Ersie Pacheco; his two children, Rita and Elijah; beloved sisters, Erica and Jessica Pacheco; and nieces, Jazmine and Aaliyah. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Thursday, at Holy Family Church, 2827 Lakeview, with Father Jesse Perez, as celebrant. Cremation. Memorial contributions may be made in Jerry's name to Vectra Bank, 104 W. Northern Avenue. Pacheco, Joe F. Joe F. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - February 20, 2000 - Joe F. Pacheco, 84, passed away on Feb. 18, 2000, after a lengthy illness. Survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Mary Pacheco; stepsons, Leroy (Loretta) Vigil and Richard (Rosalinda) Lujan; daughters, Merlinda Pacheco, Josie (Steve) Archuleta and Betty Flores; sons, Ray, Joe and Harold Pacheco. He is also survived by one brother, Pete Pacheco. Also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Predeceased by two sisters, Anita and Ursula; and son, Gilbert. Rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Monday. Both services at Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family and friends will gather at Imperial Reception Hall. Viewing, noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Pacheco, Jose Jose Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - November 07, 1998 - Jose Pacheco, 45, of Lamar, died Nov. 5, 1998. Rosary service, 7 p.m. Sunday at Valley Memorial, Lamar Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday at St. Francis de Sales Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Burial at Riverside Cemetery. Visitation, 1 p.m. to rosary time Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions to Pacheco Memorial Fund. Pacheco, Jose Antonio Jose Antonio Pacheco Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain January 14, 1875 Huerfano County Two cases of stabbing have occurred in this county recently. One Salome Trujillo in self defense, stabbed one Jose Antonio Pacheco, who died soon there after from the effect of the wound. This took place in Huerfano Canon. The deceased was represented as being of a quarrelsome disposition. The case is rendered less sad from the fact of his being unmarried Pacheco, Juan Juan Pacheco Walsenburg World January 20, 1922 Pioneer Murdered at His Ranch Home on Tuesday Juan Pacheco Found With Bullet Hole in his Head by His Grandson Wife Also at Death's Door 'Assassin Unknown,' Finding of the Coroner's Jury at Inquest Held Yesterday Afternoon Word was brought in Tuesday afternoon that Juan Pacheco, a wealthy ranchman, and his wife had been discovered lying on the floor of their ranch house above the Niggerhead mine. Mr. Pacheco was dead and his wife just able to murmur a few words. Since that time she has been unconscious or delirious. Juan Pacheco had been shot just back and above the right ear, the bullet going thru a cap which was on his head. Death must have been almost instantaneous. Mrs. Pacheco was shot from behind the left ear. Juan Pacheco had been in Walsenburg Saturday making a will and attending to other business, and the story rapidly spread that he had shot his wife and committed suicide. The reason for believing this was stated to be that Mr. and Mrs. Pacheco had had trouble over Mrs. Pacheco's children. Pacheco has no children of his own, but Mrs. Pacheco is his second wife and has two daughters and a son, Amarante Calbes, who was arrested last week for grand larceny. It was advanced that Pacheco did not care to have his wife's children inherit his money and decided to kill his wife and then himself. It was stated that his nephew had been at the house and stayed there Monday night leaving Tuesday morning; that the nephew had a gun with him which Mr. Pacheco asked him to leave at the house when he left. This gun was found afterwards lying between Pacheco's legs on the floor. So much for the murder and suicide theory. Others are of the opinion that Pacheco and his wife were shot by outside parties. Pacheco was suppose to have in his possession $2,500 which he received Saturday on some land deal. As a matter of fact Pacheco left his money in Walsenburg and did not have it at the ranch. Little Pedro Domingues, a grandson of the deceased, and living with them, left Tuesday morning to visit at a neighbor's house. He returned home about 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon and looking into the house saw his grandparents lying on the floor in pools of blood. He immediately went to a neighbor to notify them. Frailan Vigil, who lives at Niggerhead, near the Pacheco place, saw two men going along the railroad track about 2 p.m. that afternoon. Another witness at the inquest testified to seeing two men crossing the fields near the Pacheco place. Rosa Pacheco, wife of Zacarias Pacheco, and daughter of Mrs. Juan Pacheco went to the house and saw the bodies of her step-father and mother lying on the floor. She spoke to her mother who murmured something about the enemy had been there and that Don Abilia and a dark one did it. Mrs. Pacheco has been unconscious or delirious ever since. She is not likely to recover. Zacharias Pacheco was in Walsenburg that day and left in company with Amarante Cables and reached home about 5 o'clock. They did not know anything about the tragedy until they reached home. Dr. Paul G. Mathews, the coroner, reached the scene of the tragedy about 5 o'clock. He examined the body but found no gun in evidence. He returned to town and the undertaker Gabe Furphy, went out to get the body. The first thing he saw as he looked at the body was the gun lying between the dead man's legs between the knees and hips, the barrel pointing upwards. Francisco Pacheco, a brother of the deceased, testified that he saw the gun and picked it up and handed it to the undertaker. The gun had one empty chamber, two exploded shells and three loads. The nephew who left the gun there that morning testified that he had shot one of these shells some days before. This would show that only one shell had been exploded at the time or after the time of the tragedy, and that the gun had been placed on the corpse after the coroner had left the place. Zacarias Pacheco and Amarante Calbes did not leave Walsenburg until after the coroner had left and reached there while the coroner was there. It also developed at the inquest that Mr. Juan Pacheco had been suffering for over a year with a sort of paralysis of his arms so that it was impossible for him to raise his arm higher than his chest, indicating the fact that it was improbable that he could have shot himself from behind the right ear. There is a mystery with this shooting which may never be cleared up. The incoherent talk of the wounded woman is to the effect that two men were there and did it, but who they are she is not able to say, and her talk may be simply the wandering of delirium. The coroner's jury brought in a verdict that Juan Pacheco came to his death from a gun shot wound at (article cut off) Pacheco, Juan de Jesus Juan de Jesus Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - March 03, 2004 - Juan de Jesus Pacheco went home with the Lord on March 2, 2004. He was born June 26, 1933, in Toltec, Colo. Juan worked for CF&I for 33 years and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1956. He leaves behind to cherish the memories of his life to his wife of 47 years, Josephine; his children, Juanita (Robert) Spencer, Arthur Pacheco, Katherine (Pat) Bassett, Ruth Ann (Pebbles) Pacheco, Ronald Pacheco; numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He's also survived by brothers, Robert and Roger Pacheco; as well as special nieces, Rose Ann Villarrel, Jewel Flamenco; and special nephew, Victor Pacheco. Juan was preceded in death by his father, Jesus; mother, Maria Dulcinea; sister, Rose; brothers, David, Victor, George and Oliver "Pat." At his request there will be no viewing, cremation has occurred and a memorial service will be held April 3, 2004, at St. Patrick's Parish. Services will commence at noon with a reception and a time to share with family immediately after. Contributions may be made to Southern Colorado Nephrology or Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Pacheco, Julian Julian Pacheco - Huerfano World - January 20, 2000 - Julian Pacheco, born Oct. 25, 1917 passed away Jan. 22, 2000 at Huerfano Medical Center. Julian served in WWII, recipient of a Purple Heart and Jubilee of Liberty Medal (Normandy, France). He returned to the Walsenburg area, married and bought a ranch west of Walsenburg in 1956. While ranching, he continued to work for 26 years at the Pueblo Army Deport. He was a member of the VFW Post No. 2643 and DAV, Survived by his beloved wife, Viola M. Pacheco; and children Ronald Pacheco, Bill (Sherry) Pacheco, Bernadette (Richard) Castillo, JoAnn (Jack C.) Pacheco, Etta (Steve) Walker; brothers and sisters, Nick (Nellie) Pacheco, Alfred (Ellen), Fred, Rachel, Pete (Margaret), Conrad, Margaret Maldonado, Sally Herrera, Stella (Roy) Martinez, Rosella MacAnally, Donna (Ray) Aguirre, Richard, Jerry, Frank, Gasper, Mary, Florida, Lillian, Amador Pacheco; Grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents; Onesimo and Rogeria Pacheco. Raised by the deceased Tobias and Sedalia Maldonado. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Church with Father Rich Wehrmeyer officiating. Burial at North Veta Cemetery, west of Walsenburg. Viewing Tuesday afternoon. Family available at the Boies-Ortega Funeral Home from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Mary Senior Outreach. Pacheco, Larry James Larry James Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - November 21, 2004 - Larry James Pacheco passed away after a lengthy illness on Nov. 20, 2004. Born in Pueblo on Aug. 23, 1957. Preceded in death by mother, Mable Pacheco; father, Adolph Pacheco; brother, Robert Pacheco; grandson, Larry Ray Pacheco; father-in-law, Robert Valdez; sons, Jerod, James, Jimmy James and Joey James. Survived by his loving wife, Isabelle Pacheco; son, Larry Ray (Jessica) Pacheco; granddaughters, Abigail Pacheco, Jessica Valdez; daughter, Andrea Jean Pacheco; mother-in-law, Sophie Valdez; sister, Gloria (Robert) Martinez; brothers, Danny Pacheco, Gary (Virginia) Pacheco, Ronnie Pacheco; and sister, Cynthia Delfino Sagala; brother-in-law, Freddie (Alvina) Valdez, Pete, Mable Valdez; sisters-in-law, Annie Valdez, Judy Valdez; brother-in-law, Adam (Candice) Valdez; sister-in-law, Sophie Valdez; brother-in-law, Amos Valdez; best friend, Deborah Hyde; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Special thanks to Fuente de Vida at Sangre De Cristo Hospice Palliative care staff. Visitation, 2 to 5 p.m. Monday at Romero Chapel. Vigil service, 6 p.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday at Romero Chapel. Cremation to follow. Pacheco, Lillian Isabel Lillian Isabel Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 03, 2004 -Lillian Isabel Pacheco departed this world on Aug. 1, 2004, surrounded by those she loved and cared for. Born Feb. 10, 1936, in Walsenburg, Colo., to the union of Onesimo and Maclovia (Vigil) Pacheco, who preceded her in death. She will be missed by survivors, Ezekiel (Joe) Garcia; and children, Juanita Chavez and Glenda Velasquez of Pueblo, Randy (Lori) Valdez, Johnston City, Ill., and Sharon (Glen) Jones of Camano Island, Wash. Survived by grandchildren whom she loved dearly, Kimberly and Stevie Roybal, Crystal Chavez, Brian and Patrick Jones, Gerad Nicholas and Toni Valdez and Jennifer, Michelle and Eric Velasquez; six great grandchildren. Also survived by brothers and sisters, Sally Herrera, Nick Pacheco, Alfred Maldonado, all of Pueblo, Frank Pacheco, Gasper Pacheco, Mary Dugan and Deborah Montanez of Denver, Jerry Pacheco of Wyoming, Amador Pacheco of Colorado Springs and Florida Pacheco of Walsenburg; aunt, Chris Vigil of Denver; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brothers, Bobby, Edward and Julian. Lillian worked in various vocations throughout her life including nursing, the Steel Mill, the railroad and most recently she worked delivering loving hospice care to many prominent elderly citizens in the Pueblo area. She will be remembered for her quick wit, humor and her wonderful smile. Rest in peace, Mom. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, at Romero Chapel. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at the Romero Courtesy Hall after service. Pueblo Chieftain - August 04, 2004 - Lillian Isabel Pacheco. Also survived by brother, Richard Pacheco. Funeral service, 11 a.m. today at Romero Chapel. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after service. Pacheco, Louis Joe Louis Joe Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - July 20, 1987 - Louis Joe Pacheco, 1514 E. River, departed this life Friday, July 17, 1987, at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital. Born Nov. 24, 1925, in Walsenburg to the union of Joe Onesimo Pacheco and Ida Sanchez Pacheco. His father predeceased him on Dec. 12, 1979, and his mother on Nov. 24, 1984. Also predeceased by a sister, Ercy Pacheco, Nov. 4, 1968, and a brother, Joe Pacheco, Jan. 5, 1979. He served in the U.S. Marines during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He married the former Adelia Gonzales at Mount Carmel Church on June 7, 1947. Past secretary and treasurer of the American G. I. Forum, treasurer of the Sportsman's Club, member of VFW Post 61. Retired from Pueblo Depot Activity with 41 years and nine months of service. He enjoyed working in his garden and yard and loved taking his grandchildren on excursions of knowledge. Survived by his beloved wife, Adelia Pacheco of the family home; children, Charlene (Gene) Vega, Azusa, Calif., Louis Joe Jr. (Gina) Pacheco, San Pedro, Calif., Luther (Barbara) Pacheco, Marcus (Tina) Pacheco, both of Pueblo; sisters, Martha Herrera, Dolores (Albert) Hernandez, Alberta Russ, all of Pueblo, Frances Johnson, Alaska, Virginia (Claude) Trujillo, Phyllis (Eugene) Clevinger, both of Boone, Molly (Joe) Montano, Ordway, Carol Pacheco, Denver; nine grandchildren and a brother-in-law, Daniel Gonzales, Denver. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Sunday, Angelus Chapel; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Leander Church. Interment with full military honors by honor guard of Fort Carson at graveside, Roselawn. Family will receive friends at the home. Pacheco, Maclovia Maclovia Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - December 5, 1996 - Maclovia Pacheco, 84, Walsenburg, died Dec. 4, 1996. Survived by children, Julian Pacheco, Nick Pacheco, Alfred Maldonado, Sally Herrera, Amador Pacheco, Gasper Pacheco, Frank Pacheco, Lillian Duran, Mary Dugan, Jerry Pacheco, Richard Pacheco, Florida Pacheco, Deborah Seward; sisters, Chris Vigil, Martha Larrea; 42 grandchildren; 68 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. Services, Emmanuel Apostolic Church; Wake, 7 p.m. Friday. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday with Rev. Bernie Vigil officiating. Interment. Huerfano Masonic Cemetery. Huerfano World - December 7, 2000 - In Loving Memory of Maclovia Pacheco, who died four years ago Dec. 4, 1996. - Verse - Sadly missed by, Sons, daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Pacheco, Molly Molly Ibarra Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2005 - Molly Ibarra Pacheco, 80, passed away Jan. 13, 2005. Preceded in death by 6 brothers and 3 sisters, son, Richard Martinez, grandsons, Benjamin Martinez, Eugene Baros Jr., great-grandson, Abram Baros, and son-in-law, Gary Burger. Survived by brothers, John, Joe, Fred, Bernie, and Jimmie Pacheco; children, Elmer Baca, daughter-in-law, Tina Martinez, Genevieve Burger, Felix Martinez, Rudy (Brenda) Martinez, Rosalie (Ricardo) Maestas; 17 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 7 great great-grandchildren. Molly enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and sharing her childhood memories. She worked hard all her life to provide for her children. Molly also loved Mexican Music and singing. Visitation Saturday, 10a.m. -5p.m., and Sunday 1p.m. -4p.m., at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends and family at Burger Family Residence in Pueblo West. Pacheco, Octaviano Jr. Octaviano Pacheco Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - August 17, 2002 - Octaviano Pacheco Jr., 49. Services to take place in Taos, N.M. Pacheco, Onofre M. Onofre M. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - November 19, 1986 - Onofre M. Pacheco, 83, late of 1305 E. 12th, passed away unexpectedly Nov. 17, 1986, at a local hospital. Survived by children, Nicky Montoya, Pueblo, Mollie Ibarra, Pueblo, Manuel (Cruz) Pacheco, Fort Lupton, John P. (Josephine) Pacheco, Pueblo, Andres A. (Rosa) Pacheco, Pueblo, Bernardo (Joyce) Pacheco, Denver, Paul (Maria) Pacheco, Los Angeles, Calif., Alfredo (Louise) Pacheco, Denver, Magdelena Pacheco, Denver, Bernardo G. Pacheco, Denver, Pedro (Maria) Pacheco, Pueblo, Jim (Linda) Pacheco, Commerce City; a favorite granddaughter, Marlene Prince, U.S. Marine Corps stationed in Japan; 62 other grandchildren; 96 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Juanita Cordova, New Mexico; a brother, Steve Tafoya, Avondale; and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. Preceded in death by her daughter, Florentine Coca, New Mexico, in 1969, and her husband, Andres Avelino Pacheco, on April 25, 1950. Visitation, 2 until 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, both services at St. Leander Church, 1402 E. Seventh, with Father Tom Talentino officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives at 1305 E. 12th St. Pacheco, Pedro Pedro Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 01, 2002 - Pedro Pacheco, 57, of Pueblo, passed away July 31, 2002. He is preceded in death by his parents, Andres Avelino and Eonofre Pacheco; brothers, Paul and Manuel Pacheco; sisters, Nickanora (Margarito) Montoya, Florentina (Anastacio) Coca; and grandson, Andrew Joseph Pacheco. He is survived by his loving wife, Maria Pacheco; sons, Pedro Jr., Albert Lee (Diane), Rick (Debra), Andres "Panda" (Lisa) and Gareth Pacheco; brothers, Fred (Louisa), Bernie, Jim (Linda), John (Josephine), Andres and Joe (Joyce) Pacheco; sisters, Molly (Richard) Martinez and Madeline (Jess) Martinez; 22 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Pedro loved boxing, fishing, hunting, people and coaching. He especially loved his children, grandchildren, godchildren, family and friends. Vigil rosary and Scripture service, 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Romero Chapel. Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall following service. Pacheco, Raynalda Raynalda Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - November 02, 1986 - Raynalda Pacheco of 2816 Northeast 26th Place, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., formerly of Pueblo, died Oct. 29, 1986, at the age of 83. Mrs. Pacheco was born in Las Animas and moved to Florida in June 1985. She is survived by her daughter, Ramona (Edward) Hill of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and two grandchildren, Nancy and Theodore Hill, also of Fort Lauderdale. She is survived also by several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: her husband, Theodore Pacheco, in 1974. Recitation of the rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday, and Mass of Christian Burial, 1 p.m. Monday, both services at; Christ the King Church, with Father Thomas Talentino presiding. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends at Christ the King Church Hall at 3 p.m. following the interment. Pacheco, Rebecca R. Rebecca R. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - November 25, 1999 - Rebecca R. Pacheco, 86, of Pueblo, went to be with the sovereign Lord Monday, Nov. 22, 1999. She was a member of St. Leander Catholic Church, the mariachi choir and other various organizations. She is predeceased by her husband, Joe Pacheco Sr.; daughter, Nina Rodriguez; sons, Gilbert and Eugene Pacheco; infants, Richard and Annie Pacheco; and brother, Marcelino Bueno. She is survived by her children, Helen (Tex) Young, Joe (Betty) Pacheco Jr., Tessie (Everett) Kellogg and John Pacheco; brothers, Lewis Bueno of Florence and Federico (Antoinette) Bueno; sisters, Gloria Medina, Stephanie Garcia and Dolores Martinez of La Junta; 14 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Leander Catholic Church. Interment to follow in Roselawn Cemetery. A recitation of the rosary will be at 6 p.m. Friday at the Rose Chapel. Pacheco, Richard Paul Richard Paul (Drackie) Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - December 11, 2002 - Richard Paul (Drackie) Pacheco, 63, passed away unexpectedly Dec. 6, 2002, in Cripple Creek, Colo. Born on Aug. 19, 1939, in Pueblo, Colo. Lifetime resident of Pueblo and later moved to Colorado Springs, Colo. Preceded in death by his father, Paul Joe Pacheco, 1969; mother, Mary A. Pacheco, 1979; sister, Judith Ann Pacheco, 1944; and nephew, Patrick N. Espinoza, 1993. Richard loved to travel, go to the dog track and to Cripple Creek. His favorite football team was the Denver Broncos and he loved to fish. Survived by two brothers, Joe L. (Mary) Pacheco and John (Irene) Pacheco, Pueblo, Colo.; sister, Charlotte (Gene) Espinoza, Colorado Springs, Colo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2002. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2002. Visitation and services will be held at Angelus Funeral Directors, 2535 Airport Road, Colorado Springs, Colo. Cremation to follow. Pacheco, Ronald Eugene Ronald Eugene Pacheco - Huerfano Journal - August 7, 2008 - Ronald Eugene Pacheco fifty-nine years old, passed away July 29, 2008. He was born to Julian and Viola Pacheco on January 15, 1949. His father precedes him in death and he is survived by his mother Viola Marie, children Heather, Taylor and Tracey and seven grandchildren. A brother to Bernadette (Ricardo) Castillo, Bill Pacheco, Joann (Jack) Pacheco-Coulter, and Etta Pacheco and four nieces and three nephews. He attended St. Mary's School in Walsenburg and graduated in 1967. He attended SCSC in Pueblo until he enlisted in the Marines serving a tour of duty in Viet Nam as a field radio operator. He made his home in Colorado Springs where he truly enjoyed working construction, caring for his horses, cooking, landscaping, gardening, and barbeques. A memorial mass will the held on August 11, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. St. Mary's Church, Walsenburg, Colorado. A private family interment will be held. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to: CU Foundation, Div. of Medical Oncology Dr. Eckhardt, P.O. Box 6511, MS 8117, Aurora, CO 80045 In Memory of Ronald E. Pacheco pancreatic cancer research. Pacheco, Ruben Lorenzo Ruben Lorenzo Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - April 16, 2001 - Ruben Lorenzo Pacheco, 71, of Blanca. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. today at The Sangre De Cristo Church in San Luis, Colo. Pacheco, Rubye Rubye Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 31, 2002 - Rubye Pacheco, born March 9, 1923, in Solar, Colo., to Percy and Clarita Lucero, was called home Aug. 29, 2002. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Bernice Padilla, Anita Ocampo; and brother, George. Rubye was well known for her great cooking and operated the Trails End Cafe for many years. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Dan Pacheco. They were wed Feb. 13, 1942. She also leaves behind her 10 children to honor and cherish her memory: Eileen (John) Brashe, Georgia, George, Robert (DeeDee), Joey, Andrew (Carleen), Barbara (Alvin) Vallejos, all of Walsenburg, James, La Veta, Dan Jr. (Vi), Pueblo West; 24 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; a brother, Gilbert Lucero; sisters, Olivia DeHerrera, Pueblo, Fern Wilson, San Leandro, Calif. Rosary, 7 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, St. Mary Church in Walsenburg. Cremation will follow the service. The family will receive family and friends at the Eagles Hall after the service. Pacheco, Rudolph Gilbert Rudolph Gilbert Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - November 12, 2004 - Rudolph Gilbert Pacheco, 76, passed away Nov. 9, 2004. Born May 8, 1928, in Troy, Colo. He was a retired barber and operated his shop in Bessemer from 1962 until 1990. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Predeceased by his parents, Casimiro and Margaret Tenorio Pacheco. Survived by his children, Celeste (Dennis) Madrid, Jerry Pacheco, David (Debbie) Pacheco, Rudy (Debbie) Pacheco; siblings, Marina (Abel) Martinez, Tony (Stella) Pacheco, Frank (Frances) Pacheco, Pat (Richard) Sandoval, Vera Aranda, Roy (Juanita) Pacheco; seven grandchildren, Derrick (Monica) Madrid, Valerie (Jeff) Rosales, Torrie Pacheco, Adrianne Pacheco, Mark Pacheco, Matt Pacheco, Kristen Pacheco; two great-grandchildren, Sheridan Madrid, Michael Rosales; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Rosary vigil, 12:30 p.m. Saturday, followed by the funeral Mass at 1 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church, with Monsignor Marvin J. Kapushion. Military honors at graveside, Mountain View Cemetery by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Pacheco, Rudolph Louis Sr. Rudolph Louis "Rudy" Pacheco Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - April 04, 2000 - Rudolph Louis "Rudy" Pacheco Sr., 49, passed away unexpectedly on March 31, 2000, in Garland, Texas. Rudy was born on Sept. 14, 1950, in Las Vegas, N.M., a son of the late Benjiman Velasquez Sr. and Emma Velasquez of Pueblo. Rudy is also survived by his children, Anntonett Pacheco of Pueblo and Rudy Pacheco Jr. of San Antonio; his two grandchildren, Nicholas and Kendall; his brothers, Karl (Stella) Pacheco and Ronald Velasquez; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Rudy was also preceded in death by his brother; Benjamin Velasquez Jr. Rudy graduated from South High School in 1968. He retired from the U.S. Army in 1991 as a Master Sergeant after 23 years of service. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland. He was presently employed as Chief of Operations for the U.S. Department of Labor in Dallas, Texas. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends and colleagues. Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. today. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 5, 2000, at Holy Family Parish with Rev. Jesse Perez officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens with full military honors. Family may be contacted at 1928 Claremont and 213 Van Buren. Pacheco, Sadie Sadie Pacheco - Huerfano World - March 27, 2003 - In Loving Memory of Mother Sadie Pacheco, who died March 30, 1970. Grandmother Onofre Vigil on March 21, 1979 and Godmother Benita Pineda on her birthday March 21. - Verse - Sadly missed by, Gonzales, Sanchez and Vigil families. Pacheco, Sedelia Sedelia "Sadie" Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - March 28, 2001 - Age 71, passed away March 26, 2001. She is preceded in death by her father, Tobias Gonzales; her mother and stepfather, Antonio and Lena Gallegos; brothers, Benny Gonzales and Gilbert Gallegos; and sisters, Avelina Gallegos and Beatrice Espinoza. She is survived by her husband, Amador Pacheco; children, Anita (John) Sandoval and Florence (Joe) Drobnick, both of Hesperia, Calif., Karen (Fernando) Ramirez, Baldwin Park, Calif., Tom (Araceli) Pacheco, Rialto, Calif., Teresa (Jon) Huston and Idolina (Heriberto) Domenech, both of Pueblo; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Benji (Lupita) Gonzales, Sun City, Calif., Mary (Joe) Medina, Pueblo, Albert (Betty) Gallegos, Colorado Springs, Louie (Doma) Gallegos, Denver, and Frankie (Patsy) Gallegos, Pueblo; brother-in-law, Arnold Espinoza, Boise, Idaho; and sister-in-law, Martha Gonzales, Pueblo. Mrs. Pacheco was a sales associate for Kmart and later for Sears for many years. Prayer service, 7 p.m. Friday, Praise Assembly of God, 2000 Troy Ave., Pueblo. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Saturday, Pikes Peak Memorial Gardens Chapel, Airport Road and Academy Road, Colorado Springs. Interment, Memorial Gardens, Colorado Springs. Pacheco, Shanell Andrea Shanell Andrea Pacheco Pueblo Chieftain August 31, 2006 - Shanell Andrea Pacheco, 26, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord on Aug. 26, 2006. She is survived by her loving mother, Sylvia Martinez; father, Mark Martinez; biological father, Pedro Pacheco; three siblings; grandparents, Joe and Elva Martinez and "Nena" Pacheco; special loving godparents, Carol and Carlos Gonzales; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. Donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 4072 Pittsfield, MA, 01202. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Romero Chapel. Pacheco, Ted Ted Pacheco - Huerfano World - January 5, 1995 - In Memoriam - In Loving Memory of our Dad, Ted Pacheco, who died Dec. 25, 1971. - Verse - Sadly missed by Priscilla, Esther, Tina, Arnold and families. Pacheco, Unknown Unknown Pacheo - Brandon Bell - July 25, 1913 - Enfino Rodriguies confessed at Pueblo to the killing of a man named Pacheo. Pacheco, Victor P. Victor P. Pacheco - Pueblo Chieftain - January 01, 2004 - Victor P. Pacheco, 58 of Pueblo, passed away Dec. 30, 2003. He was born Aug. 15, 1945. Preceded in death by father, Ben M. Pacheco. Survived by loving mother, Frances Pacheco, who was with him at the time of his death; wife, Isabel Pacheco; daughters, Jennifer Pacheco, Annette Trujillo, Roxanne (Mike) Hernandez; grandchildren, Anthony, Rebecca, Jason, Jessie, Jessica, Jacob and Christopher. Brother to Cora (Louis) Vigil, Barbara (William) McConnell, Shirley (George) Apodaca, Gloria (J.R.) Trujillo, Priscilla Casados, Kathy (Dallas) Avent, Moses (Cecelia), Jess (Mike), Julia (Rudy) DeHerrera, Jennie, Sally (Adolfo) Pacheco Chacon, Liz, Rudy (Janine); numerous relatives and many friends. Victor loved music and was a popular and talented musician and was very generous and loving; he will be dearly missed. Victor was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Viewing, 1 to 6 p.m. Friday, at Romero Chapel. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, also at Romero Chapel. Relatives and friends will be received at the family home. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Pachek, Chester O. Chester O. Pachek - Pueblo Chieftain - July 25, 1985 - Chester O. Pachek of 5 Bridle Trail, July 24, 1985. Husband of Mrs. Mary Pachek, who passed away Jan. 8, 1967. Father of Ronald (Robin) Pachek, Mrs. Betty Jean (Edward) Bilger, both of Pueblo; Mrs. Charlotte Gualeni, Fort Knox, Kentucky, and Robert Pachek, Longmont, Brother of Clyde (Ruth) Pachek, Bremerion, Washington, and Mrs. Lindis (Leo) Micneke, Omaha, Neb. Grandfather of Cindy and Carrie Bilger; Jodie Hund; Judie and Julie Gualeni; Tammy, Ranae, Bobbie Jo, Marie and Jacqueline Pachek. Survived also by several nieces and nephews. Mr. Pachek was born June 6, 1917, in Wetmore. He was a resident of Pueblo for many years. He was employed by CF&I Steel Corp. for 39 years, retiring from the arc furnace department in 1980. Service, 11 a.m. Saturday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment Roselawn. Family will receive friends at 5 Bridle Trail or 218 Jefferson. Pachek, John H. John H. Pachek - Pueblo Chieftain - October 01, 1998 - John H. Pachek, age 99, passed away Sept. 29, 1998. Preceded in death by his wife, Rose C. Pachek. Survived by his daughter, Gertrude Pachek, Pueblo, Colo.- and son, Carl (Therese) Pachek, Phoenix, Ariz. Grandfather of Robert (Mary) Pachek, Wiggins, Colo., Jan (David) Richard, Donna Pachek, Paula Pachek and Carol Pachek, all of Phoenix, Ariz. Also survived by eight great-grandchildren- sister, Julia Henrich- as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Pachek was the oldest living retiree of the CF&I Steel Corporation. Viewing, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Rosary, Friday, 7 p.m. and funeral Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Patrick Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Pachek, Mary Mrs. Mary Pachek - Pueblo Chieftain - January 9, 1967 - Mrs. Mary Pachek of 732 Elm, Jan. 8. Wife of Chester O. Pachek. Mother of Mrs. Betty Jean Bilger, Robert W. Pachek, Mrs. Charlotte Hund and Ronald J. Pachek of Pueblo, Survived also by two grandchildren. Member of Assumption Parish. Private service and interment. Pachek, Mary Catherine Mary Catherine Pachek - Pueblo Chieftain - April 02, 2006 - Mary Catherine Pachek, 93, passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2006, at the Life Care Center in Pueblo. Mary was born on March 7, 1913, in Pueblo. Her husband, Edward, preceded her in death in 1990. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Marge and Don Sosna, Overland Park, Kan., and Kathy and Gary Salimeno, Pueblo West, Colo.; four grandchildren, Kevin Sosa and wife Jennifer, Shawnee, Kan., Kristin and husband Tony Stanton, Overland Park, Kan., Kirt Salimeno and wife Ilia, Erie, Colo., and Carrie and husband Chad Wildin, Beaverton, Ore.; and five great-grandchildren, Jacob and Katie Sosna, Lucas and Noah Stanton and Hanna Wildin. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Life Care Center for the compassionate care given to Mary during her four year stay there. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 4, 2006, St. Francis Xavier Church, 611 Logan Avenue, Pueblo, Colo. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Francis Xavier Church in Mary's memory. Pachetti, Pasquale Pasquale Pachetti - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - July 19, 1912 - Pasquale Pachetti, an Italian twenty-three years old, was shot three times following a saloon row, in Trinidad, and died. Pacholski, Eleanor Eleanor Pacholski - Pueblo Chieftain - October 18, 2001 - Eleanor Pacholski, 84, went to be with the Lord Oct. 16, 2001. For 70 years, Eleanor resided in Chicago, Ill., and later moved to Pueblo, Colo. She adapted to the community by becoming involved in the Penguin Club of the YWCA and regularly attending church at Christ the King. She cherished her family and took great pride in her home. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Stanley Pacholski. Survived by children, Jim (Donna) Pacholski of Fox River Grove, Ill., Chris (Tom) Reichert of Pueblo; as well as grandchildren, Cara Pacholski, Lisa (Mike) Borden, Lora (Mohammed) Labadi, Cher (Andy) Hanson, Dawn (Brad) Young, Bryan Reichert, Brent Reichert; great-grandchildren, Ryne Borden, Callie Borden and Serene Labadi. Also survived by sisters, Sophie Balla, Emily Grandt; and special friend and caregiver, Jill Lang. Donations can be made through the funeral home in Eleanor's name to Misericordia or the charity of your choice. A memorial Mass will be held at a later date. Pachta, Henry L. Henry L. "Hank" Pachta - Pueblo Chieftain - February 01, 2004 - Henry L. "Hank" Pachta, 63, passed away Jan. 30, 2004. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Charlie; and his sister, Caroline. Survived by his wife, Dona; son, James (Debbie) Pachta, Moriarty, N.M.; and daughter, Carol Pachta, Pueblo; four grandsons, Jimmy, Patrick, Stephen and Michael; brother, Jack (LaVerne) Pachta, Belen, N.M.; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Hank was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. He was a member of BPOE No. 90 in Pueblo and worked in the concrete business for 34 years. Visitation, 3 to 7 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Tuesday, at the Methodist Church in Des Moines, N.M. Interment will follow in the Des Moines Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions to the American Cancer Society in his memory. Pack, A. F. A. F. Pack Pueblo Star Journal January 3, 1910 A. F. Pack, a resident of this city for over 25 years, died Sunday night at a local hospital. He was 91 years of age and formerly held a position as foreman for a number of years at the Rio Grande shops. He is survived by four sons, W. F. Pack of Chicago, J. A. Pack of Boise, Idaho, J. W. Pack of Berkeley, California, and R. L. Pack of Humbolt, Ariz. Messages have been sent to the sons advising them of their father's death, and it is expected that they will come to the city for the funeral. The body is at West & Whiton's. Pack, Kedrick Charles Kedrick Charles Pack - Pueblo Chieftain - May 30, 2004 - Kedrick Charles Pack, 90, lifetime Puebloan, born Dec. 6, 1913, passed away May 25, 2004. After graduation from high school, Mr. Pack stepped forward to serve his country in the U.S. Army where he attained the rank of staff sergeant, serving in Central Europe, Naples Foggia, Rhineland and Rome Arno Apennies. After his military stint, Mr. Pack worked for the former CF&I Steel Mill's open hearth department and retired with 38 years of service. A member of Eureka Lodge No. 2 F&AM (PHA) where in 1996, his fellow brethren elected him Mason of the Year for his contribution to his lodge and community from then worshipful master, Russell E. Creighton. He also was a fifty-year member of the James H. McNeal American Legion Post 163, Department of Colorado. He enjoyed bowling, watching football and working in his garden. Survived by his wife of 62 years, Katherine Anderson Pack; daughters, Beverly Kay Taylor and Janet Mildred Cullingham; grandchildren, Alica (Keith) Martin, Bronica Garces, Kamala Cullingham, Thomas Cullingham; great-grandchildren, Melissa Ann Martin, Jasmine Speight, Tifanny Speight; sister-in-law, Marlene (James) Brown; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Maude Moody Pack; a son, Charles Franklin Levell. Visitation, noon until 4 p.m. Monday, Angelus Chapel. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Bethlehem Baptist Church, with the Rev. John Wayne Richardson officiating. Military honors at graveside by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Pack, Thomas Thomas "Bert" Pack - Pueblo Chieftain - March 14, 1999 - Thomas "Bert" Pack, 99, passed away March 12, 1999, at Minnequa Medicenter Nursing Home. Bert was born in Fairview, Ohio, on Dec. 25, 1899, to the union of Charles and Nettie Pack. Bert was preceded in death by both his parents-wife, Viola May- son, Emerson Pack of Xenia, Ohio- and grandson, Randy J. of Pueblo. Mr. Pack is survived by his son, Ron (Sandy) Pack, and grandson, David Pack, both of Pueblo. Also survived by several family members of Ohio. There will be no funeral service. Burial will be at the Brookside Cemetery in Rye, Colo., on Tuesday, March 16, 1999. Viewing, Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. and Monday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The family wishes to thank Virginia Jefferson who cared for Bert at home before he was admitted to the nursing home and would like to thank the staff at the Minnequa Medicenter Nursing Home for all their help and compassion in the last few months of Bert's life. The family respectfully requests the omission of food Packan, Maria Maria (Zajac) Packan - Pueblo Chieftain - November 30, 1997 - Maria (Zajac) Packan, born Feb. 1, 1921, in Rogoznica Mala, Bialystok, Poland, passed away Nov. 27, 1997, in Waco, Texas. Maria came to Pueblo in 1945 as a refugee of WWII, sponsored by her uncle, Floryan Zajac. She was employed at Corwin hospital for 13 years and at the State Hospital for 20 years until her retirement. She retired to Scottsdale, Ariz., where she lived until 1997. At that time she moved to Waco, Texas, to be near her daughter and son-in-law. Her husband, Leon, preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara J. (William C.) Daney. Her grandchildren, Colette M. Daney, Tamara (Ariel Cao) Daney-Cao, William C. Daney Jr. and R. Todd (Zoe) Daney- as well as her great-grandchildren, Gabrielle Vigil and Eric Vigil. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Sheets residence, 15 Temple Drive, following the interment. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Kidsville Children's Hospital, Hillcrest Medical Center, 3000 Herring, Waco, Texas, 76708. Packard, Marvin Marvin Packard Albuquerque Journal - March 17, 2002 - Marvin Packard, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on March 14, 2002. Marvin was born on March 30, 1927 in Walsenburg, CO. Prior to retirement Marvin had been in the trucking business for over 20 years and then worked as a supervisor for Chevron Oil Refineries for another 20 years. He was proud to have served his country during WWII in the United States Navy. He loved to golf, enjoyed traveling all over the United States in his R.V. with his wife, and was very passionate about gardening his beautiful roses. He was a very loving husband, father and grandfather and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Marvin is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Mary Lou of Rio Rancho; his four children, Marsha Hamner and husband, Avery of Gig Harbor, WA, Ross Packard of Albuquerque, Marla Packard-Smith and husband, William of Prattville, AL, Marcie Holland of Costa Mesa, CA, and Sherry Wingo of Pueblo, CO; his grandchildren, Dawn Theriault and husband, Doug, Jay Hamner and wife, Kristin, Avy Myklegard and husband, Jason, David Tollerud; and one great-grandchild, Alison Hamner; and a host of very special friends. A Visitation for Marvin will be held on Monday, March 18, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Rio Rancho Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. also in the chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ross Packard, Avery Hamner, William Smith, David Tollerud, Jay Hamner and Lloyd Westphal. Services are under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM (505) 891-9192. Packard, Murl Boston Murl Boston Packard - Huerfano World - December 24, 1998 - Murl Boston Packard, 92, passed away on October 17, 1998 in Taos, N.M. Murl was born in Atwood, KS in 1905 and shortly thereafter, his family moved to Walsenburg, Colorado. At the age of ten Murl went to work for the Schaefer Market as a delivery boy to the coal camps and later graduated to the position of butcher, subsequently taking a position with Safeway Stores. In 1925, he married Lucy Supancic of Walsenburg. In 1936 Murl was transferred to the Safeway Store in Taos, N.M. to take a position as meat market manager. In 1939 he and his partner opened the Plaza Super Market on the north side of Taos Plaza, which was a Taos fixture until 1972 when the store was sold to Smiths Grocery, Inc. Murl served on the City Council, was president of the Taos Chamber of Commerce, and president of the State Highway 64 Association to build the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge northwest of Taos. He also was a 50 year member of the Taos Lions Club. Murl is survived by his wife of 73 years, Lucy Packard and daughter Rose Marie. He was preceded in death by his only son Harry Maurice and wife Anastasia. He is also survived by his sisters, Ida Boscia, Denver and Doris Fink, Walsenburg; sisters-in-laws Helen Dryden and Ruth Supanicic, Walsenburg; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, six nieces and three nephews. Burial was in Sierra Vista Cemetery in Taos. Padgett, Vivian Maria Vivian Maria Padgett - Pueblo Chieftain - May 31, 1987 - Vivian Maria Padgett passed away May 28, 1987. Survived by her children, Mrs. Bonnie Jean (Don R.) Hall and Mrs. Betty Joan Pelc, both of .Pueblo; sister, Mrs. Mildred Dauwe, Wichita, Kan., brother, R. La Verne Higgins of Ottawa, Ill. Also survived by six grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, John E. Padgett, on Feb. 8, 1977, and son, Jack Gordon Padgett. Born May 14, 1905, in Kansas City, Kan., and had been a longtime Pueblo resident. Member of the First United Methodist Church; Coffeyville Chapter 112, OES, Coffeyville, Kan.; Rebekah Circle and the Arts and Crafts Circle. Service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Rouch Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Edward W. Paup officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Those who desire may contribute to the First United Methodist Church Parking Lot Fund or to the American Cancer Society through the funeral home office. Padia, Nestor Nestor Padia - Walsenburg World - September 23, 1911 - Died near Walsenburg, September 15, 1911, Nestor Padia age 65 years. Padia, Stella M. Stella M. Padia - Huerfano World - June 16, 1994 - Stella M. Padia, 74, of Walsenburg, died Saturday, June 11, 1994 in St. Mary Corwin Hospital where she had been a patient for over a week. Born June 17, 1919, in Walsenburg to Edward and Amelia Tafoya Wilkins Sr., she married Solomon Padia and worked as a receptionist for the Huerfano County Department of Social Services until her retirement in 1990. She was a member of St. Mary Church. Survivors include her husband, Solomon (Wally), Walsenburg; two daughters, Maureen Gladke, Elmira, NY, and Sharon Stone, Colorado Springs; three brothers, Joe Wilkins, Charlie Wilkins and Gilbert Wilkins, three grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Rosary was Tuesday from St. Mary Church. The Celebration of Life was Wednesday from the church. Burial was in North St. Mary Cemetery. Padilla, Alfred Alfred Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - February 02, 2000 - Alfred Padilla, 81, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord Jan. 31, 2000. Born March 30, 1918, in Wagon Mound, N.M. Alfred was a lifetime resident of Pueblo. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Julia M. Padilla, Feb. 24, 1994; and by parents, Placido Padilla and Maximiana Lopez. Survived by his children, Ida (Dave) Trujillo, Denver, Barbara Padilla, Pueblo, Leroy (Charlotte) Padilla, Pueblo, David Padilla, Pueblo, Irene (Roger) Vigil, Montana, Walter (Lisa) Padilla, Las Vegas, Nev.; also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends. Alfred will be missed by all who loved and knew him. Alfred enjoyed walking his dog in the park and the time he spent with his grandchildren and family. Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Romero Chapel. Memorial prayer service, 7 p.m. Wednesday and funeral service, 11 a.m. Thursday, both at Romero Chapel, Pastor Abel Fuentes, officiant. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after interment. Padilla, Amadeo Joe Amadeo Joe Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - March 6, 1987 - Amadeo Joe Padilla, 71, passed away at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital on March 3, 1987. Mr. Padilla is survived by his wife, Mary Padilla; children, Chris (Cecelia) Padilla, George (Ros) Padilla, Harold (Juanita) Padilla, all of Pueblo; stepson, Carlos (Donna) Gonzales of California, Mike Gonzales of Texas; daughter, Julia (Leroy) Pino of Pueblo; three stepdaughters, Pat (Ken) Rodriguez of Colorado; Mary Baca of Pueblo; Vicki (Joe) Trujillo of Boone; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; mother, Elvira Padilla; and father-in-law, Tito Segura. He is also survived by five brothers, Bennie Padilla, Marcello Padilla, Dan Padilla, Jim Padilla, Enos Padilla; two sisters, Sinforosa Montoya; Eva Trujillo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Padilla was born Jan. 31, 1916, in Walsenburg and was a longtime resident of Pueblo. He worked in construction and was a member of the Laborer's Union until he retired. He was member of Sacred Heart Cathedral. Visitation hours from noon until time of rosary today at Imperial Funeral Home. Rosary recitation at 8 p.m. today at Imperial Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 1987, at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment, Pieta, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at Imperial Reception Hall following interment. Padilla, Ann A. Ann A. Padilla - Colorado Springs Gazette - February 9, 2008 - Ann A. Padilla, passed away on February 5, 2008. She was born in Trinidad, Colorado on July 10, 1928. She is survived by her beloved husband Joe, three sons; Leslie, Ron and Dale, three daughters; Debbie, Brenda, and Valerie. Service will be held Monday, February 11th at 10:00 a.m. in Denver, at the Moore Howard Chapel 4345 W. 46th Avenue. Padilla, Arcenio Arcenio "Archie" Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - March 11, 2003 - Arcenio "Archie" Padilla, 75, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord March 10, 2003. Born Nov. 17, 1927, in La Manga, N.M. Retired from C&W Railroad after 32 years. Preceded in death by his parents, Petrolino and Marieta Padilla; brothers, Sotero, Filadelfio, Frutoso, Candelario Padilla; sister, Miquelita Benevidez. Survived by spouse, Della Padilla; sons, Gerald (Rhonda), Frank (Colleen), Lawrence (Margaret), Archie (Norma) Padilla, all of Pueblo; daughters, Mary (Alejandro) Padilla, Pueblo, Patsy (Sal) Garcia, Albuquerque N.M., Sharon (Charles) Jaramillo, Alamogordo, N.M., Sylvia (Pete), Pueblo, Deborah (Ted) Garcia, Pueblo; brother, Onecemio (Rafelita) Padilla, Pueblo; sister, Clofas Benevidez, Pueblo; sister-in-law, Julia Padilla, Pueblo, Perphe Padilla, Las Vegas N.M. Also survived by 27 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; pets, Snowball and Gidget. Viewing, 2 to 7 p.m. today, vigil rosary, 7 p.m. tonight, both at Romero Chapel. Funeral service, 3 p.m. Wednesday, at West Street Baptist West. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Thursday, St. Francis Church. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall Thursday after Interment. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Padilla, Bennie D. Bennie D. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - August 22, 2001 - Age 75, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Aug. 20, 2001. Bennie is predeceased by his parents, Delfina Martinez and Albert Martinez, and also his loving wife, Virginia Padilla. He is survived by his sister, Theresa (Felipe) Vigil; two nieces; four nephews; and numerous other relatives and friends. Visitation will be from noon until 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery, with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Padilla, Bernice A. Bernice A. "Bea" Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - February 07, 2001 - Bernice Padilla, 69, was born in Cameron, Colo., on Nov. 3, 1931, to Tim and Clarita Valdez, who preceded her in death. She lived in Walsenburg until her marriage in 1952, when she moved to Greeley, residing there for the next four years. She then moved to Trinidad and resided there for 27 years, and moved to Pueblo in 1986, where she lived until her death. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Del Padilla; son, Tim Padilla, Alaska; daughter, Susan (Bill) Kurtz, Highlands Ranch; sisters, Ruby (Dan) Pacheco, Walsenburg, Olivia (John) DeHerrera, Pueblo, and Ferne Wilson, California; brother, Gilbert (Mary) Lucero, Pueblo; step-sisters, Nettie (Ben) Maes, Pueblo, Juanita Stockholm, Alamosa; brother-in-law, Ben O'Campo, California; aunt, Betty (Tony) Chavez, California. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Predeceased by sister, Anita O'Campo. She was a loving wife and mother who will be sadly missed by all. Bernice especially enjoyed going to Las Vegas and Cripple Creek. Memorial Mass, noon Thursday, St. Pius X Church. The family will greet friends at the church hall following the services. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Padilla, Cleo Cleo Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - March 5, 1987 - Cleo Padilla, 77, late of 924 Van Buren, died March 4, 1987. Member of St. Patrick Church. A foster mother to many children for many years. Formerly employed at the Pueblo Depot Activity for many years. Survivors include her husband, Thomas Padilla; children, Bernie (Mable) Quintana, Virginia (Ross) Martinez, both of Denver, Louise (Bob) Garcia, Grand Junction, Vera Lawrence, Pueblo, Gloria (Victor) Mendoza, Denver, Thomas (Arline) Padilla Jr., Pueblo, and Leroy Padilla, Denver; stepchildren, Julian (Rose) Padilla, Santa Fe, N.M., Rick (Rita) Padilla, Eddie Padilla, both of California, Josie (Floyd) Duran, New Mexico, Shirley (Ross) VanCleve and Charlene (Jerry) Avery, Salt Lake City. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Thursday, and Mass of Christian Burial, 11 a.m. Friday, both services at St. Patrick Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at 924 Van Buren. Padilla, Emilia E. Emilia E. Padilla - Huerfano World - May 16, 1991 - Emilia E. Padilla, 73, Walsenburg, died Friday, May 10, 1991, in Huerfano County Medical Center. Born Nov. 17, 1917, in Oakview, she lived all her life in Huerfano County and attended local schools. She met Eddie Padilla, a schoolmate, she later married. Mrs. Padilla is survived by her husband, Eddie, of the family home; four children, Beatrice Bailey and Jane Sanchez, Walsenburg, James E. Padilla, Pueblo and Anthony Padilla, Denver; 14 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral mass was Tuesday from St. Mary Church. Burial was in La Veta Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of arrangements. Padilla, Ercilia M. Ercilia M. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - November 19, 1999 - Ercilia M. Padilla, 85, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 16, 1999. Mrs. Padilla will always be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joe M. Padilla, and son, Orlando Padilla. Survived by her sister, Elizabeth (Elesam) Santistevan, San Luis, Colo.; children, Joe P. Padilla, Colorado Springs, Richard (Ruth) Padilla, Pueblo, Patricia (Robert) Allen, Colorado Springs, Joseph (Rachel) Padilla, Colorado Springs, Gloria Hale, Adeline Padilla, Felix Padilla and Ernest Padilla, all of Pueblo, Ruth E. (Bob) Dryden, Avondale, Lawrence Padilla, Colorado Springs, Bernard (Antionette) Padilla, Julian (Delphinia) Padilla and Beatrice Padilla, all of Pueblo; as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. She also raised two of her grandchildren, Shirley Moorhead of Colorado Springs and Bobby Padilla, Pueblo. Visitation, 2 until 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Recitation of the rosary will be at 7 p.m. today at Adrian Comer Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20, 1999, at St. Joseph Church, Blende. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. Padilla, Faye Lena Ramirez Faye Lena Ramirez Valdez Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - July 11, 1989 - Faye Lena Ramirez Valdez Padilla, departed this life July 8, 1989, at Parkview Episcopal Hospital. Ms. Ramirez was born September 23, 1918, in Williams, Ariz. Mother of Noel (Dorothy) Valdez, Florence (Alfonso) Sanchez, both of Pueblo: sister of Ramona Medrano, Ventura, Calif., Magdelena Gomez, Tomasita Ramirez, both of Pueblo, Felix (Esther) Ramirez, Colorado Springs; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; former husband, Joe A. Padilla, Pueblo. Preceded in death by husbands, Noel Valdez, in 1956 and Joseph A. Valdez in 1970. Evening service, 7:30 today, Angelus Chapel with the Rev. Thompson and the Rev. Garcia officiating. Rosary recitation 7:30 p.m. Wednesday; Mass of Christian Burial, 9 a.m. Thursday; both services at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church with the Rev. Gene Martens S. J., celebrant. Interment, Imperial. Family will receive friends at the Mt. Carmel Parish hall following services. Padilla, Fedelina Fedelina Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - June 01, 2006 - Fedelina Padilla, 73, passed away May 26, 2006. She was born to Joaquion and Feliz Lozano on April 6, 1933. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers and one sister, Herman Lozano, Lorenzo Lozano and Angelina Valdez; and one grandson, Alfred James Cordova Jr. She married her husband of 58 years, Florentino Padilla on Sept. 8, 1947. They had seven children, Emelia Phyllis Gonzales, Kathleen (Alfred) Cordova, Madelene (Martin) Antunez, Florentino Padilla Jr., Donald Padilla, Rick (Delaine) Padilla and Jack (Betty) Padilla. She had 25 grandchildren, 72 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, and funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday; both at Romero Chapel, with Pastor Paul Elder and the Rev. Marco Salinas officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero's Hall after burial. Padilla, Frank Alfred Jr. Frank Alfred Padilla Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - May 17, 2000 - Frank Alfred Padilla Jr., 41, of Denver, passed away May 15, 2000. Born March 20, 1959, in Denver, Colo. Preceded in death by his father, Frank Padilla Sr. Survived by his loving wife, Gloria Padilla of Denver; children, Sandy Montano, Las Vegas, N.M., Frank Montano, Denver, and Freddy Montano, Las Vegas, N.M.; stepchildren, Lenore, Cindy, Tony and Jeannine; mother, Elizabeth Padilla, Denver; brothers, Ed Padilla, John Padilla and Alfred Padilla, all of Denver; sisters, Sandy Garcia, Littleton, and Flora Suazo, Denver; three grandchildren and nine step-grandchildren. Frank married Gloria on Feb. 23, 1995, and he enjoyed the time he spent with his family and friends. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. today at Romero Chapel. Memorial prayer service, 7 p.m. Thursday at Loving Way Church at 999 S. Colorado Blvd. in Denver, Colo. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Friday at Romero Chapel in Pueblo, Pastor Rob Hernandez officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after the interment. Padilla, Gabriel Gabriel G. (Gabe) Padilla - Huerfano World - May 21, 1964 - Gabriel G. (Gabe) Padilla of Denver died in a Pueblo hospital Tuesday morning after having been in failing health for some time. He was 65. A native of Tioga, Mr. Padilla was born on May 5, 1899 to Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Padilla, early settlers of the community. He farmed for many years in Huerfano County until he was forced to retire because of his health. The deceased leaves two daughters, Mrs. Hope Martinez, Pueblo, and Mrs. Joe DeAguerro, Oakland, Calif.; a son, Solomon (Wally) Padilla, Walsenburg; five brothers, Alfred, Avlino, Nick and Ernest Padilla all of Twin Falls, Idaho and Ben Padilla, Gardner; three sisters; Mrs. Margaret Martinez, and Mrs. Teresina Savlia, both of Twin Falls, and Mrs. Rose Balles, Gardner; a granddaughter, Mrs. M. Mondragon, Denver; and numerous nephews and nieces. Rosary will be recited a 3 p.m. today (Thursday) at St. Mary church. Requiem High Mass will be sung at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the family lot in the Gardner cemetery. The Furphy Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Padilla, George (Baby Girl of) Baby Girl Padilla Pueblo Chieftain - October 14, 1997 - Baby Girl Padilla went to baby heaven on Oct. 11, 1997, to join her sister, Henrietta Rayette Padilla, who preceded her in 1988. Survivors include her parents, George and Maxine Padilla; sisters, Raynette and Breann; grandmothers and numerous other relatives. Services, 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, 1997, at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, 2710 N. Elizabeth. Padilla, Irene Elsie Irene Elsie Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 1999 - Irene Elsie Padilla, 46, of Pueblo, passed away Jan. 25, 1999. Born on Nov. 24, 1952, in Pueblo. Preceded in death by her father, Bennie Padilla- and one brother, Bobby Padilla. Survived by her children, Carmelita (Jamime) Vasquez and Antonio Padilla, both of Pueblo- mother, Carmen Padilla, Pueblo- brothers, Dickie Padilla and John (Stella) Padilla, both of Pueblo- sister, Geraldine (Eddie) Barela, Pueblo- close friend, Abe LeFebre, Pueblo- numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Irene enjoyed her pet cats, bingo, and the time she spent with her family. Viewing, 1-5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, both at Mount Carmel Church, Rev. John Waters celebrant. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at the church hall after rosary and interment. Padilla, Jerry Jerry "Pickles" Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - November 14, 2005 - Jerry "Pickles" Padilla, 54, passed away Nov. 10, 2005. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline Chavez; siblings, Vincent, Conrad, and Bernadette. He is survived by his children, Jerry (Beverly), Joseph and Lisa (Miguel); grandchildren, Nathan, Jessica, Lorena, Shanice and Analise; siblings, Charlene, Darlene, James, Rosemary and Tony. Also former wife Mary. Memorial Service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Assumption Church, 919 E. Evans Ave. Padilla, Jose A. Jose A. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - July 28, 2005 - Jose A. Padilla, 57, affectionately known as "Rudy" passed away July 25, 2005, at the family home surrounded by his loving family. Rudy was born April 30, 1948, at the family home in Salt Creek. He was one of 10 children born to the Padilla Family. Rudy was a kind and caring man who loved his parents so much, for what they had given him and his siblings that he dedicated his life to caring and providing for them. He was also very proud of his New Mexican heritage, and loved telling stories even if they were good, bad, funny or embarrassing. Rudy was a generous man and would always help the family in their time of need. His illness and disability forced him to retire from the University of Southern Colorado (USC), as the director of admissions. He was the first person in his family to graduate from college and he always stressed the importance of education to his family. Rudy was a 1966 graduate of Pueblo County High School and was the vice president of his senior class. In 1970, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in physical education from Southern Colorado State College (SCSC), Pueblo, Colo. Rudy was a cheerleader for Southern Colorado State College (SCSC) from 1966 to 1970. He also received a master's degree. Then, in 1984, he received an educational specialist degree in college personnel administration from the University of Northern Colorado (UNC), Greeley, Colo. Rudy was one semester short of completing his doctorate degree before his illness. He was selected for inclusion in the 1980 edition of Outstanding Young Men of America. He was selected for inclusion in the 1980 edition of Outstanding Young Men of America. He was also a recipient of the Corporate Cup. Rudy is predeceased by Sonja Soto, Nestor and Agapita Benavidez, Petrolino and Marita Padilla. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Onecimo Juan and Maria Rafaelita Padilla; siblings Sofia (Tom) Cassares, Leo (Theresa) Padilla, Joseph (Kathy) Padilla, Susan (Victor) Soto, Georgia Padilla, Henry (Raquel MacCalom) Padilla, Virginia (Mike) Rodriguez, Carol Padilla, Rene (Scott) Shaw; 18 nieces and nephews; 18 great-nieces and great nephews; five God children; and many relatives and friends. Funeral Mass, 1 p.m. today, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, the Rev. Marco Antonio Salinas celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends at St. Joseph Hall following the burial rites. Padilla, Jose Val Jose Val Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - June 20, 2004 - Jose Val Padilla, 58, departed this life peacefully surrounded by his loving wife and daughters who observed his courageous fight until the early morning hours of June 17, 2004. He was born in Walsenburg on June 27, 1945. He served three years in the U.S. Army and was later employed in the rail mill with 38 years of service before his illness. He enjoyed all sports including golf, which he played every chance he could. Val is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Teresina Padilla; a brother, Richard Padilla; father- and mother-in-law Tom and Mickey Vigil. He leaves to cherish his memory beloved wife, Gloria Annabella Vigil Padilla, known to friends as "Bella;" three daughters, Pamela (Gilbert) Montoya, Valerie (Leroy) Trujillo and Lana Padilla; three grandchildren, Leroy Trujillo III, Adrian Trujillo and Adriana Padilla; three sisters, Ersie (Joe) Rivera, Virginia (Arnold) Manzanares and Lolly (Richard) Smith; sister-in-law, Priscilla Padilla; and special friend, Greg Madeo. Val was a member of the Eagles Lodge and St. Francis Xavier Church, where both services will be held. Vigil service, 7 p.m. Sunday and memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, with the Rev. Thomas R. Hinni, C.M., as celebrant. The Padilla family will receive friends at the Mediterranean Room following the Mass. Padilla, Josephine Josephine Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - November 06, 2001 - Josephine Padilla, 90 years of age, passed away Nov. 4, 2001. Born in Aguilar, Colo., Nov. 10, 1910, to the union of Daniel Griego and Natividad Martinez. Preceded in death by both parents; husband, Lee M. Padilla Sr.; sisters, Gertrude Sandoval, Eleanor Watson; and brother, Nick Griego. Survived by sisters, Della Trujillo, Belen, N.M., and Lucy Romero, Trinidad, Colo.; brother-in-law, Frank Sandoval, Pueblo, Colo.; and sister-in-law, Corrine Lopez, Fort Collins, Colo.; children, Lee M. (Mary) Padilla, Lucy (Earl) Taylor; and grandsons whom she helped raise, Thomas D. (Sharon L.) Martinez and Michael A. (Janice M.) Merritt, all of Pueblo; other grandchildren, Linda (Dennis) Cunico, Lisa M. Padilla, Pueblo, Colo., Marcus A. (Frances) Padilla, Craig, Colo., Patricia A. Padilla, Corpus Christi, Texas, Gregory S. Taylor, Las Vegas, Nev. Also survived by 15 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a devout Catholic and member of St. Leander Catholic Church. Josephine retired from the Pueblo Army Depot as a stock control clerk. She enjoyed spending time with her children, working in the garden and needle work. In her spare time, she was a volunteer with SRDA. Visitation, 3 to 7 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Recitation of the rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Leander Catholic Church, interment to follow Roselawn Cemetery. Those who wish, donations may be made in memory of Josephine Padilla to "Father Tom & Louie's Cupboard" through St. Leander Catholic Church. Padilla, Juan Filadelfio Juan Filadelfio Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - July 20, 2004 - Juan Filadelfio Padilla, 60, of Pueblo, passed away July 17, 2004. Born Feb. 11, 1944, in Tercio, Colo. Preceded in death by parents, Joe and Ercilia Padilla; brothers, Richard Padilla and Orlando Padilla. Survived by siblings, Joe Pete Padilla, Patricia (Bob) Allen, Joseph (Rachael) Padilla, Gloria Hale, Adeline Padilla, Ernest Padilla, Ruth (Robert) Dryden, Lawrence Padilla, Bernard (Antoinette) Padilla, Julian (Delphinia) Padilla and Beatrice Padilla; also raised as siblings, Shirley Moorhead and Bobby Padilla. Also survived by one aunt, numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and memorial service, 2 p.m. Wednesday; both at Romero Chapel. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after the service. Padilla, Juanita Vicenta Juanita Padilla - Independent - October 9, 1933 - Death Juanita Padilla - Mrs. Juanita Vicente Chavez Padilla, age 47 years, died at the ranch home of her daughter, Mrs. Joe Gonzales, at Mayne, Thursday. She is survived by her husband, Pedro Padilla, and her daughter, Mrs. Gonzales. Funeral services will be held from the residence at Mayne at 1:30 this afternoon and from St. Mary's church at 2 p.m. Interment will be in the Catholic cemetery under direction of Unfug-Peet. Padilla, Julie Ann Julie Ann Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - December 14, 1998 - Julie Ann Padilla, 15, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord Dec. 11, 1998, in Pueblo. Born on Feb. 7, 1983, in Pueblo. Preceded in death by grandparents, Higinio Padilla and Leandro Cordova. Survived by parents, Jimmy O. Padilla and Mary Bernice Cordova, Pueblo- brothers, Kenneth Padilla and Jimmie Padilla, both of Pueblo- sisters, Pamela (her sister and best friend) Padilla and Jamie (John) Romero, both of Pueblo- nephews and nieces, Elijah Little Lee" Padilla, Nicholas Rivera, Jacob Rivera and Brandon Romero, all of Pueblo- grandparents, Juanita Padilla, Pueblo, and Mary Emma Cordova, North Avondale. Also survived by eight aunts- seven uncles- and numerous cousins and friends. Julie was a 10th grade student at Centennial High and enjoyed children and the time she spent with her family and she loved music and dancing. She also loved basketball, baseball, riding her bike and the outdoors, camping and fishing. Viewing, 1-6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Romero Chapel. Memorial prayer service, 7 p.m. Tuesday at Romero Chapel. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday at Romero Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Padilla, Kelly D. Kelly D. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - September 29, 2005 - Kelly D. Padilla, 38, passed away Sept. 25, 2005. Service in Wyoming. Padilla, Louis B. Louis B. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - December 13, 2000 - Louis B. Padilla, 32, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Dec. 11, 2000. "Uncle Louie" will always be remembered as an active worker for the Lord and youth coordinator. He was a superb role model for all children. Louis was a member of West Street Baptist Church and enjoyed painting, playing basketball, and always rooting for the Denver Broncos. He was a man who truly enjoyed time with his loving family. He is predeceased by his grandparents, Modesto and Helen Gonzales; grandmother, Flora Nava, and uncle, Mr. Zeke Gonzales. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Padilla; children, Robbi , Cambrea and Joshua Padilla; mother, Mollie Rodriguez; sisters, Mary (Alejandro Valdez) Padilla, Pat (Sal) Garcia; brothers, Gerald (Rhonda), Frank (Colleen), Lawrence and Archie (Norma) Padilla; grandfather, Talo Nava; mother and father-in-law, Henry and Frances Martinez; brothers-in-law, Chip (Lisa) Nava, Brian Nava, Tim (Colleen) Nava; sister-in-law, Tracy (Harold) Medina; numerous nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, both at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food or flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Louis Padilla's Children Trust at Security Services Bank in his name. Padilla, Mary L. Mary L. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - September 12, 1999 - Mary L. Padilla, 56, of Pueblo, passed away Sept. 10, 1999. Born on June 20, 1943, in La Veta. Preceded in death by her father, Daniel Griego. Survived by her loving husband, James E. Padilla, of the family home; children, Angela (Edward) Salazar, Albuquerque, N.M., James K. (Renee) Padilla, Pueblo, Wayne (Anita) Padilla, Aurora, and Mark (Linette) Padilla, Modesto, Calif.; six grandchildren; mother, Eutilla Griego, Pueblo; brothers, Chris (Alice) Griego, Denver, Baudy (Lola) Griego, Pueblo, Daniel (Ruth) Greg, Denver, and Ivan (Ernestine) Griego, Walsenburg; sisters, Linda (Henry) Charlifue, Pueblo, Connie (Tony) Manzanares, La Veta, Mollie (Richard) Charlifue, Aurora, Josie (Sonny) Martinez, Los Angeles, Calif., Judy (John) Treece, Walsenburg, Priscilla (Roger) Roybal, Pueblo, and Lillian Quintana, Pueblo. Mary enjoyed bingo and going to Cripple Creek. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Viewing 1-5 p.m. Sunday and Monday at Romero Chapel in Pueblo. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Tuesday, both at St. Mary Church in Walsenburg, Rev. Richard Wehrmeyer, celebrant. Interment, La Veta Cemetery, La Veta. Relatives and friends will be received at Eagles Lodge Hall in Walsenburg after interment. Huerfano World - September 16, 1999 - Mary L. Padilla, 56, of Pueblo, died Sept. 10, 1999. Born June 20, 1943 in La Veta, she is survived by her husband, James E. Padilla of the family home; children, Angela Salazar, Albuquerque, NM, James K. Padilla, Pueblo, Wayne Padilla, Aurora and Mark Padilla, Modesto, C A; her mother, Eutilla Griego, Pueblo; her brothers; Chris Griego, Denver, Baudy Griego, Pueblo, Daniel, Greg, Denver, and Ivan Griego, Walsenburg; sisters, Linda Charlifue, Pueblo, Connie Manzanares, La Veta, Mollie Charlifue, Aurora, Josie Martinez, Los Angeles, CA, Judy Treece, Walsenburg, Priscilla Roybal and Lillian Quintana, both of Pueblo and six grandchildren. Funeral mass was at 2 p.m., Tuesday from St. Mary Church. Burial was in La Veta Cemetery. Padilla, Nadine E. Nadine E. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - November 07, 2002 - Nadine E. Padilla, 55, of Pueblo, passed away Nov. 6, 2002. Born Aug. 10, 1947, in Trinidad, Colo. Preceded in death by brother, Jerry Montoya. Survived by her spouse, Bob Padilla, of the family home; son, Bobby (Tammy) Padilla, Pueblo; daughter, Kim L. (Sean) Weiler, Pueblo; parents, Isidro and Dorothy Montoya; brothers, Dennis (Mary Ann) Montoya, Joe (Mary Lou) Montoya, Dickie (Laura) Montoya; grandchildren, Briana and Brytny Padilla. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Friday at St. Leander. Celebrants, Ben Bacino and Deacon John Wartz. Interment, Imperial. Padilla, O. Irene O. Irene Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - November 16, 2000 - O. Irene Padilla, 90, passed away Nov. 13, 2000. Preceded in death by her husband, Pete P. Padilla, in 1970; her son, Robert E. Padilla; sisters, Velma Hall, Ellen Marshall and Mamie Rendon; brother, Ivan Haggerty; and great-granddaughter Lea Gonzales. She is survived by her children, Pete P. (Patricia) Padilla of Pensacola, Fla., Barbara (Mike) Gonzales and Gerald "Jerry" (Connie) Padilla, both of Pueblo; brothers, Robert (Mindy) Haggerty, Pueblo West, James (UnaLee) Burton, Dagsboro, Del., Carl (Phyllis) Yost, Salina, Kan.; sister, Jean (Ray) Heap of Green Valley, Ariz.; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation, noon to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Member, St. Leander Church, where services will be held. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Thursday and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and that donations may be made to either St. Leander Church or Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Padilla, Pedro Pedro "Pete" Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - September 20, 1986 - Pedro "Pete" Padilla, 92, passed away Sept. 19, 1986, at Walsenburg Care Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment, North St. Mary Cemetery. Padilla, Pete P. Pete P. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - March 09, 2006 - Pete P. Padilla, age 75, of Pensacola, Fla., died Feb. 23, 2006 in Pensacola. Pete was born in Pueblo, Colo. on Oct. 3, 1930. He entered the Navy in May of 1949 and retired in May of 1977 as a Command Master Chief. He is preceded in death by wife, Pat Phillipi Padilla; parents, Pete P. Padilla, Sr. and Ola Irene (Haggerty) Padilla; and brother, Robert E. Padilla. He is survived by brother, Jerry (Connie) Padilla of Pueblo; sister, Barbara (Mike) Gonzales of Pueblo; and several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to best friends, Charlie and Becky Wulzer. Covenant Hospice, Dr. Steve Lenga and Dr. Fitzgerald. Services were held Friday, March 3, at 12:30 p.m. at Barrancas National Cemetery with Fr. Mullins, pastor of Nativity of Our Lord, officiating. Honorary pallbearers were Gary, Robert and Mike Gonzales, Charlie Wulzer, Ben Padilla and the Men of the Roving Elks. Memorial contributions may be made to Covenant Hospice, 5041 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504 Padilla, Ray H. Ray H. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 2004 - Ray H. Padilla, 49, of Pueblo, passed away April 14, 2004. Born Jan. 13, 1955, in Pueblo, Colo. Survived by parents, Raymond and Flora Padilla; son, Ray Padilla Jr.; daughters, Mary Ann Padilla, Yvette Padilla; grandchild, Ryan Vanbuskirk; siblings, Esther Portillos, Evelyn (Leroy) Fernandez, Albert Padilla, Rosalie (Joe) Solis, Pearl Padilla, Theresa Padilla; also survived by numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends. Vigil service, 6 p.m. Monday, at Romero Chapel. Memorial Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Holy Family Church. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after both services. Cremation has taken place. Padilla, Ray Paul Jr. Ray Paul Padilla Jr. "Ray Ray" - Pueblo Chieftain - July 17, 2005 - Ray Paul Padilla Jr. "Ray Ray", 29 passed away on June 23, 2005 in Lakeport, Calif. Proceeded in death by his loving parents Ray and Yvonne Padilla. Survived by his son, Ryan Vanbuskirk: Sisters, MaryAnn Padilla, Yvette Padilla. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Rosary Vigil on Mon., July 18 at 6pm at Holy Family Parish, 2827 Lakeview in Pueblo. Funeral on Tues., July 19 at 1pm at Rocky Mountain Family Church, 1700 Horseshoe Dr. in Pueblo. Pastor Mike Davis Officiating. Family and friends will be received after service. Padilla, Richard Arthur Richard Arthur Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - February 20, 2001 - Richard Arthur Padilla, 67, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord Feb. 18, 2001. Born July 3, 1933, in Amaila, N.M. Preceded in death by his parents, Jose Marcos Plino and Ercilia Padilla; two sons, Timothy Padilla and Gary Padilla; and one brother, Orlando Padilla. Survived by his loving wife, Livinia Ruth Padilla, of the family home; children, Mary Ellen (Jesse) Romero, Morrison, Colo., Dale (Karen) Padilla, Colorado Springs, Colo., Jeanne (Raymond) Gallardo, Denver, Patricia (Luciano) Herrera, Thornton, Colo., Larry (Annette) Medina, Thornton, Colo., and Sandra Padilla, Colorado Springs, Colo.; brothers, Joe Padilla, Colorado Springs, Colo., Joseph (Rachael) Padilla, Colorado Springs, Colo., Felix Padilla, Pueblo, Ernesto (Sarah) Padilla, Pueblo, Lawrence Padilla, Colorado Springs, Colo., Bernardo (Antoinette) Padilla, Pueblo, Julian (Delfin) Padilla, Pueblo; sisters, Patsy (Bob) Allan, Colorado Springs, Colo., Gloria Hale, Pueblo, Adeline Padilla, Pueblo, Ruth (Bob) Dryden, Avondale and Beatrice Padilla, Pueblo. Richard enjoyed his time with grandchildren, fishing, going on long walks, traveling, telling jokes, playing the guitar and listening to music. He always had a great sense of humor. He also loved candy. No viewing. Memorial funeral service, 3 p.m. Thursday at Romero Chapel. Cremation has taken place. Padilla, Ruben Ruben Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2000 - Ruben Padilla, of Pueblo, passed away Jan. 15, 2000. Born Sept. 10, 1934, in Alamosa, Colo. Preceded in death by his father Robert Padilla. Survived by his children, Roberta Roman, Westminster, Colo., and Ruben Padilla, Alamosa, Colo.; his mother, Severa Padilla, Pueblo; brother, Alonzo Lobato, Pueblo; sister, Norma (Ernest) Roybal, Pueblo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. today and Monday at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 5:30 p.m. Monday at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Holy Family Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Padilla, Salvador Salvador Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - April 03, 1986 - Salvador Padilla died April 1 1986. Formerly of Costilla but a Pueblo resident for the past eight years. Husband of Maria E. Padilla, brother of Margarita Herrera of Costilla; Rafelita Padilla of Valdez, N.M.; and Hugh Flymin of Trinidad, Colo. Also survived by numerous nephews and nieces. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Thursday and Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Friday. Both services at St. Joseph Church. Interment, Imperial. Padilla, Tammy Ellis Tammy Ellis Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - November 28, 2006 - Tammy Ellis-Padilla, 36, passed away Nov. 21, 2006. She is survived by her husband, Albert Padilla; father, George Ellis; mother, Virginia Caldwell; brothers, Robert (Kari) Ellis, Ian Caldwell, Dwayne Caldwell; and sister, Cynthia Caldwell. Service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006, Angelus Chapel. The family will receive friends immediately after the service at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4720 Surfwood Lane. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Padilla, Walter J. Walter J. Padilla - Huerfano World - February 19, 1998 - Walter J. Padilla, 80, of La Veta, died Feb. 15, 1998 in Huerfano Medical Center. Born Dec. 29, 1917 in Oakview to Pete and Laura Sanchez Padilla, he was a well known barber in La Veta and Walsenburg. He also did barbering in Pueblo and Alamosa and had a second hand shop at his place of business. An avid fisherman, Mr. Padilla had done some work with Little League in his younger days. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in La Veta and a past president of Rotary Club in that town. Survivors include his former wife, Eileen Bankson, La Veta; two children, Laura Ward, Lincoln, New Zealand and Walter William "Buck" Padilla, Dunkirk, IN; four sisters, Mary Blea, La Veta, Bernice Padilla, Denver, Annie Miller, San Leandro, CA, and Margaret Castillo, Westminster; four grandchildren, one great-grandson, nieces and nephews. At his request, cremation. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday (today) from the United Methodist Church in La Veta. Padilla, Yvonne G. Yvonne G. Padilla - Pueblo Chieftain - January 09, 2004 - Yvonne G. Padilla, 46, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord Jan. 7, 2004. Born June 5, 1957, in Pueblo, Colo. Survived by husband, Ray Padilla; children, Mary Ann Padilla, Ray Padilla, Yvette Padilla; parents, Don (Bertha) Ralls; brothers, Richard (Carmela) Gonzales, Raymond (Audrey) Gonzales, Duane Gonzales; sisters, Geri (Tony) Velasquez, Arlene (Paul) Hearld; grandchild, Ryan Vanbuskirk; also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Monday, at Romero Chapel. Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after service. Padilla-Arzola, Felipa Felipa Padilla-Arzola - Pueblo Chieftain - August 18, 1997 - Felipa Padilla-Arzola. Services, 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Lamar Apostolic Assembly Church. Interment, Riverside Cemetery. Visitation today until 5 p.m. with an evening prayer service beginning at 5 p.m. at the Peacock-Wood Chapel. Padillo, Louis Louis Padillo - Basalt Journal - March 9, 1907 - Louis Padillo was killed in a head-on collision on the Santa Fe at Thatcher on the 26th, while riding a brake beam. He had $77 on his person. Padis, Juan Juan Padis - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - January 4, 1918 - Alberta Esperoza and Juan Padis, sheepherders on a large ranch near Pueblo, were found shot to death. It is believed that they surprised some sheep stealers at work and were killed in the consequent fight. Padoven, Irene M. Irene M. (Bernardi) Padoven - Pueblo Chieftain - May 16, 2006 - Irene M. (Bernardi) Padoven. Born Dec. 17, 1920, in La Veta, Colo., passed away May 14, 2006, in Pueblo. She is survived by her son, Peter (Diane) Padoven of Napa, Calif.; grandson, Eric Escudero; and great-granddaughter, Alexandria Escudero of Denver. She was preceded in passing by her husband, Jack Padoven. Irene grew up in coal mining camps around Walsenburg and graduated from Huerfano County High School. As well as being a wife and mother, she was a lifelong retailer, and retired from the furniture business in 1986. Irene was a life member of DAV Auxiliary, Greeters Club and the Eagles Auxiliary No. 145. She enjoyed traveling, needlework and gardening. At her request, a private family service will be held with inurnment at a later date at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the El Pueblo Boys Ranch, 1 El Pueblo Ranch Way, Pueblo, CO, 81006. Padula, Floyd M. Floyd M. Padula - Pueblo Chieftain - June 23, 1987 - Floyd M. Padula, Westminster, formerly of Pueblo, died June 21, 1987, at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center. Beloved husband of Pyong Yon Padula; father of Angela M. Dunaway, San Diego, Calif.; Madelyn L. Childs, Riverside, Calif.; and Valerie M. Padula, Pueblo. Son of Angelina Padula, Pueblo; brother of Madelyn Bruning, Pueblo; grandfather of Christopher and Jeffery Dunaway; father-in-law of James C. Dunaway, Mark D. Childs and Raymond Ortiz. Mr. Padula was raised in Pueblo and graduated from St. Mary Catholic School. He entered the U.S. Army in 1959 and served in Korea, Vietnam, Germany, Oklahoma and Fort Carson. He retired in 1979 and returned to Pueblo. Following his retirement he became employed by Pioneer Western Mutual Funds Company. In 1986, he moved to Westminster. He was an avid deer hunter, fisherman and golfer. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Thursday, both services, Horan and McConaty Chapel. Interment, Fort Logan National Cemetery. Pagano, Bob J. Bob J. Pagano - Pueblo Chieftain - September 26, 2002 - Bob J. Pagano, 45, born Nov. 3, 1956, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly Sept. 23, 2002. Survived by his loving wife, Karen Pagano; children, Justin, Brian, Andrew and Candice Pagano; parents, John J. Pagano and Mary Jo Pagano (Jerry) Stewart; and sisters, Kathy Pagano (Rocco McCall), Julie (Ron) Courtney and Jonna Pagano. Also survived by father- and mother-in-law, Mel and Marie Allen; sisters-in-law, Linda Genovese, Patricia (Fred) LaSavio and Theresa Allen; aunt, Vita (Gus) Willeke; uncles, Frank (Connie) Pagano and Richard Taulli; nephews, Luke, Dustin, Geno, Nick, Zachary, Scott and Bobby; nieces, Julie E., Julie G. and Stephanie; great-aunts and -uncles, Josephine Occhiato, Jenny Taulli, Josephine Perricone and Sam Geonetta; godfather, Tony Gradishar; as well as numerous other relatives and friends. Though his time on earth was short, he came into our lives and touched everyone he came near. Bob graduated from South High School in 1975. He fulfilled his lifelong dream of owning and managing his own restaurants, "Pass Key Highway 50 West" and "Pass Key On The Go." Bob was an avid supporter of St. Therese Church and school. He loved camping, fishing and traveling with his family. He also loved "Big Boys Toys," cooking, the Broncos, the Rockies and his dog "Jed." Bob was a devoted husband and father and was loved by everyone who knew him and will be greatly missed by all. Visitation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mass of Celebration, 10 a.m. Saturday, Shrine of Therese. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church hall following the interment, where a luncheon will be served. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial donations may be made to the "Bob Pagano Memorial Fund" in care of the funeral home office. Pagano, Evelyn J. Evelyn J. Pagano - Pueblo Chieftain - July 20, 1999 - Carr-Tenney Mortuary, Tempe, Ariz., 85282 - Evelyn J. Pagano, formerly of Pueblo, passed away unexpectedly in Tempe, Ariz., on July 16, 1999. Loving mother to Dawn (Chris) Putaturo, Laura Pagano (Lowell Bohn) and Rusty (Lee) Pagano- and grandmother to Megan Rose Pagano. Also survived by sisters, Barbara Finn and Pat (Bob) Campbell- and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased in death by parents, Albert Rubey and Alma Yankee- and brother-in-law, Bob Finn. Recently retired from Dapsco Business Services after nearly 40 years of loyal service. Services to be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 20, 1999, at Carr-Tenney Mortuary, 2621 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, Ariz. Remembrance gathering to be held in Pueblo at a later date. Pueblo Chieftain - August 25, 1999 - Evelyn J. Pagano, formerly of Pueblo, will be held Saturday, Aug. 28, 11 a.m., Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Evelyn J. Pagano passed away unexpectedly July 16, 1999, in Tempe, Ariz. Loving mother to Dawn (Chris) Putaturo of Littleton, Laura Pagano (Lowell Bohn) of Boulder, Rusty (Lee) Pagano of Tempe, Ariz., and grandmother to Megan Rose Pagano of Tempe, Ariz. Also survived by sisters, Barbara Finn of Canon City and Pat (Bob) Campbell of Tempe, Ariz. - and numerous nieces and nephews. Pagano, John John Pagano - Pueblo Chieftain - March 31, 1986 - John Pagano, March 30, 1986. Husband of Helen Pagano, who passed away Sept. 8, 1962. Father of John J. (Mary Jo) Pagano and Frank S. (Connie M.) Pagano of Pueblo. Brother of Russell (Connie) Pagano, Pueblo. Brother-in-law of Teresa Pagano and Mamie Pagano, Pueblo. Grandfather of Steven (Diane) Pagano, Bob (Theresa) Pagano, Kathy (Rick) Mathews, Renee Pagano, Jonna Pagano, Randy Pagano, all of Pueblo, and Julie Pagano of Simi Valley, Calif. Also survived by five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Pagano was retired from CF&I casting foundry and is remembered for his singing in many community events. He was a member of Christopher Columbus Lodge. Christian service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Roselawn. Friends will be received by the family following the service at the George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Please omit flower and food donations. Friends who wish may contribute to SRDA through the funeral home. Pagano, John J. John J. Pagano - Pueblo Chieftain - December 19, 2005 - John J. Pagano, 77, affectionately known as "Mr. Passkey" went home to be with the lord on Dec. 16, 2005. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Helen Pagano; and son, Bob Pagano; niece, Renee; nephew, Randy Pagano. Those left to cherish his memory, daughters, Kathy Pagano (Rocco McCall), Julie (Ron) Courtney, Jonna Pagano; daughter-in-law, Karen Pagano. Mother of his children and best friends, Mary Jo Pagano (Jerry) Stewart. Grandchildren, Justin, Brian (Rae Dawn), Andrew and Candice Pagano, Luke Fleckenstein, Dustin Courtney. Great-grandchildren, Hailee and Donnie J. Pagano; brother Frank (Connie) Pagano; nephew, Steve (Diane) Pagano; sister-in-law, Vita (Gus) Willeke. Godfather of nieces, Diana (Bret) Smith, Amy Willeke, Sandra (James) Hunt, Donna (Gary) Haneuch and nephews, Danny (Lanita) Willeke and Mike Lepik. Also survived by numerous relatives and close friends. John was a graduate of Central High School Class of 1946. He was a strong supporter of his high school class reunions. He served four years in the U.S. Navy. John opened the Passkey Restaurant in 1952, along with his brother Frank. John was very proud of Passkey and Passkey 50 West which along with Mary Jo and children opened in 1989. You were never a stranger in his eyes. John remained active in the operation of both restaurants. He was always seen at one or the other where he loved to visit with the customers. After his retirement in 1998, John was a very dedicated family man. He loved to travel and enjoyed taking trips to Cripple Creek, he loved fast cars and fast boats, fishing with his best buddy Jerry, as well as enjoying a good football game. He was the rock of our family and will be sadly missed by all. John's family wishes to thank Dr. Louise Schottstaedt & Assoc. and the staff on 2400 at St. Mary Corwin Hospital for their loving care and support during his brief illness. Family respectfully request the omission of food and flowers. Donations can be made to the Bob Pagano Memorial Fund through Angelus Chapel. Visitation, noon to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Angelus Chapel. Funeral Service, 2 p.m. Wednesday at Praise Assembly of God Church, 2000 Troy Ave. Co-Officiated by Pastor Bobby Wilson and Pastor Darren Wilson. Interment Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at a reception at Praise Assembly of God fellowship hall following the burial rites. Pagano, Randy B. Randy B. Pagano - Pueblo Chieftain - November 01, 2003 - Randy B. Pagano, 45, born Aug. 20, 1958, passed away Oct. 29, 2003. Survived by his parents, Frank and Connie Pagano; brother, Steve Pagano; sister-in-law, Diana Pagano; nephews, Mike and Ryan Pagano; and niece, Stephanie (Chris) Kieckhafer. Also survived by great-nieces, Kailey and Ashley Kieckhafer; aunts and uncles, John Pagano, Mary Jo (Jerry) Stewart, Vera Geanetta and Sylvester Silvio; numerous great-aunts and -uncles, cousins, and other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his sister, Renee Pagano; grandparents, John and Helen Pagano and Dominick and Jessie Silvio; uncle, Steve Comisky and cousin, Bob Pagano. Randy loved working with his hands and working on cars and his home. He also loved fishing and being in the mountains, watching the Broncos and especially loved music. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Monday, Praise Assembly of God. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Renee Pagano Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of Praise Assembly Church. Page, Doris Irene Doris Irene Specht Page - Huerfano World - December 22, 2005 - Doris Irene Specht Page, of Orlando, FL and formerly of Walsenburg entered into rest Dec. 15, 2005 in Orlando. She was born Sept. 24, 1918 in Jefferson Iowa. She was 87 years of age. Mrs. Page is survived by her son Steve (Lois) Page, and grandson, Skyler Page, all of Orlando, FL. Two sisters, Esther "Estee" Strombotne of Fresno, CA, Jayne Specht of Oscaloosa. She is preceded in death by husband Dr. Maurice Ray Page, parents George and Ora Ames and brother Gaylord Dean Specht. A great and loving light has been extinguished. Mrs. Page's attitude was always positive and with no complaints. Mrs. Page will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Graveside services were held Monday, Dec. 19 at the Masonic Cemetery in Walsenburg. Arrangements were entrusted to the loving care of Johnson-Romero Funeral Home. Oskaloosa Herald December 20, 2005 Oskaloosa, IA - Doris Irene Specht Page (Mrs. Maurice R. Page), first daughter of George and Orra Ames Specht, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2005, at age 87 at an Orlando, Fla. Hospital from complications caused by a fall fracturing her hip. Graveside services will be held on Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, at Walsenburg, Colo. Page, Dorothy M. Dorothy M. Page - Pueblo Chieftain - February 1, 1987 - Dorothy M. Page, 78, late of Villa Pueblo Towers, passed away peacefully Jan. 30, 1987, at a local hospital. Survived by her daughter, Judith Page (Jack) Ciesemier, Omaha, Neb.; a son, James Morris Page III, San Diego, Calif.; sister, Betty Danford Gordon, Pueblo; nephew, Mark (Tricia) Gordon, Milwaukee, Wis.; and grandson, Mann Page Ciesemier, 25, Katherine Margaret Ciesemier, 23, both of Chicago, and Cary Channing Ciesemier, 20, Milwaukee. Born in Trinidad, Colo.; studied piano at Denver University. Past president of Pueblo Area Council on Aging. By her request, cremation; no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made on her behalf to Christ the King Church directly or through the funeral home office. Memorial Mass, 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, 1987, Christ the King Church, with Father Nathaniel Foshage, OSB, officiating. Page, Irene Irene Specht Page Huerfano World December 22, 2005 Doris Irene Specht Page of Orlando, FL and formerly of Walsenburg entered into rest Dec. 15, 2005 in Orlando. She was born Sept. 24, 1918 in Jefferson, Iowa. She was 87 years of age. Mrs. Page is survived by her son Steve (Lois) Page, and grandson, Skyler Page, all of Orlando, FL. Two sisters, Esther "Estee" Strombotne of Fresno, CA, Jayne Specht of Oskaloosa. She is preceded in death by husband Dr. Maurice Ray Page, parents George and Ora Ames and brother Gaylord Dean Specht. A great and loving light has been extinguished. Mrs. Page's attitude was always positive and with no complaints. Mrs. Page will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Graveside services were held Monday, Dec. 19 at the Masonic Cemetery in Walsenburg. Arrangements were entrusted to the loving care of Johnson-Romero Funeral Home. Page, William Robert William Robert Page Steamboat Pilot March 21, 1906 W. R. Page of Yampa was another Routt county man in the frightful wreck near Adobe on the Rio Grande. He escaped with only slight injuries. See Adobe Train Wreck, 1906 for in depth coverage of this disaster. Yampa Leader November 3, 1906 William Robert Page William R. Page, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Yampa, passed away at the Yampa hospital Thursday morning, death resulting from a complication of diseases. Mr. Page was a passenger on the ill-fated Rio Grande train which was wrecked at Adobe in March, and while not seriously injured himself, his nervous system sustained a frightful shock by reason of the terrible scenes which he witnessed, more than a score of people being burned to death before his eyes. As a result he suffered agonies from neuralgia, which so undermined his health that when he was attacked by typhoid fever two weeks ago his system was unable to withstand the attack. The neuralgia had settled in his teeth, which ulcerated, and the poison reached the brain, being the direct cause of death. William Robert Page was born in Springfield, Illinois, in November, 1850. He was married to Miss Florence Heiner early in life and had four children, all boys, out of this union. After the first wife's death he was again married, to Miss Ada Heiner, and six children, all girls, were the fruit of this marriage. Mr. Page was a man who commanded the respect of all who knew him by the sterling uprightness of his character and genial disposition. His death is mourned by three sons, one of whom lives in Iowa, another in Yampa, and the third in the San Luis valley, Colorado, where also his surviving wife and six daughters are making their home. Only the two sons who are living in Colorado were able to attend the funeral, which was conducted from the Congregational church yesterday under the auspices of the local camp of Woodmen of the World, of which the deceased was a member, as well as the Masonic fraternity Pagels, Clifford Clifford Pagels - Pueblo Chieftain - November 03, 1997 - Clifford Pagels, 76, departed this life Nov. 1, 1997. Born Oct. 26, 1921, Boston, Mass. Preceded in death by parents, one brother and five sisters. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Lola Pagels. Father of Carolyn (Edmund) Algien, Sandra (Pete) Musso, Lee (Eleanor) Pagels, Juanita (Michael) Serna and George (Debra Lopez) Pagels, 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 1997, St. Leander Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery, with graveside military honors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Family may be contacted at 2108 E. Sixth St. and will greet relatives and friends after the interment at St. Leander Reception Hall. Arrangements by McCarthy Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight Ave. Pagels, Lee Clifford Lee Clifford "Kickie" Pagels - Pueblo Chieftain - October 02, 1998 - Lee Clifford "Kickie" Pagels, 50, a lifetime resident of Pueblo passed away on Sept. 30, 1998. Born on Nov. 8, 1947. Lee graduated from East High in 1965 and served in the U.S. Navy from 1966-1968 as Commissary Second Class. He worked at the Pueblo Chemical Depot for the past 28 years. He was a member and youth coordinator at St. Leander Parish and a member of Knights of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his father, Clifford Pagels, in November 1997. Survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Eleanor- sons, Carl, Darrell and Joey- daughter, Desiree- grandson, Dominick- loving mother, Lola Pagels- sisters, Carol (Ed) Algiene, Sandy (Pete) Musso and Juanita (Mike) Serna- brother, George Pagels- in-laws, John and Mary Espinoza, Marlene Mike (Trujillo), Gerald (Tammy) Espinoza and Jimmy Espinoza- and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Lee was an avid football card collector and a devoted Broncos fan. He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, various delicious recipes and his love for his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by his family, co-workers and many friends. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 7 p.m. today and vigil rosary, 9 a.m. Saturday. Both services at St. Leander Church, Rev. Ed Nunez, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Military honors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Pagleone, Dora Dora Pagleone - Pueblo Chieftain - September 28, 1926 - Pagleone, Dora, aged 6 days, died Sept. 27, at the family home, 1038 Routt Avenue. Body at the George F. McCarthy Funeral home. Pueblo Chieftain - September 28, 1926 - The funeral of Dora Pagleone, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tony Pagleone, will take place Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Geo. F. McCarthy Funeral home. Interment Roselawn. Paglione, Louis A. Louis A. Paglione - Pueblo Chieftain - July 06, 2003 - Louis A. Paglione, 86, passed away July 4, 2003. Survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Antoinette; son, Anthony (Jill) Paglione; daughter, Lucille Corsentino, all of Pueblo; and daughter, Carol Ann (Gary) Gordon, Colorado Springs, Colo. Grandfather of Danny and Joe (Holly) Corsentino and Franseca Paglione, Shelly (Scott) Bartlett and Sherry (Chris) Florian, Joseph and Jason (Melanie) Okerlund. Great-grandfather of Jennifer, Daniel, Nicholas and Stephen and Sawyer Bartlett, Morgan and Isabella Okerlund; and great-great-grandfather of Bailey Nichole Corsentino. Also survived by his sisters, Ann (Felix) Koncilja, Rose Merrill, Frances Paglione; and brother, Jim (Sally) Paglione, Littleton, Colo.; sisters-in-law, Josephine Borzilier and Katherine Bongirino; brother-in-law, Calvin Neill, Wimberly, Texas; and numerous other nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his parents, brother, Richard Paglione; sister, Jennie Paglione Neill; brother-in-law, Gene Merrill; parents-in-law, Sebastian and Josephine Bongiorno; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Sam and Ann Bongirino, Charles and Theresa Dase, Tony Borzilier, Marion Bongirino; son-in-law, Bob Corsentino Jr.; and niece, Lynnda Sue (Merrill) Humphrey. Louis was born to the union of Antonio and Lucia Paglione, April 18, 1917, in Pueblo, Colo. He retired from CF&I as a supervisor after 42 years and was proud of the fact that he and his father helped form the local steel union. Louis was a charter member of La Famiglia Italiana, the Dante Aligheri Society. He was a member of BPOE No. 90, Pueblo Aerie No. 145 FOE, Nocturnal Adoration Society and Knights of Columbus Council No. 557 and served as a lector at St. Francis Xavier Church. He was also an initial member of the Neighborhood Housing Service. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, with family present from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Public viewing, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Holy Family Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the La Famiglia Scholarship Fund through the funeral home office. The family may be contacted at the home of Anthony Paglione, 3137 Bandera Blvd. in El Camino, 561-1917. Pagnotta, Anthony Anthony Pagnotta - Huerfano World - February 11, 1993 - Anthony Edward Pagnotta, 78, of Aguilar and former Superintendent of CF&I Allen Mine at Weston, died Tuesday, Feb. 9, 1993, in Miner's Colfax Medical Center. He had been in residence in the Long Term Care for about three years following a stroke. Born in Tioga Jan. 12, 1915, he was reared in the area coal camps where his father worked. Pagnotta had attended St. Mary School through the ninth grade. He began working in the coal mines at an early age, going underground at 17. Pagnotta was later tested to get his "papers" which meant he had qualified for a foreman's job. From foreman to general mine foreman, then to "Super" he became the top man at CF&I Allen Mine, a position he held 25 years of the 50 he had spent in the mines. Mr. Pagnotta married J. Leona "Tillie" Hankey Oct. 19, 1938. He was a member of St. Anthony Church in Aguilar and in his younger days had been a member of both the Elks and Lions Clubs. Survivors include his wife, four children, Anthony Pagnotta Jr., Thornton, Ruby Dolzanie and David Pagnotta, Aguilar and Verna Irene Marquez, Amarillo, TX; a sister, Irene Pagnotta, Oceanside, CA; 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation. A memorial mass will be held Friday at 10 a.m. from St. Anthony Church in Aguilar. Inurnment in North St. Mary Cemetery in Walsenburg. Pagnotta, Anthony Charles Anthony Charles Pagnotta - Pueblo Chieftain - August 30, 1998 - Anthony Charles Pagnotta, 51, San Diego, Calif., formerly of Pueblo, died Aug. 21, 1998. Born on Dec. 5, 1946, in Pueblo, graduated from Central High School in 1964 and the University of Colorado School of Engineering in 1969. He worked for the Department of the Navy, Hunters Point Naval Shipyard, 1969-1986, Southwest Marine, 1986-1997, and M. Rosenblatt and Son Inc., Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, February 1998 to present. Member of the Society of Naval Engineers and the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. Survived by wife of 25 years, Shari Schultz Pagnotta, San Diego- sons, Christopher, San Francisco, and Nicholas, San Diego- parents, Rose and Pete Pagnotta, Pueblo- and brother, Joe (Shari) Pagnotta, Denver- niece, Joeylyn- nephews, Ryan and Matthew. Funeral Mass was held at First United Methodist Church, San Diego. Pagnotta, Esther Jane Esther Jane Stake Pagnotta - Pueblo Chieftain - April 28, 2005 - Esther Jane Stake Pagnotta. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Boies-Ortega Funeral Home, 115 E. Fifth St., Walsenburg. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 8006 Highway 165, Rye; followed by interment at the Pagnotta Family Cemetery in Rye. Immediately following, the family will receive guests at the St. Aloysius Church Hall. Pagnotta, Jessie Leona Jessie Leona Pagnotta - Huerfano World - January 10, 2002 - Jessie Leona Pagnotta, 86, of Aguilar, died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2002. Survived by her children, Anthony (Rose) Pagnotta Jr., Pueblo, Ruby (Stephen) Dolzanie, Gulnare, David (Rose) Pagnotta, Aguilar, and Verna Irene Marquez, Marlin, TX; 17 grandchildren, 30 great grand- children and four great-great-grandchildren; half sister, Evelyn Bucci, Commerce City; two sisters-in-law, Irene Pagnotta, Gulnare, and Esther Pagnotta, Walsenburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Pagnotta Sr; parents, Walter and Minnie Hankey; and two grandchildren. Rosary, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002, followed by memorial service, St. Anthony Church in Aguilar. Burial of cremains to follow at North St. Mary Cemetery, Walsenburg. Pagnotta, John John Pagnotta - Pueblo Chieftain - December 09, 1986 - John Pagnotta, 67, of Colorado Springs, formerly of Pueblo, died Dec. 5, 1986, Mr. Pagnotta was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in WWII and was retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. He moved to Colorado Springs in 1971. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn J. Pagnotta of Colorado Springs; three sons, Douglas R. Brown, John J. Pagnotta, both of Colorado; and Steven A. Pagnotta of New York; three daughters, Cheryl D. Kandanes of Alabama; Kristine K. Mirallegro of Colorado Springs; and Patricia Sherman of Colorado; three brothers, three sisters and eight grandchildren. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Tuesday, St. Andrew Episcopal Church, Canon Ave. and Manitou Ave., Colorado Springs, with the Rev. Scott Frantz officiating, interment, Fairview Cemetery. Pagnotta, Pete Pete Pagnotta - Pueblo Chieftain - March 15, 2006 - Pete Pagnotta, 92, born April 15, 1913, passed away March 14, 2006. Preceded in death by his wife, Rose, in 2003; and son, Anthony Pagnotta. Survived by his son, Joe (Shari Kaplan) Pagnotta; daughter-in-law, Shari Schultz Pagnotta; and five grandchildren, Joeilyn, Ryan, Matthew, Christopher (Perrie) and Nicholas. Also survived by his brother, Fred "Babe" Pagnotta; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pete was a veteran of the U.S. Army and worked as an auto mechanic for Buick for many years. He was deeply loved and admired by many people throughout his life and made all who knew him richer for having known him. The family will receive friends during the viewing, 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 1 p.m. Friday, Shrine of St. Therese. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. Pagnotta, Rose Rose Pagnotta - Pueblo Chieftain - March 05, 2003 - Rose Pagnotta, 82, was born on Sept. 17, 1920, and passed away March 4, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Pete; son, Joe (Shari Kaplan) Pagnotta of Highlands Ranch, Colo.; daughter-in-law, Shari Schultz Pagnotta of San Diego; five grandchildren, Joeilyn, Ryan, Matthew, Christopher (Perrie), and Nicholas; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her son, Anthony Pagnotta; four brothers, Tony, Mike, Joe and Charlie Farbo. She was deeply loved and admired by many people throughout her life and made all who knew her richer for having known her. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Thursday. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. A Mass of Celebration will be held Friday, March 7, 1:30 p.m. at the Shrine of St. Therese Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. Paige, Ruth O. Ruth O. Paige - Pueblo Chieftain - April 12, 1986 - Ruth O. Paige, late of 3409 Morris Ave., passed away April 9, 1989, at her home, Mrs. Paige was born in Salina, Kan., on Oct. 15, 1898. She was the mother of Mrs. Shirley (Larry) Graham and Ronald (Pam) Paige, both of Englewood; grandmother of five and great-grandmother of one; a sister of Eva Anderson, Des Moines, Iowa, and Nellie Reed, Denver; a sister-in-law, Margaret Paige, of Pueblo, and Elizabeth Mathews, Denver. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Paige, in 1958. Mr. and Mrs. Paige had ranched in the Pinon area for many years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church Women's Circle Seven and the Galilean Mariners, a charter member of the Pinon Arts and Crafts club, member of Chapter BQ, BPOE, and AAUW. She graduated from Centennial High School, where she was valedictorian of the class of 1916. She also was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, and later taught theater arts at Colorado College in Colorado Springs. Mrs. Paige carried her love of theater all her life and found joy in giving antique fashion shows with clothes that shad collected. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with Dr. John Ross officiating. Interment will be in Roselawn Cemetery. Mrs. Paige will lie in state until 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Those who wish may make donations to the Pueblo County Heart Unit through the funeral home office or to the First Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund. Pain, Kathryn H. Kathryn Hard Pain - Huerfano World - November 18, 1993 - News has been received by Maxine Farber of the recent death of Kathryn Hard Pain at her home in The Forum, a retirement center in Overland Park, KS, about two weeks ago. She was a longtime summer resident of Cuchara. Details will follow. Paine, Albert Albert Paine - Huerfano World - January 29, 2004 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1913: Albert Paine, 15, died of scarlet fever in Gardner and the school has been closed. Paine, Leon Alexander Leon Alexander Paine - Durango Herald - October 9, 2000 - Leon Alexander Paine died Saturday, Oct. 7, 2000. He was 71. The cause of death was not disclosed. Mr. Paine was born June 8, 1929, in La Junta, Colo. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1952 to 1954. After his return from the military, he worked as a lineman for the Santa Fe Railroad out of Amarillo, Texas. In 1960, he married Isabel Germer in Canyon, Texas. They moved to Durango and remained here for 22 years. For the last 16 years, Mr. Paine resided in Trinidad, Colo., where he was employed by Las Animas County as a maintainer operator until his retirement. Survivors include his brother, John L. Paine Jr. of Bon Carbo, Colo.; two sisters, Neoma Brooks and Juanita Swetky, both of Trinidad, Colo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services were held at 10 a.m. Oct. 13 at the Comi Funeral Home with Elder Jesse Garcia officiating. Inurnment was held at Sheltering Pines Cemetery. Paiz, Bertha Bertha Paiz - Pueblo Chieftain - June 10, 2003 - Bertha Paiz, 78, born July 24, 1924, passed away June 7, 2003. Predeceased by her husband, Joseph Paiz; daughter, Theresa Paiz; son Joseph Paiz Jr.; brothers, Richard Garcia and Gilbert Garcia; sister, Bernice Sanchez of Walsenburg. Survived by son, Michael (Patricia) Paiz of Pueblo; daughter-in-law, Joyce Paiz, Denver; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and several special friends who will miss her. The family would like to offer a special thank you to the staff of Pueblo Extended Care for their special care of Bertha. Bertha was a loving mother and wonderful friend. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday. Mass, 2 p.m. Thursday. Both services at St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice in her memory. Paiz, Theresa Marie Theresa Marie Paiz - Pueblo Chieftain - June 24, 1998 - Theresa Marie Paiz, 35, passed away June 22, 1998. Survived by her mother, Bertha Paiz of Pueblo- brothers, Joseph (Joyce) Paiz, Denver, Eugene (Pat) Paiz, Pueblo- as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her father, Estacio J. Paiz. Rosary, Friday, 7 p.m., and funeral Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Francis Xavier Church. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Inurnment, Tuesday, 11 a.m., Fort Lyon National Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, send memorial contributions in her name to the Suicide Prevention Hotline in care of the funeral home office. Palacio, Ann Ann Palacio - Pueblo Chieftain - August 04, 1999 - Ann Palacio, born March 7, 1908, to Erasimo and Josephine Balardeta in Sopris, Colo., began her journey with the Lord Aug. 2, 1999, in Pueblo She was married Aug. 21, 1923, in Trinidad to coal miner Ramon Palacio. Mr. and Mrs. Palacio settled in Morley, Colo., where they raised 11 children. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, one daughter, Mary Ann Palacio-two sons-in-law, Ted Skinner, Pete Barela- daughter-in-law, Doris Palacio-three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She leaves behind to cherish her memory 10 children, Raymond (Roberta) Palacio, Walnut Creek, Calif., Josephine (Joe) Bralish, Denver, Bobby Palacio, Chowchilla, Calif., Adeline (Walter) Bralish, Denver, Sam (Madlyn) Palacio, Longmont, Henry (Sylvia) Palacio, Pueblo, Carol (Larry) Santoyo, Denver, Caroline (Gilbert) Garcia, Pueblo, Gloria Barela, Colorado City, Frank (Shirley) Palacio, Pueblo-55 grandchildren, the oldest being Linda (Joe) Baker, Longmont, whom Mrs. Palacio raised like her own, 115 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and numerous friends. Mrs. Palacio was a well-respected and loved member of her community. She loved gardening, cooking, crocheting and took the most ride in her family. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today. Recitation of the rosary, 6 p.m. today. Funeral Mass, noon Thursday, Aug. 5, 1999. Both services at Holy Family Catholic Church, 2827 Lakeview Ave. Palacio, Nancy Lynne Nancy Lynne Sandoval Palacio - Pueblo Chieftain - December 18, 2001 - Nancy Lynne Sandoval Palacio, born March 31, 1963, passed away Dec. 15, 2001. She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Emma Moncivaiz; and grandfather, Claudio Sandoval. She is survived by her husband, Richard Palacio; son, Ricardo Palacio; mother and father, Tina and Joe Sandoval; brother, Dave (Diane) Sandoval; sister, Jackie (Phil) Cano; nephews, Daniel and Derek Sandoval; Kevin Cano and goddaughter, Krystle Cano; and special friend, Lisa Waldero. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Palatas, Michael V. Col. Michael V. Palatas - Pueblo Chieftain - May 09, 2004 - Col. Michael V. Palatas, USMC, retired, one of Pueblo's most decorated heroes and a veteran of three wars, passed away on May 6, 2004, at the age of 80. Michael enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in July 1941, and subsequently participated in the amphibious assaults against Namur Island, Saipan, Tinian and Iwo Jima, where he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant. In August 1950, he joined the 1st Marine Brigade on the Naktong River in Korea and served as a machine gun platoon leader with B Company, 5th Marines, through five major campaigns, including the Chosin Reservoir battle. In 1968, he served in Vietnam as commanding officer, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines (The Walking Dead) and then as executive officer, 9th Marine Regiment through three campaigns. His decorations include the Silver Star, Legion of Merit with combat "V", the Bronze Star with combat "V", two Purple Hearts, six Presidential Unit Citations, the Combat Action Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, two Navy Unit Commendations, the Meritorious Unit Commendation and many lesser campaign and service medals. Col. Palatas retired in 1975 after 34 years in service to his country, and with his family moved to their ranch in Lake George, Colo. After 17 years in the mountains, Mike and his wife Jane moved to Colorado Springs, where they lived for seven years as parish members of St. Paul's Catholic Church in the Broadmoor. In 2000, they moved to the Hatchet Ranch area and became parishioners of St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Rye. Col. Palatas is survived by his wife of 49 years, the former Jane Longanecker of Falls Church, Va.; sons, Michael of Kansas City, Mo., Mark of Louisville, Ky.; daughter, Sharon Pattee of Colorado Springs; and eight grandchildren. In addition, he is survived by his two sisters, Margaret Ospeck of Salem, Ohio, and Jean Batcha of Warren, Ohio; and nine nieces and nephews. Michael will be buried with a hero's full military honors at 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2004, at Arlington Nation Cemetery in Washington, D.C. A memorial Mass will be held in Pueblo at a time and date to be announced later. Col. Michael V. Palatas, United States Marine Corps. May he rest in peace. "Semper Fi (Always Faithful)" Palauntonio, Salvatore Salvatore Palauntonio - Yampa Leader - October 8, 1911 - Guiseppi Amatesa shot and instantly kill [killed] Salvatore Palauntonio at Valder, near Trinidad. Palcic, Bertha C. Bertha C. Palcic - Herald-Star July 16, 2004 - Steubenville, OH - Bertha C. Palcic, 85, of Walsenburg, Colo., formerly of Weirton, W.Va., died Sunday, July 11, 2004, at the Spanish Peak Regional Health Center, Walsenburg. She was born Dec. 16, 1918, in North Clairton, Pa., a daughter of the late Ciro and Bertha Chapurdya, who immigrated here from Yugoslavia. She also was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas Palcic, whom she married in 1940, and who died in 1967; and one son, Eugene F. Palcic, who died July 29, 1985. She was a 1936 graduate of Weir High School. She worked for Weirton Steel Corp. at the General Office from 1967 to 1982. Soon after she moved and spent the rest of her days near her son, Frank, and his family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Bertha was the youngest of four sisters. She was preceded in death by sisters, Rose Maravich, Mildred Mamula, and Mary McFarland. Surviving are one son, Frank Michael Palcic and his wife, Melanie, of Colorado, City, Colo.; five grandchildren, Jason Palcic (Missy), of Jacksonville, Fla., Justin Palcic (Lori), of Alexandria, Va., Carrie Palcic, of Jacksonville, and Gabriel and Michael Palcic, of Colorado City; and one great-grandchild, Darby Palcic. Visitation is from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 15, at the Steel & Wolfe Funeral Home, Inc, 380 Penco Road, Weirton. Services will be held at St. Paul Cemetery Chapel, Weirton, on Friday, July 16, at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be at St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton. Palin, William Frank William Frank Palin - Pueblo Chieftain - May 7, 1987 - William Frank Palin passed away May 4, 1987, at a local nursing home. Survived by his wife, Mrs. Ina' W. Palin, of the family home; children, Mrs. Lois (Frank) Vena, Seattle, Wash., and Mrs. Joyce (Henry) Masterson of Sacramento,: Calif. Also survived by six: grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Born July 19, 1900, in Milwaukee, Wis., and had been a longtime Pueblo resident, retiring as an accountant for the CF&I Steel Corp. Member of Pueblo Lodge 17, AF&AM. At his request, cremation, Rouch Crematorium. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Rouch Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Hal Evans, associate pastor of St. Paul United Methodist Church, officiating, followed by Masonic service by Pueblo; Lodge 17, AF&AM. Those who desire may make memorials to the American Red Cross, the El Pueblo Boys Ranch or to the charity of their choice through the funeral home office. Palko, Anna Mrs. Anna Palko - Pueblo Chieftain - December 12, 1975 - Mrs. Anna Palko, of 527 Brown, Dec. 10, 1975. Wife of Thomas Palko. Mother of Thomas G. Palko, Pueblo; Mrs. Blanche Falletta, Las Vegas, Nev., and Mrs. Wilma Milhoan, Odessa, Texas. Sister of George Gibber, Vacaville, Calif.; John Gibber, St. Louis, Mo.; Andrew Gibber, Calhan, Colo.; Mrs. Rose Jones, Granada, Colo., and Mrs. Lucille Dzurovchin, Colorado Springs. Survived also by nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services 10 a.m. Saturday, McCarthy Almont Drawing Room, will be conducted by Msgr. George Holland. Entombment, Roselawn Cemetery. Please enter parking lot from the Broadway entrance. The family respectfully requests flowers be omitted. Palko, Dorothy I. Dorothy I. Palko - Pueblo Chieftain - July 31, 2000 - Dorothy I. Palko, 75, went to be with the Lord July 29, 2000, in Pueblo, Colo. She was born April 16, 1925, in Pueblo, Colo., and raised by her parents, Dallas and Katherine Parga, who precede her. Also preceded in death by her loving husband of 35 years, Thomas G. Palko; brother, Harold Bachik; and her father, George Bachik. Survived by her children, Kathy (Alden) Trimble, Jeannie (Dick) Koshak and Thomas (Stephanie) Palko; grandchildren, Dustin (Robin), Chad and Tara; great-grandchildren, Adam and Hadley; and a sister-in-law, Clara Bachik. The family wishes to express a very special thank you to her caregivers, Helen Staton, Theresa Padilla, Josie Gonzales and Dale Smith. Visitation, Monday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Tuesday, 8 a.m. to noon. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 2 p.m., St. Patrick Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, contributions can be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice or Canine Companions in care of George McCarthy Funeral Home. Palko, Thomas Thomas Palko - Pueblo Chieftain - March 23, 1985 - Thomas Palko, formerly of 527 Brown, Denver resident past three years, March 21, 1985. Husband of Mrs. Anna Gibber Palko, who died Dec. 10, 1975. Father of Mrs. Blanche (Anthony) Falletta, Las Vegas, Nev., and Mrs. Wilma Mihoan, Odessa, Texas. Brother of Alfonso (Helen) Palko, Englewood, and Mrs. Helen Manyik, Calhan. Survived also by nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a son, Thomas G. Palko, Dec. 2, 1981. Mr. Palko worked for C&W Railroad as an assistant car foreman, retiring in 1966. Member of the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen of America, Local 18. Services, 2 p.m. Monday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday at the Funeral Home Drawing Room. Pallock, Andrew Andrew Pallock - Huerfano World - December 26, 1991 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1906: Andrew Pallock was shot and killed in an affray in John Olafsky's saloon at Pictou. Palma, Bennie B. Bennie B. Palma - Pueblo Chieftain - February 15, 1987 - Bennie B. Palma, 55, a former Pueblo resident, departed this life Feb. 12, 1987 in San Diego, Calif. Mr. Palma was born April 1, 1931, in Pueblo and was a self-employed painting contractor in San Diego. Predeceased by his grandmother, Lucy Martinez. He is survived by his wife, Reggie Palma of San Diego; three sons, Steve Palma, Leonard Palma both of Denver, Ron (Sharon) Palma, Pueblo; parents, Victor and Lupe Palma, both of Pueblo; brother, Victor Palma Jr., and sister Mary A. Palma, both of Denver; six grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Mass of the Resurrection, 10 a.m. Tuesday, St. Joseph Church, Blende, with the Rev. Wilfred L. Charleville, S. J., celebrant. Interment, Roselawn. Family will receive friends at 1622 San Juan. Palma, Isabel M. Isabel M. Palma - Pueblo Chieftain - January 17, 2002 - Age 63, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, departed this life Jan. 14, 2002, in Denver. Mrs. Palma was born Jan. 22, 1938, in Pueblo. She had been living in the Denver area, where she worked for the Marriott Hotel chain in food service. Her life revolved around her grand and great- grandchildren, teaching and doing projects with them. She also liked to go to Blackhawk and Central City. She leaves to cherish her memory three sons, Steve Palma Sr., Leonard Palma Sr., both of Denver, Ron (Beth) Palma, Pueblo West; 10 grandchildren, Robert and Liza Escareno, Steve Palma Jr., Joshua Palma, Leonard Palma Jr., Annette Palma, Nicholas Palma, Antonio Palma, Ashley Palma, Kragen Cozzilno and Logan Addair; seven great-grandchildren, Robert Escareno Jr., Alex Gonzales, Isabella Escareno, Estban Palma, Dashae Palma, Orlando Palma and Baby Palma; siblings, Martha (Fernado) Galvan, Josie (Rev. Paul) Romero, Vivian Gonzalez, Joe Saiz, Joanne Blauser, Fred (Marie) Saiz, Tony (Marlene) Saiz, Marlene Saiz; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Palma is predeceased by her parents, Joe and Lucy Saiz; brother, Gilbert Saiz; and husband, Bennie Palma. Memorial service, 7 p.m. Friday, Angelus Chapel. Rev. Orlando Vigil officiating. Family will receive friends at 2308 New Castle Drive. - Isabel Palma - Pueblo Chieftain - January 22, 2002 - We three sons of the late Isabel Palma would like to say thank you to our relatives and friends for the love and kindness shown during our beloved mother's illness and funeral service. Today would have been our mother's 64th birthday. Happy Birthday, Mom. We want to thank all of the Martinez family for preparing the food, and Josie Romero and Pat for coordinating everything. To Rev. Orlando Vigil for his kind words and Gloria Vigil for the beautiful music. Our special thanks go out to the Angelus Chapel for their help and compassion. Sincerely, Ron, Steve and Leonard Palma and families. Palma, Jose Manuel Jr. Jose Manuel "Chaito" Palma Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 1987 - Jose Manuel "Chaito" Palma Jr., 16-month-old son of Jose Manuel Sr. and Barbara Ann Palma, departed this life April 16, 1987, at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital. A lifetime Pueblo resident, he was born Dec. 13, 1985. Other survivors include grandparents, Augustine and Barbara Sena, Pueblo, Leonardo and Manuela Palma, Mexico; godparents, Monte and Caroline Aponte, Florida; uncles and aunts, Darlene (Manuel) Duran, Augustine R. (Cynthia) Sena, Jimmy Sena, Robert (Bernie) Gutierrez, all of Pueblo, Leonardo (Irene) Palma, Idaho, Maria Luisa (Manuel) Rios, Julio (Maria) Palma, Regino (Nena) Palma, Lalo Palma, Lupe Palma, Teresa (Laco) Montes, all of Mexico; and a host of other relatives and friends. Mass of the Angels, 1 ,p.m. Monday, Holy Family Church, the Rev. Ronald Roche, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn. Family will receive friends at 3721 Lancaster. Palma, Lupe Lupe Carrasco Palma - Pueblo Chieftain - December 13, 2001 - (Photo ran 12/14/01) Lupe Carrasco Palma, 90, former Pueblo resident, departed this life Dec. 9, 2001, at St. Anthony Central Hospital, Denver. Born March 10, 1911, in Chihuahua, Mexico, she retired from the former Rocky Mountain Bank Note Company with over 30 years service. Lupe enjoyed watching baseball games, doing for her family and especially for her grandchildren, who were her pride and joy. Preceded in death by her parents, Jose LaLuz and Lucy (Garcia) Carrasco; husband, Victor Enrique Palma; sons, Victor Palma, Bennie Palma; and a daughter, Mary "Tommie" Palma. She leaves to cherish her memory grandchildren, Steve Palma, Leonard Palma, Ron (Beth) Palma, Valrie Palma, Michelle Garcia, Michael Palma, Lisa (Clyde) Kime; two daughters-in-law, Veronica Palma, Isabel Palma; numerous great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Both services, St. Joseph Catholic Church. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. today. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Rev. Robert Carden, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn. Palma, Roddy Lee Roddy Lee Palma - Pueblo Chieftain - November 07, 2003 - Roddy Lee Palma, 49, passed away Nov. 5, 2003. Survived by his wife, Laura, of the family home; children, Darlene (Ken) Hernandez of Pueblo, Roddy (Lavelle) Palma Jr. of Denver, Steven (Yolanda) Palma of Pueblo, and Sophia Vigil of Pueblo; mother, Tina (John) Gurule; brothers and sisters, Robert (Dorothy) Palma, Pauline (Ken) Rupert, Lupe Palma, Angelina Hermida, Larry (Susie) Palma, Paul (Bonnie) Palma, Christine Hermida, Teresa (Joe) Brown, George Palma and Pam Palma; seven grandchildren; stepsister, Priscilla Gurule; father-in-law, Alcario Vigil; brothers-in-law, Carlos (Lupe) Vigil and Jasper (Ann) Vigil; sisters-in-law, Ida (Baldamar) Cordova, Eva (William) Cordova, Gloria Vigil, Ruth (Fred) Quintana and Clara (Anthony) Nunez; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins whom he loved very much. Preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Palma; son, Michael P. Palma; brother, Lawrence Palma Jr.; mother-in-law, Sophia E. Vigil; and brothers-in-law, Fred Vigil and John Hermida. Born Nov. 1, 1954, in Pueblo, Colo., Roddy worked as a steelworker and an electronics quality inspector for Unisys. He was a member of Holy Family Church, Eagles Lodge Aerie No. 145, and was an avid Broncos fan. He will lie in state at the funeral home from 1 until 5 p.m. today. Rosary, 7:30 p.m. today, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, with the Rev. Father Jesse Perez as celebrant. Both services will be held at Holy Family Parish, 2827 Lakeview. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Reception to follow both the Rosary and the Mass at USWA, Local 2102 Hall, 1414 E. Evans. Palma, Victor Jr. Victor Palma Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - December 07, 1997 - Victor Palma Jr., 56, passed away Dec. 2, 1997, in Denver. A former Puebloan, Victor was born Nov. 13, 1941. He was a carpenter for the U.S. Government at the V.A. Hospital in Denver. Preceded in death by his grandmother, Luz Martinez-father, Victor Palma Sr. - brother, Benny Palma- and sister, Mary Palma. Survived by his mother, Lupe Carasco Palma- children, Daniel Pacheco, Valrie Palma, Michelle (Gene) Garcia, Michael Palma, Sharon (Charles) Bittinger, Lisa (Clyde) Kime, former wife, Veronica Phelan- 17 grandchildren- three nephews- other relatives and friends. Visitation, today, noon until 5 p.m. Vigil service, 7 p.m. today. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday. Both services, St. Joseph Catholic Church. Rev. Robert Carden celebrant. Interment, Roselawn. Palmer, Ann Vela Ann Vela Palmer - Caρon City Daily Record - December 8, 2005 - Ann Vela Palmer, Jan. 11, 1917 ~ Dec. 3, 2005 - Ann Vela Palmer, 88, of Longmont, died Saturday, Dec. 3, 2005, at Peaks Care Center in Longmont after a lengthy illness. Ann was born on Jan. 11, 1917, in Trinidad to Bernardo and Maria (Sanchez) Vela. Ann spent her childhood years in the Trinidad mining areas with her family. The family relocated to the Mead area and settled in the Longmont farming area around 1930. Ann put herself through beautician school and with hard work, determination and sacrifice, she eventually was able to purchase her own shop called Ann's Beauty Salon, which she operated for 13 years in Denver. This was a dream and accomplishment, which she was very proud of. Ann was a member of the O.C.D.S. Community of the Holy Spirit. Ann made her definitive promise Oct. 14, 2000. She was a discalced Carmelite Secular and was devoted and proud of the Carmelite community. Ann helped to take care of her parents and after her father passed away, she continued to care for her mother until her death. Ann enjoyed meeting people and helping others. Wherever she went, she made friends. She was an excellent cook and looked forward to get-togethers with family and friends. Her beautiful smile and warm personality made a person feel at ease immediately. Ann was very generous and giving to her family and friends in whatever way she could, from preparing meals, nursing someone who was ill, opening her home to someone in need or just by listening. She was a long time parishioner of St. John's Catholic Church, where she was very dedicated to her religion and volunteered while she could. Ann enjoyed music of all types and dancing to Mexican music. She loved gardening and growing beautiful flowers, traveling, learning about new things in the world and had a love for animals. Her family will always appreciate the care she received at Peaks Care Center. Family and friends will remember her as a loving, caring person who always gave from her heart. Ann was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Ernie Vela, Merce Vela and Victor Vela; and a sister, Leona Vela Borrego. She is survived by a sister, Frances Maestas and her husband Alfonso of Berthoud; two brothers, Sandy and Cruz Vela of Longmont; and a special niece, Marie Senna of Westminster, who ensured Ann was always taken care of and whom Ann loved and was grateful for. Visitation will be held at Howe Mortuary from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, with a vigil and rosary service at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with the Rev. Brian Morrow officiating. Burial will follow at Foothills Gardens of Memory. Palmer, Bryan Scott Bryan Scott Palmer - Huerfano World - December 9, 1999 - Killed - Bryan Scott Palmer, 28, of Cuchara, was killed in a one-vehicle accident Monday night, December 6, 1999, on Colorado 12, eight miles south of La Veta. He died at the scene of head and internal injuries. Palmer was driving north when he went into a right-hand curve at high speed and lost control of his vehicle. The car went into a broadside skid for 291 feet before rotting two times for an additional 130 feet, according to Highway Patrolman Richard Breece. Breece said Palmer was partially ejected on the first roll. He was not wearing a seatbelt. Born in Amarillo, TX, Apr. 14, 1971 to Sidney and Vicki Green Palmer, he was self employed in property management. Survivors include his wife, Hayla and two children, Ashley and Devan, Cuchara; his parents Sidney and Vicki Palmer, Cuchara; a brother, Steve Palmer; a sister, Shawna Palmer, both of Cuchara and his grandmother, Marguerite Green. Cremation. Palmer, Charles O. Charles O. Palmer Pueblo Chieftain - February 8, 1935 Pioneer Operator of Dairy Succumbs - Charles O. Palmer, 60, a resident of Pueblo for 42 years, operator of the Parkview dairy, died Wednesday at a local hospital. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World. Surviving him are his widow, his mother, Mrs. Dave Hughes of Pueblo; two sons, Archie of California, and William C. of Pueblo and two daughters, Mrs. Opal May Underwood and Laurabella Davis both of Pueblo. Palmer, Charles William Charles William Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - January 02, 2002 - Age 72, passed away Jan. 1, 2002. Survived by his wife, Lorene D. Palmer, of the family home in Pueblo West; children, Gloria L. Palmer, Waukegan, Ill., Larry (Beth) Palmer, Zion, Ill., and Patricia (Michael) Price, Carpentersville, Ill.; brother, Harold (Irene) Palmer; and 18 grandchildren. Preceded in death by his daughter, Dianne L. Young, and son, Gere L. Palmer. Born Dec. 24, 1929, in Waukegan, Ill. and had been a resident of Pueblo West since 1977. Member of the Park Hill Baptist Church and the Typographical Union. Funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 3, 2002, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with the Rev. Lonnie James officiating. Concluding services will be held in Zion, Ill. Those who desire may dedicate memorial contributions to the family, through the funeral home. Palmer, Feleciana Sarah Feleciana Sarah Palmer - Walsenburg World August 25, 1910 - Died at Walsenburg, Colo., on Wednesday August 17, 1910, Feleciana Sarah Palmer, age 52 years. Palmer, George B. George B. Palmer Colorado Daily Chieftain November 20, 1873 A Soldier Dead. Yesterday police officer Braden discovered the dead body of a soldier on the bottom, not far from the upper bridge. The deceased was a private belonging to the detachment of the Eighth cavalry which is now camped in South Pueblo, and no doubt he died from the exposure that followed a season of dissipation. His name was Charles B. Palmer, and as near as we can learn, his father is now a prominent citizen of Cleveland, Ohio. The officer in command of the detachment took charge of the remains. Palmer, Harvey Harvey Palmer - Rocky Mountain News October 7, 1911- Harvey Palmer at Pueblo, Colo., Oct 6 - Caught on a bridge at San Carlos on the Rio Grande railroad a short distance south of here, Palmer was walking on a railroad track. He walked onto the bridge without discovering that a train was coming from behind. Seeing his danger he ran for the opposite side but was struck. The injured man was brought to the hospital here, where he later died. Nothing was known about him. Palmer, Mary Mary Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - November 30, 2006 - Mary Palmer, 82, passed away Nov. 29, 2006, following a brief illness. Survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Jack; children, Ren (Gingah), Denver, Colo., and Sue (Paul), Williamsville, Vt.; granddaughter, Laura (Matt), Denver, Colo., and Lindsey, Atlanta, Ga. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association in her memory. Palmer, Mary Louise Mary Louise Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - May 30, 2004 - Mary Louise Palmer passed away on May 26, 2004. She was born January 19, 1912. She attended schools in Colorado, Hallsville, Texas, and Lon Morris College in east Texas. She married Raymond Palmer in 1931. Louise was preceded in death by her husband; her brother, Richard Hardin; and her son-in-law, George L. Payne. She is survived by her daughter, Rayma L. Payne of Canon City; and her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, David and Lori Payne and their children, Sydney and Haley of Spicewood, Texas; Mark and Julie Pretz and their children, Nucu and Ana of Delta, Colo.; and Russell and Brandi Payne and their daughter, Madysen of Pueblo West, Colo. She also leaves behind nieces and nephews, Jack and Marianne Hardin, Sue Gately, Frank and Peggy Hardin and their families. Louise was a talented seamstress and cook. She was a faithful member of her church and ministered to others in many ways. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends and made many of her daughter's and grandchildren's clothes for many years. She was a Girl Scouts leader and a cook at SCSC for many years. She loved the mountains and spent many happy hours at her cabin. She and her husband Raymond lived in the San Isabel area early in their marriage and later moved to Pueblo where they enjoyed good neighbors and friends. They also were part of the CCC camp at San Isabel when the lake was built. Louise helped compile a history of the San Isabel area that chronicled several of the early families in the area. There is a copy of that history in the Canon City Public Library. She was very proud of the fact that her family had homesteaded in that area in the late 1800s and that her father's ranch was located where the lake now is. Louise was a member of the Northern Avenue Methodist Church and later Wesley Methodist Church. That church had continued to support her with cards and calls even after she moved to Canon City to a nursing home. Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2004, at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel with internment to follow at Brookside Cemetery, Rye, Colo. Donations to be made to Pedernales River United Methodist Church in care of David Payne, 21818 W. Hwy. 71, Suite 201, Spicewood, TX 78669. Please omit food. Palmer, Nancy Nancy Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - November 16, 1999 - Nancy Palmer, 52, passed away Nov. 13, 1999. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Lamar United Methodist Church. The Palmer family will greet friends Wednesday from 9 a.m. until service times at the church. Palmer, Samuel Samuel Palmer Durango Democrat May 30, 1907 Samuel Palmer Killed Like a shock from the unknown flashed the news through the town last evening that at 5 o'clock Sam Palmer, the manager of the Durango Pressed Brick company, with yards on Lightner Creek, had been caught in the crusher at the plant and had been seriously injured. Dr. Ochsner, who had been summoned to wait upon the unfortunate victim, was seen at his office about 8 o'clock last night and reported that Mr. Palmer was injured beyond recovery, and that he could live but a very few hours. His legs were broken in several places and his hips crushed to a pulp. One arm was torn from its socket, besides serious chest and internal injuries. The accident occurred while Mr. Palmer was endeavoring to scrape some of the mixture in the crushing pan with a long handled scraper somewhat resembling a hoe, while doing so the scraper caught and pulled him into the pan, where he was thrown under one of the massive rollers and ground up before the machine could be stopped. The doctor was sent for immediately as was also an ambulance, but the man's condition was too serious to permit of his being taken to the hospital. Samuel Palmer was 56 years of age, and there remains to mourn him a wife, four daughters and one brother, all of whom are in Pueblo, and one brother, who was with him when he died. Mr. Palmer came to Durango from Greeley a year ago last February, and assumed the management of the plant where he met his death yesterday. He was born at Cinicinnati, Ohio, was a member of the I. O. O. F., the Masons and K. of P. No funeral arrangements have been made, but it is likely the remains will be shipped to Pueblo for interment. This will be determined as soon as his folks are communicated with. In all his dealings with his fellow-men Mr. Palmer was upright and conscientious. His was an unblemished career and the state, through his death, loses an honored and useful citizen. He had just about completed a new residence into which he was soon to move his family. Durango Democrat June 1, 1907 Sedgwick Post, G. A. R., of Durango escorted the remains of their late comrade, Samuel Palmer, to the depot yesterday morning, the body being shipped to Pueblo for burial. Note: Samuel Palmer was buried in Pioneer Cemetery in Pueblo, Colorado. Palmer, Sarah Mrs. Sarah Palmer - Walsenburg World August 18, 1910 - Died at Ripe Old Age - Mrs. Sarah Palmer was born in the state of Tennessee August 31, 1846. Died at her home in Walsenburg, Colorado, August 16th, 1910. Age 64 years 11 months and 15 days. She leaves a husband, two daughters, two sons, 7 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and three step-children and a host of friends to mourn her loss, but not her loss but the loss of her bereaved family, and heaven's gain. She was a faithful member of the A.M.E. Church and has been for many years. Her funeral was held at James A.M.E. Church, at 2 p.m. Thursday August 18, 1910. Rev. J.H., Smith, Pastor officiating. Palmer, Sue Sue Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - December 5, 2006 - Memorial service, 2 p.m. today, Davis Memorial Chapel. Palmer, Victor Albert Victor Albert Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - August 6, 1987 - Victor Albert Palmer, former resident of Trinidad, was killed Monday, Aug. 3, in an accident near his ranch in Stigler, Okla. Burial will be 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, in Masonic Cemetery in Trinidad. Palmer, Walter S. Walter S. Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - March 03, 1998 - Walter S. Palmer passed away Feb. 28, 1998, in Pueblo. Walter was born in Pueblo on March 15, 1915, to Walter C. Palmer and Laura Belle Baker Palmer. He was employed as a Soil Conservationist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture for many years before retiring in 1976. Mr. Palmer is survived by his wife, Verna, of the family home- a son, Phillip (Nobuko) Palmer- and a grandson, Andrew Palmer of California. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. Private services will be held. In lieu of food and flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Palmer, William C. William C. Palmer - Pueblo Chieftain - March 06, 1986 - William C. Palmer, 82, long time Pueblo resident, late of 4301 Thatcher Ave., passed away at Four Seasons Nursing Home. March 4,1986. Predeceased by his wife, Crystal, in 1985. Mr. and Mrs. Palmer operated a garden supply store and later a quilt shop at their home. He is survived by a daughter, Mae MacFarlin of Corpus Christi, Texas; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Betty Vanderschwer, of Salt Lake City, Utah; a nephew, William J. (Janice) Davis of Pueblo; a niece Glenda Vanderschwer of Salt Lake City. Memorial services at 10 a.m., Saturday in Rose Chapel, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home. Cremation. Friends will be received at the funeral home following the service. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Palmeri, Sebastiana Sebastiana "Bessie" Palmeri - Pueblo Chieftain - February 07, 2005 - Sebastiana "Bessie" Palmeri, 90, born in Lucca Sicula, Sicily, June 18, 1914, departed this life on Feb. 4, 2005. Bessie is preceded by her husband, Liberante Palmeri; father, Rosario Bellitti; mother, Caterina Parlapiano; brothers, Giovanni, Giuseppe and Vincenzo Bellitti. She is survived by her children, Anna (Antonio) Costanza, Santo (Francesca) Palmeri, Rosario (Diana) Palmeri; beloved grandchildren, Pete Joe Costanza, Rita (Neil) Ohrdorf, Mary (Jeff) Smith, Claudia (Clete) Zakrzewski, Dorinda, Marco, Nellie Palmeri; great-grandchildren, Sara Smith and Dante Zakrzewski. She is also survived by numerous other relatives. Special thanks to all at University Life Care Center, Dr. Michael Wood, Sangre De Cristo Hospice and Palliative Care. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. Monday, at George McCarthy Funeral Home; memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, at St. Therese, interment Roselawn Cemetery. Please omit food and flowers. Donations can be made for St. Padre Pio Church in Italy through George McCarthy Funeral Home. Palmintieri, Virginia G. Virginia G. Palmintieri - The Downey Eagle Newspaper November 28, 1997 - Virginia G. Palmintieri remembered by many Downey, CA - Graveside services were held Nov. 20 at Calvary Cemetery for Virginia Grace Palmintieri, a former 20 year resident of Downey, a seamstress for the Guild Lingerie Company for 20 years, and a member of the Augostino Palmintieri pioneer Downey family that once owned orange groves here. She was born in Pueblo, Colorado, lived in Whittier, and died Nov. 17 at Whittier Presbyterian Hospital at the age of 81. Survivors include her brother, Pete Palmintieri of Whittier. Reverend Father John Moloney officiated. Arrangements were by the Downey Zrelak Family Mortuary. Palmour, Eugene Otis Eugene Otis Palmour - Pueblo Chieftain - October 18, 2005 - Eugene Otis Palmour, 84, born Aug. 18, 1921, passed away Oct. 16, 2005. Preceded in death by his sister, Geneva Clymore of Chelsea, Okla., Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Marquerite Palmour; children, Debbie (Glen) Chapman of Bailey, Colo., Valerie (Brian) Greer of Dillon, Colo., and Neil (Sandy) Palmour; grandchildren, Patrick (Jodi) Hayden of Durango, Colo., Shawna Hayden of Englewood, Colo., and Kyle Palmour of Pueblo. He graduated from Chelsea High School in Chelsea, Okla., and was the owner of Palmour Plumbing from 1955 to 2002. He also served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1947. Eugene was a member of the Pueblo West Saddle Club. Eugene also enjoyed golfing, fishing, water and snow skiing. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of choice in his memory. Palmquist, Lois Eleanor Lois Eleanor Palmquist - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home February 12, 2004 - Lois Eleanor Palmquist, age 93, passed away February 11, 2004. She was born on February 15, 1910 to Adolphus and Rhoda Mangum in Durham, Texas. She graduated from high school in Lubbock, TX, received her BA degree from Texas Tech in 1935 and her MA from Colorado State College in 1940 (now known as University of Northern Colorado). She was united in marriage to Oscar Harold Palmquist in January of 1941 in Lubbock, TX. She taught chorus, English and music. She was also a choral director. She was a member of Trinidad Area Retired School Employees Association, First Baptist Church, Order of the Eastern Star, Delta Kappa Gamma, PEO Chapter DE, National Education Association and Colorado Education Association. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Oscar; her son, Harold "Hap"; six sisters and two brothers. She is survived by daughter-in-law, Margaret Palmquist of Trinidad; grandchildren, Derek (Jenise) Palmquist of Colorado Springs, Julianne (Dave) Shaver of Trinidad and Kristy (Bobby) Applegate of Provo, UT. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 13 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 14 at 1 p.m. at the United Presbyterian Church with Rev. Gary Gardner officiating. Interment will take place on Monday, February 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the Trinidad Masonic Cemetery. Active pallbearers are Dave Shaver, Jim Mangino, Mike Mangino, Larry Williams, Derek Palmquist and Bill Swenson. Honorary pallbearers are Wallis Miles, her caregivers and friends. The family requests that memorials be made to Helping Hands Ministry, 1101 Arizona, Trinidad, CO 81082 or United Presbyterian Church, 801 San Pedro, Trinidad, CO 81082. The family may be contacted at 1225 Alta, Trinidad, CO 81082. The family of Lois Eleanor Palmquist has entrusted arrangements to the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Palomar, Christina Christina "Tina" Palomar - Pueblo Chieftain - September 01, 2005 - Christina "Tina" Palomar, 51, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord Aug. 30, 2005. Preceded in death by her grandparents, Ricardo and Margarita Palomar and Jose and Dolores Acuna. Survived by her beloved son, Christopher Palomar; daughter, Kristina (AJ Duran) Palomar; granddaughter (the light of her life), Brooklynn Annalisa and soon-to-be-born sibling; grandson, Jacob Mark Palomar; son, Robert Palomar; parents, Miguel and Eleanor Palomar; loyal and loving sister, Dianna (John) Cordova; brother, Miguel (Martha) Palomar; special uncle and aunt, Richard and Vicky. She'll be deeply missed by her nieces and nephews whom she loved as if they were her own, Andrea (Eddie) Lopez; godson, Ray "Contaro" (Anessa) Cordova, Elly Cordova, Noah Cordova, Emma Cordova, Brian Palomar and Mikey Palomar; great-nieces and -nephews, Xavier, Janette, Demitrius, Reina, Ivylin and Emagine; numerous friends and family. Auntie Tina loved movies, TV, fishing, the ocean and baking. Memorial vigil, 7 p.m. today, Mount Carmel Catholic Church and memorial funeral service, 1 p.m. Friday, Praise Assembly of God. Reception at Praise Assembly following funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wells Fargo Bank in the name of Christopher Palomar, her 12-year-old son. Palos, Rose Rose Palos Pueblo Chieftain January 25, 1933 Rose Palos of 1709 W. 11th died January 24, at a local hospital. Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Palos. Announcement later. Pueblo Chieftain - January 26, 1933 - Rose Palos services. Thursday at 9:30 Geo. F. McCarthy Funeral Home chapel. Mt. Carmel church 10 a.m. To Roselawn. Palumbo, Angelo F. Sr. Angelo F. Palumbo Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - June 24, 2006 - Angelo F. Palumbo Sr., 89, passed away June 21, 2006. Survived by his wife, Racine W. Palumbo of the family home; Dan (Janet) Palumbo, Pueblo West, Angelo (Sharon) Palumbo Jr., Ronald (Marlene) Palumbo, Donald (Valerie) Palumbo; all of Pueblo, Shirley (Wally) Wallace and Joe (Lynn) Guagliardo, both of Calif.; daughters-in-law, Beverly Palumbo, Texas, Alice Palumbo and Lori Palumbo, both of Pueblo; son-in-law, Phil Sais, Pueblo; 19 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his children, Johnny Palumbo, Ben Palumbo, Bobby Palumbo and Honey Sais. Angelo was born Feb. 3, 1917, in Pueblo and was a lifetime Pueblo resident. He was a bartender for over 30 years, first at Coor's Tavern and later for the Star Bar and was also one of Pueblo's first landscapers. At his request, there will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Those who desire may make memorial contributions to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice through Montgomery & Steward. Palumbo, Anthony Anthony Palumbo - Pueblo Chieftain - April 14, 1987 - Anthony Palumbo. Military committal, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Fort Lyon National Cemetery. Palumbo, Ben Ben "Dog" Palumbo - Pueblo Chieftain - March 19, 2001 - Age 74, lifetime Pueblo resident passed away March 17, 2001. Preceded in death by parents, Dan and Rachel Palumbo; brothers, Tony and John Palumbo and Joe "Chink", Angelo "Gob" Ricci; sisters, Angelina Albo and Lena Neumeister. He is survived by his wife, Katherine Palumbo, Pueblo; children, David (Susan) Palumbo, Midelothian, Va., Carl (Loretta) Palumbo, Pueblo, Bill (Monica) Palumbo, Littleton, Colo., Janet (Dick) Hendrix, Pueblo; seven grandchildren; brother, Angelo (Racine) Palumbo, and sister-in-law, Dorothy Ricci. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Ben served in the military as a World War II veteran. Most people will remember Ben for his many years of co-owning and managing the Star Bar and touching their lives with his quick wit and sense of humor. Visitation today, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service, Tuesday, March 20, 2001, 2 p.m., T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Interment to follow Roselawn Cemetery. Palumbo, John John "The Mailman" Palumbo - Pueblo Chieftain - January 26, 2003 - John "The Mailman" Palumbo, 53, a soldier of the Lord, who not only delivered the mail but delivered the Word of God, departed to be with the Lord, Jan. 25, 2003. Preceded in death by brothers, Bobby and Benny; sister, Honey Sais; sister-in-law, Pam. Survived by his wife, Lori; sons, Giovanni (Tamara)Joshua (Michelle)grandchildren, Jordan, Michaela, Devin, Jeremiah, Joshua; parents, Angelo and Racine; brothers, Dan (Janet), Angelo (Sharon), Ron, Don (Valerie)brother-in-law, Phil Sais; sisters-in-law, Alice and Beverly; and many family and friends. Graveside memorial at Imperial Gardens, 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2, 2003. Family and friends will be received at 926 Aledo Drive, following service. "I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7. John's message to all, "Keep the faith!" Palumbo, Pam M. Pam M. Palumbo - Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 2002 - Pam M. Palumbo of Pueblo, Colo., went to be with the Lord on Oct. 29, 2002. She is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Ron Palumbo; daughters, Sabrina Palumbo, Rhonda (Joe) Palumbo; son, Tony Palumbo. Her pride and joy were her grandchildren, Melinda and Joey. Survived by her loving parents, Wayne and Phyllis Sloan; sister, Linda Sloan; brother, Doug (Marcia) Sloan; numerous nephews and nieces, other friends and relatives. Dearly missed by her father- and mother-in-law, Angelo and Racine Palumbo. Missed by her beloved dog, Snuggles. She will be remembered as a loving mother, daughter, sister and wife. She will be remembered by her friends and family as always giving of her time and talent. People knew her by her smile and laugh. Pam participated as an Eucharistic Minister and CCD teacher at Christ the King. Dedicated in work to the Pueblo Women's Clinic, an avid Broncos fan, her devotion could be seen in the "Neighboring Fans Broncos Float" at the Parade of Lights and State Fair Parade. Viewing, 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Roselawn Chapel. Rosary and Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 2002, at Christ the King. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Roselawn Reception Hall following interment. Paluska, William T. William T. "Bill" Paluska - Pueblo Chieftain - August 3, 2006 - William T. "Bill" Paluska passed away August 1, 2006 in Pueblo. He was born Dec. 6, 1922, in Waverly, Ill., to Jake and Elsie Paluska. Known to his friends and family in Waverly, Ill., as "Tudie", Bill joined the Merchant Marines following graduation. He then jumped on his motorcycle and headed west ending up in Lewistown, and later Three Forks, Mont., where he became well-known as "Big Daddy." Bill worked 38 years as a locomotive engineer on the Milwaukee Railroad. He worked on steam, electric, and diesel locomotives and retired in 1980. Following his retirement, he moved to Pueblo, and was again employed as a locomotive engineer at the Transportation Test Center and the Toltec-Cumbres Railroad. He also worked as a security guard at Pueblo Memorial Airport. Known to his Pueblo friends and his family as "Mokie," and "Papa Mokie" he was a stranger to no one. Those who met Bill would never forget him. He was a member of FOE No. 145. His passion was golf and he was a member at the Elmwood Golf Course. However, with Bill it was always family first whether it was a holiday function or riding the state fair rides with his grandchildren. He was a gentle giant who enjoyed life to the fullest. He was preceded in death by his parents. His survivors include his wife of 37 years, LaVonne "Gramma" of Pueblo; sister, Dorothy Jean Nera and Nelson, Waverly, Ill.; daughters, Kathy (Ed) Groves, Pueblo, and Pam Paluska, Pony, Mont.; grandchildren, Kyle (Kendra) Groves, Atlanta, Ga., and Maggi (Marc) Swanson, Minneapolis, Minn.; great-grandchildren, Katelyn, Matthew, Presley, Cheyenne, Summer and Bronson. No viewing, cremation in the Davis Crematory. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Friday, August 4, 2006, in the Davis Memorial Chapel. In lieu of food and flowers, donations in memory of Bill, may be made to the Parkinson Association of the Rockies through the mortuary. The family will greet friends at the Elmwood Golf Course Clubhouse following the service. Panak, Stephen Stephen Panak Routt County Sentinel December 3, 1920 Among Our Neighbors Stephen Panak, who two weeks ago was taken to Pueblo from Craig, died Saturday at the insane asylum. Panariso, Thelma Viola Thelma Viola Panariso - Pueblo Chieftain - January 08, 2002 - Age 85, formerly of Pueblo, passed away in Apache Junction, Ariz., on Jan. 1, 2002. Graveside service, 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2002, at Roselawn Cemetery. Panariso, Virginia C. Virginia C. Panariso - Pueblo Chieftain - December 11, 2005 - Virginia C. Panariso, 85, of Pueblo, passed away Dec. 7, 2005. Virginia was born on Jan. 7, 1920, in Pueblo, CO. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Tony Panariso; sister, Elizabeth Riccillo; children, Mary (Jess) Sparks, Tony (Yvonne) Panariso and Jim Panariso; grandchildren, Gina (Dennis) Staggs, Dina (Ray) Sandoval, Tony Panariso, Andrea (Simon) Ayala, Nicole (Adam McKenna) Panariso, Jim (Sarah) Panariso, Phillip (Jana) Panariso; great-grandchildren, Tiffany Staggs, Chance, Felicity and Alliah Ayala, Alenna and McKenna Panariso; numerous nieces and nephews. Virginia will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. Visitation, 2 to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, 2005. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday Dec. 13, 2005, all services at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pancoast, Dallas K. Dallas K. Pancoast - Pueblo Chieftain - April 8, 1987 - Dallas K. Pancoast, beloved husband of Evelyn Pancoast, went to be with God on April 5, 1987. Mr. Pancoast was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church and Local 407 of Teamsters, Fraternal Order of Police-Ohio State Lodge and Cleveland Police Historical Society. Mr. Pancoast retired from the trucking industry and moved to Pueblo in 1975. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Pancoast of the family home, three sons, Dallas W. (Diane) Pancoast of Pueblo, James David (Roberta) Pancoast of Rocky River, Ohio, and Jerome Paul (Ruth Ann) Pancoast of Morrison, Colo. Also survived by one daughter, Joyce Evelyn (Ted) Lely of Aurora, Colo.; eight grandchildren, Debbie, Denise, Darlene, Dallas Jr., Jimmy, Jim, Johnathon, and Melissa; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. The rosary recitation will be held at -6 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, and the memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 9, at Christ the King Catholic Church, with Father Bill Gleason officiating at both services. Cremation. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the Pueblo County Heart Association through the funeral home office. Pancoast, Dallas William Dallas William Pancoast - Pueblo Chieftain - July 16, 1999 - Dallas William Pancoast, 64, beloved husband, father and grandfather departed this life July 14, 1999, at Parkview Episcopal Medical Center. Born March 12, 1935, in Lakewood, Ohio. Mr. Pancoast served in the U.S. Air Force. He worked for the FAA for 27 years in flight service and 13 years in Pueblo as air traffic controller. He retired in 1990 from the Pueblo Army Depot. His love of baseball and softball led him to organize a team for the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Pagosa Springs. During his younger playing days, he was scouted by the Cleveland Indians farm club in 1953. He also loved fishing and telling stories about "the one that got away." He loved his family very much. Survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Diane Sitton Pancoast of the family home- children, Debbie J. (William) Swenson, Pagosa Springs, Denise (Gilbert) Dorland, Federal Way, Wash., Darlene Maldonado, Pueblo, Dallas (Connie) Pancoast, Pueblo West- mother, Evelyn Pancoast, Aurora, Colo.- siblings, Joyce (Ted) Lely, Aurora, Colo., Jerome (Mary) Pancoast, Littleton, James (Bobbi) Pancoast, Phoenix, Ariz.- grandchildren, Michelle Maldonado, Domonic, Alexandria and Levi LeDoux, Dallas Benjamin Pancoast, Gilbert, Alex and Victoria Dorland, Christopher Espinoza, Calvin Espinoza-Neloms, Stephanie and Robbie Swenson- one great-grandchild, Makayla Dorland- several nieces, nephews and friends also survive. At Mr. Pancoast's request, cremation has taken place. A will be held in Pagosa Springs in August, the time will be announced at a later date. Family will receive friends at the family home. Pancoast, Evelyn M. Evelyn M. Pancoast (nee Fierst) - Pueblo Chieftain - February 15, 2000 - Evelyn M. Pancoast (nee Fierst), beloved wife of Dallas K. Pancoast; beloved mother of Dallas W. (Diane), James D. (Roberta), Jerome P. (Mary) and Joyce E. Lely (Ted); Grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of 11. Daughter of Rose LePelley and Otto Fierst. Sister of Alice Kitchen, Wilmer (Bill) Fierst, Norman Fierst and Albert LePelley. She lived in Cleveland and Lakewood, Ohio, Tucson, Ariz., Pueblo and Aurora, Colo. She passed away Tuesday, Jan. 25, in Aurora, Colo. Services to be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, at Christ the King Church in Pueblo. Memorials may be forwarded to American Heart Association, 1280 S. Parker Road, Denver, Colo. 80231. Pando, Aggie V. Aggie V. (Smokey) Pando - Pueblo Chieftain - March 04, 1999 - Aggie V. (Smokey) Pando, born June 3, 1918, Pueblo, died Feb. 28. Rosary, 7 p.m. today, Moore Howard Aurora Chase Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Friday, St. Theresa Catholic Church, Aurora. Memorial Mass, 11 a.m. Saturday, Christ the King Catholic Church, Pueblo. Survived by wife, Amelia Pando; son, David (Beth)daughter, Nancy (Tim) Robles; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Pando, Amelia Amelia Pando - Pueblo Chieftain - July 11, 2002 - Amelia Pando, born in Pueblo, Colo., Oct. 18, 1923, died in Aurora, Colo., July 2, 2002. Rosary and Mass was held at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Aurora, Colo., with burial at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Memorial Mass to be held at 11 a.m. July 13, 2002, at Christ the King Church, Pueblo, Colo. Mrs. Pando retired from the Pueblo Army Depot and the Colorado Health Department' Pueblo, Colo. Also retired from the American Red Cross as a social worker for service to the Armed Forces and Veterans. Survivors include son, David (Beth) Pando and Nancy (Tim) Robles; siblings are Mary Montoya, Annabelle Trujillo, Richard Chavez; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Hospice of Metro Denver, 425 S. Cherry St., Suite 700, Denver, CO 80246-1234. Panepinto, Vincent C. Vincent C. Panepinto - Pueblo Chieftain - July 24, 1986 - Vincent C. Panepinto, July 23, 1986. Brother of Tom Panepinto, Colorado Springs; Jennie Ammons, Utah; Frances Blackburn, California; and Rose (John L. Sr.) Skube, Pueblo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of WW II, Pacific Theater, and the Korean Conflict. He was a member of USWA Local 2102 and retired from CF&I in 1983. Rosary service, 7 p.m. Friday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Saturday, Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn. The family will receive friends at the chapel after the rosary and at the home of John Panepinto after the interment. Friends also are welcome to call at the home of Rose Skube. Panicco, Margaret L. Margaret L. Panicco - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - January 05, 1996 - Margaret L. Panicco, 81, a homemaker, died Jan. 2, 1996, at her home in Colorado Springs. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. today at Swan-Law Funeral Home, 501 N. Cascade Ave. The funeral will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home's Cascade Chapel, with the Rev. George Pederson officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery, 1005 S. Hancock Ave. Mrs. Panicco was born April 21, 1914, in Ojo to Archie A. and Bessie (Webber) Elliott. She was married Feb. 14, 1935, in Walsenburg to Arthur Frank Panicco, who died in 1969. She is survived by a son, Arthur E. of Colorado Springs; a daughter, LaVerne Villa of Walsenburg; two sisters, Pearl M. Clark of Manitou Springs and Myrtle Inez Chambon of Colorado Springs; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Mrs. Panicco had been a Colorado Springs resident since 1955 and was a Methodist. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Silver Key Senior Services, 2250 Bott Ave., Colorado Springs 80904. Panion, Josephine L. Josephine L. Panion - Huerfano World - May 2, 1991 - Mass of Christian Burial was Monday from St. Mary Church for Josephine Panion of Walsenburg. Mrs. Panion, 75, died Apr. 25, 1991 in a Pueblo Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. Born in Walsenburg July 1, 1915, she graduated from St. Mary School and shortly after went to work for her father, the late Norman Joseph, at Table Queen Bakery for 20 years. After, she and her husband Rudy, whom she married Oct. 30, 1944, purchased and operated Uptown Bakery for 20 years, retiring in 1975. She had been an active member and officer of Catholic Daughters of America and St. Mary Church. Survivors include her husband, Rudy, Walsenburg; a daughter, Norma Terrill, Pueblo; two brothers, Edward Joseph, Walsenburg and Dr. Norman Joseph, Aurora; one sister, Mary Ferris, Walsenburg; three grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Burial was in North St. Mary Cemetery. Panion, Sophie Mae Sophie Mae (Dunda) Panion - Pueblo Chieftain - May 11, 2006 - Sophie Mae (Dunda) Panion, 94, surrounded by her loving family, went to be with her Heavenly Father on May 9, 2006. Sophie was born Oct. 30, 1911, in Pueblo, Colo., to John and Helen Dunda. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Panion; sisters, Mary Boyd, Julia Rakich and Anna Hill; and brothers, Frank, John, Steve, Mike and Pete Dunda. Survived by daughter, Barbara Hemrick of Colorado Springs; sons, John (Anna), George (Lynda) and Robert (Gina) Panion, all of Pueblo; grandchildren, affectionately known to her as her "Angel Babies," Donna Black, Julie Baca, Kim Nakaguma, Karolyn Young, Colleen Brauer, Gary Hemrick, Suzanne Gallegos, Christopher Panion, Stephanie, Leslie and Kenny Panion. Also survived by 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and numerous nieces and nephews to include her close niece, Helen (Louie) Daurio. "Soph" loved spending time in her rose garden and will be remembered for her homemade meals, baked bread and potica, which made family gatherings special. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Friday, May 12, at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Friday, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13; both services St. Mary Catholic Church, 307 E. Mesa, with interment immediately following at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers and food, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation. Pankey, Norma Jean Norma Jean Pankey - Pueblo Chieftain - January 01, 2004 - Norma Jean Pankey, born Feb. 4, 1932 in Oklahoma, passed away unexpectedly Dec. 29, 2003. She is survived by her husband Jim, mother, Sue Cozza of Minnequa Medicenter and brother Brett Cozza, children, Dennis, Brian, and Todd Richardson all of Pueblo, Wayne Martin of Northglenn and Carolyn Reeves of Florence. 8 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends also survive. A member of Southwest Church of Christ for many years where a memorial service will be held, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Pannell, Henry J. Jr. Henry J. Pannell Jr. - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - November 3, 1961 - Four Die in Plane Crash Near Pueblo - Flying into a blinding snowstorm, four men crashed to their deaths in a light plane Thursday 17 miles southeast of Pueblo. The fast-moving storm cleared within a few hours to reveal the wreckage on the Butler Ranch. Another airman, Glenn L. Nash, spotted the shattered remains on a flight from Pueblo to Raton, N.M. Those killed were Carlyle C. Madson, 50, the pilot, and Henry J. Pannell, Jr., 30 both of San Diego, Calif.; Paul Miller, 38 (?), La Mesa, Calif., and Vernon L. Parrish, 32, Denver. Parrish headed an electronics firm with offices in Denver, Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. The others all were employes of a San Diego firm. First on the scene, according to Maj. Lawrence H. Reibscheid, information officer of Group III, Civil Air Patrol, were three CAP officers and two deputy sheriffs of Pueblo County. They arrived on the scene at about 4:30 p.m. The searchers were Lt. Col. W. A. Coe of Black Forest, deputy communications officer of the Colorado Wing CAP; 1st Lt. Joseph Girodano and 1st Lt. Elvina Smith of the Pueblo County (?) CAP, and deputy sheriffs Theodore Nickolett and M. C. Forester. The search was directed by Lt. Col. Herbert E. Hammond of Colorado Springs, commanding officer of Group III. Operations officer was Maj. Earl Cole of Manitou Springs, also of Group III. The wreckage was scattered over a quarter mile area of the flat prairie land north of the Huerfano River, Hammond said. The largest piece of wreckage could be put in the back of a pickup truck. One body was in the nose wreckage. Two others were 80 feet ahead of where the plane struck the ground. The fourth body was at the point of impact. Controllers at the Pueblo airport said the plane, bound from Denver to Albuquerque, N.M., radioed at 10:43 a.m. that it was returning to Pueblo after running into the blizzard. Efforts to communicate with the plane failed. Workmen on the Butler Ranch said they heard the roar of a plane, apparently at full throttle, about 10:45 a.m. but heard no crash. The plane did not burn. It dug a furrow about 8 inches deep before disintegrating. Sheriff officers said it appeared the plane struck in a pancake fashion. Reibscheid said that since Feb. 4 of this year, the CAP has participated in more than 25 search and rescue missions of this type. Pannell, W. H. W. H. Pannell - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: W. H. Pannell is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists W. H. Pannell as an American, age 30, and single. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pannunzio, Sam Sam "Sal" Pannunzio - Pueblo Chieftain - March 13, 2002 - Age 91, born Dec. 9, 1910, passed away March 8, 2002, in Florida. Mr. Pannunzio is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Georgia Pannunzio; and sons, Joe (Barbara) Pannunzio, Pueblo, Tom (Lou) Pannunzio, Florida, and Sam (Betty) Pannunzio, Pueblo. Also survived by 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Esther Pannunzio, Mary Roblek, Catherine Vider, Freda Bruening and Sophie Lest; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Carmela and Guiseppe Pannunzio; and brothers, Nick Pannunzio and Mike (Tillie) Pannunzio. Sam retired from the fire department in 1967 after 30 years of service. Viewing, noon to 7 p.m. Thursday. The family will receive friends Thursday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Panof, Suota Suota Panof Eagle Valley Enterprise April 27, 1917 Bandits Take $1,500, Murder Woman Trinidad. The body of Mrs. Suota Panof was found in her residence at Berwind by neighbors who were attracted to the home by cries of her baby. She had been strangled, and a money belt in which she is known to have carried $1,500 was missing. Panowitz, Wanda Wanda Panowitz - Pueblo Chieftain - April 23, 2005 - Wanda Panowitz, 90, passed away on April 21, 2005. She is survived by her niece and nephew, Erna (Arnold) Jestadt. Wanda was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Pueblo West, and an honorary member of the Pueblo German Club. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Monday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Entombment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church, Pueblo West. Pantaleo, Carl R. Carl R. Pantaleo - Pueblo Chieftain - September 17, 2004 - Carl R. Pantaleo passed away Sept. 14, 2004, in Boone. Carl was born in Pueblo on May 2, 1942, to Carl and Clara Pantaleo. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and had been employed as an auto mechanic in this area for many years. Carl was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Robert Pantaleo. He is survived by three sisters, Vivian (Al) Golob, Nancy (Jim) Goemmer and Shirley Pantaleo; as well as several nieces and nephews. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. Private services are planned. Pantaleo, Josephine Josephine Pantaleo - Pueblo Chieftain - November 21, 1997 - Josephine Pantaleo, of St. Charles Mesa, passed away Nov. 20, 1997. Preceded in death by her parents, Rosario and Vita Pantaleo. Survivors include her sister, Virginia Cacciatore, Pueblo, Colo. - nephews, Joseph H. and Russell Cacciatore, of the family home- numerous nieces and nephews- grandnieces and nephews- and great-grandnieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers, Phillip, Joe, Paul, Carl, Sam and John- sisters, Loretta and Mary- brother-in-law, Henry Cacciatore- nephews, Jack, Carl and Sam Jr. - and niece, Vivian Linnell. Ms. Pantaleo was a member of St. Joseph Church parish where services will be held. Rosary, Friday, 7 p.m. and funeral Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends at 719 Belmont Ave. Pantaleo, Loretta Loretta Pantaleo - Pueblo Chieftain - March 20, 1986 - Loretta Pantaleo of 1486 Lane 28 South, March 19,1986. Sister of Sam Pantaleo, Pueblo; Josephine Pantaleo of the family home; John (Clara) Pantaleo, and Virginia (Henry) Cacciatore, both of Pueblo. Survived also by numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Rosario and Vita Pantaleo, pioneer St. Charles Mesa farmers; and brothers and sisters, Phillip, Joseph, Paul, Carl, and Mary Pantaleo, who passed away June 7, 1982. A lifelong resident of Pueblo, Miss Pantaleo attended Pueblo County schools and assisted in managing the Pantaleo family farm. She was a member of St. Joseph Church: Rosary service, 8:30 p.m. Friday; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment, Roselawn. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Friends will be received at the family home, 1486 Lane 28 South. Pantaleo, Robert S. Robert S. Pantaleo - Pueblo Chieftain - November 10, 2001 - Robert S. Pantaleo, 51, born Aug. 22, 1950. Passed away Nov. 6, 2001. Survived by his children, Lisa (Chuck) Lucero and Alex Pantaleo. Grandchildren, Charlie and Emily Lucero. Sisters, Vivian (Al) Golob, Nancy (Jim) Goemmer, Shirley Pantaleo and brother Carl Pantaleo along with numerous nieces and nephews and his special dog, Baby. Preceded by parents, Carl and Clara Pantaleo. Robert was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and worked at Pueblo Chemical Depot. He was employed by the government for over 31 years. He loved the mountains and especially enjoyed playing with his grandchildren. At his request, cremation with private family services. Pantazes, Nick Nick Pantazes - Pueblo Chieftain - Nick Pantazes - November 28, 2000 - Nick Pantazes, 61, of Pueblo, passed away Nov. 25, 2000. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Sherri Pantazes, June 13, 2000; parents, Pete and Romana Pantazes; sister, Elaine Gusman; cousin, Frances Anaya; and father-in-law, Nash Jimenez. Nick is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Patricia Pantazes; children, Nicholas Pantazes of Boulder and Jeff Pantazes of Golden, Colo.; brothers, George (Cordy) Pantazes of Aguilar, Jim (Liz) Pantazes of Denver, Tom Pantazes of Aguilar, William (Antonia) Pantazes of Aguilar; sisters, Cresente Merrill of Salt Lake City, Utah, Mary Pantazes of Aguilar, Violet Carlin of Anaheim, Calif.; mother-in-law, Rosella Jimenez; brother-in-law, Frank (Bonnie) Jimenez; and sister-in-law, Charlene (Sam) Hamill. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Nick was a member of Praise Assembly of God and served in the Army during the Vietnam era. He had been employed with CF&I for 33 years, as well as many other side jobs. Nick was an extremely dedicated family man. Mr. Pantazes worked his whole life for his wife and children to give them the best he could offer and making sure his children received the finest education. He was a great lover of the outdoors and enjoyed spending time in the garden, working with his hands and tinkering, playing his guitar or spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for always giving with his heart and never expecting anything in return, a true servant of God. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Praise Assembly of God, with interment to follow, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Military honors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Following graveside services, family will greet friends at Praise Assembly Church Hall. - February 22, 2002 - In Memoriam - Nick Pantazes Feb. 22, 1939 - Nov. 25, 2000 Just a token of love's devotion That our hearts still long for you. Thinking of you on your birthday. Love always, Pat, Nicholas and Jeffery Pantazes, Nick Nick Pantazes - Pueblo Chieftain - November 28, 2000 - Nick Pantazes, 61, of Pueblo, passed away Nov. 25, 2000. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Sherri Pantazes, June 13, 2000; parents, Pete and Romana Pantazes; sister, Elaine Gusman; cousin, Frances Anaya; and father-in-law, Nash Jimenez. Nick is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Patricia Pantazes; children, Nicholas Pantazes of Boulder and Jeff Pantazes of Golden, Colo.; brothers, George (Cordy) Pantazes of Aguilar, Jim (Liz) Pantazes of Denver, Tom Pantazes of Aguilar, William (Antonia) Pantazes of Aguilar; sisters, Cresente Merrill of Salt Lake City, Utah, Mary Pantazes of Aguilar, Violet Carlin of Anaheim, Calif.; mother-in-law, Rosella Jimenez; brother-in-law, Frank (Bonnie) Jimenez; and sister-in-law, Charlene (Sam) Hamill. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Nick was a member of Praise Assembly of God and served in the Army during the Vietnam era. He had been employed with CF&I for 33 years, as well as many other side jobs. Nick was an extremely dedicated family man. Mr. Pantazes worked his whole life for his wife and children to give them the best he could offer and making sure his children received the finest education. He was a great lover of the outdoors and enjoyed spending time in the garden, working with his hands and tinkering, playing his guitar or spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for always giving with his heart and never expecting anything in return, a true servant of God. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Praise Assembly of God, with interment to follow, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Military honors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Following graveside services, family will greet friends at Praise Assembly Church Hall. Pantazes, Sherri R. Sherri R. Pantazes - Pueblo Chieftain - June 15, 2000 - Sherri R. Pantazes, born Nov. 20, 1979, passed away June 13, 2000. Preceded in death by grandpa Nash Jimenez, Aug. 3, 1992; grandma Romana Pantazes, Nov. 13, 1978; grandpa Pete Pantazes, Jan. 27, 1984; aunt Elaine Gusman, April 23, 1999; and cousin Frances Anaya, June 4, 1997. Survived by her loving parents, Nick and Pat Pantazes; brothers, Nicholas Pantazes and Jeffery Pantazes, both of Boulder; grandma, Rosella Jimenez; special friend, Brianne Ahlin; as well as numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. She was attending CU-Colorado Springs, enjoying her studies. Sherri was a 1998 graduate of Central High School. She played two years of basketball for South High School before transferring to Central High School, where she played basketball the next two years. Some of Sherri's happiest years were spent at Trinity Lutheran School, where she graduated from eighth grade. She kept in close contact with her principal and teachers. She will be remembered for her great sense of humor; thinking with her heart and making you feel welcome with her personal touch. Sherri was very keen-witted and outgoing. Her warmth and charm will be greatly missed. Funeral services, 2 p.m. Friday, June 16, 2000, Praise Assembly of God. Interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pantleo, Russell J. Russell J. Pantleo - Pueblo Chieftain - August 02, 2003 - Russell J. Pantleo, 87, passed away July 31, 2003. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Bessie Pantleo, Feb. 23, 1993. Russell was a lifetime St. Charles Mesa resident. He retired from the Dana Corporation and was a past member of the Eagles Lodge. He loved fishing, gardening, dancing with his wife and working. Russell lived for his family and grandchildren. Survived by his children, Geneva (Joe) Toland, Sam J (Pat) Pantleo, Russ (Dorothy) Pantleo; grandchildren, Ronald Toland, Cindy (Scott) Jones, Darren (Lorie) Pantleo, Patrick (Lecia) Pantleo, Russ (Elaine) Pantleo, Geno (Barbara) Pantleo, Angela Pantleo; nine great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Viewing, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home, the family will be present to receive friends and relatives from 3 to 5 p.m. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Joseph Catholic Church in Blend, 1145 S. Aspen Road, Pueblo, CO. Interment following at Roselawn Cemetery. Pantleo, Russell P. Russell P. Pantleo - Pueblo Chieftain - May 08, 2002 - Russell P. Pantleo, age 90, departed this life on May 6, 2002. Born Oct. 21, 1911, in Pueblo, Colo. Survived by his brothers, Frank (Angel) Pantleo and Phil (Teddy) Pantleo, Lawson, Mo.; and his sisters, Jean Wade, Pueblo, and Pauline (John) Maggio, Holtsville, N.Y. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Margie Pantleo, Westminster, Colo., and Fritzie Pantleo Wobst, Pueblo; aunt, Virginia Caccicatore; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, including Ethel (Bill) Slobodnik and Chris and Marty Slobodnik. He is preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Pauline Pantleo; brothers, Carl and Jack Pantleo; and sister, Eva Stewart. Russell was a veteran of World War II and a retired supervisor from the CF&I Steel Corp. Viewing, noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Paolucci, Lucy Margaret Lucy Margaret Paolucci - Pueblo Chieftain - September 20, 2001 - Lucy Margaret Paolucci, age 94, of Trinidad, died Sept. 17, 2001. She was born July 2, 1907, in Krakow, Czechoslovakia, to Joseph and Rose (Muschial) Kabuda. Lucy came to the U.S. at the age of 3 from Czechoslovakia. She married Gaetano Paolucci May 1, 1926, in Trinidad, Colo. She was a housewife and mother of three children. She was a member of Starkville and Holy Trinity Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gaetano Paolucci; parents, Joseph and Rose Kabuda; brother, Frank Kabuda; sister and brother-in-law, Blanche and Martin Naglich. She is survived by son, Tano (Loretta) Paolucci, La Junta, Colo.; daughters, Violett (Frank) Montera, Trinidad, Lucille (Bob) Ozzello, Trinidad; 10 grandchildren, Viki (Paul) Heckman, Seattle, Wash., Richard Montera, Eaton, Yvonne (Richard) Cordova, Billy Ozzello, Christine (Ron) Barela, all of Trinidad, Charles (Jane) Paolucci, Seattle, Lorie (David) Galli, Pueblo, Shari (Kevin) Krueger, Brighton, Jeffrey (Kathleen) Paolucci, La Junta, Mark (Cindy) Paolucci, Pueblo; 18 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; one nephew, Martin (Charlene) Maglich, Pueblo. Pallbearers will be Richard Montera, Charles Paolucci, Jeffrey Paolucci, Mark Paolucci, David Galli and Paul Heckman. Visitation from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, 2001, at the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Rosary will be held Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 21, 2001, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Rev. Gene Renard, S.J., as celebrant. Internment with Rite of Committal in the Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Papadakis, Nicholas Nick Papadakis - Pueblo Chieftain - August 05, 2002 - Nick Papadakis passed away at his home in Pueblo on Aug. 3, 2002, surrounded by his loving family and dear friends. Nick was born on Nov. 6, 1937, in San Francisco, Calif., to Nick and Isabel Papadakis, who preceded him in death, along with his brother, Spiros Papadakis; sister, Helen Stanton; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Martha and Mike Vincenti. Nick is survived by his best friend and the love of his life, his wife, June, who celebrated 43 wonderful years of marriage together; his adoring daughters and sons-in-law, Michele and Michael Carpino, Lone Tree, Colo., and Alison and Marco Colalancia, Parker, Colo. Nick also leaves his three precious granddaughters who loved their Papa dearly, Rebecca and Stephanie Carpino and Talia Colalancia. He is also survived by brother, Thomas (Gwen) Papadakis; sister, Dolly Holmes; and special sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Linda and Greg Dorsey, Georgette and John Beggs, Barbara and Chuck Woodman and Ann Papadakis; dear aunts, Rose Shafer and Pauline Yacconi; his beloved nieces, nephews and godchildren, Michael Beggs, Tara (Alzado) Adame, Brittney (Shawn) Mikkelson, Brian Dorsey, Marie (Vince) Russo, Spiros (Laurie) Papadakis, Jeffrey (Connie) Woodman, David (Kim) Woodman, Melissa Stusvick, Gianna Cervone and John Pappas; his lifelong best friend, Robert (Karna) Castagneri, Bob Castagneri; and godson, Nick (Kris Bagdon) Castagneri; very special friend and caregiver, Vic (Peggy) Cervone; dear friends, Dan Scarvada and Dennis (Jennifer) Feuerstein; and many other wonderful family and friends. Nick was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, receiving an honorable discharge in 1959. Nick and June are owners of the popular Downtown restaurant, The Deli, a labor of love that began 26 years ago after leaving San Francisco and its wonderful delicatessens. Nick loved all of their loyal customers at the Deli where he spent hours sharing stories about everything from the Denver Broncos to politics. He retired from Prudential Insurance Company after 28 years of service and spent his semi-retired years as an insurance broker serving his many clients with group health insurance plans. While successful in all of his lifelong endeavors, Nick's greatest accomplishments in life were being a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. His loss is immeasurable to all of those who knew and loved him and he will be greatly missed. Viewing, noon to 7 p.m. Monday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Pius X Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. The family will receive friends at the St. Pius church hall following the interment. A special thanks and heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful and caring staff of Parkview hospital's 3 Southwest unit, Dr. Frank Settipani and the staff at Rocky Mountain Cancer Center, Sangre de Cristo Hospice, and Dr. Guy Kemling. Memorial remembrances may be made in Nick's memory to either the Sangre de Cristo Hospice or Dream Weavers of Southern Colorado through the funeral home office. Papas, Gus Gus Papas - Rocky Mountain News July 30, 1911 Page 3, Section II - Gus Papas at Pueblo, July 29, dies after being run down by engine #1323, the same engine, (with different engineers), that was involved in the accident which killed Dr. Oscar A. T. Haruff, (see *Haruff, A. T.). A third engineer will be piloting #1323 today. "It is risky enough business," said a local engineer, "without using an engine with two hoodoo numbers." Papas, John John Papas - Bayfield Blade - December 13, 1912 - Worker Ground to Death in Machine - Pueblo - Dashed thirty feet to the grinding machinery beneath, from an electric crane upon which he was seated, John Papas, 23, was crushed to death in the Minnequa steel plant. Papes, Frank Frank Papes Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Frank Papes is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Frank Papes: American, age 23, single. He was a driver for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Papish, Frances E. Frances E. "Fray" Papish - Pueblo Chieftain - December 08, 2002 - Frances E. "Fray" Papish, 85, passed away Dec. 7, 2002, in Pueblo, Colo. Born Dec. 27, 1916, in Aurora, Minn., to Anton and Mary Virant, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her husband of 55 years, I. James Papish; and a sister, Mary Petrick. Survived by her son, James E. (Jodie) Papish; brother, Tony Virant; sister, Molly (Ben) Golob; brother-in-law, Frank (Helen) Papish; sister-in-law, Elsie (Bob) Wodishek; several nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. Viewing, Monday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with family present from 2 to 5 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church with interment at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, those who wish may make contributions to St. Mary's Catholic Church or a charity of their choice. Papish, James Ignatius James Ignatius "Nuzzy" Papish - Pueblo Chieftain - January 22, 1999 - James Ignatius "Nuzzy" Papish, 83, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jan. 20, 1999. Survived by Bernice, his wife of 57 years- and their dog, Samantha- daughters, Charlotte (Vic) Plutt and Kathleen (Geno) Tresso- grandchildren, Jennifer (Victor) Plutt-Tenorio, Pueblo West, Laurie Plutt (Carol Howell), Pueblo West, Celine (Darick) D'Ercole, Castle Rock, Lynn Plutt (Grant Covington), Denver, Vicki Plutt (Doug McGraw), Fort Collins, Rico Tresso (Katie Robeda), Lakewood. Also survived by sisters, Olga Bacino, Pauline Butkovich, Patricia Butkovich, all of Pueblo, and Marianne (Harold) Hagens, Pennsylvania- and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, William (Frances) Brumjak, Robert (Audrey) Brubnjak, Louise Klintz, all of Pueblo- and nieces and nephews. Nuzzy" served in the United States Army during WWII, and then worked at the CF&I wire mill, retiring in 1978 after 39 years of service. He was a member of the Western Slavonic Lodge. Nuzzy" enjoyed spending time with his family and dear friends, maintaining his Thunderbird and red pickup truck, doing carpentry, tending his rose garden and yard. He was well-known for his canna lily garden that adorned the corner of his yard for many years. The family will receive friends at George McCarthy Funeral Home on Friday, Jan. 22, 1999, from 4 to 7 p.m. with a special tribute at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church. Services will conclude at the church with cremation to follow. Contributions may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice through George McCarthy Funeral Home. Papish, Joe E. Joe E. Papish - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 1999 - Joe E. Papish, 85, of Pueblo, passed away Jan. 25, 1999. Survived by his son, Joe Jr., Denver- and daughter, Margaret (Terry) Byrd, Amarillo, Texas. Also survived by his brother, Raymond (Mary Ann) Papish- sisters, Christine Carlson and Stephanie Rooth, all of Pueblo- and seven grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Angela, in 1990- two brothers and one sister. Mr. Papish was born and raised in Pueblo where he was employed as superintendent for American Stores and Alpha Beta for 52 years retiring in 1978. Visitation, Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, Thursday, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Papish, Joe J. Joe J. "Jorna" Papish - Pueblo Chieftain - August 14, 1986 - Joe J. "Jorna" Papish, Aug. 13, 1986. Brother of Elsie (Robert) Wodishek, I. James (Francis) Papish, and Frank (Helen) Papish, all of Pueblo. Survived also by his brother-in-law, Joseph Tezak, Pueblo, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, I. James Papish, Nov. 22, 1945, and Mary Papish, Jan. 9, 1972; and brothers and sisters, John Papish, Edith Tezak, and Pauline Prijatel. A lifelong Pueblo resident and member of St. Mary Parish, Mr. Papish was a veteran of service with the U.S. Army during WW II and was a member of KSKJ, St. Joseph Lodge 7. He was employed by the CF&I Steel Corporation for 40 years, retiring in 1983. At the time of his retirement, he was employed in the spike mill. Mass of Christian burial, 7 p.m. Thursday, St. Mary Church. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorials may be made to St. Mary Church. The family will receive friends at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wodishek, 522 Gaylord. Papish, Justina Justina Papish - Pueblo Chieftain - September 19, 1987 - Justina Papish passed away Sept. 18, 1987, after a long illness. Wife of Jacob Papish, who passed away April 25, 1982. Mother of Jake (Ann) Papish and William B. Papish, both of Pueblo. Sister of Benedikt Germ, Canon City, Albert F. (Lillian) Germ, Pueblo, and Joze (Justina) Germ, Pueblo, and Dabrepolje, Jugoslavia. Also survived by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Joseph (Angle) Papish, Ray (Mary Ann) Papish, Christine Carlson, Stephanie Rooth, all of Pueblo, Anna Mayer, Denver, and Anna Papish, Greeley; and numerous nieces and nephews in Denver, Greeley and Pueblo. Mrs. Papish was a member of St. Mary's Church, St. Joseph Lodge and Christian Mothers. Mass of Christian Burial, 7 p.m. Monday; rosary, 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment, Roselawn. The family will receive friends at St. Mary's Hall after the Mass. The family requests the omission of food. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church. Papish, Mary Ann Mary Ann Papish - Pueblo Chieftain - January 28, 2000 - Mary Ann Papish born July 23, 1913, in Pueblo, Colo., passed away Jan. 26, 2001. Preceded in death by parents, Anton and Helen Teck, and brothers, John, Lewis and Joe Teck. Beloved wife of Raymond E. Papish and cherished mother of Helen M. (Gary) Lyons, Pueblo, Teresa I. (Keith) Jones, Oregon, and Lorraine M. (Steve) Olson, Denver. Devoted grandmother of Josh and Sarah Olson, Elizabeth and Danny Lyons, and Darin, Ryan and Kendra Jones. She is also survived by her sister, Helen (Edward) Terlep, Pueblo, and extended family members. Mrs. Papish was a loving wife and mother and a giving, caring volunteer to her church and friends. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mary Ann Papish Memorial Fund to benefit St. Mary Church in care of George McCarthy Funeral Home. Papish, Raymond E. Raymond E. Papish - Pueblo Chieftain - May 21, 2003 - Raymond E. Papish, 86, born April 9, 1917, in Pueblo, Colo., passed away May 18, 2003. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Ann Papish (Teck); parents, Jacob and Margaret Papish; brothers, Jacob, Edward and Joseph; and sisters, Anna Mayer, Christine Carlson and Stephanie Rooth. Survived by his children, Helen M. (Gary) Lyons, Pueblo; Teresa I. (Keith) Jones, Oregon; and Lorraine (Steve) Olson, Denver; grandchildren, Josh and Sarah Olson, Elizabeth and Danny Lyons and Darin, Ryan and Kendra Jones; sister-in-law, Helen (Ed) Terlep; and extended family members. Ray retired from Alpha Beta in 1981. He was a member of KSKJ Lodge and BPOE No. 90. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and was devoted to his family, his church, and his friends. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary Church in his memory in care of the funeral home office. Papish, Theresa L. Theresa L. (Jersin) Papish Pueblo Chieftain September 21, 2006 - Theresa passed away on Aug. 3, 2006 in Parker, Colo. at the home of her daughter and son-in-law Susan and John Kreutzer. She has joined her beloved husband Paul "Pap" and her son Paul Alan. She was preceded by her parents Frank Jersin and Josephine and Joseph Jacklovich, her Dad number 2, also brother Frank Jersin. She is survived by grandsons Matthew (Louisa) and Joseph (Kate) Kruetzer, sister Juanita (Edward) Butkovich of Pueblo and many nieces and nephews and cousins. She has been laid to rest with her beloved "Pap" at Fort Logan Cemetery in Denver. There will be a memorial mass for Theresa and Paul at St. Mary's Church in Pueblo on Sat., Sept. 23 at 8 am. Pappas, Athan Athan Pappas Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Athan Pappas is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Athan Pappas: Greek, age 27, single. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pappas, George George Pappas Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: George Pappas is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. George Pappas: Greek, age 35, married with no surviving children. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pappas, James Spiro James Spiro Pappas - Pueblo Chieftain - April 11, 2001 - James Spiro Pappas. Born July 8, 1948, and died April 9, 2001. Jim was the cherished husband of Sally; the proud father of John (Vanessa), and the proud father of Benjamin. He is survived by his twin sister, Jane Crocco; his sister, Patti (Dick) Schrott; and his loving parents, Gene and Spiro Pappas, all of Johnstown, Pa. His brother, David (Cindy) Pappas, of Lakebay, Wash., also survives him. His mother-in-law, Louise Walton, of Pueblo, his sister-in-law, Wendy (Mike) Baumann, of Steamboat Springs, mourn his loss as well. Survived also by brothers- and sisters-in-law, Pete and Ellen Walton, of Louisville, Ky., and Karen and Joe Walton of Bethlehem, Pa. Many nieces and nephews will also miss him. A 1974 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, Jim and his wife, Sally, moved to Pueblo West in 1974. Jim was a salesman all of his life, owning the original American Furniture with his partner and friend, Mark (Kim) Casack. He also briefly managed the new American Furniture, but was presently employed at Benfatti's Furniture. He was a kind, loving and happy man; we will all remember him that way. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 14, 2001, at 11 a.m. at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, 2710 N. Elizabeth. Cremation. Please consider donations to the Centennial High School Athletic Department, 2525 Mountview Drive, Pueblo, CO 81003, or through the funeral home office. The family will receive friends after the service at their home at 1042 May Valley Drive in Pueblo West. Pappas, John John Pappas Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: John Pappas is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. John Pappas: Greek, age 40, married with five surviving children. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pappas, Nick J. Nick J. Pappas - Walsenburg World - May 1915 - Remains of Nick J. Pappas, who died in Walsenburg Thursday, April 15, 1915 were forwarded to Denver for interment. Pappas, Theros Theros Pappas Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Theros Pappas is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Theros Pappas: Greek, age 43, married with six surviving children. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pappaulis, Apiros Apiros Pappaulis Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Apiros Pappaulis is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Apiros Pappaulis: Greek, age 26, single. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pappaulis, Dimitrius Dimitrius Pappaulis Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Dimitrius Pappaulis is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Dimitrius Pappaulis: Greek, age 33, married with four surviving children. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Paquette, Marguerite A. Marguerite A. Paquette - Pueblo Chieftain - September 23, 1997 - Marguerite A. Paquette, born Nov. 13, 1903, passed away Sept. 21, 1997. Preceded in death by her husband, James Z. Paquette. Survived by her children, Regina (Ben) Falletta, Pueblo, Colo., and Leonard (Donna) Paquette, Phoenix, Ariz. Also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Also preceded in death by six brothers and sisters. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 12 noon, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Salida, Colo. Interment, Centerville Cemetery, Nathrop, Colo. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Paradise, Anthony Donald Mr. Anthony Donald Paradise - Pueblo Chieftain - June 15, 2006 - Mr. Anthony Donald Paradise, age 74, of Dahlonega, Ga., died Thursday, June 8, 2006 at the Chestatee Regional Hospital in Dahlonega, Ga. following a long battle with Emphysema. Anthony was born Dec. 8, 1931 in Pueblo, Colo. He was the son of the late Percy and Rose Cardinale Paradise. Tony went from a successful career of teaching and coaching into hybrid seed sales, retiring from the Upjohn Pharmaceutical Corp. He won many awards for top sales as well as many wonderful trips abroad with his Wife: Joe Ann. Survivors include his Wife: Joe Ann Paradise of Dahlonega, Daughters: Shelly, Robyn, and Stacey, all of Dahlonega, Son: Ed Rhodes, of Pueblo, Colo., 8 Grandchildren, Brother and sister in law: Duane and Florence Paradise, 3 Nieces and their families, all residing in Fountain, Colorado. No services are planned. Banister Funeral Home of Dahlonega is in charge of the arrangements Paradiso, Charlie Charlie Paradiso Albuquerque Journal November 16, 2000 - Charlie Paradiso age 73, went to be with the Lord on November 12, 2000 in Trinidad, CO after a short illness. He was born to Antonio and Michilena Paradiso on January 6, 1927 in El Moro, Colorado. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and dear friend who will be missed by many. Preceding him in death are parents Antonio and Michilena Paradiso, son, Dominic Paradiso, brothers, Joe, Sam, Amelio, and Arkino Paradiso, sister, Annie P. Mattorano, niece, Loretta Hinchley, and brothers-in-law, Angelo and Jim Mattorano. He is survived by wife, Darlene Paradiso; the mother of his children, Frances L. Doak, children Jeanette Reed and husband, Tom of Moriarty, NM, Jim Paradiso and wife, Julia of Trinidad, CO, Danny Paradiso of Corrales, NM, Donald Paradiso and wife, Christine of Rio Rancho, NM, Tony Paradiso and wife, Patricia of Rio Rancho, NM, and Sabrina Hernandez and husband, Tito of Colorado Springs; also surviving are 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Ellen P Mattorano, of Trinidad; brother, Chester Paradiso and wife, Rita, of Trinidad; sister, Lorraine Lucero and husband, Art of Trinidad; aunt Josie Trujillo of Trinidad; sisters-in-law, Rose and Frances Paradiso of Pueblo, CO; and numerous nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. Services will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2000 at the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. followed by a gathering at the Old Corrales Community Center from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary. 9420 4th ST. NW. Paradiso, Chester A. Chester A. Paradiso - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home - November 17, 2003 - Chester A. Paradiso, age 80, went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2003. He was born on August 31, 1923 to Antonio and Michelina Paradiso in Trinidad. In1950, he was married to Rita R. Patrick in Raton, NM. Chester is a veteran of WWII who served in the U. S. Army in the European Theater. After his discharge in 1946, he worked in the Morley Mine and later in the Valdez Mine until 1954 when he started his own business, Paradiso Heating Service. He operated his business for 45 years, expanding it to include LP Gas and gutter installation. He enjoyed working for the people of Trinidad and the surrounding area. Chester was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, Mt. Carmel Catholic Church and Holy Trinity Catholic Church. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #11. He was a former member of Lega Abruzzesse Italo Americana and Eagles #179. Chester was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Michelina Paradiso; brothers, Sam, Amelio, Joe, Arkino and Charlie Paradiso; sister, Annie Mattorano; mother and father-in-law, Rose and Tony Patrick; brothers-in-law, Charles Patrick, Angelo Mattorano and Jim Mattorano; sister-in-law, Josephine Paradiso; niece, Loretta Hinchley and nephews, Tony Paradiso, Dominic Paradiso and David Patrick. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Rita of the family home; daughters, Victoria (Anthony) Shannon of Trinidad, Gaylene (David) Flannagan of Alaska, Bernadette (Jerry) Cecil of Parker, CO; sons, Anthony (Cathy) Paradiso of Parker, CO, Michael Paradiso of Colorado Springs, CO; sisters, Ellen P. Mattorano and Lorraine (Art) Lucero of Trinidad; sisters-in-law, Sister Rita Patrick of Cincinnati, OH, Irene Patrick and Joanne (Wayne) Graff of Trinidad, Judy Patrick of Newport Beach, CA, Rose Paradiso and Frances Paradiso both of Pueblo, Darlene Paradiso of Trinidad and brother-in-law, Bernard (Agnes) Patrick of Colorado Springs; aunt, Josie Trujillo of Trinidad; grandchildren, Sean(Lina) Flannagan, Patrick Flannagan, Kevin Flannagan, Joshua Shannon, Sabrina Paradiso, Nathan Paradiso, Stacey Cecil, Kelley Cecil; great grandchildren, Taylor Flannagan, Isaiah Flannagan, Micah Flannagan, Dakota Dilger, Liberty Dilger and numerous loving relatives and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, November 14 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Father Bob Hagan will be officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to Hospice of the Peak, 160 East First Street, Trinidad, CO 81082. The family may be contacted at 1138 Nickerson, Trinidad, CO. The family of Chester A. Paradiso has entrusted arrangements to Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Pardee, Robert Robert Pardee - Pueblo Chieftain - May 02, 1999 - Robert Pardee, 70, Passed away April 30, 1999, in Pueblo. Services will be held in Sterling. Pardoe, Milli Young Milli Young Pardoe - Caρon City Daily Record - September 1, 2005 - Milli Young (maiden name)Pardoe was born Feb. 5, 1922, in Coffeyville, Kan. She came to Colorado at the age of 4, living in Colorado Springs and Caρon City. She graduated from Caρon City High School in 1940. As a young woman she worked at Peterson Field as a supply clerk. She often spoke of this experience as one of the best times of her life. She met people from all over the world, including POW's. After World War II, Milli moved to Denver, where she worked for the Historical Society. She met Harry Pardoe in July 1948. They were married Jan. 1, 1949. They lived in Rye and Drake, Colo., where Harry worked for the Game and Fish Department of Colorado. In November of 1954, Harry was killed in a tractor accident. Milli moved with her two young daughters to Loveland. She worked as director of the House of Neighborly Service and for the city of Fort Collins. Milli moved to Denver in 1978 to be near her daughters. Her hobbies included gardening, with a passion for roses, reading, nature, watercolor painting, and an absolute love of cats. She was a devout Episcopalian, American and self-described Bronco-maniac! Milli loved to attend games, especially against Kansas City; she loved to see "Thunder" run after the touchdowns and felt proud they never lost when she was there. She attended many of her high school reunions, including her 60th and 63rd. Her favorite trip was taken with her 2-year-old grandson in 1990 to Hawaii, where she visited Pearl Harbor. She was proud of her grandchildren, Spencer and Chandler Anne Hill, Vanessa and Cole Bartholomew and children Ann Bartholomew and Robin Pardoe. Milli moved to Evergreen to live with Robin in 2003. She was delighted to view the wildlife in her back yard and the changing of seasons. In October 2004 she suffered a heart attack but lived at home until June 2005, when her health deteriorated. She then moved into Mapleton Care Center in Lakewood, where she received excellent care and attention until her death Aug. 25, 2005. She died peacefully with her family present, including her beloved cat "Muff," by her side and the family dogs close by. She is survived by her daughter Ann Laurette Bartholomew, her son-in-law Marty Bartholomew, their children Vanessa and Cole of Aurora, Colo.; her daughter Robin Gayle Pardoe and her children Spencer and Chandler Anne Hill of Evergreen; former son-in-law Doug Hill of Highlands Ranch; stepdaughter Ellen Pardoe Hastings and her husband A. Duane Hastings of Morrison; and her companion of many years, Muff, her wonderful and loving cat. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at St. Laurence's Episcopal Church, 26812 Barkley Road, Conifer. Those wishing to donate in memory of Milli may send contributions to The Heifer Project (www.heifer.org), The Evergreen Animal Protection League or St. Laurence's Episcopal Church. Pardun, Horace Milton Horace Milton Pardun - Pueblo Chieftain - April 09, 1986 - Horace Milton Pardun was born in Evanston, Ill., on May 1, 1909, and died at Pueblo Regent Retirement Residence on April 4, 1986. He received his bachelor's degree at Nebraska Wesleyan University and master's degree at the University of Minnesota. He served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy from June of 1944 to January of 1946. He was employed as a social worker in Winfield, Kan.; director of the welfare department in Wichita, Kan.; dean of student services at Southern Colorado State College and retired in 1971 after 24 years of service with Pueblo Junior College and Southern Colorado State College. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth, on July 20, 1981. Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Jo Wallace, of Artesia, N.M.; sons, Robert Milton Pardun of Portland, Ore.; and James Richard Pardun of Sacramento, Calif.; his mother, Etta Mae Pardun of Lincoln, Neb.; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 10, at Pueblo Regent, 100 San Carlos Drive. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the USC Foundation in memory of Horace M. Pardun. Parga, Catherine B. Catherine B. Parga - Pueblo Chieftain - June 22, 2003 - Catherine B. Parga, 83, of Fort Collins, passed away June 12, 2003, at a local nursing home in Fort Collins. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on June 25, 2003, in Pueblo, Colo., at the Tabor Lutheran Church, 102 E. Orman Ave., with the Rev. James Strader officiating. Catherine Binford Pickering was born Sept. 18, 1919, in Douglas, Wyo., to James and Suzie (Rockwell) Pickering. The family moved to Southern Colorado in 1933. She attended Ordway High School and graduated in 1936. In 1942, Catherine married Leslie J. Parga, of Pueblo, Colo. While raising their children in Pueblo, Catherine worked at Noble's Pharmacy in Pueblo. They were residents of Pueblo until her husband's passing in 1975. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a sister, Helen Penaluna. Catherine is survived by four daughters, Susan E. Parga, Mary C. (Don) Garcia, both of Fort Collins, Colo., C. Elaine Gumma, Lafayette, Colo., and Leslie A. (Dean) Swedbergh, of Longmont, Colo.; son, Dallas M. (Kathleen) Parga of Pueblo; seven grandchildren, John, Lori, Kyleigh, Aaron, Alyssa, Justin and Carly; one great-grandchild, Theo; two brothers, James A. Pickering of Pueblo and Charles Pickering of Gilbert, Ariz.; sister, Mary Jane Sublette of Kankakee, Ill.; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Foothills Gateway, Inc. Retirement Program, 301 W. Skyway Drive, Fort Collins, CO, 80525. Paripovich, Mildred Mildred Paripovich - Pueblo Chieftain - December 08, 2001 - Mildred Paripovich, age 87, born Sept. 14, 1914, passed away Dec. 5, 2001. She is survived by three sisters, Betty Cutter, Georgiana (Charles) Waldman and Janice (Donald) Cesare; two brothers, Emil (Barbara) Paripovich and Peter (Lois) Paripovich; nephews, Michael and Stephen; and nieces, Marianna Cutter and Ann Cesare. Preceded in death by sister, Sophie Paripovich; and brother, Nick Paripovich. Parastasis with viewing, 6 p.m. Sunday, and funeral service, 9 a.m. Monday, both services at George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice in her memory. Paripovich, Sophie Sophie Paripovich - Pueblo Chieftain - August 30, 2001 - Age 84, born Sept. 16, 1916, passed away Aug. 28, 2001. Survived by her sisters, Mildred Paripovich, Betty Cutter, Georgiana (Charles) Waldman, Janice (Donald) Cesare; brothers, Emil (Barbara) Paripovich and Peter (Lois) Paripovich; nephews and nieces, Michael, Stephen and Marianna Cutter and Ann Cesare. Preceded in death by her brother, Nick Paripovich. Private family viewing. Funeral service, Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Parise, Josephine Josephine Charter Parise - Pueblo Chieftain - January 03, 2003 - Josephine Charter Parise, 98, born Feb. 26, 1904, passed away Dec. 31, 2002. Preceded in death by her husband, Louis Parise, and 21 siblings. She is survived by nephews, Leslie (Martha) M. Keator and Robert (Jody) Charter; niece, Norma Lee Charter; and sister-in-law, Viola Keator. A private family service will be held. The family respectfully requests the omission of flowers. Park, Deborah K. Deborah K. Park - Colorado Springs Gazette - November 16, 2006 - Deborah K. Park passed away in her home on November 11, 2006 in Colorado Springs. A resident of Colorado Springs since 1965, she was born in Concord, New Hampshire on September 11, 1944 to John and Virginia Drew, both deceased. She worked at a rehabilitation center and then joined the Peace Corps. On March 11, 1966 Deborah married Eugene Park in Pueblo, Colorado. After marriage, she spent years working in the journalism field, professional cake decorating, and taking care of her four daughters. Deborah leaves behind her beloved husband, Eugene and four daughters: Ilene, Shelly Beth, and Kathy and seven grandchildren. Debbie was a wonderful mother who loved sewing, baking, Denver Broncos and NASCAR racing. We love you Mom and Grandma. You will be dearly missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 18 at St. Raphael Episcopal Church, 802 Leta Drive, Security, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be given to St. Raphael's Episcopal Church. Contact St. Raphael's for details (392-3563). Park, Elton C. Elton C. Parks - Leadville Carbonate Chronicle - May 26, 1919 - Confession of Boskos - Younger of Two Brothers Gives Graphic Description of Killing of Parks and Hunter Near Pueblo - Robbery Their Motive - Cold Blooded Crime - Colorado Springs, May 21 - George Bosko, 24, made a complete confession, the police announced tonight of the shooting and killing of Wm. T. Hunter and E. C. Parks, on the Rye road near Pueblo on the afternoon of April 11, at the El Paso county jail tonight at 8 o'clock. Thomas Bosko, 17, confessed that he accompanied his brother at the time of the killing and that he assisted him in the crime. The men were brot here from Kenilworth, Utah, by Sheriff Sam Thomas and Undersheriff W. S. Slagle of Pueblo County, and are being held in the local jail for safe keeping. The older Bosko, who is of Slav descent, said that he committed the double murder in an effort to obtain funds in order that he might take up a check of $200 which he had forged upon his father. Bosko was to have a half interest in a garage at Lafayette, Colo. His brother-in-law, S. H. McFadden, was to be his partner and it was in paying for his share of the business that he drew the bogus check. He relinquished his interest in the garage to his father and, with his younger brother, he started in search of money. The pair arrived in Pueblo on the afternoon of Thursday, April 10. It was on Friday morning that they left the city, obtaining a ride with Mrs. George Little in her car. When she dropped them they succeeded in getting another ride which carried them to the Hatchett ranch where they asked for work. Their request being denied, they proceeded to the brow of the next hill where they encountered Hunter and Parks. They were taken into the Parks car and while riding in the back seat, they overheard Hunter speak of $3,000 which he had on his person. The plan was immediately formed to kill the men, rob their bodies and to take the car to make an escape to Utah. As they approached a bridge on the Rye road about eighteen miles out of Pueblo, George Bosko drew a gun and shot Parks dead. He then turned the gun on Hunter, firing once. The pair dragged Parks from the car to the edge of the bridge and rolled him over into the arroyo below. Hunter had managed to leave the car and advanced to the bridge. Bosko fired a second shot which passed thru Hunter's chest, killing him. As his victim staggered against the bridge railing Bosko kicked his feet from beneath him and he slipped into the gully below. William Reed and Jack Parker, who approached along the road in a car at that moment, witnessed the third (second?) shot and the killing of Hunter. At the point of a gun the two witnesses were forced to turn about and leave the scene. The Boskos took a Colorado and Southern train to Lafayette at 2:35 o'clock the next morning and from there they went to Kenilworth, Utah, on April 17. The first information as to the men's whereabouts, was discovered by Sheriff John H. Weir of this county. For three days the Pueblo officers and Sheriff Weir followed a trail in the northern part of the state and, obtaining definite information, Sheriff Thomas ordered Sheriff T. F. Kelter of Price, Utah, to arrest the suspects. Fort Collins Courier - June 2, 1920 - Condemned Murderer To Get Sanity Hearing - By United Press. Denver, June 2. - Acting Governor Stephen today appointed a lunacy commission, headed by Dr. Hubert Work of Pueblo, to pass upon the mental condition of George Bosko, who was sentenced to hang during the week of June 21 for the murder of E. C. Parks and William Hunter on the Rye road south of Pueblo, April 11, 1919. George Bosko, age 28, was convicted of the double murder and sentenced to die while his brother, Tom Bosko, age 18, was sentenced to life imprisonment for his part in the crime. The double murder stirred all Colorado at the time it occurred. The two brothers had asked Parks and Hunter for a ride in their automobile and afterwards killed the two men. It is possible that as a result of the appointment of the sanity commission, George Bosko may escape the hangman's noose, but will spend the rest of his natural life in the state insane asylum. Fort Collins Courier - December 11, 1920 - Confessed Murderer is Hung at State Penitentiary Friday Night at 9:08 O'Clock; Death Penalty is Paid For Murder of "Good Samaritan" Autoists on Pueblo Highway - Pueblo, Dec. 10 - George T. Bosko, confessed murderer of E. C. Parks and Will Hunter of Pueblo, was executed in the state penitentiary at 9:08 tonight according to advices received here from Canon City. Prison officials refused to give out any of the details of the execution only that the prison chaplain was present. It is reported by friends of Bosko's mother that she has suffered a collapse and is not expected to live through the night. The following is the history of the crime for which he paid the death penalty tonight: George T. Bosko, 25 years old, and his brother, Thomas Bosko, 18, left Pueblo on April 10, 1919, without funds and looking for employment on ranches in that vicinity. On April 11, near Rye, Colo., while walking along the road, they encountered an automobile driven by Elton C. Parks, in which William T. Hunter was a passenger. Parks permitted the two pedestrians to ride in the car. The two men occupied the rear seat. Eighteen miles from Pueblo, according to his own confession, George Bosko drew a revolver and shot and killed Parks and Hunter. The brothers escaped to Utah, where they were arrested on May 16 at Kenilworth, after a chase of three days in the hills. George Bosko, soon after his arrest, confessed to the double murder, declaring he committed the crime to secure funds. The younger Bosko also confessed to his part in the killing. On June 19, 1919, a jury in Pueblo sentenced George Bosko to hang and Thomas Bosko to life imprisonment. Several reprieves were granted by the lieutenant governor, the last reprieve expiring on December 2, when acting Governor George Stephen announced he would grant no further extension of time. Park, Eva Jean Eva Jean Park - Pueblo Chieftain - May 26, 2003 - Eva Jean Park, 70, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed from the loving arms of her family into the loving arms of her Lord on May 24, 2003. Jean (nee Shackelford) was a lifelong Puebloan and graduated from Central High in 1952. She was a beautiful person who spent her life taking care of others. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers, nephew, and baby son, Terry. She leaves to cherish her precious memory her husband, Robert; children, Tracy Park, Dale (Katherine) Park, Douglas (Kelly) Park, Cathy (Robert) Hemsath, and William (June) Lowe; grandchildren, Josh, Robert, Laura, Kayla, Kirstie, and Robyn; brother, Clifford Shackelford; sister, Pearl Shackelford; cousin, Lula Phillipp; special friend, Eileen Nogare; numerous nephews and nieces; and her little Snowy; who all love her more than words can express. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday. May 29, 2003, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with Pastor Mark Apodaca officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, through the funeral home. Park, Nina Nina Park - Pueblo Chieftain - November 04, 1999 - Nina Park, 64, entered into rest Nov. 1, 1999, at El Camino Hospital. Beloved wife of Doug Park of Cupertino, Calif. Mother of Kevin and Donavon Park and Renee McAllister. Sister of Glenn Kittinger and his wife, Betty. Loving grandmother of Jennifer, Carrie, Charise, Danielle, Christina, Chelsea, Christopher and Jonathan. A native of Pueblo. Before retirement, she worked as an auditing accountant at Lockheed. She enjoyed traveling and adored her grandchildren and family. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 5, 1999, at Good Samaritan United Methodist Church, 19624 Homestead Road, Cupertino, Calif. Donations can be made to Good Samaritan United Methodist Church in her name. Park, Robert Griffith Robert Griffith "Parksie" Park - Pueblo Chieftain - February 02, 2004 - Robert Griffith "Parksie" Park, 73, was called home on Jan. 30, 2004. Heaven must have needed a special electrician to keep the stars lit. Bob was a lifelong Puebloan, a U.S. Navy Veteran, a 50-year member of IBEW Local 12 and a life member of B.P.O. Elks No. 90. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Eva Jean; parents, sister, special brothers and sister-in-law; and his baby son, Terry. He leaves behind a loving family: children, Tracy Park, Dale (Katherine) Park, Douglas (Kelly) Park, Cathy (Robert) Hemsath and William (June) Lowe; grandchildren, Josh, Robert, Laura, Kayla, Kirstie and Robyn. Robert was a true family man who dedicated his life to helping others. At one point, he provided for his beautiful wife, four children, his parents and mother-in-law, building an addition to his house to care for them all. Bob and Jean had a special home that knew no strangers and they extended their loving arms to everyone they met. Mom left us in May and Dad, broken-hearted, joined her. We can never express how loved and special they were and the legacy they left behind. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2004, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with Pastor Mark Apodaca officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Amazing Grace Fellowship Church through the funeral home. Parke, W. H. W. H. Parke - Huerfano World - February 6, 2003 - This Week in La Veta History - 1917: W.H. Parke, 63, was found dead of alcoholism in his blacksmith shop. Parker, Bradley L. Bradley L. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - March 13, 1999 - Bradley L. Parker was born March 12, 1957, and passed away March 11, 1999. Survived by his children, Daniel and Nicole Parker- parents, Paul and Rayetta Jean Parker- brothers, Bruce Parker, Arizona, and Brett Parker, Florida- and former wife, Karen Parker. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives. He is predeceased by brother, Brian Parker. Bradley enjoyed spending time with his children, listening to music, working on cars and watching sports, especially the Broncos. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, Monday, 2 p.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association in his memory. Parker, Carrie J. Carrie J. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - June 6, 1984 - Carrie J. Parker, late of 2515 Pitman, died Monday, June 4, 1984, at a local hospital. Survived by children, Lester (Ida) Parker, Wilbur (Birdie) Parker, Pueblo; Harold (Lou) Parker, Lamar; Ronald (Bonnie) Parker, Shirley (John) Huff, Pueblo, and Dale (Shirley) Parker, Kanoke, Hawaii. Also survived by 32 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Peggy Harrison, Camp Verde, Ariz. Born April 14, 1911, in Forrest, Okla.: a Pueblo resident since 1942. Retired in 1961. Preceded in death by two grandchildren, Davis-Wallin Crematorium. Memorial service, 5 p.m. Friday, June 8, Davis-Wallin Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Arthur W. Miller officiating. Friends are welcome to join the family at the home of Ronald and Bonnie at 2003 Overton after the service. Parker, Carson Carson Parker San Luis Valley Courier January 15, 1890 Carson Parker, a writer on the Pueblo Press died in a saloon in that city a few days ago. He was at one time a prominent Methodist minister but whisky has been his ruin. Parker, Charles Walter Charles Walter Parker Pueblo Chieftain August 11, 2006 - Charles Walter Parker, 78, born Sept. 10, 1927, Pueblo, passed away peacefully August 10. Survived by his wife Ines "Sandy" Parker, son, Neal Parker, stepson, Troy Smith, Pueblo. Grandchildren, Lisa (Craig) Weikum, Todd (Carey) Parker, 4 great grandchildren, Denver. Memorial Service Saturday, August 12, 1:30 p.m. at Community of Christ Church, 66 Blackburn Lane. Belmont. Parker, Charlieann Charlieann Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - July 26, 2004 Charlieann Parker, 18, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 24, 2004. Preceded in death by grandparents, Edward and Helen Parker; step-grandfather, Frank W. Rose; grandfather, Ray Duran; and great-grandparents, Ross and Bonnie Kemp. Survived by her mother, Sue Larsen; father, Chuck Parker of St. Louis, Mo.; grandmother, Loraine Rose; sister, Megan (Richard) Pratt; nephews, Colton and Logan Pratt; uncles and aunts, Steve (Bonnie) Duran, Patrick (Kim) Rose, Michael Rose and Mark Sherard; cousins, Stevie Joe, Emily Rose, Samuel Ian, Sean Ellory and Todd; special friend, Blane Lujan. Charlieann was a graduate of Centennial High School, Class of 2004. She was a member of F. B. L. A., the German Club and enjoyed playing alto saxophone. She will be remembered as a joyful spirit that always had a smile and enjoyed making people laugh. She always lived life to the fullest. She was a loving daughter who always enjoyed her many friends and family. Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2004, at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation to follow. Parker, Daniel Tilertson Daniel Tilertson Parker - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - September 3, 1868 Fatal Accident - Mr. Daniel Tilertson Parker, of Canon City, met his death in a shocking manner on the 23d inst. He was on his way to the South Park with a loaded ox-team, and while going up a hill near the 39-mile station attempted to jump off the wagon when his clothing caught on the wagon and he was thrown under the wheels; both wheels passing over him and injuring him so that he died the next day. His body was brought back to Canon and buried by the Lodge of Good Templars of which he was a member; and the following resolutions were adopted by the Lodge, and transmitted to the Colorado Chieftain for publication: Whereas, It has pleased the Almighty and disposer of all things to remove from our midst Brother Daniel Tilertson Parker, whose memory we mourn, and whose loss we deplore; therefore, Resolved, Anticipating our own approaching fate, it becomes the duty of every member to accept this dispensation of Providence, with submission, and in the future to be more strongly cemented in the ties of union and friendship, that during the short space of time allotted to our present existence, we may more wisely and usefully employ our time, and in the reciprocal intercourse of friendly nets, mutually promote the happiness and welfare of each other. Resolved, That we hereby tender to the mother of our deceased brother, our sincere and affectionate sympathies in her bereavement. Resolved, That a copy be sent to the mother of our deceased brother, and another sent to the Colorado Chieftain, with a request to publish the same. T.M. Richardson, W.C.T. James S. Barton, W.R.S. Parker, Dwaine Lyle Dwaine "Dewey" Lyle Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - January 12, 2000 - Dwaine "Dewey" Lyle Parker, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, passed away Jan. 5, 2000. Dwaine was born Aug. 28, 1923, in Green Forest, Ark., to Ivan Ramsey Parker and Mattie Lee Robinette and raised by his mother and stepfather, Loy Ashley. Dwaine had one sister, Betty Hogan of Loveland, Colo., and one brother, Wilbur Ashley of Pueblo. Dwaine graduated from Central High School in Pueblo in 1941. He served in the U.S. Army as a medic in the European Theater during World War II. He earned the Distinguished Service Cross and the Purple Heart with an Oak Leaf Cluster. Dwaine met and married his wife of 52 years, Mary Fox Parker, in Pueblo. Dwaine and Mary lived in many cities in their life together, including Billings, Mont.; Boise, Idaho; Westminster, Colo.; Modesto, Calif., and Salt Lake City, Utah. Since November of 1998 he and his wife had been living in Conroe, Texas, after residing in Salt Lake City, Utah, for the past 32 years. Dwaine retired in 1985 after a long career as a salesman in the food service industry. He was employed by Armour Star Co., J. Hungerford Smith, Clorox Co. and Richardson and Holland. Dwaine was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Fox Parker; his father, Ivan Ramsey Parker; his mother, Mattie Lee Ashley; his stepfather, Loy Ashley; two grandchildren, Kristina Dee Lister and Eric Swanson; and two great-grandchildren. He is survived by his children, Douglas Lyle Parker and his wife, Lana Kay Parker of Phoenix, Ariz., Gregory L. Parker and his wife, Nancy H. Parker of The Woodlands, Texas, and Kim Renee Lister and her husband, Mark N. Lister of Rigby, Idaho; his grandchildren, Matthew N. Lister, Katie Nickerson, Gregory L. Parker II, Tori Kirby, Troy Thomas, Shannon Parker, Travis Thomas and Gina Slesser; 16 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; his sister, Betty Hogan of Loveland, Colo.; and his brother, Wilbur Ashley and his wife, Daisy of Pueblo. His funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, 2000, in Humble, Texas. At some time in the future his ashes, along with those of his wife, Mary, will be interred in the Fox Family Plot in Evans Cemetery in Evans, Colo. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the American Lung Association, P.O. Box 26460, Austin, Texas, 78755-0460 or the Boise Masonic Lodge No. 2, AF&AM, P.O. Box 123, Boise, Idaho, 83701. Parker, Evelyn M. Evelyn M. Schaffer Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - June 18, 2006 - Evelyn M. Schaffer Parker, 95, passed away June 16, 2006. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Reinhold Schaffer, and her second husband, Robert Parker; by her parents, August and Anna Kubis; by her daughter, Georgia Stanton, and by 2 brothers and 3 sisters. Survived by her children Richard M. (Janet) Schaffer, Pueblo and Carolyn (C.V.) James of Colorado Springs, 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Evelyn was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 20, 2006, at Roselawn Cemetery. Parker, Gerald T. Gerald T. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - July 20, 1997 - Gerald T. Parker, 62, passed away July 5, 1997, in Florence, Ky. Preceded in death by his father, George T. Parker. Gerald was born in Pueblo County Nov. 11, 1934, and recently retired after a long career in sales and marketing. Survived by his wife, Dorothy, Florence, Ky.- mother, Jessie Parker, Pueblo- sons, Kael (Kristiana) Parker, Hamburg, Germany, Scot (Cheri) Parker, Colorado Springs- daughters, Patti Jo (Dan) Jones, Conifer, Lorinda (Bob) Schied, Beulah- brother, Bill (Helen) Parker, Pueblo- sisters, Phyliss (Bill) McMeekan, Maumee, Ohio, Mary (Ray) Quintana, Pueblo- stepson, Chuck (Dee) Ritter, Bellevue, Ky.- stepdaughter, Teri Ritter, Los Angeles- seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was held in Florence, Ky. Parker, Gurney D. Gurney D. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - August 22, 1955 - Gurney D. Parker Dies at Hospital - Gurney D. Parker, of 3 Kiowa Lane, died Sunday at a local hospital. Born in Missouri in 1892 and one of 10 children, he came to Pueblo in 1928. Since 1942, Mr. Parker has been a guard at the Pueblo plant of Colorado Fuel & Iron Corp., and was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Rosa E. Parker; a son, Paul, and daughter Mrs. Gladys Deason, all of Pueblo. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Callie Hemplull [Hemphill], of Missouri, and Mrs. Julia Kennedy, of Oklahoma; three brothers, Ollie Parker, of Missouri, Walter P. Parker, of Ohio, and William Parker of Missouri, and six grandchildren. Services will be held at the Rouch Funeral Home at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. Interment will be at Roselawn. Parker, Hearn W. Hearn W. Parker - Colorado Springs Gazette - March 31, 2009 - Hearn W. Parker passed away March 27, 2009 at the age of 97. He was born in Wichita Falls, Texas on January 8, 1912. During the depression, he worked as a lineman for the Pueblo Power Co. in Pueblo, Colorado. In 1944 he and his wife Marion and son and daughter moved to Brownsville, Texas where he was a citrus and cotton farmer for 13 years. In 1957, he and Marion moved to Colorado Springs where he worked as an electrician for many years for Berwick Electric Company. After retirement he grew and sold tomato plants from his garage and later shared a greenhouse with Julie Hines, his business partner and good friend. He also began painting beautiful landscapes of Colorado and won several awards while a member of the Colorado Art Guild, where he served for a term as president. He was also quite active in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union; Local 113. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marion and later his wife, Hilda. He is survived by his son, Ronald H. Parker and his wife, Beth; his daughter, Charlotte L. Firestone and her husband Ken; 4 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and 3 nieces. The family thanks the loving and giving services of the staff and caregivers at Sunrise Assisted Living of Colorado Springs. Also, his family expresses their gratitude to Odyssey Hospice for their compassionate care and also his physicians Dr. Susan McMaster and Dr. Jamison Kennedy. Services will be held at Memorial Gardens, Wednesday April 1 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Odyssey Hospice, 5526 N. Academy Blvd. Ste 108, Colorado Springs, CO 80918 or to your favorite charity. Parker, Janie L. Janie L. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - February 06, 1999 - Janie L. Parker, 89, of Holly, died Feb. 4, 1999. Graveside funeral services and burial, 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 8, 1999, at the Holly Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-5 p.m. today at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel, Lamar, and from noon to 7 p.m. on Sunday and 9-10 a.m. Monday at the Holly First Christian Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Holly Cemetery Improvement Fund. Parker, Jeffrey Lynn Jeffrey Lynn Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - April 30, 2004 - Jeffrey Lynn Parker , 45, passed away April 9, 2004 while working in Iraq. Jeff is survived by his family in Pueblo, including his beloved son, Billy Joseph Parker, grandson, Josiah Geoffrey (Felicia Salazar) Parker, ex-wife, Laura LeRoux-Chrismon, in laws; Priscilla LeRoux, Louis and Sharon LeRoux, Jerry and Agnes Monteith, Lorraine Dykstra, Harold and Cricket Monteith, Carroll LeRoux, Tina Reed, nieces and nephews, Jimmy (Jeannie) LeRoux, Paul, (Amy) LeRoux, Susan (George) Nawelli, Joseph (Jodi Steves) Monteith, Jackie, Kelly and JJ Monteith, Tiffany and Brandon Dykstra and Logan LeRoux. Preceded in death by Josephita and Louis LeRoux and Clifford Dykstra. Jeff lived in Pueblo for 6 years and worked for Steins. He then made his residence in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Jeff was working for Halliburton in Iraq when his convoy was ambushed on April 9, 2004. Jeff lost his life serving his country and will be remembered as a hero. He loved his family very much and will be sadly missed. Memorial Service May 1, 2004, 4:00 p.m. at Agape Fellowship, 630 Broadway. Family can be reached at 1025 Cypress. Parker, Jessie U. Jessie U. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - July 30, 2000 - Jessie U. Parker born Oct. 31, 1912, in Hinton Okla., to John Thomas and Martha Eller Hodges, departed this life to be with our Lord and Savior on July 28, 2000 after a lengthy illness. Preceded in death by her husband George T. Parker; son Gerald T. Parker; grandson Keith D. Parker; son-in-law William H. McMeekan; sisters, Ruth Bailey, Ida Henry, Lee Lotspeich and Wava Rasmussen; and brother, Earl Hodges. Survived by children, Phyllis McMeekan, Maumee, Ohio, William (Helen) Parker and Mary (Ray) Quintana, both of Pueblo; and daughter-in-law, Dorothy Parker, Florence, Ky. Also survived by brother, Roy E. Hodges of Pueblo; 15 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and many dear and special friends. Jessie was a kind and gentle spirit, a true caregiver who adored her family. She was a talented pianist, playing piano and organ for her church in years past. She enjoyed travel and the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Her hobbies included flower gardening, sewing, needlepoint and watching sports on television. Jessie was a longtime member of the Howdy Neighbor Club. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Monday, July 31, 2000, to be held at Park Hill Christian Church, 1401 E. 7th St. with Pastor Charlene Nimmo officiating. Reception to follow at the church. At Jessie's request, cremation will take place. Private inurnment will take place at a later time at Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 704 Elmhurst Place, in Jessie's name. Family may be contacted at 16 Redondo Lane, home of Bill and Helen Parker, or 1603 Iroquois Road, home of Ray and Mary Quintana. Parker, Lester E. Lester E. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - August 22, 2002 - Lester E. Parker, born Oct. 8, 1928, passed away Aug. 20, 2002. Preceded in death by his father and mother, Wray and Carrie; and brother, Ronald. Survived by his loving wife, Ida Parker; sons, Richard (Lorraine) and Edward; daughters, Cheryl (Bob) Martin, Deborah and Vicky (Butch) Adams; grandchildren, Nathan, Kyle, Keith, Kristi (Justin), Michael (Kassie), Brandy, Jason, Brittany, Desireah, Brandon and Shelby; great-grandchildren, Riley James and Coby Jay; brothers and sister, Wilber (Birdie), Shirley (John) Huff, Harrold (Lou), Dale; and sister-in-law, Bonnie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Parker, Lew F. Lew F. Parker Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain October 25, 1877 Lew F. Parker, an extra freight conductor on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe, was fatally injured at Peabody, Kansas on Thursday last. While engaged in coupling cars he was run over, both of his legs cut off and was in other ways injured. He was placed on the train to be taken to Newton, where his sister resides, but the unfortunate man died on the way. Parker, Margaret E. Margaret E. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - July 02, 2003 - Margaret E. Parker, 79, passed away July 1, 2003. She is survived by her four children, Bonnie Owens, Donna Brizendine, Fred Parker, Etta Parker; grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and three sisters. Also survived by her good friend of 10 years, Milton Treger. Visitation, 1 to 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Thursday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Parker, Mary Fox Mary Fox Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - September 17, 1999 - Mary Fox Parker, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Sept. 14, 1999. Mary was born May 14, 1922, in Evans, Colo., to William Abraham Fox and Pauline Meier Fox. She had four sisters, Maude (Grace) Fox, San Francisco, Calif., Elsie Watts, Pueblo, Minnie Koele, Fruita, and Flora Emma Fox, location unknown. Mary met and married her husband of 52 years, Dwaine Lyle Parker, in Pueblo. Mary and Dwaine lived in many places in their lives together including Billings, Mont., Boise, Idaho, Westminster, Colo., Modesto, Calif., and Salt Lake City, Utah. Since November of 1998, she and Dwaine have been living in Conroe, Texas, after residing in Salt Lake City for the past 32 years. Mary retired from Sperry-Univac in 1986, where she was an administrative aide. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Grace Fox and Elsie Watts; two grandchildren, Kristina Dee Lister, and Eric Swanson; and two great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Dwaine Lyle Parker of Conroe, Texas; her children, Douglas Lyle Parker and his wife, Lana Kay Parker of Phoenix, Ariz., Gregory Lyle Parker and his wife, Nancy H. Parker of the Woodlands, Texas, Kim Renee Lister and her husband, Mark N. Lister of Rigby, Idaho; her grandchildren, Matthew N. Lister, Katie Nickerson, Gregory L. Parker II, Tori Kirby, Troy Thomas, Shannon Parker, Travis Thomas, and Gina Slesser; 16 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; her sister, Minnie Koele of Fruita. Mary was an intelligent, caring and thoughtful woman who always made sure everyone else was taken care of. She will be greatly missed and her influence will be eternal. Her funeral service was held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, 1999, in Humble, Texas. At some time in the future her ashes will be interred in the family plot in Evans Cemetery in Evans, Colo. Parker, Mary O. Mary O. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - April 02, 2005 - Mary O. Parker, 22. Cremation. Parker, Mildred Craig Mildred Craig Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - May 03, 1986 - Mildred Craig Parker passed away May 1, 1986. She was born March 19, 1909, in Clairsville, Ohio, to Iona and Eli Watkins. She married Charles Stanley Parker, June 1, 1929, in Alamosa, and moved to Pueblo in 1947. She is survived by two daughters, Joan Sexton, Pueblo; and Janet Burns, Castle Rock; one sister, Betty Brown of Green Valley, Ariz.; and will be sadly missed by eight grandchildren, Paula, Mike, Kathy, Kent, Scott, Daniel, Susan and David. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Services will be held at the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, 10 a.m. Monday with Sister Bona Mueller, Pastoral Care Unit, Sisters of Charity, St. Mary-Corwin Hospital, assisted by Sister Mary Bauer. The service will conclude at the chapel. Donations may be made to Shriner's Handicapped Children's Fund or the Acute Neurological Intensive Care Unit at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital, through the funeral home office. The family may be contacted at 2720 Fifth Ave. Parker, Patrick Patrick Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - June 22, 2004 - Patrick Parker, 35, born Feb. 20, 1969 passed away June 18, 2004. Survived by children Alicia, Alayna and Patrick Jr., mother Esther, siblings Bob, Isaac and Lora, special friends Gerald and Pastor Roman. Service Wed. 23, 4pm at The Lords Vineyard Fellowship, 1517 Moore Avenue. Parker, Robert H. Robert H. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - March 17, 1982 - Robert H. Parker, passed away March 16, 1982, at a local hospital. Mr. Parker was born in Atlanta, Kan., July 13, 1907, and is survived by widow, Evelyn Parker, of the family home; sister, Anna Morgan, Kansas; children, Margie Downing, Clara Medina; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; stepfather of Georgia ( William) Stanton, Colorado Springs, Dick (Janet) Schaffer, Pueblo, Carolyn (C.V.) James, Colorado Springs; Step-grandfather of seven; and step-great-grandfather of two; many nieces and nephews also survive. Private graveside service Thursday, March 18, 1982. Roselawn Cemetery. Pueblo Chieftain - March 17, 1982 - Robert H. Parker, March 16. Survived by wife, Evelyn Parker, sister, two daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. T.G. McCarthy. Parker, Ronald D. Ronald D. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - May 27, 1995 - Ronald D. Parker, 59, departed this life unexpectedly to be with our Lord on May 24, 1995. He was born May 16, 1936, in Enid, Okla. As a small child his family relocated to Pueblo. He attended Central High School and Pueblo Junior College. Shortly thereafter he served his country in the Korean War. On June 17, 1956, he was joined in marriage with Bonnie Lee Erdmann. He was employed as a millwright for 30 years at the CF&I. After retirement he was able to pursue his love of travel. He also devoted the majority of his time helping others. This he did at the expense of his own needs. Preceded in death by his parents, Wray and Carrie Parker. Survived by his wife of 39 years, and six children, Rhonda (Kevin) Johnson, Pueblo, RaeAnn (Allan) Schritter, Ronald (Carol) Parker Jr., both of Richland, Wash., Rochele Parker, Issaquah, Wash., Robert (Janice) Parker, Pueblo, and Renea Parker of Richland, Wash., and eight grandchildren. Also survived by his brothers and sisters, Lester (Ida) Parker, Wilbur (Birdie) Parker, both of Pueblo, Harold (Lou) Parker, Lamar, Shirley (John) Huff, Pueblo, Dale Parker, Maryville, Wash., and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition, he is survived by his parents-in-law, Bob and Hazel Erdmann of Richland, Wash. He was a member of Tabor Lutheran Church, VFW Post No. 5812, and the United Steelworkers Union No. 2102. The service will be held at 12 p.m. today in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel, with the Rev. Paul Yeager officiating. Flag folding and presentation will be made by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Cremation will follow at the Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. The Parker family would like to thank all those who have been so kind and generous during this difficult time. Ron will be sadly missed. Those who desire may make memorials to the Tabor Lutheran Church Memorial Fund. The family will receive friends at 2003 Overton Road immediately following the service. Parker, Rosa E. Rosa E. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 1984 - Rosa E. Parker, Pueblo resident since 1928, late of 434 Alma, passed away April 16, 1984. Mrs. Parker was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, Paul (Jean) Parker, Pueblo; a daughter, Gladys (Milt) Deason, Gilbert, Ariz.; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Bertha Miller, Clinton, Mo., and Lovina Bailey, Kansas City, Kan.; a brother George Hanning, Clinton, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gurney D. Parker in 1955. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with the Rev. Christine R. Monro, Trinity United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family may be contacted at 101 Carrillon. Parker, Ruby H. Mrs. Ruby H. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - July 24, 1966 - Mrs. Ruby H. Parker of 1817 E. Fifth, passed away in a local hospital Saturday morning. She was the wife of Robert H. Parker of the family home and mother of Mrs. Clara Riepenkroger of Pueblo. She was the daughter of Mrs. Jenney Giggi, Salt Lake City and sister of Mrs. Clara Belle Kasimatis, Pueblo; Mrs. Harold Morris and Mrs. Jess Mandas, both of Myrtle Creek, Ore.; Mrs. Vern Draper, Salt Lake City; John Saris, Murray, Utah; Mrs. Steve Kappas, Mapleton, Utah; Emmett Clark, Roosevelt, Utah, and Howard Clark, Monticello, Utah. She also had two grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Parker was a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She had been a resident of Pueblo for 26 years. Funeral arrangements will be made later. Pueblo Chieftain - July 26, 1966 - Mrs. Ruby H. Parker. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Valhalla's Garden Chapel, conducted by Bishop Norris D. Anderson. Interment will follow in Pueblo Memorial Gardens. Parker, Sheryn Jeanne Sheryn Jeanne (Merrill) Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - February 01, 2001 - Passed away in the early morning of Jan. 29, 2001 at the age of 52, as result of pneumonia, at Capital Medical Center in Olympia Washington. She is survived by her brother Dave Merrill, Pueblo, son Billy Parker, daughter Heather Parker, Ohio, mother Arlene Limbocker, Alhambra, CA, sisters Lori Barbee, Huntington Beach, CA, Carol Snyder, San Jose, CA, Linda (Merrill) Humphry, Capistrano Beach, CA. Condolences may be sent to 107 W. 6th St., Pueblo, CO 81003. These will be forwarded to her family. Cremation will take place in Washington, and any memorial services will be held in Southern California. Parker, Stacey L. Stacey L. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - February 16, 1944 - Stacey L. Parker, at St. Louis, Mo. Husband of Mrs. Josephine Parker of the family home, 322 South Glendale. Son of Mrs. Ella Sanders of Pueblo and Mr. Joseph Parker, Vanita, Okla. Brother of William Parker and Mrs. Viola Bowers, both of Vanita, Okla.; Cecil Parker, Pueblo. Father of Edora Parker, Oregon. Body will arrive Pueblo Wednesday. Services our chapel 3:30 o'clock Thursday with Rev. Perry W. Swan officiating and interment in Mountain View cemetery. Davis Mortuary. Pueblo Chieftain - February 17, 1944 - Stacey L. Parker Rites Saturday - Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Davis mortuary for Stacey L. Parker who died Monday in At. Louis, Mo. Interment will be made in Mountain View cemetery. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Josephine Parker; daughter Edora Parker, Roseburg, Ore.; father Joseph B. Parker, Vinita, Okla.; mother, Mrs. John W. Sanders, Pueblo; brothers, Cecil A. Parker of Pueblo and William Parker of Vinita, and sister Mrs. Violet Bowers, Vinita. A veteran of the present was, Mr. Parker was the stepfather of Mrs. J. A. Morris, Pueblo; Vernon Brown, who is at Farragut, Ida., in the Navy; J.C. Brown Jr., Oakland, Calif.; Mrs. Erma Egbert, Sacramento, Calif., and Mrs. Joe Vitale, Oakland, Calif. Parker, Unknown Unknown Parker - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - July 2, 1868 - John Locke, who keeps the U. S. Stage Co.'s Ranch at Big Timber, on the Hays City and Santa Fe route, shot and killed a man named Parker on the night of the 19th, having mistaken him for an unfriendly Indian. Parker, William William Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - March 10, 2004 - William Parker, 63, of Pueblo, passed away, Sunday, March 7, 2004. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Helen; and stepchildren, Shirley Rodriguez and Daniel Gomez. Survived by his loving wife, Lavie Gomez-Parker; aunt, Marie Bowman of Indiana; stepchildren, Eleanor (Bill) Kelso, Lucy (Sal) Trujillo and Beatrice Gomez; stepgrandchildren, Shelly (Phillip) Vigil, Maureen Trujillo, Suzanne Trujillo, Paula DeHerrera, Andrea (Oscar) Alcala, Jake Rodriguez, Raymond Rodriguez, Daniel Gomez, David Gomez, Steven Gomez and Charles Gomez; numerous great-grandchildren; and childhood friend, Joe Joe. William will be missed by his extended church family, Full Gospel Christian Assembly, for whom he so cared. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Thursday, March 11, 2004, Full Gospel Christian Assembly, with special services by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Parker, William L. William L. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - June 11, 1987 - William L. Parker of Littleton, formerly of Lamar and Pueblo, June 9, 1987. Husband of Mona M. Parker. Father of Eldon (Mary) Parker. Grandfather of Clifton (Lorie) Parker, Joetta (Bob) Bailey, Julie (Paul) Pettit, Mary Ann Parker and Sandra (Pat) Boyle. Survived also by nine great-grandchildren and four sisters. Mr. Parker was a retired carpenter and member of Lamar Aerie No. 1408 F.O.E. and Lamar Lodge I.O.O.F. Graveside service, 1 p.m. Friday, Fairmount Cemetery, Lamar. Parker, Wray W. Wray W. Parker - Pueblo Chieftain - May 21, 1994 - Wray W. Parker, 87, Enid Okla., formerly of Pueblo, May 19. Survived by wife, Clara; sons, Lester, Wilber, Ronald of Pueblo, Harold of Lamar, and Dale of Marysville, Wash.; daughter, Shirley Huff, Pueblo. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Monday, Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home, Enid, Okla. Parkhill, Cora E. Cora E. Parkhill Pueblo Chieftain September 11, 2006 - Cora E. Parkhill, our loving aunt and grandmother, died at Minnequa Medicenter, Sept. 9, 2006, at the age of 99. She was born on Nov. 26, 1906, in Atwood, Kans. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas G. and Albertina Bearley Packard; her husband, Lloyd Parkhill; and her sister, Retta Ann Hosfield. Survived by her sister, Etta May Mullen, Pueblo; niece, Charlene Surwill, Billings, Mont.; nephews, William (Darlene) Mullen, Colorado City, Colo., Norman Hosfield, San Diego, Calif., and Jay Hosfield of Lemon Grove, Calif. She also is survived by her step-grandchildren, Debra Jo, Brian, Jennifer Lynn and Andrea Jean; great-grandson, Jeremy; as well as numerous great nieces and nephews. Cora's family homesteaded to Cope, Colo., in 1914, arriving in a covered wagon from Kansas. Cora graduated from Brush High School in 1924 and attended the American Business College and the University of Northern Colorado. She taught two years at the American Business College and worked at the Pueblo Clinic for 19 years before moving to Denver, where she worked as a medical secretary until retiring in 1975. After the death of her first husband, she married Lloyd Parkhill and lived in Brush, Colo., until 1992, when she returned to Pueblo. She was a member of Vineland United Methodist Church. Though she had no children of her own, every child became hers. Visitation, 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home, followed by a graveside service, 2:30 p.m., Roselawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to either the Vineland United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice. Parkhurst, Norma Jean Norma Jean Parkhurst - Pueblo Chieftain - November 13, 2005 - Norma Jean Parkhurst, 64, passed away Nov. 10, 2005. She was born June 12, 1941, in Mesita, Colo., to Woodrow Ford and Elsa Luster Ford who preceded her in death along with daughter, Janelle White. She is survived by her loving husband, Dean Parkhurst; children, Marty (Nanci) Parkhurst, Donna (Marty) Gray; nine grandchildren; three siblings; and numerous loving nieces, aunts, uncles and nephews. Norma was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and cheerfully served in many positions. We will all remember her determination to do things, she never complained even with her physical challenges. Norma will be missed by all her friends and neighbors. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Monday, Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints on Surfwood. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends at the church 1 hour before the service. Mom, we love you. May God be with you. "Til we meet again." Parkinen, Anna Evelyn Anna Evelyn Parkinen - Pueblo Chieftain - April 19, 2006 - Anna Evelyn Parkinen. In loving memory of Anna Evelyn Parkinen, who went home to be with the Lord on April 16, 2006. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Bill Parkinen; son, Waine Parkinen; parents, Anna and Elmer Eggerman and Frances Ratliff. Survived by children, Diana (Dave) Bradley, Cindy (George) Torres, Ronald (Frances) Parkinen, Cheryl (Jerry) Califano; grandchildren, George Scott (Kim) Torres, Kevin (Brenda) Torres, Ryan (Amy) Torres, Shane (Jennifer) Parkinen, Nick (Nikki) Bradley, Alexis (Pete), and Dominic Califano; great-grandchildren, Kelley Nesbitt and Kirstin Parkinen; and numerous other relatives. Anna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed sports. Anna will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Memorial service, 3 p.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Parkinen, Waine Waine "Bill" Parkinen - Pueblo Chieftain - October 05, 1998 - Waine "Bill" Parkinen, 73, passed away Oct. 2, 1998. Survived by his wife, Anna Parkinen- children, Diana (David) Bradley, Cindy (George) Torres, Ronald Parkinen, Cheryl (Jerry) Califano, all of Pueblo- grandchildren, George Scott (Kim), Kevin, and Ryan Torres, Shane Parkinen, Nick Bradley, Alexis and Dominic Califano- and great-granddaughter, Kelley. Preceded in death by his mother, Frances Ratliff- and son, Waine Lee Parkinen. , 1 p.m. Wednesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation, Imperial Crematory. In lieu of food and flowers, contributions may be made to ACOVA in his memory. Parks, Barbara J. Barbara J. Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - July 4, 1987 - Barbara J. Parks passed away July 1, 1987. Mrs. Parks is survived by one brother, Thomas (Louise) Punshon of Asheville, N.C., and one sister, Eleanor Punshon of Pueblo. She also is survived by several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Parks was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Parks, in 1977. She was born in Pueblo and was a lifetime resident. She was a member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Eastern Star 7 and Beta Nu Chapter Epsilon Sigma Alpha International. There will be no viewing. Private service at 1 p.m. today at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Donald Van Splinter officiating. Interment, Hillcrest, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to St. Peter's Episcopal Church. Parks, Donald Edward Donald Edward Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - December 23, 2003 - Donald Edward Parks, 53, passed away on Dec. 19, 2003. He is preceded in death by his mother, Iva Jean Bentz; and his grandparents, Harry and Frances Robbe. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Karen Parks; five children, Julie Parks of Virginia Beach, Va., Ron (Diane) Parks, Donnie Parks, Darcie Parks and Eddie Parks, all of Pueblo; three grandchildren, Christopher Parks of Las Lunas, Dominic Parks and Devin Martinez, both of Pueblo; brother, Roger Parks of Albuquerque; sister, Patricia Lynn Payne of Lakewood, Colo.; father, Darwin (Pat) Parks of Fort Mohave, Ariz.; niece, Bobbi Jo Payne of Lakewood, Colo.; and numerous other relatives. Donald served in the U.S. Army. He loved fishing, hunting and enjoyed playing pool. Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. today, at Adrian Comer. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2003, at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Parks, Douglas Sr. Douglas Parks Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - September 15, 2005 - Douglas Parks Sr., 72, born on June 7, 1933, and passed away on Sept. 9, 2005. Survived by his wife, Esther; son, Douglas (Terrie) Parks Jr., Coos Bay, Ore.; brother, Ron (Margene), Columbus, Mont.; one granddaughter, Christena; two great-granddaughters, Anna and Abby, Pueblo; and numerous nephews and nieces. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956. Viewing, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, Mountain View Cemetery with the Pastor Danny Bryant officiating. Parks, Elmer P. Elmer P. Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - September 09, 1999 - Elmer P. Parks 80, passed away Sept. 7, 1999. Funeral services, today, 10:30 a.m. at Lamar Christian Church. Masonic graveside service will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Note: All masons attending the service will meet at the Lodge at 9:30 a.m. Parks, Elton C. Elton C. Parks - Wray Rattler - June 26, 1919 - Morgan County Herald George Bosko was sentenced to be hanged during the week beginning September 22 and Tom Bosko was sentenced to life imprisonment by Judge Trimble in the district court at Pueblo for the murder of Elton C. Parks and Will T. Hunter on the Rye road near Pueblo on the afternoon of April 11. Sentence was pronounced immediately following the arguments of defendants' attorneys, T. A. Stewart and Robert Morris for a new trial. Judge Trimble also overruled the attorney's plea for dismissal on the ground of former jeopardy. It is likely that appeal to the Supreme Court will be made. The attorneys have sixty days in which to file their bills for exceptions. Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - June 27, 1919 - George Bosko, convicted of killing Elton C. Parks and Will T. Hunter on the Rye road near Pueblo on the afternoon of April 11, was sentenced to be hanged during the week beginning Sept. 22. Tom Bosko, a brother of the doomed man, was given life imprisonment. It is likely that appeal to the Supreme Court will be made. The attorneys have sixty days in which to file their bill of exceptions.Fort Collins Courier December 11, 1920 Confessed Murderer Is Hung At State Penitentiary Friday Night at 9:08 O'Clock; Death Penalty Is Paid For Murder of "Good Samaritan" Autoists On Pueblo Highway By Associated Press Pueblo, Dec. 10. George T. Bosko, confessed murderer of E. C. Parks and Will Hunter of Pueblo, was executed in the state penitentiary at 9:08 tonight according to advices received here from Canon City. Prison officials refused to give out any of the details of the execution only that the prison chaplain was present. It is reported by friends of Bosko's mother that she has suffered a collapse and is not expected to live thru the night. The following is the history of the crime for which he paid the death penalty tonight: George T. Bosko, 25 years old, and his brother, Thomas Bosko, 18, left Pueblo on April 10, 1919, without funds and looking for employment on ranches in that vicinity. On April 11, near Rye, Colo., while walking along the road, they encountered an automobile driven by Elton C. Parks, in which William T. Hunter was a passenger. Parks permitted the two pedestrians to ride in the car. The two men occupied the rear seat. Eighteen miles from Pueblo, according to his own confession, George Bosko drew a revolver and shot and killed Parks and Hunter. The brothers escaped to Utah, where they were arrested on May 16 at Kenilworth, after a chase of three days in the hills. George Bosko, soon after his arrest, confessed to the double murder, declaring he committed the crime to secure funds. The younger Bosko also confessed to his part in the killing. On June 19, 1919, a jury in Pueblo sentenced George Bosko to hang and Thomas Bosko to life imprisonment. Several reprieves were granted by the lieutenant governor, the last reprieve expiring on December 2, when acting Governor George Stephen announced he would grant no further extension of time. Colorado Public Defender - December 10, 1920 - George R. Bosko (a.k.a. Bosco), Pueblo. W-W. Hanging/Broken neck. Bosko was executed for the murders of William T. Hunter and Elton C. Parks. Bosko's brother and accomplice, Tom, was under eighteen years of age at the time of the crimes, and because of his young age, he received a sentence of life imprisonment, rather than death, for his role in the crimes. Parks, a car salesman, was demonstrating a new car to Hunter, a ranch owner, when they picked up the two brothers. The brothers then shot the victims and stole the car. Bosko, age twenty-eight, worked as a ranch hand, had no prior arrests, and had served in the Army for three years. Upon his arrest, he gave a full confession, and at his arraignment he pleaded guilty. The convictions were affirmed on appeal. The Lieutenant Governor delayed the execution for five months so physicians could evaluate Bosko's sanity. At the time of the execution, Bosko's mother "is said to have suffered a collapse . . . and was not expected to live thru [sic] the night." Parks, Freeman F. Freeman F. "Curly" Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - July 29, 1999 - Freeman F. "Curly" Parks, died July 24, 1999. Born on July 15, 1924, and resided in Boone. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 29, 1999. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Friday, July 30, 1999, at Memorial Gardens. Reception at High Country Tavern, 2909 E. Fourth, Pueblo Parks, Garland Garland Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - November 13, 1986 - Garland Parks, Nov. 9, 1986. Husband of Neoma Parks. Father of Patsy Luther, Pueblo. Grandfather of Jim Pinson, Janice (Dennis) Keller, Phillip (Mary) Pinson, Laura (Steve) Crook, Frank Pinson, and Mike Pinson. Great-grandfather of nine. Brother of Vadis Jones, John (Verne) Parks, Norman (Doris) Parks, and Kathleen (Cecil) Studer. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents and one brother. Mr. Parks had worked in farming and timber falling. Member of Sunset Park Church of Christ. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Sunday, Sunset Park Church of Christ, conducted by Pastor Gayle McKinley. Please omit food gifts. Parks, George E. George E. Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - April 2, 1987 - George E. Parks was born Feb. 14, 1905, in Iowa, and passed away March 31, 1987, in Colorado Springs. Father of George R. (Fawn) Parks, Darwin (Cathy) Parks, and Donna Longnecker. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Ethel, in 1978, and a son, Donald, in 1944. Retired from Colorado State Hospital in 1965. Services at 2 p.m. Friday, April 3, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. The family prefers contributions to the Arthritis Foundation through the funeral home office. Parks, Gordon Wayne Gordon Wayne Parks - Cleburne Times-Review - July 11, 2006 - Cleburne, TX - Gordon Wayne Parks, 81, passed away July 1, 2006, in Minnequa Medicenter in Pueblo, Colo. He was born June 8, 1925, in Cleburne. Mr. Parks was a graduate of Cleburne High School and later attended TCU in Fort Worth. He enlisted in the Marine Corps during World War II and was awarded two Purple Hearts for wounds suffered in both Iwo Jima and Guam. He married Frances Leah Kirkham on Feb. 17, 1946, and they were married for 60 years. He was a prominent and distinguished citizen of Clebume where he serves as a board member of the Chamber of Commerce, president of Camp Fire Girls, president of the American Red Cross, chairman of United Way, board member of First Methodist Church, vice president of Cleburne National Bank, county auditor and owner of Parks Hardware Store. He was also an Eagle Scout, board member of the Nolan River Country Club, a member of the Masonic Lodge, the American Legion and the Disabled American Veterans. He retired and moved to Trinidad, Colo. Gordon is survived by his wife, Frances Leah; his daughter, Peggy Syers; and his granddaughter, Leah Katherine Syers, both of Albuquerque, N.M. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 7, 2006, at the First United Methodist Church, 216 Broom St., Trinidad, CO., with the Rev. Mary Barbee officiating. Honorary pallbearers are Jim Capshaw, Bernard Parsons, Dick Byrne, Warren Ashcraft, Ben Chili and Pat McNeil. Immediately following services friends are invited to gather with the family at First Methodist Church Hall. Comi Funeral Home, 1804 E. Main St., Trinidad, CO 81082, 719-846-3347. Parks, Henry Ray Jr. Henry Ray Parks Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - October 03, 1997 - Henry Ray Parks Jr., 59, passed away Sept. 30, 1997. Born Sept. 2, 1938, in Hazelton, Idaho. He was known as "Watchdog" to his fellow CBers and bikers. He was a member of Pueblo CBers Club and Pueblo Independent Bikers Club. Survived by wife, Delores Parks- son, Lester (Cindy) Sprous- daughter, Vina (Sugar Bear) Gallegos- and grandchildren, Kaven and Jacob Padilla, Willy Jay and Brandon Sprous. Preceded in death by father, Henry Ray Parks Sr.- mother, Della Braum- son, Frank Parks- daughter, Mary Randell- brother, Frank Renkel- and grandson, Stephen Sprous. At his request, cremation has taken place. , 11 a.m. Saturday, Angelus Chapel, Rev. Robert Carden officiating. Parks, Joy Joy Parks - Pueblo Chieftain September 01, 2006 - Joy Parks, 81, of Collierville, Tenn., died Aug. 29, 2006 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. She was a member of St. Andrew's Church in Orlando, Fla., and a homemaker. A memorial service will be held in Orlando at a later date. Preceded in death by her husband, Jay Parks. She is survived by her two daughters, Cathey Neilson and Sherry Robinson; three sons, Frank Liberato, Mike Liberato and Ron Parks; her sister, Lois Roper; two brothers, Virgil and Caroll T. Jacobs; eleven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Parks, Kenneth L. Kenneth L. Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - July 22, 2003 - Kenneth L. Parks, 56, passed away July 20, 2003. He is preceded in death by his father, Freeman Parks. Survived by his children, Kenneth (Marlyn) Smithour, California, Steven (Mandi) Smithour, Las Vegas, Nev., Julie (Dan) Gibbons, Andy Parks and Melanie Kirby, all of Pueblo; grandchildren, Daniel, Thomas, Christopher, Henry, Katie and Zachary. Also survived by his mother, Nadine Fern of Pueblo; brothers and sisters, Franklin Parks, JoAnn Parks, Keith Parks, Michael Parks, Terry (Jack) Allen and Judy (John) Doran. Cremation with memorial service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Parks, Maria Blanche Maria Blanche Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - November 15, 2004 - Maria Blanche Parks, 56, of Pueblo. Went home to be with the Lord Nov. 12, 2004. Born Dec. 13, 1947. Preceded in death by daughter, Tammy Parks; parents, Albert and Irma Herrera (James Follmar). Survived by sons, Tom Parks Jr., Shane (Claribel) Parks, Albert Parks, Christian (Steph) Parks; brothers, James (Cindy) Follmar, Richard (Marguerite) Follmar, Robert (Martha) Follmar, Christopher (Diedre) Herrera; sisters, Jacqueline (Tim) Esparza, Karen (Warren) Ross, Phyillis (Cionicio) Graciano, Yvette (Tom) Carillo; also survived by numerous grandchildren, uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, other relatives; and special friend, Leroy Jiron. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, at Romero Chapel. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after service. Parks, Mary Elizabeth Mary Elizabeth Parks - Pueblo Chieftain - July 01, 1997 - Mary Elizabeth Parks, 87, passed away June 29, 1997, at a Colorado Springs care center. Survived by her daughters, Lou Ann Fornelli of Nevada and Kathy Ayers of Virginia - son, William Boyer of Florida- brothers, Richard Williams of Alamosa, George Williams of Meeker, James Williams of Riverton, Wyo., William Williams of Show Low, Ariz.- sister, Ida Elliot of Georgia- several nieces, nephews, great and great-great-nieces and nephews. Born on May 26, 1910, in Stone, Colo., to Albert R. and Ida (Blake) Williams, both who are deceased. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William M. Parks, who she married in 1934 - five brothers and one sister. Mary retired as a pro rodeo saddle bronc rider. She was inducted into the Cowgirl Hall of Fame in 1979. She will lie in state at the funeral home from noon to 6 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday. Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 3, 1997, in Gardner, Colo., at the Gardner Cemetery. Parks, Roger Lee Roger Lee Parks Pueblo Chieftain September 23, 2006 - Roger Lee Parks passed away Saturday, Sept. 9, 2006, in Albuquerque, N.M. Predeceased by mother, Iva Jean; brother, Don Parks; and grandparents. Survived by father, Darwin (Pat) Parks; sister, Patty; sister-in-law, and several nieces, nephews and great nephews. Memorial service, Albuquerque, N.M. Parks, William M. William M. Parks - Huerfano World - September 28, 1989 - William "Bill" Parks, 85, died in Kissimmee, FL, Sept. 22, 1989. Born in 1904 in the Sand Hills area south of Gordon, NE, he attended school at Sand Hills. He later worked at many area cattle ranches in Nebraska. He joined the professional rodeo circuit and became one of the top performers in the U.S. He was a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys of Amercia, lifetime. He married the former Mary Williams of Walsenburg in 1932 in Ainsworth, NE. Survivors include his wife, Mary, Kissimmee; a daughter, Lou Ann McWhorter, Las Vegas, NV; a son, Bill Boyer, South Bay, FL; a sister, Lulu Maule, Kalona, IA and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. at J.M. Antle Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Upper Huerfano/Gardner Cemetery. J.M. Antle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Parlapiano, Carl Carl Parlapiano - Pueblo Chieftain - April 20, 2002 - Passed away April 17, 2002. He was born in Pueblo, Colo. Carl was preceded in death by his father and mother, Frank and Mary Parlapiano. He is survived by wife, Nell; daughters, Mary Margaret and Carla; sisters, Annabelle Mistretta, Vivian Brannon; and brother, Joe (Doris) Parlapiano; nephew, James (Carol) Pagano; aunts, Josephine Cascio and Sara White; and uncle, Tony Taibi. Also survived by cousins, David (Marge) Parlapiano, James (Jodene) Parlapiano, Frank (Lucille) Colletti, Josephine Perricone; sisters-in-law, Lee Pollard, Marie Alberico, Melba Alberico and Pauline Alberico. Numerous nieces and nephews; special friends, Vi Marquez and Irene Garcia. Carl was a graduate of Central High School, He attended the University of Colorado and received a Bachelor of Arts degree. He received the Juris Doctor Law Degree at Denver University. He returned to Pueblo to practice law for 50 years. During WWII, Carl served his country in the U.S. Army as a Tec 4 from 1942 to 1945 in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe. He was the recipient of the European/African/Middle Eastern Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Meritorious Service Unit Plaque with one star. Carl served as Pueblo assistant district attorney and Pueblo district attorney for 16 years. He continued his private practice until he retired in 1996. Carl was an active member in the Democratic Party and served many years as committee chairman of the Democratic Party Precinct No. 46. In 1984, he was recognized for 39 years of successful practice of the law by the Pueblo County Bar Association. He was a member of the American Bar Association and the Colorado Bar Association. Carl was a life member of the Elk's Fraternal Organization Lodge No. 90 and the Protective Lodge of the Columbian Federation No. 222. Carl was the past president of the International Footprint Association Chapter No. 22. He was a devoted husband and a proud father of his two loving daughters. He was an avid Denver Broncos and CU football fan. He loved fishing, traveling, going to the mountains, riding his bicycle and talking politics. The family requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorials can be made to St. Patrick Church or the American Heart Association in Carl's memory. Viewing will be held at the funeral home from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 21, and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, April 22. Recitation of the rosary, 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2002, followed by Mass of the Resurrection at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Entombment at Roselawn Cemetery. Graveside honors by the Pueblo County Sheriffs Department. There will be a reception to follow at the Pueblo Country Club. Parlapiano, Josephine Josephine Mulay Parlapiano - Pueblo Chieftain - April 30, 1987 - Josephine Mulay Parlapiano, April 28, 1987. Wife of Tony Parlapiano, who passed away November 21, 1950. Mother of Shirley (Ira) Lester, Pueblo. Sister of Carrie Cusumano, Mary DeSalvo and Carl (Rose) Mulay, all of Pueblo, and Sam (Gladys) Mulay, Grand Junction. Sister-in-law of Rose Mulay, Sam Parlapiano, Mary Ferro and Mae Ward. Also survived by three grandchildren, Susan (Mark) Allen, Leann (George) Leuer and Alan Lester; two great-grandchildren, April Rae Leuer and Kaylen Janine Allen, all of Pueblo, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her daughter, Jeannine Parlapiano and Carol Parlapiano, and brothers and sister, John Mulay, Ben Mulay, Joe Mulay and Jennie Mulay. Mrs. Parlapiano was employed as a packer at the Pueblo Army Depot from 20 years before retiring in 1971. She was a lifelong Pueblo resident and was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese Parish. Services, Shrine of St. Therese. Mass of Christian Burial, 7 p.m. Thursday; Rosary recitation, 10 a.m. Friday. Interment, Roselawn. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. They will greet friends at the Shrine of St. Therese following the Mass. Parlapiano, Mike J. Mike J. Parlapiano - Pueblo Chieftain - December 17, 2004 - Mike J. Parlapiano, 76, born June 4, 1928, passed away Dec. 15, 2004. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Pearl; children, Michael (Raeann) Parlapiano, Dianne Parlapiano and Christina (Joey) Waggoner; and grandchildren, Dawn Parlapiano and Trystan Waggoner. Also survived by his sisters, Rose Conway and Marie Corsentino; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his infant son, John Rocco Parlapiano; parents, James and Catherine Parlapiano; brothers, Joseph, Charles and Paul Todesco and Sam and Carl Parlapiano; and sisters, Mary Geanetta, Jeanne Polidori and Grace Plutt. Mike was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. in 1986. He was a member of the American Legion Post 203. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Friday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Saturday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in Mike's memory. Parlapiano, Nell Nell (Ernestine Alberico) Parlapiano - Pueblo Chieftain - July 12, 2005 - Nell (Ernestine Alberico) Parlapiano passed away July 9, 2005. She was born in Pueblo, Colo., and was preceded in death by husband, Carl; father and mother, Chris and Angelina Alberico; sister, Mary (Anthony) Zaccardi; and son, Ralph; brothers, Fred, Thomas and Charles Alberico. She is survived by devoted daughters, Mary Margaret and Carla; sister, Lee Pollard; sisters-in-law, Annabelle Mistretta, Vivian Brannon; and brother-in-law, Joe Parlapiano; nephew, James (Carol) Pagano; sisters-in-law, Marie Alberico, Melba Alberico and Pauline Alberico; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, Vi Marquez and Irene Garcia. She and her husband, Carl, were married for 54 years. They were married in 1951 at Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Pueblo, Colo. Nell was a graduate of Central High School. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Colorado State College of Education, now the University of Northern Colorado. She started her teaching career at Blende Elementary School. She continued her career at Riverside, Jefferson, Washington and Sunset Park Elementary schools. Her teaching career spanned 42 years. After retirement, she continued teaching as a substitute teacher in District 60. Nell was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Alpha Omicron Chapter and a member of St. Patrick Church. She was a devoted wife and a proud mother of two loving daughters. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed growing beautiful roses and other plants. She also enjoyed traveling and attending Denver Broncos football games. She enjoyed sharing special times with friends and family at her home. A special thank you to Dr. Gaide, Dr. Holm, Rachel, Natalie and Nona for the care given to Nell. The family requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorials may be made to St. Patrick Catholic Church. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home, with family to receive friends from 2 to 5 p.m. Rosary, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, and funeral Mass to follow at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 2005, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with entombment at Roselawn Cemetery. Parmenter, Zella Roberta Zella Roberta McKinley Parmenter Pueblo Chieftain - September 21, 1997 - Zella Roberta McKinley Parmenter passed away Sept. 20, 1997. She is survived by her son, John (Jeanne) McKinley- daughter, Nina Postolese- and brother, Stamy (Betty) Edmisten. Predeceased by husbands, Jesse H. McKinley and Robert Parmenter- daughter, Betty Minor- son, Gerald McKinley- and son-in-law, Norman Postolese. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren- 28 great-grandchildren- and six great-great-grandchildren. Zella was born on March 6, 1903, in Pagosa Springs. She loved to go camping and fishing and considered herself a wealthy woman because of her large family. She will be missed. At her request, Zella will be cremated. A will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 1997, at the George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Officiating clergy, Rev. John L. McKinley. Parnell, Joseph H. Sr. Joseph H. Parnell, Sr. - Albuquerque Journal June 04, 2006 - Joseph H. Parnell, Sr. (Maj. USAF Ret.), WWII and Korean War Veteran, died May 23, 2006, at Parkview Hospital, Pueblo, CO, where he was a patient at the VA Nursing Home Care Unit. He was 86 years old. He is survived by his wife, Doris, of the family home in Tijeras, NM; son, Samuel S. (Laura) Parnell; granddaughters, Jessica Bryant and Amanda Parnell; and great-granddaughter, Aubrey D'Angelo. Also a sister, Mildred, who resides in an assisted living facility in Alabama; and many nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, and brother-in-law. Predeceased by his son, Joseph H. Parnell, Jr., 1st Lt. U.S. Army - Helicopter Pilot, whose remains are interred in Fort Logan Cemetery. Joseph was born January 7, 1920, in Munford, AL, where he attended school. He was drafted into the military one day before Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. Joseph served his country 23 years. He was among the first American servicemen to serve in England. From there he entered flight training, winning his wings in February 1944, and his commission as 2nd Lt. He served in China, Japan, Korea, and Germany with his last assignment at Ramey AFB, Puerto Rico, where he was Aircraft Commander of KC135, refueling B-52s during the Cold War. He retired from active duty June 1, 1964, with the status of command pilot. Joseph earned many medals including: Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Air Force Commendation Medal, Korean War Service Medal, National Defense Medal, and many campaign and service awards. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. His remains will be interred on June 9, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, CO, with full military honors. Parnell, Loren M. Loren M. Parnell - Pueblo Chieftain - May 30, 2002 - Loren M. Parnell, 73, passed away May 28, 2002. Survived by his children, Kathy (Clifford) Chase of Aurora, Colo., Darlene (Alan) Eskstrom of Minnesota, Raymond Parnell of North Dakota and William Parnell of Wyoming; sister, Helen (Herb) Koncilia of Pueblo; 12 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. There will be no viewing or service. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Parolino, J. J. Parolino - Basalt Journal - May 12, 1906 - Leo Lermiseaux, a French boy, thirteen years of age, shot and killed an Italian rancher names J. Parolino near Hastings Tuesday. The boy was hunting and Parolino tried to drive him away from his farm by shooting at him. Parr, Rose Cecilia Rose Cecilia Parr - Pueblo Chieftain - June 24, 1999 - Rose Cecilia Parr, 92, passed away June 22, 1999. Preceded in death by her husband, Sylvester Henry Parr. Survived by her daughter, Shirley Parr- and son, Robert (Angie) Parr, Pueblo. Grandmother of Christopher Parr and Carey (Greg) Moreschini. Great-grandmother of Jarek and Jaydon Moreschini, all of Pueblo. Also survived by her sisters, Christine Ahlin, Sophie Vick, Frances DeJoy, all of Pueblo, and Angela Purin of Idaho- as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Also preceded in death by sisters, Katherine Kochevar, Ann Veditch, Mary Vidmar, and Jennie Shields- and brother, Tony Kochevar. Mrs. Parr was a member of Shrine of St. Therese parish where services will be held. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10 a.m. Interment, Memorial Gardens. Visitation, Thursday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home and before the Mass. Memorial contributions may be made to the BPOE No. 90 Endowment Fund or the Animal Welfare and Protection Program in care of the funeral home office. Parras, A. H. A. H. Parras - Boulder Daily Camera - July 25, 1891 - Death and Disaster - A Head End Collision on the Rio Grande Road - Denver, July 24. [Special] - A collision occurred about 1 o'clock this morning near Carlisle Springs, a small station the Denver & Rio Grand railway 20 miles west of Pueblo between west-bound passenger train No. 3 and the Durango express No. 6, east-bound, in which four persons lost their lives, six more were seriously and ten slightly injured. The killed were: George A. Ardell, engineer on the west-bound train; C. Cole, express messenger, and A. H. Parras, conductor on the east-bound, and two unknown tramps. The seriously injured were: H. E. Mulnix, railroad contractor of Trinidad, right leg crushed so badly that it was amputated above the knee; B. Williams of Salida, rib broken back injured and badly bruised about the head; John Paten, Pueblo, hip bruised and spine injured; Rufus Robinson, Palmer, Mo., right broken in two places and left leg in one, and also bruised about the head and face. Henry Gibberson, the news agent on the east-bound trains, is the only one of the injured that is feared will not recover. His left leg was badly crushed and has been amputated below the knee, while he sustained severe internal injuries, the extent of which cannot be determined. Just how the accident happened cannot be learned, but it is supposed to be the result of conductor Perris [sic] misunderstanding the orders. Parrish, Vernon L. Vernon L. Parrish - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - November 3, 1961 - Four Die in Plane Crash Near Pueblo - Flying into a blinding snowstorm, four men crashed to their deaths in a light plane Thursday 17 miles southeast of Pueblo. The fast-moving storm cleared within a few hours to reveal the wreckage on the Butler Ranch. Another airman, Glenn L. Nash, spotted the shattered remains on a flight from Pueblo to Raton, N.M. Those killed were Carlyle C. Madson, 50, the pilot, and Henry J. Pannell, Jr., 30 both of San Diego, Calif.; Paul Miller, 38 (?), La Mesa, Calif., and Vernon L. Parrish, 32, Denver. Parrish headed an electronics firm with offices in Denver, Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. The others all were employes of a San Diego firm. First on the scene, according to Maj. Lawrence H. Reibscheid, information officer of Group III, Civil Air Patrol, were three CAP officers and two deputy sheriffs of Pueblo County. They arrived on the scene at about 4:30 p.m. The searchers were Lt. Col. W. A. Coe of Black Forest, deputy communications officer of the Colorado Wing CAP; 1st Lt. Joseph Girodano and 1st Lt. Elvina Smith of the Pueblo County (?) CAP, and deputy sheriffs Theodore Nickolett and M. C. Forester. The search was directed by Lt. Col. Herbert E. Hammond of Colorado Springs, commanding officer of Group III. Operations officer was Maj. Earl Cole of Manitou Springs, also of Group III. The wreckage was scattered over a quarter mile area of the flat prairie land north of the Huerfano River, Hammond said. The largest piece of wreckage could be put in the back of a pickup truck. One body was in the nose wreckage. Two others were 80 feet ahead of where the plane struck the ground. The fourth body was at the point of impact. Controllers at the Pueblo airport said the plane, bound from Denver to Albuquerque, N.M., radioed at 10:43 a.m. that it was returning to Pueblo after running into the blizzard. Efforts to communicate with the plane failed. Workmen on the Butler Ranch said they heard the roar of a plane, apparently at full throttle, about 10:45 a.m. but heard no crash. The plane did not burn. It dug a furrow about 8 inches deep before disintegrating. Sheriff officers said it appeared the plane struck in a pancake fashion. Reibscheid said that since Feb. 4 of this year, the CAP has participated in more than 25 search and rescue missions of this type. Parrot, Mareus J. Mareus J. Parrot - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - October 16, 1879 - Hon. Mareus J. Parrot died at his former home near Dayton, O. on the 5th inst. Parry, Dorothey Dorothey Parry - Pueblo Chieftain - April 03, 2002 - Dorothey Parry, lifetime resident of Pueblo, passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2002. Dorothey was born on Jan. 11, 1919, in Brighton, Colo. She graduated from Central High School and was a member of Tabor Lutheran Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Parry, on June 10, 1972; her 3-month-old son, James E. Parry, in 1938; sisters, Ella Scott and Sylvia Hoffman; stepsisters, Sylvia Cox and Jean McLaughlin; and brother, Karl Johnson. She is survived by her children, Marcia (Philip) Wolfe of Pueblo, Colo., Diana (Jerry) Atencio of Denver, Colo., and David (Judy) Parry of Pueblo, Colo.; grandchildren, Christie (Kevin) Kurth, Cherie Wolfe (Kyle Wing), Chris Atencio, Joshua Atencio, Jared Atencio and Melanie Parry; and great-granddaughter, Dacre Ann Kurth. Viewing, 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2002, at the Tabor Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Mark J. Crates officiating. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Tabor Lutheran Memorial Fund through the funeral home. Parsley, Margaret Margaret "Dolly" Parsley - Pueblo Chieftain - February 24, 1998 - Margaret "Dolly" Parsley passed away Feb. 21, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy Parsley, in 1967. Survived by her children, Margie (Glenn) Sweany, Pueblo, Colo., Bonnie Joan (Walt) Cobine, Augusta, Ga., and Barbara Pickerel, Pueblo, Colo. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren, brother, Bud (Frances) Dodge, Springfield, Colo., and numerous nieces and nephews. Also preceded in death by five brothers, four sisters, two grandchildren and son-in-law, George Pickerel. Cremation, Almont Crematory. , Wednesday, 2 p.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Private inurnment at a later date. The family respectfully requests the omission of flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sharmar Memorial Garden Fund in care of the funeral home office. Parsons, Bedonna Bedonna "Donna" Parsons - Pueblo Chieftain - April 23, 2003 - Bedonna "Donna" Parsons, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and animal lover, 46, of Pickney Road, Rye, passed away April 19, 2003, after her long battle with A.L.S. She is survived by her husband, Don Parsons; two sons, Oakley Parsons, presently serving in the U.S. Navy, his wife, Sara, and daughters, Jasmine and Isabelle, and Sean Parsons, an honor student at the University of Northern Colorado; as well as her mother, Lola Johnson; step-dad, Bob Johnson; and two brothers, all of Connecticut; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Donna was a 1978 graduate of the University of Connecticut. She and her family returned to Colorado in 1997 to pursue her lifelong goal of raising horses. She worked for Columbia House from 1997 until its closing as a payroll coordinator. There will be a memorial service, 11 a.m. Saturday, April 26, 2003, at the family home at 6630 Pickney Road, Rye, with a gathering of family and friends to follow at Cafι Cuerna Verde at the Hollydot Golf Course in Colorado City. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please send a donation in her name to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, c/o the funeral home. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com Parsons, Della Irene Della Irene Parsons - Pueblo Chieftain - May 28, 2003 - Della Irene Parsons, 77, of Canon City, went to be with the Lord May 24, 2003, in Pueblo, after a lengthy illness. She was born Aug. 18, 1925, the seventh of 10 children to Fred and Myrtle (Drayer) Parsons in Fort Garland, Colo. She lived most of her life in Colorado, and worked as a dental assistant and office manager. She enjoyed gardening, and was an avid rock collector. Della is survived by sons, Fred (Joyce) Crounk, Hilary Elbert, both of Pueblo, David Elbert of Los Angeles; and daughter, Janet (Hollis) McFairen of Canon City; grandchildren, Debra Crounk, Hollis Jr. and Irene McFairen; great-grandchildren, Mystic Brown, Ryan Larson; sisters, Rosie Lamb of Grand Junction, Meg Parsons of Colorado Springs, Lola Humphreys of Canon City; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, son, Galvin Orey Crounk; siblings, Delbert, Allen, Edward, Nellie, Ellen and Elmer. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 29, in the Chapel of the Angels, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Parsons, Gladys D. Gladys D. Parsons - Pueblo Chieftain - July 23, 1975 - Gladys D. Parsons, July 22, 1975, in a local hospital after a short illness. She made her home with Mrs. Barbara Seibert, 402 Birdie Drive, Pueblo West. Sister of Mrs. Merle Bridwell, Englewood, Colo. Numerous nephews also survive. Born July 21, 1903, in Oklahoma. Pueblo resident since 1920. Owner of former Bluebird Restaurant and Topper Lounge & Grill from 1940 until retiring in 1971. Services 3 p.m. Thursday, Davis Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. William Cooper, pastor of St. Paul United Methodist Church, officiating. To Mt. View. Parsons, Jean M. Jean M. Parsons - Pueblo Chieftain - September 17, 2000 - Jean M. Parsons, 82, passed away Sept. 16, 2000, in Pueblo. Services will be held in Hugoton, Kan. Parsons, Nora Mrs. Nora Parson - Pueblo Chieftain - February 6, 1975 - Funeral services for Mrs. Nora Parsons, 79, will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Campbell Lewis-Swickard Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Masonic Cemetery. Mrs. Parson died Feb. 4, 1975, at Mt. San Rafael Hospital. She was born March 15, 1895, near Hoehne and was a lifelong resident of the area and the widow of pioneer cattleman Frank Parson, who died in 1952. The Parsons family operated a ranch west of Raton until 1914, when they moved to Weston, where they ranched for 60 years. Mrs. Parsons assisted in ranch management until retiring in 1971. She was a graduate of St. Joseph Academy, a member of Southern Colorado Livestock Association, a founder of the Stonewall Sunday School in the late 1930's, an organizer of Stonewall Community Church in 1947 and of the Camp Salvation Summer Bible School. Surviving are one son, Bob Parsons of Weston; four daughters, including Mrs. Shirley Barron of Stonewall; one brother, Clifford Coe of La Veta; three sisters. 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Parsons, Ollie Dewitt Ollie Dewitt Parsons - Pueblo Chieftain September 20, 2006 - Ollie Dewitt "O.D." Parsons. In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, Ollie Dewitt "O.D." Parsons, born in Welborn, Texas, on June 22, 1922, departed this life on Sept. 18, 2006. He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Dora Jean; parents, Anson LeRoy Parsons and Vera Mae Hopper; brothers, Raymond and Clifford Parsons. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Imogene, after 63 years of marriage; his loving son, John D. Parsons (Michelle); grandchildren, Tina (Brian) Boughton, Debra (James) Booth, Ryan A. Baker, John M. Parsons, Lauren M. Parsons; great-grandchildren, Alexis R. Booth and Mia J. Boughton. Ollie served in WWII as an Army aircraft mechanic and drill instructor. Upon returning from the war, he became a glazier working in the glass business for 45 years. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Church of Christ, Walsenburg. Interment, 2 p.m. Saturday, Imperial Memorial Gardens, Pueblo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of Christ in Walsenburg. Huerfano World - September 21, 2006 - In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, Ollie Dewitt "O.D." Parsons, born in Welborn, Texas, on June 22, 1922, departed this life on September 18, 2006. He is preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Dora Jean; parents, Anson LeRoy Parsons and Vera Mae Hopper; brothers, Raymond and Clifford Parsons. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Imogene after 63 years of marriage; his loving son, John D. Parsons (Michelle); grandchildren, Tina (Brian) Boughton, Debra (James) Booth, Ryan A. Baker, John M. Parsons, Lauren M. Parsons; great-grandchildren, Alexis R. Booth and Mia J. Boughton. Ollie served in WW II as an Army Aircraft Mechanic and Drill Instructor. Upon returning from the war he became a glazier working in the glass business for 45 years. Visitation Friday, September 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service Saturday, 10 a.m., at the Church of Christ in Walsenburg. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens at 2 p.m., in Pueblo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of Christ in Walsenburg. Parsons, Shawn Shawn Parsons - Pueblo Chieftain - August 03, 1997 - Shawn Parsons, 30, died Thursday, July 31, 1997, in Weston, Colo. Among his survivors are his parents, Larry and Vonna Parsons, sisters, grandparents and many other relatives. Service will be Wednesday, Aug. 6, 1997, at 10 a.m. at the Parsons Home in Weston, Colo. Friends wishing to do so may make a memorial contribution to the Southern Colorado AIDS Project or Sangre de Cristo Hospice in care of Campbell Lewis Mortuary. Parsons, Vonna Lily Vonna Lily Parsons - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home - July 18, 2003 - Vonna Lily Parsons, age 60, passed away on July 14, 2003 at home. She was born March 19, 1943, to Fred and Loraine Hector in Denver, Colo. She was raised in La Veta, Colo. where she attended La Vita High School. After her graduation she worked for about two years and eventually married Larry Parsons at the Stonewall Community Church on October 12, 1962. Vonna attended Colorado State University for two years until Larry graduated from engineering school. Vonna's major in college was home economics and her major focus in life was to make a comfortable, efficient and loving home for her family. She did work outside the home for a number of years as a receptionist, office manager for several companies in Washington, D.C., Maryland, North Dakota, San Luis Valley and Weston, where she was a Post Office clerk for several years. She served as the manager of the San Luis Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross until she and Larry moved to Weston in 1994. She was a CPR/First Aid Instructor, Disaster Instructor and volunteered time to assist members of the Armed Forces. She and Larry provided Red Cross Services to the Las Animas County area from 1994 until the Spanish Peaks Branch was formed in September 11, 1999, and as one of the individuals who organized the Branch served on the Council in a leadership position until her untimely death. She served as volunteer for the Red Cross for 20 years during that time witnessing many changes in the organization. Vonna also volunteered her time for the Stonewall Fire Department and served as secretary and president during the growth years of the Department until formation of the Fire Protection District. Vonna was active in the North Side Water Association, an organization formed to upgrade water supplies to Weston homes on the north side of the river. She also was instrumental in obtaining the signatures on a petition to DOT to improve highway 12 east of Primero School. She was a member of Cowbells where she served as secretary. She maintained her membership in Beta Sigma Phi for 40 years even though she was not active. Vonna's smile, her warm attitude toward people, her giving nature and her honesty was appreciated by all she met and worked with. She will be missed, but carried in the hearts of all those whose lives she touched. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Shawn Lawrence Parsons and brother Loren Hector. She is survived by her husband, Larry of the family home, daughter Lonetta Parsons of La Veta, adopted daughter Karen Giardunio of Longmont, nephew Rusty Joe (Teresa) Hector of Pagosa Springs, grandnephew Russell Benjamin Hector, grandniece Raley Hector and many other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, July 19 at 10:00 a.m. at the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Dave Cook will be officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the Red Cross/Spanish Peaks Branch or Stonewall Fire Department Auxiliary Scholarship Fund. The family of Vonna Lily Parsons has entrusted the arrangements to the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Partain, Michele Lynne Michele Lynne Partain - Pueblo Chieftain - November 27, 2001 - Funeral services for Michele Lynne Partain, 16, of Lake Jackson, formerly of Pueblo, will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2001, at 1:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Richwood. Burial will follow in Restwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, Nov. 26, 2001, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Palms Funeral Home. Michele was born Dec. 28, 1984, in Conroe, Texas, the first born to Walter and Sheryl Partain of Lake Jackson. Michele went to be with her personal Lord and Savior on Friday, Nov. 23, 2001. She was a junior at Brazoswood High School and a member of the Brazoswood choir and Lady Bucs Track Team. She worked at The Jade Shop of Lake Jackson. Michele was a Christian with a vibrant, personal relationship with Jesus. She was a faithful member of the FBC of Richwood where she was a member of the youth group and a Youth Praise team leader. She loved to sing about her Savior and shared her testimony through her gifts/talents with her church family and her friends. She had committed her life to do mission work and desired to serve as a medical missionary. She planned to attend Texas A&M to study pediatric medicine and then to serve as a medical missionary. She was also a Red Cross organ donor. Michele was her Daddy's princess and her mother's best friend. She was a wonderful big sister to her two brothers, Andrew and Jacob. Granddaughter of C.T. and Marion Partain of Belen, N.M., Allen and Peggy Cearley of Ruidoso, N.M.; niece of Ken and Susan Cearley and cousin of Jenny, Clay and Luke of San Angelo, Texas; David and Marlyn Partain and cousins Elicia and Jared of LaPlata, N.M.; Whylie and Melissa Welch and cousins Hunter, Andreya and Sierra of San Antonio; and the favorite niece of Paula Partain of Bremerton, Wash. She has two living great-grandmothers, Marie Burke of Austin, Texas, and Eva White of Seminole, Texas; and numerous cousins, relatives and friends. Michele's friends will serve as pallbearers: Marcus Walter, Jonathon Jones, Doug Jones, Blake Long, Joshua Crowley, Phillip Zapata, Phillip Riggs and Steve Slaughter. Honorary pallbearers will be the youth group of First Baptist Church of Richwood. Contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Richwood Youth Fund, 2400 Highway 288 B, Richwood, Texas 77531. Partin, Jeannine Marcelle Jeannine Marcelle Partin - Pueblo Chieftain - December 04, 1998 - Jeannine Marcelle Partin, 78, passed away Dec. 3, 1998. Survived by sons, James W.F. (Carole) Partin of Avondale, and Paddy Michael (Jennifer) Partin of Pueblo- grandsons, Matthew J.G. and Nicklas J.G. Partin of Avondale- brothers, Jack (Gloria) Weaver, Federal Wy., Wash., and Jim (Dorothy) Weaver, White Fish, Mont. Preceded in death by parents, Elmer and Margaret Weaver. Jeannine served in the US Army Nurse Corp. as a first lieutenant during World War II in France, and was a nursing supervisor at Parkview Hospital during the early 1960's. She was a lover of the outdoors and wildlife. Cremation at her request, no services will be scheduled. In lieu of food and flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Pueblo Boys and Girls Ranch, of which she had served as a Board Member. Partin, Paddy Michael Paddy Michael "Mike" Partin Pueblo Chieftain October 26, 2006 - Paddy Michael "Mike" Partin, 58, of Pueblo, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006, among his family after a lengthy illness. Mike was preceded in death by his mother, Jeannine Partin; father, Col. Walter Partin; and stepson, Dustin Valdez. He is survived by his brother, James (Carole) Partin; nephews, Matthew J. and Nicklas J. Partin; and numerous special friends whom Mike truly cherished. Being a true "free spirit," he did what he wanted, when he wanted. He loved his many trips on his Harley. His favorite destination was the annual Sturgis Rally in South Dakota. He was a lifetime member of the Local 9 Operating Engineers. Gathering, 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, at the Niche where he will be inurned at Roselawn Cemetery. The family of Mike would like to give a special thanks to the great staff at Minnequa Medicenter and Sangre de Cristo Hospice for the outstanding care they gave Mike. Please make donations in Mike's name to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Partridge, Richard L. Richard L. Partridge - Pueblo Chieftain - October 06, 1998 - Richard L. Partridge, 63, passed away Oct. 4, 1998. Services will be held in Garden City, Kan. Parvin, Luther C. Luther C. Parvin - Pueblo Chieftain - July 4, 1955 - Luther C. Parvin, Sunday at hospital. Husband of Margaret Parvin of the Annex Hotel at 104½ E. B. St. Father of Hazel Stout, Norwalk, Calif.; step-father of Louise Stricker, and Mary Gordon, both of Centralia, Ill. and Thomas White, of Hutchinson Kan. Grandfather of nine. Brother of George Parvin, of Roseville, Calif. And Harriet Hjelm, of Portland, Ore. Attend the Methodist Church. He operated the Annex Hotel. A resident of Pueblo since 1900. Service 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Davis Mortuary Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Henry Baker, pastor of St. Paul Methodist Church, officiating. To Mountain View. Pash, Max Max Pash - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Max Pash is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Max Pash as an Austrian, age 22, and single. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Passalaqua, Nicole Nicole "Nick" Passalaqua - Pueblo Chieftain - February 04, 1999 - Nicole "Nick" Passalaqua, 86, passed away Feb. 3, 1999. Survived by wife, Frances Passalaqua- children, Nick Passalaqua, Norma (Samuel) Warner, Buena Vista- seven granddaughters- five great-grandchildren- and sister, Leslie Patti. Preceded in death by one brother and three sisters. Funeral service, Friday, 2 p.m. at George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation through George McCarthy Funeral Home Passanante, Jack Jack Passanante - Pueblo Chieftain - August 17, 2002 - Jack Passanante, 83, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away Aug. 15, 2002. Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Jacqualyn Passanante; children, Paula (Joseph) Cacciatore of Raton, N.M., Lois (Ronnie) Gernon of Houston, Texas, Carl Thomas Passanante, and Jack (Kim) Passanante Jr., both of Pueblo; grandchildren, Brian Passanante of McHenry, Ill., Daryl and Michael Passanante of Las Vegas, Nev., Carl Joseph Passanante of Pueblo, Lauren Masias and Rhyan Passanante of Pueblo; Kristi Walker Lee of Houston, Texas; sister, Sarah (Mike) Coffee of Pueblo; sisters-in-law, Rose Passanante of Pueblo, Ann Garey of Milwaukie, Ore., Helen Moreno of Roseburg, Ore.; daughter-in-law, Pat (Rock) Lane of Las Vegas, Nev.; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Jack was born on Oct. 13, 1918, in Pueblo, and graduated from Central High School in 1937. Jack served two years in the Army during World War II. He retired from the CF&I as a millwright. Jack loved his family, his country, and his organizations, including the DAV Chapter 39, the Knights of Columbus Council 12720, the Dante Alighieri Society of Pueblo, La Famiglia Italiana and the Eagles Lodge No. 145. Jack was a devoted Catholic and a member of the Shrine of St. Therese where he worshiped his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Viewing will be held from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 19, Shrine of St. Therese, 300 Goodnight Ave., in Pueblo, followed by interment at Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. There will be a reception for friends and family at the Shrine of St. Therese parish hall following the interment. Passanante, Jacqualyn Jacqualyn "Jackie" Passanante - Pueblo Chieftain - February 12, 2003 - Jacqualyn "Jackie" Passanante, 76, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord Feb. 10, 2003. Born in Webb City, Mo., in 1926. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Jack; parents, Thomas and Lola Beatrice Mariott; brother and sister-in-law, Alfred and Louise Mariott; sister and brother-in-law, Lois and Bud Hall; and brother-in-law, Roy Moreno. Survived by children, Paula (Joe) Cacciatore of Raton, N.M., Carl Thomas Passanante, Jack (Kim) Passanante, both of Pueblo, Lois (Ronnie) Gernon of Highlands, Texas; grandchildren, Brian Passanante of McHenry, Ill., Daryl and Mike Passanante of Las Vegas, Nev., Carl Joseph Passanante of Pueblo, Kristi Lee of Houston, Texas, Lauren Masias of Philadelphia, Pa., Rhyan Passanante of Pueblo; great-grandchildren, Wyatt Austin Lee of Houston, Texas, Michael Chase Passanante of Las Vegas, Nev.; sisters, Helen Moreno of Woodinville, Wash., Ann Garey of Milwaukie, Ore.; sisters-in-law, Sarah (Mike) Coffee and Rose Passanante, both of Pueblo; daughter-in-law, Pat (Rock) Lane of Las Vegas, Nev.; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Jackie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be sadly missed. She was a member of the Eagles Lodge No. 145 Ladies Auxiliary and the Shrine of St. Therese. She enjoyed bowling, bingo, dancing and the Denver Broncos. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2003, at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 2003, at the Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Friends and family will be received at Imperial Gardens Reception Hall following the burial. A special thanks to the caring staff at Life Care Center of Pueblo. Passarelli, Alex L. Sr. Alex L. Passarelli Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - August 24, 1986 - Alex L. Passarelli Sr., 86, of Denver, formerly of Aguilar, died Aug. 21, 1986, in Denver. Mr. Passarelli was a longtime resident of Aguilar, a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and was retired from the Colorado State Highway Department. He is survived by sons, Frank (Anne) Passarelli, Denver; Alex (Margurite) Passarelli of Trinidad; Ben (Ida) Passarelli of Pueblo; daughters, Jenny Passarelli, Denver; Mary Sandoval, Denver; Nora (Jesse) Jones, Aguilar; sisters, Maggie Passarelli, Trinidad; and Josie (Matt) Vigil, Trinidad; 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday, noon to 2 p.m. at Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home and from 3 p.m. until time of rosary, 7 p.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Aguilar. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday at St. Anthony Church with Father Matt Lloyd celebrant. Interment, Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Richard Passarelli, Steven Passarelli, Joe Passarelli, Alan Passarelli, Kenny Jones, David Berg, and Mike Braun. Friends may call at the Alex Passarelli Jr. residence, 2634 Aguilar Drive, Trinidad. Contributions may be made to Trinidad Catholic Schools. Passarelli, Anna Anna Passarelli - Pueblo Chieftain - February 15, 1986 - Anna Passarelli, late of 1909 Belmont, died Feb. 12, 1986, at a local hospital. Predeceased by husband, Abe Passarelli, 1984. Survived by sons, John (Mary) Passarelli, and Duane (Emma) Passarelli, both of Pueblo; daughters, Anna (Alfred) Romero, Christina (Jess) Gonzales, Donna Trujillo, Evelyn (Felix) Lujan, and Terry Lance. Also survived by 24 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Passarelli will lie in state beginning at 9 a.m. Sunday. Rosary, 8 p.m. Sunday and funeral, 9 a.m. Monday, both services at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Trinidad. Family may be contacted at 718 Hainlen, Trinidad. Passarelli, James Michael James "Jim" Michael Passarelli - Rocky Mountain News - May 31, 1994 - James "Jim" Michael Passarelli, 39, of Denver died April 7 at Bella Vita Care Facility in Denver. A memorial Mass was April 9 at Holy Trinity Church in Trinidad, with burial in Trinidad's Masonic Cemetery. A memorial concert will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 5, at the St. Thomas Seminary Chapel, 1300 S. Steele St., in Denver. Mr. Passarelli was born Dec. 1, 1954, in Trinidad. He was a graphic artist and art director. He worked for Brock and Associates, Grant and Pollock and Barnhart and Co. before establishing the Passarelli Design Group in 1986. He was a member of the Art Directors Club of Denver. He is survived by his parents, Mike and Rose of Trinidad; one brother, Ron of Phoenix; and two sisters, Marie Nigrini of Walsenburg and Lanette Hines of Denver. Contributions: Alexander Foundation, P.O. Box 1995, Denver 80201. Passarelli, Jennie Jennie Passarelli - Pueblo Chieftain - August 19, 2001 - Age 79, of Denver, passed away Aug. 17, 2001. Born and raised in Aguilar, Colo., she spent her adult life in Denver. Retired from St. Joseph's hospital in Denver. Survivors include sister, Mary Sandoval, Denver; brothers, Frank (Ann) Passarelli, Alex Passarelli, Trinidad, and Ben (Ida) Passarelli of Pueblo; numerous special nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Also special brother, Phillip (Patsy) Martinez of Modesto, Calif. Burial, Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Rosary, 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, at the funeral home. Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Passarelli, Margarita E. Margarita E. Passarelli - Pueblo Chieftain - December 19, 1986 - Margarita E. Passarelli, 93, of Trujillo Creek, Colo., died Dec. 17, 1986, at the Trinidad State Nursing Home. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home and 3 to 7 p.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Aguilar. A rosary service will be held 7 p.m. today and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, both at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Interment, Trujillo Creek Cemetery, Trujillo Creek. Passementi, Martin Martin Passementi New Castle Nonpareil June 28, 1901 One of the six large boilers in the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company's air compressor at the Starkville mines near Trinidad blew up at 9 o'clock on the morning of the 7th, resulting in the death of Night Engineer William Pollard and Martin Passementi, fireman. Barney Cervelli, another fireman, was frightfully scalded and may die. Passero, Carolyn L. Carolyn L. "Carrie" Passero Pueblo Chieftain October 17, 2006 - Carolyn L. "Carrie" Passero, 61, passed away Oct. 15, 2006. Beautiful wife of 23 years and best friend of Ronald Passero. Also survived by her son, Bret (Tammy) Parks of Mazomanie, Wis.; mother, Toni (Henry) Skoczen of Pueblo; grandchildren, Morgan and Griffin Parks; stepsister, Cindy Frisby; stepbrother, Randy Skoczen; and best friend, Barbara Guerra of Pueblo. Carolyn was born July 25, 1945, in Jackson, Mich., but grew up in Pueblo, graduating from East High School and SCSC with a degree in psychology. She worked as a travel agent for over 20 years. Carrie was so proud of her grandchildren and also loved her pets, Jingles, Rio and Two Cents. She enjoyed cooking and decorating her beautiful home, especially with her dried flower creations. Carrie also was an avid Broncos fan. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006, Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Those who desire may make memorials to the Pueblo Animal Shelter through the funeral home. Passero, Edith M. Edith M. Passero - Pueblo Chieftain - October 25, 1998 - Edith M. Passero, 68, of Rye, passed away on Oct. 23, 1998. Born on Dec. 20, 1929. Preceded in death by a son, Chris Passero. Survived by her husband, Ernest Passero, of the family home in Rye- sons, Stephen (Carol) Passero, Edwin Passero and Eric (Jodie) Passero, all of Pueblo- daughters, Carol (Pat) Hopkins of El Paso, Texas, Lisa Marie (Steve) Jackson of Loveland and Jayme (Robert) Archuleta of Rye- brother, John Lindeman of Buena Vista- and sister, Esther Slayter of Sioux City, Iowa. Also survived by 20 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. No viewing, cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass, 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 1998, at Holy Family Church with Rev. Ben Bacino, celebrant. Relatives and friends will be received at the church hall after the Mass. Passig, Thomas Jay Sr. Thomas Jay Passig Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - May 24, 2004 - Thomas Jay Passig Sr., entered into rest May 21, 2004, in Avondale, Colo. He was born in La Junta, Colo., June 26, 1953. He was 51 years of age. Thomas is survived by his mother and stepfather, Abel and Dorothy Gomez of Sugar City; father, Paul Passig of Pueblo; and aunt, Gertie Daniel of Ordway; three sons; Thomas J. Passig Jr., Johnathon D. Passig and Steven P. Passig of Pueblo; brothers; Danny (Carol) Passig of Pueblo, Mike (Barbara) Passig of Eagle; sisters, Sandy (Daryl) Geringer of Sugar City and Paula Pacino of La Junta; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made through the funeral home, 921 Colorado Ave., La Junta, CO 81050. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 26, 2004, at the Valley View Cemetery in Ordway. Arrangements have been entrusted to the loving care of Johnson-Romero Funeral Home & Grooms Crematory. Pastiva, Stephen Sr. Steven Pastiva Sr. - Colorado Springs Gazette - September 29, 1998 - Steven Pastiva Sr., 78, a Walsenburg resident, died Sept. 26, 1998, at a care center in Walsenburg. He worked in the automotive industry in Michigan and as a police reserve officer in Salina, Kan. He served in the Army. Mr. Pastiva was born Sept. 4, 1920, in Flint, Mich. He was married Aug. 12, 1943, to Ester Detrixhe. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Stephen Jr. and Tracy; a daughter, Twyla Walter; four brothers; one sister; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Memorial Gardens Chapel, 3825 Airport Road. Inurnment will be at Peyton Cemetery. Pikes Peak Funeral & Cremation Services, is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Royal Rangers of Radiant Church, 4020 Maizeland Road, Colorado Springs 80909. Pastore, Rose A. Rose A. Pastore - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - October 04, 1990 - Rose A. Pastore, 84, of Colorado Springs died Wednesday at a local hospital. She was a homemaker. A rosary service will be held at 7 p.m. today at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2410 N. Cascade Ave. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. Gerald Bruggeman officiating. Swan-Law Funeral Home, 501 N. Cascade Ave., is handling arrangements. Mrs. Pastore was born May 18, 1906, in Huerfano County, to Abraham and Eduvigen (Aguirre) Medina. She lived in Colorado Springs for 27 years and was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Mrs. Pastore is survived by a daughter, Eve Mackiewicz of Colorado Springs; a brother, Manuel Medina of Pueblo; a sister, Ida Aguirre of Colorado Springs; 10 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. Pastrana, Annabelle Annabelle Pastrana - Pueblo Chieftain - April 06, 2005 - Annabelle Pastrana, 63, passed away April 3, 2005. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Service in Denver. Pate, Teddie Lee Teddie Lee Pate - Pueblo Chieftain - February 22, 2006 - Teddie Lee Pate, 65, of Pueblo West, lost his battle with Mesothelioma on Feb. 17, 2006. He was preceded in death by his father, Claude Patrick Pate. Survived by his wonderful mom, Marie Pate; his loving wife of 44 years, Christine; children, Deanie (Kelly Rossman) Pate, Tracy Pate-Pacheco and Jaymi (Elmer "Chico") Chavez; siblings, Patrick (Theresa) Pate, Delores Horton, Mike (Pam) Pate, Dave (Patty) Pate, Danny (Mickey) Pate and Cathy (Tony) Valdez; grandchildren, Steven, Kyle, Frankie, Jake, Gabby and Connor; great-grandchild, Cody; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and other relatives and friends. Ted graduated from Pueblo Catholic High School in 1957 and joined the Marine Corps at the age of 17. He served his country for four years and returned home to work at the CF&I Steel Mill for seven years, and then entered into the construction industry working for over 30 years for K.R. Swerdfeger and then working for his brother at Pate Construction until his illness consumed him. Ted had a beautiful soul. He was a dedicated and honorable man as a son, husband, father, grandfather, sibling and friend. Everyone who met him, loved him. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service, 4 p.m. Friday, Romero Chapel. Relatives and friends will be received at El Pueblo Museum, First and Grand Street, following the memorial service. Please join us in celebrating Ted's life. "Semper Fi." In lieu of food and flowers, if you would like, please donate to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (MARF) at 3944 State St., Suite 340, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105 in care of Ted's name. Paterson, Margaret E. Margaret E. Paterson - Grand Junction Daily Sentinel November 1990 Margaret E. Paterson May 30, 1914 to Nov. 12, 1990 Margaret Elizabeth Paterson of Palisade died Monday in Palisades Nursing Home. She was 76. She was a homemaker. She was born May 30, 1914, to John and Minnie (Fennell) Clark in Tiago. She spent her childhood on the Western Slope and attended school in Collbran. She married Mack Paterson. He died in 1978. She previously was married to Phil DeWitt. He died in 1954. She was a resident of the Collbran, Fruita, and Cedaredge areas. Mrs. Paterson was a Methodist. Survivors include a son, Russ DeWitt of Hugoton, Kan.; three daughters, Gwen Mallory of Grand Junction, and Irene Latham and Joyce Pell, both of Cedaredge; two brothers, Bob Clark of Alaska, and Jim Clark of Oregon; three sisters, Audrey and Dorothy Grant and Gertrude Mercer, all of Grand Junction; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. A son, James DeWitt, and a brother, Jack Clark, are deceased. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Elmwood Cemetery with the Rev. Alice Reimer-McKee officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery in Fruita. McClean Funeral Home in Fruita is in charge of arrangements. Patlogar, Cornelia Cornelia "Nell" Patlogar - Pueblo Chieftain - November 02, 2005 - Cornelia "Nell" Patlogar, 93, born Jan. 22, 1912, passed away Oct. 31, 2005. Survived by nieces, Sharon (Bob) Grady, Patricia Holtzman and Janet Manning; nephew, William (Patty) Patlogar, DVM.; great-nephews, Jeff Patlogar, William Patlogar Jr., Christopher Patlogar, Eugene Long Jr., Gary P. Manning Jr. and Rockford T. (Margo) Manning; and great-nieces, Tina (Joe) Bratina, Laurie (Jon) Pelc, Valerie (Kenneth) Matthews and Margaret Long. Also survived by great-great-nieces, Lauren Long, Riley Long and Rockelle Manning; great-great-nephews, Timothy E. Bratina, Geno M. Long, Steven Pelc, Nathaniel Manning and Donald Manning; sister-in-law, Marion Patlogar; and dearest friend, William Jackson, M.D. Preceded in death by brothers, Henry (Margaret) Patlogar and Edward Patlogar; and her parents, Joseph and Mary Patlogar. Nell was a hairdresser for 15 years and from 1947 to 1974, was a customer contact clerk for the Southern Colorado Power Co. A special thanks to the staff at Belmont Senior Care for their wonderful care of our "Aunt Nelli." Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, 2005, at Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Belmont Senior Care, 3 Douglas Court, Pueblo, CO, 81003. Patlogar, Marion J. Marion J. Patlogar Pueblo Chieftain September 11, 2006 - Marion J. Patlogar, 86, born May 12, 1920, in South Dakota, passed away Sept. 8, 2006. Predeceased by her husband, Edward Patlogar. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Holtzman and Janet Manning; grandchildren, Tina (Joe) Bratina, Rockford (Margo) Manning, Gary Manning; great-grandchildren, Tim Bratina, Nathaniel Manning, Donald Manning and Rockelle Manning. Marion was one of 15 children and is survived by her brothers, James Hevle, Larry Hevle; sisters, Iola Becuar and Lucille Wysuph; and numerous nieces and nephews; with special thanks and gratitude to her niece, Sharon Grady, and husband Bob for all of their love, care and support. Her family would also like to thank Sangre de Cristo Hospice, especially Sandy and Kim and all of the staff at Hospice House for their wonderful care. Marion worked at Dana Corp. for 24 years. Following her retirement she enjoyed doing volunteer work for her church. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in her memory. Patrick, Andrew Jr. Andrew (Boob) Patrick Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - January 22, 1997 - Andrew (Boob) Patrick Jr. was born in Walsenburg on June 18, 1903, to Andrew and Christina Patrick. He resided in the surrounding coal camps until he made his home in Walsenburg. He attended school until he was 14 and then began his 50-year coal mining career, mining at Rayme, Ideal, Lester, Pictou, Big 4 and the Allen Mine, where he retired at the age 64. He was a good father, grandfather and wonderful papa. He married Mary Visich on May 26, 1923, and they celebrated 65 years of marriage before she went to be with our Lord on Dec. 30, 1988. Surviving are son, Gerald (Clara) Patrick of Pueblo, daughter, Jeannette (Alvin) Booze of Prague, Neb.; grandchildren, Geraldine (Paul) Lyons of Colorado Springs, Thomas (Beatrice) Linscott of Longmont, Lillian (Ken) Medina, Linda Patrick and David (Louana) Patrick, all of Pueblo; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and his companion, Romper. Also preceded in death by his parents; son, Michael Eugene Patrick; grandson, Michael James Patrick; granddaughter, Diana Jean Patrick; sister, Bertha Ritz; and brothers, Jack, John, and Michael. Daddy, Poppi, Pa, Grandpa and Papa will be missed by all, Rosary, 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24, 1997, with Mass immediately following at St. Mary Church. Father Ben Bacino officiating. Interment, North St. Mary Cemetery. Huerfano World - June 15, 2000 - In Loving memory of Andrew Patrick Jr. on his birthday and Father's Day, June 18. Today you are 97 and you're not here with us....Sentiment continued. Sadly missed by, Your Loving Family - Huerfano World - January 17, 2002 - In Loving memory of Andrew Patrick Jr. who went to be with the Lord on January 21, 1997. - Sentiment - Sadly missed by your loving family Patrick, Caroline Caroline Patrick - Pueblo Chieftain - February 02, 1999 - Pearl Caroline Patrick, 91, longtime resident of Boone since 1955, died Monday, Feb. 1, 1999, in a Pueblo hospital. Preceded in death by her husband, Leo A. Patrick in 1984. Survived by son, Victor of Boone- daughter, Virginia of San Diego, Calif.- three grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, 1999, at Griffy Family Funeral Home in Fowler. Patrick, Francis Francis "Pat" Patrick - Pueblo Chieftain - December 17, 2001 - Francis "Pat" Patrick, age 88, beloved husband, devoted father and grandfather, passed away Dec. 12, 2001. Born Oct. 4, 1913, in New Brunswick, N.J., Pat was a resident of Pueblo since 1962. He retired from the Pueblo Army Depot where he was an inspector. He served in World War II in the European Theater as a staff sergeant, was a member of the 354th Fighter Group of the U.S. Army, and was also a member of the U.S. National Guard. Pat was predeceased by his parents, Alexander and Julia Patrick; brothers, Alexander, Paul and Joseph; and sister, Emsie. He is survived by his loving wife Marie, who would have celebrated 60 years of marriage with him on this Christmas day. He is also survived by his devoted daughter, Laurie Glasscock, and son-in-law, Gary Glasscock, of Boulder, Colo.; his most cherished granddaughters, Chelsea and Bree Glasscock; sister, Margaret Talak; and sister-in-law, Mary Patrick, both of Edison, N.J.; and favorite aunt, Emma Kovatch of Fords, N.J. Pat loved his God and church, his family and his country. He was a member of Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE). He enjoyed sharing stories with those he loved and was an avid Broncos, CU and Notre Dame football fan. Despite his poor health, Pat loved to laugh and enjoyed the playfulness of children. He will be sadly missed by those who knew him. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 19, 2001, Christ the King Church, the Rev. Michael DeSciose, celebrant, with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. At his request, cremation, Almont Crematory, with inurnment at Green Mountain Cemetery in Boulder, Colo., at a later date. Relatives and friends will be received at Christ the King Church Hall following the Mass. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Denver Children's Hospital or to a charity of the donor's choice. Patrick, Galena Alice Mrs. Galena Alice Patrick - Pueblo Chieftain - July 12, 1946 - Mrs. Galena Alice Patrick funeral service. Fitzroy Chapel Friday, 2:30 p.m., with the Rev. St. Elmo Nauman officiating, Adah Chapter O.E.S. will exemplify their ritualistic service at the chapel, Interment Mountain View. Patrick, Jessica Diane Jessica Diane "Jessie Dee" Patrick - Pueblo Chieftain - August 12, 2001 - Passed away unexpectedly, Aug. 9, 2001. She was born March 6, 1985, in Pueblo and attended South High School and worked part time at Subway. She is survived by parents, Linda (Frank) Salazar and James (Mary Ann) Keator; brothers, Jeremy and Jared Keator; and sister, Michelle Keator; grandparents, Gerald and Clara Patrick, whom she made her home with; and grandparents, Lowell and Neva Keator. Also survived by godfather and special uncle, David (Louana) Patrick; and godmother and special aunt, Gerri (Paul) Lyons; special cousin and best friend, Shawna Pantleo; and other cousins, Stephanie and Nicole Lyons, Tristan and Michael Patrick, Ashley and Tommi Espinoza; as well as numerous other uncles, aunts and cousins. Preceded in death by aunt Diana and uncle Michael Patrick. She was a member of Shrine of St. Therese Catholic Church, where a funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 13, 2001. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. A reception will be held in the parish hall following the interment. The family may be contacted at 3600 Lancaster Drive. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at Imperial Funeral Home Patrick, Mary Mary Patrick - Huerfano World - January 5, 1989 - Mary Patrick, 84, of Walsenburg, died Dec. 30, 1988, in St. Mary Corwin Hospital from heart failure brought on by pneumonia. Born in Walsenburg Dec. 15, 1904, she was reared in the Yellowstone area where her father and mother, the late Pete and Martha Visich, farmed and ranched. She married Andrew Patrick May 26, 1923. Mrs. Patrick is survived by her husband, Andrew, Walsenburg; a daughter, Jeannette Booze, Prague, NE; a son, Gerald Patrick, Pueblo; a brother, George Visich, Westminster; three sisters, Annie Naranjo and Pauline Yacconi, Pueblo and Rose Schafer, California; five grandchildren, four great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, from St. Mary Church. Burial was in North St. Mary Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of arrangements. Patrick, Michael Eugene Michael Eugene Patrick - Huerfano World - August 13, 1992 - In Memoriam - In Loving Memory of Michael Eugene Patrick who died 23 years ago August 14, 1969. - Verse - Sadly missed by your loving family. Patrick, Omar W. Omar W. Patrick - Pueblo Star Journal - May 31, 1949 - Omar W. Patrick, former Pueblo Policeman. Funeral Wednesday at 3 p.m. under the auspices of Silver States Lodge 95, AF&AM, in courtesy to Censer Lodge 172 of Macon, Mo. Interment at Mountain View cemetery. Patrick, Rita Rita Patrick - Pueblo Chieftain - November 11, 2006 - Sister Rita Patrick dies at age 91 - Rita Patrick, 91, a member of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, was buried Monday in the cemetery at her community's motherhouse in Mount St. Joseph, Ohio. She died Nov. 2. The Trinidad native, born Philomena Patrick, entered the convent in 1937 and spent 33 years in education, teaching in Ohio, Michigan, New Mexico and Colorado. She was semi-retired at St. Elizabeth retirement home in Colorado Springs until 1995 when she returned to the motherhouse in Cincinnati, where she joined the community's ministry of prayer. Memorials may be made in her name to the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati Retirement Fund, 5900 Delhi Rd., Mount St. Joseph, OH 45051. Patrick, William Herbert William Herbert Patrick - Pueblo Chieftain - August 11, 1948 - William Herbert Patrick at a Colorado Springs hospital. Aug. 10. Survived by two brother, O.W. Patrick, Pueblo, and L.G. Patrick, of Tampa, Fla. Body will lie in state at Remple Funeral Home, Colorado Springs, Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funeral service at Fitzroy Chapel, 3:30 p.m. Friday. He was a member of Censer Lodge, 172; A.F. & A.M. Pueblo Lodge 17 will exemplify the ritualistic service at graveside in Mountain View Cemetery, in courtesy to his home lodge in Mason, Mo. Pattee, James J. Jr. James J. Pattee Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 1986 - Dr. James J. Pattee Jr., 67, of Colorado Springs, died Oct. 29, 1986, at St. Francis Hospital. Born Oct, 22, 1919, in Pueblo to James and Helen (Putnam) Pattee Sr. He was an area resident since 1958. Attended Harvard College, University of Chicago Medical School and University of Colorado Medical School. Married Barbara Klindt on Oct. 3, 1964, in Colorado Springs. Served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was an Army physician. He was awarded the Bronze Star in Korea. President of County Medical Society during 1964 and 1965. Was on the past board of directors of Blue Shield. Member of First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs. Dr. Pattee served as a physician since 1944. Survived by wife: two sons, James J. Pattee III of Albuquerque, N.M., and Richard W. Pattee, Loveland; four daughters, Barbara A. Young, Borrego Springs, Calif., Nancy Pattee Malitz, Colorado Springs, Elizabeth A. Pattee, Riverside, Calif., Amy Frances Pattee, Colorado Springs; two sisters, Frances Healy, Denver, and Janet Kenyon, Pueblo; and two grandchildren. Service, 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs, with the Rev. J. M. Jordan officiating. Cremation. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery, Pueblo. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 559 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, Colo., 80903. Patten, Mary Mrs. Mary Patten - Pueblo Chieftain - September 13, 1925 - Mrs. Mary Patten, age 81 years, died September 12 at the residence, 511 Broadway. Body at the Geo. F. McCarthy Funeral Home. Pueblo Chieftain - September 13, 1925 - Mrs. Mary Patten, age 81 years, a resident of the city for the past twelve years, died at an early hour Saturday morning at the home of her daughter, 511 Broadway. She was a member of the Christian Church. Mrs. Patten had been in ill health for several years and her death although not entirely unexpected, will come as a shock to her many friends. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Jeanie Dryson of Youngstown, Ohio; Mrs. Edna Denman of Grand Junction, Colo., and Mrs. Maude Medaris of 411 Broadway, Pueblo; two brothers, Ogden Roe and Wallace Rose of Ohio. Burial will be made at La Veta, the hour to be announced on the arrival of relatives. Geo. F. McCarthy service. Patterson, David D. David D. Patterson - Pueblo Chieftain - November 02, 1999 - David D. Patterson, 39, of Madison, Wis., formerly of Colorado Springs, passed away Oct. 25, 1999. He attended schools in Littleton, Westcliffe and Colorado Springs. He graduated from Doherty High School in Colorado Springs. He is predeceased by his father, L. David Patterson; and grandparents, J.W. and Helene Patterson. He is survived by his wife, Jessica; son, Patrick Patterson, both of Madison, Wis.; three daughters; mother, Bonnye (Kenneth) White of Pueblo West; brother, John Patterson of Highlands Ranch; sisters, Mary (Danny) Wagoner of Cypress, Texas, and Elizabeth Patterson; grandparents, Otis and Mary Madden of Pueblo. Cremation in Madison, Wis. Services will be at a later date. Arrangements by Adrian Comer Pueblo West. Patterson, Donald Donald Patterson - Pueblo Chieftain - April 19, 1986 - Donald Patterson, April 18, 1986, 836 Jackson. Husband of Edna Patterson. Father of Jacqueline Postelwait, Fountain, Donald Wayne Patterson, San Miguel, Mexico, Dean Miller, Tucson, Ariz., and David Miller of Colorado Springs. Brother of Ruby Baker, Pontiac, Ill., and Harold Patterson, Dallas City, Ill. Nephew of Margaret Krieg of Dallas City. Also survived by Glenn Park, Pueblo; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Patterson was retired as a custodian of Keating Middle School and operated Don's Lawnmower. He was a Veteran of WW II, serving in the U.S. Navy. Graveside services, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Mountain View Cemetery. Please omit donations of food. Patterson, Elizabeth Marie Elizabeth Marie Buku Patterson - Huerfano World - August 16, 2007 - Elizabeth Marie Buku Patterson, 93, passed away August 10, 2007. Survived by her children, Roy "Bud" (Diana) Patterson, Sharon Roush and Lana (Chuck) Lipich, all of Pueblo; sisters, Mary Oakleaf of Pueblo, Irene (Albert) Mismash of Pueblo and Sophie Mulkey of Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Mark Patterson, Brenda (Shawn) Winters, Kelly Hudgens (Roy Sanders), Kurt Hudgens, Laura Lipich and Sara Lipich; great-grandchildren, Chelsea Frantz, Michael Winters and Matthew Winters; and step-grandchildren, Tom (Valinda) Roush, Dave (Marianne) Roush, Richard (Debra) Roush and Kay DeCristina (Jack Ahlin), and their families. Preceded in death by her husband Roy Earl Patterson; parents, Mike and Mary Buku; and brother, Lt. Mike Buku, USAF. Elizabeth was born November 3, 1913, in Duquesne, Pennsylvania, and grew up near Colorado's Spanish Peaks. Elizabeth graduated from Huerfano County High School. As the matriarch of the family, she enjoyed holidays and sewing and was a great cook. Her family was her greatest joy. She loved the mountains and was a very compassionate, caring person to all. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service, 4 p.m., Friday, August 17, 2007, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Memorials may be made to the Pueblo Animal Shelter through the funeral home. The Greenhorn Valley View - August 22, 2007 - Elizabeth Marie (Buku) Patterson, a Colorado City resident until recently, passed away Aug. 10, 2007, at Life Care Center in Pueblo. She was born Nov. 3, 1913, in Duquesne, PA, but grew up near the Spanish Peaks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Earl Patterson; parents, Mike and Mary Buku; and brother, Lt Mike Buku, USAF. She is survived by: her children, Roy "Bud" (Diana) Patterson, Sharon Roush, and Lana ("Chuck") Lipich; sisters, Mary Oakleaf, Irene (Albert) Mismash and Sophie Mulkey; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, including Kelly Hudgens (Roy Sanders) and Chelsea Frantz of Colorado City; and four step-grandchildren and their families. Elizabeth graduated from Huerfano County High School. She was blessed with a beautiful singing voice, loved the mountains and was a caring, compassionate person to all. Memorials may be made to the Pueblo Animal Shelter through the Montgomery - Steward Funeral Home in Pueblo, where cremation and services have taken place. Patterson, Ephraim Ephraim Patterson Pueblo Colorado Daily Chieftain June 21, 1874 Ephraim Patterson was killed by Tom. Quinlan, in a quarrel about the latter's mules trespassing on the formers pasture, at Gomer's mill Bijou Basin. Patterson, Hector Hector Patterson - Huerfano World - February 15, 2001 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1925: Died, Hector Patterson, 70, one of the consulting designers of the Huerfano County courthouse and builders of the Presbyterian Church. He was buried in Gardner. [Editor's Note: Hector Patterson died in February 1925. Obituary listed World Independent, February 20, 1925, Page 1.] Patterson, Helen L. Helen L. Patterson - Pueblo Chieftain - June 03, 2002 - Helen L. Patterson was born Nov. 15, 1903, in Rocky Ford, Colo., to David and Addie Lee, the youngest of 10 children. She died June 1, 2002, in Pueblo. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Homer Patterson, in 1947; and her daughter, Ila Youtsey, in 1999. She is survived by her sons, Norman (Ruth) Patterson and James (Nancy) Patterson; grandchildren, Gayle (Jerry) Parker, Joyce (Tom) Parr, Sherry Youtsey, Peggy (Bill) Eaks, Cindy (Richard) Leach, Tamey (Mike) Foulk, Rick (Kathy) Patterson, Jeff (Jennifer) Patterson, Mike (Dawn) Patterson; 17 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Helen was head cook at Pueblo County High School from 1953 until 1966 and is still fondly remembered by many former students. She still indulged in her love of pie baking right to the end. In her younger days, she enjoyed many forms of needlework and playing the piano. Helen also loved babies and, to her, to see a baby was to hold it. Helen was one of Jehovah's Witnesses and looked forward to the time when those sleeping in death will be resurrected to life on earth. Until that time, she will be missed. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 5, 2002, at 1 p.m. in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 523 Pitkin Ave. Patterson, June June Patterson - Pueblo Chieftain - December 12, 2004 - June Patterson passed away Dec. 10, 2004, after a brief illness. Survived by her daughters, Gay Lawrence of Papua, New Guinea, Verna VanMeter of Pueblo, Pat Patterson of Pueblo; seven grandchildren; sister, Donna Riley of Escondido, Calif.; brothers, Leo Krater of Pueblo, Jim Krater of Escondido, Calif. and Ken Krater of Altoona, Pa.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Bill "Pat" Patterson; and son, Leslie Patterson. June was a faithful Bible teacher and active member of Grace Baptist Church during the 1960s and 1970s. At her request, there will be no viewing. Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, at Imperial Memorial Gardens. We are thankful for the hope we have in Christ. "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that who ever believes in Him, should not perish, but have everlasting life." (John 3:16) Patterson, Mae Mae Lochard Patterson - Pueblo Chieftain - April 28, 1987 - Mae Lochard Patterson, 97, died Monday, April 27, 1987, in Trinidad. She came to Las Animas County about 1908, where she lived until her passing. Mae was united in marriage in 1909 to Thomas B. Lochard. He preceded her in death in 1921. She later was married to B.F. Patterson, who preceded her in death in 1965. She was preceded in death by her son, Jack, in 1968. Survived by daughter-in-law, Caroline Lochard, Trinidad; grandson, Charles (Joann) Lochard, Trinidad; eight great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; niece, Marie McIntyre, Trinidad, and other nieces and a nephew in the Salida-Canon City area. Service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, April 30, at Campbell-Lewis-Cotter & Sons Funeral Home, with the Rev. David Neil officiating, followed by interment at Masonic Cemetery. Patterson, Martha Topping Mrs. Martha Topping Patterson - Walsenburg World-Independent - March 20, 1944 - Mrs. Martha Topping Patterson, 83, a resident of Walsenburg and Huerfano County for 60 years, prior to moving to California, died in a Los Angeles hospital Saturday. She was born Dec. 27, 1860. A former resident of Pictou, she moved to California 19 years ago, where she lived since. She was the youngest of 15 children, all of whom preceded her in death. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Janet Marshall of Walsenburg; Mrs. Martha Bell of Torrance, Calif.; and Mrs. Lilly Stout of Ventura, Calif.; two sons, one of Klamath, Fall, Ore., and another of Cokedale, Colo.; twenty grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. The body will arrive here later, accompanied by children, and announcement will be made by the Unfug-Peet mortuary. Death Certificate - March 1944 - Taken from Death Certificate for Martha Patterson, Registrar's No. 5228. Place of death - Los Angeles, CA, Los Angeles County / General Hospital / 1200 N. State Street. Date of Death - March 18, 1944, 5:15 P.M. In hospital one month and 16 days; in U.S. 60 years - has resided at 3501 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. Husband (deceased) - Archie Hamilton Patterson Birthday of deceased (Martha) Dec 27, 1860; age at death 83 years, 2 months, 21 days. Birthplace - England, unknown city. Name of Father - Henry Topping, born England, city unknown. Name of Mother - Mary Simpson, born Scotland, city unknown. John T. Patterson informed coroner. Body moved to Walsenburg, Colorado, Masonic Cemetery, March 24, 1944. Funeral Director - Inglewood Beaver Mortuary. Immediate cause of death - Arteriosclerotic heart disease with auricular fibrillation and acute cardiac insufficiency. Other conditions - right femoral embolism." No autopsy. Contributed by Zale: dandz1@comcast.net Patterson, Mr. Mr. Patterson Boulder County News September 14, 1870 Mr. Patterson, a cattle dealer, well known to the stock men of this county, died suddenly of heart disease, last week, in Pueblo. Patterson, Paublita E. Paublita E. Patterson Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 1997 - Paublita E. Patterson, 90, passed away Oct. 29, 1997. Survived by her children, Pastor John J. (Viola) Patterson, Denver, Josephine (Joe) Archuleta, Pueblo, Pastor Robert James (Lucille) Patterson, Denver, Bishop Fred O. (Sophia) Patterson, Pueblo, Elmer (Rosalie) Patterson, Pueblo, Leroy (Jennie) Patterson, Denver, Richard (Annie) Patterson, Pueblo, Floyd (Linda) Patterson, Denver, Juanita (Dean) Walston, Denver, David (Joyce) Patterson, Pueblo, Billy (Rose) Patterson, Pueblo, Charles (Nicole) Patterson, Security, and Arlene (Angelo) Garcia, Denver. Also survived by 53 grandchildren, 76 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, William J. Patterson Sr. on Aug. 22, 1993, and son, Rocky Patterson on April 8, 1983. Born June 7, 1907, in Fort Collins, Colo. She will lie in state from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Services will be held at The Good Shepherd Church, 1216 E. Beech St. with the prayer service at 7 p.m. today and funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Robert Montoya officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Those who desire may make memorials to the Pikes Peak Hospice through the funeral home office. Patterson, Samuel Samuel Patterson Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain October 23, 1879 Mr. Samuel Patterson died at the residence of his son, J. Decatur Patterson, on the Upper Huerfano, yesterday at quite an advanced age. The deceased was a native of Georgia and was the means of inducing many people from that state to settle in Colorado. He had many friends, and wherever known was highly respected. Patterson, Thomas Thomas Patterson Yuma Pioneer September 24, 1909 Trinidad, Colo. Thomas Patterson, formerly superintendent at Sopris for the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company, and one of the best known coal miners of this section, is dead at Oakland, Cal., of Bright's disease, according to news received here. The body will be buried here and the funeral will be in charge of the Masons. Patterson, Willard Willard Patterson - Pueblo Chieftain - September 11, 1935 - In Memoriam - In sad and loving memory of our son and stepson, Willard Patterson, who passed away one year ago. (verse). Father and Step-mother - Mrs. And Mrs. Ollie Patterson. Patti, Anthony Anthony "Tony" Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - November 28, 1997 - Anthony "Tony" Patti, affectionately known as PAPO. Born March 17, 1913, in Plaquemine, La., passed away Nov. 26, 1997, in Pueblo, Colo. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Nellie- children, Phyllis Marie (Charles Jr.) Colletti and John Angelo (Rose Marie) Patti- grandchildren, Sheryl (Donald) Robson, Carol (James) Ruggieri, Chuck (Shelly) Colletti, Anthony (Dawn) Colletti, Michael Patti and Michelle Patti- six great-grandchildren- brothers, John (Theresa) Patti and Angelo (Elsie) Patti- and sisters, Pat (Don) Fellion and Rose Ford. Numerous nieces, nephews and friends also survive. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph (Phillipa) Patti- brothers, Lawrence, Sam and Charles Patti- and sister, Mary Clementi. Mr. Patti owned and operated Patti's Restaurant with his brother, Angelo, from 1936 to 1984. Mr. Patti was a member of St. Joseph Church, Blende, Footprinters, Pueblo Chamber of Commerce and Colorado Restaurant Association. He also enjoyed farming and ranching in the Pueblo area. Funeral Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Joseph Church, Blende. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Viewing, noon until 8 p.m. Friday, George McCarthy Funeral Home. Family will receive friends at the family home. Patti, James Joseph Sr. James Joseph Patti, Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - January 28, 2000 - James Joseph Patti Sr., age 49, passed away Jan. 26, 2000. Beloved husband of Judy. Survived also by his daughter, Amy; his sons, Anthony (Shannon), Aaron, Chris (Edie) and James Joseph Jr. (Melissa); mother and father, Elsie and Angelo Patti; and mother-in-law, Viola Latchaw. Grandfather of Joey, Lauren, Morgan, Vincent, Gino and Kennedy. Also survived by sister, Barbara (John) Droessler; nephew, Mike (Heather); seven sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and close dear friends. Jim was born and raised in Pueblo, graduated from Roncalli High School and later graduated from SCSC (USC). Judy and Jim were married in 1974, and owned and operated Patti's Restaurant as well as J. Patti Construction, where he built over 100 homes including his own and performed countless remodeling jobs. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Vineland, enjoyed CU football games, enjoyed hosting his annual Super Bowl party and taking trips to Las Vegas. Jim will be missed dearly and always remembered for the numerous times he touched lives in a special way, the things he could do that others could not even imagine, his honesty and most of all his love and concern that he gave to his family and so many others in this world. Visitation, Friday, 2 p m. to 5 p.m., at the funeral home. Rosary, Friday, 7:30 p.m., and funeral Mass, Saturday, 9:30 a.m., Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to Right To Life in care of the funeral home office. Patti, John John Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - July 12, 2006 - John Patti, 83, passed away July 10, 2006. Born April 10, 1923, in Pueblo, to Samual and Laura Patti, who predeceased him; along with his loving wife of over 50 years, Kathryn Patti; children, William and Charlotte; and siblings, Jenny Spitz, Lawrence Patti, Marie Vidmar, Savior Patti, Elizabeth Oakley and Samual Patti. Survived by his son, James; grandchildren, Kelly Grube, Kristal Patti, Bryan Patti, Stephan Patti, Bobbie Jo Patti; great-grandchildren, Kenneth, Devinne, Jonathan Flarity, Braxton Patti, William Grube; and sisters, Matildia Nedelcheff and Margie Cardinaly. John served in the U.S. Army and later worked for District 60. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Pueblo Chieftain - July 14, 2006 - John Patti. Also predeceased by uncle, Joe Patti. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Patti, John P. John P. "J. P." Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - March 10, 2004 - John P. "J. P." Patti, 87, born May 1, 1916, in Plaquemine, La., passed away March 8, 2004. Preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Theresa M. (Brothers) Patti, in September of 2000; brothers, Sam, Lawrence, Charles and Tony; sister, Mary Clementi; and nephew, Jimmy Patti. Survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and David Cristelli; grandson, Tony (Stacy) Cristelli; granddaughter, Gina Cristelli; and great-grandson, Nicolas Cristelli. Also survived by his brother, Angelo (Elsie) Patti; sisters, Pat Fellion and Rose Ford; sister-in-law, Margaret (John) Giardino; brother-in-law, Ernest Brothers; and numerous nieces and nephews. John moved to Colorado with his family in 1921. He was very proud of the fact that he and his brothers sold newspapers on the street corners in Downtown Pueblo from the time he was a small child. He and his brothers started in the restaurant business as teen-agers and went on to own the Pick-a-Rib in 1936. In 1941, J. P. opened Johnny's Bar-B-B-Q on 27th and Elizabeth streets. He closed the restaurant to go into the Army, but re-opened it after World War II. He married Theresa in 1946 and they both ran Don's Cafι and then opened the 2 and 9 Bar and Grill in 1952. In 1958, he opened the Fireside Restaurant on Highway 50 where he and Theresa ran it until their retirement in 1972. J.P. loved to cook for his family until his death. He was one of the Broncos first season ticket holders. His pride and joy was his grandchildren. He was a lifetime member of Pueblo Elks No. 90 (BPOE), Pueblo Footprinters Association, and the VFW. Viewing, 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, St. Pius X Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Patti, Kathleen R. Kathleen R. (Delliquadri) Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - August 23, 2002 - Kathleen R. (Delliquadri) Patti. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Aug. 24, 2002, Roselawn Chapel, reception following. Kathleen was born Aug. 16, 1940, in Pueblo, Colo., and had lived in Cheyenne, Wyo., for 27 years. She was a 1958 graduate of Central High School, a 1960 graduate of Pueblo College and a 1970 graduate of SCSC. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Patti Jr.; sons, Kurt (Kellie), Scott (Priscilla) and Marc (Peg); daughter, Jo Lyn (Tom) Jordan; and nine grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nicholas and Josephine Delliquadri. Patti, Leslie Alice Leslie Alice Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - July 13, 2005 - Leslie Alice Patti, 89, passed away July 9, 2005, at her home. Born June 15, 1916, in Lime, Colo., to Guiseppe and Carminella Passalaqua, who preceded her in death along with two brothers and three sisters. Survived by her son, Joseph (Sandy) Patti Jr.; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Leslie was a department store manager for Vincent's for 37 years. Visitation, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Thursday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Patti, Nell Nell Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - September 15, 2003 - Nell Patti, 89, prominent Mesa resident, affectionately known to friends and family as "Mamo" was called to her heavenly home Sept. 12, 2003. She is survived by daughter, Phyllis (Chuck) Colletti; son, John (Rose Marie) Patti; grandchildren, Sheryl (Donald) Robson, Carol (Jim) Ruggieri, Chuck (Shelly) Colletti, Tony (Edi) Colletti, Mike and Michelle Patti; seven great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Also survived by brothers-in-law, John Patti and Angelo (Elsie) Patti; and sisters-in-law, Pat Fellion and Rose Ford. She is predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Anthony Patti (1997); and two sisters; Lucy Bravo and Mary Radosta. Her greatest love was her family and cooking for them no matter how large the group. She enjoyed her grandchildren on a daily basis. Nell and Tony were co-owners of Patti's Restaurant for 46 years with Tony's brother, Angelo; and his wife, Elsie Patti. The family extends a special thanks to "Mamo's" wonderful caregivers: Kim, Della, JoAnn, Judy and Karen. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. today; family present 2 to 4 p.m. Rosary, 7 p.m. Monday, St. Joseph's Church. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Tuesday. Donations may be made to St. Joseph's Church through the funeral home. Patti, Theresa M. Theresa M. (Brothers) Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - September 12, 2000 - Theresa M. (Brothers) Patti, passed away Sept. 10, 2000, after a six-month illness. Born Nov. 15, 1916, to Chester and Anna Brothers. Mrs. Patti is survived by her husband of 53 years, John P. Patti; and daughter, Patricia A. (David) Cristelli. Grandmother of Tony (Stacy) Cristelli and Gina Cristelli. She is also survived by her sister, Margaret (John) Giardino; brothers, Ernest Brothers and Angelo (Angela) Brothers; sisters-in-law, Pat (Don) Fellion, Rose Ford and Nell Patti; and brother-in-law, Angelo (Elsie) Patti; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members. Theresa and Johnny ran the Fireside Restaurant from 1958 until their retirement in 1972. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, and was an avid Rockies and Broncos fan. Visitation Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 10 a.m., St. Pius X Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any animal shelter of the donor's choice in care of the funeral home office. Patti, Virginia S. Virginia S. Patti - Colorado Springs Gazette - December 15, 1991 - Virginia S. Patti, 85, of Rogers, Ark., died Dec. 12, 1991, in Rogers. She was a nurse's aid at Fort Carson for 20 years. Services will be held Monday in Rogers. Callison-Lough Funeral Home, Rogers, is handling arrangements. Mrs. Patti was born Sept. 17, 1906, in Pueblo to Angelo and Calocera (Falcone) DiSalvo. She had lived in Colorado Springs until 1970. Mrs. Patti was married to Lawrence Patti, who is deceased. She is survived by a son, Joseph E. of Rogers; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Patti, William Samuel William (Bill) Samuel Patti - Pueblo Chieftain - November 18, 2004 - William (Bill) Samuel Patti, 54, passed away at his home in Granbury, Texas, Nov. 15, 2004. Preceded in death by mother, Kathryn L. Patti, brother, Benjamin L. Patti and sister, Charlotte C. Patti. Survived by loving wife of 32 years, Pauline Patti, daughter, Bobbie Jo Patti, father, John Patti of Granbury, Texas, brother, James L. Patti of White Oak, Texas, nieces Kelly C. (Patti) Grube of Kingwood Texas and Kristal L. (Patti) Flarity of Pueblo, Colo., nephews, Bryan J. Patti, Stephen J. Patti, both of White Oak, Texas, great-niece, Devinne Flarity and great-nephews, Kenneth Flarity, Jonathan Flarity and Braxton Patti. Bill had served in the Navy and had retired from the Texas Dept. of Criminal Justice. Memorial services will be held at Martin's Funeral Home, Granbury, Texas, today, at 2 p.m. Pattie, Julia M. Julia M. Pattie - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2000 - Julia M. Pattie, 83, of La Junta, former Holly area resident, died Jan. 14, 2000. Survived by son, Charles W. (Teresa) Pattie of Rocky Ford; granddaughters, Tienne and Niesha Pattie, LeAnn (Mike) Sharpe and children, and Amy Williams and children. She was preceded in death by husband, William F. Pattie. Services, 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Peacock Memorial Chapel. Graveside service, 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Holly Cemetery. Pattison, Dorothy Lee Dorothy Lee Pattison - Pueblo Chieftain - September 03, 2001 - Age 75, passed away Sept. 1, 2001, in Pueblo. Survived by her husband, Cliff Pattison, of the family home in Rye, Colo.; daughters, Lorna (Dave Grooms) Pattison of Conifer, Colo., and Jean (David) Howe of Sand Springs, Okla.; granddaughter, Lydia Jo Howe of Sand Springs, Okla.; loving companion, her dog, Jorj; and many, many friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Percy and Irma (nee Porter) Serviss; and grandparents. Dorothy was born March 30, 1926, in Lamont, Okla. Dorothy and Cliff were married May 1, 1955, in Tonkawa, Okla. She graduated from Central State University in Edmond, Okla., earned her master's degree from Tulsa University and was a business instructor for 27 years. Her loving family came first. Her hobbies included genealogy, sewing and traveling. Dorothy was a collector of dolls, spoons and family antiques. She was a theater and arts council volunteer. She was also a member of D.A.R., Dames of the Magna Carta, The Mayflower Society and Clan McGregor. Dorothy was a co-founder of Greenhorn Valley Players and president of the Greenhorn Valley Arts Council. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2001, at Rye Methodist Church, with Rev. Leslie Barnett officiating. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery in Rye. Those who desire may make memorials to Greenhorn Valley Players through the funeral home. "And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest!" - Pueblo Chieftain William Shakespeare's Hamlet. ****Greenhorn Valley News - September 7, 2001 - Co-Founder of GV Players Is Laid To Rest - Dorothy Lee Pattison, 75, known for her role as President of the Greenhorn Valley Arts Council, and a tremendous volunteer to the arts, passed away September 1, 2001 after a lengthy illness. Dorothy is survived by husband, Cliff Pattison of Rye, daughters, Lorna (Dave Grooms) Pattison of Conifer, CO, and Jean (David) Howe of Sand Springs, OK; granddaughter, Lydia Joe Howe of Sand Springs; loving companion Jorj (her dog); and many, many friends in the Greenhorn Valley and elsewhere. Dorothy was born March 30, 1926 in Tonkawa, OK. She graduated from Central State University in Edmond, OK, earned a master's degree from Tulsa University and was a business instructor for 27 years. Her loving family came first. Her hobbies included genealogy, sewing and traveling. She was a collector of dolls, spoons and family antiques; aside from being a volunteer in the theater and arts in Rye. She was also a member of D.A.R, Dames of the Magna Carta, the Mayflower Society, and Clan McGregor. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, September 4, 2001 at the Rye Methodist Church with Rev. Leslie Barnett officiating. Burial was at Brookside Cemetery in Rye. Those who wish may make memorials to the Greenhorn Valley Players, PO Box 424, Rye, CO 81069. Patton, Annabelle Annabelle Patton - Pueblo Chieftain - April 03, 2004 - Annabelle Patton, 90, passed away April 1, 2004. She is preceded in death by her husband, Victor F. Patton in 1996; children, Victor (Rita) Patton, Dixie (Leonard) Mager, Beverly (Albert) Silengo; also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; numerous other relatives and special friends, John and Katherine Smith. Annabelle was a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She loved swimming at the YWCA and working in her flower garden. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. Special thanks to our great hospice team, Jeanette, Carrie, Liz and Decon John; also a special thank you to Dr. Christopher Wilson. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Annabelle to Sangre de Cristo Hospice through the funeral home. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Monday, April 5, 2004. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, St. Leander Church with interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Patton, Beth Ailene Beth Ailene Decker Patton - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 2000- Beth Ailene Decker Patton, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Jan. 23, 2000, in Pueblo. She was born Jan. 29, 1917, in Oberland, Kan., the daughter of Earl and Hattie Decker. Mrs. Patton spent her childhood in Healy, Kan. She then moved to Arkansas where she married her husband of 61 years, Leonard Patton, and raised their family. She and her husband had lived in Pueblo since 1981. Mrs. Patton was a member of Vineland United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband, Leonard Patton; her sons, retired Chief Petty Officer Kaye E. Patton (Karen) and Dr. D. Keith Patton (Mary); daughter, Dr. Anita P. Manning (Robert); granddaughter, Erica Patton Adamiak (Matt); and grandsons, Mark Patton, Christopher Manning and Matthew Manning. Services, 2 p.m. today at Vineland United Methodist Church, 1587 Lane 36, Pueblo, Colo., with the Rev. Ginny Bettendorf officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Patton, Ethan Ray Ethan Ray Patton - Pueblo Chieftain - December 09, 1999 - Ethan Ray Patton, infant son of Keith Patton and Natashua Geier, slipped away Dec. 4, 1999, at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital. Survived also by grandparents, Robert Geier, Katherine Geier, George Patton and Lori Patton, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Cremation. Patton, Gene P. Gene P. Patton - Pueblo Chieftain - November 25, 1999 - Gene P. Patton, 69, of Pueblo, passed away Nov. 23, 1999. He came to Pueblo in 1950 from West Virginia and retired from CF&I after 33 years. He served for two years in the Marine Corps during the Korean War. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Gracie Patton; sisters, Margaret, Mary Alice "Babe," Myrtle and Helen; brothers, James and Harry; sisters-in-law, Lillian (Doyle) King and Dusty (Al) Lux; and mother and father-in-law, Melina and John Domenico. Survived by loving wife, Pauline, of 45 years; children, Gary (Debbie) Patton and Pamela Patton of Pueblo; brothers, Charles (Della) Patton of West Virginia; grandchildren, Gene, Nick, Jenna and Kyle; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives of West Virginia, Virginia and Pueblo; many dear friends; brother-in-law, Edward (Ethel) Domenico; and sisters-in-law, Rosemary (Jim) Dwyer and Chris (Bill, deceased) Olson. Special thanks to Frank Tom. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 26, 1999, at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Military honors performed by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Patton, George Smith, Jr. Gen. George Smith Patton, Jr. - La Veta - December 21, 1945 - Gen. George Smith Patton, Jr. - November 11, 1885 December 21, 1945 today in Germany of injuries he received in an auto accident. Patton, John John Patton Walsenburg World March 21, 1922 John Patton of Gardner died at his home Sunday evening. Mr. Patton has lived in Gardner for many years and leaves many friends who mourn his death. The body will be taken to his old home in Iowa for burial. Patton, Leonard Leonard Milton Patton - Pueblo Chieftain - August 15, 2002 - Leonard Milton Patton, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away Aug. 12, 2002, in Colorado Springs. He was born Aug. 9, 1916, in Harrison, Ark., the son of James and Ruby Patton. A graduate of Bergman High School, Bergman, Ark., Mr. Patton was employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Soil Conservation Service for 32 years before retiring and moving to Pueblo. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army's Corps of Engineers. He was a 32nd degree Mason of the Scottish Rite Bodies of Arkansas. He was a perpetual member of Washington Lodge No. 1 in Fayetteville, Ark. Mr. Patton was also a member of Vineland United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Beth Decker Patton; and a son, Chief Petty Officer Kaye E. Patton. Survivors include his son, Dr. D. Keith Patton (Mary); daughter, Dr. Anita P. Manning (Robert); daughter-in-law, Karen Patton; granddaughter, Erica Patton Adamiak (Matt); grandsons, Mark Patton (Jennifer), Christopher Manning and Matthew Manning; and great-granddaughter, Olivia Adamiak. Visitation, 1 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Family will receive friends during the visitation from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 at Vineland United Methodist Church, 1587 Lane 36, Pueblo, Colo., with the Rev. Marcia Shafer officiating. Interment with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Patton, Richard J. Richard J. Patton - Pueblo Chieftain - November 10, 1998 - Richard J. Patton, passed away Nov. 8, 1998, in Pueblo. Richard was born April 20, 1917, in Chelsea, Okla., to John Patton and Frances Wiggins Patton and had been a Pueblo resident since 1936. His survivors include his wife, Mary- children, Richard (Sherry), Jim (Jennie), George (Lori), Beverly (Ken) Dadd, Patricia (Jim) Neveils, Elaine (Dan) Denny, Molly (Jeff) Lohse, all of Pueblo, and Katy East of New Mexico- one sister, Pansy Waterman of Pueblo- as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family would like to express a special thank you to Kathy Torrez-Perez for all of her assistance. Visitation for Mr. Patton will be held from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. today at the mortuary. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 1998, in the Belmont Nazarene Church, 1702 Bonforte Blvd. with interment to follow in the Imperial Cemetery. Patty, Juanita F. Juanita F. Patty - Pueblo Chieftain - June 16, 2002 - Juanita F. Patty, 83, of 904 Sixth St., Las Animas, Colo., died Saturday, June 15, 2002, at Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2002, at the Friends Church in Las Animas, Colo. Interment will follow in the Las Animas Cemetery. Patty, Tom McKinley Tom McKinley Patty - Pueblo Chieftain - February 18, 1986 - Tom McKinley Patty, 89, passed away Feb. 14, 1986, at a local hospital. Survived by niece, Gloria (James) Barnes, Fort Worth, Texas. Graveside service 10 a.m. Wednesday, Roselawn Cemetery. Patzkowski, Q. Maurice Q. Maurice (Pat) Patzkowski - Pueblo Chieftain - December 28, 2003 - Q. Maurice (Pat) Patzkowski, 77, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, went to be with our Lord on Christmas morning 2003. He was born near Homestead, Okla., on Oct. 18, 1926. Pat married Wanda Mendenhall on June 8, 1952. Preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Vera Patzkowski. Survived by his loving wife, Wanda; children, Jan (Wayne) Koester of Colorado Springs, Milt (Mary Lou) Patzkowski of Lake Oswego, Ore., and Ronda (Biff) Gettel; grandchildren, Berkley, Kristopher, Kurt, Tyler, Sydney, Tanner; brothers, Benton and Bryan; and sister, Lois Moore. Pat farmed in Oklahoma, before serving as a Medic in the U.S. Army. Pat served as a fireman until his medical retirement. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2003, Calvary Church. Relatives and friends will be received at the Calvary Fellowship Hall following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Calvary Church, 5 Tulane, Pueblo, CO 81005, or any charity of your choosing. Pauchek, John J. John J. Pauchek - Pueblo Chieftain - October 12, 2001 - John J. Pauchek, age 87, born Feb. 1, 1914, passed away Oct. 10, 2001. Mr. Pauchek is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Olga Pauchek; and his children, Raymond (Julie) Pauchek and Gerry (Dr. Jack) Gregorich. Grandfather of Terry (Tom) Wiedeman, Thornton, Colo., Ray Pauchek, Avondale, Ariz., Sheri (Race) Raio, Kristi (Ray) Hughes and Scott Gregorich. Great-grandfather of Joshua and Rachael Wiedeman and Kelsey and Abigail Raio. He is also survived by sisters, Elsie Zaitz, Anna Zaitz and Virginia (Joe) Patti; brother-in-law, Nick (Dorothy) Zakrasek; special friends, Rich Eurich, Bob Oreskovich, Bob Morauski, George Thompson; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by brother, Frank Pauchek; sister, Mary Ann Yanko; parents, John and Johanna Pauchek Sr.; and an infant sister. He was an established accordion player and had played for 75 years. He was a well-known musician in Pueblo and surrounding areas and was the founder of the Pauchek Polkateers. John received numerous awards for his musical excellence and was inducted into the Pueblo Music Hall of Fame on Oct. 7, 2000. His interests were his family, friends, grandchildren, playing accordion music, especially the button box, and sporting events, in particular the Denver Broncos. He especially enjoyed time with his grandson, Scott Gregorich, whom he lovingly called his "Little Buddy." John was a member of BPOE No. 90, Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE), Preseren Glee Club, KSKJ Lodge and a lifetime member of St. Mary Church parish. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 7 p.m. Sunday and Rosary, 10 a.m. Monday, both services at St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pauchek, Kathy Kathy Pauchek - Pueblo Chieftain - April 11, 1987 - Kathy Pauchek, April 10, 1987. Wife of Ray L. Pauchek. Mother of Terry Pauchek and Ray Pauchek Jr. Sister of Richard (Diane) Dremel. Daughter-in-law of John and Olga Pauchek. Sister-in-law of Gerry (Jack) Gregorich. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Frances Dremel. She was a member of St. Mary Parish and had been employed at the Pueblo Southside K mart for five years. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn. The family may be contacted at 2178 Everett Road. Please omit food gifts; contributions may be made in her memory to Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Viewing will be at the funeral home only. Pauletich, Christine J. Christine J. Pauletich - Pueblo Chieftain - April 04, 2001 - Christine J. Pauletich went to rest in Heaven on April 1, 2001. Christine was born Sept. 12, 1909, in Minesville, Colo., and had lived in Trinidad and Denver before residing in Pueblo for the last seven years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Pauletich; and her son, Frank N. Pauletich. Her survivors include her son, Robert (Mary) Pauletich; daughter-in-law, VeNell Pauletich; grandchildren, JoAnn Grove, John (Debbie) Pauletich, Audrey Pauletich, Christine A. Pauletich, Cynthia (John) Brandt, Mark (Judy) Pauletich and David (Margo) Pauletich; seven great-grandchildren; her extra special friends, Josephine (Ernie) Pigg and Loris Ros; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Pauletich will lie in state from 8 a.m. until service time on Friday at the mortuary. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 6, 2001, in the Davis Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jesse Perez officiating. Private interment will follow in the Chapel Hill Cemetery in Denver. Pauli, Giles A. Jr. Giles A. Pauli Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - August 06, 2000 - Giles A. Pauli Jr. entered the courts of his Lord Jesus Christ on Aug. 3, 2000. He was born on Oct. 28, 1955, in Pueblo, Colo. Although Giles distinguished himself at both Texas Instruments, where he worked from 1978-1991, and VTel, where he worked from 1991-2000, his friends and associates will most remember him for his integrity. Giles leaves behind his wife of 22 years, Miriam, who loves him and cherishes memories of their life together very much; a daughter, Amy; and a son, Giles Michael, who will always remember their father fondly. Other survivors include his mother, Regina Pauli of Pueblo, Colo.; a brother, Marc Pauli, and sister-in-law, Amy, of Pueblo, Colo.; a sister, Sharon Barker, and brother-in-law, Gil, of Denver, Colo.; niece, Sara Barker; nephew, Ryan Barker of Denver, Colo.; sister-in-law, Cathy Price of Vandalia, Ohio; and two nieces, Angele and Brittany Price of Vandalia, Ohio. There will be a memorial service celebrating Giles' entrance into God's presence at Grace Covenant Church on Monday, Aug. 7, 2000, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Gib Giblin officiating. Interment services are to be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Pauli Education Fund for Amy and Giles. Checks should be mailed to 11602 Crosstimber, Austin, Texas 78750. Arrangements by Cook-Walden Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home. Pauli, Hazel Mrs. Hazel Pauli Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph September 14, 1976 - Mrs. Hazel Pauli - Services for Mrs. Hazel Dorthy (Osborn) Pauli, of Pueblo will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday in the Rouch Chapel, Pueblo. The Rev. William Woelfle will officiate. Mrs. Pauli, who was born Nov. 14, 1897, in Bellview, died Sunday in a Pueblo nursing home. She had been a resident of Pueblo for many years, and she was employed in the dietary departments of the Parkview Episcopal Hospital, St. Mary-Corwin Hospital and the former St. Mary's hospital. Mrs. Pauli is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Mary Ebert and Ms. Sheila K. Pauli, both of Pueblo, and Mrs. Jacquelyn Dahlstrom, of Hollywood, Calif.; two sons, Giles Pauli of Pueblo and Denzil Pauli of Silver Spring; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Her husband Gustav A. Pauli, died Nov. 19, 1974. Burial will be in the Rosement (Roselawn) Cemetery, Pueblo. Tuesday, September 14, 1976 page 6A-1 Paulich, Gioanni Gioanni Paulich - Telluride Daily Journal - January 23, 1907 - Explosion in Trinidad Mine Today - Trinidad, Jan. 23 - An explosion in the main entry of the mouth of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company's coal mine at Primero occurred this morning. It is reported that twenty miners were killed and may be more. The explosion it is supposed was caused by a "windy shot." Note: Gioanni Paulich is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 23, 1907 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Gioanni Paulich as a Hungarian, age 24, and single. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete details of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Paulovec, Norma J. Norma J. Paulovec - Pueblo Chieftain - April 10, 2002 - Age 74, a Pueblo native, met her heavenly father on April 9, 2002. She was predeceased by her husband, Gregory Paulovec; sister, Audrey Taylor; brothers, George Smith and James Johnson; and parents, Oscar and Lillie Smith. She is survived by her sister, Ruth Dennis; and brother, Leland (Ellen) Smith as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in her memory. Paulovich, Edward Edward Paulovich - Pueblo Chieftain - June 02, 2004 - Edward Paulovich, age 86, passed away on May 30, 2004. He was born on Nov. 29, 1917, in Arma, Kan., to Frank Paulovich and Anna Oblek Paulovich. Ed moved from Hastings, Colo., to this area in 1937. Ed married Kathryn Giuliano on July 24, 1944, in Hoehne, Colo. He began his career at the Victor American Fuel Co. of Morley, Colo. He then worked at the GEM Mine, Colorado Fuel & Iron, Leone Construction Co. of Trinidad, Pioneer Construction of Pueblo and Sterns and Rogers Construction Co. of Denver. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Aguilar, Colo., the Eagles Lodge, VFW, American Legion, and the SNPJ Zan Jednicar Lodge 38. Kathryn "Katie" preceded him in death on May 28, 2002. He also was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Anna Paulovich; and brothers, Frank Paulovich and Don Paulovich; sister, Mary Goodrich (1999); sister and brother-in-law, Marge and Joe Mannino; and sister-in-law, Katie Paulovich (2004). Ed will be sadly missed by sons, Frank (Pat) Paulovich of Brighton, Edward L. (Shelly) of Colorado Springs; brother, Tom Paulovich of Aguilar; and sister, Rose Ann (Lamar) Hajek of Kansas; grandchildren, Jody (Andy) Jenkins, Jason Paulovich; and great-granddaughter, Hannah Jenkins. He also is survived by relatives and many friends. Services for Ed Paulovich include visitation, from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, rosary service, 10 a.m. Thursday with the funeral Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m., with Father Phil Coury officiating; all at St. Anthony's Church in Aguilar. Entombment will be at the Trinidad Catholic Cemetery immediately following the services. Active pallbearers will be Jason Paulovich, Andy Jenkins, Fred Kruitz, Frank Giuliano, Tom Monarco and Joe Dosen. Paulovich, Katherine Rose Katherine "Katie" Rose Paulovich - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home March 25, 2004 - Katherine "Katie" Rose Paulovich, age 75, passed away on March 24, 2004. She was born on October 30, 1928 in Rugby, CO to Martin and Mildred Dosen. Katie married Thomas A. Paulovich on September 18, 1956 in Aguilar, CO. She was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, S.N.P.J. Zajednicar Lodge. She loved working and being a homemaker. She was a "very special" aunt and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mildred and Martin Dosen; brothers, Mike Dosen and Pete Dosen; nephew, Jim Dosen; sisters-in-law, Ann Dosen, Katie Paulovich, Margie Mannino, Mary Goodrich; brothers-in-law, Frank Paulovich, Don Paulovich, Joe Mannino and Verel Goodrich; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ann and Frank Paulovich. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Thomas A. Paulovich, Aguilar; brothers, Paul and Mildred Dosen, Aguilar, Joe and Ann Dosen, Aguilar, Nick and Barbara Dosen, Pueblo; sisters-in-law, Alma Dosen, Trinidad, Rosanne (Lamar) Hajek, Kansas; brother-in-law, Edward Paulovich, Denver, CO, numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be held on Sunday, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home Chapel. A rosary will be held on Monday, March 29 at 9:30 a.m. and Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony's Church in Aguilar with Fr. Phil Coury officiating. Entombment to follow at Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Eddie Paulovich, Michael Dosen, Robbie Dosen, Tom Dosen, John Dosen and Michael Riccatone. Her casket escorts will be Paul Dosen and Michael D. Dosen. The family of Katie Rose Paulovich has entrusted arrangements to the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Paulovsky, Mike Mike Paulovsky - Huerfano World - October 17, 2002 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1926: Seventh Street store owner Mike Paulovsky, 42, died Sunday, leaving a wife and two daughters. [Editor's Note: Mike Paulovsky died October 10, 1926. Obituary listed World Independent, October 12, 1926, Page 1.] Paulsen, Bill Bill Paulsen - Pueblo Chieftain - November 05, 1999 - Bill Paulsen, 83, passed away Nov. 3, 1999. Graveside service, 2 p.m. today at Fairmount Cemetery. Visitation until 12:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. Paulsen, Judith Ellen Judith Ellen Paulsen - Pueblo Chieftain - January 13, 2001 - Judith Ellen Paulsen, a retired computer systems analyst and housewife, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2001, after a 15 year battle with cancer. She was a devoted follower of Paramahansa Yogananda of the Self Realization Fellowship. She was preceded in death by her father, Edward Filipowicz; grandparents, Henry and Doris Werner; and stepgrandmother, Elly Werner. She is survived by her husband, Charles E. Paulsen, after 33 years of marriage; her mother, Phyllis Filipowicz; and her brother, Erik (Mickie) Scott. Memorial service will be held on Monday, Jan. 15, 2001, at 10 a.m. at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to McClelland Public Library Building Fund, 100 E. Abriendo Ave., Pueblo, Colo., 81004. Paulson, Greg and Robin Greg And Robin Paulson - Pueblo Chieftain - August 31, 2001 - Greg Lee Paulson, 36, and Robin Lynn Paulson, 35, of Lawrence, Kan., died Aug. 27, 2001, in Easton, Pa. Greg was born on Jan. 24, 1965, in El Paso, Texas, to Merlyn L. Paulson and Jan I. (Blackwood) Paulson Carter. Mr. Paulson was a 1984 graduate of Pueblo County High School. He was a U.S. Air Force sergeant, serving from June 26, 1985, to Nov. 10, 1994, and served in Desert Storm. He began working for Swift Transportation on Feb. 7, 1995. The couple was married on Aug. 29, 1986, in Pueblo, Colo. He is survived by mother and stepfather, Jan I. (Cecil L.) Carter; brother, Brian E. (Kathy) Paulson; nieces, Hannah and Emma Paulson, all of Pueblo. Robin was born Oct. 8, 1965, in La Junta, Colo., to Frank H. Bissey and Brenda (Miller) Bissey. Mrs. Paulson was a 1984 graduate of Pueblo South High School. She went to work as a truck driver with her husband for Swift Transportation in 1997. She is survived by parents, Frank H. and Brenda J. Bissey; and brother, Bradley F. Bissey, all of Lawrence. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oak Hill Cemetery, Lawrence. The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Monday at the Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home in Lawrence. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or K-State Pet Trust in care of the Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana, Lawrence, KS 66044-8260. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.rumsey-yost.com. Pavelik, Valentine Valentine Pavelik Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Valentine Pavelik is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Valentine Pavelik: Polish, age 31, single. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pavicich, Ginger Virginia Lee Ginger Virginia Lee Pavicich - Pueblo Chieftain - April 30, 1999 - Ginger Virginia Lee Pavicich, age 67, passed away April 27, 1999. Survived by her husband, Steve Pavicich- mother, Gladys May Goldtrap- and stepfather, Gilbert Goldtrap, all of Pueblo- children, James Steve (Karen) Pavicich, Colorado City, Robert Pavicich, Pueblo, LeeAnna Pavicich, Englewood, Fla., and John (Gina) Pavicich, Pueblo- sisters, Janet Goldtrap, Boone, and Eunice Hoody (Wilburn "Smitty") Smith, La Mesa, Calif.- brother, Melvern L. (Barbara) Duffield, Pueblo. Also survived by five grandchildren. At her request, there will be no viewing. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Mrs. Pavicich was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese where services will be held. Rosary, Sunday, 8 p.m., and memorial Mass, Monday, 10 a.m. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Junior Okalitza Tamburitzans in care of the funeral home office. Pavitch, Andrew Andrew Pavitch - Wray Rattler - June 17, 1904 - Andrew Pavitch was instantly killed and John Marshall severely injured at the Independence mine at Victor on the morning of June 11th by drilling into a missed shot. The men were working in the slope above the 900 foot level. Marshall probably will lose his sight. He is a married man. Pavitch was single. Pavlica, Mary Murin Mary Murin Pavlica - Colorado Springs Gazette - May 17, 1997 - Mary Murin Pavlica died May 15, 1997, at a local care facility. She was a homemaker. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at Swan-Law Funeral Directors Inc., 501 N. Cascade Ave. Parastasis will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Swan-Law Funeral Directors. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Saints Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church, 2770 N. Chestnut St. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery. Mrs. Pavlica was born in Pueblo to John and Mary (Skladany) Murin. She was married June 7, 1920, in Calhan to Mike Pavlica, who is deceased. She is survived by three sons, Alex of Burns, Wyo., and Nick and Mike, both of Colorado Springs; a daughter, Rosemary of Colorado Springs; two sisters, Anna of Calhan, and Helen Milosvich of Colorado Springs; four half-sisters, Susie Mikita and Margie Mikita, both of Calhan and Emma Timora and Jean Swaniga, both of Colorado Springs; a step-sister, Mary Eurich of Denver; 12 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Roy and John; two brothers, John and Mike Murin; a sister, Sophie Mikita; and a granddaughter, Margaret. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary, Colorado Natives Club, and charter member of Saints Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church. She enjoyed gardening and quilting. She was a very kind, caring and generous person who will be missed by her family and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to Saints Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church, 2770 N. Chestnut St., Colorado Springs 80907. Pavlica, Sophie Sophie Pavlica - Pueblo Chieftain - August 08, 2003 - Sophie Pavlica, 87, lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away Aug. 5, 2003. Preceded in death by her husband, Pete Pavlica; parents, Iso and Pera Tomkovich. Survived by sister, Eva Pugel; two sons, Dan and John (Donna) Pavlica; grandson, Danny Pavlica; niece, Mary Propes; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Angie and Stan Pavlica, all of Pueblo. Also survived by numerous other relatives. Parastas, 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, St. Michael's Orthodox Church, 801 W. Summit. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 11, also at St. Michael's Orthodox Church with interment to follow Roselawn Cemetery. Pavlick, Erma J. Erma J. Pavlick Huerfano World January 19, 2006 - Erma J. Pavlick, age 90, of Walsenburg, entered eternal life on Sunday, Jan. 15, at the Villas at Sunny Acres nursing home at Thornton, CO. She was born in Rouse, on Dec. 13, 1915 to Celestine and Victoria Stefanini Alberici. She married John Pavlick on Nov. 16, 1937. Mrs. Pavlick worked for many years as a cook at the Rambler Cafι, and later at the Lathrop Youth Camp until she retired in 1977. Survivors include her daughter Madeline Justis and her husband Ron Grossklaus of Las Cruces, NM, son George Pavlick and wife Doris of Northglenn, CO, granddaughter Tamara Shepard and husband Daryl of Las Cruces, grandsons Kenneth Pavlick and wife Larisa of Frederick, CO and Kevin Pavlick and wife Darcey of New Britain, PA. Also surviving are great-grandchildren Shelby and Kylie Shepard of Las Cruces, NM, Colton and Haley Pavlick of Frederick, CO and Nicholas, Robert, and Katelyn Pavlick of New Britain, PA, sister Olga Michelli, brother Mario (Bill) Alberici and sisters-in-law Helen Gebinine, Agnes, Marie, and Helen Pavlick, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Her parents, her husband, step-father Primo Gebinine, her brother Eugene Gebinine, sisters Antonette Noga and Jean Hudran, preceded Mrs. Pavlick in death. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Jan. 18, beginning at 3 p.m. at Boies-Ortega Funeral Home. A prayer vigil will follow that evening at 7 p.m. at St. Mary Church. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Thursday, Jan. 19 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church, with interment to follow at the North St. Mary Cemetery. A reception will follow immediately afterwards at Mazzone Hall. Pall bearers are Kenneth and Kevin Pavlick, Daryl Shepard, Peter Pavlick, Larry Whittemore and Dennis Sudar. Pavlick, Paul Paul Pavlick - Huerfano World - April 29, 1993 - Former Huerfano Paul Pavlick died at his home in Pueblo Sunday, Apr. 25, 1993. Born in Pryor May 28, 1916, he was a veteran of World War II and retired from CF&I in Pueblo. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Helen Pavlick, Pueblo; a daughter, Judith Pavlick, Sunnyvale, CA; three sisters, Anna Surisky and Mary Lira, Walsenburg and Susie Somsky, Erie; nieces and nephews. Funeral mass is set for Thursday (today) from Shrine of St. Therese in Pueblo. Burial will be in Imperial Memorial Gardens in that city. Pavlin, Agnes Agnes Pavlin - Pueblo Chieftain - June 22, 1987 - Agnes Pavlin, late of Pueblo, died June 21, 1987, at a local nursing home. Survived by her children, Frances Boitz, Pueblo; Robert (Henrietta) Pavlin, Sun City, Ariz.; and Stanley (Mary) Pavlin, Pueblo; daughter-in-law, Reatha Minton, Pueblo. Survived also by six grandchildren and numerous great and great-great-grandchildren. Member of SNPJ-Orel Lodge No. 21. Born Jan. 21, 1887, in Legatee, Yugoslavia, and was a Pueblo resident since 1909. Preceded in death by her husband, George Pavlin Sr., Nov. 10, 1969; sons, George Pavlin Jr., 1985, and John Pavlin, 1986; sister, Mary Starzer, 1985, and three brothers, Frank, John and Anton Herblan. In lieu of food, memorials may be made to Praise Assembly of God, 2000 Troy Ave., Pueblo, 81001. Visitation, 2 to 8:30 p.m. today. Graveside service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, Roselawn Cemetery with the Rev. Bobby Wilson officiating and Orel Lodge No. 21 participating. The family may be contacted at 4004 Hillside Drive. Pavlin, George R. George R. Pavlin - Pueblo Chieftain - July 11, 2002 - George R. Pavlin, 58, of Pueblo, passed away July 8, 2002. He is preceded in death by his father, George Pavlin, Jr., 1984. George is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Linda Pavlin; children, Don (Kim) Pavlin, Highlands Ranch, Deanna (Eric) Westerby, Pueblo West; Mother, Retha Minton; sisters, Lorraine (Harry) Atwood, and Dorothy (Stanley) Ard, all of Pueblo. George was a member of Park Hill Baptist Church and a founding member of the Sky Corral Radio Control Club. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army after being stationed in Germany. George worked for CF&I for 33 years and was presently working at Parkview Medical Center. Family and friends will deeply miss his loyalty, devotion and giving heart. Visitation, tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, TG McCarthy Rose Chapel with interment to follow, Roselawn Cemetery. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Those who wish may make memorial contributions in memory of George R. Pavlin to the Park Hill Baptist Church Building Fund through the funeral home office. Pavlin, Lila P. Lila P. Pavlin - Pueblo Chieftain - March 28, 1987 - Lila P. Pavlin was born Oct. 15, 1917, and passed away March 25, 1987. Mother of Sandra K. (Carl) Brown. Grandmother of Greg and Jeff Brown. Sister of Carl (Isabel) Keller, Ed (Ruby) Keller, Clyde (Barbara) Keller, Lester (Bonnie) Keller, Violet (Reuben) Reimer and Mildred (Bobby) McDaniel. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, John Pavlin, in 1985. Member of Praise Assembly of God. Services at 1 p.m. Monday, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Bobby Wilson officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Contributions may be made in her name to Praise Assembly of God. The family may be contacted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Brown, 2031 Hollywood. Pavol, Albert J. Jr. Albert J. Pavol Jr., - Pueblo Chieftain - February 26, 2004 - Albert J. Pavol Jr., 58, passed away on Feb. 25, 2004. Al was born in Pueblo on April 2, 1945, to Ann (Liptak) and Albert Pavol Sr., who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Linda; son, Mark; and wife, Anne of Golden; and son, David of Pueblo; and mother- and father-in-law, Frank and Catherine Robeda, of Pueblo. Also survived by sister, Betty Lou (Harlan) Miller, Boulder City, Nev.; brother, Richard (Kathy) Pavol, Fort Mojave, Ariz.; brothers-in-law, Frank (Deb) Robeda and Jim (Beth) Robeda; sister-in-law, Nancy (Randy) Baker, all of Pueblo; nieces and nephews, Suzanne (Rich) O'Connell, John (LeAnna) Miller, Scott Robeda, Katie Robeda, Kelli Baker, Staci Baker, Jenni Baker, Tony Robeda and Michael Robeda; great-nephew, Stephen Miller; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a wealth of friends. Al was a Right of Way Acquisition Supervisor for Colorado Department of Transportation for 35 years, retiring in 2001. He then began a second career in Right of Way Acquisition at Wilson & Co., Engineering and Architects in Colorado Springs. He held the designation of Senior Right of Way Agent with the International Right of Way Association. Al was an active Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader for 13 years. Under his leadership, with the help of many dedicated scouting parents, 14 young men reached the rank of Eagle Scout. Al also was a volunteer on the Frontier Pathways Board of Directors, a member of NRA, Pueblo Municipal Shooters, Pueblo Elks Lodge No. 90 and a Eucharistic Minister at Christ the King Church. A special part of his heart will always remain in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near Westcliffe at the "Poverty Gulch" cabin he built with his family. At his request, cremation with no viewing. A memorial Mass in celebration of Al's life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2004, Christ the King Church, Bonforte and Horseshoe, with the Rev. Tom Adrians officiating. A reception will follow the Mass in the church hall. In lieu of food and flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in Al's memory. Pavol, Ann Ann "Annie" Pavol - Pueblo Chieftain - April 01, 2004 - Ann "Annie" Pavol, 81, passed away March 29, 2004, due to an automobile accident. Preceded in death by her parents, Anna and Joseph Berklich; brother, Tom Berklich; and sister, Katherine "Kay-Kay" Berklich. Survived by her husband, John Pavol; brothers, Jack and Bill Berklich; sister, Mary (Milton) Morrison; and nieces, Evie Hall, Mary (Brad) Zerfas and Susan (Mike) Morrison. Also survived by great-nephews, Zach Zerfas and Michael Jones; and numerous other nephews and nieces. Annie was a graduate of Central High School. She attended business college and served in the U.S. Navy. She also worked at the CF&I Steel Corp., and H&R Block. Her greatest moments were those spent with her family. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. There will be no viewing. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice or have a Mass said in Annie's memory. Pavol, Catherine J. Catherine J. Pavol - Pueblo Chieftain - June 16, 1998 - Catherine J. Pavol. Passed away June 14, 1998. Born Aug. 28, 1914, to John and Katherine Mutz. Survived by her husband, Frank A. Pavol- sisters, Mary McCaughey and Helen Jacobs, both of Pueblo- several nieces and nephews and special friend, Debbie Strankman. Preceded in death by parents- sisters, Bertha L. Mutz and Ann Marie Hargis. Catherine was a member of St. Francis Altar Society, St. Francis Parish Eucharistic Ministry, Servants of the Blessed Sacrament, FOE No. 145 Ladies Auxiliary and the Retired Eagles Activity Club. She enjoyed sewing, drawing, golfing and dry fly fishing. Rosary, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10 a.m., both at St. Francis Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Pavol, Frank A. Frank A. Pavol - Pueblo Chieftain - December 17, 2003 - Frank A. Pavol, born Feb. 18, 1911, in Pueblo, Colo., passed away Dec. 15, 2003. Preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Catherine Pavol. Survived by his brother, John (Ann) Pavol; sister, Mary Glusich, all of Pueblo; as well as several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death also by his parents, Joseph and Mary Pavol; brothers, Joseph and Albert Pavol; and sister, Frances Secora. Mr. Pavol was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church parish. He worked for the CF&I Steel Corp. for 37 years as a foreman in the blast furnace, retiring in 1973. He was a life member of Pueblo Elks Lodge No. 90, Pueblo Aerie Lodge No. 145, and was retired from the Eagles Activity Club. Frank enjoyed dry fly fishing, golfing and bowling. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Pavol, John Andrew John Andrew Pavol - Pueblo Chieftain - September 10, 2004 - John Andrew Pavol, 82, born June 23, 1922, passed away Sept. 4, 2004. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary (Sabo); father, Joseph Pavol; sister, Francis Secora; brothers, Joseph, Frank and Albert; nephew, Albert Pavol Jr.; and by his loving wife, Ann (Berklich) Pavol, who passed away March 29, 2004. Survived by his sister, Mary Glusick; nieces, Betty Lou (Harlan) Miller, and Jo Ann (Pavol) Cornwell; nephews, Richard (Kathy) Pavol, Alvin (Rosemary) Glusick and Robert (Carol) Glusick; and numerous nieces and nephews. John was a very understanding, grateful, proud and loving husband to Ann for 43 years. He cherished his family and was a caregiver to all, at all times. He will be remembered by all for his smile and happy go lucky attitude. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1944, where his duties sent him to Northern France and Central Europe. His various decorations included the World War II Victory Medal. He returned home and worked for the CF&I Steel Corp. for 42 years and retired in 1983. He was a member of the Pueblo Aerie No. 145 FOE and a life member of the Elk's BPOE No. 90. He loved to work and his house and yard reflected it. If you ever wanted to see the "green, green grass of home" you had to go by Auntie Ann and Uncle John's house. Uncle John liked spending some of his free time in Cripple Creek and Laughlin, Nev., and his pictures detect some jackpots. Well Uncle John, with the kindness you have shown to all and keeping the faith, your jackpot is now with the good and gracious Lord. Viewing, 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. The family may be contacted at 122 Fordham Circle. Pavolasky, Mary Mary Pavolasky - Pueblo Chieftain - February 12, 2004 - Mary Pavolasky, 87, born June 16, 1916, passed away Feb. 10, 2004. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank G. Pavolasky. Survived by her children, Constance (Fred) Stuart, Darla (Donald) McCoy and Mary Ann (Russell) Boice; sister, Helen Hribernik; and grandchildren, Frank Stuart, Cheryl Ann Vincent, Jerrod McCoy, Mary Beth Vaught, Sarah Easton and Rachael Boice. Also survived by seven great-grandchildren. Viewing, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Thursday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association in Mary's memory. Pawless, Carl F. Carl F. Pawless - Denver Rocky Mountain News - March 09, 2000 - Carl F. Pawless, 67, of Lakewood died Feb. 29. Services were March 3 at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Mr. Pawless was born in Walsenburg on Oct. 13, 1932. He married Sherry Pawless, 1980. He served in the Army Reserve. He worked in emergency management for the government. Survivors include his wife; sons Marvin of Florida and Richard of Lakewood; daughters Kay Ehalt of Thornton, Leanne Adelhardt of Arvada, Tara Morgan of California, Tracy of Denver; sister Caroline Miller of Iowa; 13 grandchildren. Pawlus, Ann B. Ann B. Pawlus - Pueblo Chieftain - July 08, 1997 - Ann B. Pawlus, age 95, passed away July 6, 1997. Ann was a beautician who spent most of her life in California. She loved music and crafts, especially making paper flowers. She was very devoted to God and the Blessed Mother and endeared herself to all who knew her. She taught us to live life to the fullest with creativity and perseverance. She asked God for his hand and He has embraced her. She is survived by her son, Leonard Pawlus, Pueblo, Colo.- daughter, Dorothy (Bill) Adams, Reno, Nev.- granddaughters, Terry (Chuck) Hicks, Pueblo West, Colo., Janet (Bill) Clay, Woodbridge, Va., Sharon Mobley, Lafayette, Calif.- and grandson, Clifford Adams. Also survived by great-grandsons, Lance Mobley, Lafayette, Calif., and Mike (Karen) Hicks, Pueblo, Colo. Memorial Mass at a later date. Private interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Paxol, Myer Myer Paxol - Pueblo Chieftain - March 14, 1930 - Myer Paxon, aged 15, died Thursday at a local hospital. He is survived by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. A. Paxol of Denver. The funeral will take place this afternoon from the Geo. F. McCarthy funeral home. Interment in the North Side cemetery. Paxton, Tawnya Sue Tawnya Sue Paxton - Pueblo Chieftain - February 03, 2004 - Tawnya Sue Paxton (nee Horn) of Miami Township, Ohio, formerly of Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo, Colo. Beloved wife of William Floyd Paxton, loving mother of Reyna DeAnne (Eddie) Tracy of Broomfield, Colo. and William Franklin Paxton of Miami Township, Ohio, caring grandmother of Austin, Alexis and Madeline Tracy, dear sister of Randy (Linda) Horn of Lake Conroe, Texas, Gay (Anna) Wilson, Visa (JR) Bales and Questa Price, all of Ponca City, Oklahoma, cherished daughter-in-law of Marjorie Paxton of Scottsbluff, Neb. and the late William Gerald Paxton, devoted sister-in-law of Brad (Laura LaPere) Paxton of Tucson, Ariz., affectionate daughter of the late Frank Jr. and Hattie (nee Thorp) Horn. Tawnya was an amazing woman was the rock and strength of her family. Friday, January 30, 2004, age 53. Services at the Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home, 1668 St. Rt. 28, Goshen, Ohio, Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004, 2 p.m. where friends will be received from 1 p.m. until the hour of service. Memorial donations may be directed to Milford Assembly of God, 1301 SR 131, Milford, OH 44150. Payne, Belinda Belinda Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - January 14, 1998 - Belinda Payne, 78, former San Luis resident, passed away Jan. 12, 1998, at her home in Pueblo. Belinda was born on July 13, 1919, in San Francisco, Colo., the daughter of Santana and Maria Vialpando Padilla. She was united in marriage to Patrick Lee Payne on Jan. 25, 1946, in Pueblo. Belinda was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting, cooking, gardening and especially the time she spent with her family. Survived by husband, Patrick Lee Payne, of the family home- daughter, Beverly Payne- sons, Dale Payne, Earl (Pat) Payne and Patrick Payne Jr., all of Pueblo, and Thomas (Ann Margaret) Payne, Denver- sisters, Corrine Navarro, Denver, Rebecca Benton, San Luis, and Elva (Joe) Martinez, Pueblo- brother, Felix Padilla, Widefield- granddaughters, Melinda Payne, Pueblo, and Deanna Payne, Denver. Preceded in death by her parents- sister, Flora Valencia- and brothers, Demetrio and Rupert Padilla. Vigil service with recitation of the rosary and funeral Mass, 1 p.m. Thursday, Sangre de Cristo Church, San Luis. Interment will follow at Sangre de Cristo Cemetery. The family will greet early arrivals at the San Luis Community Center. A reception will follow the interment at Friendship Hall. Arrangements are under the direction of Romero Funeral Home of Alamosa. Payne, Bessie Bessie Musso Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - December 17, 2001 - Bessie Musso Payne, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Dec. 14, 2001. Born Feb. 25, 1915, to Carl and Agnes (Spoone) Musso. Preceded in death by her parents; brother, Henry Musso; sisters, Mary Ciacio and Faye Jackson. Survived by her children, Victor Giadone, Anna (John) Johnson, Joanne (Sidney) Pope and Donna Keen; brothers, Charlie Musso, Tony (Lorraine) Musso, Jack (Joann) Musso and Joe Musso. Also survived by seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2001, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Payne, Dick Dick Payne Durango Democrat November 9, 1902 He Seriously Offended the Cullud Lady Pueblo, Colo., Nov. 8 As a colored woman and colored man were crossing Santa Fe avenue at Second street this evening, they met another negro man, and the woman produced a revolver and shot him dead. The woman is Mrs. Clara Humphries, and the victim is Dick Payne, a saloon porter. Payne had been the lover of the woman and had offended her. She is in jail. Payne, Dollie E. Dollie Elizabeth Payne - Huerfano World - March 30, 1989 - Dollie Elizabeth Payne, 83, of Aguilar, died Friday, Mar. 24, 1989, in Parkview Hospital in Pueblo. Born Mar. 15, 1916, in Trinidad she married George W. Payne, May 19, 1937. They ranched in the Aguilar area. Mrs. Payne belonged to the Fire Maids, Iota Phi Sigma sorority of Aguilar, the Gulnare Extension Home Makers and worked for the Senior Citizens of Aguilar. She is survived by three daughters, Marian Roscoe, New York, and Lorraine Shinn and Karen Wark, Colorado Springs; three sons George Payne, Hoehne, Franklin Payne, Aguilar, and Jim Payne, Colorado Springs; 19 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral service was Monday from St. Anthony's Church in Aguilar. Burial was in Aguilar Catholic Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of arrangements. Payne, Estella Mae Estella Mae Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - July 22, 1987 - Estella Mae Payne, formerly of Pueblo, died July 20, 1987, at a Canon City nursing home. Survived by friends, Ken and Darlene Dallam, Mesa, Ariz., Frank and Elsie Konty, Pueblo, and Joe and Louise Fabyan, Livermore, Calif. Member of Pueblo Divine Science Church, Cactus Rebekah Lodge 24, IOOF (40-year member and secretary for 20 years), Social Star Rebekah 2, IOOF (10 years), Booster Club and DAV Association Auxiliary. Born Feb. 12, 1898, in Hot Springs, Ark. Pueblo resident since 1911. Preceded in death by her husband, Wylie J. Payne, Feb. 24, 1966, and her son, Delvin Eugene Payne, in 1930. Graveside service, 2 p.m. Thursday, July 23, Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. Payne, George Lee George Lee Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - September 11, 2002 - George Lee Payne, born Aug. 6, 1941, in Albuquerque, N.M., died on Sept. 8, 2002, at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, Colo. He was born to Lee and Nelda Payne. George Payne was known as a loving husband, father and grandfather; a professional and caring teacher; and a generous and faithful friend. He loved God and served his Lord in a quiet, loving manner. He was an active member and one of the founders of his church, Christian Family Fellowship in Canon City. George served in the U.S. Army in the security agency and spent his tour of duty in Bad Aibling, Germany. He was an Eagle Scout and remained active in the Boy Scouts for many years. He was a longtime teacher in Fremont District RE-1, where he taught for 34 years; most of those years he spent at McKinley school. He celebrated his retirement in May 2002. George loved the outdoors, camping, fishing and spending time with family. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Rayma; three children, David Payne, married to Lori; Julie Pretz, married to Mark; and Russell Payne; his three grandchildren, Sydney, Haley and Nucu; and his brother, John Payne, married to Lora and their three children, Amy, Michelle and Rebecca. George also will be missed by many others, especially his dear friends, Wayne and Pat Heaton, Geoff and Jeanine Ormandy, Charlie and Janet Pell, John and Pat Repar and Ray Plummer. Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2002, at the Christian Family Fellowship in Canon City with Pastor Larry Chell officiating. Payne, Jerald G. Jerald G. "Jerry" Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - June 05, 1999 - Jerald G. "Jerry" Payne, 86, beloved husband of LaDell Payne of Pueblo West, passed away June 3, 1999. Jerry was born in Idalia, Colo., March 30, 1913, where he still has many surviving relatives. Moved to Pueblo from Denver January of 1940. Was married to Lillian R. Payne for 51 years. Lillian passed away Dec. 27, 1989. Married LaDell M. Austin of Bountiful, Utah, Feb. 1, 1992.Preceded in death by his mother, Bertha- father, Benjamin W.- brother, Charles- sister, Margaret- and wife, Lillian. Jerry's loving friendship and gratitude to all those who shared in his special life will always be remembered by his surviving wife, LaDell Payne- daughter, Nancy (Dan) Masimer of Canon City- two grandchildren, Katie and Christopher Masimer- brother, Ben H. (Betty) Payne of Abilene, Kan.- as well as numerous relatives, friends and acquaintances. Jerry retired from Merrill Axle and Wheel in 1982 after 42 years of service. He delivered Meals on Wheels for the SRDA. Longtime member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Silver State Masonic Lodge, AF&AM No. 95, Al Kaly Shrine Temple and Elks Lodge, BPOE No. 90. He was a competitive golfer and bowler. will be held Tuesday, June 8, 10 a.m., Imperial Funeral Home Chapel, 5450 Highway 78 West, Pueblo, Colo., 81005. With Silver State Lodge AF&AM No. 95 and Rose Croix Honors. Private family inurnment at Imperial Memorial Gardens. At Jerry's request, cremation with no viewing. Memorial gifts may be made to the Shriners Hospital in his memory in care of Imperial Funeral Home. Payne, John A. John A. Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - February 21, 1957 - John A. Payne suddenly Thursday at his home, 1041 Lake Ave. husband of Minnie M. Payne. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson R. Payne, Walsenburg. Brother of Mrs. Beulah Read, Walsenburg, and Mrs. George Hamlin, Baytown, Tex. Stepfather of Mrs. R. E. Pagnotta, Weston, and Mrs. Orval C. Bucci, Derby, Member of the First Presbyterian Church and member of the choir. Arrangements later. Payne, Kathleen Sharon Kathleen Sharon Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - December 13, 2001 - Kathleen Sharon Payne passed away Dec. 6, 2001, at her home in Rye. Kathy was born Feb. 16, 1951 in Pueblo to Carroll and Lillian Payne and had been a lifelong area resident. She was preceded in death by her parents. Her survivors include her brothers Edward (Carol) Payne of Caρon City and Charles (Dorothy) Payne of Pueblo; nieces and nephews, Jason (Rachel) Johnson, Jessica Payne, Olivia Knee, Bret Kern, and Eric (Inez) Kern; aunts and uncles, Joyce and Earl Payne of Grand Junction, Rosalie and James Fry of Palisade and Harold Sefton of Washington; as well as her cousins, Marty and Dennis Payne of Utah. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. There will be no public viewing or services. Payne, Lillian M. Lillian Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - July 29, 2001 - On July 24, 2001, the Lord called home Lillian Payne, to join again the love of her life, Carroll H. Payne, her husband of 51 eventful years. While Carroll served his country in World War II, being wounded and highly decorated, Lillian worked at the old Southern Colorado Power Co. as head cashier/bookkeeper. Even though she enjoyed her career, she left to start and raise her family. Whenever asked, Lillian helped no matter the job. Helping with PTA at school, baking cookies, any fund-raiser, March of Dimes, etc., or helping at the polling stations during elections. Lillian also served her church, Bethel Methodist, teaching Sunday School, helping with every pot-luck supper and fund-raiser there was. Lillian never knew the word NO, or had anything bad to say about anyone, truly an Angel on Earth, she worked hard her whole life. Predeceased by her husband, Carroll, Aug. 13, 1993; her parents; stepfather and uncle; brother, Charles Sefton; and sister Frances Butler. Lillian leaves behind her beloved daughter, Kathleen S. Payne, of the family home; younger brother, Harold Sefton in Oregon; brothers and sisters in-law, Jim and Rosalie Frye, Palisade, Earl and Joyce Payne, Grand Junction; numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews. Two very cherished granddaughters, Jessica and Olivia; and daughter-in-law, Jackie of California. Most cherished cousins, Ethel Browser, Barbara Browser Black, Wilma Browser, Carrie Black, Betty Stewart, Gilbert Goldtrap and Dorothy Bell Belim, all of Pueblo; very special friend, Sophie Archuleta. There are also two remaining sons, Charles (Dorothy), Ed (Carol), and two step-grandsons, Eric and Brett. Mrs. Payne will lie in state at the mortuary from noon until 5 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until noon on Monday. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 30, 2001, at 2 p.m. in the Rye Home Methodist Church. Interment will follow in the Brookside Cemetery in Rye. If there are any donations cared to be made in memory of Lillian, please send to P.A.L. (Pueblo Animal League) in memory of her considerable love of all animals. Lillian will be greatly missed by the ones who do truly love her. The mold was definitely broken after Lillian was made. There will never be another like her. Payne, Margaret Mrs. Margaret Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - July 28, 1968 - Mrs. Margaret Payne, 80, Walsenburg, mother of Mrs. Beulah Read, Walsenburg, and Mrs. Ellen Hamlin, Pampa Tex.; sister of Peter Cowan, Westcliffe and niece of Mrs. Annie Pearson, Canon City. Survived also by eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the United Church of Walsenburg. Interment will be held in Masonic Cemetery. Payne, Minnie Mrs. Minnie Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - August 13, 1940 - Mrs. Minnie Payne, at hospital Tuesday, Aug. 13. Mother of Mrs. George Bishop of the family ranch home; Mrs. Charley Martin, New Orleans, La.; Miss Alice Payne, Hanodsburg, [Harrodsburg] Ky.; William E. and George B. Payne, Grandmother of two. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Davis Mortuary Chapel. Payne, Nona Yvonne Nona Yvonne Payne - Huerfano World September 14, 2006 Nona Yvonne Payne, 77, of Aguilar, died Sunday, September 10, 2006. Born March 20, 1929 in Gulnare, she was raised in Trujillo Creek and graduated from Aguilar High School. She later went to college to become a beautician. Her greatest virtue was being an awesome mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey P. Payne; her parents, Charles and Nona Brunelli; her sister, Bernice Rodosevich; niece Debbie Rodosevich and great-nephew Jody Hern. She is survived by her daughter, Susan (Frank) Menegatti; four grandchildren, Tina (Jud) Barlow, David (Brandi) Menegatti, Joey Menegatti and April (Craig) Baudino; great-grandchildren, Hannah, Katie, Kollon, Meliegha, Dawson, and Brock; her sister, Dawn (Roland) Crowder, numerous nephews, nieces, great-nieces, nephews and special friends, Kathy, Sandy, and Ida. Cremation with private family service to be held later. Payne, Patricia Ann Patricia (Patty) Ann Payne - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home - December 6, 2004 - Patricia (Patty) Ann Payne, 53, passed away November 28th, 2004. She is survived by her daughter Theresa Rose Carty of Colorado Springs; mother Louise George of Walsenburg; sisters Josette Balardetta of Colorado Springs; Donna Howlett of Pueblo; Mary Ortibez of Winter Park; Theresa Camerden of Colorado Springs; and brother Paul George of Walsenburg. Patty enjoyed karate, watching movies, going to church and most of all the company of children. She attended the Police Academy in Trinidad from 1969-1971 and more recently did volunteer work in the area. Honorary pallbearers will be James Camerden, Robert Carty, Gary Garlutzo, Paul George, Bernard Guimont, Robert Philbin, John Raye & Luke Raye. Funeral services will be held at Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home on Tuesday December 7th, 2004. The viewing is from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm, with the services at 4:00 pm. There will be a reception following. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the local women's shelter: AADA, PO Box 696, Trinidad, 81082 ATTN: Charlene Tortorice or donations given to the family will be passed on to them. Payne, Patrick Lee Patrick Lee Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - October 24, 2001 - Patrick Lee Payne, 83, former resident of San Luis, passed away Oct. 23 2001, at home in Pueblo. Patrick was born on December 6, 1917 in Questa, New Mexico, the son of Lee and Refugio Payne. He was united in marriage to Belinda Payne on Jan. 25, 1946, in Pueblo. Patrick retired from Centennial R-1 School District in San Luis. During his 34 years as a teacher and principal, he touched the lives of many. Patrick was proud of his service to his country. He was a veteran of World War II. He served in the army from February 1941 through September 1946, during which time he received several medals and commendations. Patrick enjoyed watching sports, keeping up with current events, gardening. and especially the time he spent with his family. Survived by daughter, Beverly Payne; Sons, Dale Payne, Earl (Patricia) Payne, Patrick Payne Jr., all of Pueblo, and Thomas (Ann Margaret) Payne, Denver; Brother Andrew (Juanita) Payne, Pagosa Springs; Sisters, Ruby Payne, Edna Payne, San Luis, Mary Torrez (Denver)Granddaughters, Melinda Payne, Pueblo, Deanna, Trinity, and Lorena Payne, Denver; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Belinda; his parents; brothers, William and Leroy; sisters, Margaret Payne, Alice Gallegos, and Bessie Choury. Services at Sangre de Cristo Church include Rosary Friday 8:00 pm., funeral mass 1:00 pm. Saturday, Rev. Pat Valdez, celebrant. Internment with military honors will follow at Sangre de Cristo Cemetery. The family will greet early arrivals beginning at 11:30 am. at the San Luis Community Center on Saturday. A reception will follow the internment at Friendship Hall. Special thanks to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, Dr. Rust, Dr. Bryant, and Dr. Sloan. Arrangements Romero Family Funeral Home. Alamosa, Co 719-589-5178 Payne, Robert Nelson Robert Nelson Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - August 19, 1958 - Robert Nelson Payne died Saturday at his home in Walsenburg. Born in Unionville, Mo., in 1885. Came to Colorado in 1890, lived in Rye area as a boy. Resident of Walsenburg since 1918. Employed by CF&I 32 years. Member of Methodist Church, Walsenburg. Survived by widow, Margaret Payne; two daughters, Mrs. George Hamlin, Baytown, Tex., and Mrs. Beulah Read of Walsenburg; one brother, Ernest Payne, Banning, Calif.; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services at First Methodist Church, Walsenburg, 9 a.m. Tuesday. Interment Masonic Cemetery, Walsenburg. Payne, Smith Smith "Smitty" Payne - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - September 19, 1995 - Smith "Smitty" Payne, 71, former owner of A-1 Excavating Co., died Sept. 17, 1995, at a local hospital. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Shrine of Remembrance Funeral Home, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel of Roses, with the Rev. Ginny Bittendorf officiating. Entombment will be at the Shrine of Remembrance Mausoleum Garden of Angels. Mr. Payne was born Dec. 29, 1923, in Pauley to Benjamin A. and Sarah Alice (Smith) Payne. He was married Aug. 5, 1945, in Walsenburg to Eva (Cannon) Payne, who lives in Colorado Springs. He also is survived by two daughters, Judy Russell of Littleton and Jeanne Fears of Colorado Springs; three sisters, Thelma Long and Mary Strutton, both of Colorado Springs, and Wilma Vanwey of Florence; and three grandchildren. His two brothers, George B. and Larry A., are deceased. Mr. Payne served overseas in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He had been an area resident since 1938 and graduated from Colorado Springs High School in 1942. He was past master of Colorado Springs Masonic Lodge 76 and a member of Pikes Peak Good Sam's Travel Club and Trinity United Methodist Church. He was a former member of the Ports of Call Travel Club, Colorado City Independent Order of Oddfellows 77, the BPOE 309 and was a square-dance caller for many years. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 1600 Race St., Denver 80206. Payne, Velina B. Velina B. Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - December 21, 2006 - Velina B. Payne, 30, of Colorado Springs. Funeral service, 1:30 p.m. today, Full Gospel Church, Seventh and Kingston. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Family and friends will be received at Romero's Hall following interment. Payne, Victor M. Sr. Victor M. Payne Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - February 09, 2004 - Victor M. Payne Sr. of Cheyenne, Wyo., died Feb. 5, 2004. Survived by wife, Mina; children, Victor (Darlene) Payne, David Payne, Janias (David) Kotlark. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at the funeral home. Ustick Donelson Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Services in charge of arrangements. Payne, W. W. W. W. Payne Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain March 1, 1877 Mr. W. W. Payne, well known to the public as passenger conductor on the Denver and Rio Grande railroad, died of consumption on Sunday. The remains will be sent east by express today. Mr. Payne was a member of the Masonic fraternity and an esteemed member of society. He leaves a bereaved wife who has the sincere sympathies of all our people. Payne, Wesley A. Wesley A. Payne - Pueblo Chieftain - January 22, 2000 - Wesley A. Payne, 84, Pueblo, passed away Jan. 20, 2000. He received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army in 1945. Retired District No. 70 school teacher. Survived by special friend, Norma; daughters, Joanne (Sidney) Pope, Pueblo West, and Donna Woolsey-Keen, Pueblo; grandchildren, Stephanie, Joshua and Seth, all of Pueblo; and great-grandchildren, Jacob, Dawn, Haleigh and Graham, all of Pueblo. Family viewing, 10 a.m. Monday, and funeral service, 1 p.m. Monday, both services at Adrian Comer Funeral Home. Donations may be made to the American Federation of the Blind in memory of Wesley A. Payne or through the funeral home office. Payolak, Mike Mike Payolak - Walsenburg World - May 14, 1908 - Died May 10, 1908, Mike Payolak, aged 2 months. Funeral from family home at Rouse. Pazar, Albert Albert Pazar - Huerfano World - September 30, 1993 - Funeral Mass was Saturday for Albert R. Pazar, 89, of Walsenburg. Mr. Pazar died Sept. 22, 1993, in Huerfano Medical Center where he had been a patient for a brief time. Born Nov. 14, 1903 in Virden, IL, he came to Walsenburg as a young man. He entered the military service in August, 1942 and returned home to Walsenburg as a captain. Mr. Pazar married Emma Bellotti Feb. 3, 1951. He worked for Huerfano Trading Company and Sporleder Sales Company, then became co-owner of Pazar Wholesale Foods with his brother John. He loved gardening and reading. He was a member of St. Mary Church, Knights of Columbus, Elks Lodge #1086 and American Legion, Unit No. 16. Survivors include his brother, John, Walsenburg; a sister, Emy Robinson, Greeley; an uncle, nephews, a niece and other relatives. Burial was in North St. Mary Cemetery. Pazar, Emma A. Emma Pazar - Huerfano World - October 30, 1986 - Mrs. Emma A. Pazar, 79, of Walsenburg, died Tuesday, Oct. 22, 1986, in St. Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo after a brief illness. Born in Rouse Nov. 21, 1906, she had lived all her life in Huerfano County. She graduated from St. Mary High School at age 18 and the following September began teaching after receiving a certificate from Trinidad Extension Department of Colorado State College of Education at Greeley. In 1943, she received her BA in education from Adams State in Alamosa. She taught nine years in rural schools of the area and then received a contract from old District 4 (now Re-1) to teach fourth grade at Hill and later Washington School. Entering politics in the late 1940s, she served as Huerfano County Treasurer until 1951. She returned to the classroom in 1952, continuing until 1972, having taught for a total of about 35 years. She married Albert R. Pazar Feb. 3, 1951, at St. Mary Church. Active in teaching organizations, she belonged to the NEA, the local Teachers Association and Colorado Education Association. She also was active in St. Mary Church participating in Tabernacle Society and Catholic Daughters of America, of which she had served as Grand Regent; St. Mary Prayer Group, the Oblates of St. Benedict and on St. Mary Cemetery Board. Mrs. Pazar is survived by her husband, Albert R. Pazar, Walsenburg; two sisters, Minnie Ugolini and Barbara Habib and a brother Ernest Bellotti, all of Walsenburg. Rosary for members of the Tabernacle Society and CDA was Friday at Boies Almont Memorial Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday from St. Mary Church. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of arrangements. Pazar, John F. John F. Pazar - Huerfano World - December 2, 1999 - John F. Pazar, 86, of Walsenburg, died Nov. 23, 1999 at his home after a lengthy illness. Born Oct. 8, 1913 in Walsenburg to the late John and Amalia Aibner Pazar, he married Mary E. Bann Sept. 11, 1937. Mr. Pazar, a member of St. Mary Church, Knights of Columbus and the BPO Elks, worked for Sporleder Sales Company and in 1957 he became co-owner of Pazar Wholesale Foods Company with his brother, the late Albert Pazar. He retired in 1990. Survivors include his wife, Mary, of the family home in Walsenburg; a son, Bill Pazar, Golden; a daughter, Jeanie Bennetch, Cleona, PA; three grandchildren; a great-granddaughter and a nephew. Funeral mass was from St. Mary Church. Burial was in North St. Mary Cemetery. A reception for family and friends was held after the mass and burial. Pe-a, Julia R. Julia R. Pe-a - Pueblo Chieftain - July 02, 2003 - Julia R. Pea, 98, went home on Friday, June 27, 2003. She was born on Feb. 12, 1905, to the union of Casimiro and Martina (Delgado) Rodriguez. Julia is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Henry; two sons, Jose Rodriguez and Pete Alfaro; two brothers and one sister. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Maria Rodriguez, Tony (Margaret) Alfaro, Eufemia (Salvador) Diaz, Encarnacion Alfaro, Lydia (Manuel) Gallegos, Alberto (Celia) Alfaro, Julia (Mike Lane) Alfaro; 59 grandchildren; 112 great-grandchildren; 85 great-great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. Julia leaves a legacy of memories and traditional values to the five generations following her, by sharing her love of life and enjoying its beauties, either through her many flowers, music and never ending expressions of love. A vigil service will be 7 p.m. today at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. The funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 3, 2003, at Holy Rosary, followed by interment at Roselawn Cemetery. See also Julia R. Pena. Peabody, Calvin Calvin Peabody - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - April 24, 1879 - Mr. Calvin Peabody died at 6:30 P.M. Tuesday, the 22nd inst., aged 50 years and eleven months. The funeral took place from the late residence of the deceased at 10:30 A.M. Thursday, the 25th inst. Peachey, Ada Ada (Mrs. Arthur) Peachey - Walsenburg World-Independent - November 22, 1946 - Mrs. Ada Peachey, 45, wife of Arthur Peachey former residents of Huerfano County, died this morning in a Denver hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Peachey left here several years ago, and have lived in Oak Creek, Colo., since that time. Mrs. Peachey had been in Denver for the past three weeks receiving treatment. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Mrs. J. F. Galutha of Oak Creek, and Mrs. J. B. McKelvey of Alamosa. Other survivors and funeral arrangements will be announced later by the Unfug-Peet mortuary. World Independent November 26, 1946 Funeral services for Mrs. Arthur Peachey, who died Friday, were held Monday afternoon at the Walsenburg Methodist church, with the Rev. H.R. Bauer officiating. Members of the Mariposa chapter, No. 63, Order of Eastern Star of La Veta, conducted services at the grave. Mrs. Peachey was born Sept. 4, 1901, in Fremont county, Colo., and came to Huerfano county in 1922. She lived at Delcarbon until 1927, and then moved to the La Veta community until 1940. For the past six years she had been a resident of Oak Creek. Survivors include her husband, Arthur, of Oak Creek; two daughters, Mrs. J.F. Galufha of Oak Creek and Mrs. J.B. McKelvey of Alamosa; six brothers, James T. Gregory, Walsenburg; William Gregory of LaFayette, Colo.; Tom and Harold Clair of Walsenburg; Clarence Clair of Gordon and Leonard Clair of Oak Creek; four sisters Mrs. Edith Roberts of Canon City; Mrs. Joe H. Patterson of Gordon; Mrs. William Peachey of Oak Creek; and Mrs. Tom Williams of Central City; and by one grandchild. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Unfug-Peet mortuary. Peacock, Audie Marie Audie Marie Peacock - Pueblo Chieftain - January 18, 2003 - Audie Marie Peacock, 64, passed away January 15, 2003. Memorial Service, 1:00pm, Tuesday, January 21, 2003, Disabled American Veterans #39, 2820 O'Neal Ave., Pueblo. Peake, Louis A. Louis A. Peake Pueblo Chieftain August 10, 1904 Died Tuesday, August 9, 1904, Louis A., son of George and Mrs. Peake, aged two years. The funeral will take place from the late residence, 616 East Eighth street, this morning at 10 o'clock. Pearce, Anne Eliza Anne Eliza Nancy McHugh Pearce - The Pueblo Chieftain - July 8, 1954 - Anne Eliza Nancy McHugh Pearce died in Canon City, CO, at the home of her daughter Grace E. Pearce Dunn, on July 7, 1954. Services were held at Vahalla Funeral Home and the burial in the family plot at Mt. View Cemetery, Pueblo, CO. Anne Eliza was born 1864 in Irving, Montgomery, Co. Illinois to Benjamine & Emily Bibyru McHugh. Pearce, Bernetha Bernetha "Bea" Pearce - Pueblo Chieftain - July 30, 1999 - Bernetha "Bea" Pearce, 92, Passed away July 27, 1999. Survived by her son, David Pearce of Long Beach, Calif.- sister, Ruth Greenwell of California-nieces, Martha Plumer of Oregon and Susan Purcell of California- grand nieces and nephews, all of California. receded in death by her husband of 53 years in 1984, Elmer Pearce. Bea was born to Vernon and Gladys Skinner on Nov. 10, 1906, in Canon City. She retired from School District No. 60 as a secretary and also retired from Rocky Mountain Bank Note. She volunteered at Co-Operative Care Center and Parkview Hospital as a Blue Lady. Bea was an active member of First United Methodist Church for more than 60 years, holding offices in many organizations in the church. She also a charter member of Assistance League of Pueblo and more than a 50-year member of Chapter BT,P.E.O. At her request, there will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, July 31, 1999, at First United Methodist Church, 11th and Court, with Rev. Jean Schwien officiating. Pearce, Bill Bill Pearce - Huerfano World - June 12, 2003 - Bill Pearce, of Grand Junction and a former resident of Walsenburg in the 1970's, passed away on May 7, 2003 at his home. He was surrounded by his family. He was 67 years old. Bill was born on March 14, 1936 in Pritchett to Raymond B. and Alma Lee Pearce. He spent most of his childhood in southeastern Colorado, graduating from Kim High School. Bill married Donna Jones on June 4, 1955 in Raton, NM. They resided in the Kim area, where he worked at ranches, farmed and was employed by the Kim Oil Co. Bill then moved on in his career, working for the Colorado Department of Transportation in cities across the state. Bill enjoyed outdoor activities with his family, especially Little Britches Rodeo with his children and grandchildren. The happiest times of Bill's life were when he was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. A lifetime dream came true for him by going to Alaska 19 days before his death, provided by his oldest son, Perry Pearce, along with his wife, Donna. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Donna, of Grand Junction; three sons, Perry Pearce, of Blackhawk, Doug Pearce (Jaime), of Craig, and Jim Pearce, of Grand Junction; one daughter, Twyla Denning (Jon), of Yampa; two brothers, Hershel Pearce, of Grand Junction, and Ray Pearce, of Pueblo; one uncle, Curt Thompson, of Grand Junction; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. His parents, two brothers and one grandchild preceded Bill in death. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado. Pearce, Homer Herbert Homer Herbert Pearce - The Pueblo Chieftain - May 16, 1954 - Homer Herbert Pearce of 443 Alma, passed away in a local hospital Friday afternoon, May 14, 1954. He was the husband of Neva L. Holcomb Pearce and father of Mrs. Lorna Mathews, Mill Valley CA.; Mrs. Lenore Privett, Pueblo, CO; Paul Gene Pearce, Pueblo, CO.; and Kenneth Pearce, Beulah, CO. He was the brother of Grace E. Dunn, Canon City, CO. and Frank W. Pearce, Alaska. Mr. Pearce had lived in Pueblo for over 40 years, and belonged to the Lake Avenue Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Valhalla funeral Home! Chapel, conducted by the Rev. V. L. Currie. Interment will follow in the family plot in Valhalla Memorial Park. Pearce, Mary Ann Mary Ann Pearce - Pueblo Chieftain - November 01, 2005 - Mary Ann Pearce, 85, born May 16, 1920, in Walsenburg, Colo., passed away Oct. 30, 2005, in Pueblo, Colo. Survived by her loving family, son, John (Felicia) Pearce; granddaughters, Suzanne (Randal) Liebnow and Pamela (James) Volk; and great-grandchildren, Corinne Volk, Tristen Volk, Emily Liebnow and Andrew Liebnow. She will be greatly missed by her brother, Charles Grando; sisters, Minnie Langowski and Janet (Charles) Scancarello; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Marco and Mary (Maucione) Grando; brother, John Grando; brother-in-law, Charles Langowski; sister-in-law, Mary V. Grando; and nephew, John Scancarello. Mary worked at S.H. Kress for over 30 years. She was loving and caring, known for her dedication to her Catholic faith and devotion to the Blessed Mother. A special thank you to the staff at the Sharmar Village Extended Care Facility for the loving care they gave our mother. Pallbearers will be Mark Grando, Mike Bosso, Eugene Langowski, Bob Bertolino, August Morelli and Tyler Haun. Visitation, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2005, and Rosary, 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3; both at Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Pearce, Nita Natalie Nita Natalie Pearce - Pueblo Chieftain - July 06, 2005 - Nita Natalie Pearce, loving daughter, mother, sister and grandmother, left this world June 30, 2005, after a long fight with cancer. Born in Gentry, Ark., on July 4, 1933, Nita was a longtime resident of Pueblo and most recently of Delta, Colo. Nita enjoyed a long career as a realtor in Pueblo and surrounding areas. She is survived by her mother, Lorena H. Biby of Pueblo; five children, Deborah (Virgil) Barnhart, Marvin Pearce, both of Delta, Harlen (Pam) Pearce of Manzanola, Charlotte (Robert) Kennymore of Rye, and Kitty Northup of Belfair, Wash. She also is survived by her brother, Billy C. Biby of Sun City, Fla.; and her sister, Winifred Kreider of Fowler; 17 grandchildren, and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Harry H. Biby; brother, Harry James Biby; children's father, H. Kenneth Pearce; and grandson, Kenneth J. Barnhart. Graveside service, 3 p.m. Thursday, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends at the Villa Pueblo Towers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Montrose County Hospice, 645 S. Fifth St., Montrose, CO, 81402. Pearce, Robert B. Robert B. Pearce - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 2002 - Robert B. Pearce passed away Jan. 24, 2002. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Helen Pearce; and his brother-in-law, Gilbert R. Sluder. He is survived by his son, Vince (Camilla) Pearce; grandson, Sebastian; sisters, Lois (Harold) Sheard and Shirley (Phillip) Youngren; nephews and nieces, Chris (Terry) Sluder, Dr. Richard (Karen) Sluder, Eric T. Sluder, Leigh Anne Sutton, Patricia (Craig) Patterson and Carol (Jeff) Whaley. Bob was a brilliant man with a love for his family, American history and "The Wild West." At his request, cremation and no services. Pearce, William Herbert William Herbert Pearce - The Pueblo Chieftain - December 8, 1925 - The funeral of William Herbert Pearce took place Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the United Davis-Vorhies Chapel. Rev. C. M. Benight conducted the services. A quartet composed of Miss Roberta Owens, Miss Stella Jackson, Mrs. George Devilbiss and Mrs. Roy Shouse, accompanied by Mrs. E. W. Mayhew sang, "Safe In The Arms Of Jesus," " No Night There," and "My Jesus As Thou Wilt." The flower bears were Madams William Edwards, G. R. Whitman, C. M. Benight and M. A. Doty. The pallbearers were G. L. Fisher, J. H. Mooney, W. O. Rodarmel, J. E. West, J. Myres and W. Bullock. Interment was at the family lot in Mountain View Cemetery, Pueblo, CO (9) William Herbert was born April 6, 1861 in Bond Co. Pocahontus, Illinois. Son of Lemuel J. & Sarah Ann Hobbs Pearce. Member of the Neighbors of Wood Carvers, The Knights of Malta- Rocky Mt. Comandry #442 (Masonic Lodge.) Student in Teachers Department in 1887 of Northern Indiana Norm! al School, as Valparaiso University was formerly known. Valparaiso, Indiana. Worked as a painter for the AT&SF RR from 1900 until his death. Salida CO. & Pueblo, CO. William died Dec. 6, 1925 at the Railroad Hospital in La Junta, Otero Co. CO. United Davis-Vorhies Funeral Home - Information Pearcey, Sarah Sarah Pearcey Pueblo Indicator January 8, 1916 Deaths and Funerals Sarah, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earnest F. Pearcey, was buried at Mt. View cemetery Sunday afternoon. Pearl, George Francis George Francis Pearl - Pueblo Chieftain - February 15, 2000 - George Francis Pearl, age 75, formerly of Rocky Ford, died Feb. 13 in Aurora, Colo. Survived by wife, Rosa Pearl, Pueblo; sons, Michael and Eileen Pearl, Aurora, and Donald and Amy Pearl, Atlanta, Ga.; and brothers, Leland and Fredrick Pearl, both of Rocky Ford. Funeral Mass, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Rocky Ford, Father John Farley officiating. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery. Visitation, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Peter's Catholic Church direct or through the funeral home. Pearl, Grace A. Grace A. Pearl - Pueblo Chieftain - August 29, 1999 - Grace A. Pearl, 89, Pueblo resident for more than 75 years, passed away Aug. 25, 1999. Born on March 3, 1910, in Arnold, Kan. Predeceased by husband, William T. Pearl, in 1989, after 62 years of marriage- and grandchildren, Dawn Pearl and Michael Abeyta. Survived by children, Winona (Marvin) Potter, Willard (Donna) Pearl and Raymond (Ann) Pearl, of Pueblo- Ruth (Bob) Masgai, Canon City, and Bill (Jan) Pearl, Powell, Wyo.- 19 grandchildren- 22great-grandchildren- two great-great-grandchildren- and sisters, Fern Combest, Ransom, Kan., and Thelma (Richard) Metz, Pueblo. Grace was a member of the Broadway and Orman Church of Christ and a life member of Eastern Star. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Red Mountain Youth Camp, co Broadway and Orman Church of Christ, 611 Broadway, in her memory. Service, 2p.m. Monday, Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Memorial Gardens. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. today, and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. The family may be contacted at 4 Alta Loma at the home of Willard Pearl. Pearl, Rosa M. Rosa M. Pearl - Pueblo Chieftain - May 13, 2002 - Rosa M. Pearl, age 77, of Pueblo, formerly of Rocky Ford, died May 11, 2002, in Pueblo. Born Feb. 8, 1925, in La Junta, Colo., to Leo H. Matern and Anna Doyle Matern. She married George Francis Pearl on Dec. 26, 1947, in La Junta, Colo. Mrs. Pearl was a homemaker and bookkeeper. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church in Rocky Ford. Survived by sons, Michael (Eileen) Pearl, Aurora, and Donald (Amy) Pearl. Atlanta, Ga.; grandchildren, Mary and Charles Pearl, Aurora; sisters, Mary Ann Linder, Pueblo, Agnes King, Pueblo, and Connie Klein, Albuquerque, N.M.; and brother, John Matern, Pueblo. Preceded in death by parents, Leo and Anna Matern,; husband, George F. Pearl; sister, Catherine Marie Matern; and granddaughter, Emily Pearl. Services, 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2002, at St. Peter's Catholic Church. Officiated by Father John Farley. Organist, Mrs. Betty Jo Thomas. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery, Rocky Ford. Visitation at the funeral home from 1 to 8 p.m. Monday. Memorials may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 704 Elmhurst Place, Pueblo, CO 81004. Pearson, Alice Mary Alice Mary Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - March 21, 2001 - Departed this life March 18, 2001. Alice was born in Modoc, Kan., June 20, 1906. Alice lived in Pueblo from childhood and in more recent years moved to Blackfoot, Idaho, and resided with family. She was active in church and civic organizations and held various offices in Carpenters Auxiliary, Local 362 in Pueblo. She remained active in church activities after moving to Blackfoot. She was a kind and caring wife, mother and friend and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Lawrence "Lucky" Goodbar; and husband, Mervin "Pete" Pearson. She is survived by her children, Warren V. (Barbara) Pearson, Donald L. Pearson and LaVilla (John) Shriver, all of Pueblo, and son, E.A. Tim (Diana) Pearson of Blackfoot; grandchildren, Danette (Derek) Groves, Berdine (Brian) Jordan and James, Brock and Jake Pearson; great-grandchildren, Kristin and Steven Groves; nephews, Arthur (Maybell) Pearson, Chelsie Pearson and Lawrence (Barbara) Pearson; niece, Margaret Stanifer; and numerous relatives. Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 23, in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, 2710 N. Elizabeth, with the Rev. Robert Windsor officiating. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. A reception will be held for family and friends at Wesley United Methodist Church, 85 Stanford, following graveside services. In lieu of food and flowers, the family respectfully requests memorials be made to the Wesley United Methodist Church, 85 Stanford Ave., Pueblo, CO 81005 or the charity of your choice. Pearson, Almacia A. Almacia A. Pearson Trinidad Enterprise November 7, 1874 Died. At Oldtown, Maine, October 22nd Mrs. Almacia A. Pearson, late of Trinidad, wife of Henry L. Pearson, Esq., aged 42 years and 2 months. His many friends will deeply sympathise with our friend in his sad bereavement. Pearson, Arthur L. Arthur L. Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - May 23, 2006 - Arthur L. Pearson, 90, passed away May 20, 2006. Survived by his siblings, Chelsea "Chuck" Pearson, Lawrence "Buss" Pearson and Margaret Stanifer; daughter-in-law, Barbara Pearson; former daughter-in-law, Barbara Moore, all of Pueblo; grandchildren, Jim (Susie) Pearson of Pueblo and Danney Rose of Caon City; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Maebelle E. "Bobo" Pearson on Nov. 18, 2001; son, Clyde R. "Butch" Pearson on March 29, 2002; brother, Lyle Pearson; and grandson, Jeff Pearson. Arthur was born to Elmer and Madeline (Kamm) Pearson on Nov. 30, 1915, in White City, Kan. He was raised and educated in Pueblo. He was employed by the U.S. Corps of Engineers and AT&SF Railroad before entering the military during WWII, serving in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre of operations. After being discharged from the military, he was employed by the Colorado Department of Transportation, in the capacity of district design engineer during the construction of the Pueblo and Colorado Springs freeways, as well as numerous other roadway projects throughout Southern Colorado. Arthur was subsequently assigned district engineer at Grand Junction, covering most of the Colorado Western Slope and later served as staff construction engineer in Denver with statewide responsibility. Arthur retired in 1977, and enjoyed fishing, traveling and yard work. Member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion. As per his request, there will be no viewing. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, May 26, 2006, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 107 E. Routt, with Pastor Tom Peacock officiating. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Those who desire, may make memorials to the St. Paul UMC through Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors. Pearson, Axel Axel "Leonard" Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - June 29, 1986 - Axel "Leonard" Pearson passed away June 24, 1986, after a lengthy illness. Preceded in death by brother, Edwin. Survived by his wife, Catherine Pearson; stepdaughters, Patricia (Russ) Longgrear, Marcia Berger, Rita (Randy) Heaton, all of Pueblo. Brother of Ellen (Lee) Corning of Sunnyvale, Calif.; Elmer (Alice) Pearson of Denver; and Al (Rowena) Pearson of Dillon Also survived by nine step-grandchildren, two step-great-granddaughters and numerous nieces and nephews from Denver and California. Memorial service at 9 a.m. Monday, June 30, in Rose Chapel, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home with the Rev. Randy Heaton officiating. Interment at 1 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Denver. Pearson, Barbara M. Barbara M. Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - March 26, 2006 - Barbara M. Pearson, 76, born in Pueblo, Oct. 30, 1929, passed away March 23, 2006. Survived by loving husband of 56 years, Lawrence M. Pearson; children, Dr. Lawrence F. (Monica) Pearson, Calif.; Kenneth B. (Elaine) Pearson, Denver; Judith (John) Davis, Montrose; Brian J. (Tiffiney) Pearson, Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Nicole, Ashley, Stephen, Piper, Kamden and Christopher; sister, Shirley (Robert) Gallagher, Littleton; brother-in-law, Richard Mihalco; and many other relatives and friends and her loving dog, Bonnie. We will miss her very much. Preceded in death by sister, Maurine Mihalco. She was employed at Joslins and Dillards for over 17 years. Barbara was the swim meet manager for the Inaugural (1977) Olympic Sports Festival, was a founder and president of the Pueblo Swim Club, and a member of La Sertoma. Barbara was active in bridge club and enjoyed watching her children participate in sporting events and activities and was very supportive of her children. Viewing 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Rosary 7 p.m. Monday at the George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Pearson, Betty Lou Betty Lou Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - June 29, 2006 - Betty Lou Pearson, 82 of Beulah, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 26, 2006. She was born April 16, 1924 in Pueblo. Preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Norene Twombly. Survived by her loving husband of 63 years, John; sister, Patricia O'Brien of Arizona; sons, Jon R. (Atsuko) Pearson of California and Martin W. Pearson of Winter Park; grandchildren, Hikaru (Maria) Pearson of California, Ayano (David) Fulcher of California, Michelle (Bob) Dominguez of Pueblo, Heather Evanoff of Pueblo and Joshua (Cassandra) of Castle Pines. She also is survived by eight great-grandchildren, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and many wonderful friends. Betty Lou was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Cremation. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Saturday, July 1, 2006, Beulah Valley United Methodist Church. Pearson, Clyde R. Clyde R. "Butch" Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - April 03, 2002 - Age 60, passed away March 29, 2002. Survived by his wife, Barbara Pearson, of the family home; father, Arthur L. Pearson, Pueblo ; son, James (Susan) Pearson, Pueblo ; stepson, Danney Rose, Pueblo ; grandchildren, Ricky Pearson, Brandise Pearson and Megan Pearson; step-grandchildren, Donald Rose, Quinten Rose and Danielle Rose; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; many close friends, including Allen Jones and Danny Kriedelbaugh. Preceded in death by his mother, Maebelle E. "Bobo" Pearson on Nov. 18, 2001; and his son, Jeffrey Pearson. Butch was born Aug. 17, 1941, in Pueblo. He graduated from Centennial High School in 1959 and Western State College in 1963. Butch holds two Colorado state records, one for most fumbles recovered and the other for most fumbles recovered for a touchdown. He was also named by the United Press, Colorado State Player of the Week, while at Centennial. He taught and coached in Casper, Wyo., and for Pueblo School District No. 60. He was revered as an outstanding and favorite teacher. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2002, at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 107 E. Routt, with the Rev. Tim Goettel officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul UMC, through the funeral home. The family will greet friends and relatives at 2516 Carlton Place following the service. Pearson, Edith L. Edith L. Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 1998 - Edith L. Pearson, 89, passed away Jan. 24, 1998, in Lamar. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. today at Fairmount Cemetery, Lamar. Pearson, Helen M. Helen M. Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - August 28, 1986 - Helen M. Pearson, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Aug. 26, 1986, after a lengthy illness. She was a lifelong resident of Pueblo. Wife of Edward F. Pearson, of the family home. Mother of Peggy (Larry) Green, Mike (Carol) Pearson, Fred Pearson, Nancy (John) Valdez, Pam (Frank) Mittino, Julie Pearson, and Tim Pearson. She had 11 grandchildren. Also survived by three sisters, Betty Gilbert of Pueblo, Dorothy Rodosevich of Denver, and Ruth Rosenburg of Durango; a sister-in-law, Janice Masar of Denver, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and close family friend, Martha Ceja. Mrs. Pearson was a member of Shrine of St. Therese, where the rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 29. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. Pearson, Joan V. Joan V. Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - November 23, 1997 - Joan V. Pearson, passed away Nov. 22, 1997. Survived by her husband, Chelsie Pearson, to whom she was married on Sept. 6, 1941- son, Robert (Cindy) Pearson, Broomfield- and their children, Michael (Christy) Pearson, Denver, Geoffrey (Sabrina) Pearson, Casper, Wyo., Jennifer Pearson, Broomfield- son, Bill (Linda) Pearson- and their children, Wesley, Suzanne, Kaleena, and Nathaniel, all of Lakewood. Also survived by two great-grandchildren, Stacia and Rachel. Mrs. Pearson attended Thatcher School and graduated from Centennial High School. She earned her associate degree at Stephens College in Columbia, Mo., and also attended Colorado College graduating with a bachelor's degree in 1940. Mrs. Pearson was a member of P.E.O., Junior League and Delta Gamma Sorority. Cremation, Almont Crematory. , Tuesday, 2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Memorial Fund in Joan's name. Pearson, Maebelle Maebelle E. "Bobo" Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - November 20, 2001 - Maebelle Pearson, 84, passed away Nov. 18, 2001. Survived by her husband, Arthur L. Pearson, of the family home; son, Clyde "Butch" (Barbara) Pearson, Pueblo; brothers-in-law, Chelsie Pearson and Lawrence (Barbara) Pearson, both of Pueblo; sister-in-law, Margaret Stanifer, Pueblo; grandson, James (Susie) Pearson, Pueblo West; step-grandson, Danney (Deandra) Rose, Pueblo; great-grandchildren, Ricky, Brandice and Megan Pearson and Donald, Quinten and Dannielle Rose. Preceded in death by her grandson, Jeff Pearson. Maebelle was born on July 1, 1917, in Pueblo and was a lifetime Puebloan. She married Arthur Pearson on Dec. 24, 1937, in Pueblo and they would have celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary this year. She was a devoted and helping person, always kind and never had a bad thing to say about anyone. She is one of the last members of the First Stillman Lassie Band at Central High School. Maebelle enjoyed camping, traveling, working crossword puzzles, knitting and collecting elephants. At her request, there will be no viewing. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2001, at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 107 E. Routt Ave., with the Rev. Timothy Goettel officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, those who desire may make memorials to the St. Paul United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, c/o the funeral home. Pearson, Raymond E. Raymond E. Pearson - Pueblo Chieftain - June 17, 1986 - Raymond E. Pearson, June 16, 1986. Husband of Lucille Pearson, whom he married July 22, 1937, in Rockford, Ill. Father of Dennis (Paula) Pearson, and grandfather of Tim Pearson, all of Pueblo. Brother of Dorothy (Clarence) Peterson and George (Shirley) Pearson, all of Rockford, Ill. Also survived by several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Preceded in death by a brother, Louis Pearson in 1972. Mr. Pearson served with the U.S. Army from 1943-1946, and worked as a machinist at a metal lithography plant in Illinois, moving to Pueblo in November 1979. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church and VFW Post 342 in Illinois. Services and interment will be in Rockford, Ill. Peats, Donald Edward Jr. Donald Edward Peats Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - March 09, 2006 - Donald Edward Peats Jr., 65, went to be with the Lord on March 7, 2006. Survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Iva Peats; children, Deanna (Joe) Nettles, Donella (Vince) Guerrero, Devona (Brian) Repola; two brothers, Douglas (Nancy) Peats, Dennis (Carol) Peats; sister, Barbara (John) Walker; many nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members. Fondly known as Papa to his grandchildren, Joshua, Jonathan and Kyle. Don's passion in life was working at Holloran's Realty with his father and teaching at District 60. Don was a member of First Church of the Nazarene for many years. One of his favorite pastimes was spending time in the mountains, fishing with his family at Taylor Reservoir. Don loved the Lord, church and his family. Visitation, 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, First Church of the Nazarene. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to First Church of the Nazarene. Peats, Edith Jewel Edith Jewel Peats - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 2001 - Edith Jewel Peats passed away Oct. 26, 2001. Preceded by parents, Elias and Ella Boley and her loving husband, Donald E. Peats Sr. She is survived by her children, Barbara (John) Walker, Donald (Iva) Peats Jr., Douglas (Nancy) Peats, Dennis (Carol) Peats; grandchildren, Laura, Lanette, Deanna, Donella, Devona, Brian, Bradley, Kathleen, Crystal and Dawn; great-grandchildren, Shavone, Nathan, Daniel, Joshua, Jonathan, Jeanifer, Braylen and Kayla. Also survived by brothers, George Boley and Jim Boley; sister, Ellen Sickenberger; sister-in-law, Helen Moe; and special companion, her loving pet, Princess; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Edith is best remembered as someone who always put her family first. She loved to cook and most of all she loved being a mother and grandmother. She was an avid member of the First Church of the Nazarene. Throughout her many years involved with the church she was always willing to help however she was needed. She will be sadly missed by all those who loved and cared for her. Visitation at the funeral home, noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, at the First Church of the Nazarene, interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Donations can be made in her name to the First Church of the Nazarene in care of T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home. Family and friends may express their condolences at the home of Donald and Iva Peats, 9 Altadena Drive, Pueblo. Peavey, Grant W. Grant W. Peavey - Colorado Springs Gazette - June 20, 2009 - Grant, 45, went to heaven after a ten year brave and heroic battle with cancer. Grant was born in Pueblo, Colorado to Hugh Peavy and Deanna Gibbens-Peavy. The family moved to Colorado Springs when he was 5 and Grant continued to live there the rest of his life. Grant graduated from Palmer High School in Colorado Springs in 1981. He married Cathy Orosz of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on August 19, 1988 at Fox Run Park in Black Forest, Colorado. Grant worked and co-owned Ardako Wood Products, a custom millwork shop in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In his free time he restored old gas pumps, composed, sang and played guitar with his friends and spent many weekends over the years camping and four wheeling with his family and friends. Grant is survived by his wife Cathy, two sons, Travis and Weston and grandson Jeremiah. He is also survived by his mother Deanna Peavy, sister Lynnelle and niece Karianne all of Colorado Springs and his father Hugh Peavy of Texas. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, brother and sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews and an enormous amount of great friends. The ripple effect of Grant's presence in our lives will resonate longer and farther than any of us can truly comprehend. A Celebration of Grant's Life will be held at a Memorial Service on Monday, June 22, at 1:00 PM. at Friendship Assembly of God Church, 3685 New Center Pt., Colorado Springs, Colorado. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Grant's memory to The Lance Armstrong Foundation at Livestrong.org or by phone at (877) 236-8820. Pecarraro, Francisco Francisco Pecarraro Akron Weekly Pioneer Press January 18, 1901 At Trinidad, Nicoll Ferraro, Luciano Perrino and Nofrio Calasso, all Sicilians, were sentenced on the 9th instant to not less than ten nor more than thirty years in the penitentiary for the murder at Berwind of an Italian, Francisco Pecarraro. Pechek, Charles F. Charles F. Pechek - Pueblo Chieftain - October 13, 1998 - Charles F. Pechek, 79, passed away Oct. 12, 1998. Survived by his brothers, Fred, Robert (Mae) Pechek, Daniel (Mary) Pechek- sisters, Elsie (Joe) Chorak and Mary (Albert) Drobnick, all of Pueblo, Colo. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Ann (Raymond) Pechek and Beverly (Phillip) Pechek- as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents- sister, Ann Giarratano- and brothers, Joe, Ludwig, Frank, Phillip and Raymond Pechek. Mr. Pechek was a World War II United States Army veteran, receiving the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge and numerous awards and campaigns. He retired from the CF&I Steel Corporation with 25 years of service. Visitation, Wednesday, noon to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, Thursday, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Church or Sangre de Cristo Hospice. The family requests the omission of food. Friends will be received at a reception following the interment at St. Mary Church. Pechek, Daniel E. Daniel E. "Guzz" Pechek - Pueblo Chieftain - August 13, 2003 - Daniel E. "Guzz" Pechek, 77, affectionately known as "Papa" to his grandchildren, passed away Aug. 11, 2003. Husband of Mary Pechek of the family home; father of Danille (Steve) Hoover and Michelle (Dennis) McKenzie, both of Pueblo, and Danny Joe Pechek, who preceded him in death. Grandfather of Dustin and Tiffany Hoover, and Chelsie, Tahnee and Kayleigh McKenzie. Also survived by brother, Bobby (Mae) Pechek; and sister, Mitzi Drobnick, both of Pueblo; special sister-in-law, Kay Chorak; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and sisters-in-law. Preceded also in death by two sisters and seven brothers. Daniel was the youngest of the Pechek sons. Mr. Pechek worked at CF&I for 38 years, retiring as a foreman in the Rail Mill. He was a United States Navy Veteran having served during World War II. He was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese, and Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE). He loved bowling, golf and especially watching his grandchildren play sports. He was particularly fond of being his grandchildren's taxi service. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Shrine of St. Therese. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. The family requests the omission of food and flowers. Please make memorial contributions to the Shrine of St. Therese or the American Heart Association in Guzz's memory. Pechek, Frank A. Frank A. "Inky" Pechek - Pueblo Chieftain - September 15, 1987 - Frank A. "Inky" Pechek of 1123 Egan, Sept. 12, 1987. Brother of Ludwig "Zack" Pechek, Fred "Coogan" Pechek, Charles "Chip" Pechek, Robert (Mary) Pechek, Daniel (Mary) Pechek, Ann (Tony) Giarratano, Elsie (Joseph) Chorak and Mitzi (Al) Drobnick, all of Pueblo. Survived also by numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Joseph Pechek, 1951, Anna Pechek, 1976; and brothers, Joe Pechek, 1952, Phillip Pechek, 1980, and Raymond "Razza" Pechek, 1980. A native Puebloan, Mr. Pechek served in the U.S. Army for 27 years. He survived the Bataan Death March, serving with Gen. Wainwright, side by side, and was awarded the Purple Heart, and was a prisoner of war for 44 months during World War II. He also worked at the U.S. Post Office for several years. He was a well-known boxing figure in Colorado, having won the state Flyweight Championship and later, when he turned professional, he captured the bantam weight title for the state of Colorado. He also was a well-known baseball figure in the community. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Monday, George McCarthy Funeral Home. At his request, private services and interment, Arlington National Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Pechek, Fred Anthony Fred Anthony Pechek - Pueblo Chieftain - December 06, 2005 - Fred Anthony Pechek, Jr., 65, of Vista, CA., passed away on Dec. 2, 2005, unexpectedly, at Tri City Medical Center. Fred was born on May 28, 1940 in Pueblo, CO. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred "Coogan" Pechek and Mildred "Millie" Pechek of Pueblo, CO. He is survived by his very loving wife, Dottie, of 23 years; daughters, Karen Pechek of San Diego, Kelly Duty of Bakersfield, and J.J. Newman-James and husband Ivan James, all of Vista; grandchildren include, Jeffrey Odnert, Sydney & Kelsey Newman; sisters, Marge (Bert) Pisciotta, Sandy (Allan) Juno, Jacque Geary; nieces and nephews, Michael (Janet) Pisciotta, Paul Pisciotta, Susan Pisciotta, Erik (Michelle) Juno, Douglas and Todd Juno, Katelyn & Kyle Geary; great nephew, Andrew Pisciotta and great niece Arlana Pisciotta; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins & many dear friends; & a very special friend and cousin, Wayne Pechek. Upon graduation from Catholic High School in Pueblo, CO., he attended the University Of Notre Dame where he achieved a B.S. in Physical Education in 1963, & an M.A. in Educational Administration in 1966. He obtained another Master's degree in Physical Education from Purdue University in 1969. 1958-59 Fred attended St. Ambrose College in Davenport, Iowa. In 1963-1964 Fred taught Math, Civics, and Physical Education at Vineland Jr. High School, Pueblo, CO. He coached football, basketball, wrestling and track during these years. From 1964-67 Fred was a graduate assistant in Physical Education at Notre Dame University & varsity assistant coach. He then spent one year in Catskill, N.Y. teaching English & Physical Education. In 1968-69 he returned as a graduate assistant in Physical Education & varsity assistant wrestling coach at Purdue University while completing his second Master's degree. Fred Pechek became Assistant Professor of Physical Education at West Liberty State College, W.Va., in 1969 & remained there until 1973. He was head wrestling coach & assistant football coach. From 1973 through 1975, Fred taught Physical Education activity courses & was Head Wrestling Coach at the University of Notre Dame. Here he compiled two of the best wrestling seasons in Notre Dame's history, setting or tying existing records. In 1975 Fred became Coach and Physical Education Teacher at Mira Costa College, Oceanside, CA. He served as the defensive football coach for eight years. He coached wrestling for four years. He was men's and women's head tennis coach for 16 years. He also taught health and nutrition classes. During his years of coaching & teaching, Fred lived & taught the constant search for excellence that has become the hallmark of his life. In 2000, Fred was inducted into the Greater Pueblo Sports Association Hall of Fame. He retired from Mira Costa on May 24, '02. Fred's most favorite past time was his love of college football and the season. He followed the season through all of the college bowls, Notre Dame being at the top of his list! He also looked forward, annually, to his trip to the NCAA Wrestling Tournament. More of Fred's past times include, exercising, crossword puzzles, birds, traveling, live theatre, volunteering (at the Moonlight Stage Productions, American Cancer Society &Rancho Bernardo Joslyn Senior Center) & spending time with family & friends. Most of all, Fred's love of music was utmost in his everyday living, one of his known quotes is "Life should have background music." Many know Fred for playing the accordion which he loved so dearly. Fred's presence always lit up a room & everyone knew a good time was ahead! In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his memory to Moonlight Angels Auxiliary, P.O. Box 3403, Vista, CA., 92085; St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Please join us to celebrate his life at Freddie's Soiree at El Camino Country Club, 6p.m.- 9p.m., Thurs., Dec. 8, 2005. Pechek, Fred Sr. Fred "Coogan" Pechek Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - November 07, 2002 - Fred "Coogan" Pechek Sr., 96, born Oct. 21, 1906, to the union of Joseph and Anna Pechek, passed away Nov. 6, 2002. Predeceased by his wife, "Millie" Nov. 24, 1981; parents; brothers, Joe, Zack, Hank, Inky, Razza and Chip; sister, Ann Giarratano. Survived by children, Marge (Bert) Pisciotta, Fred (Dottie) Pechek Jr., Sandy (Allan) Juno, Jacque (Welles) Geary; grandchildren, Michael (Janet) Pisciotta, Paul Pisciotta, Susan Pisciotta, Karen Pechek, Erik Juno (Michelle Montplaiser), Douglas and Todd Juno, Katelyn and Kyle Geary, Kelly Duty, Jennifer Newman; great-grandchildren, Andrew and Arlana Pisciotta, Jeffrey Odnert, Sydney and Kelsey Newman; brothers, Daniel (Mary) Pechek and Robert (Mae) Pechek; sisters, Elsie (Joseph) Chorak and Mitzi Drobnick; sisters-in-law, Anna Pechek and Beverly Pechek; and numerous nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and friends. Coogan was employed for 44 years by the CF&I, retiring in 1969. He played for numerous semipro baseball teams in the 1930s and 1940s. He was inducted into the Greater Pueblo Sports Hall of Fame in 1998. He also participated in boxing, bowling and golf, through the years. He will be sadly missed and forever remembered. He was a member of St. Mary Church. He will lie in state at the funeral home Friday from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. with the family receiving friends and relatives from 5 until 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, 2002, at Our Lady of the Meadows, 23 Starling, with the Rev. Father Roger Dorcy as celebrant. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pechek, Robert John Robert John "Giz" Pechek - Pueblo Chieftain - December 02, 2000 - Robert John "Giz" Pechek, age 43, born May 23, 1957, passed away Nov. 29, 2000. Robert is survived by his children, Brian Pechek and Michael Pechek; and the mother of his children, Rae Ann Pechek, all of Colorado Springs. He is also survived by his mother, Anna Pechek, Pueblo; brother, Raymond (JoLynn) Pechek, Pueblo; and sisters, Rae Anne (John) White, Cheyenne, Wyo., Susan (Dennis) McGraw and Peggy (Pete) Medina, all of Pueblo; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father, Raymond "Razza" Pechek, and nephew, Daniel "D.J." Kochevar. Robert was a member of Teamsters Local No. 3. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service Monday, 7 p.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Colorado Springs Gazette - December 3, 2000 - Mr. Robert John "Giz" Pechek, 43, died Nov. 29, 2000, in Colorado Springs. He was employed in bread sales as a delivery person. Mr. Pechek was born May 23, 1957, in Pueblo. He is survived by two sons, Brian and Michael; the mother of his sons, RaeAnn; his mother, Anna; a brother, Raymond; and three sisters, RaeAnne White, Susan McGraw, and Peggy Pechek-Medina. Services will be at 7 p.m. Monday at George McCarthy Historic Chapel, 400 Broadway St., Pueblo, (719) 542-4434. Cremation is planned. Memorial contributions may be made to the George McCarthy Funeral Home, 401 Broadway St., Pueblo 81004-2195. Pechnik, Lorraine V. Lorraine V. Pechnik - Pueblo Chieftain - August 11, 2001 - Age 69, passed away Aug. 8, 2001, at the Life Care Center of Pueblo. She is preceded by her parents, Frank and Francis Pechnik; one sister; and three brothers. Survived by sisters, Frances Babich and Helen (Ed) Miklich; nieces, Jean Halerson of Clinton, Wis., Edlyn Plute of Colorado Springs, Mary Ann Miklich of Pueblo, as well as several nieces and nephews. She is best remembered as operating the Wonder Bread Thrift Store for over 30 years until her retirement. Lorraine was a lifetime member of St. Mary Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Our Daughters of Isabel, the Chi Gamma Chi Club and SNPJ No. 21. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, 2001, at St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Peck, Daniel D. Daniel D. Peck - Pueblo Chieftain - September 23, 2001 - Daniel D. Peck, 51, of Frederick, Colorado, former Puebloan, passed away Sept. 20, Survived by his wife, Judy Peck, and son, Christopher Peck, both of Frederick. Service, 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Tri-Town Baptist Church, Frederick. Ahlberg Funeral Chapel and Cremation, Longmont. Peck, Donald Lee Donald Lee "Snowball" Peck - Pueblo Chieftain - June 16, 2001 - Donald Lee "Snowball" Peck, 77, of Penrose, died June 13, 2001, at his home. He was born on Sept. 27, 1928, in Clarks, Neb., to Lloyd E. and Lillie (Hansen) Peck. Mr. Peck was baptized into the Danish Lutheran Church. Mr. Peck grew up and attended schools in Nebraska. He served with the U.S. Navy during WWII. In 1951, he moved to Greeley, Colo., where he worked in construction and engineering for Mountain Bell. He then transferred to Pueblo, continuing his career for 30 years, retiring in 1983. In 1977, he moved to Penrose. During the early years of racing, he was involved with PMI (Pueblo Motorsports Inc.) working in various positions, including being in charge of security during racing events. He enjoyed hunting, ice fishing and salmon fishing, during the summer. He loved to cook, and when he stopped hunting himself, he cooked for hunters in their camps and even spent a season cooking for an Outfitter in the Gunnison area. Mr. Peck was "Santa" for many years with numerous organizations and schools in Fremont County. On Aug. 23, 1963, in Taos, N.M., he married Joann E. Conners, who survives. His children survive him, Stewart T. Baker of Seattle, Wash., Daniel D. (Judy) Peck of Craig, Donita L. (Boyd) Refferty of Pueblo, Julie (John) Dyer of Penrose, Joel L. Peck of Pueblo, Rhonda (Allen) Gerth of Seattle, Wash., and Michael J. (Cathy) Peck of Pueblo; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Margie (Mark) Garrett of Great Bend, Kan.; Virginia Kucera of Cheyenne, Wyo.; Mary Lou Peck of Miami, Fla.; Anne Marie (Rick) Nation, Friend, Neb.; stepmother, Opal Peck of Lincoln, Neb. His father, mother, stepfather, two nieces and a brother-in-law preceded him in death. Memorial service on Wednesday, June 20, 2001, at 2 p.m. at Holt Chapel of the Garden, 806 Macon Ave., Canon City, CO 81212. Family will receive friends at their home following the service. The family respectfully requests no flowers, please. Memorials may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice West, P.O. Box 1796, Canon City, CO 81215. Peck, Ruth Francis Ruth Francis Hanneman Peck - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2003 - Ruth Francis Hanneman Peck was born on Aug. 3, 1918 in Lincoln County Kansas to Edward and Mary Hanneman. She passed away at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital in Pueblo, Colo. on Jan. 8, 2003. Ruth graduated from Lincoln High School in 1936. She married Leslie Earl Peck in 1939; they had two sons: Leslie and Colin. Colin died on Nov.5, 1962. Ruth received her teaching certificate from Abilene Review School, and she taught in a number of rural one room schools in Kansas. She later worked for the Ramada Inn in Phoenix, Ariz. She and Earl divorced in 1966, and in 1986 she moved to Pueblo to be near her brother, Orville. She is preceded in death by her son Colin, brothers Theodore and Cecil Hanneman, and sisters Stella Dillet and Myrtle Vonada. Surviving siblings include Orville of Pueblo, Adolph of Lincoln, Kan., Frank of Seattle, Laura Wilbeck of Wichita, Kan. and Cecilia Gunther of Fresno, Calif. Ruth also leaves to mourn son Leslie Earl Peck, Jr. of New London, Iowa and three grandchildren: Kelly Arora of Memphis, Tenn., Kevin Peck of Overland Park, Kan. and Kirk Peck of Omaha, Neb. Ruth also leaves six great-grandchildren. The body was cremated and will be interred at Rosette Cemetery in Lincoln County Kansas later this year. Pecoraro, Catherine Catherine Pecoraro - Pueblo Chieftain - August 03, 1997 - Catherine Pecoraro died unexpectedly Aug. 1, 1997. Beloved mother of Joseph Pecoraro, Anthony (Rosetta) Pecoraro, Virginia (Homer) Pruett and Jack (Sally) Pecoraro. Grandmother of Kathy (Mike) Smith, Charles (Judy) Pecoraro, John Pecoraro, Carrie (David) Zwick, Melissa (Pat) Koonce and Jack Pecoraro. Great-grandmother of Lindsey Smith, Alexandria and Mark Zwick and Breanna Koonce. Predeceased by husband Jack. Survived also by brothers, Joseph Arrigo, San Francisco, Carmen (Vivian) Arrigo, Carolyn Johnson and Frances Jones of Pueblo and Josephine (Carl) Brown of Colorado Springs- brother-in-law, Mike (Lena) Pecoraro- sisters-in-law, Mary Arrigo and Becky Arrigo- and cousin, Virginia Dionisio. Also, many nephews and nieces. Catherine was recognized by many for her deliciously baked pastries and was a wonderful gardener. For many years, she was involved in St. Pius Church activities. Formal Mass of the Resurrection, tonight, Aug. 3, 1997, at 7 p.m., St. Pius X. Rosary, Monday, Aug. 4, 1997, at 10 a.m., followed by burial in Roselawn Cemetery. Family respectfully requests the omission of food. Pecoraro, Lena Lena Pecoraro - Pueblo Chieftain - July 25, 1998 - Lena Pecoraro, went to her eternal resting place on July 23, 1998. She is survived by husband of 60 years, Michael Pecoraro- son, Tony (Lori) Pecoraro- daughter, Vivian (Frank) Sagona- grandchildren, Anessa Matson, Sam Sagona, Michael and Christine Pecoraro and Sheila Langoni. Also survived by great-granddaughter, Vivie Matson- sisters, Violet (Buster) Martinelli, Elizabeth (John) Klafurich, Ellen (Bob) Hull and Joann (Richard) Virant- brothers, John (Elaine) Pusedu, Ray (Shirley) Pusedu and Joe Pusedu- sister-in-law, Jenny Ramunno- and brother-in-law, Matt Karcich- and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by mother, Jennie Ramunno Pusedu- and father, August Ramunno- sisters, Mary DeAngeles and Virginia Karcich- brother, Tony Ramunno- and daughter-in-law, Marlene Pecoraro. Funeral Mass, Sunday, 7 p.m. Rosary, Monday, 10 a.m., both services at Our Lady of the Meadows Catholic Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Lena will be remembered as a wonderful, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. The loving, caring hospitality she extended to her family and friends will never be forgotten. Pecoraro, Mike Mike Pecoraro - Pueblo Chieftain - July 27, 2004 - Mike Pecoraro, age 91, passed away July 24, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. He was born Feb. 7, 1913, in Pueblo, Colo., to Antonino and Vincenza Pecoraro, who preceded him in death along with his loving wife of 60 years, Lena; son, Tony Pecoraro; brothers, Tony, Joseph and Jack Pecoraro; and sisters, Rose Brothers, Susie Raymundo and Josephine Cannella. He is survived by his daughter, Vivian (Frank) Sagona; grandchildren, Anessa (Doug) Otten, Sam Sagona, Michael and Christine Pecoraro, and Sheila Langoni; and great-grandchildren, Vivian Matson and Tommy Otten. Also survived by his sister, Frances Ramunno; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Mike was a dairy farmer, restaurant owner and steelworker. He enjoyed gardening, and Sunday dinner with his children and grandchildren. He was a member of Our Lady of the Meadows Church parish. Vigil service, 7 p.m. Tuesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice or the Child Advocacy Center in care of the funeral home office in Mike's memory. Pecoraro, Tony Jr. Tony "Peck" Pecoraro Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - March 02, 2001 - Age 83, born on Jan. 13, 1918, in Pueblo, Colo., to Tony and Lucy Pecoraro, passed away March 1, 2001. He was a 1937 graduate of Central High School and married Elsie (Plute) on April 26, 1941. Tony started in the trucking business with Weicker Transfer and Storage. He retired as a terminal manager for Red Ball Motor Freight. Tony was an avid bowler and was a Bronco season ticket holder for more than 30 years. "Peck," as he was known by most of his friends, was a loving, caring and giving man. He was a member of St. Mary Church parish and Pueblo Elks Lodge. Mr. Pecoraro is survived by his wife, Elsie; son, David A. Pecoraro, Parker, Colo.; grandchildren, Anne-Marie Birdsall and Nicholas S. Pecoraro, Denver, Colo.; and sister-in-law, Irene Plute; as well as numerous other relatives. He is preceded in death by brothers-in-law, Jake Plute and Joseph (Lemo) Plute as well as other relatives. Funeral Mass Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Pedas, Mary Duzenack Mary Duzenack Pedas - Pueblo Chieftain - January 23, 2005 - Mary Duzenack Pedas, 87, died Jan. 21, 2005, in Centennial, Colo. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 24, 2005, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Mrs. Pedas was born Oct. 6, 1917, in Bridgeport, Conn., and came to the Walsen camps with her family at age 2. She attended Walsen-Cameron Public Schools and graduated from Huerfano County High School in 1935. In 1938, she graduated from the Seton School of Nursing in Colorado Springs. Survivors include daughters, Rusanna Livermore, Greeley, Colo., and Kathy (Bill) Gobin of Centennial, Colo.; sons, John Pedas, Fort Collins, and Steve Pedas of San Diego, Calif. She is also survived by her sisters, Anne Duzenack and Catherine Hicks; brothers, Bill (Jean) Duzenack and Steve (Marie) Duzenack; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; as well as nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Russell C. Pedas. The family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to Porter Hospice in care of Kathy Gobin, 6791 Leyden Court, Centennial, CO 80112. Pedas, Russell C. Russell C. Pedas, "Haze," - Pueblo Chieftain - December 30, 2003 - Russell C. Pedas, "Haze," 92, died Dec. 28, 2003. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2003, at the George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Mr. Pedas was born Feb. 12, 1911, in Orense, Spain, and came to Pueblo, Colo., with his parents at age 2. He attended Edison Grade School, Keating Junior High School and Central High School. A 50-year employee of the CF&I Open Hearth, Mr. Pedas retired in 1976. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Mary; daughters, Rusanna Livermore of Greeley, Colo., and Kathy (Bill) Gobin of Centennial, Colo.; sons, John Pedas of Fort Collins, Colo., and Steve Pedas of San Diego, Calif.; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Also survived by sister, Marie Alberico of Susanville, Calif.; and brother, Joe; as well as nieces and nephews. At his request, no viewing. Cremation. The family respectfully suggests memorial contributions be sent in the name of Russell Pedas to the State Park Memorial Fund, 640 Pueblo Reservoir Road, Pueblo, CO, 81005. Pedraza, Grace Grace Pedraza - Pueblo Chieftain - December 25, 2001 - Ms. Pedraza died of a long illness in Pueblo on Friday, Dec. 21, 2001. She was born in Sawtelle, West Los Angeles, Calif. on June 18, 1926. She spent her younger years as a migrant worker in the fields of Calif. She picked potatoes, cotton, tomatoes. She lived in Canutillo, Texas where she was a laundress at Fort Bliss, Texas. She was a welder in World War II in San Diego at the shipyards. She also worked for Douglas Aircraft in Santa Monica, Calif. She was a domestic in Beverly Hills and Bel-Aire, Calif. She bore six children: Rudy, Albert, Yolanda, Sally, Arthur and Diane. She has twelve grandchildren: Yvette, Alex, Monica, Simone, James, Odilon, Jason, Bryan, Alexis, Robert, Jeremy and Cheri. She has nine great-grandchildren: Andrea, Gabriele, Jessica, Michelle, Alexandrea, Leah, Grace, Warren & Mia. Her brothers and sisters were Juliatita, Julia, Adela, Emily, Irma, Gloria, Edward, Pete (Primo), Pete (Segundo), Rene and Delfine. Her parents were Adela Tarbe Parra and Delfine Parra of Madera, Chihuahua, Mexico. They were Porfirioistas who escaped Mexico during the Revolution of 1910. They lived in El Paso, Texas and later moved to Los Angeles and Bakersfield, Calif. In her lifetime she resided in Venice, Santa Monica, Culver City, Bakersfield, Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Lompoc, Reseda, Hollywood Calif. and finally Pueblo, Colo. She is survived by her many family and friends. In her own words: "Thanks be to God." - Pueblo Chieftain - December 23, 2002 - Grace Pedraza, 75, of Pueblo. Memorial service, 10 a.m. today at Romero Chapel. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after service. Pedraza, Pete Pete Pedraza - Pueblo Chieftain - March 10, 2006 - Pete Pedraza, 50, died Wednesday, March 8, 2006, at his home in Walsenburg, following a lengthy illness. Pete was born in Walsenburg on April 3, 1955. Pete was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He was a counselor at Spanish Peaks Mental Health Center for eight years and then a counselor in the Re-1 school district for 21 years. He worked in the Walsenburg elementary and middle schools as well as at the Gardner school. Pete coached football, basketball, track and Special Olympics for 18 years. Pete touched many lives throughout his career and made an enormous difference in his community. Pete was an accomplished athlete, mountain climber, fishermen, hunter, golfer and outdoor enthusiast. He was an activist for Hispanic issues and the underprivileged in the community. Pete was preceded in death by in-laws, Earl and Zella Boyer; and best friend, Dr. Bruce Schambach. Pete is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; daughters, Eva, Veronica and Sara; grandson, Mason Pete; parents, Isabel and Tino Vigil, Pete and Carmen Pedraza; brothers and sisters, Gilbert (Chris) Pedraza, Anthony Vigil, Bernadette (David) Vigil, John Vigil, Ray (Rhonda) Vigil, Michael (Sandy) Vigil, Phillip (Amy) Vigil, Manuel (Teresa) Pedraza, Debbie (Mike) Connally, Sandy (Mario) Cordova and Dorothy (Eladio) Rivera; numerous nieces and nephews, a large extended family and numerous friends. In lieu of flowers, the family is starting the Pete Pedraza Scholarship Fund at the Community Banks of Southern Colorado. Rosary, 10 a.m. Saturday, March 11, 2006, St. Mary Catholic Church, Walsenburg, with Mass following immediately thereafter. There will be a reception at the Walsenburg Community Center immediately following the Mass. Pedregon, Cloriva Cloriva Pedregon Pueblo Indicator April 25, 1914 Thirty-Three Dead at Ludlow Mothers and Babies Slain in Safety Pits Note: Cloriva Pedregon is listed among the dead of the Ludlow Massacre, April 20, 1914. Cloriva Pedregon: age 4, child of miner on strike. Source: Ludlow Monument and newspaper articles. Note: Newspaper articles also list this child as Clovine Pedregone and the child of Mrs. Marcelino Pedrigon. http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/ludlow.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pedregon, Rodgerlo Rodgerlo Pedregon Pueblo Indicator April 25, 1914 Thirty-Three Dead at Ludlow Mothers and Babies Slain in Safety Pits Note: Rodgerlo Pedregon is listed among the dead of the Ludlow Massacre, April 20, 1914. Rodgerlo Pedregon: age 6, child of miner on strike. Source: Ludlow Monument and newspaper articles. Note: Newspaper articles also list this child as Rogaro Pedregone and the child of Mrs. Marcelino Pedrigon. http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/ludlow.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pedrie, Elodia Mae Elodia Mae Pedrie - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - May 06, 1991 - Elodia Mae Pedrie, 92, of Colorado Springs died Friday. She was a homemaker. No services are scheduled. Cremation is planned. Mountain Memorial Funeral Home, 310 E. Highway 24 in Woodland Park, is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Pedrie was born March 31, 1899, in Weir, Kan., to William E. and Alta Mae (Bevan) Creason. She had lived in Colorado Springs since 1979. She lived in Victor from 1932 until 1979. She attended the Baptist Church in Victor and was a member of the Baptist Ladies Aide, the Women's Club of Victor, the past president's club, a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge, a member of the Cripple Creek-Victor Club of Colorado Springs and a member of the Rebeccah Lodge in Victor. She was married Jan. 15, 1915, in Walsenburg to Angelo Daniel Pedrie, who is deceased. She is survived by two sons, Donald Lee of Colorado Springs and Robert J. of Victor; five grandchildren; and five great-grandsons. Mrs. Pedrie had a sister, Cecil Dodge of Wyandotte, Okla., who is deceased. Memorial contributions may be made to Mount St. Francis Hospice, 7550 Assisi Heights, Colorado Springs 80919. Peduttia, Frank Frank Peduttia Grand Valley News December 14, 1911 Frank Peduttia, coal miner, 40, was asphyxiated in the abandoned working of the Royal coal mine near Aguilar. Peduttia, Frank Frank Peduttia - Yampa Leader - December 15, 1911 - Frank Peduttia, coal miner, 40, was asphyxiated in the abandoned working of the Royal coal mine near Aguilar. Peerman, Annie J. Annie J. Gross Peerman Leadville Carbonate Chronicle March 22, 1915 Death of Mrs. Annie Peerman Mrs. Annie J. Peerman, the wife of V. H. Peerman, a well known employe of the Arkansas Valley smelter and a member of the Elks' lodge, died yesterday at St. Vincent's hospital, following a surgical operation which it was hoped would remedy an ailment of the digestive organs which had troubled Mrs. Peerman for several weeks. She was 32 years old. Mrs. Peerman, whose maiden name was Gross, was born in Hedtstett (?), Germany, on July 4, 1882, and came to America when a child. She had lived in Leadville and Pueblo for a number of years, and had lived in Monterey, Mexico, for sometime when Mr. Peerman was located there as a furnace foreman at the A. S. & R. smelter. It was at the conclusion of his employment at that plant of the company that Mr. and Mrs. Peerman were thought to have been lost through the outbreak of the Mexican revolution. Being forced to seek devious routes and slow methods of travel, the Peermans were lost to their relatives here for several weeks before they reached the border and means of sending communications. Mr. and Mrs. Peerman remained in Pueblo for a time on returning to Colorado, and then came to Leadville when Mr. Peerman was transferred to a position at the A. V. plant. Since then they have lived at 407 West Third street. Surviving Mrs. Peerman besides her husband are three sisters and one brother: Mrs. E. L Brown and A. T. Gross, who reside in the city; Miss Marie Gross, of Pueblo; and Mrs. J. S. Bryant, of Leavenworth, Kansas. The latter were notified yesterday. During her residence in the city, Mrs. Peerman made many friends who held her in high esteem. Her sudden passing yesterday was to them a severe shock. Arrangements were made yesterday to hold funeral services Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the residence and at the Church of the Annunciation at 9:30 o'clock. Leadville Carbonate Chronicle March 22, 1915 From Thursday's Daily Funeral of Mrs. Annie J. Peerman Impressive funeral ceremonies were observed yesterday morning at 9 o'clock for the late Mrs. Annie J. Peerman, the wife of V. Homer Peerman, a well known Elk and employe of the A. V. smelter. At the residence at 407 West Third street at that hour many friends paid their last tributes, and then proceeded to the Church of the Annunciation where the final services were observed. The Rev. Father W. J. O'Malley officiated, assisted by the Annunciation choir, and sang the requiem high mass, later giving a brief address in which he tendered high tribute to Mrs. Peerman, a resident of Leadville for a number of years and during that time a devoted member of the church. Mrs. J. M. Knight, accompanied by Miss Ethel Conley, sang "Calvary," the beautiful solo of the services. Mrs. Peerman, during her life in Leadville, had made friends by the score, to whom her death was as the loss of a dear relative. They attended the services in numbers yesterday, and paid their last silent tributes with a wealth of floral offerings. At the conclusion of the ceremonies a long cortege formed in front of the church and followed the hearse to the Elks' Rest where interment took place. The pall bearers were Messrs. Frank Simmons, George Colahan, Clarence O'Neill, Peter Vranesic, Fred Wise and Clarence Snyder. With Mr. Peerman here in his sorrow were Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Gross, Miss Marie Gross and Mrs. H. W. Ashford, all of Pueblo; Mrs. E. L. Brown, a sister of Mrs. Peerman, and Al L. Gross, a brother, of this city, and Mrs. J. S. Bryant, a sister, of Leavenworth, Kansas. Peerman, Arthur F. Arthur F. Peerman - Pueblo Star Journal - January 23, 1910 - Arthur F. Peerman, 37, passed away yesterday, January 22, 1910, due to lead poisoning contracted while at work in a smelter at Baker City, Oregon. Mr. Peerman was a former employee of Philadelphia Smelter, but moved to Baker City to assume a more lucrative position. Mr. Peerman moved to Pueblo about a month ago, and resided with his brother-in-law, W. H. Ashford, 913 East Fourth Street. Funeral will be conducted from the residence, 2 p.m. this afternoon with Rev. Scott Anderson officiating. Interment will be in the family lot in Mountain View. Members of Pueblo Lodge No. 8, I. O. O. F. of which the deceased was a member will exemplify the burial ritual of that organization. Pego, Cindy L. Cindy L. Pego - Pueblo Chieftain - November 16, 2006 - Cindy L. (Verdugo) Pego, 47, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 13, 2006. Preceded in death by her son, Damien Hall; grandmother, Lola Archuleta; and brother, Frank Verdugo. She is survived by her children, Gary Hall, Starla Hall and Dominic Hall; mother, Evelyn Jimenez; siblings, Frances Verdugo, Benny Verdugo, John Verdugo, Genevive Verdugo, Dennis Verdugo, Jose Arguello, Carmel Jimenez, Alice Jimenez and Felix Jimenez; grandchildren, Adrianna Deherrera and Diego Hall; special friend, Mike Hernandez; and numerous sisters and brothers-in-law, uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and other relatives and friends. Viewing, 2 to 7 p.m. today, and vigil service to follow at 7 p.m.; both at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Friday, St. Joseph Church, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero's Hall after both services. Peil, Herman Herman Peil - Pueblo Chieftain - February 01, 1999 - Herman Peil, 80, longtime Crowley County resident, died Saturday, Jan. 30, 1999, in La Junta. Funeral, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999, at Griffy Family Funeral Home in Fowler. Burial in Fowler Cemetery. Family prefers memorials to Crowley County Ambulance fund. Peitz, Arthur O. Arthur O. Peitz - Pueblo Chieftain - September 19, 2001 - Arthur O. Peitz of Pueblo, died on Sept. 18, 2001. Mr. Peitz is preceded in death by his son, Allen Peitz, and children, Kay Dell Joyce (Richard) Zeman, Diane (Ben) Santilli and Ron (Barb) Peitz. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. today. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Thursday. Both to be held at the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Peitz, Eunice D. Eunice D. Peitz - Pueblo Chieftain - December 06, 2005 - Eunice D. Peitz passed away Dec. 3, 2005, in Pueblo, Colo. Born on May 30, 1920, in St. Charles, Minn., to the union of Anton and Anna Ask. Preceded in death by her son, Allen Peitz; mother and father; brother, Curtis Ask; and sister, Phyllis Merrill. Survived by children, Kay Dell (Richard) Zeman, Diane (Ben) Santilli, Ron (Barbara) Peitz; brother, Kenneth Ask; sister-in-law, Doris Ask, numerous cousins, grandchildren, niece and nephews. Eunice grew up in Minnesota and Montana, married and moved to Colorado. She worked and retired after 25 years of service from the Colorado State Hospital where she was the secretary in the maintenance department. Eunice was a beloved mother, grandmother and sister, who was extremely proud of her family. She loved talking about her life in Minnesota and Montana and looking at her pictures of the family. She also enjoyed watching the Broncos on TV. Visitation, 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2005, and funeral service, 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, 2005. Both services at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pelc, Betty Joan Betty Joan Pelc - Pueblo Chieftain - June 23, 2005 - Betty Joan Pelc, 70, passed away June 21, 2005. Survived by her sons, Richard N. Pelc, Casper, Wyo., Jon A. (Laurie) Pelc, Pueblo, and Steven S. (Susan) Pelc, Pueblo; daughter-in-law, Miok (Ernie) Christian, Pueblo; sister, Bonnie Hall, Longmont, Colo.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Betty was born to John E. and Vivian Marie Padgett, Aug. 1, 1934, in Ordway, Colo. She was employed at Colorado State Hospital. Member of First United Methodist Church and FOE, Lodge No. 145. Betty loved the Denver Broncos and enjoyed her many trips to Cripple Creek. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Friday, June 24, 2005, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Family will receive friends at 313 Midnight following the service from noon to 7 p.m. Pellegrino, Corte Corte Pellegrino - Blue Valley Times - May 11, 1913 - Circumstances surrounding the discovery of the head of Corte Pellegrino in a beaver dam near Aguilar, led the police to believe the man was murdered. Coroner B. B. Sipe started an investigation. Pelliccino, Georgette Georgette Curry Pelliccino Pueblo Chieftain - November 26, 1997 - Georgette Curry Pelliccino, 73, born Dec. 22, 1923, passed away Nov. 24, 1997. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. , 11 a.m. Friday, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Pueblo West. Pelton, Jack Jack Pelton - Huerfano World - October 31, 1991 - Expressions of Sympathy at the death of Jack Pelton may be sent to his wife Margaret at 7400 Crestway/Apt. 304-306, San Antonio, TX, 78239. Jack and Margaret have spent many summers at their home on Main. Pemberton, Ervin H. Ervin H. "Dick" Pemberton - Pueblo Chieftain - April 14, 1986 - Ervin H. "Dick" Pemberton passed away unexpectedly April 13, 1986. Husband of Mrs. Mary E. Pemberton of the family home; father of Carroll P. Hall, San Jose, Calif.; Kathryn P. Jordan, Pueblo; Donald R. (Carole) Pemberton, Denver; Mrs. Judith Ann (Lance) Thompson, Boulder; and Mrs. Cynthia Sue (Don) Miller, Boulder; grandfather of 16 and great-grandfather of eight. Member of the First Presbyterian Church, Pueblo Charter Lions Club, BPO Elks Lodge No. 90, the Engineer Society and many other civic organizations. He was born March 31, 1907, in Fowler, Colo., and was an electrical engineer at Southern Colorado Power Company for 35 years retiring in 1972. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church with Dr. John Ross officiating. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. He will lie in state from 1 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Rouch Funeral Home. There will be no viewing at time of service. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers and suggests that memorials might be made to the First Presbyterian Church Building Fund. Pena, Aurora Aurora Pena - Pueblo Chieftain - January 14, 1987 - Aurora Pena, 812 E. Third, died at Swedish Hospital in Denver. She was born on Dec. 29, 1922. She was a homemaker. was married to Floyd A. who survives. Her parents were Joseph Corrales and Rachel Muniz. Surviving also is a son, Floyd Pena Jr., .and his wife, Nora, of Pueblo; grandchildren, Jacqueline, James, Jason; a daughter, Margaret (Thomas) McCabe and their son, Joseph, of Littleton; a daughter, Jeanette Pena, of Pueblo; brother, Lupe Corrales, Denver; brother, Joseph Corrales Jr., of Chula Vista, Calif.; three sisters, Victoria Guzman, Mary Lopez and Rachel McCain, all of Scottsbluff. She was a member of St Leander Catholic Church of Pueblo. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. today at St Peter Catholic Church. Interment Valley View Cemetery in Ordway. The family suggests memorials to the American Diabetes Association in care of Sillin Funeral Home in Ordway. Pena, Floyd A. Sr. Floyd A. Pena Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - June 16, 2002 - Floyd A. Pena Sr. passed away June 13, 2002. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Aurora Pena; his son, Floyd Pena, Jr.; and his daughter, Jeanette Pena. He is survived by his wife, Dolores A. Pena; daughter, Margaret Pena, Denver; and grandchildren, Jacqueline Mergelos, James (Lena) Pena, Jason Pena and Joseph McCabe. Also survived by his great-granddaughters, Reagan and Brianna Pena; his sister, Virginia Moya; and by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mr. Pena retired from the Pueblo Army Depot where he was a foreman and was a member of St. Leander Parish. Services, St. Leander Parish. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Monday and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, with interment at Imperial Memorial Gardens. There will be no viewing at the funeral home. The family will receive friends at St. Leander Church Hall following the burial. Pena, Floyd Jr. Floyd Pena Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - July 18, 1997 - Floyd Pena Jr., 53, passed away in Las Cruces, N.M., July 15, 1997. Mr. Pena was born in Scottsbluff, Neb., on Jan. 30, 1944, to the union of Floyd and Aurora Pena. He was preceded in death by his mother, Aurora, in January 1987, and his sister, Jeanette Pena, in September 1987. Mr. Pena graduated from Pueblo East High School in June 1962 and later from the Army School of Electronics in Fort Monmouth, N.J., in 1964. He served in the U.S. Army for three years. He was employed by the Department of Defense as a calibration engineer at Pueblo Army Depot from 1966 to 1988- at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Ala., from 1988 to 1992 and most recently at White Sands Missile Range in Las Cruces, N.M., until he retired in September 1996. He is survived by his father, Floyd (Dolores) Pena of Pueblo- his wife, June Pena of Las Cruces, N.M.- his three children, Jacqueline (Lou) Mergelos of Toronto, Canada, Capt. James Pena, USAF, currently stationed in Columbus, Mo., and Jason Pena of Pueblo- and his sister, Margaet Pena of Denver and her son, Joseph McCabe. One granddaughter survives, Regan Pena of Pueblo, daughter of James Pena. Stepchildren are David (Debbie) Baughn, Brett (Carmen) Baughn, James (Beth) Baughn and Greg Baughn, and step-grandchildren are Alia, Denise, Catherine and Christine. Viewing hours are 3-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, St. Leander Church, with interment to follow at Valley View Cemetery in Ordway. The family may be contacted at 812 E. Third St., home of Floyd Pena Sr. Arrangements by McCarthy-Comer Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight Ave. Pena, Frank Frank Pena - Pueblo Chieftain - March 12, 2000 - Frank Pena, Aurora. Father of Alexis, Ashley and Adriana; son of Al and Rosemarie; fiancι of Lisa; brother of Karen (Mike) Quintana and Sonya (Dean) Sandoval; grandson of Alfonso and Connie Gomez; uncle of Adrian, Dean Jr. and Kayla. Also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Rosary, 7 p.m. Monday and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, both at St. Pius X, 13680 E. 14th Ave., Aurora. Interment, Fairmount Cemetery. Contributions may be made to 20th Street Boxing Club. Pena, Jamie Jay Jamie Jay Pena - Pueblo Chieftain - June 01, 1986 - Jamie Jay Pena, 8 month-old-son of Robert and Roselinda Pena, late of 52 Small, died May 30, 1986. He was a brother of Robert Pena Jr., and Alex Felix Pena. A grandson of Virginia Carrillo of Nevada. Also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins. Preceded in death by grandparents, Alex and Sarah Pena and Bennie Felix Carrillo. Mass of the Angels, 2 p.m. Monday at St. Francis Church with Father Ed Pettit officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Friends will be received at 1311 Palmer. Friends also will be received at 1920 E. Routt. Pena, Jeanette G. Jeanette G. Pena - Pueblo Chieftain - September 17, 1987 - Jeanette G. Pena - 1959-1987 - On Dec. 12, 1959, a child was born to the union of Floyd Pena Sr. and Aurora-Corralez Pena. She was named Jeanette Guadalupe in honor of the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Jeanette received her formal education in Pueblo District 60 schools. She graduated with honors from Centennial High School in June 1978. She attended the University of Southern Colorado and graduated from there in June 1982 with a B.A. in business administration. She was hired by State Farm Insurance shortly after she graduated from college. She worked in the State Farm office in Greeley for two years, and then asked to be transferred to Pueblo so she could live closer to her parents. Jeanette departed this life on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 1987, at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Wash. Jeanette had gone there in early June and underwent a successful bone marrow transplant to cure her leukemia. She died due to complications that occurred after the transplant. Jeanette leaves to celebrate her life her beloved father, Floyd Pena Sr.; her brother, Floyd (Nora) Pena Jr., and children, Jacquie, James, and Jason; her sister, Margaret (Tom) McCabe, and son, Joseph. Jeanette's mother, Aurora, passed away Jan. 11, 1987. Services: Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, 1987, Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment, 2 p.m. Saturday at Ordway Cemetery, Ordway, Colo. Public visitation after 11 a.m. Friday. Pena, Joe Joe Pena - Pueblo Chieftain - July 23, 1987 - Joe Pena, 1516 Spruce, departed this life July 22, 1987, at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital. Born March 19, 1891, in Monterrey, Mexico, he was a retired railroad worker and an avid sports enthusiast. Predeceased by his wife, Aveda, in 1937. Survivors include son, Ernest (Irene) Pena; three grandchildren, Ernestine Laverne Pena, John Eugene Pena, Mark Anthony Pena; one great-grandchild, Li Ane R. Pena, all of Pueblo; a very dear friend, Manuela Montez, and her children, all of Pueblo. Scripture service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Angelus Chapel, with the Rev. Ron Roche officiating. Cremation. Family will receive friends at 207 Bandera Blvd. Pena, Julia R. Julia R. Pena - Pueblo Chieftain - July 02, 2003 - Julia R. Pea, 98, went home on Friday, June 27, 2003. She was born on Feb. 12, 1905, to the union of Casimiro and Martina (Delgado) Rodriguez. Julia is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Henry; two sons, Jose Rodriguez and Pete Alfaro; two brothers and one sister. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Maria Rodriguez, Tony (Margaret) Alfaro, Eufemia (Salvador) Diaz, Encarnacion Alfaro, Lydia (Manuel) Gallegos, Alberto (Celia) Alfaro, Julia (Mike Lane) Alfaro; 59 grandchildren; 112 great-grandchildren; 85 great-great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. Julia leaves a legacy of memories and traditional values to the five generations following her, by sharing her love of life and enjoying its beauties, either through her many flowers, music and never ending expressions of love. A vigil service will be 7 p.m. today at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. The funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 3, 2003, at Holy Rosary, followed by interment at Roselawn Cemetery. Penaluna, John Willis John Willis (Bill) Penaluna Pueblo Chieftain October 29, 2006 - John Willis (Bill) Penaluna of Pueblo, died on Friday Oct. 27, 2006. Bill, a lifelong resident of Pueblo, was born April 17, 1918 to Harold and Stella (Baird) Penaluna. Bill referred to himself as a "Central Boy", having attended Central Elementary School, Central Junior High and graduating from Central High School in Pueblo. Bill attended Denver University for a year, until the death of his father, at which time he returned to Pueblo to help care for his mother. It was during a church service that he met the love of his life Helen (Pickering). They were married in May, 1941 and lived happily together until Helens death in 1994, after 50 years of marriage. Bill was in the Army during WWII and spent his time in Casablanca, Africa and Italy. Upon his return from service he returned to work with Southern Colorado Power Company, from which he retired in 1982 after 45 years of service. Bill was active in the Y'Men organization (YMCA) and was a 42 year member of Kiwanis. Bill is survived by his sister, Virginia Haling, Pueblo. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and was very grateful to two special nieces who provided care for him, Cheryl (Joe) Orazem, Pueblo, and Mary Garcia, Fort Collins, Colo. His wife Helen and brothers, Bill and Richard preceded him in death. Service will be held Monday Oct. 30, 2006 at First Congregational Church at 11 a.m. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kiwanis Club of Pueblo. Pendleton, Arthur Arthur "Ed" Pendleton - Pueblo Chieftain - December 17, 2002 - Arthur "Ed" Pendleton, 78, passed away Dec. 15, 2002 in Pueblo, Colo. Raised in Pueblo by his mother, Mary Sillox; and stepfather, Harry Sillox, who preceded him; along with a brother, Allen Sillox. Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Shirley Pendleton; sons, Valan (Clare) Stieler, John G. (Jodi) Pendleton; one grandson, Erik (Jennifer) Stieler; and numerous golf and coffee friends. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Private family inurnment at a later date. Pendleton, Doris E. Doris E. Pendleton - Pueblo Chieftain - February 12, 2002 - Born Aug. 10, 1908, in Pueblo, Colo., died Feb. 9, 2002, in Fort Collins, Colo. Preceded in death by husband, P. Floyd Pendleton. Mother of Joyce E. (Max) Fuller, Fort Collins, Jeanine M. (Sam, deceased) Cochran, Northglenn, and Dennis F. (Dottie) Pendleton, Davis, Calif. Also survived by nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mountain View Cemetery, Pueblo, Colo. Memorial Contributions: Hospice of Larimer County, 7604 Colland Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525. Pendleton, Monte W. Monte W. Pendleton - Pueblo Chieftain - May 22, 1986 - Monte W. Pendleton, late of Pueblo, died May 21, 1986, at a local hospital. Survived by his children, Diane (Ron) Lease, Beulah, and Bob (Donna) Pendleton, Salinas, Calif. Also survived by brother, Therman (Marian) Pendleton, Pueblo; sister, Delpha (Herman) Lakes, Pueblo; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Member of Liberty Baptist Church. Born Aug. 18, 1911, in Meta, Mo. Pueblo resident since 1912. Mr. Pendleton was self-employed as a tire store operator for 35 years, retiring in 1983. Preceded in death by his wife, Violet J. Pendleton, April 2, 1979, and grandson, Michael J. Lease, Sept. 22, 1979. Graveside service, 2 p.m. Friday, May 23, at Imperial Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. William Waye officiating. Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, Southern Colorado Branch, and P.O. Box 26171, Colorado Springs, Colo. 80936, direct or through the funeral home office. Visitation from 2 to 8:30 p.m. today. Pene, Batista John Batista "Bob" John Pene - Huerfano World - October 15, 1998 - Batista "Bob" John Pene, 93, of La Veta, died Oct. 8, 1998 in Mt. San Rafael Hospital in Trinidad after a short illness. Born June 18, 1905 in Santa Clara to Batista John and Dominica Baudino Pene, he married Lois Prator July 22, 1939. Mr. Pene was a member of the Odd Fellows and an old time rancher in La Veta. He also worked for Huerfano County for 13 years, retiring in 1975. He had been a resident of Trinidad State Nursing Home since March, 1998. Survivors include a son, Tim Pene, Walfforth, TX; a daughter, Janet Conley, La Veta; 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be at 2 p.m. from the First Baptist Church in La Veta on Saturday, Oct. 17. Pene, Lois Lois Louis Pene - Pueblo Chieftain - June 1980 - Mrs. Lois Louis Pene of La Veta, June 25, 1980. Wife of Bob Pene, La Veta; mother of Denis Pene, Hotchkiss, and Tim Pene, and Mrs. Janet Horton, both of La Veta; sister of Ernest Prator, La Veta, and Bill Prater, Trinidad. Also survived by eight grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Service 2 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church, La Veta, will be conducted by the Rev. Mark Anderson. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Pene, Mike Mike Pene - Huerfano World - November 23, 1989 - This Week in La Veta History - 1918: Died, Mike Pene, Jane Roberts Wilkinson, Anna Lane and Andrew Dusnak. Pene, Wayne Delos Wayne Delos Pene - La Veta Signature - March 23, 1989 - Services were held Monday in La Veta for former resident Wayne Delos Pene, 27, of Lubbock, TX, who died March 16 of injuries suffered in a traffic incident near Shallow Water, TX. Mr. Pene, in attempting to avoid a car which had turned in front of him, swerved and hit the car's back end, causing his truck to overturn and roll. Born March 10, 1962, in Durango, Mr. Pene was the owner/operator of a trucking firm in Lubbock. He had been in the U.S. Air Force earning the rank of E-4 and was an instructor of missile maintenance. He was a member of Crestview Baptist Church in Lubbock. He is survived by his wife Gina Lea, to whom he was married on April 15, 1986; a stepson Brandon Allen Smith, of Lubbock; parents Tim and Edith Schaaf Penne, La Mesa, TX; brother Walter Pene, La Mesa,; two sisters, Beth (Rodney) Falk of La Veta, and Paula Pene, Los Angeles, CA; grandfather Bob Pene, La Mesa, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews. Services were held at the First Baptist Church, with pastor Sterling Schaaf officiating. Military honors by Fort Carson and interment in La Veta. Penilla, Aurora S. Aurora S. Penilla - Pueblo Chieftain - November 27, 2006 - Aurora S. Penilla, 71, passed away on Nov. 24, 2006. She is preceded in death by her parents, Fermin and Calletana Sanchez; brother, John; and sister in-law, Andula Sanchez. Aurora is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Adan Penilla; children, Juanita Adelina (Milton Ted) Smith, Belinda (Terry) Derfler, Dee (Ted) Schmidt, Denni Penilla and Adan R. Penilla II, Ph.D.; numerous grand- and great-grandchildren; family friend, Wanda Massari; and Miss Stephanie. Aurora was a loving wife and mother. She loved music, dancing, traveling and spending time with her husband and family. She will be greatly missed by all. Penn, Floyd Fletcher Floyd Fletcher Penn - Pueblo Chieftain - October 30, 1997 - Floyd Fletcher Penn, born May 23, 1911, in Sioux City, Iowa. Moved to Pueblo with his family in 1920, where he died peacefully at his home on Oct. 28, 1997. Preceded in death by his wife, Fannie, Sept. 9, 1993, after 60 years of marriage. Also preceded by parents, four sisters and two brothers. He is survived by daughters, Shirley Gregg and June (Henry) Saldana, Pueblo- granddaughter, Lisa Gregg, Austin, Texas- and grandson, Douglas (Brenda) Gregg, Roy, Utah- great-granddaughter, Alissa Gregg- and great-grandson, Braden Gregg of Roy, Utah. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service, 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, 1997. Visitation at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Friday. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Park Hill Baptist Church or El Pueblo Boys and Girls Ranch. Family will receive friends at 4 Scotland Road, Pueblo. Arrangements by Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Penn, Mickey M. Mickey M. Penn - Pueblo Chieftain - November 21, 1986 - Mickey M. Penn, late of 999 Fortino Blvd., passed away Nov. 19, 1986. Mrs. Penn was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth R. Penn Sr., a stepdaughter, Nancy Peon, and a daughter, Jannett La Vine. She is survived by one stepson, Kenneth R. Penn Jr. of Pueblo; one stepdaughter, Margaret Miller of Washington; two daughters, Joan Phillips of California and Karen (Larry) LaDamus of Pueblo; granddaughters, Michelle and Tiffany LaDamus of Pueblo, and numerous other grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister, Helen Brown of California; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Roselawn Cemetery with the Rev. Wayne Davis officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives at 23 Ironweed Drive. Penn, Nancy Lee Nancy Lee Penn - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - January 7, 1962 - Pueblo Woman Dies When Car Leaves U.S. 85-87 - A 24-year-old Pueblo woman was killed Saturday morning when the car she was driving crashed eight miles south of Fountain on U.S. 85-87, marking the first traffic fatality in El Paso County for 1962. Nancy Lee Penn, of 1604 E. 13th St., Pueblo, was the victim. A Colorado State patrol report stated that Miss Penn apparently went to sleep at the wheel of her late-model car. The accident occurred about 5:50 a.m. Saturday. The report said that Miss Penn's car was traveling south and left the road, traveling 341 feet into the median area and hitting an embankment with a three-foot ditch. The car traveled 59 feet past the ditch and stopped on the inside lane of the northbound highway. Damage to the car was estimated at $2,000. Miss Penn was taken to St. Francis Hospital with internal injuries, crushed chest, a fractured skull, broken right leg and multiple lacerations. The victim died at 7:05 a.m. at St. Francis Hospital's emergency room where she was brought by E and E Ambulance Service. The body was taken to the Blunt Mortuary for the Davis Funeral Home of Pueblo. Penne, Frank P. Frank P. Penne - Walsenburg World-Independent - November 27, 1939 - A splinter of wood, lodged in his hand while helping his father build a barn, brought infection that caused the death of 13-year-old Frank P. Penne of La Veta. A jagged splinter became imbedded in the lad's hand last week, however, it was not until several days later that he was stricken with chills and believed taken a severe cold. When brought to a Walsenburg hospital it was discovered the lad had blood poisoning which had gained such headway that it was impossible to save his life. Frank was born August 5, 1926 at La Veta and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Penne Jr. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at the First Methodist church in La Veta with the Unfug-Peet mortuary of Walsenburg officiating. The lad was an eighth grade student in La Veta's school and a member of the La Veta Boy Scout troop. Frank J. Penne - Huerfano World - November 30, 1989 - This Week in La Veta History - 1939: Frank J. Penne, the 13-year-old son of John R. Penne Jr., died of blood poisoning from a splinter in his hand. Penne, Grace Grace Penne - La Veta Signature - November 6, 1986 - Longtime La Veta Resident, Grace Penne died at the age of 92 on October 29, 1986 after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Penne was born in Isabel, Kansas on October 8, 1894. She came to La Veta in 1928 where the family had purchased a ranch in Indian Creek. In 1933, she became the La Veta postmaster, a position she held for over a decade. She was a charter member of the La Veta garden Club, Past Matron and lifetime member of O.E.S. mariposa Chapter #63, Daughters of the American Revolution. Bridge Club, and supported the La Veta 4-H Club. Although she was listed in Colorado Who's Who for other things, she was best known locally for her cooking. She was a member of La Veta Methodist Church. Mrs. penne was predeceased by her husband, John in 1972. Mrs. Penne is the mother of Leora Heyl of La Veta; stepmother of Fred Crouse, Williamsburg, New Mexico, and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 1, at the First Baptist Church in La Veta. Interment in La Veta Cemetery. Pennel, J. H. J.H. Pennel - Huerfano World - January 19, 1995 - This Week in La Veta History - 1912: J.H. Pennel, blacksmith for the La Veta Coal Mines, died and was buried in the town graveyard. Pennell, Barbara J. Barbara J. Pennell - Pueblo Chieftain - April 04, 2003 - Barbara J. Pennell, 59, of Pueblo, passed away April 2, 2003. Born Sept. 13, 1943, in Denver, Colo. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Saturday, at Southwest Church of Christ, 1635 S. Pueblo Blvd. Cremation has taken place. Pennington, L. H. L.H. "Bob" Pennington - Pueblo Chieftain - October 30, 1999 - L.H. "Bob" Pennington, age 75, passed away Oct. 28, 1999. Survived by his wife, Martha Pennington; children, Les (Jacque) Pennington, Bountiful, Utah, Diana (Ken) Pennington Hales, Topeka, Kan., and Stan (Gail) Pennington, Aurora, Colo.; sisters, Sally Fagan, Swink, Colo., Betty Gordon, La Junta, Colo., and Carol (Ray) Mechtel, Wichita, Kan. Also survived by grandchildren, Michele Pennington, Lori Pennington, Brian Pennington, and their mother, Mari Richards, Jessica Hales, Dustin Pennington, Kendra Pennington and Caitlin Pennington; step-granddaughter, Lisa Monkus; great-granddaughter, Brittany Pennington; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Pennington was a United States Navy veteran. He was a trainmaster for the Rio Grande Railroad, retiring in 1985 with 36 years of service. He was an avid golfer and member of the Pueblo Country Club where he achieved two holes-in-one. He enjoyed bowling, playing bridge and fishing. He was a kid at heart and especially enjoyed playing with his children and grandchildren. At his request, cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, Monday, 1 p.m., Tabor Lutheran Church. Private inurnment, Lakeview Cemetery, Sugar City, Colo. Pennington, Mary V. Mary V. Pennington - Pueblo Chieftain - August 19, 2004 - Mary V. Pennington, 68, of Pueblo, Colo., passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2004. Preceded in death by her parents, Merejildo and Natividad Sandoval; husband, Roy Pennington; and brother, Carlos Lucero. Survived by her daughter and five grandchildren. Rosary, 10 a.m. today, Aug. 19, 2004, Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 20, 2004. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pennington, Winnifred A. Winnifred A. Pennington - Pueblo Chieftain - September 3, 1987 - Winnifred A. Pennington, 84, Sept. 1, 1987. Survived by son, Bob (Martha) Pennington, Pueblo; three daughters, Betty (Bill) Gordon, La Junta, Sally (Veryl) Fagan, Howard, and Carol Barnett, Wichita, Kan.; 12 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Graveside service, 2 p.m. Friday, Manzanola Cemetery. Friends may call at Griffy Funeral Home in Fowler Friday morning and until time of service. Penoles, George George Penoles - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - February 8, 1918 - As a result of the shooting of George Penoles, deputy sheriff, at Starkville, Sheriff Marty proposed to arrest approximately 100 Greeks, who, he says, claim to be miners, but who have not used a pick during the past few years. He says they live off their fellow countrymen by enticing them into gambling games. Pentaude, Michael Allen Michael Allen Pentaude - Pueblo Chieftain - July 18, 2001 - Michael Allen Pentaude, 8, a third-grade student at Goodnight Elementary School, departed this life July 13, 2001, at St. Mary-Corwin hospital following an automobile accident. A lifetime Puebloan, he was born July 5, 1993. He enjoyed bike riding, telling jokes. He had a natural curiosity and a creative imagination. Survived by his mother, Wendy Lucero; father, Michael A. Pentaude; siblings, Joshua Pentaude and Carena Pentaude; grandfather, Andres Lucero; several aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his grandmother, Teresa Lucero; great-grandparents, Benjamin and Lupe Martinez; step grandfather, Chido Baca. Visitation, noon until 6 p.m. Wednesday, Angelus Chapel. Both services, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Rev. John J. Waters, S.J., celebrant. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at 1098 S. McCullough Way, Pueblo West. Penza, John John Penza - Pueblo Chieftain - September 22, 1999 - John Penza, age 75, passed away Sept. 21, 1999. Survived by his son, Jim (Donna) Penza, Boise, Idaho, and grandchildren, Paula, Andy and Teri Penza. Also survived by his sisters, Antoinette Gavaletz, Pueblo, Colo., and Rose Tucker, Salem, N.C., as well as numerous nieces and nephews, including Connie Colby. Preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Mary Penza, one sister and three brothers. Mr. Penza was a graduate of Central High School and Pueblo Junior College. He served with the United States Navy during World War II. After the war, he returned to Pueblo and coached at local schools. Mr. Penza retired from the Pueblo Army Depot after 30 years of service. Throughout his life, he was an avid sports fan, attending Air Force Academy football games and numerous sporting events of local high schools. At his request, cremation, Almont Crematory. Inurnment, 1 p.m. Thursday, Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Special Olympics in care of the funeral home office. Peoples, Lena M. Lena M. Peoples - Pueblo Chieftain - June 11, 1998 - Lena M. Peoples passed away June 7, 1998, in Pueblo. She was born Nov. 20, 1916, in Petersburg, Texas, and had been a longtime Pueblo resident. She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church. Lena is survived by one sister, Rita Haun- and numerous friends. At her request, cremation has taken place in the Davis Crematory. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 1998, in the Roselawn Cemetery with Pastor Walter Partain officiating. Pepin, Mary L. Mary L. Pepin - Pueblo Chieftain - September 04, 1986 - Mrs. Mary L. Pepin passed away Sept. 3, 1986. Mother of Timothy (Kathleen) Pepin and Kenneth (Shirley) Pepin, Pueblo; sister of Mrs. Dorothy Davis, Wichita, Kan,; grandmother of Christy Freeman, Robert Pepin and John Pepin, all of Pueblo. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins, and her special friends, Ann and Albert Bassett. Predeceased by her husband, John W. Pepin, in 1971. Member of St. Pius X Catholic Church and AARP. She was born on Jan. 2, 1915, in Wiley, Colo., and was a longtime Pueblo resident. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Rouch Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Leonard E. Racki officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pepper, Cecil (Mrs.) Mrs. Cecil Pepper - Pueblo Chieftain - December 10, 1985 - Mrs. Cecil Pepper. Funeral Service, 3 p.m. Tuesday, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Interment, B'Nai Jacob Cemetery. Full announcements later. Peralta, Amarante Jose Sr. Amarante Jose Peralta Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - November 01, 1999 - Amarante Jose Peralta Sr. 83, of Pueblo, passed away Oct. 31, 1999. Born June 9, 1916, in Forbes, Colo. Preceded in death by parents, Estanslado and Marinnita Peralta; two children, Gina Peralta and Edward Peralta. Also his brothers, Casamillo, Juan, Benino and Joseph Peralta. One sister, Sarah Eurosite. Survived by his loving wife, Socoro M. Peralta of the family home, Pueblo; children, Amarante J. (Cindy) Peralta Jr., Estanslado Don Peralta, Jake Louis (Laura) Peralta, all of Pueblo and Karen (Bob) Quintana, Merritt Island, Fla.; grandchildren, Kimber, Marissa, Bobbie, Shae, Kayla and John; sisters, Minnie (Alfonso) Salazar and Rachel Peralta, both of Pueblo. Amarante was a World War II and Korean Conflict veteran. He enjoyed watching football and the Denver Broncos, and the time he spent with his family. He was known by his co-workers as Perry. Viewing today and Tuesday, 1-6 p.m. at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary Tuesday, 7 p.m. at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 11 a.m. at St. Leander Church. Celebrant, Rev. Ben Bacino. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Relatives and friends will be received at 2122 Overton Road and Heritage Baptist Church Hall after the interment. Peralta, Bernabel Bernabel Peralta - Huerfano World - September 28, 1989 - Huerfano Funeral service for Huerfano native, Bernabel "Ben" Peralta of Walsenburg was held Sept. 18 from Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Colorado Springs. Mr. Peralta, 73, died Sept. 14, 1989, in Walsenburg. Born in Farisita, Mar. 7, 1916, Mr. Peralta was a retired disabled veteran of the U.S. Army. He was married to Andrea E. Vigil in 1940 in Walsenburg and they lived in Walsenburg for a number of years. Mrs. Peralta died in 1981. Survivors include two daughters, JoAnn Peralta-Templeton and Sally Bravato both of Colorado Springs; three sons, Anselmo, Montrose, Salvador, Denver and Theodore, Colorado Springs; two brothers, four sisters, 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Peralta, Edward Edward Peralta - Pueblo Chieftain - July 19, 1986 - Edward Peralta, 24, late of Redcliff, Colo., and formerly of Pueblo, died as a result of an accident July 17, 1986. Born July 15, 1961. Preceded in death by sister, Genevieve Peralta, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacobo Padilla and Mr. and Mrs. Estanislado Peralta. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Amarante Peralta of Pueblo; brothers, Joseph Peralta of Pueblo, Stan Peralta, U.S. Navy, San Diego, Calif., and Jacobo Peralta of Denver; and one sister, Karen Peralta of Pueblo. Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends also survive. A former member of St. Leander Parish. Recitation of rosary, 7 p.m. Saturday at Rivera Chapel. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Sunday, and Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Monday, both services at St. Leander Church. Interment, Roselawn. Family and friends will be received at 2109 E. 10th. Peralta, Fidel Fidel Peralta Albuquerque Journal - July 31, 1998 - Fidel Peralta, 67, a resident of Pueblo, Colorado, died on Tuesday, June 30, 1998. Fidel was born June 25, 1931 at La Joya, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan A. Peralta and Cicilia Peralta; nephew, Jerry Vigil. Fidel is survived by three brothers, Florentino Peralta and wife, Flora, Procopio Peralta, Pete Peralta and wife, Mary; two sisters, Mary Vigil, Ermelina Fajardo and husband, Eugenio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place by T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home, Pueblo, CO. A memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m., August 1, 1998, at La Joya, NM. Burial will follow at La Joya Cemetery. Peralta, Labriano Labriano Peralta Pueblo Chieftain January 20, 1937 Peralta, Labriano, funeral services Thursday, 8:30 a.m. from residence, 2116 North Santa Fe, 9 a.m. Mount Carmel church. To Roselawn. Peralta, Maria Raquel Maria Raquel "Rachel" Peralta - Pueblo Chieftain - June 10, 2005 - Maria Raquel "Rachel" Peralta, 76, passed away June 6, 2005. Born Aug. 16, 1928, in Sugarite, N.M., to Estanislado and Marianita Peralta, who preceded her in death along with brothers, Juan (Flora) Peralta, Amarante (Socorro) Peralta, Benigno (Emma) Peralta, Joe Peralta; sister, Sarah (Manuel) Eurioste; and great-grandson, Toby Lopez. Survived by her son, Ron (Rosemary) Peralta; sister, Minnie (Alfonso) Salazar; grandsons, Maynard and Mario Peralta, David Munoz; granddaughter, Rosauni Peralta; caregivers, Rita Vigil, Anna Gomez and the Argus Home Care staff; special friends, Delores Esquibel and Dr. Debbie Urioste. Visitation, noon to 7 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home, and Rosary, 7 p.m. Friday, at Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, Christ the King Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery with a reception to follow at St. Joseph Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice in her memory through the funeral home office. Peralta, Marianita Marianita "Mary" Peralta - Pueblo Chieftain - March 26, 1986 - Marianita "Mary" Peralta of 2107 E. 10th, March 25, 1986. Wife of Estanislado Peralta, who passed away June 29, 1928, and mother of Juan A. Peralta, Amarante J. (Soccoro) Peralta, Benigno (Emma) Peralta, Minnie (Alfonso) Salazar and Rachel Peralta, all of Pueblo. Sister of Juanita Rodriquez, Wheatland, Wyo.; Reymunda Romero, Denver; and mother-in-law of Manuel Eurioste, Pueblo. Survived also by 19 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by daughters, Sara Eurioste, Oct. 6,1949; son, Joseph C. Peralta, March 25,1951; three brothers, two grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a daughter-in-law. A Pueblo resident since 1952, Mrs. Peralta was a member of St. Leander Parish, where services will be held. Mass of Christian Burial, 7:30 p m. Wednesday and rosary 10 a m. Thursday. Interment, Roselawn. The family will receive friends at 2641 East 13th St. They would also like to express sincere thanks to the staff of Four Seasons Nursing Home for their cooperation and care of their loved one. Peralta, Michael L. Michael L. Peralta - Pueblo Chieftain - September 04, 2001 - Michael Leonard Peralta, beloved son of Silvano and Dorothy, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001. Michael was born on Nov. 22, 1968. He graduated in 1988 from Pueblo County High School and was employed at Boeing Corp. Michael was a devoted son, brother and uncle. He especially enjoyed family get togethers and celebrating the holidays. He was a dependable and caring person. Mike had a unique sense of humor, liked to read, drive and also enjoyed working with numbers. He touched many lives and will always be remembered for all the kind things he did for everyone. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Susie Read; grandfather, Saulo Peralta: special uncle, Mel Otero Sr.; close family friend, Jake Ortiz; uncles Lenny and Eddie Samora; and great nephew, "Little Man" Gabriel. He is survived by his loving parents, father Silvano and mother/best friend Dorothy; sisters Julie (Charles "Country") Patton and Linda (Vance) Bussey; brothers, David Sil Peralta and Ron (Teresa) Peralta; grandparents, Lee and Victoria Samora and Emily Peralta; loving godparents, June and Tony Munoz; nephews, Gabriel and Jacob Benegas and Brandon and Kyle Bussey; special nieces, Jenna Bussey, Jordyn Peralta and Janelle Peralta; three great-nephews and nieces; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Mike will be greatly missed. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until noon today at the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Recitation of the rosary will be at 7 p.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, 2001, at the church. Interment will be at Roselawn Cemetery. Peralta, Ricardo Ricardo Peralta - Pueblo Chieftain - January 25, 1998 - Ricardo Peralta, 72, of Pueblo, passed away Jan. 23, 1998. Survived by his wife of 52 years, Maria Irene Peralta- children, John Peralta, Betty (Tony) Smith, Frances (Gerald) Garcia, Catherine (Henry) Gettler, Mary Ann (Larry) DeHerrera- 19 grandchildren- six great-grandchildren- sisters, Cora (Elifido) Cardenas, Ernestine (Frank) Martinez, Maria (Manuel) Archuleta, Viola (Andy) Cardenas- brother, Saulo (Emily) Peralta. Mr. Peralta worked at CF&I in the Rail Mill for 33 years, retiring in 1977. He loved fishing, hunting and walking. Preceded in death by his parents, Salomon (Rebecca) Peralta- granddaughter, Debbie Martinez- grandson, Charles Smith- brothers, Gado and Ben Peralta- and father-in-law, Marion Cruz. Rosary, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Holy Family Church in Pueblo. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Mary Church in Walsenburg. Interment, Farisita Cemetery, Farisita, Colo. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. The family may be contacted at 1727 Brown or 1433 Berkley. Peralta, Socorro Maria Socorro Maria Peralta - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2000 - Socorro Maria Peralta, 70, of Pueblo, passed away Jan.14, 2000. Born May 28, 1929. Preceded in death by her husband, Amarante Peralta Sr.; parents Jacobo and Angelica Padilla; one sister, Faustina Madrid; and two children, Edward Peralta and Gina Peralta. Survived by children, Amarante (Cindy) Peralta Jr., Estanslado Don Peralta and Jake Louis (Laura) Peralta, all of Pueblo, and Karen (Bob) Quintana, Decatur Ala.; grandchildren, Kimber, Marissa, Bobbie, Shae, Kayla and John. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Socorro enjoyed cooking, sewing and the time she spent with her family. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Leander Church, Rev. Ben Bacino, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at 2109 E. 10th, the family home, and Heritage Baptist Church, 2122 Overton Road after the interment. Perchico, Candelario Candelario Perchico - Colorado Daily Chieftain - June 27, 1875 - Died - Perchico - On the 20th inst., of consumption, Candelario Perchico. The funeral will take place this (Sunday) afternoon at 4:00 o'clock from the residence of Mr. Charles Blake. Percy, Douglas Edward Douglas Edward Percy - Pueblo Chieftain - April 06, 2000 - Douglas Edward Percy, 18, went to be with the Lord April 4, 2000, as a result of an automobile accident and will be sadly missed by his family, who loved him dearly. He is survived by his parents, Bruce Percy, Pueblo, and Pam (Gene) DiFondi, Boston, Mass.; sister, Erica Percy-Priebe, Naples, Fla.; brother, Calvin Percy, Pueblo; grandfather, Arthur Fritz, Fowler; nephews, Cody and Derek Priebe; and numerous other relatives and friends. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Prairie Avenue Baptist Church. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Perea, Christine Estella Christine Estella Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - August 27, 2003 - Christine Estella Perea, 82, passed away on Aug. 24, 2003, in Pueblo, Colo. Christine was born July 23, 1921, in Dilia, N.M., to Miguel and Teodorita Sandoval who preceded her along with her loving husband, Ismael A. Perea; daughter, Corrine Lucero; granddaughter, Diane Lucero; two brothers, Estevan and Orlando Sandoval. She was a resident of Pueblo, Colo., for 52 years. Christine was a devoted wife of Ismael A. Perea for 50 plus years, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoyed cooking for her family, crocheting, embroidery, and enjoyed the company of her pets. Christine leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Dolores M. Padilla, Theresa Perea (Allen Vigil); siblings, Amelia Sandoval, Josephine (Joe) Romero, Dilia (Onesimo) Cordova, Eloy Sandoval; sister-in-law, Emily Sandoval; 12 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Thursday, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday; both services at St. Leander Church. Interment will be beside her beloved husband at Imperial Memorial Gardens. The Perea family will receive family and friends at Imperial Reception Hall after the interment. Perea, Feliberto Feliberto "Felix" Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - March 02, 2005 - Feliberto "Felix" Perea, 88, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 27, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; children, Orlando (Adeline) Perea, Linda (Leonard) Trujillo, Dina (Ronnie) Urioste; sons-in-law, James Jones and Robert Perea; 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; sister, Juanita Maestas; and nephew, Leroy Maestas. Preceded in death by his parents; and two daughters, Aurora Perea and Edith Jones. Felix retired from the CF&I after 20 years of service and was a loyal member of St. Francis Parish for 30 years. Felix enjoyed working with his hands and was a carpenter by trade. He will be sadly missed by countless friends. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. today, at Imperial Funeral Home. Rosary, 7 p.m. tonight, and funeral Mass, 9 a.m. Thursday; both services at St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Los Cerritos Cemetery in Manassa, Colo. Perea, Gilbert Thomas Gilbert Thomas Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - November 24, 1986 - Gilbert Thomas Perea, affectionately known as KaiKi. Born July 5, 1945, in Pueblo, and died unexpectedly in California, Nov. 16, 1986. Preceded in death by father, Benjamin O. Perea, Sept. 15, 1985. Survived by children, Tammy McGee, Tommy Perea, Monica Perea, Renee Perea, Meloney Perea; mother, Rachel Perea; brothers, Benjamin Perea, Daniel Perea, Manuel Perea, Steve Perea, Joe Perea, Dave Perea; sisters, Beatrice Garcia, Marlys Gonzales, Ramona Montoya, and Marcie Reynolds; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held in Yorba Linda, Calif. Nov. 20, 1986. Perea, Jesus Jesus "Jess" Perea - Colorado Springs Gazette - March 16, 1995 - Jesus "Jess" Perea, 76, owner of Jess Cement Co. and subcontractor for 10 years, died March 13, 1995, at a local care center. Friends may call from noon to 5 p.m. and a vigil service will begin at 7 p.m. today at Nolan Funeral Home, 225 N. Weber St. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2030 W. Colorado Ave., with the Rev. James Bracke officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery, 1005 S. Hancock Ave. Mr. Perea was born May 26, 1918, in Red Wing to Santana and Jesusa (Sanchez) Perea. He was married Dec. 6, 1947, in Raton, N.M., to Caroline M. Perea, who survives. He also is survived by three daughters, Virginia Lewis and Gloria Liptock, both of Colorado Springs, and Shirley Ranieri of Bellmore, N.J.; two sisters, Martha Vialpando of Pueblo and Roseann Archuleta of Colorado Springs; seven grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. He had a brother, Dan, who is deceased. Mr. Perea served in the Army Air Corps in 1942. He had been an area resident for 50 ye the Colorado Laborers Local 577. He enjoyed painting, fishing, golfing, writing, crafts and gardening. Perea, Jonathan Luke Jonathan Luke Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - August 10, 1998 - Jonathan Luke Perea, 7, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord on Aug. 8, 1998. Born on Jan. 3, 1991, in Pueblo. Survived by his mother, Joetta Marie Perea of Pueblo- brothers, Aaron Perea, Jacob Perea and Marc Perea, all of Pueblo- grandparents, Ben and Wynn Perea of Pueblo West- and great-grandparents, Fidel and Mary Gutierrez, Pueblo- aunts and uncles, Gabe (Jamie) Perea, Denver, Paul (Alex) Perea, Terri (Mike) Gallegos, and Ben (Melissa) Perea, all of Pueblo West- cousins, Jared, Jaclyn, Kristen, Mike, Tim, Tom, Jerica, Chelsea, Izaiah and Dominick. Family requests donations be made to ACOVA in Jonathan's memory. Viewing from 1-6 p.m. today at Romero Funeral Chapel. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday at Full Gospel Christian Assembly Church, 1101 E. Seventh, with Pastor Anthony Garcia officiant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at 1278 De La Vista Ct., Pueblo West, 547-9751. Perea, Locadia Locadia Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - March 14, 2006 - Locadia Perea, 61, of Pueblo. Memorial service, 4 p.m. today, Romero Chapel. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero's Hall after service. Perea, Manuel Abe Manuel "Blackie" Abe Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - January 14, 2003 - Manuel "Blackie" Abe Perea, 59, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2003. He is survived by his partner and best friend, Carol Perea; children, Andrea Perea, Abe Perea, Beverly Pino, Christopher Pino; nine grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews; brothers and sisters, Benji Perea, Daniel Perea, Joseph Perea, Dave Perea, Joe Thompson Perea, Bea Garcia, Marlys Gonzales, Mona Montoya, Marcie Perea-Reynolds; brother- and-sisters-in-Law, Susan Barela, Geri Barela, Judy Caballero and Donald Barela; special friends, Jim Whaley, Mike Darcy and Tony Gonzales. Preceded in death by his mother and father, Benjamin and Rachel Perea; and four brothers and sisters; mother- and father-in-law, Ray and Ruby Barela. He always will be remembered by his beautiful stucco and bricklaying art. Manuel's greatest pleasure was fishing with his son. Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2003, St. Joseph Church in Blende. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2003, Good Shepherd Church, 1216 E. Beech, Benjamin Perea, officiating. Perea, Marie Marie Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - February 14, 1944 - Mrs. Marie Perea, services Tuesday 9 a.m., Mt. Carmel church. Rosary service Monday 8 p.m. from residence, 420 Spring St. Interment Roselawn cemetery. Jones Mortuary. Perea, Pedro J. Pedro J. Perea Yuma Pioneer April 3, 1908 Pedro J. Perea, one of the most prominent Mexican pioneers of Las Animas County, and a veteran of the Civil War, died March 29th of pneumonia. He was seventy-five years of age. Perea, Sandra L. Sandra L. Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - April 27, 2006 - Sandra L. Perea, 38, of Aurora, Colo., departed this life April 20, 2006. Sandra was born May 4, 1967, in Pueblo, Colo., to the union of Robert and Aurora Perea. Sandra was a medical assistant. She loved reading, crocheting, T.V. trivia and spending quality time with her family. She was preceded in death by her mother, Aurora Perea; her grandparents, Bernabe Perea, Felix Perea, and Christina Perea. Sandra is survived by her son, Nico Marquez; father, Robert Perea; brother, Duane (Maria) Perea; nieces, Alyssa, Rebecca, Nalina, and Elena, all of Denver; and grandmother, Gertrude Perea of Pueblo. Also survived by several aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Friday, St. Mary Catholic Church, 307 East Mesa Ave. Father Ben Bacino, celebrant. Perea, Santana Santana "Annie" Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - October 4, 1987 - Santana "Annie" Perea, 78, late of 1500 Fir, died Sept. 30, 1987. Survived by two sisters, Fidelia Vigil and Guillerma Montano. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Monday at Rivera Chapel. Roselawn. Perea, Wayne F. Wayne F. Perea - Pueblo Chieftain - April 17, 1986 - Wayne F. Perea, age 20, late of Cerro, N.M., died as a result of an automobile accident. Attended East High School. Mass is scheduled Wednesday, April 17, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Cerro, N.M. Perea-Ortiz, Rey Socorro Rey Socorro Perea-Ortiz - Pueblo Chieftain - June 15, 2000 - Rey Socorro Perea-Ortiz of Pueblo passed away June 1, 2000. Born June 1, 2000, in Albuquerque, N.M. Survived by mother, Marilyn Matilda Ortiz, Pueblo; father, Socorro Perea-Chavez, Albuquerque; grandparents, Phyllis Hernandez, Pueblo, Albert Ortiz, Pueblo, Rosa Emma Perea, Mexico and Luis Rey Perea, Mexico. Graveside funeral service, 3 p.m. Friday at Roselawn Cemetery, Rev. Frank Davied, officiant. Perez, Angelo Jr. Angelo Perez Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - May 29, 2003 - Angelo Perez Jr., 87, formerly of Pueblo, passed away May 16, 2003, in Baldwin Park, Calif. Born Aug. 2, 1915. He was preceded in death by parents, Angel and Vicenta Perez; brothers, Florentino and Charles. Survived by his wife, Isabel "Nena"; son, Edward Angelo Perez; daughter, Julie Perez; brothers, George "Coy" (Viola) Perez and Paul (Teddy) Perez; sisters, Domitila P. Herrera, Mary P. Cabral, Rose P. Romero, Josephine P. Leyva, Julia (Delfin) Martinez and Mary Lou Perez, all of Pueblo. Also survived by four stepchildren, 26 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, numerous loving nieces and nephews and sisters-in-law, Juanita "Cal" Perez and Natividad Perez. He retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. He was proud of receiving his high school diploma from Central High School in 2001. He stressed to his family the importance of education and family unity. Funeral services were held May 22, 2003, in Baldwin Park, Calif. Perez, Charles Charles "Coyle" Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - May 22, 1999 - Charles "Coyle" Perez, 86, passed away May 19, 1999, at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital following a brief illness. A retired forklift operator from the Pueblo Army Depot, Mr. Perez was born Nov. 4, 1912, in Mexico City, Mexico. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II and attained the rank of sergeant. Preceded in death by his parents, Angelo and Vicenta Tavares Perez-a brother, Florentino Perez- and a grandson, James "Jiggs" Perez. Survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Juanita Vigil Perez, known to everyone as "Cal," Pueblo- children, Nellie Osborn and Dolores (Augie) Marquez, both OF Pueblo Fred "Spike" Perez, Phoenix, Ariz., Angelo "Spud" (Cindy) Perez, Los Angeles, Calif., and James "Rocky" (Judy) Perez, Denver, Colo.- siblings, Tillie Herrera, Mae Cabral, Rosie Romero, Josie Leyva, Julia (Shorty) Martinez, Angel (Lena) Perez, Coy (Viola) Perez, Paul (Teddie) Perez and Marylou (Angel) Hernandez- grandchildren, Sheryl, David, Dena, Anthony, Arista, Chris, Crystal, Carmen, Baby James, Michelle, Dominic, Gabriel, Robert, Thomas, Angelina, Annette, Ron, Tenesha, Benjamin, Daniel, Raeann, Leonard, Lawrence, Fred, David, Brian, Narcisa, Bionca, Goo, Carmen (Poncho),Tricia (Benito) and Alenia- and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. "Coyle" was a very special person to everyone he knew. He was a Denver Broncos fan, and after every win, he would always say, "I told you so." He also was a big animal lover and had a special dog, "Sparkey." If you were a special friend of his, he would introduce you to his special pet known as "Elgin the Watchdog." Visitation, noon until 4 p.m. today and Sunday. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday. Both services at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Rev. Ron Roche, celebrant. Full military honors at graveside, Imperial Memorial Gardens, by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Family will receive friends at 1422 Stone St. Perez, Francisco Francisco (Radio) Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - September 18, 2002 - Francisco (Radio) Perez born in Zacatecos, Mexico passed away September 15, 2002. Age 48. Survived by wife Cindy, Father/ Mother-in-law Steve (Linda) Tafoya and family. Francisco will be greatly missed by family and friends. Services at Sacred Heart Church, Avondale, Colo. Friday, 20, 2002 at 10am. Perez, Ignacia Ignacia Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - August 17, 1997 - Ignacia Perez. Affectionately known as Iggy passed away Aug. 14, 1997. Ignacia was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel- parents, Angel and Refugio Ortega- sons, Florentino, Manuel and Phillip- and brother, Pete Ortega. She is survived by her daughter, Rita- sons, Robert (Ramona), and Russell (Eva) Perez- brother, Joe Ortega- sister, Katherine Gallegos- daughter-in-law, Carol Perez- eight grandchildren, Sean, Edward, Robert, Martha, Theresa, Jackie, Darlene, Dwayne- and eight great-grandchildren. Perez, Jennie Jennie Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - May 09, 2006 - Jennie Perez, 88, passed away May 6, 2006. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julian and Carmela Perez; step-father, Nemecio Perez; sister, Antonia Ayala; brothers, Albert and Jeniro Perez; great-great-nephew, Armando Rosales; aunt, Susie Mills; and uncles, Joe and Ben Mendoza. She is survived by her sister, Jane F. (Jesus "Chuey") Rosales; nephews and nieces, Jesus (Charlene) Rosales Jr., JoAnn F. Rosales, both of Pueblo, James Rosales of Indiana, and Joseph (Caroline) Rosales of Pueblo; also survived by Ann (Gary) Kochenberger, Denver, Susan Daniels, Colorado Springs, William N. (Marian) Baker, Chicago, Ill., Raymond T. (Frances) Baker, Denver, Betsy (Harold) Collison, California, Robert F. (Jonna S.) Baker, Pueblo; and her aunt, Marcella Sanchez of California; as well as by numerous other relatives. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Tuesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Donations in Jenny's name may be made to the Child Advocacy Center. Perez, John V. John V. Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - May 21, 2001 - John V. Perez, 55, passed away May 19, 2001. Survived by his loving sister, Maggie Perez; and brothers, Norberto (Theresa) Perez and Edward Perez. Also survived by loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by parents, Juan and Elicea Valdez Perez. Visitation, 8 to 5 p.m. Wednesday. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, both services at St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Perez, Jose Jose Perez - Yampa Leader - July 3, 1914 -Three Die, Four Hurt - Pueblo -Three men were killed , four were injured, while several others whose bodies have not been recovered, are believed to have been buried in the debris, when the engine of an extra freight train comprising thirty-two cars and caboose left the rails on the main line of the Denver & Rio Grande railroad near the Goodnight ranch, six miles west of Pueblo, and plowed into an embankment. The wreck is attributed by railroad officials to the spreading of the rails, caused by their expansion under intense heat. A repair crew was at work on the track, over which trains were passing frequently, when the accident occurred. The dead: John M. Nolan, engineer; crushed to death in his cab. Jose Perez, thirty, crushed to death in refrigerator car. Juan Sevalues, 23; crushed to death in refrigerator car. The injured: O. V. Hipps, fireman; scalded by escaping steam and bruised in jumping to safety from cab. Charles Barone, thirty, Shawnee, Okla., ribs broken and possible internal injuries. Andrew Alcon, twenty-eight, Lucerne, N.M.; bruised and possible internal injuries. George Lowe, thirty-five, member of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, Sparks, Nev.; broken leg. Only about half of a band of twenty-five tramps who were riding the train toward the wheat fields of Kansas have been accounted for. It is thought likely that an examination of the wreckage of the eight cars which followed the engine from the rail and were demolished may reveal more dead. None of the present list of known dead were members of the train crew except the fireman and the engineer. The body of the engineer was dug from his cab about four hours after the crash. The force of the impact of the giant freight locomotive against the soft dirt embankment forced one side of the engine into the slope for several feet. Nolan's skull was crushed and his body was completely buried. Perez, Juanita Vigil Juanita Vigil Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - December 19, 2004 - Juanita Vigil Perez, 78, affectionately known to all family and friends as "Cal" departed this life Dec. 15, 2004, at Parkview Medical Center. She was born in Walsenburg on June 29, 1926, to Tobias and Dolores (Pacheco) Vigil. They preceded her in death; also two sisters, Rachael Vigil, Mary Ann Lewis; a brother, Toby Vigil; grandson, James "Jiggs" Perez, and beloved husband, Charles "Coily" Perez. She owned and operated Cal's Lounge in Bessemer for 15 years. She was a die-hard Denver Broncos and John Elway fan. She was a superb cook and her enchiladas would melt in your mouth. Cal was a mother to her children and grandchildren, but more than this she also was "Mom" to many who knew and loved her for her wisdom and kindness. Her door was always open to family and friends - One never left Cal's hungry. She leaves to cherish her memory a daughter, Dolores (Augie) Marquez; three sons, Fred "Spike" Perez, Angelo "Spud" Perez, and James "Rocky" Perez; two sisters, Theresa (Norbert) Perez; two brothers, Lee Vigil, Phillip Vigil; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation, noon until 6 p.m. today, Angelus Chapel. Both services, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, the Rev. Thomas R. Hinni C.M., celebrant. Interment Imperial Memorial Gardens. The Perez Family will receive friends at the Zaragoza Hall following the burial rites. Pueblo Chieftain - December 20, 2004 - Juanita "Cal" Perez. Survived also by a sister, Betty (Buddy) Duran. Perez, Louis S. Louis S. "Louie" Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - November 04, 1998 - Louis S. "Louie" Perez, 79, passed away Nov. 2, 1998, at Parkview Medical Center. Born Oct. 11, 1919, in La Junta. The Perez family are residents of the Avondale area since 1939. Mr. Perez served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Retired from Asarco Smeltering Company. He enjoyed greyhound racing, various lotteries and either listening to a story or telling one. Louie was very outspoken and would voice his opinion on issues concerning his community. He also enjoyed taking care of various animals. Preceded in death by his parents, Carmen and Natavidad Savala Perez- a brother, Mario Perez- a sister, Frances Chavez. Louie leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Lucy Lira Perez, whom he married New Years Eve Dec. 31, 1939, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church- a son, Julian (Sharon) Perez- two grandchildren, Christopher and Kelly Perez, all of Sacramento, Calif. - two brothers, Cruz (Emma) Perez, Denver, Fermin Perez- a sister, Ramona Herrera, both of Gas City, Ind. - numerous other relatives and friends. Both services, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Avondale. Funeral Mass, 7 p.m. Thursday. Rosary vigil, 10 a.m. Friday, Rev. Maurice O. Gallagher celebrant. Interment, Roselawn. The Perez family will receive friends at the church hall following the burial rites. Perez, Lucy Lucy "Grandma Nina" Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - July 20, 1998 - Lucy "Grandma Nina" Perez, 93, of Pueblo, departed this world and loved ones on July 19, 1998. Born on Jan. 6, 1905, in Manzanola. She was a Pueblo resident since 1913. Preceded in death by her spouse, Nemecio Perez- and her parents, Juan and Virginia Romero. Also preceded in death by brothers, John Romero, Alfred Romero, Joe Romero, Lonnie Romero and Roger Romero- nephew, Jimmy Romero. Survived by son, Richard (Della) Carrillo, Pueblo- daughters, Mary Avalos, Virginia (Mack) Romero, Jenny Perez, and Jane (Jesus) Rosales, all of Pueblo- 18 grandchildren- 27 great-grandchildren- eight great-great-grandchildren. Grandma Nina, you will be greatly missed by all your loving family. Lucy loved to cook, knit and spend time with her family. Lucy was a member of the Zaragoza Society. Viewing, 1-7 p.m. today. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. today at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, at St. Joseph Church, Rev. Bob Carden, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at 1627 Carteret after the service. Perez, Lucy Lira Lucy Lira Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - December 01, 2005 - Lucy Lira Perez, 86, departed this life on Nov. 26, 2005. She was born on Jan. 7, 1919, in Jesus del Monte, GTO, Mexico, to the union of Eleuterio and Modesta Lira, both of whom preceded her in death; along with her beloved husband, Louis Perez; and niece, Rafita Chavez. Lucy retired from the Colorado State Hospital after 20 years of service. She was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society, Sacred Heart Church, Avondale, and she sang in the Sacred Heart Church Choir. Lucy loved to crochet and root for the Denver Broncos. She is survived by her son, Julian Perez; grandson, Christopher Perez; granddaughter, Kelly (Chris) Starr; five nephews, five nieces and numerous grand-nephews, grand-nieces, cousins and other relatives and friends. Visitation, noon to 4 p.m. today, Angelus Chapel. Rosary, 7 p.m. today, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday; both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Avondale, with Father Kevin Bachmann, OSB, as celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pueblo Chieftain - December 02, 2005 - Lucy Lira Perez. Also preceded in death by her brother, Juan Lira. Funeral, 10 a.m. today, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Avondale, with Father Kevin Bachmann, OSB, as celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Perez, Maclovia Maclovia "Maxine" Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - July 25, 2004 - Maclovia "Maxine" Perez, 83, of Pueblo, formerly of Center, entered the gates of Heaven, July 22, 2004. Born Jan. 23, 1921, in Vallecitos, N.M. Preceded in death by husband, Raymond Perez Sr.; son, Julian Aldaz; parents, Juan and Beatrice Aldaz; siblings, Bill Aldaz, Hilario Aldaz, Jim Aldaz, Evelyn Arellano. Survived by children, Betty (Blas) Hernandez, Ray (Lena) Perez Jr., Bea (Manuel Sr.) Martinez, Clarence (Eleanor) Perez; siblings, Alfred (Amelia) Aldaz, Levi (Lucy) Aldaz, John (Rita) Aldaz, Andrew (Maxine) Aldaz, Jennie Medina; also survived by 12 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Maxine was an avid Bronco and Rockies fan, she will always be remembered for the love she had for her family, her delicious canned green chili and her cooking. Visitation, 3 to 5 p.m. today and 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday. Vigil service, 7 p.m. Monday, all at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Leander Church. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after both services, and at 8 Crestaloma, home of son Ray and Lena Perez, prior to services. Perez, Mary Lou Mary Lou Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - November 09, 2001 - Mary Lou Perez, 56, of Walsenburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2001. Survived by her mother, Anna Mae Cruz, Walsenburg; children, Daisy Jessica, Noah, Tammy; brothers, Orland Cruz, Walsenburg, Carlos (Joan) Cruz, Denver, Anthony Cruz, Jake Cruz, Walsenburg; sister, Betty (Gilbert) Gomez, Pueblo; grandchildren, Tyler, Sterling and Ashley. Preceded in death by her father, Fidel Cruz. Services, St. Mary Church. Rosary, 7 p.m. Friday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, St. Mary Church. Interment, North Veta Cemetery, Walsenburg. Perez, Mary Lou Mary Lou Perez - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - May 12, 1961 - Three Pueblo Girls Killed in Soldier's Car Crash - Pueblo, Colo. - Three persons were killed and six were injured late Thursday night when a car driven by a Fort Carson soldier crashed into a bridge south of Pueblo. The victims were identified tentatively as Mary Lou Perez, 20, of Pueblo and Sadie Espinoza and Dorothy Trujillo, 17. The Trujillo girl died early today in a Pueblo hospital. Robert Barber, 23, of Fort Carson was driving south from Pueblo when the accident occurred. His passengers included a companion, Robert Brown, and seven girls. The car took out several guard rails and smashed into the bridge abutment. Barber was still unconscious in a Pueblo hospital early today. The injured were indentified tentatively as Carmen Trujillo, Angela Hernandez, Lupe Stein, Helen Gonzales and Brown. The three deaths raised Colorado's 1961 traffic fatality toll to 143. By this time in 1960, the worst for traffic deaths in state history, 111 had died. Perez, Trini Auntie Trini Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - March 11, 2000 - Auntie Trini Perez, born April 26, 1911, in Williams, Ariz. Survived by brother, Authur (Nancy) Guterriz of Colorado Springs; sister, Lupe (Gabby) Valles of Pueblo; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a loving aunt who was like a mother in the upbringing of four generations of nieces and nephews. Everyone who was fortunate enough to know her knew what a kind, loving and generous woman she was; she will be sadly missed by her family. Viewing is scheduled for Sunday, March 12, from noon to 4 p.m. at Rose Chapel. Service, Monday, March 13, at 2 p.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Church; interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Perez, Vera Angie Vera Angie Solis Perez - Pueblo Chieftain - July 25, 2003 - Vera Angie Solis Perez, 72, born Nov. 11, 1931, in El Paso, Texas, passed away July 23, 2003, at Parkview Medical Center. She was a retired professional baker. She enjoyed going to shopping sales with her best friend and sister, Rose. She also enjoyed Cripple Creek, listening to music and reading what she considered the greatest book ever written, the Bible, which she read on a daily basis. She attended Praise Assembly Church. Predeceased by her parents, Albert and Jennie (Hernandez) Solis Sr.; three brothers, Leonard, Albert and Max Solis; two sisters, Erlinda Solis Roman and Mary Solis. She leaves to cherish her memory a son, Job Phillip Perez Jr., Pueblo; a daughter, Corrina A. (Frank) Linero, Riverside, Calif.; four sisters, Rose Solis Avila, Pueblo, Marge Dimiek, Rosemead, Calif., Jennie (Albert "Beto") Rogers, Denver, Lupita Blake, El Paso, Texas; three brothers, Joe (Martha "Daisy") Solis, Pueblo, Ambrose (Mary) Solis, Laverne, Calif., Robert Solis, Rosemead, Calif.; two grandchildren, Samatha and Serrina Linero; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Visitation, noon until 6 p.m. today, Angelus Chapel. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Saturday, Angelus Chapel, Pastor Darron Wilson of Praise Assembly Church officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pering, Floyd L. Floyd L. Pering - Pueblo Chieftain - September 25, 1997 - Floyd L. Pering passed away Sept. 23, 1997. Survived by his brother, R.D. (Grace) Pering, and nephews, Dale R. Pering and James D. Pering, all of Chula Vista, Calif. Born July 1, 1912, in Springfield, Colo., and was a longtime Pueblo resident. Member of the Methodist Church- Odd Fellows Lodge-Silver State Lodge No. 95, AF&AM- Southern Colorado Scottish Rite Bodies and Pueblo York Rite Bodies. Veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving during World War II. He lived in Australia for two years. He returned to Trinidad and later moved to Pueblo. He was a well-known musician, teaching piano in both Trinidad and Pueblo for 50 years. Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with Masonic rites by Silver State Lodge No. 95, AF&AM. Interment will follow Friday afternoon in the Masonic Cemetery in Trinidad. Peritore, Joseph A. Joseph A. Peritore - Pueblo Chieftain - May 06, 1986 - Joseph A. Peritore, 41, of Colorado Springs, died May 4, 1986. Preceded in death by father, Angelo V. Peritore. Survived by wife, Deborah; brother, Sal, of Marion; sisters, Toni Peritore and Elanie Flores, both of Pueblo; mother, Maria Reid; and stepfather, Earl Reid, both of Tucson, Ariz. Mr. Peritore was born Jan. 15, 1945, in Brooklyn, N.Y. He attended the University of Southern Colorado and worked as an architectural designer at Joseph A. Peritore & Assoc. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Pauline Chapel, with the Rev. Robert Mann officiating. Interment, Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation, noon to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday at Swan-Law Funeral Home. Perkins, Bernard W. Bernard W. Perkins - Huerfano World - March 4, 1999 - Bernard W. Perkins, 92, of Walsenburg, formerly of Pueblo and Canon City, died February 23, 1999 in the Huerfano Medical Center. He had been a resident of Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home in Walsenburg for about three years. Born July 3, 1906 to Jessie Clora McCay Perkins, he served in the US Army during World War II. He never married and is survived by several nephews and numerous friends at the Veterans Home. Cremation. Interment later at Lakeside Cemetery in Canon City. Perkins, Charles Wesley Charles Wesley Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - October 17, 1933 - Charles Wesley Perkins, 77, at the home of his daughter in the Penrose district Monday. Father of Mrs. Bertha Schroeder, Penrose; Mrs. Dora Olinger of Maslin, Tex.; Harry of Pueblo; Mrs. Myrtle Vance of Washington, D. C., and grandfather of nine, great-grandfather of one. Funeral announcements later. Pueblo Chieftain - October 22, 1933. The funeral of Charles W. Perkins will be held at our chapel at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon. Please omit flowers. Burial in Mt. View. Perkins, Frank Frank Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - March 1, 1987 - Frank Perkins, late of Flint, Mich., passed away there Feb. 24, 1987, due to cardiac arrhythmia and cardio megaly. Frank was an assistant coach with the Flint Spirits Hockey Team in the International Hockey League. He is survived by his parents, David M. Perkins and Catherine Perkins, both of Pueblo; one brother, John Perkins of Pueblo; one sister, Kathleen Perkins of Germany; his fiancιe, Kathy Stoker of Flint, Mich.; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huber of Prospect Park, Pa., and Bessie Perkins of Cape May, N. J. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with the Rev. Kenneth Klopp of the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church officiating. Interment will be in Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family respectfully requests the omission of flowers. Those who wish may make donations to the Frank Perkins Youth Hockey Memorial Fund, Account No. 754873, Colorado National Bank, P.O. Box 11067, Pueblo 81001. Perkins, Harry W. Jr. Harry W. Perkins Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - June 04, 2002 - Harry W. Perkins Jr., 85, passed away June 1, 2002. Preceded in death by his wife, Maybell; and son, "Bill" Perkins. Survived by children, Harry III, Richard (Karol) and Dennis (Diane); seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Perkins, Harry William III Harry William Perkins III - Pueblo Chieftain - April 13, 2004 - Harry William Perkins III, 63, born Oct. 31, 1940, in Pueblo, Colo., departed this life unexpectedly in April 2004. He graduated from Central High School in 1959, and went to serve in the Air Force for four years. Harry was employed by King Soopers in Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo for 35 years retiring in 1995. Harry was very talented with art and glass work. He will be sadly missed by his family. Preceded in death by his parents, Harry W. and Maybell Perkins Jr.; brother, William "Bill" C. Perkins. Survived by brothers, Richard (Karol) Perkins and Dennis (Diane) Perkins; sister-in-law, Jane Perkins; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of food and flowers, please make a donation to Dream Weavers in memory of Harry W. Perkins III. Perkins, Jim Jim Perkins Greenhorn Valley News July 25, 2003 Perkins Dies This Week After Tribute It is our honor to announce that our beloved husband and father Jim Perkins has been received and excepted into God's loving home and healing hands on July 22, 2003, at age 59. He is and will be loved and is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Linda and their three children, Jimmy Dale (Brenda) and four children Sarah, Chan Kyle, and Kaylynn of Elko, NV. Janet Lee and son Brent Cook of Rye. Shane Wade (Kim) and four children Tyler, Wyatt, Trevor and Rachael of Gillette, WY. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten by the people of whose lives he has touched. Services will be held Saturday, July 25 at the rye Home Methodist Church. Time to be announced. Reception will follow service at Colorado City Community Center. Perkins, Josephine Josephine Saline (Broux) Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - January 29, 2006 - Josephine Saline (Broux) Perkins was welcomed into the arms of our Lord Jan. 27, 2006. She was born to Leo and Josephine Broux March 25, 1934, in Pueblo, Colo. To cherish her memory, she leaves her devoted husband, Neal, of 51 years. Through their union they were blessed with seven children, Rebecca of Las Vegas, Nev.; Patrick (Jacqueline) of Flower Mound, Texas; Kevin (Sue) of Pueblo; Claudia (Kirk) Gieswein of Maquoketa, Iowa; Timothy of Denver; Brian of Pueblo; and Veronica (Mark) Gibson of Severna Park, Md. She is also survived by her only sister, Barbara (James) Gradishar; also sisters-in-law, Fannie Mae Bernard, Georgia Perkins and Eva Perkins. They have 17 wonderful grandchildren and five great-grandchildren for whom she would cook, entertain and share her love for all aspects of life. Jo has many special friends, young and old, who will be left to cherish her memory. Jo retired from District 60 in 1995 after 25 years. After retirement she continued to substitute in the administration building and also worked for District 60 athletics, selling tickets at Dutch Clark Stadium. Jo presided as president of Central High School Foundation and volunteered at the AARP Information Center. Jo also served as Eucharistic Minister at Holy Family Parish and enjoyed her membership in the Red Hat Society. Preceded in death by her father, her mother and her daughter-in-law. Visitation will be 3 to 7 p.m. today at Roselawn Funeral Home. Recitation of the Rosary will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30. Mass of the Resurrection will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31. Interment will be at Imperial Memorial Gardens following the services. We welcome family and friends to join us for a luncheon at Mount Carmel Church Hall for a celebration of her life. Perkins, Leanna Maynelle Leanna "Maynelle" West Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - June 27, 2002 - Leanna "Maynelle" West Perkins, 76, passed away June 22, 2002. She was born Jan. 21, 1926, in Dodge City, Kan., to Rolland and Edna Belmear West. She retired from the Pueblo Horizons Credit Union. She is survived by a son, Jack Edward Perkins; and three sisters, Ruth VanGilder of Quincy, Calif., Betty Stickney of Dodge City, Kan., and Kitty Jayne Broadie of Wichita, Kan. Maynelle's quick wit and telephone "therapy" will be greatly missed by family and friends. All visitors were treated to trips to the Riverwalk. She requested that no viewing and no services be held. We will honor that request. Private interment will be held at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo Foundation, Inc. (HARP, Inc.) through the funeral home office. Perkins, Lucille Lucille Ellen (Keating) Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - April 23, 2002 - Lucille Perkins, 84 years, passed away at home on April 20, 2002. Her husband, Roy D. Perkins, precedes her in death. Born in Perry, Okla., she moved to Colorado in 1936, living in Pueblo since 1942. She worked as a nurse's aide at Parkview Hospital for many years retiring at age 62. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a member of the Altar Society. She is survived by two sisters, Lillie Hamlin of Aurora, Colo., and Kathryn Millard of Pueblo ; her daughter, Helen M. Taylor of Pueblo ; sons, Michael R. (Cathy) Perkins of Beulah, Colo., and James E. (Judy) Perkins, of Stockton, Calif. She leaves 11 grandchildren. Viewing 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, with rosary to follow at 7 p.m., T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2002, at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Memorials can be sent to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, or charity of choice. Interment will be at Imperial Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Perkins, Lydia G. Lydia G. Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - July 13, 1997 - Lydia G. Perkins passed away July 11, 1997. Mrs. Perkins was preceded in death by husband, Lawrence W. Perkins (March 1982) - son, Robert M. Perkins (1956) - and daughter, JoAnn Perkins Reitemeier (1977). Survived by sons, Bill (Kay) and Dave (Eve) Perkins, both of Pueblo, seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was a longtime member of St. Paul United Methodist Church and loved music, having played piano most of her life. She was born in 1912 in Madrid, Neb. Private services and interment were held at Roselawn Cemetery with Rev. Ross Kershaw officiating. In lieu of food or flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the local chapter of the American Cancer Society in her memory. Arrangements by McCarthy-Comer Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight Ave. Perkins, Mae M. Mae M. Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - September 16, 1998 - Mae M. Perkins, born May 15, 1899, in Cheyenne, Okla., passed away Sept. 10, 1998. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Thomas A. Perkins. Mae was active in the Democratic Party, serving as the Democratic chairwoman of her precinct No. 56. She was a member of the Rebecca Lodge and the Central Christian Church. She is survived by her children, John (Dorothy) Perkins and William R. (Julie) Perkins. Also survived by five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Thursday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel with interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation through the funeral home office. Perkins, Margaret Mrs. Margaret Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - October 13, 1928 - Mrs. Margaret Perkins, a resident of Pueblo for the past 14 years, passed away Oct. 12, at the home of her son, H. W. Perkins, 934 East Abriendo Avenue. Deceased had reached the age of 66 years and is survived by her husband C. W. Perkins, three daughters, Mrs. G. H. Olinger, of Marlin, Tex.; Mrs. W. A. Schroder, of Trinidad, Colo.; Mrs. V. C. Vance, of San Francisco; one son H. W. Perkins of Pueblo, four sisters, Mrs. C. C. Miller, of Chico, Colo.; Mrs. O. M. Newland, of Guthrie, Okla.; Mrs. C. D. Crisman of Salt Lake City, and Mrs. Jenny Galiagher, of Pueblo, and four brothers, E. S. Wallace, of Salt Lake City, Oscar Wallace, of Silt, Colo.; S. T. Wallace of Beulah, Colo., and H. H. Wallace, of Pueblo. She was a member of the Congregational church of this city. Funeral services will be held at the Sieg Mortuary Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Interment at Mountain View cemetery. Perkins, Maybell C. Maybell C. Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - November 21, 1998 - Maybell C. Perkins, 77, passed away Nov. 20, 1998. Survived by her husband, Harry W. Perkins Jr.- sons, Harry W. Perkins III, William C. (Jane) Perkins, Richard E. (Karol) Perkins and Dennis B. (Diane) Perkins, all of Pueblo- seven grandchildren- six great-grandchildren- brothers, Raymond Mueller and Joe (Pat) Mueller, both of Pueblo- sisters, Isabell Davis of Billings, Mont., and Betty Saylor of Fairfax, Iowa. Preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Violet Mueller- brother, Charlie Mueller- and sisters, Lillian Roe, Carol Mueller and Evelyn Studen. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Monday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Visitation, noon until 5 p.m. today and Sunday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in her memory. Perkins, Roberta F. Roberta F. Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - October 30, 1998 - Roberta F. Perkins, longtime Pueblo resident passed away Oct. 27, 1998. She is preceded in death by her husband, Riley Perkins, June 27, 1973. Survived by her children, Darrell Duane (Mary Beth) Perkins Sr. of Douglas, Wyo., and Ethel Lee Belveal of Rangely, Colo. - nine grandchildren- numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren- one niece and one nephew. She was a life member of the Rebekah Lodge. Viewing hours are 3 to 5 p.m. today and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Saturday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Those who wish may contribute to the American Diabetes Association through the funeral home office in lieu of flowers. Perkins, Thomas A. Thomas A. Perkins Pueblo Chieftain - June 17, 1924 The funeral of Thomas a. Perkins was held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from the United Davis-Vories chapel. Rev. T. C. Collister conducted the services. Mrs. L. M. Johnson and Mrs. George C. Litz accompanied by Mrs. P. K. Brown sang 'Jewels,' 'among the Stately Lilies,' and 'Safe in the Arms of Jesus.' Interment was made in Mountain View Cemetery. Perkins, Traci Traci (Howard) Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - May 08, 2005 - Traci (Howard) Perkins, 41, passed away May 4, 2005. Born Nov. 21, 1963, in Garden City, Kan., to Ted Howard of Independence, Kan., and Jo Jean Mitschler of Colorado Springs. She is survived by her loving husband, Brian; her children, Emma Belle Perkins, Sean Dasher Perkins of Pueblo, Courtney and Caleb Collins of Canon City, and Jenna Briggs of Newman Lake, Wash.; sister Pam Moler (Clayton) Goodwin; father- and mother-in-law, Neal and Josephine Perkins; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Beckie Perkins of Las Vegas, Nev.; Pat (Jaci) Perkins of Flower Mound, Texas; Kevin (Sue) Perkins of Pueblo; Claudia (Kirk) Gieswein of Maquoketa, Iowa; Tim Perkins of Denver; Veronica (Mark) Gibson; and Severna Park, Md. Traci is also survived by many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. She enjoyed reading, working puzzles and singing to Emma Belle. Visitation will be Monday, May 9, 2005, from 10 a.m. until the 2 p.m. funeral service at the Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sunwest Credit Union in Emma Belle Perkins' name for her education. Perkins, Tracy E. Tracy E. Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - January 28, 2006 - Tracy E. Perkins was born Sept. 12, 1957, to Joe and Betty Perkins in Lamar, Colo. He passed away on Jan. 16, 2006, at the age of 48 years. He was raised on the family farm and attended the Lamar public schools, graduating from Lamar High School with the class of 1976. He graduated from Lamar Community College in 1978. He is survived by wife, Doylene Gabbert, Lamar; daughter, Deanna (Daniel) Azlin, Escondido, Calif.; mother, Betty Perkins, Lamar; sister, Nancy (Bill) Smotherman, Penrose, Colo.; uncles, Lloyd Perkins, J.D. (LeEtta) Wilson; aunts, Stella Moser and Catherine (Kenneth) Terrill. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe H. Perkins Jr. A celebration of Tracy's life was held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, 2006, Peacock Family Chapel, Lamar. Rev. Dennis Bradley of the Lamar First Baptist Church officiated. Interment was held at Fairmount Cemetery. Tracy had various jobs throughout his life, but served as janitor of the First Baptist Church for 17 years. In Tracy's spare time, he enjoyed playing his drums, researching antique tractors and working on latch hook rugs, which he won several ribbons for. Tracy will be missed by his family and many friends. Perkins, Velma L. Velma L. Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - October 22, 2003 - Velma L. Perkins, 87, passed away Oct. 19, 2003, in Colorado Springs, Colo. She married Clifford I. Perkins on May 21, 1932, and celebrated 60 years of marriage before Clifford died. They worked on ranches in Colorado. Survived by three children, Glenna (Earl) Stark of Oklahoma City, Okla., Bill (Mary Ellen) Perkins of Falcon, Colo., Jim (Connie) Perkins of Westminster, Calif.; eight grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; brother, Forrest (Glaida) Craven of Kit Carson, Colo.; sisters, Helen Sheard of Pueblo, Colo., and Edith Holyman of Salem, Ore. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Perkins, William C. William C. "Bill" Perkins - Pueblo Chieftain - June 18, 1999 - William C. "Bill" Perkins, 57, went to be with the Lord, June 16, 1999, after a struggle with cancer. Bill was born on Nov. 9, 1941, in Pueblo, Colo. He was a loving husband and father and was devoted to his grandchildren who lovingly called him "Papa." He was preceded in death by his mother, Maebell Perkins and mother-in-law, Matilda Eck. Survived by his wife, Jane, of 35 years- son, Jerry- daughters, Donna and Joni Perkins, all of Pueblo- stepdaughter, Lori Semerod of Nebraska- grandchildren, Kayla, Jacob, Dominic, Marcus, Ethan, Giangelo and Hannah, all of Pueblo- five step-grandchildren of Nebraska-father, Harry Perkins, Jr.- brothers, Harry III, Richard (Karol) and Dennis(Diane) Perkins, all of Pueblo- several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law in Kansas- as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He will lie in state at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. today. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 1999, at the Chapel. Interment will follow at Memorial Gardens. Perko, Angela F. Angela F. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - May 11, 1987 - Angela F. Perko, May 9, 1987. Predeceased by husband, Charles Perko, 1983. Mother of Charles W. (Josephine) Perko and Mrs. Virginia (Edward) Peterlin. Survived also by grandchildren, Charles J. (Ursula) Perko, David M. (Margie) Perko, Frances Ann Peterlin and Patricia Ann Peterlin; great-grandchildren, Charles Andrew Perko and Anthony Peter Perko; as well as nieces and nephews. A member of St. Mary Parish, Slovenian Women's' Union of America Branch No. 3 and Christian Mothers. Mass of Christian Burial, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 12, St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. The family will meet friends at St. Mary Parish Hall after interment. Perko, Ann Ann Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - September 04, 2002 - Ann Perko, 84, born March 31, 1918, passed away Sept. 2, 2002. Survived by her husband of 55 years, Don Perko; and her children, Marti (Harry) Conlin, San Jose, Calif., and Don (Margie) Perko Jr., Littleton, Colo. She is also survived by her sister, Violet (Richard) Weyand, Wichita, Kan.; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Dick and Bernadine Perko; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and one sister. Ann was a loving wife and mother. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Thursday. The family will receive friends Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service, Friday, 10 a.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Church in care of the funeral home office. Perko, Anthony J. Anthony J. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - May 11, 1987 - Anthony J. Perko passed away May 9, 1987, after a long lingering illness. Lifetime resident of Pueblo. He is survived by brothers, Rudolph (Mollie) Perko, Albert (Anne) Perko and Joseph (Billie) Perko; sisters, Mary Tekavec, Margaret Germ, Sylvia Spinuzzi, Dorothy Stupnik of Pueblo and Anna (Louis) Pugel, San Antonio, Texas. Survived also by numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents, Anton and Margaret Perko; brother, John, and sister, Frances Perko. Mr. Perko was a member of St. Mary Parish and the National Retired Teachers Association. He was a graduate of Centennial High School in 1921. He received his bachelor's degree in 1929 from Colorado State Teachers College, Greeley, and his master's degree from Denver University in 1940. Mr. Perko taught for 30 years in Colorado and New Mexico, retiring from Raton High School in 1959. He was a veteran of service with U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II, having served as an instructor of Military Correspondence and Typewriting. Mr. Perko was a commercial teacher at Northeastern Junior College in Sterling and Walsenburg High School, before returning to the Raton High School faculty in 1953. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers and that memorials be made to the charity of their choice. The family will receive their friends after the Mass in the church hall. Services: St. Mary Church, Mass of Christian Burial, 7 p.m. Monday and recitation of the rosary, 11 a.m. Tuesday. Interment, Roselawn. Perko, Bertha C. Bertha C. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - November 04, 1997 - Bertha C. Perko, passed Nov. 3, 1997. Preceded in death by husband, John Joseph Perko. Survived by her daughter, Barbara (Mike) Gregorich, Pueblo, Colo. - and son, William (Donna) Perko, Layton, Utah. Also survived by her brother, Anthony (Betty) Hund- grandsons, Michael Gregorich, Steven Gregorich, Robert Gregorich, Lindsey Perko- and numerous nieces and nephews. Also preceded in death by grandson, William Gregorich- brothers and sister, Bernard, Albert, Raymond Joe and William Hund and Agnes Parr. Mrs. Perko was a member of Holy Family parish, AARP, Extension Club and a St. Mary-Corwin Hospital Volunteer. Funeral Mass, Thursday, 2 p.m., Holy Family Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Perko, Bertha E. Bertha E. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - April 16, 2000 - Bertha E. Perko. Survived by daughter, Eileen (Bill) Lukanic, two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visitation, 5 to 7 p.m. Monday. Funeral service, noon Tuesday, Crown Hill. Memorial service, 7 p.m. Monday, April 17, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Pueblo. Perko, Billie L. Billie L. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - September 05, 2004 - Billie L. Perko departed this life following a lengthy illness Sept. 3, 2004. Born in Pueblo, Colo., on Jan. 11, 1921. Billie is preceded in death by parents, William Brill and Leona Harris Brill; son, Dennis Perko; grandson, Darryl Scharton. Survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Joe. She was also the loving mother of Sherlan (Larry) Scharton, Gerald (Renay) Perko, Robert (Marsha) Perko, and Linda (Ken) Meek; grandchildren, Michael Scharton, Randy (Tiffany) Brandi, Sandra Perko, Lacy (Nik) Hanssen, Amber and Bobby Perko, Keith (Mayumi) Meek and Kimberly (David) Lisac. Billie was a member of St. Francis Church, where the services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7. Family respectfully requests the omission of food. Donations may be made to St. Francis Church in Billie's name. The family will be receiving family and friends during the viewing at St. Francis Church from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. The family would also like to especially thank Dr. Jensen and his staff as well as the staff at Life Care Center of Pueblo for their caring and support. Perko, Edward L. Edward L. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - December 8, 1987 - In Memoriam - In Loving Memory of Edward L. Perko, who passed away December 8, 1970. Always in our thoughts and hearts. Sadly missed by Wife, Kay and family. Perko, Felix Joseph Felix Joseph "Gunsel" Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - June 17, 2004 - Felix Joseph "Gunsel" Perko, 88, born June 6, 1916, passed away June 15, 2004, at the Colorado State Veteran's Home in Florence. Survived by his son, Stanley (Carole) Perko; sister, Mary Kristan; sister-in-law, Ann Perko; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Perko; brothers, Stanley, John and Joseph Perko; sisters, Annie and Olga Perko; sister-in-law, Bertha Perko; and brother-in-law, John Kristan. During World War II, Sgt. Felix Perko was crew chief on an amphibian tractor, serving with the Second Marine Division in Solomon Islands, Guadacanal, Tarawa, Saipan and Tinian. He was known as a Marine's Marine and was awarded the Silver Star, Purple Heart, four Bronze Stars, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon, WWII Victory Medal and the American Campaign Medal. Felix retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. He was a friendly, caring and generous person and enjoyed spending time with his friends. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery with military honors by the Marine Corps Honor Guard. Perko, Fred E. Fred E. (Fox) Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - February 25, 1998 - Fred E. (Fox) Perko, 90, of Pueblo, passed away Feb. 21, 1998. Born Jan. 13, 1908, Pueblo, Colo. Survived by his beloved wife, Josephine, to whom he was married 63 years- daughters, Barbara (Rudy) Trontell and Patricia (Steve) Yengich, both of Pueblo. Also survived by grandchildren, Michael (Nancy) Trontell, Pueblo, Christy Trontell, Parker, Colo., Greg (Carolyn) Yengich, Pueblo, and Eric Yengich, Pueblo- four great-granddaughters- brother, Bernie Perko, Pueblo- and sister-in-law, Helen (Hank) Kehl, Denver. Fox retired from CF&I, 1970, after 45 years of service. He loved baseball, football and bowling. He loved to walk and stop to talk with his friends. He will be missed. Visitation, Wednesday, Feb. 25, 1998, noon to 5 p.m., T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Service, Thursday, Feb. 26, 1998, 10 a.m., St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Mary Catholic Church. Perko, Joe V. Joe V. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - December 19, 2005 - Joe V. Perko, age 88, passed away Dec. 17, 2005, in Pueblo, following a lengthy illness. He was born on Feb. 12, 1917, in Pueblo. Joe was preceded in death by his loving wife Billie L. (Brill) Perko; infant sister, Hester Perko; son, Dennis; grandson, Darryl Scharton; parents, Anton and Margaret (Meyers) Perko; brothers, Anthony, John, Rudolph, and Albert; sisters, Mary Tekavec, Anna Pugel, Margaret Germ and Francis Perko. Joe is survived by his children, Sherlan (Larry) Scharton, Pueblo; Gerald (Renay) Perko, Pueblo; Robert (Marsha) Perko, Omaha, Neb.; and Linda (Ken) Meek, Pueblo West; grandchildren, Michael Scharton, Randal Perko, Brandi and Sandra Perko, Lacy (Nik) Hannsen, Amber (Nick) Berglund, Bobbie Perko, Keith (Mayumi) Meek, and Kimberly (David) Lisac; great-grandchildren, Kailee Meek and Jacob Lisac; sisters, Sylvia Spinuzzi, Dorothy Stupnik, Pueblo; and sister-in-law, Ann Perko, Pueblo. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Joe and Billie were married July 11, 1940, at St. Patrick's Church in Pueblo and shared 64 years of marriage. They had five children, 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Joe retired as a general foreman from the CF&I blast furnace in February 1976, after 37 years of service. In earlier years, Joe was an avid hunter and fisherman. Joe and Billie always took their family on hunting and fishing trips. The family will fondly remember those special times. Joe also enjoyed watching baseball and the Denver Broncos on TV. He was a devoted father and loving grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Donations may be made to St. Francis Church in Joe's name. Viewing, will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis Church at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Interment at Roselawn. Perko, Joseph Joseph Perko Haswell Herald March 6, 1924 Pueblo Joseph Perko, steel worker, died here thirty minutes after he had been knocked down on South Santa Fe avenue by a truck. The driver fled after the accident. Perko, Joseph E. Joseph E. "Bluie" Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - June 30, 1999 - Joseph E. "Bluie" Perko, born March 21, 1920, in Pueblo, passed away June 28,1999. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Ann J. Medonich- children, Robert A. (Duk Hui) Perko of Havelock, N.C., Daniel J. (Linda) Perko of Cheyenne, Wyo., Richard J. (Karen) Perko of Pueblo, and Theresa M. (Mark) Jesik of Pueblo-grandchildren, Travis, Richard T. and Brendan J. Perko, Mark R., Jacquelyn and David Jesik- and one great-grandson, Justin Perko. Also survived by sister, Mary (John) Kristan of Pueblo- brother, Felix Perko of Florence- and cousin, Mary Grahek of Pueblo. Preceded in death by parents, John and Mary Perko-brothers, John, Stanley- and sisters, Olga and Anne Perko. Mr. Perko worked at CF&I for 38 years retiring in 1977. He was a member of United Steel Workers Local 2102, Boy Scouts of America, American Legion Post No. 2, and served in the Civilian Conservation Corp., and with the U.S. Army in World War II. Mr. Perko was a strong and loving family man who enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, Boy Scouting, hunting, fishing, and all outdoor activities. Viewing, Wednesday, noon to 5 p.m., and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday. Rosary, 7p.m. Thursday at Holy Family Church. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10 a.m., Holy Family Church. Interment, Roselawn Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The American Heart Association, The Diabetes Association or Meals on Wheels in his memory. Perko, Josephine A. Josephine A. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - June 16, 1998 - Josephine A. Perko, died June 14, 1998. Preceded in death by husband, John C. Perko- daughter, Genevieve Van Sant- five sisters, Mary Tomich, Miss Anna Klobuchar, Rose Sterle, Katherine Rupar, Helen Purkett- and son-in-law, Walter S. Johnston, M.D. Survived by daughter, Dorothy Johnston- son, Richard E. (Margarett) Perko, both of Pueblo- four grandchildren- three great-grandchildren- nieces- nephews- brother-in-law, Louis J. Perko of Pueblo- and exceptional friends, Dorothy and Nick Zakrasek. Born in Pueblo in 1900, Mrs. Perko was a lifelong member of St. Mary Church where services will be held on Wednesday, 10 a.m., followed by a private Roselawn burial. Perko, Louis J. Louis J. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - September 07, 2000 - Louis J. Perko, age 97, born Jan. 7, 1903, in Pueblo, passed away Sept. 5, 2000. Mr. Perko was preceded in death by his wife, Christine Perko, in 1988. He is survived by his daughter, Marjorie (John) Bergles; grandchildren, Dr. James (Leann) Bergles, Margie (Nick) Giordano and Tina (Gerald) Samuels, all of Pueblo; and great-grandchildren, D. J. and Nicole Giordano and Bryanne and Ashlee Samuels; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death also by three brothers and four sisters. Mr. Perko was a member of the St. Mary Church parish, KSKJ Lodge, and a life member of the Fin and Feather Club. He retired after 50-plus years at the CF&I Steel Corp. and also worked for School District No. 60 for 25 years as a maintenance and parking attendant. Funeral Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary Prayer Garden in memory of Louis Perko in care of the funeral home office. Perko, Margaret Margaret Perko Pueblo Chieftain February 16, 1955 Mrs. Margaret Perko, Solemn Mass Wednesday 9 a.m., St. Mary's Church. To Roselawn. Perko, Mary C. Mary C. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - February 14, 2002 - Age 93, born Nov. 30, 1908, passed away Feb. 13, 2002. Mrs. Perko is preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. Perko; parents, Ignatius and Johanna Bradish; brothers, William, Tony and Jim Bradish; and sisters, Christina Gorshe and Johanna Muhic. She is survived by her sons, Donald (Ann) Perko and Richard (Bernadine) Perko; grandchildren, Margaret (John) Simmer, Daniel Perko and Debbie, Donald Perko Jr. and Marge and Martha (Harry) Conlin. Also survived by great-grandchildren, Sarah, Stephanie and Kristina Perko and Lindsey and Jarred Simmer; and brother, Henry Bradish; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mary was a member of KSKJ Lodge and St. Francis Xavier Church parish, where services will be held. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to St. Francis Xavier Church in her memory. Perko, Mayme M. Mayme M. DeNardo Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - March 06, 2006 - Mayme M. DeNardo Perko, 87, passed away March 4, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank E. Perko Sr.; parents, James and Nellie DeNardo; brother, Louis DeNardo; and sister, Christine Coffee. Mayme is survived by her sons, John (Carol), Gary (Carol) and Frank (Jean) Jr.; grandsons, Mark (Karen), Michael (Mary Jane), Steven (Karin), Frank III, Kurt Perko; and granddaughter, Abby Anderson; 6 great-grandchildren; sisters, Rose Savoy and Mary Diana; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and best friend and canine companion "Casey". Mayme was a member of the Ladies Fidelity Lodge No. 56 Columbian Federation. At the family's request, please omit food. Viewing, 8 to 5 p.m. Tuesday at T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Ben Bacino officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Family will receive relatives and friends at the church hall immediately after interment. Perko, Pete Pete Perko - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Pete Perko is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Pete Perko as Polish, age 36, and married. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Perko, Ronald R. Ronald R. Perko - Pueblo Chieftain - May 21, 2005 - Ronald R. Perko, 64, passed away May 18, 2005. Survived by his wife, Norma Kay Perko; children, Mike (Jennifer Jensen) Perko of Pueblo, Kelly (Russ) Leffler of Lakewood, Colo., and Kevin (Liz) Perko of Pueblo; grandchildren, Sam, Allyson, Lillie and Maggie; sister, Shirley (Keith) Schmelzer of Colorado Springs; numerous aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Jean Perko. Ronald was born Jan. 14, 1941, in Pueblo. He served his country in the U.S. Army and retired from the CF&I after 43 years of service. Member of KSKJ, Preseren Glee Club, Fin & Feather Club and F.O. Eagles, Pueblo Aerie No. 145. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial Mass, 3 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2005, at St. Mary Church, 307 E. Mesa, with the Rev. Father John Farley, as celebrant. Those who desire may make memorials to KSKJ Scholarship Fund through the funeral home. Perkovich, JoAnn JoAnn Perkovich - Pueblo Chieftain - June 23, 2005 - JoAnn Perkovich, 58, went to be with her heavenly father and savior on June 19, 2005, in Denver, Colo. Preceded in death by her parents, Juliana and Milan Perkovich; and brother, Allen. Survived by sisters, Janice, Sharon, Julie (Jack), and Maryann; brother, Joseph (Denise); nieces, Pamela, Michelle, Susan (John), and Juliana; nephew, Matthew; and great-niece, Emma. JoAnn loved her dogs and her family. She enjoyed going to Central City with her sister Janice and playing Bingo. She had such a passion for Christ and spoke the word of God whenever she could. JoAnn, until we meet again. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Friday, Imperial Chapel. Perkovich, Milan J. Milan J. Perkovich - Pueblo Chieftain - August 24, 1999 - Milan J. Perkovich, 79, better known to his friends and CF&I buddies as ``Perky," departed this life to be with his Lord and Savior Aug. 20, 1999. Survived by son, Joseph (Denise) - daughters, Sharon, JoAnn, Janice, MaryAnn and Julie (Jack) - special grandchildren, Michelle (Dustin), Susan (John), Pamela, JJ- grandson, Matthew, and one sister. Preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Juliana ``Babe" Perkovich. Milan worked at CF&I for 44 years as a first heater, retiring in 1982. Milan's greatest love was his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and going to rodeos and auctions. His greatest accomplishment was his garden. Viewing, Tuesday, noon-8p.m. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10 a.m., Holy Family Church. Interment. Permo, Agnes Agnes Permo - Westland News - January 17, 1918 - Frozen to Death - Frank Skul, Mrs. Agnes Permo, and her son Frank, only about 11 years old, were frozen to death in the storm Wednesday night of last week near Inman, on the Missouri Pacific, fifty miles west of Brandon. They came from Pueblo, called by serious illness of a sister-in-law of Mrs. Permo, Mrs. Janko, who lives on a homestead near Inman. According to the train crew with whom unfortunate victims traveled to Inman, they were advised to go to Haswell, a short distance this side of Inman, and remain for the night. This they refused to do, however, because of a report that Mrs. Janko was dying. When they alighted from the train the station was scarcely distinguishable in the swirl of the snow. Skul had passed within a stone's throw of the Janko ranch and had gone beyond it, nearly a half mile, unable to see lights in the windows through the storm. Mrs. Permo evidently had wandered about in circles, and finally sought shelter in the lee of a huge snow drift, where she was found. The boy evidently had stumbled and fallen into another drift where he lay until death overtook him. The three alighted from the train shortly before midnight and set out to walk the distance to the ranch house. This was the last seen of them alive. Skul's body and that of Mrs. Permo were found Friday, a mile apart and with ranch house between them. The frozen corpse of the boy was discovered crouched in a snow drift Sunday morning about 9 o'clock, a quarter of a mile from where the mother was found. Mrs. Janko, the woman whose reported dying condition induced the victims of the storm to take the trip, is reported to be recovering. She was a smelter worker and had lived in Pueblo several years. Mrs. Permo is widely known in the local Slovenian colony. Permo, Frank Frank Permo - Westland News - January 17, 1918 - Frozen to Death - Frank Skul, Mrs. Agnes Permo, and her son Frank, only about 11 years old, were frozen to death in the storm Wednesday night of last week near Inman, on the Missouri Pacific, fifty miles west of Brandon. They came from Pueblo, called by serious illness of a sister-in-law of Mrs. Permo, Mrs. Janko, who lives on a homestead near Inman. According to the train crew with whom unfortunate victims traveled to Inman, they were advised to go to Haswell, a short distance this side of Inman, and remain for the night. This they refused to do, however, because of a report that Mrs. Janko was dying. When they alighted from the train the station was scarcely distinguishable in the swirl of the snow. Skul had passed within a stone's throw of the Janko ranch and had gone beyond it, nearly a half mile, unable to see lights in the windows through the storm. Mrs. Permo evidently had wandered about in circles, and finally sought shelter in the lee of a huge snow drift, where she was found. The boy evidently had stumbled and fallen into another drift where he lay until death overtook him. The three alighted from the train shortly before midnight and set out to walk the distance to the ranch house. This was the last seen of them alive. Skul's body and that of Mrs. Permo were found Friday, a mile apart and with ranch house between them. The frozen corpse of the boy was discovered crouched in a snow drift Sunday morning about 9 o'clock, a quarter of a mile from where the mother was found. Mrs. Janko, the woman whose reported dying condition induced the victims of the storm to take the trip, is reported to be recovering. She was a smelter worker and had lived in Pueblo several years. Mrs. Permo is widely known in the local Slovenian colony. Pernau, Stella Stella Pernau - Huerfano World - March 13, 2003 Stella Pearce Pernau, 94, of Marshall, IL, formerly of Wheaton, IL, passed away at 7:25 p.m. Friday, March 7, 2003 in the Burnsides Nursing Home in Marshall, IL. She was born on Aug. 24, 1908 in Clark County, IL, to Randolph and Jessie (Hanley) Pearce. She married Robert O. Pernau on March 13, 1939 and he preceded her in death on May 21, 1968. She retired as Registered Nurse at age 72 after 50 years of caring. Mrs. Pernau is survived by one son Robert Thomas Pernau, of Chicago, IL; and one, son and daughter-in-law, James and Kriss Pernau, of La Veta; two sisters, Martha Staub, of Marshall, IL, and Thelma Ohm, of Vincennes, IN; two grandsons and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one sister, Edna Pearce; and four brothers, Lloyd "Doc" Pearce, Milo Pearce, Frank F. Pearce and Wilfred "Bill" Pearce. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Republican Women's Club, History Club, Department Club, helped found the Treasure House for Children and Family services. She received her teaching certificate from Eastern Illinois University, was a graduate of the Mt. Sinai School of Nursing in Chicago, and a long standing member of College Church in Wheaton. She also was an avid Chicago baseball fan and had a life full of volunteer charity work that benefited the Wheaton community. She had a life long love of books and history. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 15, 2003, at Pearce Funeral Horne in Marshall, IL, with Rev. David Deal. Burial will follow in the Clarksville Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Friday evening and 7 a.m. until service Saturday at the funeral home. Perotti, Mary Elizabeth Mary Elizabeth Perotti - Feather River Bulletin - December 1, 2004 - Quincy, CA - Mary Elizabeth Perotti was born in Trinidad, Colo. on April 15, 1920. She passed away on Nov. 22, 2004, at the age of 84. Mary is survived by two brothers, Bill and Rudy; and two sisters, Hellen and Kathryn. Her brothers, Joseph and John; and sister, Mollie, are deceased. Mary was married to Louis Perotti on Aug. 17, 1940, and is survived by her husband and four children, Mildred, Paul, Marjorie and Mari. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mary and Louis Perotti owned and operated the Wonderland Bakery in Quincy from the 1950's to the 1970s, and Mary's Catering into the 1980s. She was active in her community, serving as a member and then president of the Quincy Soroptimist Club. She will be well remembered and loved for her generous spirit and wonderful food that fed and nurtured so many people. There will be a remembrance service on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 10 a.m., at St. John's Catholic Church in Quincy. A reception at the church will follow. Perri, Ermida M. Ermida M. Perri - Emery County Progress February 8, 2006 - Castle Dale, UT - Ermida M. Perri, age 93, passed away Feb. 2, 2006 at Castle View Hospital in Price. She was born Nov. 28, 1912 in Walsenburg, Colo. to Vittorio and Eredeci Gualandri Vasirani. Married Ross Perri, Aug. 21, 1940 in Spring Glen. Member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and Stella D? America Lodge #77. Ermida was an accomplished and exceptional dancer, cook, homemaker, wife and mother. She will be dearly missed by her family and a community of friends. Survived by her husband, Ross Perri; son, Ross Perri, Jr., both of Helper; niece, Gloria Rufinni, Truth or Consequences, New Mexico; nephew, Victor Pierotti, Helper; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bill (Dolly) Perri; Venice Lami; Florence Butkovich; Tony (Ann) Perri; Mike (Ellen) Perri; Irene Perri; Emma (Tony) Beacco; and many other loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, sister, Dena Pierotti; and brothers, Pete, Chuck and Alb. Funeral Mass, Mon., Feb. 6 at 10 a.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church. Vigil service, Sunday evening 7 p.m. Mitchell Funeral Home. Family will be at Mitchell's Sunday and Monday one hour prior to services. Committal service, Mt. View Cemetery, Helper. Perri, Laura Laura Perri - Pueblo Chieftain - July 16, 2001 - Laura Perri, 85, of Salida, died Saturday, July 14, 2001, in Salida. Mrs. Perri is survived by her sons, Bill Perri of Pueblo and Frank Perri of Salida; grandchildren, Lisa Perri and Kevin Perri, both of Pueblo; and many other grandchildren, cousins, in-laws and relatives in Italy. Recitation of the holy rosary will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 17, 2001, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Salida. Mass of the Christian burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. Interment, Fairview Cemetery in Salida. Contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church through Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home, P.O. Box 925, Salida, CO 81201. Perri, Sharon Kay Sharon Kay Perri - Pueblo Chieftain - July 03, 2000 - Sharon Kay Perri passed away July 2, 2000, after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Bill Perri; her children, Lisa Perri and Kevin Perri of Pueblo; mother-in-law, Laura Perri; brother-in-law, Frank Perri of Salida; sisters Carol (Dave) Edwards of Arvada and Dorothy (Gene) Paquette of Longmont; numerous nieces and nephews, great nephews and a great niece; and numerous aunts and uncles. Sharon was an RN and employed at Parkview Medical Center. Memorial services will be held at Our Lady of the Meadows Church, 23 Starling Dr. Rosary, Wednesday, July 5, 2000, at 10 a.m. with the funeral Mass to follow. The family requests no flowers or food. Donations may be made to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 704 Elmhurst, Pueblo, Colo., 81004, or to the Our Lady of the Meadows Building Fund. The family will greet at a reception following the memorial Mass at the church. Perricone, Carlos L. Carlos L. Perricone - Pueblo Chieftain - January 14, 2004 - Carlos L. Perricone, 86, affectionately known as "PoPo," passed away Jan. 12, 2004. Preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Perricone in 1989; parents, Salvatore and Marie Perricone; brother, Sammy Perricone; and nephew, Sam Perricone. Survived by his children, Linda (Joe) Marino, Garth (Ellen) Perricone and Harvey (Debbie) Perricone; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; brother, Tom Perricone; numerous nieces; nephews; and cousins; and longtime friend, David Correa. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Family Worship Center, 540 Alma Ave. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Center for Disabilities in care of Josephine Kasic, Deaf Specialist, 1304 Berkley, Pueblo, CO, 81004. Perricone, Thomas Thomas Perricone - Pueblo Chieftain - October 29, 2004 - Thomas Perricone, 94, born July 16, 1910, passed away Oct. 26, 2004. Preceded in death by his wife, Virginia; son, Samuel; and brothers, Carlos (Audrey) and Sam Jr. Survived by his daughter-in-law, Betty Perricone; grandchildren, Elaine Perricone, Karen Perricone, Susan (Mike) Allen and Carl (Toni) Perricone; five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and cousin, Josephine Perricone. Thomas was the owner of Tom's Wholesale for many years. Viewing, 12:30 p.m. Saturday, at the funeral home chapel. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Saturday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Pueblo Animal Shelter in his memory. Perricone, Virginia F. Virginia F. Perricone - Pueblo Chieftain - January 03, 1998 - Virginia F. Perricone, lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away Jan. 1, 1998. Survived by husband, Thomas M. Perricone and son, Sam (Betty) Perricone, Carmichael, Calif. Grandmother of Elaine Perricone, Carmichael, Calif., Karen Perricone, Pueblo, Colo., Susan (Mike) Allen, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Carl (Toni) Perricone, Carmichael, Calif. Also survived by several great-grandchildren- brother, Joe (Ann) Ferraro and sister, Rose Masinton, all of Pueblo, Colo. Preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. Mrs. Perricone was active in her church while health permitted. Funeral Mass, Saturday, 1:30 p.m., Christ the King Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Association through the funeral home office. Perriman, James James Perriman Bayfield Blade March 16, 1917 Wind Causes G. A. R. Veteran's Death Pueblo Thrown to the pavement by a terrific wind, which was sweeping the city, James Perriman, 83, and feeble, sustained concussion of the brain and died at St. Mary's hospital. He was picked up from the middle of a downtown street, blood gushing from his ears. He was a veteran of the Civil War. Perrino, Louis A. Louis Augustin Perrino - Huerfano World - August 26, 1993 - Louis Augustin Perrino, 87, of Walsenburg, died Tuesday, Aug. 17, 1993 in Huerfano Medical Center. Born Aug. 7, 1906 in Walsenburg, he lived most of his life in Badito and because of a disability was never able to attend school or work, except cooking for his brother. Survivors include a nephew Gilbert Perrino, Walsenburg, who cared for him; cousins and great nieces and nephews. Funeral service was Aug. 20 from St. Mary Church. Burial was in Valdez Cemetery in Gardner. Perry, Arthur Arthur Perry Colorado Weekly Chieftain October 29, 1874 Died at Colfax, in Wet Mountain valley, on Friday, the 23d inst., Arthur Perry, formerly of Farmington, Iowa. Eastern Iowa papers please copy. Perry, Bonita G. Bonita G. Perry - Pueblo Chieftain - August 12, 1998 - Bonita G. Perry. Graveside services, 3 p.m. today at Fowler Cemetery. Perry, Cecilia Cecilia "Sallie" Perry - Pueblo Chieftain - February 08, 2002 - Born Nov. 26, 1910, passed away Feb. 6, 2002. Mrs. Perry is preceded in death by her husband, Logan "Tobe" Perry, Aug. 11, 1956; sisters, Dorothy Jonick and Alice Lewis; and brother, Clyde Boyer. She is survived by her children, Sallie (Charles) Spath, Arvada, Toby (Robert) Lamb, Longmont, and Carol (Howard) Klipfel of Pueblo. Also survived by seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. At her request, there will be no viewing or services. Cremation, Almont Crematory. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice in care of the funeral home office. Perry, George Dewey Sr. George Dewey Perry Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - February 9, 1975 - George Dewey Perry Sr., Feb. 7, 1975, in a local hospital after a long illness. Husband of Mrs. Clara B. Perry of the family home, 811 La Veta. Father of George D. Perry Jr., 322 Bennett, where the family may be contacted; Mrs. Dorothy M. Joseph, Pueblo, and James R. Perry, Kansas City, Kan. Grandfather of 10, Brother of Mrs. Macie Viebrock, Mrs. Winifred Bramlet, John Perry and Mrs. Marjorie Breeden, all of Colorado Springs, and Eugene Perry; San Diego, Calif. Member of Trinity Lutheran Church; Born Sept. 2, 1898, in Venita, Okla. Pueblo resident since 1922. He was an auto body repairman for the former W. K. Hurd Pontiac Co. for 32 years, retiring in 1950. Mr. and Mrs. Perry were married Dec. 27, 1920. Services 1 p.m. Tuesday, Davis Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Max Scheimann officiating. To Mt. View. Those who desire may contribute directly to Pueblo Therapy Center, 3715 Thatcher for arthritic patients. The body will lie in state until noon Tuesday. Perry, Marion J. Marion J. Perry - Pueblo Chieftain - June 04, 2000- Marion J. Perry, formerly of Boone, Colo., passed away on June 2, 2000, at the Fort Lyon Veterans Administration Medical Center. He was born in Pueblo on Dec. 5, 1909. Mr. Perry was a lifelong resident of Pueblo County, his parents having homesteaded in the Boone area. He was a pilot in the Navy, serving from 1928-1930 and 1940-1945. After retirement from the Pueblo Army Depot in 1972, Perry, as he was known to his friends, was a familiar face at the farm sales up and down the Arkansas Valley. He ran a thriving used farm machinery business until ill health forced him to quit. He is survived by wife, Ruth (Chasteen) Perry; and son, Alan, both of Pueblo; two daughters, Patricia (Bill) Rogers of Boone and Ruth Ann (Ken) Cullen of Lamar. Grandchildren, Shane and Melanie Rogers, and Brian and Michael Cullen also survive as well as three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marion C. Perry and Maude (Hogan) Perry; and grandson, Jerold James Perry. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, 2000, at Roselawn Cemetery Chapel. Visitation will be Monday from 2 until 6 p.m. at Griffy Family Funeral Home in Fowler and Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Roselawn Chapel in Pueblo. A reception for family and friends will be held in the Roselawn reception hall immediately following the burial. Military honors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Perry, Ruth L. Ruth L. Perry - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 2000 - Ruth L. Perry, 80, longtime Pueblo resident, died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2000, at Parkview Hospital in Pueblo. Born Aug. 23, 1920, in Buffalo, Mo., the daughter of Jesse and Ida Rasner Chasteen. She married Marion James Perry June 29, 1940, in Raton, N.M. They lived near Boone for many years. Mr. Perry died June 2, 2000. She is survived by son, Alan Perry of Pueblo; two daughters, Ruth Ann (Ken) Cullen of Lamar and Patricia (Bill) Rogers of Boone; four grandchildren, Shane and Melanie Rogers of Pueblo, Brian Cullen of Otis, Colo., and Michael Cullen of Lamar; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Dixie (Ed) Moorcroft of Pueblo and Helen Hitchcock of Simla also survive. Preceded in death by one grandson, Jerold James Perry in 1997. Funeral services, 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 30, 2000, at Roselawn Cemetery Chapel in Pueblo. Burial at Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday afternoon from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Griffy Family Funeral Home in Fowler and Monday morning from 9 a.m. until service time at Roselawn Chapel. Family prefers memorials to Wiley Community Scholarship Fund in care of Ruth Ann Cullen, P.O. Box 247, Wiley, Colo., 81092. Perryman, Evan Grisham Evan Grisham Perryman - Pueblo Chieftain - November 09, 2005 - Evan Grisham Perryman, born Aug. 20, 1922, died Nov. 7, 2005. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter Lee and Nora Perryman; brothers, Walter Lee and Lloyd; and sisters, Nell and Kathleen. Survived by his wife, Virginia "Bebe" Perryman; sons, Rick (Penny), Alan (Suzan) and Curt Perryman; and grandchildren, Nathan, Alyson, Rhiannon and Jarret Perryman, and Sam and Chris Geonetta. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews; and sisters-in-law, Edith Ovechka, Anne Garnhart, Evelyn (Thayne) Mitchell and Marguerite Levstik. Evan worked for the Missouri Pacific Railroad for 42 years and was a past master of Masonic Lodge No. 31. Viewing, 2 to 4 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Perryman, Virginia Virginia "Bebe" Perryman - Pueblo Chieftain - February 01, 2006 - Virginia "Bebe" Perryman, age 82, passed away Jan. 30, 2006. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Evan Perryman, in November of 2005. Survived by her sisters, Anne Garnhart, Edith Ovechka and Evelyn (Thayne) Mitchell; sons, Richard (Penny), Alan (Suzan) and Curtis Perryman; and grandchildren, Nathan, Alyson, Rhiannon, Jarrett, Sam and Christina; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Also preceded in death by her parents, John and Rose Levstik; sister, Rose Ballas; and brothers, John and Henry Levstik. Viewing, 3 to 5 p.m. today, George McCarthy Funeral Home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Perse, Anne J. Anne J. Perse - Pueblo Chieftain - September 20, 1997 - Anne J. Perse, born Feb. 14, 1914, passed away Sept. 19, 1997. Survived by her husband, Leo S. Perse, of the family home- sister, Mary Kastelic-sisters-in-law, Dorothy Cernac and Angela Davis-two nephews, Dennis Kastelic and Dallas Kastelic-and three great-nephews, Chad Kastelic, Kelly Jo Kastelic and Wayne Thompson. Also survived by great-niece, Shawna Kastelic- numerous other nieces and nephews- great-great-niece, Krystina Kastelic-great-great-nephew, Brandon McKennan- and numerous other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Anna Verbich, and brother, Pete Verbich Jr. Funeral Mass, Monday, 10 a.m., St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. The family will greet friends in the Mediterranean Room at the church following the cemetery committal. Perse, Edmund A. Edmund A. "Chick" Perse - Pueblo Chieftain - May 18, 2005 - Edmund A. "Chick" Perse, 89, born May 14, 1916, in Pueblo, Colo., joined the Lord early May 16, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Juanita Perse; son, Kenneth (Cynda) Perse; and granddaughter, Krystal Perse, all of Salida, Colo.; also survived by his sister, Margaret Cullen; brother, Dick (Helen) Perse; cousin, Eileen Kaplan, all of Pueblo; three nephews and many relatives. Chick was a graduate of Central High School before entering the Army Medical Corp. He was a World War II veteran. He worked for Safeway as a truck driver, was owner of the Kozy Korner Tavern for 35 years, and was manager of Coors Concession for the Colorado State Fair for 19 years. Chick was an avid sportsman who loved hunting and fishing. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, St. Mary Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Reception to follow at the church hall. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association in Chick's memory. Perse, Fred Fred Perse - Pueblo Chieftain - September 16, 2004 - Fred Perse, 78, passed away Sept. 14, 2004. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Betty; children, Paula and Pat of California; brother, Jim Perse; brothers-in-law, Earl (Dorothy) Erps and Walter Erps; sister-in-law, Annabell Berry. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Fred served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge No. 45. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, 2004, at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Perse, Lena Lena Perse - Pueblo Chieftain - January 12, 2004 - Lena Perse, 81, born Feb. 8, 1922, in Pueblo, Colo., passed away Jan. 9, 2004. Preceded in death by her parents, Christianzano and Lucia Pannunzio; brothers, John and Jim Pannunzio; sisters, Jacqueline Spinuzzi, Antoinette Masciotro, Josephine De Niro, Grace Spinnuzi, and Argentine George. Survived by her husband of 57 years, James Perse; brother Chris (Kay) Pannunzio; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, at St. Mary's Church. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Perse, Leo Leo Perse - Pueblo Chieftain - June 26, 1999 - Leo Perse, born Jan. 14, 1909, passed away June 24, 1999, at the Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home in Florence. Survived by sisters, Dorothy Cernac, Pueblo, and Angela Davis, Hayward, Calif. - sister-in-law, Mary Kastelic - as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann- parents, Peter and Mary Perse- as well as 11 brothers and sisters. Leo served with the U.S. Army during World War II in the Pacific Theater. Upon his return from active duty, Mr. Perse began his career with the Pueblo Water Works, retiring in the early '70s. Mr. Perse was a member of VFW and Croatian Fraternal Union. Funeral Mass, Monday, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers donations can be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Perse, Marc Marc Perse - Memorial to Fallen Officers - The presence of the Memorial to Fallen Officers in the lobby of the Colorado Corrections Training Academy, Caρon City, stands as an everlasting symbol of honor to the fourteen men who have given their lives in the line of duty. The Colorado DOC recognizes the ultimate price paid, dedication and loyalty of the following men: August 15, 1994 - Marc Perse tragically lost his life at age 26 as a result of falling 90 feet from a rappelling tower during training for the Special Operations Response Team. Perse was a graduate of Central High School in Pueblo and the University of Southern Colorado. He worked at Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility for 3 1/2 years prior to his death. He was survived by a large and loving family. Coworkers said at the time of his passing that Marc would be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and his love of family and friends. Perse, Mark Mark Perse Colorado Springs Gazette August 17, 1994 Prisons Officer Killed While Training Rappelling Accident Claims Pueblo Man in AFA Field House - A state prisons officer who was rappelling face first during a training session at the Air Force Academy Field House fell to his death Monday evening when a ring that attached him to his rope opened. Sgt. Mark Perse, 26, of Pueblo died of massive head injuries about 2 1/2 hours after the 7 p.m. accident. He had worked at the Colorado Department of Corrections' Territorial Prison in Canon City. An instructor in special weapons and tactics, Perse was the first to go down the rope. He was rappelling from a catwalk along the ceiling about 80 feet above the artificial turf of the indoor track and football practice field. Perse was some 20 feet above the floor when his Swiss seat harness and D-ring - an oval-shape ring with an opening that locks - "disengaged" from the rope, witnesses said. But he apparently had run into trouble somewhere near the top of the 80-foot drop. Corrections officer Steve Paolino told investigators that he was at the bottom of Perse's rope, acting as the belay person. Paolino said that about 15 feet from the top of the rope, he saw Perse "grab the rope with both hands, as if trying to stop," an El Paso County sheriff's report said. Paolino pulled on the rope, providing tension designed to stop a falling rappeller. "But it had no effect in stopping him," Paolino said. Perse went into a spin as he fell and picked up speed until he lost the rope and hit the ground on his head and right shoulder, witnesses said. A figure-eight ring used to connect Perse to the rope was found still attached to the rope about 4 feet from the catwalk, the report said. The D-ring, which hooked Perse's safety harness to the figure-eight ring, was found on the floor about 15 feet from his body. "The D-ring safety lock was backed off and would allow the D-ring to open," the report said. He was rappelling face first - "Australian style" - which is considered more difficult than going down a rope back first. It was the first time he'd tried that method in about three years, witnesses said. Perse had been married about a year and had no children, said Department of Corrections spokeswoman Liz McDonough. He had been a member of the state prisons' Special Operations Response Team - known as SORT - since 1991 and was recently promoted to sergeant, she said. "He was a valued member of our staff," she said. "He was an extremely friendly individual. We're going to miss him a lot." McDonough said she couldn't find records on the last state corrections officer killed on duty, but said she couldn't remember one in the five years she's been with the department. The training academy, held annually, teaches SWAT-type tactics to state and federal officers from across the region. The 34 members of this class finished the last day of their 11-day course in private Tuesday. "These men and women get very close," McDonough said. "They are having a difficult time with it. They are just trying to finish what they started." Pershin, Anna B. Anna B. Pershin - Pueblo Chieftain - January 17, 1987 - Anna B. Pershin, Jan. 16, 1987. Wife of Thomas E. Pershin, who passed away Dec. 25, 1974. Mother of Frank J. (Pat) Pershin, Marge (Don) Zakrasick and Anna Mae (Jack) Paulovec, all of Pueblo. Sister of Dan (Gladys) Max, Eli (Grace) Chutich, both of Pueblo, Geneva Levar, Fort Morgan, Katherine (Bob) Wiswell, Denver, and Mary (John) Peterson, Lancaster, Calif. Also survived by eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her brothers, John Chutich, December 1985, and Nick Chutich, May 1986. A lifetime Pueblo resident, Mrs. Pershin was a member of St. Francis Xavier Parish; a lifetime member of CFU St. Jacob's Lodge 402 and WSA Slovan Lodge 3. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. They will receive friends in the Mediterranean Room following the interment. Pershin, Steve Steve Pershin - Pueblo Chieftain - January 02, 2005 - Steve Pershin, 46, passed away Dec. 28, 2004. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Tom and Anne Pershin and Will and Dora Richardson. Survived by his wife, Florence Pershin; and children, Kristyna and Joshua Pershin, all of Summerville, S.C.; grandchildren, Michael Pershin and Heavenlee Cruz; parents, Frank and Patricia Pershin of Pueblo; father and mother-in-law, Ralph and Josephine Regalado of Pueblo; brothers, Frank (Kay) Pershin and Tom (Cindy) Pershin, both of Pueblo, and Bill (Janice) Pershin of Pueblo West. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Steve served in the U.S. Navy for 12 years. Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Shrine of St. Therese, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Graveside military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Persich, Steve Steve Persich - Pueblo Chieftain - May 29, 1999 - Steve Persich, 88, of Walsenburg, died Thursday, May 27, 1999. Survived by his sister, Antonia Lessar- nephews, Ronald (Mary Ellen) Lessar, Walsenburg, Robert (Linda) Lessar, Arvada, Craig Lessar, Walsenburg, Stephen (Carol) Kralik, Monte Vista, and Brandon Kralik, Hawaii- nieces, Bette Lessar Nettles, Beaufort, S.C., Tammy Lessar, Pamela Lessar, Pueblo, Jaclyn Hamilton, Golden, Dolores Frazier, Debra Malfus, Beaufort, S.C., and Tanya Kralik, Hawaii- and special friends, George and Eda Hamilton, Pueblo. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 1999, Boies-Ortega Memorial Chapel with Father Mark Bettinger officiating. Interment, Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Visitation, 1 to3 p.m. Sunday and Monday. Huerfano World - June 3, 1999 - Steve Persich, 88, of Walsenburg, died Thursday, May 27, 1999 at the home of his sister, Antonia Lessar, where he had been for the past year. Mr. Persich was born on September 13, 1910 in Morley to Mike and Frances Stimac Persich. Mr. Persich was owner and operator of his own paint and body shop, which serviced many people in Huerfano County throughout the years. Mr. Persich, a member of St. Mary Church, is survived by his sister, Antonia Lessar, nephews, Ronald (Mary Ellen) Lessar, Walsenburg, Robert (Linda) Lessar, Arvada, Craig Lessar, Walsenburg, Stephen Kralik, Monte Vista, Brandon Kralik, Hawaii, nieces, Bette Lessar Nettles, Beaufort, South Carolina, Tammy Lessary, Pamela Lessar, Pueblo, Jaclyn Hamilton, Golden, Dolores Frazier, Debra Malfus, Beaufort, South Carolina, Tanya Kralik, Hawaii; special friends George and Eda Hamilton, Pueblo. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, 1999 at the Boies-Ortega Memorial Chapel with Fr. Mark Bettinger officiating. Interment, Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Persons, James James Persons - The LaVeta Advertiser - August 4, 1900 - It is with regret we note the unpleasant events of last Sunday's excursion to the past. The weather was pleasantly cool and the general program was nicely arranged for those taking an outing. The railroad company did their part like clock work and cared for those injured in an affray caused by the too free use of liquors and needless presence of guns on such an occasion. To the credit and justice of the excursion it must be said that those articles used in the row came from Russell, although the constant cracking of guns during the day was a matter of great danger in a gathering of that kind where stray shots were liable to cause serious results at any time. A number of people came up from Russell and Grayback, among them being James Persons who has been a freight and transfer man, and a companion Charles Campbell, a miner from Slone and Ripley's camp on Grayback. They were drinking and Persons got into a dispute with another party and flashed a knife, when Gregonia Vasques tried to mediate, Persons striking Vasques with the knife, cutting his clothes badly but not reaching his body. Persons pursued, and Vasques after a short run procured a club with which Persons was dispatched and left in a serious condition. About that time Campbell mixed in for Persons and finding the club a formidable obstacle ran through the crowd until seeing a cowboy standing with a revolver in his belt snatched it away and threatened to shoot any and all who opposed him. Vasques fell back into the crowd and Campbell started in pursuit when A.Y. Gribble clinched the gun. In the scuffle it was turned towards him and fired, the bullet entering his body near the center of the lower bowels and passing out at the right hip. Gribble fell and others drew back while Campbell wildly flourished the gun as he cut loose a horse and rode away before the crowd of spectators realized what had happened. As he went down the canon perhaps twenty shots were fired at him cutting the air uncomfortably close, as his actions indicated, but none were effective, and bareheaded, with short bridle rein and pistol in hand a thousand spectators saw him disappear among a shower of bullets, one of which made a severe wound in his left foot causing him to venture into Russell for food and to dress the wound. He went direct to Hudson's restaurant where shortly afterwards sheriff Breen and deputies captured him and started for San Luis where he is now in safe keeping. The two wounded men were cared for by Doctors Roripaugh and Wright who being present rendered prompt attention, and the railroad company ordered them placed on board the first section and sent at once the hospital at Pueblo. Both men were in a serious condition when they left and died on the following day. The remains of A.Y. Gribble were brought to LaVeta for interment on Wednesday morning and funeral services conducted by Rev. E. B. Chenoweth were held in the Methodist church on the afternoon of the same day. Mr. Gribble was a brother to Mrs. Henry Vasques and leaves also two brothers, both residing in Colorado to mourn his loss. He died in the attempt to protect a friend and as far as we can learn had no part in the quarrel. We understand that James Persons had a sister in Denver but was a comparative stranger in these parts. His remains were interred at Pueblo. Perusek, Anna Anna Perusek - Huerfano World - January 19, 1989 - Anna Perusek, a former resident of Aguilar, died Jan. 8, 1989 in Grand Junction. She was 100. Service was from St. Anthony's Church in Aguilar and burial was in Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Petek, John B. John B. Petek - Pueblo Chieftain - March 10, 2004 - John B. Petek, 73, went to his eternal resting place on March 5, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. Born Jan. 12, 1931, in Pueblo, Colo., to John and Gizella Petek, who preceded him along with a brother, Joseph Petek; and sister, Elizabeth Inman. Survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sharon of Beulah; children, Cheryl (Ron) Johnson, Shannon Petek of Pueblo, Kathy Petek of Beulah, John (Paul) Petek of Temple, Texas; grandchildren, David (Julie) Petek, Jennifer (Kenny) Padilla, Sara Valdez, Dennis L. Valdez Jr., Joseph Petek, Nicholas (Nikki) Petek and Amanda (Gary) Grinstead; great-grandchildren, Kiana, Hannah, Brandon, Mya and Eric. John was a member of Mount Carmel Parish. He retired from CF&I roll shop after 33 years of service. John was active in the Eagles Aerie No. 145, past chairman and member of Beulah Yule Log for 25 years. He was a lifetime member and past president of the Steel City Ramblers, one of Pueblo's first motorcycle clubs, American Motorcycle Association, and the retired Steelworkers Club Local Union 2102. John went to Sturgis every year since its beginning and loved his motorcycles, dogs, cats and blueberry doughnuts. He was a hard-working man and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Per his request, cremation with no viewing. Memorial service, 10:30 a.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Beulah Fire Department through the funeral home office in his memory. Peterman, Nicki Lea Nicki Lea (Helberg) Peterman - Pueblo Chieftain - September 28, 1986 - Nicki Lea (Helberg) Peterman of Grand Junction died as a result of a plane crash on Sept. 25, 1986. Survived by husband, John Peterman; daughters, Krystal and Devyn Whittington of Grand Junction; parents, Marilyn Helberg, Pueblo West, and Neal Helberg, Tucson, Ariz.; brother, Steve Helberg, Woodbridge, Va.; grandfather, Vern Lindsley; aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Nicki was born Nov. 24, 1950, in North Platte, Neb., and grew up in Pueblo. She was a 1969 graduate of East High School. Nicki was employed as a dental technician by Dr. Andrew Christenson of Grand Junction. Services are pending and will be held in Grand Junction. Peters, Dorothy A. Dorothy A. Peters - Pueblo Chieftain - January 10, 2006 - Dorothy A. Peters. Our Lord and angels welcomed our beloved mother home to Heaven, Saturday, Jan. 7, 2006. Born Dorothy Rose Auderer in Houston, Texas, Oct. 27, 1918, the youngest child of Tom Geary Auderer and Ethel Claire "Linn" Auderer. Preceded in death by her husband, Arel D. Peters; brothers, Tom Geary II, Charles and Sam; sisters, Jeanette and Allene; brothers- and sisters-in-law. Dorothy is survived by her only son, Jock D. Peters; and daughter-in-law, Leona "Moore" Peters of Pueblo West, Colo.; sisters-in-law, Beatrice Auderer, Connie Maxine Crossland, Maxine Peters and Geneva Anderson; numerous beloved nieces and nephews and many dear friends. Dorothy was a longtime resident of Houston Heights and a member of West 14th Avenue Baptist Church (now New Heights Baptist). She worked in downtown Houston at the same firm for 53 years as a personal secretary. Dorothy also lived with her son and daughter-in-law in Kalamazoo, Mich., Laredo, Texas, and also resided in Bryan, Texas, and then again in Houston before moving to Pueblo, Colo. At her request, a private graveside service will be held in Houston. Memorial donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation in Dorothy's memory. Peters, Ethel M. Ethel M. Peters - Pueblo Chieftain - February 27, 2006 - Ethel M. Peters, succumbed to her bout with cancer on Feb. 25, 2006. Survived by her loving husband, Owen "Pete" Peters; children, Bonny (Dan) Edwards, Sharon (Bruce) McMullen, Denise Roberts, Barb Reed, Don Harris, Jack Reed, Cindy Gaskin, Oscar (Lisa) Peters, Annie Hoglen, Sandra (Mike) McDaniel, Tanya (Bill) Matthews; and sisters, Jackie Cables, Clara Merrill and Lillian (Larry) Becker. Also left to cherish her memory are many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, along with many friends from the U.S. Forest Service from where she retired in 1992. She loved fishing, the mountains and Colorado Rockies baseball team. She also loved her flowers in the yard. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with Sr. Joan Hentges officiating. Peters, Grace E. Grace E. Peters - Pueblo Chieftain - July 10, 1987 - Grace E. Peters, a lifetime Pueblo resident, late of 2307 Cortez Road, passed away July 9, 1987. Mrs. Peters was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, First Methodist Women's Social Group and American Contract Bridge League. She is survived by her husband, James E. Peters, of the family home; one daughter, Mrs. Shirley (Allan) Sindeband of Pueblo; two grandchildren, Mrs. Gerene (William) Hamilton of Ponca City, Okla., and Greg McCarty of Fort Collins; two sisters, Mrs. J. Hubert Abell of Pueblo and Mrs. E. B. Emery of Fallbrook, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. Cremation. Memorial services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with the Rev. Willard Gray officiating. Those who wish may make donations to the American Cancer Society through the funeral home office. The family may be contacted at 2307 Cortez Road. Peters, Rudolph F. Rudolph F. "Rudy" Peters - Pueblo Chieftain - July 14, 2000 - Rudolph F. "Rudy" Peters, 81, born in a farmhouse in Ordway, Colo., on Dec. 15, 1918, passed away July 12, 2000. Survived by loving wife of 57 years, Marjorie Peters; children, Sharon (Chuck) McPherson, Security, Colo., Ken (Trish) Peters, Rush, Colo., Janice (Dave) Gaudio, Golden, Colo., Patty (Dave) Succo, Greeley, Colo., Michele (Dave) McDonald, Evergreen, Colo.; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother, Pete (Ruby) Peters, Grand Junction, Colo.; sisters, Mary Rhoades, Grand Junction, and Emma Monk, Ordway; sister-in-law, Betty Peters, LaCrosse, Kan. Rudy was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps and served in World War II. He retired from CF&I in 1980 after 33 years of service. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church and South Pueblo Masonic Lodge No. 31. Viewing Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Funeral service Monday, 10 a.m., Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Peters, Victor G. Victor G. Peters - Colorado Springs Gazette - May 7, 1996 Victor G. Peters, 51, a transportation civil service employee at the Air Force Academy, died May 5, 1996, at a local hospital. A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Thursday at Sunnyside Christian Church, 2025 N. Murray Blvd. Nolan Funeral Home, 225 N. Weber St., is handling arrangements. Mr. Peters was born May 14, 1944, in Long Beach, Calif., to Robert H. and Emma A. (Fresonke) Peters. He was married May 23, 1974, in Pueblo to Rose M. (Martinez) Peters, who lives in Colorado Springs. He also is survived by three sons, William Shelton of Craig and Dean Shelton and Richard Peters, both of Colorado Springs; and four grandchildren. Mr. Peters graduated from Palmer High School in 1962 and was a member of the Alumni. He served in the Marines during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of lance corporal. He loved fishing, hunting and camping. His greatest joy was to make people laugh. He left a lasting impression on everyone he met and will be greatly missed. Mr. Peters had lived in Colorado Springs since 1954. Memorial contributions may be made to Ent Federal Credit Union, in care of the Victor Peters Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 15819, Colorado Springs 80915. Petersell, John F. John F. Petersell - Pueblo Chieftain - March 19, 2006 - John F. Petersell, 79, passed away March 17, 2006. Survived by children, Michael Petersell, Caria (Al) Mandarich and Jeff (Mary Beth Piserchio) Petersell; grandchildren, Matthew Mandarich, Christine (Justin) Reid, Melissa Mandarich, Tessa Petersell; sisters, Emma Gillespie and Katherine Mudrone. Also survived by numerous other family members. Preceded in death by parents, John L. and Kathryn Petersell; and wife, Lucille F. Petersell. John was born in Pueblo Nov. 8, 1926. He served in the U.S. Army from 1945-46 and was honorably discharged. After graduating from Pueblo Junior College, he was briefly employed with the U.S. Post Office and then began working for the City of Pueblo. He retired after more than 31 years as a building inspector, the last nine of which were as chief building inspector. He formed a small business, P&M Construction, to pursue his woodworking skills. He was an active member of International Conference of Building Officials and was president of the Rocky Mountain Chapter from 1955-57. He was involved in scouting for 30 years as a neighborhood commissioner, troop committeeman and chairman, scoutmaster and cubmaster. He holds the Scouters Award and the Scouters Key and earned the District Award of Merit in 1971 and the prestigious Silver Beaver in 1978. He was a 50-year member of B.P.O.E. No. 90 and was the Reunion Committee Chairman of Central High School Class of 1944 from 1959-2004. John was a tireless worker and was known as a "people helper," giving unselfishly of his time and talents for all. He was respected throughout the community and could best be described as a man who, through his energies and expertise, makes others successful and recognized. Viewing, 2 to 6 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Contributions may be made in his memory to the American Stroke Association. Inurnment, Mountain View Cemetery. Petersen, Catherine Catherine (Catlin) Petersen - Pueblo Chieftain - April 15, 2003 - Catherine (Catlin) Petersen was born on May 9, 1911, in Topeka, Kan., and passed away on April 13, 2003, in Colorado Springs, Colo. She is survived by her daughters, Karen Petersen and Susan Dunda; sister, Murial Anton, Pueblo; son-in-law, Pete Dunda; and grandchildren, Peter Dunda Jr., Laura (Dunda) Barkocy, Andrew Dunda and Steven Jensen. Also survived by five great-grandchildren; nephew, Hank Anton of Pueblo; and niece, Kay (Abbot) Hakes of Lincoln, Calif. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harry S. Petersen; and her parents, Arch and Adeline (Stewart) Catlin. Catherine graduated from the University of Kansas and was a member of Pi Beta Phi and Phi Beta Kappa. In 1940, she married Harry and lived in Pueblo for 58 years. In 1999, she moved to Colorado Springs to be close to her daughter. During her wonderful years in Pueblo, she was a very active member of the Ascension Episcopal Church, the Pueblo Junior League, the Colonial Danes of Colorado Springs, Wednesday Morning Club, Pueblo Girl Scouts Board, a volunteer for the Colorado State Hospital for 25 years and was the treasurer of the Chapel of Hope Foundation when the chapel was built at the Colorado State Hospital in 1975. Catherine was a loving mother and grandmother. She will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and her strong devotion to her family and friends. At her request, cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2003, Ascension Episcopal Church. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be sent to the Medallion East Medical Center Activity Fund, 1719 East Bijou, Colorado Springs, CO 80909; the Pueblo Villa Activity Fund, 1111 Bonforte Blvd., Pueblo, CO 81001; or to Ascension Episcopal Church, 420 W. 18th St., Pueblo, CO 81003. Peterson, August August Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - August 1982 - August Peterson, Walsenburg, formerly of La Veta, Aug. 16, 1982. Husband of Mrs. Clara Peterson. Father of Mrs. Bessie V. Pruitt, Texarkana, Ark., and grandfather of Mrs. Marilyn Trivett, San Antonio, Texas, Kevin and Patricia Oaks, Tom and Waylon Pruitt, Texarkana. Uncle of Ken and Rick Malaj, Denver, and Tony Malaj, Las Cruces, N.M. Service 1:30 p.m. Friday, La Veta Baptist Church, will be conducted by the Rev. Mark Anderson. Committal rites by La Veta Lodge No. 59, AF&AM, Trinidad Masonic Cemetery. Peterson, Austin K. Austin K. Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - June 04, 1998 - Austin K. Peterson, 16, passed away on June 2, 1998. Closed casket funeral services, 10 a.m. Friday, at the Lamar High School Auditorium. Interment, Fairmount Cemetery, Lamar. Closed casket visitation, today until 5 p.m. at the Peacock-Wood Chapel. Peterson, Barbara E. Barbara E. Peterson Huerfano World April 20, 2006 Barbara E. Peterson, 82, Littleton, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, David E. Peterson. Her parents were Andrew and Ruth Shaffer, longtime residents of Walsenburg. She is survived by three children, two sons, Thad of Atlanta, GA, and Eugene of Lakewood and a daughter, Jan of Littleton; two brothers, Andrew Shaffer, TV, CA, and Jack Shaffer, Colorado and numerous grandchildren. Donations are suggested to Good Shepherd, 5630 South Curtice, Street, Littleton, 80120. Peterson, Carl E. Carl E. Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - December 15, 1998 - Carl E. Peterson, passed away in Pueblo, Dec. 11, 1998. Services under the direction of Callahan-Edfast Mortuary in Grand Junction. Peterson, Charles Charles Peterson - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - January 17, 1878 - Sudden Death - Denver, January 11th - Charles Peterson, a Swede, an old Coloradoan and a member of the first Colorado regiment went into a saloon at twelve o'clock last night and called for something to drink. The saloon keeper gave him soda water and persuaded him to go to bed in a back room. About noon today he sent a man to wake him and found that he was dead. His tongue was bitten, his face was black, and he had every appearance of having died in a fit. On his person was found nearly one hundred dollars in money and two thousand five hundred dollars in certificates of deposit on the First National Bank of Pueblo. He came here recently from Cucharas and has been, till recently, in business near Elizabethtown, New Mexico. Peterson, Charles A. Charles A. Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - December 30, 1949 - Charles A. Peterson, Thursday, Dec. 29 at hospital, late of the home, 1032 E. Evans Ave. Father of Mrs. Fred B. Hoskins, and Mrs. James Wimmer, Pueblo, and Mrs. S. F. O'Brien, Denver. Grandfather of Geraldine Sanders and Mrs. May Goff, Pueblo; and Edward Miller Jr., Denver; great-grandfather of three. Brother of Mrs. Emma Sterry, Pueblo, Mr. Peterson was born in Stockholm, Sweden, 1863, came to Pueblo in 1882. After working at the old Eiler smelter, joined the CF&I Corp., retiring in 1931. His wife, Hedvig Eleanora Peterson died Dec. 1940; and a daughter, Mrs. Marie Ellen Sanders died July 1949. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 Davis Memorial Chapel. Rev. George F. Lowe officiating, To Mountain View, The family may be contacted at the home of Mrs. Hoskins, 1032 Carteret Ave. Peterson, Charles R. Charles R. Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - February 01, 2006 - Charles R. "Chuck" Peterson, 85, of Pueblo West, passed away Sunday, Jan. 29, 2006. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary Peterson; children, Charles (Sue) Peterson, Kim (Jon) Pachak, Carol (Steve) Ehrreich; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Mark Peterson. Chuck retired as captain of the Faribault, Minnesota Police Department after 22 years of service. He was the head of maintenance technician in the Judicial Building for 11 years and served three years as a bailiff for the state of Colorado. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, 2006, Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Peterson, Christine Christine Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - February 14, 1944 - Mrs. Christine Peterson, services 2 p.m. Monday, Davis mortuary chapel. Rev. Arthur I. Anderson will officiate. To Mountain view. Davis Mortuary. Peterson, Clara A. Clara A. Ritersdorf Peterson - Huerfano Journal - January 8, 2009 - Clara A. Ritersdorf Peterson - 2/15/1908 -12/30/2008 - Born February 15, 1908, Bleding, Michigan to William and Emma Edgerly. Passed away December 30, 2008 in Walsenburg, Colorado. She was 100 years old. Clara Peterson leaves behind her son, Anthony Malaj and his wife Barbara. She leaves her nephew Arthur Malaj of Rosemond, California; her niece Pat Malaj of Aurora, Colorado. She leaves her grandchildren Jonathon Malaj, Marcie Malaj, Michelle Malaj, and Francis Malaj. Clara leaves nieces and nephews; Mary Lou and her husband Pete Lober, Marya Butler, Bob and Shirley Heftje, Barbara and Wilson Hoy. Many other relatives in many places will miss her, most especially, Mary Graham of Pecos, New Mexico, who was her adopted daughter. Locally, Clara leaves behind her dearest friends Joe and Vernice Nardine, and their daughter Pat. She leaves her friend Gerry Day, Inez Prater and many others who knew her from La Veta and Walsenburg. Clara Peterson came to La Veta, Colorado in 1959, and married the late August Peterson. They lived on the ranch in Cuchara until 1982 when they moved into town and lived on 6th Street. In 2003 she took up residence at the Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home. Clara Peterson now joins her sisters and loves in eternal life. "It's not good bye, it's see you later." Peterson, Claud Claud Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - November 8, 1987 - Claud Peterson passed away unexpectedly Nov. 7, 1987. Survived by his wife, Betty L. Peterson of the family home; brother, Harold Peterson, Pueblo; sister, Betty Ballou, Pueblo. Also survived by five nephews. Born Nov. 8, 1920, in Nebraska and had been a longtime Pueblo resident. He was a member of B.P.O.E. No. 90; Pueblo Lodge No. 17, A.F. &A.M.; Southern Colorado Consistory; Al Kaly Shrine; and the Jesters Court No. 110. He was a member of the Central Christian Church. At his request there will be no viewing and no services. Cremation, Rouch Crematorium. Memorials may be made to the Shriners' Crippled Children's Hospital direct or through our office. Peterson, Dorothy Elizabeth Dorothy Elizabeth Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - July 22, 2004 - Dorothy Elizabeth Peterson, our loving mother was born in Pueblo on Feb. 13, 1922, and passed away peacefully and quietly on July 16, 2004. Dorothy was known to us as mother, Grammy, aunt and friend. Our mother is survived by her sister, Elsie Barker; son, Ed (Shirley) Alley; daughter, Mary Elaine (Grant) Workman; two grandchildren, Crista (Michael) Martin and Aicha Alley; and two great-grandchildren, Isabel and Olivia Martin. Also surviving are nephew, John (Jayrene) Barker and family; great-niece, Laurie (Charles) Meili and family; and great-nephew Ted (Victoria) Speier and family. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Charles E. Alley; and second husband, Carl Peterson. There will be no visitation held. The Holy rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2004, George F. McCarthy Historic Chapel, 400 Broadway. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. A light brunch will be served at the Downtown Marriott. Peterson, Edmund H. Edmund H. "Pete" Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - November 09, 2001 - Edmund H. "Pete" Peterson, born April 24, 1905, passed away Nov. 7, 2001. Ed Peterson was born on the family farm in Moorhead, Minn. He is an alumnus of North Dakota State University. In 1937, he married Dorothy Marie Brennan of St. Louis, Mo. Ed and family moved to Pueblo in 1952. In 1965, he formed Peterson Paint Company which he managed until 1984. Ed was a life member of the Pueblo Charter Lions Club, the B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 90 and the Rocky Mountain Paint and Varnish Society. Ed was survived by three sons, Charles Peterson of Potomac, Md., James Peterson of Northglenn, Colo., and Mark Peterson of Fort Lupton, Colo. Ed was strong and kind and generous and will be missed by all who knew him. He will lie in state at the funeral home from noon until 6 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at the Montgomery & Steward Chapel, with the Rev. Father Bill Huber officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Those who desire may make memorials to North Dakota State University Development Fund in Pete's name, c/o the funeral home. Peterson, Hedvig Eleanora Mrs. Hedvig Eleanora Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - December 15, 1940 - Mrs. Hedvig Eleanora Peterson, who came to Pueblo 57 years ago from Sweden, died Saturday at a local hospital. She was the wife of Charles A. Peterson and the couple would have celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary on Jan. 17. Mrs. Peterson, who was born Dec. 28, 1867, resided at 1032 East Evans Avenue. In addition to her husband she is survived by four daughters, Mrs. John W. Sanders, Mrs. Fred B. Hoskins, Mrs. James A. Wimmer, all of Pueblo, and Mrs. Ruth W. Miller of Denver; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Davis Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. H. Clarence Johnson officiating. Interment will be in Mountain View. Peterson, Jerry D. Jerry D. Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - January 08, 2000 - Jerry D. Peterson passed away Dec. 30, 1999, in Pueblo. Jerry was born June 10, 1936, in Great Falls, Mont. to Henry and Lenore Peterson. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines and had received master's degrees in history and political science. No viewing or services. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. Peterson, John Edward John Edward Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - August 27, 2003 - John Edward Peterson, 70, passed away Aug. 23, 2003, in Pueblo. John was born on Feb. 24, 1933, in Pueblo, Colo., and has lived here his entire life. He is preceded in death by his father, John; brother, Frank; father-in-law, Les Carlson; and mother-in-law, Virginia Carlson. John is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Joyce L. Peterson; brother, Warner (Barbara) Peterson; twin sister, JoAnn (Jerry) Stice; his mother, Mary Ann Peterson; brothers-in-law, Ed Carlson, Doug Carlson (Sharon); sister-in-law, Nadine Verna (John); sons, John (Rhonda), Randy, Greg (Colleen); grandchildren, Christa, Brandy, Leslie, Michael, Chance and Dustin; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. John was an avid outdoor sportsman. He loved to fish and hunt, and endowed his sons and grandsons with his love of the outdoors. John will be remembered particularly by his sons for his involvement with their high school rodeo activities, and for his directness, frankness and honesty. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Peterson, Julie L. Julie L. Peterson - Denver Post - November 27, 1998 - Julie L. Peterson of Denver, a bookkeeper, died Sunday in Aurora. She was 81. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hope Lutheran Church, 1345 Macon St. There will be cremation. She was born Oct. 17, 1917, in Sunnyside, Calif. On Oct. 19, 1947, she married Stuart Peterson in Walsenburg. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church and its Altar Guild. She is survived by her husband; a son, Victor, Denver; a brother, Frank Kutzler, Fort Worth, Texas; a sister, Hazel Foster, Pueblo; and five grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Metro Denver, 425 S. Cherry St., Suite 700, Denver 80246. Peterson, Laura Jane Laura Jane Peterson - La Veta Signature - July 25, 1991 - Laura Jane Peterson, 88, of San Antonio, TX, formerly of La Veta, died July 11 in San Antonio. Mrs. Peterson was born May 4, 1903 in La Veta to John and Laura McBridge Elley at the Three Bridges on the family ranch. Later they moved to homestead near the West Spanish Peak (Rocky Flats). She attended school at La Veta, graduated in 1920. She later attended Colorado Woman's College. In 1938, she married August Peterson. During the war she worked for the Santa Fe Railroad and helped maintain the Pullman cars for soldiers (Army personnel). She returned to stay with her folks until her mother died. In 1945 she went back to Denver and got her Licensed Vocational Nurses License. In the early 1960's she worked in nursing homes and the Swedish Hospital. She retired and moved to Bayfield. In 1987 she went to San Antonio, TX with her daughter. She suffered a stroke in 1988 and entered the nursing home two years ago. Mrs. Peterson is survived by a daughter, Betty V. Oakes, San Antonio, TX; three sisters, Ruth Olsen, Provo, UT; Vada Farrar, Rogers, AR; Flora Lea, Bayfield; a brother, May Elley, Walsenburg; two granddaughters, Marilyn Hobson, Patricia Courtney; a grandson, Kevin Oakes; two great-granddaughters, Courtney and Heather Hobson; a great-grandson, Taylor Courtney; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside Services were Tuesday, July 17, at the La Veta Cemetery. Boies Almont is in charge of arrangements. Peterson, Lewis C. Lewis C. Peterson - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - November 15, 1918 - Three Colorado boys missing in action are reported in the casualty lists made public by the war department. They are Troy J. Martin, Seibert; Lewis C. Peterson, Snyder, and Thybo A. Peterson, Pueblo. Among the dead of disease is Albert J. Greve [may be Grove] Pueblo; Sergt. N. G. Robinson, Fruita, is sick in hospital, having previously been reported missing in action. Peterson, Mary Ann Mary Ann Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - December 11, 2004 - Mary Ann Peterson, 93, passed away Dec. 7, 2004. Survived by her children, Jo Ann (Jerry) Stice and Warner (Barbara) Peterson, both of Pueblo; daughter-in-law, Joyce Peterson of Pueblo; sisters, Sophie Lest of Pueblo, Dorothy Zinn of Rifle, Colo., Lorraine (Del) Mair of Corpus Christi, Texas, and Betty (Frank) Rikhoff of Pueblo; grandchildren, John (Rhonda), Randy and Greg (Colleen) Peterson, Dawna (Steve) Dwyer, Todd Peterson, Shelly (Mike) Carter, Jerri Lynn (Rick) Ingo, Terry (Judy) Stice, Denise (Doug) MacKay, Kelly (Diana) Stice and Bob Eikenberg; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, John A. Peterson on June 26, 1975; sons, Frank Peterson on May 30, 1942, and John Peterson on Aug. 23, 2003; granddaughter, Loy Eikenberg; parents, Frank Jamnik and Anna Jamnik Perme; stepfather, Tony Perme; brothers, Edward Perme, Frank Jamnik, Albert Jamnik and George Jamnik; and sisters, Helen Williams and Gladys Thurston. Mary was born Jan. 11, 1911, in Pueblo. She enjoyed gardening and especially tending to her beautiful roses, preparing Slovenian and Swedish specialty foods for Christmas and sharing her love with all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of Tabor Lutheran Church. Viewing, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, at the funeral home. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. today, Dec. 11, 2004, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with Pastor James Strader officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens with a reception following the interment in the Imperial reception hall. In lieu of food and flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army or the American Heart Association, through the funeral home. The family may be contacted at 1830 Bonforte Blvd. Peterson, Mary Clare Sister Mary Clare Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - August 24, 2004 - Sister Mary Clare Peterson, 86, went to the Lord on the Feast of the Assumption on Aug. 15, 2004. She was laid to rest in the church cemetery in San Luis, Colo., on Aug. 19. In January 1942, she entered the convent of Mount St. Scholastica. She taught school in Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri. In 1958, she came to Colorado. She was a charter member of Benet Hill. For many years, she was the organist at the Shrine of St. Therese. In 1994, she retired and lived with her sister, Sister Mary Hugh. A memorial Mass will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004, at Shrine of St. Therese, 300 Goodnight Ave, with the Rev. Father Liam Courtney as celebrant. Peterson, Nels Melvin Nels Melvin Peterson - Westland News - September 17. 1920 - Nels Melvin Peterson, 12-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Peterson, living near Wild Horse, thirty miles southeast of Hugo, was instantly killed when he was dragged to death by a horse. Peterson, Ruth and Harold Ruth and Harold Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - July 06, 2006 - Ruth and Harold Peterson. A memorial gathering will be held to celebrate the lives of Harold and Ruth Peterson, 11 a.m. Saturday, July 8, 2006, George McCarthy Historic Chapel, 400 Broadway. Harold died March 12, 2005, and Ruth died June 19, 2006. They are survived by their children, Larry (Barb) Matthes, Bob (Joyce) Peterson, Ken (Maggie) Peterson and Roy Barnes; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They were preceded in death by son, Don Peterson; and grandson, Ken Peterson Jr. Please join the family for a reception at the chapel following the service. Peterson, Thybo A. Thybo A. Peterson - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - November 15, 1918 - Three Colorado boys missing in action are reported in the casualty lists made public by the war department. They are Troy J. Martin, Seibert; Lewis C. Peterson, Snyder, and Thybo A. Peterson, Pueblo. Among the dead of disease is Albert J. Greve [may be Grove] Pueblo; Sergt. N. G. Robinson, Fruita, is sick in hospital, having previously been reported missing in action. Peterson, Waldemar B. Waldemar B. Peterson - Pueblo Chieftain - March 05, 2002 - Passed away March 3, 2002, in Pueblo. Waldemar was born March 21, 1905, in Gunnebo, Sweden, one of eight children to Frederick and Josephine Peterson. Waldemar came to Pueblo in 1923 and was employed in the Wire Mill at CF&I Steel Mill for 46 years before retiring in 1969. He was a member of the Tabor Lutheran Church for nearly 80 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian; son, Paul; his parents and his siblings including his brother, Val Peterson. His survivors include a sister, Britt Molin; sister-in-law, Stina Ulden, both of Sweden; several nieces and nephews including Ruth (Robert) Hudgens, of Pueblo. Mr. Peterson will lie in state from noon until 6 p.m. on Wednesday at the mortuary. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2002, in the Davis Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in the Imperial Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers the family suggests donations in memory of Mr. Peterson be made to the Tabor Lutheran Church or to the charity of your choice. Peterson, Walter O. Jr. Dr. Walter O. Peterson Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - July 19, 2002 - Dr. Walter O. Peterson Jr., age 75, born in Pueblo on Jan. 10, 1927, passed away July 17, 2002. He is survived by his loving wife, Metoda Peterson; son, Dr. Walter O. Peterson III; daughter, Beverley Peterson Watson of Loveland, Colo.; grandchildren, Melissa Peterson, Lacey Peterson, Cody Peterson, Jason Watson, Heather Watson and Matthew Stanifer. Dr. Peterson was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Walter O. and Margaret Peterson; his first wife, Mariette Bolton Peterson; daughter, Bonnie Peterson Stanifer; and brother, Dr. Dick Peterson. Walter was a 1945 graduate of Central High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He received his degree in chiropractic from the Palmer School of Chiropractic in 1949. Following graduation, he and his wife Mariette moved to Australia where he practiced chiropractic for three years. Returning to the United States, he joined his father and his brother in their chiropractic clinic on Colorado Avenue. Walter retired from the profession in 1989, turning his practice over to his son. Walter was an avid hunter and gun collector and was a member of the Pueblo Municipal Shooters, The Mountain Men, Black Powder Shooters and the Pueblo Country Club. He also enjoyed playing tennis with some of his many friends. Funeral services, 2 p.m. Saturday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Palmer College of Chiropractic in his memory through the funeral home office. Petheram, Irene H. Irene H. Petheram - Pueblo Chieftain - January 10, 1986 - Irene H. Petheram, formerly of Pueblo, died Jan. 8, 1986. Predeceased by husband Harry D. Petheram. Mother of Alice J. Martin, Myrtle Trevithick, and Harry H. Petheram; sister of Harry Homer and Myrtle Carlson. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Saturday, Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, Loveland. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Pueblo. Pethic, Bruce W. Bruce W. Pethic - Pueblo Chieftain - December 09, 1997 - Bruce W. Pethic, 47, passed away Dec. 7, 1997, at a local hospital. Services will be under the direction of Bennett Funeral Home in Concord, N.H Petitti, Leonard Leonard Petitti - Pueblo Chieftain - June 26, 1987 - Dr. Leonard Petitti, 69, died June 25, 1987. A native of Faeto Foggia, Italy, and resident of Baton Rouge, La. Veteran of U.S. Army and graduate of the University of Michigan School of Medicine. Member of American Medical Association; Louisiana State Medical Society; East Baton Rouge Parish Medical Society; American Academy of Otolaryngology; East Baton Rouge Parish ENT Society; Our Lady of Mercy Holy Name Association. Survived by wife, Rosine Favavo Petitti of Baton Rouge; three daughters, Mrs. Toni Petitti Cavallaro of Rochester, N.Y., Dr. Diana Petitti-Hausman of Piedmont, Calif., Mrs. Judy Petitti Welborn of Baton Rouge; one son, Dr. Leonard J. Petitti of Apple Valley, Calif.; three brothers; eight grandchildren. Visitation, 5 to 9 p.m. at Hollabeck-Spindle Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, with religious service, 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church. Interment, Simpson Campground Cemetery in Nacogdoches, Texas. Petlock, Bill Bill Petlock - Huerfano Journal - January 23, 2009 - Bill was born May 13, 1938 in Chicago, IL, to the union of Viola and Alexander Petlock. He went to be with the Lord on December 15, 2008, in Pueblo after a long courageous battle with cancer. Bill was preceded in death by both parents, a sister Patricia Celmer and brother Neil Petlock. He is survived by his loving wife Glynda and daughter Andrea Petlock Novak (Alex); step-children Robert Mullins (Susan), Ronald Mullins and Patty Cummings (Doug); step-grandchildren Ronnie, Brent, Bobby, Christopher, Patrick and Haley Mullins, Brandon and Tanner Mork, Nikki Larkin and Kriston Marler (Barrett); step-great-grandchildren Lilly, Tate and Adeline Marler and Ronald Wayne Mullins III. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp from 1961 to 1966. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and hiking in the mountains. He was an accomplished artist, who loved painting horses and Indians in oils. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 10:30 am, at Christ the King Catholic Church in La Veta, CO. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Petlock, William Allen William Allen Petlock - The Huerfano Journal - January 22, 2009 - Bill was born May 13, 1938 in Chicago, IL, to the union of Viola and Alexander Petlock. He went to be with the Lord on December 15, 2008, in Pueblo after a long courageous battle with cancer. Bill was preceded in death by parents, a sister Patricia Celmer and brother Neil Petlock. He is survived by his loving wife Glynda and daughter Andrea Petlock Novak (Alex); step-children Robert Mullins (Susan), Ronald Mullins and Patty Cummings (Doug); step-grandchildren Ronnie, Brent, Bobby, Christopher, Patrick and Haley Mullins, Brandon and Tanner Mork, Nikki Larkin and Kriston Marler (Barrett); step-great-grandchildren Lilly, Tate and Adeline Marler and Ronald Wayne Mullins III. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp from 1961 to 1966. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and hiking in the mountains. He was an accomplished artist, who loved painting horses and Indians in oils. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 10:30 a.m., at Christ the King Catholic Church in La Veta, CO. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Petr, Joseph R. Joseph R. Petr - Pueblo Chieftain - June 26, 2003 - Joseph R. Petr, 95, born in Lawrence, Neb., on Nov. 8, 1907, to Frank and Anna (Byers) Petr, passed away June 24, 2003. He is preceded in death by his wife, Rose (Vap) Petr; sisters, Emma Kucera, Mary Landon and Christina Hajny; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Kucera. Survived by sisters-in-law, Mary Pohlmeier and Alice (Everett) Rex; brother-in-law, David (Loretta) Vap; niece with whom he lived for 4 years, Joan (Frank) Javornik; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was godfather to Betty Mertens, Ellen Kistler and Donald, Bernard and James Sykora, Rita Wright, David Vap, Robert and Donna Pohlmeier, Michael Staruh and David and Timothy Pohlmeier. Joseph was employed by Associated Grocers until his retirement in 1970. He was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese and Knights of Columbus Council 557 and numerous church organizations. Viewing, 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Shrine of St. Therese Building Fund. Petr, Rose D. Rose D. Petr - Pueblo Chieftain - June 22, 1998 - Rose D. Petr, 88, passed away June 21, 1998. Survived by her husband, Joseph R. Petr, of the family home- sisters, Mary Pohlmeier and Alice (Everett) Rex of Pueblo- brother, David (Loretta) Vap, Colorado Springs- numerous nieces, nephews and 12 godchildren. Preceded in death by her sister, Elizabeth Kucera, and sisters-in-law, Emma Kucera and Mary Landon. Mrs. Petr was born in Deweese, Neb., on Dec. 27, 1909, to Enos and Frances (Hlavac) Vap. Rose taught in rural schools in Nuckolls and Clay County, Neb., for six years before her marriage to Joseph Petr on Aug. 15, 1933, in Deweese, Neb. They celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary on Aug. 14, 1997. Mrs. Petr had been a member of Shrine of St. Therese parish since 1954 and was also a member of Eucharistic Association of Sacred Heart Cathedral, Altar and Rosary Society, Cancer Sewing, Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima and Queen of Peace Auxiliary of Knights of Columbus Council 557. Rose was employed by Logan's Drug Store and Schuster's Bakery until her retirement. Visitation, noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. The family will greet friends and relatives from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10 a.m., Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Shrine of St. Therese. Petramala-Hancher, Frances Frances Petramala-Hancher - Pueblo Chieftain - April 29, 2002 - Frances Petramala-Hancher, 83, longtime Swink area resident, died April 27, 2002, in La Junta. She was born Feb. 13, 1919, in Fayetteville, Ark., to Neil and Buena McKinnon. Frances grew up and attended schools in Arkansas. She married Michael Petramala on Nov. 24, 1937. The couple resided in Trinidad and Walsenburg for a few years before moving to the Swink area in 1944. Frances was a devoted mother and active in school activities when she was raising a family. She helped in the operation of the family farm and livestock business and ran the families fruit and vegetable stands for many years. Her husband, Michael, preceded her in death in 1972. On April 11, 1984, she married Charles Hancher. He preceded her in death in 1995. Frances had been active in the Rural Neighbors Club and was a longtime member of the Swink United Methodist Church. She is survived by her son, Joe (Janie) Petramala of Swink; grandchildren, Jonathan Neil Petramala and Michael Tate Couch. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Buena; three brothers and one sister. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, at the Swink United Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Dudley officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery in La Junta. Visitation, noon to 6 p.m. Monday, at Peacock-Larsen. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Swink United Methodist Church or the Arkansas Valley Hospice Association. Petre, Lelia Lou Lelia Lou (Biggs) Petre - Colorado Springs Gazette - May 27, 2007 - Lelia Lou (Biggs) Petre, 92, passed away on Friday, May 18, 2007, at Brighton Gardens of Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was born November 7, 1914, in San Marcos, Texas, to Kenner Dee and Lelia Lou (Storey) Biggs. Lelia married Warren "Pete" N. Petre on December 20, 1953, in Frankfurt, Germany. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren; her parents; two brothers, William D. Biggs and Dr. Burnard Storey Biggs; and a sister, Julia Lone Biggs Cain. Mrs. Petre is survived by a brother, James Kenner Biggs, Sr. (104 years) from Houston; four nieces and five nephews. Lelia attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College, from the Kindergarten lab. school through graduation with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. After graduation she taught public school music in Texas City. She also was the organist in the Methodist Church and taught piano privately. She studied piano at Julliard School of Music in New York City during the summers of 1948 and 1949. After receiving her master's degree from University of Texas in Austin, she moved to Berlin, Germany where she taught in the Department of Defense schools. She met and married Warren in Frankfurt, Germany where he was serving in the U.S. Army. Later they moved to Pueblo where she taught 6th grade and music in Pueblo School District #60 before retiring. Mrs. Petre was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Pueblo. She loved classical music and regularly attended Pueblo Symphony Orchestra concerts. Lelia also enjoyed bowling, bird-watching, camping and fishing at Blue Mesa. Phil and Gladys Perry (Lelia's niece) want to extend heartfelt thanks to Brighton Gardens' caregiver staff for their friendship and loving attention shown to Lelia. A private burial service will be held at Ft. Logan Cemetery, in Denver, Colorado. Memorial contributions may be sent to the local Alzheimer's Association either direct or through Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors, P.O. Box 777, Pueblo, CO 81003. Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com. Petre, Warren Newton Maj. Warren Newton "Pete" Petre - Pueblo Chieftain - December 31, 2003 - Maj. Warren Newton "Pete" Petre, 91, passed away on Friday, Dec. 26, 2003, in Pueblo. He was born Nov. 14, 1912, in Sidney, Neb., to Newton and Henrietta (Scoville) Petre, and grew up in Peetz, Colo. Warren married Lelia Lou (Biggs) Petre on Dec. 20, 1953, in Frankfurt, Germany. They recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Harold, Joseph and Gordon Petre; three sisters, Eliza Mechem, Alice Knutzen and Esther Nelson. Warren is survived by his wife; sister, Pauline Oelschlager of Lincoln, Neb.; daughter, Trilla (Dennis) Bornhoft of Haxtun, Colo. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Chris Bornhoft, Wendy Williams, Amy Kilgour and Marc Bornhoft; and seven great-grandchildren, all from Colorado. Several nieces and nephews survive him. Maj. Petre enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1933, at Fort Logan, Colo. During World War II, he served in the European Theater of Operations, participating in the Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Southern France, Rhineland and Central Europe campaigns. He also served in the United States and Korea. During a break in service, he was in charge of a Civilian Conservation Corp. camp in Wyoming. He retired in 1963, after serving more than 20 years active duty. He was in the real estate business for several years before starting the JROTC program at Pueblo County High School in September 1968, where he served as military instructor for five years. Mr. Petre was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Pueblo, Sterling Masonic Lodge No. 54, Pueblo Silver State Lodge No. 95, AF&AM, Southern Colorado Consistory, and active in the Scottish Rite Foundation - Rite Care program (a program to help children needing speech therapy). He was a member of the Masonic organization for over 57 years. He enjoyed camping, hunting, and especially fishing at Blue Mesa. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, at the First Presbyterian Church, 220 W. 10th St., with the Rev. Dr. Brad Munroe officiating. Military presentation of the flag by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Interment will be at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colo. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association-Rocky Mountain Chapter, Scottish Rite Foundation of Colorado - Rite Care Program, or First Presbyterian Church of Pueblo, c/o the funeral home. Petrello, Josephine T. Josephine T. Petrello - Pueblo Chieftain - December 03, 2002 - Josephine T. Petrello of Pueblo, March 19, 1919, to Nov. 28, 2002. Born in Pueblo, she graduated from Central High School in 1937. She worked in Washington, D.C., for two years during World War II. Josephine worked for 43 years as a clerk at the Pueblo Army Depot. She was a member of the Eagle Auxiliary and Parent Association for Retarded Citizens (PARC), where she helped with their weekly bingo games for many years. Wife of the late Pasquale (Pat) Petrello. Survived by her children, Carol (Carie) Bisdorf, Theresa (Teri) Steblay and John Petrello. Grandmother to Deborah and Katherine Bisdorf and Susan Steblay. Also survived by her sisters, Helen Milsap, Virginia Holland, Pauline Lupton (Decatur, Ill.); and brother, Donald Boulse (Sunlake, Ariz.); and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Viewing, Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Rosary, Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002, 7 p.m., and funeral Mass, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2002, 10 a.m., both services at St. Patrick Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. A reception will be held at the church hall following the interment. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to St. Patrick Church. Petri, Barbara J. Barbara J. (Spinuzzi) Petri - Pueblo Chieftain - September 09, 1998 - Barbara J. (Spinuzzi) Petri. Public visitation from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today. Family will receive friends during visitation from 2 to 6 p.m. Recitation of the rosary to follow visitation at 6 p.m. today, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, Shrine of St. Therese. Inurnment, Roselawn Cemetery, 4 p.m. Friday, September 11. Donations may be made in memory of Barbara Petri to David Wilkerson, World Challenge, Inc., P.O. Box 260, Lindale, Texas 75771. Petrick, Mary E. Mary Petrick - Pueblo Chieftain - March 26, 2002 - Passed away March 23, 2002. Mary was born on April 20, 1914, in Eveleth, Minn., to Anton and Mary Virant. Preceded in death by her husband, Albert Petrick. Survived by her son, Albert (Marie) Petrick; grandchildren, Joe Petrick and Beth (Mike) Lewis; great-grandson, Jacob Lewis; brother, Tony Virant; sisters, Frances Papish and Molly (Ben) Golob; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Slovenian Women's Union. Viewing, Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Petrico, Pete Pete Petrico - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - April 2, 1915 - Pete Petrico was taken to San Rafael hospital near death's door as the result of being thrown under the wheels of a Colorado & Southern rain at Trinidad. Both legs were so horribly mangled that they had to be amputated. Petrie, Chester O. Chester O. Petrie - Pueblo Chieftain - January 4, 1987 - Chester O. Petrie, 89, of Fowler, died Jan. 3, 1987. Survived by mother, Mary Petrie, and wife Jean, both of Fowler; two Dr. Rodney (Toni) of Thedford, Neb., Rufus (Carol) of Fowler; daughter, Raylene Petrie, Wheat Ridge; three brothers, Charlie, Ventura, Calif., Hugh, Sun Valley, Calif., Jim, Fowler; five sisters, Hazel Davis, Fillmore, Calif., Mary Ann White, Pueblo, Mildred Mang, Durango, Marjorie Garrett, Fowler, Dotte Fugere, Denver; and seven grandchildren. Service, 2 p.m. Monday, United Methodist Church. Burial, Fowler Cemetery. Please make memorial contributions to Methodist Church or Fowler Ambulance Fund through the funeral home office. Petrie, J. B. J. B. Petrie - Huerfano World - January 4, 1990 - This Week in La Veta History - 1931: J. B. Petrie, a railroader and early settler of La Veta and now over 70, committed suicide in California. Petrocco, Hazel Hazel Felton Petrocco - Pueblo Chieftain - May 12, 2003 - Hazel Felton Petrocco, died May 10, 2003. She was a loving woman who devoted her life to her family, her friends, and her community. The "lady with the stylish hats" was known as a leader in public education at the local, state, national and international levels. Hazel was a master teacher who specialized in early childhood development. She served as a pioneer in gaining recognition for teachers in educational decision making. Hazel was born on June 25, 1921, in Neola, Iowa, to James E. and Edith Felton (deceased). She graduated from the University of Northern Iowa (Cedar Falls) and Colorado State Teachers College (now UNC), then taught in Iowa and Illinois before moving to Colorado in 1947. Mrs. Petrocco was an employee of Pueblo School District 60 for more than 30 years, teaching at Carlile, Beulah Heights and Sunset Park Elementary schools. After retiring from teaching, she was elected to the Colorado State Board of Education, serving as the Third Congressional District Representative from 1991 to 1997. Hazel Petrocco was a finalist for Colorado Teacher of the Year in 1971 and received the Colorado Teacher of the Year Special Recognition Award in 1986. In 1971, she received the University of Northern Colorado Alumni Association Outstanding Woman Educator award. Hazel received several awards for her political activities. The Colorado Education Association established "The Hazel F. Petrocco Women's Leadership Award" in 1986 and Hazel was the first recipient of that award. The honor continues to be awarded annually, in Hazel's name, to a woman educational leader in the state of Colorado. Mrs. Petrocco served as president of the Colorado State Classroom Teachers. She served as a director on the Board of the Colorado Education Association intermittently between 1969 and 1991. Hazel represented Colorado on the Board of the National Education Association from 1969 through 1976. Locally, she belonged to A.A.U.W., Delta Kappa Gamma, Diocese of Pueblo Council for Catholic Women (legislative chairman), Handweavers Guild of Pueblo, Assistance League of Pueblo, and Beta Signa Phi (Beta Chapter). She received the Pueblo Distinguished Teacher Award (1985) and the Women's History Week Woman of the Year Award. Hazel and her husband, Frank, were honored as the Pueblo County Democrats of the Year in 2002. Hazel is survived by her husband, Frank, to whom she was married for 56 years. She is also survived by her children, Mona (Bill) Klein, of Colorado Springs, Victoria (Mike) Winterscheidt, of Greenwood Village, and F. Mario (Sandy) Petrocco, of San Diego, Calif.; five grandchildren, Marcena, Pete and Hank Winterscheidt, and Anna and Olivia Petrocco; and her brother, James L. (Darlene) Felton of Neola, Iowa; numerous nieces and nephews survive, including the children of Angelina (deceased) and Thomasina (deceased) Dionisio of Pueblo. She was preceded in death by a sister, Marjorie Merkert; and a brother, Lynn E. Felton. In lieu of flowers and food, the family requests donations be made in her memory to Sangre de Cristo Hospice and Palliative Care; Assistance League of Pueblo Scholarship or School Bell funds; Beta Chapter - Beta Sigma Phi Community Project Fund; Shrine of St. Therese C.C.W. Project Fund. Service arrangements pending. Petroff, Emma Jean Emma Jean Petroff - Huerfano World - January 19, 1995 - Emma Jean Petroff, 72, of Barstow, CA,, formerly of the Huerfano County area, died Jan. 11, 1995 in Barstow. Born Nov. 29, 1922 in Leavenworth, KS, she had lived in Barstow for the past 34 years. Survivors include her husband, George Petroff, Barstow; a son, Mike Petroff, Nevada; a daughter, Kerry Petroff, Barstow and cousins. Funeral service was Monday from Shepherd of the Desert Lutheran Church in Barstow. Graveside service was Jan. 18 in Huerfano Masonic Cemetery. Petrosino, Richard and Billie Richard and Billie Petrosino - Pueblo Chieftain - December 04, 2001 - Richard and Billie Petrosino received God's promise of eternal life on Dec. 1, 2001. They enjoyed 26 years of married life together as soul mates and are survived by their five children, Stacy and James Hladek, William and Shannon Gray, Michael and Nancy Gray, Richard and Latrisha Petrosino, Theresa (and Richard) Petrosino; eight grandchildren, Shelby and Jeffrey Hladek, Brianne and Dustin Gray, David, Madeline "Sissy" and Titus Gray, Robin Petrosino. Richard Petrosino was born on July 1, 1948, to Antonio and Gladys Petrosino. He served 21 years in the U.S. Army, including two tours in Vietnam. He recently became the pastor of Christ's Church of Southern Colorado in Florence. He is survived by his father, Antonio Petrosino and older brother, Tony Petrosino. Billie (Emmons) Petrosino was born on June 26, 1950, to William and Effie Mae Emmons. She graduated in 1968 from Centennial High School. She worked at Sam's Club with many close friends. She is survived by her brother, Tim Emmons. Richard and Billie will be greatly missed by their children, grandchildren and many close family and friends. Memorial service to celebrate their lives will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, at Fellowship of the Rockies, 3892 W. Northern Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wayside Cross Mission or A Caring Pregnancy Center through the funeral home office in their memory. Petross, Bill J. Bill J. Petross - Pueblo Chieftain - May 16, 2004 - Bill J. Petross, 62 passed away unexpectedly May 12, 2004. Bill was the owner of Tile House and enjoyed his work, his customers and just being with people. Bill had a heart of gold and was a friend to everyone who knew him. Bill is preceded in death by his infant son, who passed away at birth. He leaves behind his wife, Sharon Petross; children, Trisha (Mike) Nugent, Kevin (Jennifer) Petross; parents, Marie Clark and Reagon M. (Effie) Petross; brothers, Merle Petross, Donald (Louise) Petross; sister, Deborah (Richard) Anderton; and grandchildren, Tanya Nugent, Ethan Nugent and PJ Estrada. Services will be held at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, 2 p.m. Monday, May 17, 2004, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Petrucci, Frank Frank Petrucci Pueblo Indicator April 25, 1914 Thirty-Three Dead at Ludlow Mothers and Babies Slain in Safety Pits Note: Frank Petrucci is listed among the dead of the Ludlow Massacre, April 20, 1914. Frank Petrucci: age 4 months, son of miner on strike. Source: Ludlow Monument and newspaper articles. Note: One newspaper article also lists this child as the child of Mrs. Mary Petructi. http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/ludlow.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Petrucci, Joseph Joe Petrucci Pueblo Indicator April 25, 1914 Thirty-Three Dead at Ludlow Mothers and Babies Slain in Safety Pits Note: Joe Petrucci is listed among the dead of the Ludlow Massacre, April 20, 1914. Joe Petrucci: age 4, son of miner on strike. Source: Ludlow Monument and newspaper articles. Note: One newspaper article also lists this child as the child of Mrs. Mary Petructi. http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/ludlow.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Petrucci, Lucy Lucy Petrucci Pueblo Indicator April 25, 1914 Thirty-Three Dead at Ludlow Mothers and Babies Slain in Safety Pits Note: Lucy Petrucci is listed among the dead of the Ludlow Massacre, April 20, 1914. Lucy Petrucci: age 2, daughter of miner on strike. Source: Ludlow Monument and newspaper articles. Note: One newspaper article also lists this child as the child of Mrs. Mary Petructi. http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/ludlow.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Petry, Anthony M. Anthony M. Petry - Colorado Springs Gazette - April 17, 1996 Anthony M. Petry, 86, owner of Petry Tailor Shop, died April 14, 1996, in Colorado Springs. Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. today at Swan-Law Funeral Directors, 501 N. Cascade Ave. The funeral will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, 22 W. Kiowa St., with the Rev. John Slattery officiating. Burial will be at Union High Cemetery in Florence. He was born April 19, 1909, in Florence to Samuel and Lucia (DiDonato) Petry. He was married Nov. 10, 1934, in Florence to Johanna Straziscar, who is deceased. He is survived by a son, Thomas of Colorado Springs; a brother, Francis of Yuma, Ariz.; and two sisters, Della Banter of Pueblo and Sylvia Kittle of Littleton. He was preceded in death by a brother, John; a sister, Doers, Joseph and Luke Santerella; and a half-sister, Mary Ricotta. Mr. Petry was a Catholic and a life member of the Elks No. 309. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Elks Club No. 309, 3400 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs 80907; or St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, 22 W. Kiowa St., Colorado Springs 80903. Pettefer, Howard E. Howard E. Pettefer - Pueblo Chieftain - February 27, 1998 - Howard E. Pettefer passed away Feb. 25, 1998, in Pueblo. Howard was born in Pueblo on May 12, 1912, to George and Hazel Crawford Pettefer and had lived here his entire life. He was employed in the CF&I Steel Mill for over 40 years and retired as an Assistant Superintendent. Howard was a member of South Pueblo Lodge No. 31 AF&AM, the Southern Colorado Consistory and the Al Kaly Shrine in Pueblo. He was preceded in death by his wife, Isabella, and sister, Ruth Williams. Survived by his nieces, Susan (Rod) Eichler of Englewood and Margaret (Floyd) Reid of Oklahoma and their families- sister-in-law, Dorothy Wilson of California- as well as many good friends, including Jose (Angelita) Vasquez of Pueblo, Judy (Ralph) Bird and Chris Chandler, both of Denver, and their families. Mr. Pettefer will lie in state at the mortuary from 1 until 6 p.m. today. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, 1998, in the Davis Memorial Chapel. Interment with Masonic graveside rites by South Pueblo Lodge No. 31 AF&AM will follow in the Imperial Cemetery. Donations in memory of Howard may be made to the Al Kaly Shrine Transportation Fund either direct or through the mortuary. Pettengell, Edith M. Edith M. Pettengell - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home - October 6, 2003 - Edith M. Pettengell, age 92, passed away on October 4. She was born on July 27, 1911 in Nicollet, Minnesota to Martin and Emily Bode. Edith was married to Charles E. Pettengell on October 10, 1936 in Nicollet, Minnesota. She was a graduate of Dr. Martin Luther College in New Ulm, Minnesota. Edith was a teacher at the Lutheran School and a member of the Zion's Lutheran Church in Trinidad. Survived by daughters Margaret A. Kasch, Pie Town, New Mexico, Sandra L. Grosso, Trinidad, Colo., sisters Esther Enter, Ardella Bruns, both of Mankato, MN, Lillian Gerlash, WauWatosa, WI, six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and numerous relatives and friends. Visitation was held Monday, October 6 from 2-6 p.m. at the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Service will take place Tuesday, October 7 at 1 p.m. at the Zion's Lutheran Church, 613 Prospect with Pastor Vaughn Neshiem. The family of Edith M. Pettengell has entrusted arrangements to the Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Pettibone, R. S. (Mrs.) Mrs. R. S. Pettibone - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - July 26, 1877 - Mrs. R. S. Pettibone died at the residence of her parents in Chicago, last Saturday and was buried on Sabbath at 2 p.m. Mrs. Pettibone came to Colorado in company with her husband, seeking relief in our climate, but owing to a rapid decline left for her old home a few weeks ago. She made many warm personal friends during her short residence here, who will surely deeply regret to hear this sad news. Pettie, Donald Joe Donald Joe Pettie Huerfano World April 15, 2004 - Donald J. Pettie, age 26, of Eads, died April 9, 2004, at Walsenburg, Survived by parents, Joe and Melanie Pettie, and sister, Stephanie Pettie, of Walsenburg. Funeral was Tuesday, April 13,2004, at 2 p.m. at Ustick Donelson Johnson Funeral Rome in Rocky Ford. Kiowa County Press April 18, 2004 - Eads, CO - Donald Joe Pettie of Eads was born June 12, 1977 at Fort Polk, Louisiana to Joe and Melanie Miller Pettie of Walsenburg. He passed away April 9, 2004 at Walsenburg at the age of 26. Pettie is survived by his parents Joe and Melanie Pettie; sister Stephanie Pettie and nephew Anthony Maldonado all of Walsenburg; grandparents Stan and Marilyn Miller of Rocky Ford and numerous aunts and uncles. Funeral services for Donald Joe were held Tuesday, April 13 at 2 p.m. at the Ustick Donelson Johnson Funeral Home of Rocky Ford with Pastor B.J. Worthen officiating. Music was provided by organist Mrs. B.J. Thomas and congregational songs. Casket Bearers were Jim Chaney, Mark Miller, Ron Martinez, and Mike Maldonado. Pettie, J. D. Jr. J. D. Pettie Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - April 01, 1999 - J. D. Pettie Jr., born Dec. 15, 1935, died Monday, March 29, 1999, at the age of 63 years, 3 months and 14 days. He is survived by his wife, Mattie, of 46 years; son, Johnnie and his wife, Tina of Las Vegas, Nev.; four daughters, Debbie Lackas and husband, Randy of Norfolk, Neb., Ellen Chestnut and husband, Darrell of Pueblo, Judy Pettie of Pueblo and Patricia Baril of Pueblo; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one brother, Jimmy Chaney and wife, Henrietta of Lamar, Colo.; and sister, Gertrude Manley, Caruthersville, Mo. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, stepfather, one brother and one sister. He served in the U.S. Air. Force from 1953 until 1957, serving in Korea and. later in Colorado Springs. He was an active member. of the American Legion, the Elks Club, Eagles Lodge and the Church of Christ. J. D. and Mattie enjoyed spending time with children and grandchildren, gardening and fishing and family cookouts. Funeral service, 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 2, 1999, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel with the Rev. Don Gellis presiding. Interment at Imperial Memorial Gardens with graveside rites by the Fort Carson Honor Guard. Visitation at the funeral home from noon until 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Pettine, Ernestine G. Ernestine G. Pettine Albuquerque Journal - August 19, 2002 - Ernestine G. Pettine. It is with joy and confidence in the Lord that we announce that Ernestine Pettine has passed from this life to her heavenly reunion with her husband, Henry; and her daughter, Sylvia. Anyone who had the privilege of knowing Ernestine will remember her as a remarkable wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Born June 28, 1914 in Boone, CO, and the eldest of 21 children. She married her high school sweetheart, Henry (aka "Peter Pan") in 1933. Together they made a great team and lovingly raised their children, and upon Sylvia's death, raised her children also, Shirley, Michael, Ronnie, Yvette and Albert Sena. Remarkable for her perseverance, faith in the Lord, talent and resiliency, she lived life with gusto. She was an avid reader, fisherwoman, seamstress, bridge player and cook. She was a grand and great mother. She inspired us with her wit and wisdom, generosity, ability to listen, her extreme organization and her unconditional love. Her subtle humor and skill as a story teller taught us what it is to be a Pettine and Gallegos. Her fighting spirit, particularly in the face of recent and serious health issues, heartened friends, family and health providers. She was the heart and soul of the family as they strive to make her proud. She would have the family acknowledge the many people who brightened her days with a kind word or a gentle touch. Special thanks and tender good-byes each of you. Ernestine was survived by her daughter, Yvonne Pettine-Padilla and her husband, Wilfred; son, Henry Pettine Jr. and his wife, Janice; sisters, Vida Guttman, Mary Lou Gutierrez, Anita Martinez; brothers, Mickey Gallegos, Marvin Gallegos and his wife, Elizabeth; sister-in-laws, Elizabeth Johnson, Casey and Lou Gallegos; grandchildren, Brian Padilla and his wife, Lorie, Chad Padilla and wife, Lorraine, Carlo and Dominic Pettine, Albert Sena and his wife, Marya, Shirley Archunde and her husband, Phillip, Michael, Yvette and Ronnie Sena; her well loved great-grandchildren, including Aubry Padilla, whom she enjoyed a special bond; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. A Rosary and Mass will be held at the Sangre de Cristo Church, 8901 Candelaria NE, Albuquerque, NM. Rosary will be recited Monday, August 19, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. and the Mass will be held Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. and led by father Albert Podvin. Her cremated remains will be interred, in a private ceremony, at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends are invited to join the family to share memories at a reception at the Tanoan Country Club, at twelve noon following the mass. n lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations, be made in her name, to the National Kidney Foundation, 5736 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, (505)830-3542. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200. Pettinger, Linus O. Linus O. Pettinger - Pueblo Chieftain - September 01, 1997 - Linus O. Pettinger, 83, of Holly, died Aug. 31. Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday. Both services at St. Frances of Rome Catholic Church, Holly. Burial, Holly Cemetery. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Valley Memorial-Holly. Memorial contributions to the Holly Ambulance Fund or St. Frances of Rome. Pettit, Francis A. Francis A. Pettit - Pueblo Chieftain - January 8, 1987 - Father Francis A. Pettit, Jan. 6, 1987. Brother of Henry J. Pet-tit, Pueblo, and the late Edward J. Pettit. Cousin of Miss Anna Buecker, Pueblo. Uncle of Father Edward G. Pettit, Pueblo, and numerous other nieces and nephews. Father Pettit was born in Pueblo. He graduated from St. Patrick High School in Pueblo and St. Thomas Seminary in Denver. He was ordained June 6, 1936, for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Denver and served in several parishes, the longest period being spent as pastor of St. Anthony Church in Hugo, Colo. He retired as assistant pastor of Notre Dame Parish, Denver, and returned to Pueblo in 1975. Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial will be 1 p.m. Friday at St. Patrick Church. Interment, Roselawn. Pettit, William William Pettit - Pueblo Chieftain - November 17, 2002 - William Pettit, 47. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Monday at St. Patrick Church with Rev. Father Edward Pettit as celebrant. Petz, Fern Ellis Fern Ellis Petz - Pueblo Chieftain - June 29, 2001 - Fern Ellis Petz, Born Belton, TX, 1909. Fern went to be with our Lord on June 28, 2001. Preceded in death be her husband Walter Petz, daughter Patricia Mulay and numerous brothers and sisters. Beloved mother of Jerry (Joann) Ellis and Sue (Henry) Romero. Grandmother of Jerrie Ann (Jerry) Cunico, Marsha (John) Villani, Sandra (Chuck) Kochenberger, Carol (David) Niccoli, Deborah Mulay, Karen (James) Genova, James (Jeanette) Mulay, GayLynn (Steve) McIntyre and Patti (Mark) Klobe. Great grandmother of Jarrett (Pam) Sweckard, William (Carrie) Sweckard, Jennifer (Cameron) Allen, Vincent Villani, Chad Kochenberger, Katie Kochenberger, Sarah Niccoli, Adam Niccoli, Jacob Niccoli, Andrea Wilkens, Natalie (Tom) Hoagland, Justin Genova, Brandon Genova, Stephanie Mulay, Kristen Mulay, Stephen McIntyre and Kasen Klobe. Great-great-grandmother of Cailey Rose and Breanna Sweckard. Fern was a loving, compassionate, supportive mother, grandmother, great grandmother. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends. Fern was a dedicated employee of SRDA for 25 years. Most of her tenure as a SRDA employee was spent at the Colorado State Employment office. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 2 at 10:30am at Calvary Church, 5 Tulane. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received after services at the Calvary Church reception hall. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to SRDA offices, 230 N Union. Pevler, Bertha Mae Bertha Mae Thomas Pevler - Blakesburg Excelsior (Blakesburg, Iowa) - October 10, 1957 - Bertha Mae Pevler - Bertha Mae, daughter of David and Clara Thomas, was born Sept. 30, 1900 at Wray, Colorado, and passed away at the State Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado September 28, 1957 at the age of 56 years, 11 mos. and 28 days. She had been a patient there 32 years. Her girlhood and young married life had been spent in and around Wray and she was a member of the Christian Church of that place. On November 8, 1918, she was united in marriage to Chase W. Pevler, who survives. Two daughters were born to them, Mrs. Beulah Bruhn of near Blakesburg and Mrs. Leona Harr of near Albia. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents and one granddaughter. Services were held Thursday, October 3 at 2:00 p.m. at the Knedler Funeral Home in charge of the Rev. O. R. Roberts of Blakesburg. Burial in Blakesburg cemetery. Pallbearers were Floyd Glosser, James Smith, Frank Barnett, Noah Stocker, Richard Glosser and John Huber. Pevny, Elizabeth Rose Elizabeth Rose Pevny - Pueblo Chieftain - August 22, 2000 - Elizabeth Rose Pevny, know as "Betty" to her friends, died Aug. 21, 2000. A lifelong Pueblo resident, Elizabeth was born Jan. 24, 1911, to Steve and Mary Ballas. As a child, she lived on the family farm at Baxter, Colo., until the family moved to Pueblo. She attended St. Anthony School and Church in the "Grove" section of Pueblo, and then Central High School, from which she graduated with honors. After graduation, Elizabeth attended American Business College, and then entered the work world with her first job being at a motel and gas station called Camp Comfort. Over the next 18 years, she was employed by the Community Chest, the W.P.A. during the Depression, Burch Warehouse, Weicker Moving and Storage, and the Power Company. Elizabeth and Albert Pevny married upon Al's return from Europe at the end of World War II, and then had three children. Elizabeth was a longtime member of the St. Francis Xavier Parish Community, and she was active in numerous parish and school organizations. She was an excellent homemaker and an avid bridge player. She took great pride in her beautiful flower gardens, loved singing to the music of her player piano and very much enjoyed the company of her many friends. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Albert; and by her sisters, Regina Miernyk and Teresa Lindvay. She is survived by her son, Ron Pevny of Durango; twin daughters, Suzanne Pevny of Colorado Springs, and Nancy Andress of Glendale, Ariz.; grandchildren, Mark and Brooke Pevny, and Michael and Cheryl Andress; and nephews, Bill Miernyk of Anchorage, Alaska, and Dick Miernyk of Las Cruces, N.M. She is also survived by sister-in-law, Ann Shelling; and niece, Margaret Van Lierde of Vienna, Va.; and by her dearest friend of more man 50 years, Lillian Balius of Pueblo. A rosary for Elizabeth will be held at St. Francis Church on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will he on Thursday commencing at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. A reception will be held at the family home following the interment. Pew, Anna Vandyke Anna Vandyke Pew - Fort Collins Weekly Courier - August 24, 1899 - Died on Sunday, August 20th, 1899, at the insane asylum, Pueblo, Anna Pew, wife of K. P. Pew of this city, aged 47 years. Anna Vandyke was born in 1852, in Michigan; came to Fort Collins in 1870, and married K. P. Pew in 1874. In 1890, shortly after the death of her infant son, Mrs. Pew began to break down physically and to show signs of mental derangement. Later she became violent and it was found necessary to send her to the asylum where she has been during the past seven years, incurably insane. The body was brought home for burial, the funeral taking place last Monday forenoon at the family home, one mile west of the city. Rev. L. C. Woodford preached the sermon. A husband and five children, four daughters and a son, survive her. Peyton, David David Peyton Pueblo Star Journal October 17, 1904 Mangled By Train Colorado Springs, October 17. The body of an unknown man was found lying in the center of the Denver & Rio Grande track at Rosewell about 7 o'clock last evening. He was either struck or fell under the train. The opinion of those at the scene was he was a tramp. He was apparently about middle age and had a heavy dark mustache. The body was found by the yardmaster at Rosewell. Coroner Law is investigating. The only possible means of identifying the man is through a card which bore the name and address "David Peyton, St. John's, Kansas". But St. John's was crossed out and Rocky Ford substituted. Two fingers on his left hand were missing and had evidently been off for several years. Both legs were cut off and the body had been dragged about fifty feet northward. The body was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, Potters Field. Peyton, Martin Martin Peyton - Huerfano World - November 11, 1993 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1904: Martin Peyton, 59, was killed in the old Sweet mine south of town. Pezdirc, Johanna Johanna Pezdirc - Pueblo Chieftain - June 12, 1998 - Johanna Pezdirc, 83, of Pueblo, passed away June 8, 1998. She is survived by her children, Barbara Slenker, Laura (Donald) Swanson, Carlos (Dorna) Comstock, Elsie (Norman) Tufts, Frank (Karen) Comstock, Sandra Warren, Roy Comstock, Rick (Judy) Comstock, Patricia (Ken) Hale- a very special nephew, John Grande- 36 grandchildren- 45 great-grandchildren- and one great-great-grandchild. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Public visitation from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 9 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 1998, Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pezitti, Angelo Angelo Pezitti - Daily Nevada State Journal, Reno, NV - January 24, 1907 - Primero, Colorado - Colorado Fuel & Iron Co. Coal Mine Explosion, January 23, 1907 - Twenty lives go out in a mine explosion over in Colorado - Trinidad, Colo., Jan 23 - Twenty miners, according to the authentic information available his evening, lost their lives as a result of an explosion which occurred at three o'clock this morning in the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Coal mine near Primero, twenty miles west of this city. Twenty coffins have been ordered by the company from a local undertaking establishment. Two of the dead are Frank Hobat, miner, and R. J. Lumbey, fire boss. The names of the other men killed have not been learned, as the shift boss, who had charge of the men who went into the mine last night, is missing. All the men except Lumley were foreigners, most of them being Italians. The explosion stopped the air fan, which was not repaired until late today, and there is little chance that any of the men in the mine at the time of the explosion are still alive. District Superintendent Robert O'Neil is personally directing the work of rescue. Volunteers from adjacent mines are assisting. Rescuers have been divided into two hour shifts and work will be kept up continuously until the entire mine is explored. During the entire day excitement ran high and relatives of the entombed miners stood waiting at the entrance to the mine for a sight of any of the victims that might be brought to the surface. The damage to the mine cannot be learned tonight. An attempt is being made to force air into the mine in the hope that some of the entombed men may be alive, and thus prevent their suffocating. Late advices are that the mine is badly wrecked. The rescue party has penetrated three hundred feet and recovered four bodies, the names not being given. Reno Evening Gazette, Reno, NV- Jan 24, 1907 - Trinidad, Colo., January 24, 1907 - Heroically at work the rescuing party has so far succeeded in recovering but four bodies from the Primero Mine where the explosion occurred yesterday morning. Following is a list of dead whose bodies have been recovered: Angelo Pezitti, Fortunato Gracamato, Enrico Stiffli, C. Casagranada. The missing supposed to be dead in the mine are: J. Reece Lumley, mine boss; Madisto Formali, Louie and Joseph Sipas, John Tokar, John Toth, John Toth Jr., M. Omadono, Angelo Maddelena, Robert and John Fatur and Julius Randolph. Pezze, Laura Laura Pezze - Huerfano World - July 7, 1994 - Laura "Lena" Pezze, 94, of La Veta, died Friday, July 1, 1994 in Walsenburg Care Center where she had been a resident for about seven years. Born in Tione, Italy Apr. 27, 1900, when she was about four her family came to the United States where her father worked in the coal mines, later moving to a ranch on Bear Creek. She married a coal miner, Joseph Pezze Aug. 11, 1923 in St. Mary Church in Walsenburg. They lived in Joliet, IL, for about 20 years then moved to La Veta until retiring. Mr. Pezze died in 1990. Mrs. Pezze, known to everyone as "Lena" was a member of Christ the King Church in La Veta and had been a member of St. Anne's Guild. Survivors include a son, Richard, La Veta; a daughter, Lillie Pezze, Los Angeles, CA; one grandson, a sister, Antonette Baione, Walsenburg. Funeral mass was Tuesday from Christ the King Church. Burial was in La Veta Cemetery. Pfaffenhauser, Arnold Arthur Arnold Arthur Pfaffenhauser - Daily Okeechobee News November 24, 2005 Okeechobee, Florida - Retired U.S. Army Master Sgt. Arnold Arthur Pfaffenhauser, 84. Retired U.S. Army Master Sgt. Arnold Arthur Pfaffenhauser of Lewes died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005, in the home he shared with his daughter. He was 84. Mr. Pfaffenhauser was born March 13, 1921, in Walsenburg, Colo., son of the late Michael and Katherine Pfaffenhauser. He had a career of more than 20 years in the U.S. Army, retiring in 1963. He had served in the 11th Airborne Division. Following his military service, he had worked as a supply supervisor for Firestone in Hopewell, Va., retiring in 1981. Mr. Pfaffenhauser was a Mason with the Powhatan Lodge 124, Petersburg, Va., a member of the Shriners in Richmond, Va., a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a member of the 507th Parachute Infantry Association. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, to whom he was devoted, Elli Elizabeth (Klaas) Pfaffenhauser, in 1995. He is survived by a daughter and a son-in-law, Ada Lene and Chester A. Smith Jr. of Lewes; a son and a daughter-in-law, William A. and Deborah Jeanette Pfaffenhauser of Milford; five grandchildren; two brothers, Ernie Pfaffenhauser and Leo Hauser, both of Colorado; and a sister, Eloise Mossman of Colorado. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday in Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes. Graveside services with military honors will be 11 a.m. Jan. 17, 2006, in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 163, Salisbury, MD 21803-0163. Pfaffenhauser, Carl Arnold Carl Arnold Pfaffenhauser - Huerfano World - January 18, 2001 - Carl Arnold Pfaffenhauser, 60, of Yellowstone, died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2001. Mr. Pfaffenhauser was born Aug. 9, 1940 in Walsenburg to Michael Norman and Sylvia Andreatta Pfaffenhauser. Mr. Pfaffenhauser, noted as one of the top blade hands in Huerfano County, worked for Walsenburg Sand and Gravel until retiring to take care of his mother. Mr. Pfaffenhauser is survived by his daughters, Leanne and Penny; his mother, Sylvia Pfaffenhauser; brothers, Robert Pfaffenhauser, Yellowstone, and Raymond (Lennie) Pfaffenhauser, Walsenburg; a sister, Shirleen (Martin) Locke, Florence, numerous nephews and nieces. Memorial service, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19 at Boies-Ortega Memorial Chapel. Cremation, Almont Crematory, Pueblo. Pfaffenhauser, Noalei Fawn Noalei Fawn Pfaffenhauser - Huerfano World June 27, 1963 - Pfaffenhauser Baby Dies in New Mexico - Noalei Fawn Pfaffenhauser, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Pfaffenhauser of the Yellowstone community died early last Saturday morning in a Raton, N.M. hospital. Born in Raton last Thursday, the infant leaves, not only her parents, but also a sister, Lee Ann Pfaffenhauser, her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Scholes, La Veta, her paternal grandmother, Mrs. Sylvia Pfaffenhauser, Walsenburg, and a great-grandmother, Mrs. Rosina Andreatta, Walsenburg. Graveside services were held Monday morning at the old St. Mary cemetery where the infant was buried. The Furphy Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Pfaffenhauser, Sylvia Sylvia Pfaffenhauser - Huerfano World - August 9, 2007 - Sylvia Pfaffenhauser, 94, of Walsenburg, died July 21, 2007. She is survived by her children, Raymond (Lennie) Pfaffenhauser, Shirleen Locke, Robert Pfaffenhauser; brother Erminio Andreatta, ten grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Norman; a son, Carl, two grandchildren, two brothers and two sisters. Memorial service 2 p.m., Saturday, August 11, 2007, at the Boies-Ortega Memorial Chapel, Walsenburg. Pfalmer, Edmond F. Sr. Edmond F. Pfalmer Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - August 12, 1986 - Edmond F. Pfalmer Sr., 85, Trinidad, died Aug. 10, 1986. Survived by wife of 62 years, Lavinia; children, Edmond F. Jr. "Sonny" (Shirley), Trinidad, Jeanne (S.S.) Davis, Foster City, Calif., and Jackie (Garry) Johnson, Pueblo; 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Trinidad, with Father Fisher officiating. Interment, Masonic Cemetery, Trinidad, with the Rev. James Richie, First Christian Church, officiating. Memorials may be made to the Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. Pfannenschmid, Frederick B. Frederick B. Pfannenschmid - Pueblo Chieftain - December 01, 2002 - Frederick B. Pfannenschmid, 85, born Jan. 26, 1917, in Leadville, Colo., passed away Nov. 27, 2002. Survived by son, Harold F. (Nancy) Pfannenschmid of Pueblo; and daughter, Vonna L. (Marc) Yoder of Hesston, Kan.; four grandchildren, Roger F. (Lorie) Pfannenschmid, Julie A. Peterson, Melinda K. (Pat) Vigil of Pueblo, and Stephanie K. Yoder of Cedar Falls, Iowa; three step-grandchildren, Marvin (Linda) Miller, Derby, Conn., Annette (Allen) Corder and Crecia (Rob) Miller, both of Pueblo; eight great-grandchildren, seven great-step-grandchildren and four great great-step-grandchildren and very special friends, Howard and Dottie Ann Lundblade. Preceded in death by his parents, Fred G. and Mamie I.; and stepmother, Mary L. Pfannenschmid; by his wife of 52 years, Helen J. (Muench) Pfannenschmid; brother, Robert C. Pfannenschmid, close friend, Sally Moore; one step-granddaughter, Pamela Jo Miller and two infant great-grandsons. Freddie was a graduate of Central High School and attended the University of Colorado, graduating in 1939 with a degree in mechanical engineering and was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. He built the Bib n' Tucker Drive-In near Pueblo City Park in 1942, worked in the wire mill at CF&I during World War II, then reopened "The Bib," retiring in 1968. He was also a part-time radio engineer for KCSJ in the 1960's. Freddie was a member of BPOE No. 90, a Boy Scout troop leader, former amateur radio operator K―DZI, and volunteer teacher's assistant in elementary schools (math). Known to his family, many friends, and neighbors as humorous, helpful and handy; he was always one to give good guidance and advice. Many Puebloans spent hours of their teen lives at the Bib n' Tucker, enjoying cokes and cheeseburgers under the watchful eye of "Freddie." Viewing, Saturday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. and Monday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the funeral home. A memorial of remembrance will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Imperial Memorial Gardens reception Hall. Private family interment. Memorials can be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, American Cancer Society or The Pueblo Symphony in care of the funeral home office. Pfannenschmid, Nancy L. Nancy L. Pfannenschmid - Pueblo Chieftain - September 16, 2003 - Nancy L. Pfannenschmid went to be with our Heavenly Father on Sept. 12, 2003. Nancy was born Sept. 27, 1937, near Granada, Miss., to Leon Stone and Hazel Basemore Stone. She was employed as a bartender at the Silver Saddle Saloon for many years and was a member of the Steel City Eagles No. 3367 and the Sweet Adelines. She was preceded in death by her mother; daughter, Pamela Jo; two nephews; and her in-laws, Fred "Papa" Pfannenschmid and Helen Pfannenschmid. Her survivors include her husband, H. Fred of the family home; children, Marvin (Linda) Miller, Annette (Alan) Courder, Crecia (Robert Pike) Miller, Roger (Lori) Pfannenschmid, Julie Peterson and Melinda (Pat) Vigil; her father, Leon Stone; brother, Michael Stone; sisters, JoAnn (Jim) Colian, Barbara (Lester Hill) Forbes, Sandra (Harry) Minster, Debbie (Steve) Brasselero and Cynthia Stone; 18 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Nancy always thought of others before herself and was loved by everyone who knew her. She will lie in state from 2 to 8 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, at the mortuary. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2003, in the Calvary Church, 5 Tulane. Entombment will follow in the Imperial Cemetery. Pfeifer, Edward A. Edward A. Pfeifer - Pueblo Chieftain - February 18, 2003 - Edward A. Pfeifer, 78, passed away Feb. 16, 2003. Survived by his children, David (Sarah) Pfeifer, Pueblo, Barbara (Cecil) Rhodes, Wetumpka, Ala., and Joyce Jones, Pueblo; sister, Henrietta (Howard) Lunger, Pueblo; grandchildren, Elizabeth Hall, Lynn (Michelle) Rhodes, Robin (Patrick) Carroll, Edward Pfeifer, Brenda (Ed) Robins, Joy (Robert) Mahoney and Carroll Pfeifer; six great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Pfeifer, on March 13, 1995. Edward was born April 7, 1924, in Ellis, Kan., and served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a truck driver and a member of the Teamsters Union. Also a member of Christ the King Church. He will lie in state at the funeral home, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Wednesday. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, with both services at Christ the King Church, 1708 Horseshoe. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pfeifer, Evelyn B. Evelyn B. Pfeifer - Pueblo Chieftain - November 15, 1987 - Evelyn B. Pfeifer, 57, passed away Nov. 12, 1987, in Canon City. Sister of Edward (Joyce) Pfeifer, Irene (Clyde) Tompkins, Emelina Peevery, Sally (Cecil) Harris and Henrietta (Howard) Lunder. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pfeiff, Daisy Daisy Pfeiff - Pueblo Chieftain - April 07, 2002 - Age 78, longtime Fowler resident, died Wednesday, April 3, 2002, at Parkview hospital in Pueblo. She was born on Aug. 26, 1923, in Lamar, Colo., the daughter of Charles and Edna Stroud Conley. She graduated from Fowler High School with the Class of 1944 and was married to Lester H. Pfeiff on Oct. 2, 1944, at Raton, N.M. He preceded her in death on March 24, 1996. She was also preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, William "Bud" Conley, Chris Conley, Fred Conley and James Conley. She was a member of the Faith Baptist Church in Fowler where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 8, 2002. The Rev. Ron McLucas will officiate at the services and burial will be in the Fowler Cemetery. She is survived by a daughter, Leslyn, and her husband, Donald Perko of Pueblo. Also survived by several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. Arrangements by Griffy Family Funeral Home, Fowler. Pfleeger, Carolyn Carolyn (Petros) Pfleeger - Pueblo Chieftain - November 27, 2003 - Carolyn (Petros) Pfleeger, 92, passed away Nov. 24, 2003. Survived by her sister, Josephine (Joe) Majestic; brother, Raymond L. (Faye) Petros; sister-in-law, Annabelle L. Petros, all of Pueblo; eight nieces and nephews; 11 great nieces and nephews; and five great-great-nieces and -nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Fred H. Pfleeger; parents; stepmother; brothers, Andrew Petros, Jr. and Gus C. Petros; sisters, Rose B. Gornick and Mary Petros; and nephew, Eugene A. Gornick. Born to Andrew and Marija Petros, Nov. 27, 1910, in Pueblo. Carolyn was also the stepdaughter of Anna Petros. Carolyn was a bookkeeper for Petros Motor Sales, and with her husband, owned and operated Western Auto in Pueblo. Viewing will be from noon to 5 p.m. today and from 9 to 11 a.m. on Friday. Funeral Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, 2003, at Shrine of St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Goodnight Ave., Pueblo, with the Rev. Father Liam Courtney as celebrant. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shrine of St. Therese Memorial Fund through the funeral home. Pfost, Erastus Erastus Pfost - Pueblo Chieftain - June 22, 1952 - Erastus Pfost passed away at the family home, 2518 Elizabeth, Friday. Survived by wife, Mrs. Rhea M. Pfost; daughter, Mrs. William G. Hubersberger, and three grandchildren. Mr. Pfost had been in the shoe repair business in Pueblo since 1922. Member of Moose Lodge No. 19, Knights of Pythias and the First Methodist church. Services will be held in the Chapel of the Rouch Funeral Home Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. Phelps, Amanda Jo Amanda Jo Phelps - Pueblo Chieftain - June 01, 2000 - Amanda Jo Phelps, 21, born Aug. 10, 1978, went to be with the Lord on May 29, 2000, with her special friend, Dan Fields. Preceded in death by grandparents, Robert and Rosalie Phelps, and best friend, Bobbi Jo Barela. Survived by her daughter, Tayler Rose; mother, Rebecca A. Powers; father, Gary Joe Phelps; brother, Randy John Phelps; grandparents, John and Winona Powers; aunts and uncles, Leesa (Kerry) Meier, Clifford Powers, Bobbi (Mike) Sutton and Karen (Paul) Block; cousins, Kindra, Makale, Kayla and Holly; along with numerous loving great-aunts and uncles and good friends. She will be sadly missed by aunt Patricia Powers-Ruybal. Amanda was employed at Peerless Tyre Company. She loved all living things. A special love of elephants led her to dreams of becoming a veterinarian. She could not let any injured or sick animal go without helping them. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Lake Avenue Baptist Church, 1345 Lake Ave. The family will receive friends at the church immediately following the service. Cremation, Imperial Crematory. Private family inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tayler Rose Phelps-Lenz Educational Fund in memory of Amanda through US Bank. Phelps, Barnett W. Barnett W. Phelps - Pueblo Chieftain - January 9, 1937 - Barnett W. Phelps, services Rouch chapel Saturday, 2 p.m. Burial Mountain View cemetery. Phelps, Betty J. Betty J. Phelps - Pueblo Chieftain - August 27, 1999 - Betty J. Phelps, 77, died Aug. 25, 1999, in Minneapolis, Minn., after having fought cancer since 1982. Born on July 12, 1922, in Pueblo, she graduated from Centennial High School in 1940. For 28 months she served in the U.S. Marine Corp Women's Reserve. After her discharge, she attended the University of Colorado, where she received B.A. and M.A. degrees. From 1956 to 1968 she taught at Pueblo College. For further graduate studies, Betty did work at the University of Manchester, Manchester, England, and the University of Minnesota. While at Minnesota, she worked on a Ph.D. in American Studies and taught from 1968 to 1974. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority, Phi Alpha Theta Honorary History Fraternity and American Association of University Women. Since 1968 she has resided in Minnesota. She requested cremation without any service. Phelps, Bonnie M. Bonnie Maxine Phelps - Pueblo Chieftain - November 10, 2002 - Bonnie Maxine Phelps, 87. Bonnie, also known to friends as Maxine or "Max", born in Alfalfa Township, Okla., on June 8, 1915, passed from this life on Nov. 8, 2002, after an abrupt and courageous struggle with cancer. Bonnie was blessed with a loving family while growing up in Oklahoma. She graduated from Devol High School in 1935. Bonnie moved to Pueblo in 1937 to live with her aunt "Della" and made Pueblo her home. She worked from 1937 to 1955 at the Colorado State Hospital where she met Lawrence O. "Bud" Brooks. Bonnie and Lawrence were wed on Nov. 24, 1938, until his passing in August 1983. She was wed to Robert Phelps from Nov. 10, 1987 until his passing in 1994. At age 60, Bonnie began her college career, earning an art degree from Southern Colorado State College. An ever-caring and devoted mother, Bonnie was also active in St. Paul United Methodist Church Choir, Bell Choir, served on the board of Pueblo Art Guild, volunteered many hours and researched genealogy at the library and inspired many friends and family members with her teaching and love of art. She is predeceased by son, Lawrence O. "Larry" Brooks, Jr.; father and mother, Kelsie L. and Minnie E. Smith; sister, Marlene Imman; and brother, James W. "Bill" Smith. She is survived by sister-in-law, Peggy Smith of Oklahoma City, Okla.; brothers, Eldred L. "Bud" Smith (Essie) of Ryderwood, Wash., Lindale Smith (Dorothy Bradshaw) of Fairbanks, Alaska, and many nieces and nephews; children, Marilyn Kay Brooks Weitzel (Danny) of Greeley, Colo. and Donald Ray Brooks (Margie) of Pueblo, Colo.; grandchildren, Diane Michelle Creason (Stephen), Michael Scott Foreman, Stephen Paul Foreman (Brook), Lavon Brooks, Lawrence O. "Larry" Brooks III (Shannon), Lara Harriell Spradlin, Stephanie Maxine Brooks and Barbara Allen Brooks; great-grandchildren, Angela, Benjamin and Leslie Goldsmith, Sarah Foreman, Kaitlin Spradlin; and dear friend, Clifford C. Gill. Service, 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, 2002, at St. Paul United Methodist Church. Memorial gifts may be made to the Triangle Cross Ranch (home for developmentally disabled), P.O. Box 727, Galeton, CO 80622. Bonnie will be deeply missed and forever loved by all whose lives she touched. Phelps, Doris H. Doris "Dee" H. (Disbrow) Phelps - Pueblo Chieftain - March 07, 2006 - Doris "Dee" H. (Disbrow) Phelps, born May 19, 1923, passed away March 5, 2006. Daughter of Roy and Sylvia Disbrow, who preceded her in death; along with her sisters, Helen Bard and Lois DiIorio. Survived by her daughters, Shirley Melton and Sheila (Bruce) Wagner; sister, Shirley Doren; brother-in-law, Tony DiIorio; and cousin, Marjorie (Bruce) McDowell; also survived by her grandchildren, Billy (Paige) Melton, Jill (Ronnie) Patron, Michelle Cruz, Jeremy (Natalie) Melton, Shannon Williams, Kristen (Brian) Romero and Anginette Wagner; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Christopher, Ariana, Jordan, Nathan, Benjamin, Gabriella and Ryan; special nieces, Sandy Huffman and Julie Clark; and numerous other nieces and nephews. At Dee's request, there will be no formal service. The family may be reached at the Wagner home at 214 W. Abriendo, Pueblo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. A special thanks to all those who helped in caring for Dee. Phelps, E. E. E. E. Phelps - Basalt Journal - May 25, 1907 - E. E. Phelps, the Colorado Midland conductor who went insane while in charge of his train near Debeque two weeks ago, died as the result of his affliction. Phelps, Forrest F. Forrest F. "Coty" Phelps - Pueblo Chieftain - November 27, 1998 - Forrest F. "Coty" Phelps, 83, of Pueblo, passed away Nov. 22, 1998. Survived by his wife, Eunice, of 63 years- children, Gerry (Buck) Maloney, Joyce (Roger) McElvain, Larry (Linda) Phelps, Stanley (Leslyn) Phelps- sisters, Ione Shafer and Rosalie (Lee) Reiff- 14 grandchildren, Darla (Mark) Watson, Paula (Buzz) Williams, Jamie (Rocky) DeVencenty, Bret Bezona, Michelle (Mark) Morgan, Guy (Lori) Phelps, Tyrone Phelps, Larlin Wolman, Jodie Gorache, Lonnie (Kathy) Hughes, Donnie Hughes, Shan (Jackie) Phelps, Stacey Phelps, Shawn Phelps and 19 great-grandchildren. Coty farmed and ranched in Pinon, Colo., for 27 years, then moved to Wyoming where he owned and operated the Black Watch Ranch in Hawk Springs, Wyo., for three years. He then fulfilled a lifetime dream by owning the famous Pitchfork Ranch in King Hill, Idaho. Coty was renowned for raising and training quarter horses for 50 years. He was extremely proud of his cutting horse, Jellybean, and his successful racing horses, Leo Man and Snazzy Man. Coty was a God loving man who is leaving a legacy of honesty, patience, integrity and a flawless character for his family to emulate for years to follow. We thought he walked on water. He was a member of Northside Christian Church and Turkey Creek Soil Conservation. , 10 a.m. Saturday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food and flowers, please make contributions to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Phelps, Iva L. Iva L. Phelps - Pueblo Chieftain - March 11, 1986 - Mrs. Iva L. Phelps passed away at a local nursing home March 9, 1986. Mother of Mrs. Evelyn Newton, Pueblo, Mrs. Rosalie Reiff, La Crescenta, Calif., Mrs. Ione Schafer, Mesa, Ariz., and Forrest Phelps, Pueblo West; grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of eight. Predeceased by her husband, George Edward Phelps, in 1962. Member of Calvary Baptist Church, Canon City. She was born on May 3, 1894, in Julesburg, Colo., and had been a longtime Canon City resident. Service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Rouch Chapel with Robert Russell officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeside Cemetery, Canon City. Phelps, James C. Jr. James C. Phelps Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - April 26, 2006 - James C. Phelps Jr., 78, born Sept. 2, 1927, passed away April 24, 2006. Preceded in death by his wife, Yuki; and daughter, Barbara Colarelli. Survived by his children, Doug (Denise) Phelps, Allison Phelps and Susan Phelps; sister, Betty Roller; and brothers, Charles, Russell and Neal Phelps; also survived by eight grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. James retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. He was a member of Park Hill Baptist Church and was a Pueblo Engineers secretary. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in care of the funeral home office. Phelps, Mary Claudine Mary Claudine " Butch" Phelps Pueblo Chieftain August 6, 2006 -Mary Claudine "Butch" Phelps passed away Aug. 3, 2006, in Pueblo. Mary was born Jan. 13, 1929, in Goodland, Kan., and had lived in Pueblo since 1945. She was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1947. Mrs. Phelps was preceded in death by her parents, Sherman and Bertha Ralls Brassfield; and a brother, Bill Brassfield. She is survived by her husband, James N. Phelps; children, Mary Joyce Esely and Ray (Marsha) Phelps, all of Pueblo; a brother, Charles Pulver of Pueblo; two sisters, Mary Griffith of Pueblo and Donna Robinson of Alabama; as well as six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. The family will receive friends for an informal gathering in Butch's honor from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday in the family home. Phifer, Charlene Charlene McClain Phifer - Huerfano World - February 8, 1990 - Charlene McClain Phifer, a former resident of Walsenburg, died Tuesday, Feb. 6, 1990, in Arvada. Memorial services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at Morgan Mortuary, 6370 Union Street, Arvada. She is survived by a daughter, Cathy Neiman and two grandchildren. Memorials may be sent to Children's Hospital in Denver or Colorado Boys Ranch in La Junta. Mrs. Neiman's address is 13902 W. 67th Place, Arvada, 80004. Phifer, George F. Jr. George F. Phifer Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - July 03, 2002 - George F. Phifer Jr., 44, passed away June 30, 2002, in Pueblo, as a result of a motorcycle accident. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Services will be held in Yuma, Colo. Philburn, Thomas Thomas Philburn Durango Democrat September 24, 1902 Boiler Exploded Engineer and Fireman Killed on D. & R. G. Pueblo, Colo., Sept. 23 The locomotive of a freight train going north on the Denver and Rio Grande road exploded tonight near Monument. Engineer George M. Andrews of Denver and Fireman Thomas Philburn of Pueblo were killed. The cause of the explosion is not known. The shock was terrific and heard by all the people of Monument. The engine men were terribly mutilated. Philibosian, Aram E. Aram E. Philibosian - La Veta Signature - October 26, 1989 - Aram E. Philibosian of Navajo died last Thursday morning, October 19, of a heart attack. He had been in failing health for several weeks. Aram was well known in the music world of the front range from Denver to Pueblo as well as New York and California. He was a retired Opera singer, a choral director and a Baptist Minister. When he and his wife moved to the Navajo Ranches Resort two years ago, they became active members of Friends of The Arts Guild in La Veta and helped to organize the Huerfano County Arts Council as well as the new Cuchara Valley School of The Arts. His vision and enthusiasm fired fellow members with new energy. He will be deeply missed. He was Music Director of the pueblo Chorale Society until his health forced him to resign this past summer. Aram Philibosian was born October 25, 1919 in Detroit, Michigan. He attended the University of Arizona where he received Bachelor and Masters Degrees in Voice performance and Choral Conducting. He received the Master of Divinity Degree from Denver Seminary. He spent 3½ years in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Philippines, Okinawa and Japan as a Special Services Officer assigned to entertaining troops and organized and directed the 8th Division Chorus, which performed for U.S. troops and civilians on Honshu and Hokkaido. When he returned to the States, he pursued graduate studies in opera at Columbia University and worked with the Wagner Opera Company, where he met his future wife, Betty, a mezzo-contralto with Graduate and Masters Degrees from Eastman School of Music. They raised three daughters, all accomplished musicians. Aram chaired the Music Department at Rockmont College (now Colorado Christian College) for six years and organized and directed community chorus in Denver, Buffalo, NY, and Cody-Powell, WY. He is survived by his wife, Betty and daughters Wendy Ruumau of Vallejo, CA, Nicole Gentry of Interlochen, Michigan, Shelley Waite of Washington D.C. and six grandchildren. Memorial Services were held at Trinity Baptist Church in Denver on Sunday afternoon and at Prairie Avenue Baptist Church in Pueblo on Tuesday evening, where the Pueblo Chorale provided the music. Philibosian, Phillip M. Phillip M. Philibosian - Pueblo Chieftain - October 21, 1986 - Phillip M. Philibosian, late of the Philippines, died in Manila on Oct. 16, 1986. Interment in Cebu. He is survived by his wife, Estrella of Manila; daughter, Phylis Moore of Santa Cruz, Calif.; son, John Timothy of Denver; brother, Fred of Selma, Calif.; sister, Elizabeth Bush of Santa Cruz, Calif.; and brother, Aram of Beulah. Mr. Philibosian is also survived by grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of friends throughout the world. Memorial services were held in Manila and in Santa Cruz, Calif. Philippi, Frederick Frederick Philippi Fort Collins Weekly Courier October 18, 1905 Frederick Philippi, a brother of Alderman Chris Philippi, died a week ago today at Pueblo, after a very brief illness. The deceased was 63 years of age and was well-known in Fort Collins, having been employed in his brother's harness store for many years. He was a genial, whole-souled gentleman and had many friends in this city. Alderman Philippi went to Pueblo as soon as he heard of his brother's death to attend the funeral, which took place last Saturday. Phillips, Allan Henry Allan Henry Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - October 01, 1997 - Allan Henry Phillips, 53, passed away Sept. 29, 1997, at his home following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born July 17, 1944, in Big Fork, Mont. He served in the U.S. Army, worked as a clerk for Loaf-N-Jug, Northern and Acero store. Survived by his wife, Erma Valdez Phillips- daughter, Linda Phillips- grandson, Jacob Phillips- five brothers- seven sisters- other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Bertha (Mikel) Phillips- also one sister. Allan enjoyed fishing and working in his garden. He never knew a stranger, and was always willing to help others. He was very devoted to his only grandson, Jacob. Funeral Mass, 5 p.m. Friday, St. Patrick Catholic Church. Rev. Edward G. Pettit celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Cremation to follow the Mass. Phillips, Ann Ann Phillips - Huerfano World - January 6, 1994 - Ann Phillips, 82, of Walsenburg, died of an apparent heart attack Thursday, Dec. 23, 1993 in Huerfano Medical Center. Born Sept. 6, 1911, in Phillips, WI, to Frank and Helen Naroski, she came to Walsenburg at a young age and attended school here. She married Steve Phillips Jr., in 1933 in Raton, NM. For several years she worked in various stores in Walsenburg as a sales clerk. She was a member of Columbine Club, Catholic Daughters of America, Polish National Alliance and St. Mary Church. Survivors include her son, Donald, Arvada; a brother, Charles Naroski, Walsenburg, two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral mass was Dec. 27 from St. Mary, Church. Burial was in North St. Mary Cemetery. Phillips, Anna Marie Anna Marie Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - December 24, 1987 - Anna Marie Phillips, 502 Jefferson, Dec. 22, 1987. Service announcements later. Pueblo Chieftain - December 25, 1987 - Anna Marie Phillips of 502 Jefferson, Dec. 22, 1987. Wife of Joseph J. Phillips who passed away June 4, 1975. Mother of Edward (Christine) Phillips and Robert Phillips, both of Pueblo. Sister of John Klikus, Alice (Louis) Kopine, Joe Klikus and Frank (Ann) Klikus all of La Veta, Colo.; Katie (Frank) Sedey, Monrovia, Calif., and Mary Wilkowsky and Helen (Owen) Beach both of Denver. Survived also by her grandchildren, Mark, Anna Marie, Jamie and Ronald Phillips. Member of St. Mary Parish and SNPJ, Orel Lodge No. 21. Services, St. Mary Church: Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Sunday and Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Monday. Interment, Roselawn. The family will greet friends in the parish hall following the rosary and at 502 Jefferson following the cemetery committal. Phillips, Benjamin H. Benjamin H. Phillips Pueblo Indicator May 9, 1914 Benjamin H. Phillips, who was shot by strikers while defending a coal mine of the C. F. & I. Co. at Tabasco, died of his injuries at the Minnequa hospital May 1st. He was shot with a soft nose rifle ball through the right lung, and although the bullet was extricated, it had made a terrible wound and recovery was out of the question. Phillips was a contractor but was asked by the company to assist in guarding its property. He leaves a wife and two small children. Phillips, Brenda K. Brenda K. Phillips Pueblo Chieftain - February 4, 1990 - Brenda K. Phillips, 19. Services were held February 1, 1990, in Winters, Texas. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Phillips, Abilene, Texas; brother Brandon, Lubbock, Texas; paternal relatives include grandmother Mildred Phillips; uncle Jim (Edna) Phillips, Pueblo; aunt, Kathy (Lloyd) Fetty, Boone. Maternal survivors include grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Whittemore; aunt Linda (David) Stravia, Pueblo; and aunt, Bernadette (Rodney) Crews, Texas. Also survived by several cousins and great-aunts and uncles in Pueblo. Phillips, Calvin V. Calvin V. Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - September 11, 1999 - Calvin V. Phillips, 90, passed away Sept. 8, 1999. Survived by his wife, Margaret Phillips, of the family home; children, Patricia Miller, Pueblo, Michael Phillips, Pueblo, Susan (Anthony) Chavez, Broomfield, Judy (Tom) Lynch, Colorado Springs, John Phillips, Pueblo, Maggie (Ed) Liptak, Colorado Springs, Marie (Bryan) Roughton, Littleton and Brian (Cindi) Phillips, Pueblo; sister, Gladys Phillips, Pueblo; 20 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Born on April 5, 1909, in Fowler, Colo. Calvin worked for American Stores which later became Alpha Beta until his retirement. He loved horses, ranching and dairy farming. Recitation of the Rosary will be 7 p.m. Sunday and the funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Monday with both services at St. Joseph Church, 1145 Aspen, with Rev. Father Robert Carden as celebrant. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorials may be made to charity of donor's choice. Phillips, D. J. D. J. Phillips Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain March 22, 1877 Mr. D. J. Phillips, late of Lampasas, Texas, died at the residence of Mr. R. F. Bagby, in South Pueblo, a few days since. The deceased died of consumption, with which malady he was suffering when he came to Colorado. He was about thirty-five years of age. Phillips, Donald S. Donald S. Phillips - Denver Rocky Mountain News - July 02, 1999 - Donald S. Phillips, 64, of Arvada died June 26 in Wheat Ridge. Services were June 29, with burial at Arvada Cemetery. Mr. Phillips was born in Walsenburg on Sept.3, 1934. He married Helen J. Kakuk, 1962. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was an analyst for the state of Colorado. He was a member of the Arvada Elks No. 2278 and St. Anne's Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife; daughter Cheryl Ferrero of Wyoming; son Kenneth of Washington, D.C.; six grandchildren. Huerfano World - July 8, 1999 - Donald S. Phillips, 64, of Arvada, died June 26, 1999 in Lutheran Medical Center in Wheat Ridge. He was an analyst for the State of Colorado. Born Sept. 23, 1934 to the late Steve and Ann Phillips in Walsenburg, he married Helen J. Kakuk in Walsenburg on Sept. 1, 1962. Mr. Phillips served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of Arvada Elks No. 2278 and St. Anne Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Helen, Arvada; a daughter, Cheryl Ferrero, Riverton, WY; a son, Kenneth, Washington, DC; six grandchildren, and his uncle, Charles Naroski of Walsenburg. Memorial service was July 6 at St. Anne Catholic Church. There was cremation. Phillips, Edward Joseph Edward Joseph Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2003 - Edward Joseph Phillips, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Jan. 13, 2003. Preceded in death by his father and mother, Joseph and Anna. Survived by his children, Mark (Jennifer), Anna, Jamie and Ron (Jennifer) former wife, Christine; grandchildren, Kelton Griffith and Braden; brother, Robert (Marylou) and special friend, Pat Farris. He was a member of the Shrine of Saint Therese and enjoyed dancing and collecting stamps and books. Visitation, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003, Roselawn Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Phillips, H. Lucille H. Lucille Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - June 19, 2000 - H. Lucille Phillips died May 25, 2000, at her home in Englewood. She was mother of Marcia Swain, Grand Junction, and sister of E.A. Bloomquist Jr., Englewood. A gathering in remembrance of Mrs. Phillips, who was the widow of Glenn P. Phillips and whose son, Paul, also predeceased her, will be held at the Bloomquist family grave sites in Mountain View Cemetery, at the intersection of Beulah and Northern avenues, Pueblo, at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 24, 2000. A reunion luncheon for family and friends will follow at 1:30 p.m. Phillips, Helen Helen Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 2004 - Helen Phillips, 98, a retired school teacher and our beloved mother and grandmother, passed away Jan. 24, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. She was born Dec. 27, 1905, in Finney, Va. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Rodney Phillips; her parents, Aaron Samuel Johnson and Alta Celia Johnson; granddaughter, Debbie Merrill; and two sisters, Hazel Hieronymus and Pat Buster. Helen is survived by three children, Jean (Lloyd) Lohr of San Bernardino, Calif., Celia (Albert) Mitchell of Keezleton, Va., and Curt (Jo) Phillips of Pueblo; eight grandchildren, Karen (Larry) Bullen, Diana (Norb) Geiss, Helen Hubbard, Irene (Mike) Graham, Mary (Trey) Alexander, Russell (Susan) Mitchell, Wanda (Jerry) Adams and Wendy (Warren) Swarb; 14 great-grandchildren, Kristina (Charles) Anderson, Brian Bullen, Emily and Lisa Geiss, Ben Hubbard, Christopher and Patrick Graham, Shane Alexander, Kevin and David Mitchell, Christa and Nate Adams, and Cameron and Cragar Swarb. Also survived by two great-great-grandchildren, Joshua and Alyssabeth Anderson; and many loving relatives and friends. Helen, a devoted teacher, taught school for 28 years in Pueblo and two years in Somerset, Ky. She was an active member of First Baptist Church and a proud member of the Win One Sunday School Class for 74 years; she contributed in many ways as she faithfully served her Lord. She was an honored Girl Scouts leader. In her later years, she wrote her memoirs, quilted, volunteered for the St. Mary-Corwin Auxiliary and the Cooperative Care Center, was an active member of the Arkansas Valley Chapter of DAR, enjoyed her family, traveled and learned to use her computer e-mail to maintain contact with her many friends and relatives. Helen was the 2001 Silver Queen for the Colorado State Fair. Many thanks are extended to the fine caregivers at the Life Care Center of Pueblo who lovingly cared for her the past four years. A celebration of her life will be held at the First Baptist Church in Pueblo, at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, 2004, with the Rev. Wayne Dvirnak officiating. A luncheon will be held at the church immediately following the celebration and everyone is invited and urged to attend. A private interment will be held at Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family requests the omission of flowers and food. Those who desire may contribute memorials in her memory to the Cooperative Care Center, 325 W. 10th Street, Pueblo, CO, 81003, directly, or to the church or funeral home. Phillips, Kathryn Louise Kathryn (Kathy) Louise Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - April 16, 2006 - Kathryn (Kathy) Louise Phillips formerly known as Kathryn L. Conklin passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2006 at the age of 62 from complications associated with Frontal-Temporal Lobe Disease. Kathy was born on January 13, 1944 in Danville, Ill. to Dr. William A. Miller and Jean B. (Almy) Miller. She graduated from Manhattan High School in Manhattan, Kan. and attended Kansas State University, majoring in Art. Kathy married Everett E. Conklin Jr., in 1967 and they later moved to Pueblo, Colo. They divorced and she married Ted L. Phillips in 1997 in Reno, Nev. Kathy is survived by her husband, Ted L. Phillips, of Colorado City, Colo.; her mother, Jean B. Miller of Boulder, Colo.; her sister, Rae (Irene) Miller of Bernalillo, N.M.; her sons Karl W. Conklin and his wife, Ilka of Bailey, Colo. and Matthew W. Conklin and his girlfriend Elisha of Pueblo, Colo.; her nephew, David M. Miller of Denver, Colo.; her stepchildren Ted L. Phillips Jr. and his wife Janie and their daughter Bridget of Pueblo, Colo. and Tona Tancrede and her husband Michael and their sons Tyler and Taylor of Denver, Colo. Kathy was preceded in death by her brother, Bruce A. Miller. Kathy was a dedicated Office Manager at Lady Fair Industries for 20 years. She loved art, traveling, hiking, fishing, music, animals and gardening. Our special thanks go out to the staff of North Star Community Care Center in Denver, Colo., Terencia Beauvais-Nikl (nurse advocate) and Terri Sherwood for all their hard work and dedication. No services are planned at this time. Phillips, Patricia Ann Patricia Ann Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2000 - Patricia Ann Phillips, 72, of La Veta, Colo., passed away Jan. 14, 2000. Born Oct. 24, 1927, in Wabash, Ind. Viewing took place in Walsenburg on Jan. 15. Mrs. Phillips will be returned to Bullard, Texas, for final resting place next to her husband for graveside services. Huerfano World - January 20, 2000 - Patricia Ann Phillips, 72, of La Veta, died Jan. 14, 2000. Born Oct. 24, 1927 in Wabash, IN, her body was taken to Bullard, TX, for burial next to her late husband, Alvin Wesley Phillips. She was a member of Assembly of God Church, Walsenburg. Survivors include her sons, John T. Siegfried and Kris Siegfried, both of Wabash and David Phillips. Houston, TX; three daughters, Beth Alexander, Gardner, Alison Phillips and Lori Phillips, both of Houston; a brother, Tom Miller, Indianapolis, IN; two sisters, Mary Alice Wilson, Seal Beach, C A, and Betty Shellhammer, Wabash; seven grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. Phillips, Pearl E. Pearl E. Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - November 03, 1997 - Pearl E. Phillips, 100, died Oct. 31, 1997, at her home in Las Animas. Service, 10 a.m. Tuesday at the First United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Las Animas Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Boys Ranch, La Junta, Colo. Phillips, Raymond H. Raymond H. Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - November 05, 1997 - Raymond H. Phillips, 92, of Pueblo, formerly of Fowler, died Nov. 3, 1997. Mr. Phillips was born June 14, 1905, in Pueblo, the son of Walter and Rosalee Walters Phillips. He was a baker by profession. He is survived by his wife, Carrie Frances Phillips of Pueblo- one son, Gerald W. Jerry" (Mayme) Phillips of Fowler- daughter-in-law, Joyce Wilkes of Colorado Springs- six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Services, 10 a.m. Saturday at Park Hill Baptist Church in Pueblo with burial to follow in Fowler Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mildred, in 1982- by a son, Reginald, in 1976- and by his parents and a brother, Melvin Phillips, in 1976. Phillips, Rodney W Rodney W. Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - February 6, 1987 - Rodney W. Phillips, 34, of Littleton, died at Presbyterian Denver Hospital, Denver, after lengthy illness with cancer. He was office manager for Split Rail Fence Co., Littleton, and a member of Ecumenical Church of Pueblo West. Father of Jeremy Adam Phillips, Littleton; son of Jack and Geraldine Phillips, Pueblo West; brother of Vicki Shores, Castle Rock, and Patrick Phillips, Fort Lupton; uncle of Michelle Brezny Curtis, Aurora, and Shannon Brezny, Castle Rock; nephew of Barbara Mathis, Palm Desert, Calif., and Roberta MeGehee, Oakdale, Calif. Memorial service, 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, Ecumenical Church of Pueblo West. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and Sunday at Olinger Mortuary, 2775 S. Broadway, Englewood. Burial at Reedley Cemetery, Reedley, Calif. Contributions to Sunshine Kids, 2902 Ferndale Place, Houston, Texas 77098. Family may be contacted in Littleton at 973-9528. Phillips, S. A. S. A. Phillips Pueblo Indicator November 3, 1928 S. A. Phillips, prominent colored man, died the 22nd. He was an old-timer of Bessemer and a mason by trade. Phillips, Steve Jr. Steve Phillips Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - September 21, 1987 - Steve Phillips Jr., 83, died Sept. 20, 1987, at Huerfano County Hospital after a lengthy illness Survivors include wife, Ann Phillips, Walsenburg; son Donald (Helen Jean) Phillips, Arvada; two grandchildren, two sisters, sister-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Wednesday. Both services at St. Mary Church. Interment, North St. Mary Cemetery. Huerfano World - September 21, 1989 - In Memoriam - In Loving Memory of Steve Phillips who died Sept. 20, two years ago. - Verse - Sadly missed by wife Ann and family. Phillips, Tiffany N. Tiffany N. Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - September 11, 2003 - Tiffany N. Phillips passed away unexpectedly Sept. 6, 2003. Services will be held in Whitefish Bay, Wis. Phillips, Waunetta Waunetta Phillips - Pueblo Chieftain - May 26, 2003 - Waunetta Phillips passed May 23, 2003, just eight days prior to her 77th birthday. Survived by her children, Cheryl (Ronald) Pierson of Albany, N.Y., Larry Phillips of Houston, Texas, and Randy Phillips of Auburn, Calif.; siblings, Wanda (John) Potter and Bud (Ledema) Renfrow; sister-in-law, Jean Renfrow, all of Pueblo; grandchildren, Megan Pierson, Amy Phillips, Stephen Phillips, and Zack Phillips; and great-grandchild, Colby Pierson. Preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Warren Phillips, on Oct. 16, 1992; and brother, Kenneth Renfrow. Waunetta was born to Bamos and Ruby Renfrow on May 31, 1926, in Canon City, Colo. When she was 6, she moved with her family to Pueblo and was a graduate of Central High School. Waunetta worked at various office jobs until she became a full-time mother. She went back to work in 1980 with her husband at their family-owned business, Southern Colorado Acceptance Corp., which they operated together until his death. Waunetta was a member of St. Paul Methodist Church, PEO Chapter AU, and Pueblo Chapter No. 7, O.E.S. She will lie in state at the funeral home Tuesday from 2:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. with the family present from 5 until 7 p.m. Memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2003, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Phillpott, Mildred A. Mildred A. Phillpott - Pueblo Chieftain - April 20, 2000 - Mildred A. Phillpott, born Aug. 27, 1919, Pueblo, passed away April 15, 2000. She is preceded in death by parents, Michael Roskey, 1970, and Anna Roskey, 1973; and husband, Coulton Phillpott, 1976. Survived by nephews, Michael "Skeeter" Roskey, John (Sue) Roskey and Dana Roskey; great-nephew, Jeffrey Michael Roskey; great-niece, Kimberly Sue Roskey. Also survived by numerous cousins, Robert (Edna) Roskey, Raymond Roskey, Sarah (Larry) Wilkerson, Margaret Rost, Gerald (Betty) Finley, Lucille (Joe) Fasula, Frances (Ken) Cunnington, John (Esther) Roskey; special friends, John Sly and Irene Croshal. Mildred retired from the Pueblo Army Depot after 34 years as the secretary of management. She was a lifetime member of Christ the King Church and the Altar Society, member of the Grey Lady Society, Retired Depot Women's Club, Eagles Auxiliary, Pueblo Newcomers and Beta Sigma Phi. Mildred will be remembered for her giving heart, true friendship and sense of humor. Visitation, 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 21, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Recitation of the Rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday, April 23, Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass, 1 p.m. Monday, Christ the King Church. Interment to follow, Roselawn Cemetery. Phippenny, Alvin Alvin Phippenny - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - July 3, 1879 - Murder Most Foul - A Policeman Shot While in the Discharge of His Duty - A Ranchman Fatally Wounded - Another Terrible Temperance Lecture - During the past two or three days a number of cattlemen from the round up, which as reached this neighborhood, have been in the city enjoying themselves. On Saturday and Sunday the boys indulged in a good deal of harmless hilarity somewhat noisy but not one was injured in any way. Yesterday morning a number of them collected in the Arkansas Hall saloon, on Santa Fe Avenue, and the party was joined by John Baxter, a farmer, who lives on Mrs. Steele's ranch about nine or ten miles up the Fontaine. The party were all somewhat under the influence of liquor, and Baxter became quarrelsome. Some of the cow men knew that Baxter was a dangerous man when under the influence of liquor, and cautioned their comrades about him, fearing that trouble would come. No attention was paid to the warning, and about noon the party became exceedingly noisy. About half past twelve Policeman Alvin Phippenny went into the saloon and attempted, as we are informed to arrest some of the parties. He clinched with Baxter, and one shot was fired inside the saloon. The men came out into the street where four shots were fired. They again rolled into the saloon, when another shot was heard. The policeman fell in front of the bar, a ball having entered his back under the shoulder blade and passing through his body, lodged directly under the nipple. Baxter was shot directly through the stomach. Phippenny died in about fifteen minutes after the shooting. What Phippenny Said - Drs. Cortright and Owen were called in immediately; but nothing could be done to save the wounded man's life. He asked Dr. Owen if he was going to die, and being answered in the affirmative, said: "Well, good bye, I did my duty as well as I could." An answer to an inquiry as to who did the shooting, he replied that Baxter and another man both shot him. Policeman Bilby then came to him, and the dying man told him that he had received his death wound in the discharge of his duty. He asked to be allowed to get all the fresh air possible, and died calmly and perfectly conscious until the last. Policeman Phippenny has been a resident of Pueblo for the past two or three years. He came here from Nebraska, was about thirty-two or three years of age, and was a widower with three or four small children dependent upon him. He was a brave and faithful officer and died as he said, in the discharge of his duty. John Baxter, the wounded man came to this section of country about a year ago from the Cherokee nation. He is about thirty-three or thirty-four years of age and is considered when under the influence of liquor a dangerous man. In addition to the wound in his stomach he has a severe scalp wound from a blow from the officer's pistol. After he was wounded he walked across the street to Mr. Corder's drug store, supported by two of his friends. Dr. Thombs dressed the wound, but it is his opinion that it will prove fatal. Baxter was removed to the Bartels building, now occupied as part of the Lindell Hotel, and is receiving all possible attention. He was not at all communicative but expressed a wish that his girl might be present to see him die. The Arrests - On complaint being made before Justice Hart warrants were issued for the arrest of James Moore, Daniel Shaffler, John Baxter and David Hall, Shaffler and Hall were immediately arrested, Baxter is Mortally wounded and Moore cannot be found. He came to the drug store with Baxter but went away immediately afterwards. Shaffler and Hall are in the county jail. The Inquest - Dr. Thombs, the coroner, summoned a jury and proceeded to hold an inquest upon the body of Policeman Phippenny. The inquest continued until 5 o'clock when it was adjourned in order to allow the taking of the ante-mortem statement of John Baxter. We suppress for the present the evidence given before the coroner's jury. The Funeral - The funeral of the murdered man will take place from the city council chamber this (Tuesday) afternoon at four o'clock. The funeral will be attended by the city council, fire department and numerous other citizens. Mr. Phippenny, we are informed, was to have been married on the evening of the day upon which he was killed. We are informed that the ball removed from the dead officer's body is too small to fit Baxter's pistol. It is claimed too that three men were engaged in the attack upon the murdered man all of whom can be readily recognized. The reward of $500 offered by the city council for the arrest, and the conviction of the murdered will, no doubt, secure the capture of the guilty parties. As far as we can learn no effort as yet has been made by the officers to capture the missing man. Baxter the wounded man is still alive but shot through the stomach and suffering terribly. He cannot survive much longer. An attempt was made to take his ante-mortem statement yesterday afternoon but it was unsuccessful. The inquest upon Officer Phippenny's remains will be continued at ten o'clock this morning. The Murdered Policeman - Testimony at the Coroner's Inquest - Dr. P. R. Thombs, the coroner summoned the following gentlemen on Monday afternoon to act as a coroner's jury to examine into the cause of the death of Policeman Alvin Phippenny, who was shot at Arkansas Hall: Messrs. Edward Zimmer, Isaac Freund, Otto Winneka, John Pritchard, E. J. Castle, and Julius Berry. The inquest was held at the saloon where the murder took place. The following is a synopsis of the important part of the testimony before the jury. James Rupe, sworn. Lives on Turkey Creek. Was in Pueblo on June 30th at John Schwer's saloon. Saw Baxter have his pistol out. Heard fussing and looked around and saw Baxter and Phippenny disputing. Heard Baxter say, "Here is one of those fellows that wears a star now, and I have got a six shooter." The policeman said, "I want it." Moore was in the saloon just previous to this. Baxter's pistol was the same size as Moore's. I think about eight inches. Did not see Moore. Heard five shots fired. Phippenny and Baxter both seemed to shoot at each other. Did not see a man with leather breeches firing a shot. Heard a shot inside and a man yell. Had just gone into the saloon when the policeman came in. D. C. Hall, sworn. Lives on Turkey Creek. Saw Moore in Schwer's saloon about noon. He had a pistol but I did not see it. Baxter was in the saloon. He had a large pistol about forty-five caliber. The shooting took place about noon. Moore and Baxter were armed, I think. The first shot was fired outside of Schwer's saloon. I was in the saloon. I heard Baxter say he would not give up his pistol. Heard the shooting outside. Moore was under the influence of whisky a little. Baxter came outside and asked the policeman if he wanted his pistol. Moore's pistol is not as large as Baxter's. I don't know just how much difference. Moore stayed inside the saloon. I went in and saw three or four men taking Baxter's pistol away. Moore helped Baxter over to the drug store. Four shots I think were fired. Daniel Shaffner, sworn. I came into town about ten o'clock on the morning of the 30th. I was in town on the Sunday evening previous. Was present when the policeman took the pistols away from some, I was one. Told Baxter and Moore the police had taken the pistols away. They said the police had no right to do so. Baxter and Moore came in the next morning. Saw Moore have a pistol. It was a small pistol with a small sized scabbard, not very long. Should say Moore's pistol was not a 44 caliber. Think Baxter's was a 44 caliber. Baxter and Moore were feeling their liquor a little. Heard Baxter say he would not give up his pistol. Heard four shots fired. Left Moore in the saloon and went out of the back door and walked around to the street. Simpson and Moore were the only ones in the saloon. Simpson had no pistol but Moore had one. Heard Baxter say, "No d--n s-n of a b---h can take a pistol from me." Moore had gray clothes on with leather overalls. His pistol was a short one. A. Allen, sworn. I know the deceased. Phippenny said to Baxter not to make so much noise. Baxter said, "G-d d--n you, you are a policeman. what have you got to say about it?" and pulled a six shooter out. It was nickel plated, should thing about 44 caliber, and fired three shots at Phippenny. This was on the sidewalk in front of John Schwer's saloon. Phippenny made a grab for Baxter and struck him on the head three or four times with a pistol. Then Baxter shot at him, and I think hit deceased in the head. Then Phippenny shot at Baxter and I think hit him in the bowels. Then Baxter hit Phippenny on the head with his pistol and knocked him against the screen inside of Schwer's saloon. then a man about five feet six inches, dressed in dark clothing, came to the door of the saloon and fired a shot at deceased. I saw a pistol in his hand. Don't know the man by name. Would know him if I saw him. He then got on his horse and rode off as fast as possible. He rode a bay horse. I then went into the saloon. J. M. Thatcher, sworn. Was coming down street and saw Phippenny leaning against a wall. Spoke to him and then went across the street and heard a shot fired. Turned and saw a tall man with leather breeches, woolen shirt and soft hat pull out a six-inch pistol silver or nickel plated. He took deliberate aim at the deceased. He fired two shots, the deceased dodging, taking deliberate aim each time. Then they went into the saloon out of sight and a man came out, got on his horse and rose away as fast as possible. Could not say that any of the shots struck the deceased but think they did. Dr. Cortwright, sworn. I asked Phippenny about five minutes before he died who shot him. He said Baxter. Some one asked him if any one else shot him. He said yes. He was nearly out of breath. Someone asked him in Jim Moore shot him and he said yes, yes. This bullet was taken from the body of the deceased. I cut it out by request of Officer Bilby after Phippenney's death. Testimony of a similar character was given by Messrs. Cowles, Jenner, Roberts, Moek, Simpson and others. The following is the verdict of the coroner's jury. We the undersigned persons having heard the testimony, inspected the body and made all needful inquiries in respect to and upon the body of Alvin Phippenny lying dead in the saloon of John Schwer on Santa Fe Avenue in the town of Pueblo, County of Pueblo, and State of Colorado, upon our oaths do say that the said Alvin Phippenny came to his death from a pistol shot from the hands of John Baxter or James Moore, on the 30th day of June A. D. 1879. Ed Zimmer, Isaac Freund, Otto Winneka, John Pritchard, E. J. Castle, Julius Berry. Messrs. Shaffner and Hall who were arrested on Monday were discharged from custody. John Baxter, the man wounded by Policeman Phippenny is getting better, to the astonishment of everybody, and now stands a fair chance of recovering. The Funeral - At four o'clock yesterday afternoon, the funeral of the murdered policeman took place from the city council chamber, under direction of G. Q. Richmond, Esq., city attorney. The remains were enclosed in a handsome coffin, Sheriff price, Deputy Sheriff Studzinaki, and Policeman Bilby, Desmond, Mahar, and Sheats acting as pall bearers. The mayor and aldermen were present, as well as the city clerk and treasurer, police magistrate and other officials. The fire department under command of Chief Gallup was out in force and presented an exceedingly neat appearance. The corpse was interred in a lot in the cemetery set aside for the purpose. Rev. H. J. Shaffner, of the Methodist Church officiating. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the city, there being some thirty vehicles in the procession all well filled. All of the learned professions were represented and many ladies were present. During the funeral many of the business houses of the city were closed in accordance with the request of the city council. It is the intention of the city authorities to have a neat railing placed around the lot in the cemetery and a tombstone erected over the dead officer's grave, with a suitable inscription describing the manner of his death. A subscription has been commenced to raise a fund for the benefit of the orphan children of the deceased. Phipps, Milton Adrian Milton Adrian Phipps - Huerfano World - April 27, 2000 - Milton Phipps dead - Milton Adrian Phipps, 66, of Walsenburg, died Jan. 23, 2000 in Denver. Born in Pueblo, Feb. 8, 1933, he served in the US Air Force and was manager for hotels and restaurants. Survivor is his sister, Ardeth Johns of Maryland. Burial was in Fort Logan National Cemetery. Phipps, Valma Mildred Valma Mildred Phipps - Huerfano World - May 13, 1993 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1908: Two children, a son of J.B.N. Valdez and a daughter of George Phipps, died this week of, pneumonia. Phisterer, Ernest Ernest Phisterer - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - August 9, 1877 - The Tribune says that Ernest Phisterer, the Denver gunsmith who accidentally shot himself in Cheyenne on Sunday last, died on Tuesday. Phun, K. W. K. W. Phun - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: K. W. Phun is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists K. W. Phun as a Korean, age 33, and married with four surviving children. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Piassoli, Annie Annie Piassoli - Pueblo Chieftain - October 12, 1986 - Annie Piassoli, 83, of Trinidad, passed away Oct. 10, 1986, at the Trinidad State Nursing Home. She was born Jan. 9, 1903, in Rouse, Colo., to Pete and Alice Ritzus. She is survived by two sons, John (Elaine) Piassoli, Houston; Henry (Elsie) Piassoli of Cortez; brothers, Thomas and Andrew Ritzus, both of Aguilar; sister, Susie of Aguilar; and three grandchildren. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of rosary. Rosary recitation, 4 p.m. Sunday, Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial, 1 p.m. Monday, St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Jim Friel officiating. Interment, Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Family may be contacted at 224 E. Kansas, Trinidad. Piassoli, John J. John J. Piassoli - Pueblo Chieftain - August 18, 1987 - John J. Piassoli, 77, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 1987, in Trinidad. John was born on July 11, 1910, in Engleville, Colo., to Enrico and Mary Piassoli. He worked in the area mines until his retirement in April of 1973. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, John. Among his survivors are his wife, Ilene, Trinidad; son, Larry Piassoli, Denver;: daughters, Patricia (David) Cerrone, Arvada, Cheryl (Joe) Burrescia, California; and three grandsons. Service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Campbell-Lewis-Cotter and Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. James Richie officiating. Services by the UMWA Local 9856. Interment will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver. Friends wishing to do so may make memorial contributions to Miners Black Lung Clinic in care of Miners Colfax Hospital, P.O. Box 1067, Raton, N.M., 87740. Piassoli, Larry Larry Piassoli - Jefferson Sentinel Newspaper - February 15, 2004 - Lakewood, CO - Larry Piassoli, 52, of Arvada died June 19. He was born in Trinidad on February 2, 1951, to John and Ilene Piassoli. He attended school and college in Trinidad and taught music in schools in Denver before starting his own business. He was a veteran of the US Navy. He was preceded in death by his father John J. and his brother John F. He is survived by his mother Ilene of Arvada, sister Patricia (Dave) Cerrone, of Arvada; sister Cheryl (Joe) Burrescia of Livermore, CA; three nephews, two nieces, and four grand-nephews and nieces. Arrangements are being taken care of by Bowling Family Chapel in Arvada. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of St. John in Lakewood. Piatt, Fred A. Fred A. Piatt Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - February 28, 2001 - Fred A. Piatt Sr., 92, of Rocky Ford, passed away Feb. 25, 2001, at Pioneer Health Care Center in Rocky Ford. Services will be conducted by Rev. Travis Corbin at Ustick Donelson Johnson Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1. Interment will follow in the family plot at Hillcrest Cemetery, Rocky Ford. Music will be by Betty Jo Thomas, Pam Mills and Kathy Romack. Casket bearers will be great-grandsons, Brandon Anderson, Brett Anderson, Jason Cox, Clifford Evett, Christian Evett and Victor Barchers. Honorary casket bearers are Nathan Carpenter and Anthony Ritter. Mr. Piatt was born in Lamar, Colo., June 8, 1908, son of William T. and Ethel M. Piatt. He was married to Edith Evelyn Cauthon Feb. 28, 1929, at Eads, Colo. He farmed in the Lamar area until 1950, when he moved his family to Rocky Ford to start a real estate business. He had several occupations from that time, including auto service, auto sales, farm bureau insurance agent, crop insurance adjuster for Southeastern Colorado, several campaigns as storeroom clerk for American Crystal Sugar Company, farm equipment sales, real estate agent and owner/operator of Hi-way Auto Wrecking. Survivors are brother, Philip Piatt of Lamar; sister, Helen Oxley of Canoga Park, Calif.; six children, Fred (Lena) Piatt Jr. of Rocky Ford, Evelyn Haling of Canon City, Vernon (Barbara) Piatt of Rescue, Calif., Lois (Glenn) Enderud of Pueblo, Martha (Don) Evett of Cheraw and William (Marjorie) Piatt of Rocky Ford; 23 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Edith, of 67 years; brother, Laurence; sisters, Gladys and Lillian; and two grandsons. Mr. Piatt was very active in the Oddfellows Lodge, Otero County Farm Bureau and for a time in the local Archaeological Society. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Parkinson's Foundation through the funeral home. Visitation, 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Piazza, Mike Mike Piazza - Pueblo Chieftain - November 2, 2004 - Mike Piazza entered into rest Oct. 27, 2004, in Walsenburg, Colo. He was 80 years of age. Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Rosolino and Nicolina; and brothers, Joe and Tom Piazza. He is survived by his children, Helen (Tom) Gilliam, Rose Mary (Bill) Humble, Franci (Jerry) Hansen, Mike Piazza Jr., Pat (Mark) Judish and Carl (Lanie) Piazza; brothers, Tony, Sam, Frank; and sister, Lena; eight grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Mike was an avid sportsman. He lived the majority of his life in Walsenburg. The family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society. Piceno, Refugio A. Rufugio A. Piceno - February 27, 1999 - Rufugio A. Piceno. Services noon today, Angelus Chapel. Pichardo, Frank Frank Pichardo - Pueblo Chieftain - October 29, 1986 - Frank Pichardo, 59, former longtime Holly resident, passed away Oct. 27, 1986, at Prowers Medical Center. Recitation of rosary, 7 o'clock tonight; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Frances of Rome Catholic Church, Holly. Interment, Holly Cemetery. Visitation will be today from 10 a.m. until time of rosary at the church in Holly. Pichotta, Kenneth Kenneth Pichotta - Las Vegas Review-Journal - November 2, 2004 - Kenneth Pichotta, 45, of Las Vegas, passed away Oct. 8, 2004. He was born Sept. 2, 1959, in Trinidad, Colo. Kenneth was in the construction industry. He is survived by his wife, Maureen; mother, Gloria; son, James; daughter, Rayennon; Liz and siblings. Services were private. Any donations appreciated to Nathan Adelson Hospice East or to the American Cancer Society. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Anshutz, Nathan Adelson Hospice East and the American Cancer Society. Pickard, Maria D. Maria D. Pickard Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain May 1, 1873 Mrs. Maria D. Pickard wife of A. B. Pickard, and mother of Harry Pickard, of this city, died at the residence of the latter, on Thursday, April 24th, at ten minutes before 12 o'clock, of congestion of the brain. The deceased was born at Windham, Massachusetts, in 1795, and was therefore 78 years of age when called to experience the mysteries of the unknown world. This estimable Christian wife and mother had been a member of the Methodist society for many years, and was a true servant of her beloved Master. Through all the years of her long life, since childhood, she has been known to be a pure, noble, and good woman, esteemed by all who knew her, and truly loved by the near relatives who mourn her loss. The services attending her burial will be conducted by the Rev. J. H. Merritt, and will take place at the residence of Harry Pickard, today, at 2 P. M. Pickard, Marian L. Marian L. Pickard - Pueblo Chieftain - August 07, 1997 - Marian L. Pickard passed away Aug. 5, 1997. Survived by husband, Walt Pickard, of the family home- children, Walt (Janis) Pickard, Mike (Sherri) Pickard, John (Melissa McDowell) Pickard, all of Pueblo, and Mary (Carmine) Naccarelli, Colorado Springs. Grandmother of Courtney, Geoff and Grant Pickard, Alyssa and Carmine Naccarelli Jr. Also survived by brother, Guy (Linda) Farbo- niece, Lucinda Farbo, Pueblo- aunts and uncles, Pete (Rose) Pagnotta, Theresa Spicola, Elsie Farbo, Pueblo, Mary Buchi, Betty Spicola, Los Angeles, Calif., John Urone, San Diego, Calif. - and numerous cousins. Mrs. Pickard helped her husband Walt in the operation of Beacon Hill Speedway from 1968 to 1987. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10 a.m., Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made in her name to the American Diabetes Association in care of the funeral home office. Pickens, Andrew M. Andrew Pickens - La Veta - March 1930 - Died, Andrew Pickens, who was born in 1877 in Nova Scotia and came to Colorado in 1880 where he has been mainly engaged in coal mining. He leaves his wife, the former Mabel Hector, and eight children. [Editor's Note: Pickens, Andrew 3/20/1930 WI 3/21/1930 4 Born Nova Scotia, Canada. Buried La Veta Cemetery: Pickens, Andrew M. born 1877 died 1930 Notes: On stone with Mabel Block 4 Lot # 12 Grave # 9 Deed # 46 Date of deed 4/26/1930 Deeded to: George Pickens.} Pickens, Charles Charles Pickens - La Veta - March 1944 - Charles Pickens, a native of Nova Scotia, died at the age of 63. He came to La Veta with his parents at the age of eight months and married Rebecca Gribble in 1920. [Editor's note: Buried La Veta Cemetery: Pickens, Charlie born 1881 died 1944 Notes: On stone with Rebecca Block 4 Lot # 12 Grave # 7 Deed # 46 Date of deed 4/26/1930 Deeded to: George Pickens .] Pickens, Frances E. Frances Elizabeth Lavery Pickens - Huerfano World - March 24, 1994 - Frances Elizabeth Lavery Pickens, formerly of La Veta, Walsenburg and the Castle Rock area, died Jan. 26, 1994, in Lake Geneva, WI. She was 84. Survivors include one daughter, Peggy Pickens Brooks, Lake Geneva; a son, Billy Pickens, Castle Rock; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Mar. 26 at Bear Canon Cemetery in Sedalia. Preceded in death by her husband, William I. Pickens, her parents, James and Mary P. Lavery, sisters, Alice Melton, Margaret Davis and Patty Zanolini, brothers, John, Leo, Jim and Patrick Lavery. Pickerel, George Martin George Martin Pickerel - Pueblo Chieftain - October 17, 1997 - George Martin Pickerel, affectionately known as Papa" or Mr. Pick," born Sept. 15, 1933, passed away Oct. 14, 1997. He was a friend to many, a blessing to all. George leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 44 years, Barbara Bobbie" Pickerel-children, Scott (Tess) Pickerel, Tracy (Ken) Baird and other" son, Jerry (Rene) Hicks- grandchildren, Nick Bear" Pickerel, Katie Sugar" Pickerel, Calvin "Sunny" Baird and other grandson, Jerrod Hicks-sisters and brother, Louise "Sis" Turley, Ethel (Ray) Rayburn, Rose (Frank) Estep and Walt (Dolly) Pickerel, all of Pueblo- sister, Harriet (Jerry) Vang of Ensign, Kan.- mother-in-law, Margaret Dolly" Parsley- and sister-in-law, Marge (Glen) Sweany, all of Pueblo- sister-in-law, Bonnie (Walt) Cobine of Augusta, Ga.- aunt, Irene "Babe" Prijatel of Pueblo-and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. George was retired from the Pueblo Depot Activity. He was active in the Bell's Fort Muzzleloaders, National Muzzleloaders Rifle Association, Southern Colorado Wood Artists, Friends of the Museum (El Pueblo Museum), B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 90, Masons and a member of the 543rd Ord. Co. U.S. Army. George enjoyed playing his guitar and singing, the outdoors and carving. Most of all, George loved his grandchildren. Those who wish may make contributions to the El Pueblo Museum. A will be held at the El Pueblo Museum on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 10 a.m. The family will welcome visitors immediately following the service at the museum, as well as at the family home. Arrangements by McCarthy Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight. Pickerel, Loren Lewis Loren Lewis Pickerel - Pueblo Chieftain - February 07, 2003 - Loren Lewis Pickerel, late of Pueblo, Colo., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2003, at Parkview hospital of natural causes. Survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Mary Pickerel; sons, Warren (Nancy), and Gary (Angie); daughter, Carol; brothers, Marvin (Terry), Harvey (Erma); sister, Bethel Stark (Anthony); three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard M. and Mayme; brothers, Robert, Boyd, Eldon, Delbert and James; sisters, Eula and Cretta; and half-brother, George Hardy. Born April 5, 1921, in Pueblo. Loren was a veteran of WWII, and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of Pueblo Lodge No. 14, and AF&AM. Loren's passion was his family. He worked at CF&I until 1953, then worked as a finish carpenter for Harper Construction and H.E. Construction retiring April 4, 1986. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003, at First Church of the Nazarene, Pueblo. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church. Family will receive friends at 1807 Garwood Drive, from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Pickerel, Mayme Ellen Mayme Ellen Pickerel - Pueblo Chieftain - July 12, 1986 - Mayme Ellen Pickerel, late of Pueblo, died Thursday, July 10, 1986, in a local nursing home. Survived by five sons, Delbert Pickerel, Loren (Mary) Pickerel, both of Pueblo; Marvin (Terry) Pickerel, Sunnyvale, Calif.; Harvey (Erma Lee) Pickerel, Salem, Ore.; James (Carol) Pickerel, Wheat Ridge, Colo.; two daughters, Bethel Stark, Milpitas, Calif.; Cretta Decker, San Bruno, Calif.; 32 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren. Also survived by one sister, Ferol Christey, Bartlesville, Okla. Born Oct. 14, 1892, in Barry County, Mo.; Pueblo resident since 1928. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard Pickerel, April 18, 1963, four children, one brother and one sister. Charter member of Calvary Baptist Church. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Monday, July 14, Davis-Wallin Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Bernard R. Tuttle officiating. Interment, Imperial. Visitation, 2-to 8:30 p.m. today. Pickerel, Richard Marion Richard Marion Pickerel Pueblo Chieftain April 19, 1963 Richard Marion Pickerel, 86, of 331 Park, died Thursday April 18, 1963, after a long illness. He had lived in Pueblo since 1905. He retired in 1945 as general car foreman for the Colorado & Wyoming Railroad. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and Pueblo Masonic Lodge 17. He was a member of the Southern Colorado Consistory for over 50 years and a life member Al Kaly Shrine. Surviving are his widow, Mayme Ellen, of the family home; six sons, L.L. Pickerel of Pueblo, Marvin M. Pickerel of San Jose, Calif., H.N. Pickerel of Salem Ore., J.R. Pickerel of Wheatridge; E.D. Pickerel of Denver, and D.A Pickerel of the family home; three daughters, Mrs. D.E Pribble of Pueblo; Mrs. C. T. Cretta Decker of San Bruno, Calif., and Mrs. A.J. Stark, Red Feather Lakes; three brothers, Dale Pickerel of Fowler, Alex Pickerel of Stroud, Okla., and George Pickerel of New York, N.Y.; two sisters, Mrs. R. H. Black of Tulsa, OK, and Mrs. W. E. Kerns of Santa Maria, Calif; 25 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Davis Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Melvin Moyer officiating. Masonic rites will be held at Valhalla Cemetery. The body will lie in state Sunday and until time of services Monday. Pickerel, Walter S. Walter S. Pickerel - Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 2004 - Walter S. Pickerel went to be with the Lord, Oct. 29, 2004, at the age of 64. He was born Feb. 2, 1940, in Pueblo, Colo. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Dollie; two sons, Ross (Tamara) Pickerel, Mark (Lujean) Pickerel; four stepchildren, Ronnie (Ann) Winfrey, Vicki (Dale) Coleman, Janis (Jess) Cano, Kelly Martin; 23 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four sisters, Louise Turley, Ethel (Ray) Rayburn, Roselee (Frank) Estep, Harriet (Jerry) Vang; sister-in-law, Bobbi Pickerel; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Pickerel; mother, Vera Pickerel; three brothers, Ross, Harry and George Pickerel. Walter retired as a captain from the Pueblo City Fire Department at the age of 50 after 30 years of service. He was well known for his love of music and expert guitar playing. He did wood carvings that are owned by people throughout the world. He accepted Jesus as his savior, and passed away with the assurance of a better life and eternity in Heaven. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Honors to be presented by the Pueblo Firefighters Local No. 3 Honor Guard. Family and friends will be received after the funeral at Praise Assembly of God Church, 2000 Troy. Pickering, Elizabeth J. Elizabeth J. "Betty Jo" Pickering - Pueblo Chieftain - February 27, 2004 - Elizabeth J. "Betty Jo" Pickering, 81, entered her heavenly home on Feb. 25, 2004, following a valiant struggle after open heart surgery in December. Betty was born in Pueblo, Sept. 30, 1922, to Donald E. and Mary Elizabeth Williams, who both preceded her in death. She will be sorely missed by her husband of 60 years, James A. "Jim" Pickering; daughters, Cheryl (Joe) Orazem and Pamela (Dave) Duran of Pueblo; sister, Shirley (Jerrald) Hollowell of Carlisle, Pa.; and stepmother, Dorothy Williams of Pueblo. She dearly loved her grandchildren, Allison and Evan Duran of Pueblo, Dena (Bret) Romero of Texas; and two great-granddaughters; niece, Karen; and nephews, Kevin and Eric. Betty also was loved by her PEO sisters of Chapter BT and was an active member of First Baptist Church. She worked for 13 years at First National Bank, but her life-calling was caring for her family, which included her beloved dogs and cats. Betty was a very generous and loving person, always considering others before herself. At her request, cremation with no viewing. A celebration of her life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2004, at First Baptist Church, Ninth and Grand, with Pastors Dvirnak, Harley and Folger officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the PEO Educational Loan Fund, the Cooperative Care Center, or the Betty Pickering Memorial Fund at First Baptist Church through the funeral home. The family expresses their thanks to her doctors and caregivers at Parkview Hospital and at Penrose and SemperCare hospitals in Colorado Springs. Pickering, Terry Lee Terry Lee Pickering - Pueblo Chieftain - June 14, 2000 - Terry Lee Pickering, 54, of Swink, died June 8, 2000, at La Junta. Funera1 services, 10 a.m. Saturday, June 17, 2000, at Peacock Memorial Chapel, with Ed Kite officiating. Interment, Fairview Cemetery. Pickett, Denise Denise Pickett - Pueblo Chieftain - July 02, 2005 - Denise Pickett, 67, of Odessa, Texas, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2005, at Medical Center Hospital. She was born Oct. 1, 1937, in Pueblo, Colo., to George and Ruth Williams. She married H. Frank Pickett in March, 1965, in Pueblo, Colo. She was an attendance clerk for Ector County Independent School District. She retired five years ago after 17 years of service. She was a member of Crescent Park Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, H. Frank Pickett of Odessa; son, Lance Pickett of Charlottesville, Va.; daughter, Robin (Raymond) Barr, of Keller, Texas; brother, George Williams Jr. of Pueblo; sister, Barbara Booth, Pueblo. Funeral service was held Friday, July 1, 2005, at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Bob Bratcher officiating. Pickett, Margaret Catherine Margaret Catherine (Paveglio) Pickett - Pueblo Chieftain - September 27, 2005 - Margaret Catherine (Paveglio) Pickett, affectionately known as "Rete" to close family members, passed away peacefully at the Sangre de Cristo Hospice on Friday, Sept. 23, 2005, with her family at her side. Born Sept. 29, 1917, in Albia, Iowa, to Italian immigrant parents, Blanche Rose and Donato Paveglio. Predeceased by brother, Pete Pavell; sister-in-law, Kay Pavell; brother, Donald Paveglio; and her son-in-law, John Salimeno Jr. Survived by her husband, Frank Pickett, Pueblo, Colo.; daughters, Bev DeLeon and Kathy Salimeno of Colorado Springs, Colo.; sister, Tisha (Albert) Graziano, Des Moines, Iowa; and sister-in-law, Katie Paveglio, Chicago, Ill. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends too numerous to mention. Margaret touched many lives and to know her was to love her. She was a "quiet hero." She was a member of St. Francis Parish where she sang in the church choir preceding her lengthy illness and was a retiree from the Colorado State Hospital. She was a true believer in keeping things simple and not sweating the small stuff, until it came to her family where the sky was the limit. Being home with her family was her joy, and the simple things in life were her passion. A new nest of birds in the back yard, rescuing a family of abandoned baby squirrels, feeding a stray cat or dog, walking in the rain, the pride in hanging out the whitest wash on the block, playing with the family pets (which she loved like her children), her family around the table, the Denver Broncos (especially her "boy" John Elway), caring for her beautiful yard and prize roses; these are the things she lived for. She will be remembered fondly for her infectious smile and love of a good joke, her modest and unassuming nature, her love and devotion to her family and her melt-in-your-mouth meatballs and spaghetti sauce like no other. We rejoice with you Mother that you are finally at home with God. You were truly one of God's "Angels on Earth." We were so fortunate to have you with us for so long; time to build a million beautiful memories. We know and understand now that you actually gave us two lives, our own life and yours. You taught us well how to survive without you for a little while, but you didn't prepare us for the hole that has been left in our hearts. We look forward to seeing you soon. Your loving husband and daughters. At her request, cremation is taking place and there will be no formal church proceedings. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations to be made in her memory to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 1716 Reading Ave., Pueblo, CO, 81005. Masses may be requested privately at the parish of your choice. Pickett, Tracy Lynn Tracy Lynn Stringer Pickett - Pueblo Chieftain - October 26, 2005 - Tracy Lynn Stringer Pickett died Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005, after a short illness. Tracy was born Sept. 8, 1967, and grew up in Pueblo, Colo. Her father, Cyril N. Stringer; nephew, Randy J. Pack; and grandparents preceded Tracy in death. She is survived by her husband, David, of Lakeland, Fla.; mother, Joyce Stringer, of Plant City, Fla.; sister, Sandra Pack (Ron), of Lakeland; brother, Michael Stringer (Linda), of Alabama; nephew, David Pack, of Pueblo, Colo.; aunts, Betty, Joan, and Rose; Uncle Vic and several cousins; step daughters, Brandy and Crystal. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Elizabeth, who sat at Tracy's bedside until her death. A memorial service will be held at Haught Funeral Home in Plant City on Martin Luther King Blvd., Plant City, Fla., at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 28, 2005. It will be officiated by Chaplain Lynn Sayne. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made in her name to Good Shepherd Hospice. Haught Funeral Home, 813-717-9300. Pieratt, Ethel M. Ethel M. Pieratt - Pueblo Chieftain - January 04, 2000 - Ethel M. Pieratt, 77, of Pueblo, passed away Sunday, Jan. 2, 2000. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Roy Earl Pieratt. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice in her name. Pieratt, Roy Earl Roy Earl Pieratt - Pueblo Chieftain - April 17, 2005 - Roy Earl Pieratt, 82, passed away April 15, 2005, at his home in Pueblo. He is preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Ethel Komorny Pieratt; mother, Polly Pieratt; parents in-law, Gabriel and Victoria Komorny; sisters, Marjorie Isley (Al), Frances Tate (Pete); brother in-law, Ed Komorny. Earl is survived by his sister, Elsie (John) Dolak; nieces, Donna Tate, Patricia (Sam) Vasile, Sandy (Rick) Harbert, Donna (Roy) Kimble; nephews, Jon (Sandy) Dolak, Gary (Susan) Komorny, William (Beth) Komorny; sister in-law, Lou Komorny Pittullo; and numerous other nieces and nephews. Earl was a veteran of the Pueblo Police Department, retiring as sergeant in 1979. He served in the Navy during WWII and was a first wave landing craft pilot at Omaha Beach in Normandy, France. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge Aerie No. 145 and the Elks No. 90. At his request, cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Donations may be made in Earl's memory to the Pueblo Police Retirement Assoc. through the funeral home. Pierce, Albert R. Albert R. Pierce - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - March 30, 1923 - Pueblo - Albert R. Pierce, 65, a resident of Pueblo for forty-one years and for thirty years president of the Pierce Seed and Mercantile Company, died recently after a three weeks' illness. Pierce, Chester L. Chester L. Pierce Bayfield Blade May 5, 1916 Boy Crushed by Steel Billets Pueblo Chester L. Pierce, 21, was crushed to death between two suspended billets of steel in the Minnequa steel plant. He died within a few minutes after the accident. Pierce, Clara Mrs. Clara Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - November 20, 1937 Roach Funeral Home Mrs. Clara Pierce, Mercy hospital, Denver, Friday. Mother of Mrs. Loretta Nessen, Denver; Mrs. Laura Chambers, Sedalia, Mo.; Mrs. Anis Bauman, Andrew, Robert I. and W. D. Poe, Belle, Mo., and W. D. Poe, Little Rock, Ark. Member of the Central Christian church and Order Eastern Star, Adah chapter, No. 34. Arrangements later. Pueblo Chieftain - November 21, 1937 - Services, Rouch chapel, Monday, 2. p.m., with the Rev. C. Spurgeon McClung officiating. Easter Star services, by Adah chapter No. 34, at the chapel. Interment Mountain View. The Rouch Funeral Home, Main at Fourteenth. Pueblo Chieftain - June 16, 1939 - Funeral Services For Clara Pierce Set for Saturday - Funeral services for Mrs. Clara Pierce, retired school teacher, will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the Mesa Presbyterian church with the Rev. A. A. Panhorst, assisted by Rev. James W. F. Carman, officiating. Burial services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the graveside in the family lot in Fairmont cemetery, Denver. Mrs. Pierce, a teacher in school district 20 from 1918 to 1933, died Wednesday night at her home, 308 West Grant street. She was a sister of Miss Blanche Swinchart, principal of Central grade school, where Mrs. Pierce also taught. Mrs. Pierce was born Oct. 15, 1862, in Ohio. She was educated in Somerset, Ohio, and taught there and in Nebraska and Kansas before coming to Pueblo. She held an eminent service certificate from the state. Pierce, Clyde Clyde Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - October 11, 1986 - Clyde Pierce passed away at a local hospital, Thursday, Oct. 9, 1986. Survived by his wife. Ruby Pierce, Pueblo; son, Jim Pierce, Pueblo; grandsons, Michael Pierce, Arlington, Texas; and Mark Pierce, Pueblo. Also survived by three great-granddaughters; brothers, Jack Pierce, Sedalia, Mo.; and Dee Pierce, Elgin, Kan.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Born May 19, 1900, in Roxten, Texas, and had been a longtime Pueblo resident, retiring after 35 years of service as manager of the shoe department at Montgomery Ward. Private graveside service will be held. Pierce, Dallas John Dallas John Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - December 30, 2001 - Dallas John Pierce, of Anaheim, California left his earthly home Dec. 12, 2001. Dallas was born July 23,1931 to Virginia and William E. Pierce of Pueblo, CO. He attended Centennial High School where he excelled as a cross country runner graduating in 1949. As a member of the Colorado National Guard, he served in a tank battalion in Korea at the commencement of the Korean War. Prior to departure he married Celene Chinn, a graduate of Centennial High School, with the couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary in June of 2001. As a couple they traveled extensively abroad. Dallas graduated as a mechanical engineer from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas working for Collins Radio and residing in Dallas, Texas for a number of years. In 1976 the family moved to Anaheim, California where Dallas became Project Manager for Rockwell International. His work took him abroad frequently to Europe, Australia, and Iran. He retired from Rockwell in 1996 where he earned a reputation of being an honest and fair man who would not ask any employee to do anything he would not do himself He was a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. Surviving him are his wife Celene Pierce, daughters Dallene, Celaine, and Dellanie, granddaughters Alyssa, and Whitney, mother Virginia I. Pierce of Canon City, Co. and sister Rosemary Foster of Pueblo, CO. as well as numerous other relatives. Dallas was preceded in death by his father Wm. E. Pierce May 30,1987. Interment was Dec. 16, 2001 at Melrose Abbey Memorial Park, 2303 S Manchester Ave., Anaheim California, 92802. In memory of Dallas and in honor of his life, contributions are being made to: The Heart Transplant Program at UCLA 924 Westwood Blvd. Suite 825 Los Angeles CA. 90095 Pierce, Emily Virginia Emily Virginia Pierce - Albuquerque Journal February 19, 2003 - Emily Virginia Pierce, a resident of Albuquerque since the early 1940's, died on February 16, 2003. She was born in Pueblo, CO to Noble and Nelle Davis Reeve. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack S. Pierce in 1985 and brothers, Hank Richard and Jim Reeve. Survivors include her son, Guy Pierce and wife, Laura of Albuquerque, NM and two grandchildren, Sean Pierce and wife, Danielle and Adrienne Pierce, all of Albuquerque. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 19 at Chapel of Sunrise with Chaplain Richard Garcia officiating. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 Pierce, Jeremiah N. Jeremiah "Jerry" N. Pierce Leadville Carbonate Chronicle January 8, 1917 Jere N. Pierce Dies In Pueblo Was One of Pioneer Live Stock Men of State, and Lived for Many Years in Leadville Pueblo, Colo., Jan. 1. J. N. Pierce, prominent cattleman of Leadville and Denver, died in a Pueblo hospital today after an illness of several weeks. The death in Pueblo at Clark's Wells yesterday of Jeremiah N. Pierce, pioneer Leadville cattleman, chief organizer of the famous Pierce-Reef Cattle company which grazed herds all over western Colorado and Wyoming and former Lake county commissioner and Leadville alderman, carried to the great vanguard of pioneers one of Colorado's foremost builders. Old friends of the veteran cattleman who was 68 years old, knew of his serious sickness at Pueblo and had learned that death was imminent. Members of the Mt. of the Holy Cross Commandery No. 5, Knights Templar, in which he retained membership, sent him Christmas greetings in the way of roses which were taken to his sick room on Christmas Eve. Other local friends also sent their holiday greetings, knowing that it might prove to be their last opportunity. Mr. Pierce had been failing in health for a number of years. About fifteen years ago he was held up and robbed in a caboose of a cattle train on which he was tending cattle on the way to market, and was severely beaten when he put up resistance. This serious outcome of the holdup in the Minturn railroad yards, Eagle county, was believed by his friends and family to be the breaking point in his usual good health. He never fully enjoyed perfect physical condition after that occurrence. During the last year his health had failed rapidly. When he visited old associates in Leadville early last fall, he complained that he was not so strong as formerly and could not stand much exertion. Several weeks ago he underwent a surgical operation at a Salida hospital in hopes that it would remedy the kidney and kindred ailments which affected him. As soon as he was able he was taken to the hospital at Clark's Wells, where he died yesterday. Mrs. Pierce, their daughter and two sons, all former Leadville residents, had been with him constantly during the holidays. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced. Jeremiah N. Pierce, known throughout the west as "Jerry" Pierce, was born in Monticello, Wayne county, Kentucky, on May 21 (?), 1848. Three years later his parents settled on a farm in Wayne county, Iowa, where Pierce on reaching school age attended the public schools. In 1871 he went to St. Louis and for two years was employed as collector for Dr. A. Coyle. His advent in Colorado was dated February 24, 1873, when he came to Fremont county and engaged in a cattle business which occupied him there until 1882. In the latter year(s) Mr. Pierce moved to Leadville and soon engaged in a wholesale butcher and meat business, enlarging it and branching out into the cattle raising business. He became one of the foremost residents of Leadville, and in 1886 was elected as city alderman from the First ward, a position he held one term. In November, 1888, he was elected a member of the board of county commissioners and served out the one term. His marriage took place on April 29, 1884, his wife being Emma K. Davis of Pueblo county. In the early days here Mr. Pierce was associated with the wholesale meat business in the firm of Pierce, Hasley & Co. Later when he decided on branching out more extensively into cattle raising, he was the principal in the organization of the Pierce-Reef Cattle Co., which soon became the largest and foremost cattle outfit in the west with herds roaming all of the western slope in Routt, Grand, Rio Blanco and Summit counties and in southern Wyoming. The big outfit bought and owned ranches in most of these counties, tho maintaining its chief headquarters at the Pierce ranch on the Bear river. Several years ago Mr. Pierce bought out the Reef interests in the famous company and became the sole owner of its extensive possessions. He continued active management of the company interests until two years ago when ill health advised lessening of his activities. He sold all of the land and livestock holdings at that time to the Clayton and Mairnam company and retired to his city home in Denver. Mr. Pierce is survived by his wife, a married daughter, Edna, Albert and Horace, who was graduated from the University of Colorado last June. All live in Denver. During the family's residence in Leadville their home was at Spruce and West Seventh streets in the dwelling now occupied by Adam S. Sharp, bookkeeper of the Leadville Water company. Pierce, Joan Joan Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - May 23, 1987 - Joan Pierce, born June 25, 1914, passed away May 21, 1987, in Pueblo. Survived by daughter, Becky Magnuson, and two grandchildren, John and Stacey Magnuson, all of Kansas; sisters, Sarah DeCarlo, Ann (Louis) Giordano, Celia Champlain, brother, Joe Todaro, all of Pueblo; nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Tuesday, St. Joseph Church. Interment, Roselawn. Pierce, John T. John T. Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 1998 - John T. Pierce, 77, passed away Oct. 26, 1998. Preceded in death by his wife, Mae E. Pierce, Dec. 11, 1997. Survived by his daughters, Judi (Doug) Davis, Jeannie (Ed) McCarthy- grandchildren, Chris (Jennifer) McCarthy, Patrick McCarthy, Becky McCarthy, Jeffrey Davis- great-grandson, Nathan McCarthy- sister, Lee (Bill) O'Neil- and several good friends and neighbors. , 2 p.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association in his memory. Pierce, Mae Elizabeth Mae Elizabeth "Betty" Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - December 14, 1997 - Mae Elizabeth "Betty" Pierce, 73, of Pueblo West, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 11, 1997. Survived by her husband of 50 years, John Pierce- children, Judi (Doug) Davis, Jeannie (Ed) McCarthy. Also survived by grandchildren, Chris (Jennifer), Patrick, Jeffrey, Becky- great-grandson, Nathan- and brother, Harry (Harriet) Nielson. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. Family visitation, 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association in her memory. Pierce, Mark Lynn Mark Lynn Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - November 1, 1987 - Mark Lynn Pierce, resident of Pueblo West, passed away Oct. 30, 1987. Mr. Pierce was a member of the Southwest Church of Christ and BPOE Elks Lodge No. 90. Survivors include his wife, Kathy Pierce of the family home; one daughter, Melissa Lynn Pierce, also of the family home; his father, James Pierce of Pueblo; and mother and stepfather, Nadine and Gene Lindberg, also of Pueblo; one brother, J. Michael (Sue) Pierce of Arlington, Texas; parents-in-law, Don and Earlene Finto; several brothers and sisters-in-law and several nieces and nephews. Cremation. Memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Southwest Church of Christ with Leroy Finto officiating. Pierce, Preston E. Preston E. Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - March 22, 2006 - Preston E. Pierce, 81, passed away in Pueblo, March 19, 2006. Service in Gordon, Neb. Pierce, Robert D. Dr. Robert D. Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - August 31, 1997 - Dr. Robert D. Pierce, 64, passed away on Aug. 28, 1997. Survived by his daughter, Jennifer Pierce of Minneapolis, Minn. - and his son, Robert Pierce of Boone. Predeceased by his wife, Judith, who passed away Oct. 26, 1995. He practiced medicine in Pueblo since 1960, first as the county physician, and later, after training at Heinz V.A. and Northwestern University in Chicago, as an Ophthalmologist with Dr. William Hopkins and Dr. Jay Tonne. His great love outside of work was tennis. He won many national tennis tournaments and most recently coached the County High Tennis Team. Services will be held at the First United Methodist Church on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 1997, at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Dr. Pierce's memory to the Endowment Fund for the Pueblo YMCA, in care of George McCarthy Funeral Home, 401 Broadway, Pueblo, Colo. Pierce, Sally E. Sally E. Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - February 04, 2000 - Sally E. Pierce, 88, passed away Feb. 2, 2000. Preceded in death by her husband, Vernon O. "Biddy" Pierce in 1983. Survived by two daughters, Darla (Bob) Valliere, Denver, and Mary Lou Wright, Pueblo, and son, Vernon L. (Meg) Pierce of New York. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Pierce was a leader for the Girl Scouts, a Sunday school teacher, served on the Community Welfare Board and Mental Health Board, was a lifetime chairman for the Red Cross, a member of the League of Women Voters, worked on the election board for the Republican Party and was also a member of Wesley United Methodist Church for 60 years. Funeral service, Monday, 2 p.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in care of the funeral home office. Pierce, Virginia Virginia Isabella Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - September 03, 2002 - Virginia Isabella Pierce Virginia Isabella Pierce, 88, left her earthy home Aug. 31, 2002. Born in Colorado Springs, Colo., on Sept. 13, 1913, she remained a Colorado resident her entire life. Preceded in death by parents; husband, William E. Pierce; and son, Dallas J. Pierce. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Rosemary and William Foster; adopted son, Charlie Hayes; daughter-in-law, Celene Pierce; grandchildren, Scott Kraemer, Kimberly Engleking, Dallene Pierce, Delaine McIntyre, Dellanie Fragnoli; and great-grandchildren, Trent Engleking, Whitney McIntyre and Alyssa Fragnoli. Virginia was active in the Order of Eastern Star Chapter 24, the DAR Marion Chapter, the Harmony Rebecca Chapter and White Shrine of Jerusalem, all of Canon City, Colo., for the last 10 years and previously in the above Pueblo organizations. She belonged to the First Methodist Church of Canon City where she was a choir member. She was active in the Republican Party, both locally and statewide and was a sustaining member. She served as an officer in the various fraternal organizations and was presented with The Rose Medallion from the Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star as a symbol of the highest acclaim for outstanding service within the community and the O.E.S. She was a prolific poet receiving numerous awards from the International Association of Poets and in 2001 published a book of poetry entitled "Mountain Musings" encompassing a lifetime of poetry. As a young woman she worked tirelessly in scouting with Cubs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, as well as with the Rainbow Girls, and De Molay Boys. For many years she was a Sunday school teacher, active in PTA's and her home was a haven for numerous young people. She and her husband were avid square dancers. Her intense sense of patriotism led her to work at the Army Depot in Pueblo as well as teaching women's first aid during World War II. She will be sadly missed by family and friends and remembered in her later years for the acceptance of circumstance without complaint. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, 2002, at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, 2710 North Elizabeth, Pueblo, with interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Progressive Care Center, 1338 Phay Ave., Canon City, CO 81212. Pierce, William William Pierce - Blue Valley Times - August 30, 1912 - Struck on the head by a spring from an air cylinder, William Pierce, twenty-three years of age, an air man on the Santa Fe railroad, was probably fatally injured at Pueblo. Pierce, William E. William E. Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - May 31, 1987 - William E. Pierce, lifetime resident of Pueblo, passed away May 30, 1987. Mr. Pierce was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church, Pueblo Masonic Lodge No. 17, where he was chaplain, Scottish Rites, Order of White Shrine of Jerusalem, Odd Fellows No. 8, Past Nobel Grand for Odd Fellows Encampment No. 24, Eastern Star Chapter No. 7, Cactus Rebecca No. 24. He was also a member of Pueblo Diesel Control, precinct chairman for precinct No. 18 and was involved in various square dance clubs. Survivors include his wife, Virginia Pierce of the family home; son, Dallas (Celene) Pierce of Anaheim, Calif.; daughter, Rosemary (William) Foster of Santa Fe, N.M.; five grandchildren, and one nephew, Conrad Beurman. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel with the Rev. Phil Green of the Bethel United Methodist Church officiating. Masonic and Odd Fellows chapel services will also be held. Interment will be in Imperial Memorial Gardens with Masonic graveside honors conducted by Masonic Lodge No. 17. Those who wish may make donations to the American Cancer Society through the funeral home office. Pierce, William Franklin William Franklin Pierce - Pueblo Chieftain - October 26, 1929 - William F. Pierce, age 73 years, passed away at Springfield, Colo. on his return trip home from Borger, Tex., Friday, October 25. He is survived by his wife and four children, G. C. Pierce and Mrs. W. M. Beurman, both of Pueblo; Frank Pierce, Borger, Tex. and W. E. Pierce of La Junta, Colo.; four sisters; Mrs. Josie Helm, Mrs. Belle Hull, both of Pueblo; Mrs. Alice Pierce of Stillwater, Okla., and Mrs. Levina McCalaster, of Thompson, Utah; one brother, James Pierce of Stillwater, Okla. Mr. Pierce was a member of the Methodist church and the Masonic lodge of New Kirk, Okla. The body will arrive in Pueblo Saturday and will be cared for at the Davis Mortuary. Pieren, Mary Mary Pieren - Pueblo Chieftain - September 18, 2002 - Mary Pieren, 61, born March 18,1941, in La Veta, Colo., passed away Sept. 16, 2002, at Parkview Medical Center. Predeceased by her mother, Rose Martinez Vallejos, Aug. 24, 2002; and her grandparents who raised her, Feliz and Paul Martinez. Mary enjoyed family gatherings and her precious grandchildren. Survived by her husband, Luis C.D. Pieren; children, Allan (Karen) Pieren and Diana (Mario) Medina; grandchildren, Liana, Adriana and Alex; siblings, Ross Martinez, Lee (Millie) Martinez, Marty (Juanita) Martinez, Reynold (Evele) Martinez, Wayne (Carla) Garcia, Anthony Garcia, Michael (Jan)Vallejos, Paula Romero, Fran Vialpando, Evelyn (Duane) Yingling, Jeannie (Andrew) Mascarenas, Debbie (Ben) Finn; and other relatives and friends. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. today, Angelus Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Anne Catholic Church, Rev. James Friel, celebrant. Cremation to follow the Mass. Pierotti, Albert Albert Pierotti - Huerfano World - December 17, 1998 - Albert Pierotti of Boulder City, NV, died December 5, 1998. He was 89. Mr. Pierotti lived in Walsenburg and worked in the mines in the area for several years. Through the years he lived in Helper, UT, Truth or Consequences, NM, and Boulder City. He is survived by his wife Ruth, Boulder City; a daughter, Gloria Ruffini, Truth or Consequences, NM; a son Vic Pierotti, Helper, UT; two sisters, Virginia Bartalussi and Julia Supancic, Walsenburg; three brothers Steve Pierotti, Walsenburg, Mack Pierotti, Salt Lake City, UT, and Louis Pierotti, Los Alamos, NM. Pierotti, Anna Anna Mae Pierotti - La Veta Signature - January 9, 1992 - Mrs. Anna Mae Pierotti, 74, of Walsenburg, died Saturday, January 4, at the local hospital. Mrs. Pierotti had been ill for nine years after suffering a stroke. Mrs. Pierotti was born February 24, 1917 at Maitland to John and Veronica Micor. She attended Walsenburg schools. As a young girl she had worked for Joe Bain. She was married to Steve Pierotti on September 24, 1939. Before her illness, she had been a member of Civic League and the Ladies Elks Auxiliary. A Jehovah's Witness, Mrs. Pierotti is survived by her husband, Steve, Walsenburg; a son Robert, La Veta; and a daughter, Marlene Hudran, Walsenburg; a brother, Henry Micor, Denver; four grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Services were held Monday, January 6, at Boies Almont Memorial Chapel with Mr. Larry Pochardt officiating. Pall Bearers were Edgar DeVan, Clarence Morey, Charles Weir, Chuck Choin, Ken Gile and Kevin Pochardt. Interment was at the Huerfano Masonic Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of the arrangements. Pierpont, Henry Henry Pierpont - Pueblo Chieftain - August 1909 - Oldest Registered Voter in the State Passes Away. Henry Pierpont, aged 97 years and said to be the oldest registered voter in the state, died at 10 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. L. Harris, 714 east Abriendo Avenue. Mr. Pierpont is survived by fifty-five descendants and was the father of thirteen children, six of whom are now living and are residents of Pueblo. One of his descendants is a great-great-grandchild, who lives in Seattle. Physically Mr. Pierpont was a remarkable man. He was hale and hearty until four weeks ago, when he fell and dislocated one of his hips. His extreme age was against him and he never recovered from the effects of the accident. Mr. Pierpont never needed glasses and until almost the day of his death he was able to read newspaper print without artificial aid. He had also never lost a tooth. Until five years ago Mr. Pierpont followed his usual occupation that of the transfer business. On election days he was a familiar figure, as he was proud of the fact that he was Pueblo's oldest voter and never lost an opportunity to cast his ballot. Mr. Pierpont was born in Baltimore, Md., March 21, 1812. When an infant of 14 months he was taken by his parents to Zanesville, Ohio, where he grew to manhood. He was married there to Miss Catherine Mosher, Aug. 13, 1837. His wife died May 4, 1897, in Pueblo. In 1853 Mr. Pierpont moved to Missouri, where he remained during the greater part of the Civil War. He served in Company D, Second Missouri State Militia, as he was then past the active service age. In 1863 he went to Wyandotte, KS, where he lived for many years, and in 1881 came to Pueblo. In this city twenty-two years ago, Mr. and Mrs., Pierpont celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Since the death of his wife, Mr. Pierpont had made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Harris. He is survived by the following six sons and daughters, all of who reside in Pueblo: N. B. Pierpont, H. W. Pierpont, Mrs. H. P. Lull, Mrs. H. Shepler, Mrs. S. C. Young and Mrs. A. L. Harris. His other descendants are twenty grandchildren, twenty-eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. The funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon from the residence of Mrs. Harris, 714 east Abriendo Avenue and will be under the auspices of the G.A.R., which is the only order to which Mr. Pierpont belonged. Rev. Milton Fish, pastor of the Mesa Baptist church, will conduct the services. Interment will be in the G.A.R. plot at the North Side cemetery. [Editor's Note: Headstone online at: http://www.kmitch.com/Pueblo/pioneercem/491.jpg Pierson, Howard F. Howard F. Pierson - Golden Colorado Transcript - July 10, 1901 Howard F. Pierson, for some time a resident of Golden, was committed to the insane asylum last week. Golden Colorado Transcript 7-31-1901 A report was current some days since that Mrs. Pierson was of the opinion that her husband, who died at the insane asylum, had been foully dealt with. This rumor Mrs. Pierson denied in a letter to the Denver Republican. Pierson, Margaret Mae Margaret Mae Pierson - Huerfano World - August 20, 1987 - Mrs. Margaret Mae Pierson, 83, of Walsenburg, died Saturday Aug. 15, 1987, in St. Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo where she was admitted Friday. Mrs. Pierson had surgery about three weeks ago. Born in the Ingelville Coal Camp, near Trinidad, Dec. 25, 1903, she was reared in the camp and in Trinidad. When her father became employed at Walsen Camp in 1916, she came to Walsenburg. She met and married Charles 0. Pierson, who died in 1966. Mr. Pierson worked in the coal mines for CF&I and when he suffered a disabling heart attack, Mrs. Pierson went to work for A.A. Marshall at the Kirkpatrick Hotel as night clerk and later in the coffee shop. After a few years, she then went to work for Marie Lunis at the Little Pig Inn until her retirement in 1961. She moved to Denver in 1965 when her husband was hospitalized. In 1971, she returned to Walsenburg where she made her home. Mrs. Pierson was a member of the Methodist Church and of the Naomi Chapter No. 14, Order of Eastern Star of which she was a past matron. Survivors include two daughters, Carrie Glenn Rogers and Patty Lou Purdy, Walsenburg; a sister, Carrie Young, Seattle WA; four grandchildren, five great-grandsons, nieces and nephews. Funeral service was Tuesday at Boies Memorial Chapel. Burial was in Masonic Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of arrangements. Pietrakas, Keriakas Kerikas Pietrakas Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Keriakas Pietrakas is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Keriakas Pietrakas: Greek, age 26, married with two surviving children. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pifko, Ronald A. Ronald A. Pifko - Pueblo Chieftain - June 15, 2006 - Ronald A. Pifko, 64, passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside on June 14, 2006. Survived by loving wife of 44 years, Patricia; daughter, Deborah (Ross) Medina, Terice (Jack) Acord and Susan (Patrick) Abernathy; grandchildren, Sarah, Nicole, Katie, Ben, Emily, Anne and Alex, all of whom fondly remember him as "Bucka." Viewing, 10 to 2 p.m. Friday, with graveside service, 3 p.m., Imperial Memorial Gardens. Piganelli, Lucille M. Lucille M. Piganelli - Pueblo Chieftain - August 03, 2000 - Lucille M. Piganelli passed away Aug. 1, 2000. Survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Rocco Piganell; children, Rocco Allen (Robyn) Piganelli, Roxanne (Eric) Piganelli-Moffitt, Chris (Ginny) Piganelli, Timothy (Diane) Piganelli and Jon (Cheryl) Piganelli; grandchildren, Trevor and Barclay Moffitt, Kara and Anthony Piganelli, Rachel and Sara Stevens, and Dominic Piganelli; sisters, Frances (Fortunato) Gallegos, Alberta (Tony) Marquez, Matilda Madrid and Millie Grebence; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, Blase and Matilda Flores; five brothers; and one sister. Lucille, "Aunt Lucy," was a loving wife, mother, aunt and grandmother. She was a longtime member of Our Lady of the Meadows Church. She was a volunteer at St. Mary- Corwin and St. Vincent de Paul, and also very active through the years in the PTA and various church functions. Rosary, 7 p.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice. Pigg, George W. George W. Pigg Pueblo Chieftain - December 11, 1989 George W. Pigg, 59, passed away Dec. 10, 1989 following a lengthy illness. Born Feb. 21, 1930 in Pueblo County to Paul Se. and Leila J. Pigg, who both preceded him in death, as did his brother Paul in 1988. Self-employed farmer and rancher south of Pueblo. A U.S. veteran of the Korean War. In earlier years was employed by CF&I, Hess Livestock Commission co., and Morgan Welding. Married Nov. 18, 1961 to Louise Fass, who survives as do his children, Barbara, Donna (David) Klamm, George Wesley, all of Pueblo. Survived also by sister-in-law, Betty Pigg of Pueblo; grandson Michael Klamm and numerous nieces. Service 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13, 1989, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steven Warren officiating. Burial family plot, George w. Pigg Ranch, where friends and relatives are invited to attend. Family will receive friends following burial at Klamm residence. Pigg, Louise Louise Pigg - Pueblo Chieftain - June 14, 1998 - Louise Pigg, age 59, passed away June 12, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband, George W. Pigg in 1989- by her daughter, Barbara Pigg in 1996- and by her parents, Harvey and Mildred Fass. She is survived by her children, Donna Klamm and George (Lisa) Pigg, both of Pueblo- son-in-law, Jack Rosselot of Pueblo- grandchildren, Joshua and Monica Rosselot, Michael and Matthew Klamm, Kasie, Sarah and Conner Pigg- and by her brother, Louis (Peggy) Fass, all of Pueblo- and also by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Pigg taught in Pueblo School District No. 60, Midwest Business College and later at the Pueblo College of Business. She was a member of Faith United Methodist Church. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, with interment to follow at the George W. Pigg Family Cemetery, south of Pueblo. Viewing hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The family will receive friends at their home following the interment. Pighetti, Antonio Antonio Pighetti - Walsenburg World January 11, 1912 - Died at Round Oak, Colo., December 14, 1911, Antonio Pighetti age 33 years. Pigman, Everett C. Everett C. Pigman - Pueblo Chieftain - July 10, 1986 - Everett C. Pigman of 713 South Carrizo, Pueblo West, July 9, 1986. Father of Donald (Audrienne) Pigman of the family home. Services and interment, Newark, Ohio. Pikado, Anton Anton Pikado - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Anton Pikado is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Anton Pikado as an Austrian, age 20, and single. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pike, Edward Eugene Edward Eugene "Gene" Pike - Pueblo Chieftain - November 10, 2004 - Edward Eugene "Gene" Pike, 69, passed away Nov. 8, 2004. Survived by his wife, Rosalee Pike; children, Turene (Gene) Lombard, Rodney (Rita) Pike, Laurene Trujillo, Kimberly Pike, Donnie (Dannette) Pike and Kirk (Shannon) Pike; brothers, Ronald (Karen) Pike and Richard Pike; mother-in-law, Mabel Garcia; aunt, Joretta (Bill) Sorenson, all of Pueblo; and 17 grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Lisle O. and Hildred Pike; brother, Jerry Pike; and grandson, Rodd Pike. Born Sept. 11, 1935, in Pueblo, Gene was a 1954 graduate of Centennial High School. He retired from the CF&I as foreman of the tube mill and was a member of Parkhill Baptist Church. He will lie in state at the funeral home from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, and from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004, at Calvary Church, 5 Tulane, Pueblo, with Pastor David Asch officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pike, Lisle O. Lisle O. Pike - Pueblo Chieftain - August 14, 1987 - Lisle O. Pike, 72, passed away Aug. 12, 1987, at the VA Nursing Home in Florence, Colo. He is survived by his sons, Gene (Rosa-lee) Pike, Ron (Karen) Pike and Rich Pike, all of Pueblo. He also is survived by eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Mr. Pike is preceded in death by his wife, Hildred E. Pike, and his son, Jerry Pike. Born on May 29, 1915, in LeGrande, Ore. Mr. Pike was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during WW II. He retired from the CF&I Coke Plant in 1975. Mr. Pike was a member of the Park Hill Baptist Church. Visitation hours from noon until 8 p.m. today at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service at. 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 1987, at Imperial Chapel, with Pastor Leaon Griswold officiating. Interment, Resthaven, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pike, Nellie M. Nellie M. Pike - Pueblo Chieftain - February 17, 1987 - Nellie M. Pike, passed away at her home on Feb. 16, 1987. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry P. Pike, in 1960. She is survived by three daughters, Marie Beck of the family home, Aline Eichelberger of Denver, and Lennia Cates of Tahuya, Wash.; one grandson, Dr. J. Michael (Barbara) Beck, Pueblo; three granddaughters, Charline Klopfenstein, Pleasanton, Kan., Marguerite (Robert) Seiggen and Marie Eichelberger, Denver; five great-grandchildren and two great great-grandchildren. Also survived by sisters, Jennie Cooley of Pueblo, Edith (Allen) Rice of Prosser* Wash., and Catherine (Ralph) Gordon of San Jacinto, Calif.; brother, Herbert (Gloria) Morris of Bakersfield, Calif., and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Pike was a well-known china painter and teacher. She was a charter member of the International Porcelain Aft Teachers, the World Organization of China Painters, the Columbine China Decorators of Pueblo^ and the Pueblo Art Guild. Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Faith United Methodist Church, 121 Adams Ave., of which she was a member, with Pastor Kenneth A. Fineran officiating. The family requests no food or flowers. Pike, Zelda Zelda Pike - Pueblo Chieftain - December 13, 2005 - Zelda Pike, 84, born Nov. 2, 1921, in Agate, Colo., passed away Dec. 11, 2005. Survived by her beloved companion, David Jones; her son, Terry Pike and his wife, Judy, of Severance, Colo.; her daughter, Trudy Wayne of Longmont, Colo.; five grandchildren and their spouses, Melissa Crowley, Jennifer Madrich, Timothy Pike, Megan Kearney, Casey Pike, Scott Wayne; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion Pike, in 1983. Zelda was a longtime member of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, where she had been active in the Bishops Guild, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary, and BPOE of Canon City. Zelda worked from home selling cosmetics for 50 years and she also taught piano. Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her memory to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 1207 Pueblo Boulevard, Pueblo, CO, 81005. Pikier, Fred Fred Pikier - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Fred Pikier is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Fred Pikier as an Austrian, age 40, and married with three surviving children. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. The newspapers list him as Fred Cikler. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pilafas, Helen Helen Pilafas - Pueblo Chieftain - February 07, 2001 - Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Trisagion, 7 p.m. Wednesday, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 1010 Spruce Ave., Pueblo. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pile, Ruby L. Ruby L. Pile - Pueblo Chieftain - January 26, 1987 - Ruby L. Pile, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Jan. 24, 1987. She is survived by her husband, Joseph L. Pile of the family home; sons, Robert D. (Retta) Pile, La Junta, and Larry J. (Sandi) Pile, Newbury Park, Calif.; mother, Mrs. Pearl Yockey, Waverly, Kan.; brothers, Willard Yockey, Waverly, Kan.; Merle Yockey, Wichita, Kan.; and sister, Bernice Baker, Topeka, Kan. Also survived by seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother, Harold Yockey, in 1986. Born June 30, 1915, in Melvern, Kan., and had been a longtime Pueblo resident. Member of the First Southern Baptist Church and Chapter No. 68, Order of Eastern Star, Melvern, Kan. Service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Rouch Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Oscar Hibpshman officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of your choice in memory of Mrs. Pile. Pile, Ruth B. Ruth B. Pile - Pueblo Chieftain - January 02, 2004 - Ruth B. Pile, 92, passed away on Dec. 31, 2003. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Ross; son, J. Daniel Humble; son-in-law, Clarence Kenworthy; five brothers and sisters. She is survived by her two daughters, Barbara Chlo (Stanley) Grundy and Joy Kenworthy; daughter-in-law, Shirley Humble; 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She married Oren Pierce Humble in 1928, with whom she started her family. After his untimely death in 1944, she subsequently married and was widowed three additional times during her life. Ruth was born July 31, 1911, in Tennyson, Texas, and lived a long and productive life. A loving, maternal and deeply spiritual person, she unselfishly helped many others during her life. She retired from the Pueblo Postal Employees Federal Credit Union. Ruth loved to travel worldwide and was a published writer. But her greatest treasure was her extended family, for which she would do or give anything. She is loved and will be missed by all. The family thanks Dr. Darrow, Eileen Boller and all of Ruth's caregivers. She will lie in state at the funeral home from 2 to 6 p.m. today. Ruth was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, 84 Stanford Ave., for many years, where services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2004, with Pastor Conley Henderson officiating. Private family interment in Penrose Cemetery, Penrose, Colo. Those who desire may make memorials to First Church of the Nazarene or a charity of choice, through the funeral home. Pillar, Steve Steve Pillar Bayfield Blade December 31, 1915 Man Killed in "Demonstration" Pueblo Demonstrating to a crowd of Italians how he would deal with a highwayman who attempted to rob him, Miracola Varlinger, aged 23, pointed a revolver at Steve Pillar, 45, pulled the trigger and sent a bullet through his head. Pillar died instantly. Pillich, Lucy C. Lucy C. Pillich - Pueblo Chieftain - December 18, 2003 - Lucy C. Pillich, 87, passed away Dec. 14, 2003. Preceded in death by parents, Quirino and Rosenda Cordova; brothers, Bill and Max Cordova; sisters, Albina Garcia and Esther Bustos. Survived by son, Ray (Liz) Mizer of Pueblo; daughter, Frances Henley of Florida; sister, Rose (A.J.) Cortez of Pueblo; grandsons, Danny, Jacob and Dave; granddaughters, Stephanie, Robin and Crystal; three great-granddaughters, two great-grandsons; special nephew and niece, Ralph and Rose Martinez; as well as numerous other relatives and friends. Lucy enjoyed mentoring in the schools and working with youth services, loved her pets, "Mindy and Buster," and was respected and loved by all. She will be sadly missed. At Lucy's request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. today, Dec. 18, 2003, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the spay and neuter clinic. Pillitteri, Ciro James Ciro James Pillitteri - Pueblo Chieftain - April 16, 2000 - Ciro James Pillitteri, 81, New Orleans, formerly of Pueblo, died March 17, 2000. Predeceased by parents, Frank and Salvatricia Pillitteri; brothers, Joseph, Anthony and Dominic Pillitteri; and sister, Sarah Carlucci. Survived by wife of 58 years, Juanita Coye Pillitteri; daughter, Sylvia (Clarence) Pierron; grandchildren, Shelley (Thomas) Sterken and Alison (Michael) Authement; two great-grandchildren; sister, Josephine (Fred) Strauss; sister-in-law, Catherine Pillitteri; and numerous nieces and nephews. Service was held in New Orleans on March 20. Pillitteri, Dominic J. Sr. Dominic J. "Six Foot" Pillitteri, Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - October 5, 1987 - Dominic J. "Six Foot" Pillitteri, Sr., Oct. 3. 1987. Father of Roxanne (Lance) Hill, Dominic Pillitteri Jr., and Sheri D. Pillitteri, all of Pueblo. Brother of Josephine (Fred) Strauss, Pueblo, Sarah (Nick) Carlucci, Los Angeles, Calif., and Ciro (Juanita) Pillitteri, New Orleans, La. Survived also by sister-in-law, Kate Pillitteri, grandson, Bret Hill, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by brothers, Tony Pillitteri and Joseph Pillitteri. Mr. Pillitteri served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He had been employed as a salesman at Sears prior to his retirement. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorials may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society, 102 W. Orman, Pueblo. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Our Lady of the Assumption Church. Interment, Roselawn. The family will greet friends after the committal service Tuesday at 2121 Rosewood. Pillow, John John Pillow - Walsenburg - November 1927 - John Pillow, said to be 110 years old, near Badito. Pillow voted for Lincoln when he was 40 years old. [Editor's note: Pillow, John 10/30/1927 WI 11/3/1927 1 WW 11/3/1927 1 Age 110, born England 1817, died on Miller Ranch.] Pillsbury, J. P. Reverend J. P. Pillsbury Castle Rock Journal July 22, 1904 More Local Rev. J. P. Pillsbury who was adjudged insane here and committed to the asylum at Pueblo on June 30, died at that place on the 14th inst. Pilonetti, Ruth Linette Ruth Linette Pilonetti - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - March 02, 1992 - Ruth Linette Pilonetti, 76, of Colorado Springs, formerly of Walsenburg, died Feb. 28, 1992, at a local hospital. She had worked at a hospital in Walsenburg. Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home, 335 E. Main in Trinidad. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Joseph Fisher officiating. Burial will be at Trinidad Catholic Cemetery. Mullare-Murphy is handling arrangements. Mrs. Pilonetti was born Sept. 25, 1915, in Washington, Ill., to Charles and Evelyn Jacquis. She had lived in Colorado Springs for a year. She previously lived in San Angelo, Texas and Omaha, Neb. She attended school in Walsenburg. She was married in May of 1940, in Raton, N.M., to Peter Michael Pilonetti, who is deceased. She is survived by a son, Col. Dennis Pilonetti of Colorado Springs; two sisters, Mary Swann of Colorado and Laura Roberts of Lindsey, Calif.; and two grandchildren. Pimlott, Paul R. Paul R. Pimlott - Pueblo Chieftain - September 30, 2004 - Paul R. Pimlott departed this life on Sept. 18, 2004, in Pueblo. Paul was born Aug. 2, 1933, in Mountain View, Mo., and had been a longtime Pueblo resident. He owned and operated gas/service stations in Pueblo for many years. Private services and interment will be held in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Norway, Kan., at a later date. Pina, Aurora Aurora Pina - Pueblo Chieftain - January 12, 1987 - Aurora Pina, 812 E. Third, died at Swedish Hospital in Denver. She was born on Dec. 29, 1922. She was a homemaker. She was married to Floyd A. Pina who survives. Her parents were Joseph Corrales and Rachel Muniz. Surviving also is a son, Floyd Pina Jr., and his wife, Nora, of Pueblo; grandchildren, Jacqueline, James, Jason; a daughter, Margaret (Thomas) McCabe and their son, Joseph, of Littleton; a daughter, Jeanette Pina, of Pueblo; son, Lupe Corrales; brother, Joseph Corrales, Jr., of Chula Vista, Calif.; three sisters, Victoria Guzman, Mary, and Rachel McClean, all of Scottsbluff. She was a member of St. Leander Catholic Church of Pueblo. Rosary, 6:30 p.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Peter Catholic Church. Interment Valley View Cemetery in Ordway The family suggests memorials to the American Diabetes Association in care of Sillin Funeral Home in Ordway. Pine, Ann M. Ann M. Pine - Pueblo Chieftain - December 20, 1987 - Ann M. Pine, born Oct. 23, 1900 in Allegheny, Pa., passed away at a local hospital in Pueblo. Ann was a former Pueblo resident, but moved to Denver where she lived at 1401 Madison for 50 years. Survived by sisters Mamie L. Welch of Pueblo, Eleanor "Nellie" Welch of Washington. D.C., brother John (Margaret) Welch of Pueblo, and three nieces. Predeceased by father Edwin E. Welch, mother Mary K. Welch, brother Francis E. Welch. Ann worked at the State Capitol and retired from the U.S. Department of Air Force, Lowry Field Airbase. She was a member of the First Divine Science Church of Denver, the Denver Women's Club, the Denver Art League, and was well-known in art circles in Denver. Private services at Fairmount Cemetery, Denver. Pineda, Alberta Alberta Pineda - Pueblo Chieftain - June 12, 2003 - Alberta Pineda, 56, of Boulder, went home to be with the Lord, June 8, 2003. Born Sept. 22, 1946, in Walsenburg, Colo. Preceded in death by her parents, Lucy Cortez and Albert Pineda, and one brother. Survived by her former husband and friend, John L. Gomez; son, Juan Gomez; daughters, Carla Kaplan Gomez, Tess Gomez; also survived by seven brothers, two sisters and one grandchild. Please join her family for the memorial Mass at St. Leander Church, 10 a.m. Friday. Relatives and friends will be received at church hall after Mass. Pineda, Benseslado Benseslado Pineda - Pueblo Chieftain - November 20, 1937 Benseslado Pineda, 75, local hospital Friday. Arrangements later. Roach Funeral Home Pineda, David David Pineda - Pueblo Chieftain - July 27, 1997 - David Pineda, 15, of Wiley, died of accidental drowning Friday, July 25, 1997. Rosary scripture service, 7 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday. Both services at St. Francis de Sales Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Visitation, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Valley Memorial-Lamar. Burial in the Wiley Cemetery. Memorial contributions to David Oineda Memorial Fund in care of State Bank of Wiley, Colorado East Bank or Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel. Pineda, Delfa A. Delfa A. Pineda - Pueblo Chieftain - February 05, 1986 - Delfa A. Pineda, 62, late of 1813 Brimmer, and formerly of 1610 W. 16th, died Feb. 3, 1986. Preceded in death by husband, Alfonso Pineda Sr., Aug. 11, 1980; mother, Cirilia Romero in 1969; and father, Joe Elias Romero in 1981. Survived by children, Marcella (Robert) Rocca of Midland, Pa.; Orlando (Elizabeth) Pineda, Maria (John) Gonzales, Alfonso (Susan) Pineda Jr. and David (Jane) Pineda, all of Pueblo; Albert (Terrie) Pineda of Northglenn; Joesette (Frank) Terrones of Denver; and Dorothy Sena of Pueblo. A sister of Jenero Romero of Utah; Guy Romero of Arizona; Waldo Romero of Arkansas; Fannie Romero of Pagosa Springs; Elias Romero of Durango; Pasqualita Maez, and Juanita Gallegos, both of Pagosa Springs; and Viola Baca of Denver. Fifteen grandchildren also survive. Recitation of rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday, and Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Thursday, both services at Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at 2730 Atlanta, home of son, Orlando, and 1813 Brimmer, home of daughter, Maria. Pineda, Earl L. Earl Lloyd Pineda - Huerfano World - February 3, 1994 - Earl Lloyd Pineda of Denver, formerly of Walsenburg, died January 21, 1994. Born Jan. 26, 1953 in Walsenburg, funeral mass was Jan. 25 from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Denver. Survivors include his wife, Kathy, Denver; a son, Earl and a daughter Valerie, his father, Patrick; three sisters, Barbara Trujillo, Margaret Brown and Roberta Castillo, one brother, Dave Pineda, half brothers and sisters, grandmother Della Salas and grandfather Jeromie Martinez. Pineda, Irvin J. Sr. Irvin J. Pineda Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - January 12, 1987 - Irvin J. Pineda Sr., of Pueblo, Jan. 10, 1987. Husband of Mary Pineda, Pueblo. Father of Alberta Montoya, Sabrina Pineda, U.S. Army, Fort Carson, and Irvin Pineda Jr., all of Pueblo. Stepfather of Charles Pittman. Son of Benita Pineda, Walsenburg. Brother of John, Garden City, Kan.; Lee, Hayward, Calif.; and Ed Pineda, San Jose, Calif.; Anita Velasquez, Pueblo; Helen Maes, Castro Valley, Calif.; Louise Pope, Hayward, Calif.; and Patricia Martinez, Lincoln, Neb. Also survived by five grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Services, St. Mary Church. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Monday, and Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment, North St. Mary Cemetery. The casket will not be opened by request of the family. Pineda, Jose Robert Jose Robert Pineda - Pueblo Chieftain - September 20, 2001 - Jose Robert Pineda of Walsenburg died Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2001. Mr. Pineda is survived by his wife, Marlene Pineda; son, Robert (Yvette) Pineda; mother, Alice Mestas; stepmother, Emily Pineda; brothers and sisters, Ermina Martinez, Raymond Martinez, Bernard Mestas, Willy Mestas, Dolly (Levy) Garcia, Diane Mestas, Danny Mestas, Jackie Mestas, Bernadine Torres, Dale Mestas; grandchildren, Angela Pineda, Travis Pineda; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father, Nabor Pineda. Mr. Pineda was a retired construction worker, an avid fisherman and outdoorsman, loved walking and was a sports fan. Pineda, Joseph Alfonso Joseph Alfonso Pineda - Huerfano World - May 17, 1990 - Joseph Alfonso Pineda, 91, of Walsenburg, died Saturday, May 12, 1990, in Pueblo in St. Mary Corwin Hospital. Born Aug. 29, 1898, in Bear Creek, he was raised in the Huerfano County area. He married Clara Quintana in February, 1942 and the couple made their home in Walsenburg. Mr. Pineda worked the local coal mines as well as being the custodian of the First National Bank for 20 years. Mr. Pineda also was known for his violin music at weddings, birthdays and local celebrations. Survivors include his wife Clara; three daughters, Juanita Cravens and Mary Ellen Neal, both of Broomfield and Cora Davis, Minnesota; a son, Joe M. Pineda, Pueblo; a sister, Emilia Garcia, Walsenburg; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was Wednesday from St. Mary Church. Burial was in Sand Arroya Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of arrangements. Pineda, Joseph M. Sr. Joseph M. Pineda Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - November 02, 1997 - Joseph M. Pineda Sr., born Sept. 8, 1919, passed away Oct. 29, 1997. Mr. Pineda is survived by his wife, Rose- children, Yvonne (Russell) Meyerhofer, Joseph T. (Sandra) Pineda Jr.- grandchildren, Brigitta and Rose Catherine Meyerhofer, Joelene and Bryton Pineda- step-grandchildren, Brandon Gonzales and Justyn Trujillo. Mr. Pineda was a retired Master Sergeant from the U.S. Army after 21 years of service. He also worked as a surgical technician at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital for 20 years, retiring in 1984. Rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday. Both services at Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pineda, Juan N. Juan N. Pineda - Huerfano World - August 5, 1993 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1951: Juan N. Pineda, who died last week, is said to have been born in La Veta in 1854 and he played with the Navajos as a child. [Editor's Note: Juan N. Pineda died July 23, 1951. Obituary listed July 24, 1951, Page 1.] Pineda, Maria Ignacia Maria Ignacia Pineda - Walsenburg World - August 31, 1911 - Died at Bear Creek, August 24, 1911, Maria Ignacia Pineda infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Policarpio Pineda, age 4 days. Pineda, Marlene J. Marlene J. Pineda - Pueblo Chieftain - May 31, 2002 - Marlene J. Pineda, 65, passed away in Pueblo, May 29, 2002. Marlene was a native and lifetime resident of Walsenburg, Colo. Born Oct. 7, 1936. Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Pineda; and her parents, Louis and DuLecenea Garcia. Survived by her son, Robert L. (Yvette) Pineda; grandchildren, Angela and Travis Pineda. She enjoyed the special talks she had with her grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at St. Mary's Church in Walsenburg. Reception to follow at the Mazone Hall. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Johnson-Romero Family Funeral Home. Pineda, Nabor Nabor Pineda - Huerfano World - November 19, 1992 - Nabor Pineda, 77, of Lemon Grove, CA, formerly of Walsenburg, died in that community Nov. 7, 1992. Survivors include his wife, Emeline; a son Robert Pineda, Walsenburg; four sisters, Emily Ballew, Mary Casias and Lillian Mulaney, all of California and Virginia Martinez, Pueblo; two brothers, Tim and Albert Pineda, both of Pueblo; one grandson and two-great-grandchildren. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery in Lemon Grove. Pineda, Rose V. Rose V. Pineda - Pueblo Chieftain - December 08, 2001 - Rose V. Pineda born Aug. 24, 1923, passed away Dec. 7, 2001. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph M. Pineda Sr. in 1997. Survived by her children, Yvonne (Russell) Meyerhofer, Joseph T. (Sandra) Pineda Jr.; grandchildren, Brigitta and Rose Catherine Meyerhofer, Joelene and Bryton Pineda, Brandon Gonzales and Justyn Trujillo. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pineda, Theodore G. Theodore "Ted" G. Pineda - Huerfano World - April 14, 1994 - Theodore "Ted" G. Pineda, 74, of Walsenburg, died Apr. 5, 1994 in University Hospital in Denver after a 16-month battle with cancer. Born May 2, 1919, in Ideal, he attended school there and started work in the coal mines at the age of nine. He married the former Susie Martinez in New Mexico June 4, 1949. He entered the Army in 1944 serving with the 361st Field Artillery Battalion until 1946 attaining the rank of private first class. Upon his return he went back to work in the coal mines for 26 years until they closed in 1954. For several years he worked for a local funeral home before he was elected County Assessor in 1966. He served one term as assessor until 1970. After that time he worked construction, contracting for the federal government, building HUD homes in Walsenburg. Mr. Pineda was an avid fisherman, hunter, herbologist and geologist. He was a member of the American Legion and past post and district commander of VFW Post #2643 and St. Mary Church. Survivors include his wife, Susie, Walsenburg; his children, Kathy Cordova, Walsenburg, Carol Pineda, Toni Ann Anderson, Frances Lee Pineda and Theodore J. Pineda, all of Denver, Kenneth Pineda, Walsenburg, Virgil Pineda, Woodland Park, Rita Lovinger, Pueblo West and Garfield Pineda, Walsenburg; two sisters, Ersie Cordova, Pueblo and Emma Vigil, Walsenburg; 15 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral mass was Saturday from St. Mary Church. Burial was in North St. Mary Cemetery. Pineda, Tom G. Tom G. Pineda Albuquerque Journal April 27, 2000 - Tom G. Pineda, 76, an Albuquerque resident since 1957, died Monday, April 24, 2000. He is survived by his son, Raymond Pineda and wife, Margaret; daughter, Mary Ann Coalson and husband Timothy, all of Albuquerque; grandsons, Anthony Pineda and wife, Sara of Cedar Grove, NM, Michael Pineda, and wife, Tracy, of Los Lunas; brothers, Ladislao Pineda and wife, Devon of Trinidad, CO, Gilbert Pineda and wife, Helen of Fresno, CA; several nieces, nephews, friends including his special friends at the Village at Alameda where he resided. His wife, Carmen F. Pineda, preceded him in death in 1997. Mr. Pineda was a barber at the NCO Club for 40 years and had served as manager of several of the barbershops at Kirtland AFB. Tom developed many relationships with patrons who came to his shops, and he never met a stranger. He worked as a volunteer over the years by giving free haircuts at the VA Hospital and other hospitals and most recently he served as a volunteer leading social activities at the Village at Alameda. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE with Sophie Gurule, reciting. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 28, 2000, at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas and Tennessee with Father Luis Jaramillo, celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Pineda, Anthony Pineda, Rudy Fourzan, Larry Bernal, Porspero Sedillo and Frank Melton. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE, Thursday, April 27, 2000 from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Pinelle, Agnita Agnita Pinelle - Pueblo Chieftain - February 19, 2000 - Agnita Pinelle, 75, passed away Feb. 17, 2000. Survived by children, Violet Shaw (Carrington Jones), Robert Grissom, Rex (Lynette) Grissom, Rachel (Chuck) Atencio, Roy Grissom, Virgil Grissom, Galen Grissom, all of Colorado, Thomas (Jan) Luther, Missouri, Margaret (Jim) Litle, Montana, Georgia Kron, Colorado, and Donna Miller, Oklahoma. Also survived by cousin, Janet MacFarlane, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Jack Pinelle; first husband, Arthur A. Grissom; child, Clarence A. Grissom; and parents, Robert V. Karr and Violet Alexander Karr. Agnita was a longtime volunteer with SRDA. Private family services will be held. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Please omit food. Donations can be made in Mrs. Pinelle's memory to Sangre de Cristo Hospice through the funeral home. Pinelle, Jack C. Jack C. Pinelle - Pueblo Chieftain - August 20, 1997 - Jack C. Pinelle, 76, passed away Aug. 18, 1997. Survived by his wife, Aggie Pinelle, of the family home- sons, Jim (Babe) Pinelle and Anthony (Tonya) Pinella, both of Pueblo- brother, Joseph (Pauline) Pinelle of Pueblo- numerous stepchildren, including Rachael (Chuck) Atencio and Rex (Lynette) Grissom- grandchildren, Jackie Pinelle, Nicki Pinelle, Chris Pinelle, Naomi Atencio, Ricky Atencio, Michael Grissom, Genette Grissom, Kyle Grissom and Ashley Grissom- and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Born to Vito and Caroline Pinelle on Aug. 17, 1921, in Vineland, Colo. He will lie in state from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral Mass and special prayers will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, 1997, at St. Joseph Church, 1145 S. Aspen, with the Rev. Father Robert Carden as celebrant. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pinelle, Joseph V. Sr. Joseph V. Pinelle Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - August 04, 2000 - Joseph V. Pinelle Sr., age 80, passed away Aug. 1, 2000. He was born on Dec. 22, 1919, to Vito and Caroline Pinelle, who preceded him in death. Mr. Pinelle is survived by his wife, Pauline Pinelle; and children, Michael (Rona) Pinelle, Paula (Sam) Geonetta, Vic Pinelle and Lisa (Dan) DeNise. Grandfather of Mike, Mark and Julie Pinelle, Andrew and Adam Geonetta and Douglas DeNise. Also survived by five great-grandchildren and numerous extended family members. He is preceded in death by his brother, Jack Pinelle. Mr. Pinelle was a World War II Army veteran and a member of the Nocturnal Adoration Society, a life member of the Knights of Columbus, VFW American Legion and Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE). He retired from Otterstein Distribution Company in 1979 and after his retirement managed Bowlero Lanes Restaurant and Lounge. Funeral Mass, Saturday, 9:30 a.m., St. Joseph Church in Blende. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. Piner, Esther June Esther June Piner - Huerfano World - February 1, 1990 - Esther June Piner died Jan. 8, 1990, in Rock Springs, WY. Born May 25, 1930 in Walsen Camp, the daughter of John and Rose Young, she attended school in La Veta, graduating in 1950. She married Norman Piner Oct. 8, 1955 and they divorced in 1972. She is survived by one son, Terry, three grandchildren and one sister, Mary Mae Young of La Veta. Memorial service was held Jan. 20 from the First Baptist Church in La Veta. Burial was in La Veta Cemetery. Pinkerton, Stewart M. Stewart M. Pinkerton - Huerfano World - March 4, 1993 - Stewart M. "Tip" Pinkerton Jr., 1st Lt. USMC, retired, 58, of El Paso, TX, and formerly of La Veta, died Saturday, Feb. 27, 1993. A resident of El Paso for 29 years, he was an officer at the Bank of El Paso from 1964 to 1974 and an officer at Continental National Bank from 1974 to 1982. He was also an active businessman and investor in the City of El Paso. Pinkerton Addition in La Veta was owned by Mr. Pinkerton and, he helped to develop that area while living in Huerfano County. Survivors include his wife, Mary Lee, El Paso; three sons, John Pinkerton, El Paso, Matthew Winston, Norman, OK, and Fred Winston, Houston, TX; his father, Stewart M. Pinkerton Sr., Silver City, NM; two sisters, Virginia Cordell, Cliff, NM, and Helen Murray, Tucson, AZ. Funeral service was Tuesday at Pro Cathedral Church of St. Clement. Private burial followed the service. Futrell Funeral Home of El Paso was in charge of arrangements. Pinkham, Russell Russell Pinkham - Pueblo Chieftain - March 11, 2006 - Russell Pinkham passed away March 7, 2006. Russell worked as a logger and carpenter. He enjoyed fishing, golfing with friends and Texas hold em' poker. He will be greatly missed by a large family, and the many good friends he made in Pueblo. Russell will be inurned in Oregon where his family resides. Pinkston, James H. James H. Pinkston - Pueblo Chieftain - October 04, 1986 - James H. Pinkston, late of Midway, passed away Oct. 3, 1986, in Colorado Springs. Mr. Pinkston served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He is survived by two stepdaughters and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at Mountain View Cemetery. Mr. Pinkston will lie in state from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday and from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Pino, Albert James Albert James Pino - Huerfano World - December 6, 2007 - Albert James Pino was born to Simon Pino and Isabel Aguirre on May 23, 1940 in Gardner. He left home to serve the Lord on Nov. 29, 2007 at the tender age of 67 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Mildred Shafter, brothers, Mike Pino and Jerry Pino and grandson, Derek James Cordova. He is survived by his wife, Josephine "Josie" Castro Pino; children, Karen (Tom) Power, Robert "Tony" Pino, Theresa Pino (Lenny Marquez), Gary (Kim) Pino, Anthony (Stacy) Pino, Lori (Bill) Cordova and Claude (Rebecca) Pino. Surviving siblings include: Savino (Adeline) Pino, Delia (Benny) Rincon, George Pino, Patricia "Patsy" (George) Steffani, Roy (Kathy) Pino, Caroline "Carrie" (Gerald) Wilson, Leonard (Anna) Pino and Edward (Sandy) Pino. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive him. Albert was the great-grandson of Pioneer Antonio Sotelo Pino. He enjoyed being in the mountains, hunting, fishing, the Broncos and especially being with his family and friends. He was currently serving as President of The Spanish Peaks Water Association. Funeral Mass was on Monday, Dec. 3, from St. Mary Catholic Church in Walsenburg. Burial will be in the Pino Family Cemetery located in Badito immediately following the services. Pino, Anthony J. Anthony J. Pino - Huerfano World - January 2, 1992 - Funeral mass for Anthony J. Pino, 33, of Garden City, KS, formerly of Walsenburg, was Saturday Dec. 21 from St. Mary Church in Walsenburg. Mr. Pino died Dec. 15, 1991, in Wesley Hospital in Wichita, KS. Born Oct. 21, 1958, in Pueblo, he was raised and attended school in Walsenburg. He lived in Colorado Springs for a short time graduating from Harrison High School and later joined an ROTC group at the Air Force Academy. He later worked at a care center in that city and for Pizza Hut in Walsenburg. In 1987, he moved to Garden City where he was employed at the Iowa Beef Packing plant. After about three years he contracted carpal tunnel syndrome and was forced to change jobs. He began working at the Pizza Hut in Garden City where he was assistant manager. On Nov. 19, he awoke blind and later became paralyzed. He was taken to the Garden City Hospital and later transferred to Wesley Hospital in Wichita where he died., Survivors include his wife, Helen, Garden City; his parents, Fred and Genevia Pino of Walsenburg; two brothers, Ron Pino, Phoenix, AZ, and Joseph B. Pino Walsenburg; three sisters, Roberta Pino and Nancy Pino, Walsenburg and Margaret Olivas, Colorado Springs; his grandfather, Sotero Pino, California; nieces, nephews and cousins. Burial was in Huerfano Masonic Cemetery. Boies Almont was in charge of arrangements. Pino, Arturo Jesus Arturo Jesus Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 1987 - Arturo Jesus Pino, 1618 Brown, departed this life Oct. 26, 1987. Born April 14, 1930, in Mora, N.M., he retired from the PDA in 1978. Survivors include his wife Evangeline Montoya- Pino, Pueblo, children Andrew John Pino, Barbara (James) Gallegos, Theresa (Anthony) Pino, Susan Pino, all of Pueblo; two sisters, Eleanor (Octavino) Gonzales, Pueblo, Dolores (Frank) Martinez, Mora, N.M.; one brother, Richardo (Angela) Pino, Santa Fe, N.M.; six grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Rosary recitation 7 p.m. Wednesday, Angelus Chapel, Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Joseph Church, Blende. Full military honors by Honor Guard of Fort Carson at graveside Roselawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the home. Pino, Daniel Leroy Daniel Leroy Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - December 30, 2004 - Daniel Leroy Pino, 17, departed this life unexpectedly on Dec. 24, 2004. Born June 5, 1987, in Denver, Colo., to Dino Montoya and Beverly Pino. Preceded in death by his father; grandparents, Steve and Gloria Jean Archuleta, Edulia Montoya and Manuel Perea. Survived by his mother, Beverly (Chele Chavez) Pino; his companion, Leticia DelaCruz; daughter, Alexis Pino; six brothers, two sisters; uncles, Jerry Montoya, Johnny Archuleta and Danny (Frieda) Pino; aunts, Janelle Montoya, Regina (Anthony) Tapia and Stephanie (Mike) Gallegos; also other relatives and friends. Rosary, 1 p.m. Friday, and funeral Mass 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31, 2004; both services at St. Francis Xavier Church, with Father Tom Hinni, C.M., as celebrant. Cremation to follow. Family at 1633 W. 20th St. Pino, Della Ida Della Ida Pino - Huerfano World Journal - May 07, 2009 - Della Ida Pino, 92, was born June 22, 1916 and entered into Rest May 3, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Felix "Honey" and two sons: Claude Pino I and Everett Pino. She is survived by her sons and daughters: Jake (Sandy) Pino, Estella (Tom) Montez, Claude (Rosie) Pino, Loretta (Charles) Montoya, Dolores (Brad) Smith, Patricia (Ernest) Tapia and Clayton (Linda) Pino; her stepchildren: Arley (Pat) Pino and Della Garcia of California. She is also survived by six generations of grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Mom was an amazingly beautiful and extraordinary woman, who married Dad when she was 16 years old and he was 42. They lived and raised nine children on a small farm in Morning Glory, west of Walsenburg. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Services will be 10 am on Friday, May 8, 2009 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 121 E. 7th St., Walsenburg, CO. Burial will be at North St. Mary Cemetery, with reception to follow at Eagles Hall, 612 Main St., Walsenburg. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Boies-Ortega. Pino, Duvigan Duvigen "Dave" Pino - Huerfano World - August 10, 1989 - Duvigen "Dave" Pino [Jose Eduvigen Pino] - Duvigen "Dave" Pino, 84, of Walsenburg, died Monday morning, Aug. 8, 1989, in Huerfano Memorial Hospital emergency room. Born Sept. 1, 1904, in Badito to Miguel A. and Telesfora Montoya Pino, he was raised on the farm and ranch at lower Badito and attended country school. He ranched and farmed until 1965 when he moved into town. He became ill in early December and received a pace maker. Surviving Mr. Pino are his wife, Eusevia, of the family home; seven children, Evelyn Mackiewez, Colorado Springs, Victor Pino, Billy Pino, and Audrie Gonzales, Walsenburg, Alice Pacheco, Julia Vigil, Marie Martinez and Linda Montano, all of Pueblo; one brother, Sotero Pino, Pueblo; four sisters, Simonita Quintana, Helen Shelby, San Leandro CA; Grace Womer, Pleasanton, CA, and Millie Wesnowsky, Castro Valley, CA; 26 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 am. Thursday from St. Mary Church. Burial will be in Masonic Cemetery. Pino, Felix Anthony Felix Anthony Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - July 18, 1985 - Felix Anthony Pino, July 16, 1985. Husband of Mrs. Della Ida Pino, Walsenburg. Father of Jake (Sandra) Pino, Claude (Karen) Pino and Mrs. Loretta (Charles) Montoya, all of Walsenburg; Mrs. Stella (Tom) Montez and Clayton (Debbie) Pino, both of Pueblo; Mrs. Dolores DeValle, St. Paul, Minn.; Mrs. Patricia (Ernest) Tapia, Pueblo West; Mrs. Minnie Ross, Mrs. Della Ida Garcia, Feliz Pino Jr., Gasper Pino, Ernest Pino and Orlando Pino, all of California. Brother of John N. (Rose) Pino, Mrs. Amada Montez, Mrs. Dora Baca, all of Pueblo; Mrs. Juanita Heinze, Arizona, and Mrs. Ruby Maes, San Aleandro, Calif. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Services, St. Mary Church. Wake service, 7 p.m. Friday; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment, North St. Mary Cemetery. Huerfano World - July 13, 1989 - In Memoriam - In Loving Memory of Felix Pino, who rose away four years ago, July 16, 1985. - Verse - Sadly missed by wife and mother, Della Ida, and all the sons and daughters. Huerfano World - August 4, 2005 - In Memoriam - Felix A. Pino, in honor of your birthday, August 5, 1891 to July 16, 1984. You were so emblematic in installin in us confidence and love to go on with our lives. God Bless You. The Pino Family, Jake Pino. Pino, Filberto Filberto Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - September 19, 1987 - Filberto Pino, 88, died Sept. 17, 1987, at Denver General Hospital. Born Oct. 11, 1898, near Gardner. La Veta resident for the past 40 years. Survived by four daughters, three sons, 29 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, 20 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Monday. Both services at St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment, North Veta Cemetery. Pino, Florapo Florapo Pino - Walsenburg World January 11, 1912 - Died at Strong, Colo., December 16, 1911, Florapo Pino age 9 years, 4 months. Pino, Fred Fred Pino - Huerfano World - December 30, 2004 - Fred Pino passed away Dec. 23, 2004. He will be sadly missed by all friends and family. Pino, Genevia C.M. Genevia Cecelia Martinez Pino - Huerfano World - July 18, 2002 - Genevia Cecelia Martinez Pino, born in Walsenburg to Donacion and Margaret Martinez on Jan. 13, 1937, passed away on July 13, 2002. Preceded in death by sons Joseph, Freddie, Richard, Ruben, Anthony and Ronald Pino. Also preceded by brother Johnny Q. Martinez and nephew Anthony G. Maestas. Survived by son, Gabriel (Char) Pino; daughters, Roberta Pino, Margaret (Pete) Olivas and Nancy (David) Garcia; husband, Fred Pino; sister, Martha Sedillo; brother, Bernardo (Pat) Maestas; and grandchildren, Kristina Pino, James, Nicolas, Aaron and Amber Pino and Katrina, Tabitha and Brittany Olivas. Genevia enjoyed going to Cripple Creek, cooking and taking care of her family. She will be sadly missed by all of her family. Mass will be held at St. Mary Church at 2 p.m. Friday with Father Phil. Pino, Isabel Maria Isabel Maria Pino - Huerfano World - October 29, 1992 - Isabel Maria Pino [Maria Ysabel Aguirre] Huerfano Isabel Maria Pino, 82, of Walsenburg, died Oct. 22, 1992 in Long Term Care of Huerfano County Medical Center following a long illness. Born at Yellowstone to Flavio and Catalina Aguirre July 22, 1910, she was one of 11 children. She married Simon Pino in 1925 and was brought to the Pino Family homestead that was her home for 66 years. In later years she would spend many winters in California with her daughters. Following her first husband's death she married Filiberto Pino who died in the 1980's. Survivors of her 12 children include six sons, Sovino Pino, George Pino, Albert Pino, and Edward Pino, Walsenburg, and Simon Roy Pino, Denver and Leonard Pino, San Leandro, CA; four daughters, Mildred Schafter, San Leandro, CA, and Walsenburg, Della Rincon, Hayward, CA, and Patricia Steffani and Caroline Wilson, Herold, CA; three brothers, Joe Aguirre, Fort Collins, Perfidio Aguirre, La Veta and Eloy Aguirre, Tioga; 45 grandchildren and 80 great-grandchildren. Burial was in the Pino Family Cemetery following a memorial mass at J.M. Antle Funeral Home. Pino, Jasper Jasper Pino - Huerfano World - September 24, 1992 - Huerfano Jasper Pino died Sunday, Sept. 6, 1992, in Oakland, CA. Born in Turner in 1920 he was 72. Survivors include his wife, Cora Pino, Oakland; his children, Eugene Pino, Orlando Pino, Dolores Pacheco, Edward Pino, Clara Browning, Judy Boyles and Joe Pino Jr., all of California; brothers and sisters, Minnie Rose, Ida Garcia, Felix Pino Jr., Arley Pino and Jerry Pino, all of California; 24 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, seven half-brothers and sisters, his step-mother, nieces and nephews. Burial was in Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Hayward, CA. Pino, Jose B. Jose B. Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - July 21, 2002 - Jose B. Pino passed away July 18, 2002, in Pueblo. Services will be held on Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Cheyenne, Wyo. Pino, Jose Efren Jose Efren Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - May 30, 2000 - Jose Efren Pino, 83, of Pueblo, passed away May 28, 2000. Born on June 7, 1916, in Mora, N.M. Preceded in death by his parents, Luis E. and Emilia Cordova Pino; his wife, Clorinda G. Pino; two brothers, Canuto Montoya and Arturo Pino; and one sister, Vera Martinez. Survived by his children, Joe Louis Pino, Eva R. (Andy) Pino, and Linda M. (Dennis) Pino-Bustamante, all of Pueblo; grandchildren, Sirena Lopez, Roxanne Lopez and Melissa Pino; great-grandson, Elijah Solano; and numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives. Jose served in the U.S. Army three years and seven months during World War II with the 90th Infantry Division with the 3rd Army in the Invasion of France until the war ended in Czechoslovakia. He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting and Rockies baseball. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. Friday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday. Both services at St. Anne Church, Rev. James Friel, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Military honors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Relatives and friends will be received at St. Anne Church Hall after the interment. Pino, Juan N. Juan N. Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - August 27, 1986 - Juan N. Pino, late of 1117 Damson, a Pueblo resident since 1955 and formerly of Huerfano, died Aug. 25, 1986. Preceded in death by daughter, Angela Shirley Coble, May 14, 1980; and brother, Felix Pino, July 16, 1985. Survived by wife, Rose Pino; and children, John (Orlinda) Pino Jr., Tony (Mary) Pino, Sotelo (Viola) Pino, Leroy (Julie) Pino, Dora (Eddie) Medina, Rose Marie (Albert) Medina, Bernice (Joseph) Manzanares, Lorraine (Mike) Vigil, Frances (Tony) Fresquez, Alberta (Ronnie) Salazar, all of Pueblo; Margaret (Willie) Duran of Dallas, Texas; son-in-law, Bobby Coble, of Pueblo. A brother of Dora Baca and Amada Montez, both of Pueblo; Juanita Hines of Tucson, Ariz.; and Ruby Maes of San Leandro, Calif. He is also survived by 36 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and numerous nephews, nieces and other relatives. He was a coal miner. Mr. and Mrs. Pino had their 59th wedding anniversary, April 25, 1986. He enjoyed his grandchildren and enjoyed listening to his daughters sing and play the guitar. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Wednesday and Mass of Christian Burial, 1 p.m. Thursday. Both services at St. Leander Church. Interment, Roselawn. Family will receive friends at family home 1117 Damson. Pino, Manuel Manuel Pino - Huerfano World - June 3, 1993 - This Week in La Veta History - 1925: Died, Manuel Pino, a resident of this area since 1863. Pino, Manuel Manuel Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - March 28, 1927 - Manuel Pino, age 10 years, was accidentally killed Sunday evening. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Pino, four brothers, and four sisters, all of the family home, 2023 Albany Avenue. Body at the Geo. McCarthy Funeral Home. Announcement later. Pino, Maria Elizabeth Maria Elizabeth "Bella" Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - June 25, 2008 - Maria Elizabeth "Bella" Pino 66, of Walsenburg, died June 20, 2008. Rosary, 9 a.m. Thursday, June 26, 2008, followed by the Mass at 10 a.m., St. Mary Church in Walsenburg. Interment, Huerfano Masonic Cemetery. Huerfano World - June 26, 2008 - Maria Elizabeth Pino "Bella" born on February 4, 1942 went to be with the Lord on June 21, 2008. She is preceded in death by husband, Joe "Victor" Pino; parents, Valerio and Talpita Martinez; father-in-law Dave Pino; sisters Esmeria, Fern and Gerry; brother Luther; two sisters-in-laws and two brothers-in-laws. She is survived by her children, Arney Pino, Mike (Kathy) Pino, Maria (Nick) Urdiales; grandchildren, Natasha (Richard) Martinez, Mycal Pino (Sal Corral), Elisa Pino, Victor Sandoval, Jesus Pino, Dominica Pino; great-grandchildren, Davion, Julian, Faith, Angelo, and Isaiah; mother-in-law Eusevia Pino; sisters Cleo (John) Falsetta, Patsy (Leonard) Casias, Julia Serrato, Angelina Payne; brothers Phillip (Lola) Martinez, Johnny (Nancy) Martinez, Robert (Josie) Martinez; brothers and sisters-in-law Leroy Chavez, Della Martinez, Linda Herrera, Alice Pacheco, Audrey Pino, Bill Pino, several nieces, nephews and friends. She was a C.N.A. for 21 years and enjoyed caring for people. She loved making people laugh and was always joking. She loved listening to all kinds of music and enjoyed cooking. She loved her makeup, perfumes, and jewelry. She touched the lives of so many. We love you and will miss you so much. Services will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church on June 26, 2008. Rosary at 9 a.m. funeral mass at 10 a.m. Pino, Maria Raquel Maria Raquel Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - April 10, 1987 - Maria Raquel Pino, 89, died April 7, 1987, in Denver. Altar Society rosary, 8 p.m. Friday; Mass of Christian Burial, 11 a.m. Saturday. Both services at St. Mary Church in Walsenburg. Interment, Valdez Cemetery. Pino, Martha Martha Pino - Huerfano World - February 28, 2008 - Martha Pino of Lakewood, CO entered into rest February 24, 2008, Mrs. Pino was born, September 26, 1923 in Gardner, CO to Desiderio and Rachel Velarde. She was 84 years of age. She is survived by her husband Joseph Pino, Children; Frances Raleigh, Barbara Velarde, Loraine Pino, Lamont Pino, Michael Pino, Four sisters, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Eleanor and son Donald. Mrs. Pino enjoyed sewing, crocheting, cooking and gardening. She will be greatly missed. A funeral service will be held Thursday February 28, 2008 at 11 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Walsenburg; Father Chris Adinuba will be officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the loving care of Johnson-Romero Funeral Home of Walsenburg. Pino, Mary Mary Pino The Press-Enterprise December 23, 2004 Riverside, CA - Mary Pino passed away December 19, 2004 in Fontana at the age of 76 years. Born in Walsenburg, CO. to Fernando and Benigna Munoz. Mary grew up in Corona going to Corona Schools. She moved to Fontana in 1959 where she raised her family. Mrs. Pino is survived by her loving daughters, Virginia Hernandez and Shirley Zaragoza. Dear sister of Lupe Munoz, Salvador Munoz, Frances Munoz, Margaret Munoz, Gregory Munoz, Vera Harrison, Rosie Shirling and Angie Quintana. Devoted grandmother of Daniel Quintana, Logan and Pete Zaragoza and great-grandmother of Arissa Hernandez. Memorial Services will be conducted Wednesday, December 22, 2004 at 1 p.m. in Grimes-Akes Family's "Grace Chapel". Arrangements Entrusted To The Care Of: Grimes-Akes Family Funeral Home, Corona, CA. 737-3771 (951) 737-3771. Pino, Orlinda Orlinda Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - June 11, 2004 - Orlinda Pino, 70, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord, June 9, 2004. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who loved cooking, shopping, dancing and visiting with family and friends. Born June 11, 1933, in Yellowstone, Colo. Preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Mela Montoya; brother, Ben Montoya; sister, Julia Gonzales. Survived by husband of 55 years, John C. Pino; sons, John (JoAnne) Pino, Donald (Sandra) Pino; daughters, Gerri (Ben) Trujillo, Betty (Don) Calderon, Nancy (Henry) Hessen, Catherine (Mark) Pino-Gannon; brothers, Thomas (Sara) Montoya, Jake (Dorothy) Montoya, Moses (Lou) Montoya; sisters, Mary Fisher, Elizabeth (Doyle) Bailey; grandchildren, Shelley, Sam (Kaydee), Paige, Tara, Kevin, Ron, Hank, Scott, Matt, Nicole, Christian, Jaime, Riley; great-grandchildren, Hailee, Eve. Visitation, 2 to 5:30 p.m. Friday, at Romero Chapel. Vigil service, 7 p.m. Friday and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday; both at Mount Carmel Church. Relatives and friends will be received at Mount Carmel Hall after both services. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Pino, Pearl M. Pearl M. Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - June 15, 2006 - Pearl M. Pino, 82, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord on June 14, 2006. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles Pino; and her parents, Varolin and Sanita Cordova. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie (Mark) McCormick; brother, Joe (Carmella) Cordova; sister, Eleanor Baril; grandchildren, Chris, Kevin and Richia McCormick; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and other relatives and friends. Vigil service, 4 p.m. today, Romero Chapel, and memorial Mass, 2:30 p.m. Friday, Christ the King Church, with inurnment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Pino, Perfecta M. Perfecta M. Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - March 12, 1987 - Perfecta M. Pino, 96, late of 1713 San Juan St., died March 10, 1987. Formerly of Mora, N.M., a Pueblo resident for the past 10 years. Survivors include her children, Ricardo (Angela) Pino, Santa Fe, N.M., Eleonora (Octaviano) Gonzales, Pueblo, Dolores (Frank) Martinez, Mora, N.M., Arturo J. Pino, Pueblo, Antonio Pino and Manuelita Cassidy. The grandchildren were raised by Mrs. Pino and 27 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren also survive. Rosary recitation, 8 p.m. Thursday and Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Friday. Both services at St. Joseph Church with Father Glen Miller officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends at 1713 San Juan St. Pino, Robert Leroy Robert Leroy Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - September 02, 2000 - Robert Leroy Pino, 58. Went to be with the Lord on Sept. 1, 2000, after losing his life to cancer. He was born Dec. 6, 1941 in Walsenburg, Colorado and later moved to Pueblo in 1955. Survived by his loving and devoted wife Julia Pino of 37 years; daughter Elaine (Nestor) Pino- Benavidez and 2 grandchildren Justin Pino and Ebony Parra; mother Rose Pino; Brothers: Johnnie (Orlinda) Pino; Tony (Mary) Pino; Sotelo (Viola) Pino; Sisters: Dora (Edward) Medina: Bernice (Ben) Manzanares: Rosemarie Medina; Frances Pino; Lorraine (Manuel) Vigil- Atencio all of Pueblo and Margaret (William) Duran of Plano Texas; Brothers-in-law Ron Salazar and Bobby Coble; numerous nieces and nephews, He is preceded in death by his father Juan N. Pino in 1986; Sisters Angela Coble in 1980 and Alberta Pino-Salazar July 1999. Leroy was a cement finisher all of his life and belonged to the Colorado Cement Masonry Union. He was well known for his work and had many friends. Cremation will take place. Service will be held Sunday 9/3 at 7 pm at St. Joseph's Church. Pino, Rose Rose Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - December 03, 2000 - Rose Pino, 89, passed away peacefully at home with her children and grandchildren at her bedside, Nov. 30, 2000. Born Jan. 19, 1911, in Huerfano County, and a Pueblo resident since 1955. She is preceded in death by her husband, Juan N. Pino; children, Angela Shirley Coble, Alberta (Pino) Salazar, and Robert Leroy Pino. She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, John (Orlinda) Pino, Dora (Eddie) Medina, Rose Marie Medina, Bernice (Joseph) Manzanares, Tony (Mary) Pino, Sotelo (Viola) Pino, Frances Pino and Lorraine (Manuel) Atencio-Vigil, all of Pueblo, and Margaret (Willie) Duran of Plano, Texas; 35 grandchildren; 58 great grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; sons-in-law, Bobby Coble and Ronnie Salazar; daughter-in-law, Julia Pino; sister, Sadie Estrada; brother, Frank Montoya; and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. Rose will always be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. Everyone who entered her home automatically "adopted" her as their "cute little grandma." Prior to her illness, she enjoyed cooking, gardening, being with her family, and visiting her friends and relatives. Rose was a very special, unique woman who was deeply loved and touched by everyone who knew her. She will especially be missed by her daughters, Lorraine and Frances, who were her caretakers and gave her all of the love and attention she so deeply deserved. Special thanks to Sharon Adame and Betty Sisneros, who through Primary Home Care, loved and cared for Rose. There will be visitation from 1 until 5 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Monday at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Recitation of the rosary, 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4, 2000. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Both services at St. Leander Catholic Church. Interment will be at Roselawn Cemetery. Pino, Ruby M. Ruby M. Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - May 14, 1999 - Ruby M. Pino, 84, passed away May 12, 1999. Preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Eloy and Eddie Montoya. Survived by her husband, William R. Pino- children, Sylvia M. Ohea, Millbrae, Calif., William P. (Mary) Pino, Pueblo, and Patricia A. (Steven) Amato, Alameda, Calif.- grandchildren, Bob(Rhonda) Ohea, Gary (Winona) Ohea, Patrick and Michael Pino- sisters, Sue D'Christina and Agnes (Obed) Chavez, both of Pueblo,- and her brother, William(Nancy) Montoya, Pueblo. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mrs. Pino was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church, where the rosary recitation will be held at 7 p.m. Friday and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday with interment at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Viewing hours are noon to 5 p.m. Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Pino, Solomon Solomon Pino - Huerfano World - January 7, 1982 - In Memoriam - In loving memory of Solomon Pino who died five years ago, January 11. (verse) Sadly missed by the Pino family. Pino, Sotero Sotero Pino - Huerfano World - August 29, 1991 - 100 Years - Fifteen members of the extended Pino family attended the Colorado State Fair last Friday, Aug. 23, to witness the awarding of the Centennial Farm plaque to the ranch owner, Mildred Pino Shafter. Sotero Pino came from New Mexico and settled on the Huerfano River as early as the mid-1860's. From 1866 to 1869, his ranch was the site of church and communion services by The Very Rev. Joseph P. Machebeuf, who covered a huge area north of Taos. Pino's homestead certificate was effective Mar. 16, 1889 and was signed by then President Benjamin Harrison. The plaque was presented Friday afternoon after a reception by Colorado Farm Bureau in the VIP tent near the Colorado Pavilion. Sponsoring the program were the Colorado Historical Society, National Trust for Historic Preservation, Colorado Department of Agriculture, Colorado State Fair and the Farm Bureau. To qualify, the property must have been maintained as a working farm or ranch by the same family for 100 years or more. Sixteen ranches or farms throughout the state received the award. The recognition gives Huerfano County two centennial ranches as the Ritter Ranch east of La Veta was awarded its plaque in 1988. Representing the family at the presentation were Mildred and Ernest Shafter, her mother Isabel Pino, Rose Pino, Dora Salas, Jake Pino, Lori Jackson, Mike and Barbara Rayez with children Shannon and Nickolas, Ernest and Mayoline Lewis, Cassandra Valdez with daughter Seleme, who represented the sixth generation of the original Sotero Pino family. The Pino/Shafter ranch is located on the Huerfano River about 13 miles northwest of Walsenburg off Highway 69. Pino, Tony Tony Pino - Huerfano World - November 16, 1989 - Tony Pino, 60, died at his home in Toltec Nov. 11, 1989. Born in Walsenburg Nov. 5, 1929 he attended St. Mary School and graduated from Walsenburg High School. After graduating he went into the Army and then lived in Denver. He worked in Denver for many years in a manufacturing plant. He retired for health reasons five years ago and moved back to Walsenburg three years ago. He was a member of St. Mary Church. Survivors include his children, Stanley Pino, Walsenburg, Michael Pino, California, Scott Pino, Denver Andy Pino, Denver, Marie Pino, California, Yvonne Fegura and Sheila Gabaldon: both of Denver; two brothers, Raymond Pino, Anchorage, AK and Marshall Pino, Pico Rivera, CA; two sisters, Dora Edell, Daytona Beach, FL, and Rose Ann Simpson, Virginia Beach, VA; six grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation. Memorial mass 10 a.m. Thursday, (today) from St. Mary Church. J.M. Antle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pino, William L. William L. (Billy) Pino - Huerfano Journal - December 4, 2008 - William L. (Billy) Pino - 5/22/1945 ~ 11/25/2008 - Bill Pino, 63, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 25, 2008. He was born in Badito, Colorado on May 22, 1945 to Dave and Eusevia Pino. Preceded in death by his father, Dave Pino, brother Victor Pino, sisters Julia Vigil and Marie Martinez, and sister-in-law Bella Pino. He is survived by two sons, Brandon (Kristin) Pino and Billy Wayne (Sarah) Drennen, four grandchildren, Joshua and Ashley Pino and Tanner and Hunter Drennen. Also survived by his mother, Eusevia Pino, Walsenburg; three sisters, Alice (Oris) Pacheco, Pueblo; Audrie Pino, Walsenburg; and Linda (Roger) Herrera, Pueblo; half-sister Evelyn Mackiewicz, Colorado Springs; and special friend Susan Gibbs, plus numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Bill grew up on the family ranch where he enjoyed working alongside his father and brother. He then went to California where he worked from 1965 to 1975, when he returned to Colorado, and worked hanging drywall throughout Colorado with his cousins Albert and Roy Pino. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching bull riding and sports on TV, and loved listening to Mexican music. Bill was a small person with a very big heart, who touched so many people with his sense of humor and comical ways. He will be sadly missed by many who were fortunate enough to know him. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 3, 2008, at St. Mary Catholic Church, and inurnment at Masonic Cemetery. Pino, William R. William R. Pino - Pueblo Chieftain - August 17, 2003 - William R. Pino, 92 passed away Aug. 16, 2003. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruby Pino; parents, David and Febronia Pino; brothers, Manuel, Benny and Verne Pino; and sisters, Catherine Roybal and Bernice Maldonado; son-in-law, Harry Ohea; and daughter-in-law, Mary Pino. He is survived by children, Sylvia Ohea of Millbrae, Calif., William P. Pino of Pueblo and Patty (Steve) Amato, Alameda, Calif.; grandchildren, Bob (Rhonda) Ohea, Redwood City, Calif., Gary (Winona) Ohea, San Carlos, Calif., Patrick and Michael Pino; great-grandchildren, Joshua Ohea and Alaina Ohea. Also survived by sisters, Helen Resendez of Florence, Colo., Sadie Clyne and Jenny Garcia of Pueblo; and brother, Casey (Aurora) Pino of San Francisco, Calif.; as well as several in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Centennial High School, class of 1929. He retired from the CF&I after 47 years in the rail mill. Viewing, 3 to 5 p.m. today, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday; both at T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home. Vigil service, 7 p.m. Monday, at St. Francis Xavier, followed by funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, with interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Also please visit William's memorial at www.mem.com. Pinter, Lucy M. Lucy M. Boaglio Pinter - Pueblo Chieftain - February 13, 1987 - Lucy M. Boaglio Pinter, 807 Smith, Trinidad, passed away Feb. 11, 1987. Rosary will be recited 7 o'clock tonight at the Comi Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Comi Funeral Home, with Mass of the Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church. Entombment will follow at the Trinidad Catholic Cemetery in the Good Shepherd Mausoleum. Pinto, Angelina Marie Angelina "Angie" Marie Pinto - Pueblo Chieftain - March 22, 2003 - Angelina "Angie" Marie Pinto, 78, born March 30, 1924, walked into Heaven, March 19, 2003. Preceded in death by her husband, Tony Pinto in 1990; mother, Mary Amato Radosta; father, Vincent Charles Radosta; brother, Guy Radosta, from Los Lunas, N.M.; and her little sister. Survived by her children, Louise (John Linza) McDonnell, Carol (Albert) Perea and Darlene Morris; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jerad) Bond and Alyssa and Kelsea Morris; great-grandson, Connor Bond; sisters, Teresa DiSanti, Carmen (Bill) Walecheck, Antoinette Chasteen, Lucille (Richard) Zabukovic and Joanne (Bill) Mendenhall; brother, Dominic (Ann) Radosta; aunt, Nellie Patti; numerous nieces and nephews; special niece, Connie Mae Frazier; and special friends, Mary Brewer and the "Penguins." Angie graduated from Pleasant View High School in 1944 and married Tony in 1946 at Mount Carmel Church. She was a member of the Penguins Swimming Club at the YWCA, St. Theresa's Lodge in Vineland, the Western Slovenian Association, and the St. Charles Mesa Senior Citizens Club. Angie loved helping Tony farm their land and she loved working in her beautiful flower garden. She loved to swim, play cards with her sisters and was an avid fan of County High sports and all Colorado teams, especially the Broncos. She loved spending time with her daughters, especially going out to eat and going to Cripple Creek. Her granddaughters and her great-grandson were the sunshine in her life. She was always ready to help anyone do anything. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her, even little Lexe, Precious, Quicksand and Rainbow (Arizona). Viewing, 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home. Rosary, 9:30 a.m. Monday, followed by a funeral Mass at 10 a.m., both services at St. Joseph Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pinto, Carmella Carmella Pinto - Pueblo Chieftain - July 15, 1997 - Carmella Pinto, age 86, a lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away at St. Mary-Corwin Regional Medical Center, July 13, 1997, following a brief illness. Survived by her husband, Nick Pinto of the family home- her children, Connie (Robert) Frazier, Pueblo, and Louis (Marilyn) Pinto, Livonia, N.Y. She is also survived by her sister, Catherine C. Pillitteri- brothers, Fred (Julia) Granato, Frank (Kate) Granato, all of Pueblo- sisters-in-law, Marie Granato and Ang Pinto- four grandchildren- seven great-grandchildren- numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brother, Pete Granato- sisters, Mary Genova and Rose Bravdica. Mrs. Pinto was a member of St. Joseph Parish and Pueblo Aerie 145 Ladies Auxiliary (FOE). Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 2 p.m., St. Joseph Church, Blende. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the donor's favorite charity. Family will receive friends at George McCarthy Funeral Home on Tuesday, 5-7 p.m. Pinto, Edmund P. Edmund P. Pinto - Pueblo Chieftain - July 09, 1999 - Swan-Law Funeral Home - Edmund P. Pinto, 59, passed away July 4, 1999, in Colorado Springs, Colo. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 10, 1999, from 9 a.m. to noon at Swan-Law Funeral Directors, 501 N. Cascade Ave., with services following at 2p.m. at the St. Aidans Anglican Church, 4 Elm Ave., in Colorado Springs. Edmund was born Dec. 30, 1939, in Newport, R.I., to Edmund P. and Anna M. (Barnum) Pinto Sr. He is survived by his children, Latricia Pinto, Rebecca Pinto, Lynette Dawley, Samantha Pinto, Sean Pinto, Lanore Pinto, Leandra Friskand Bridget Nores, and 11 grandchildren. Contributions can be made to St. Aidans Anglican Church, 4 Elm Ave., Colorado Springs, Colo. 80906. Pinto, Nick Nick Pinto - Pueblo Chieftain - April 22, 2000 - Nick Pinto, age 87, a lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away at St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center April 20, 2000. Mr. Pinto was a member of St. Joseph Parish, a lifetime member of the Eagles Lodge No. 145, and retired from the Colorado Department of Highways in 1977. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Carmella Pinto, in 1997. He is also preceded in death by his father, Luigi, in 1958 and by his mother, Conjeta, in 1918; as well as his brothers, Dominic and Tony; and his sister, Angelina Clementi. Survived by two children, Connie (Robert) Frazilo of Pueblo, and Louis (Marilyn) Pinto of Livonia, N.Y. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Catherine C. Pillitteri and Angelina Pinto; two brothers-in-law, Fred (Julia) Granato and Frank (Kate) Granato; and numerous nieces, nephews, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends at George McCarthy Funeral Home, Monday, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 10 a.m., at St. Joseph Church in Blende. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pinz, Leo Leo Pinz - Pueblo Chieftain - September 14, 2004 - Leo Pinz, 74, died peacefully in his home in Pueblo West on Sept. 6, 2004. Leo was born to immigrant parents in Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 18, 1929. He is retired from the U.S. federal government and spent many years traveling the world. He enjoyed bowling and chasing women. He is a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He is preceded in death by his wife, Judy; his son, Michael; brother, Steven; and sister, Anne. He is survived by a brother, Joseph (Mary Beth) of Long Island, N.Y.; a son, Jerry Pinz (Lori) of Pueblo West, Colo.; a daughter, Debbie (Larry) of Elko, Minn.; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and "Frisky," "Prissy" and "Sheba," the pets he loved dearly. A dinner will be held in his honor at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004, at Chico's Mexican Food restaurant located at 283 S. Joe Martinez Blvd. in Pueblo West. Please RSVP to (719) 547-9498. Piper, Ollie Mae Ollie Mae Piper - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 2004 - Ollie Mae Piper , passed away in Denver, Colo. Oct. 20, 2004, while making one of her many trips. Ollie was born in Nepesta, Colo. to Henry and Virgie Williams. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, one brother and husband. Ollie is survived by two sons, William (Lucky) Mason and wife Jo of Jesup Ga., their two daughters, Yvonne Johns (2 children) and Billie Jo Faulk (3 children); son Robert (Happy) Mason and wife Betty Jo of Houston, TX. and their 3 children; son, Todd Mason and wife (3 children), 2 daughters, Kim Lloyd and husband (1 child) and Kelli Parman (1 child). She is also survived by sister, Katheryn Wilson of Pueblo, brother Luther Williams and wife Rosemay of Pueblo, sister Velda Carara and husband Don of Pueblo, sister Jean Magee and husband Harley of Westminster, Colo., brother Van Williams and wife Joan of Crowley, Colo., sister Lois Shield and husband Moses of Fowler, Colo. and many nieces and nephews. Ollie was a member of Central Christian Church, Red Hat Society, Elkettes and the Melting Pot Doll Club, part of the International Doll Makers Association. The memorial services were held at Central Christian Church of Pueblo, Colo. on Oct. 23, 2004. Piper, Richard G. Richard G. Piper - Pueblo Chieftain - May 08, 1917 - The remains of the late Richard G. Piper were forwarded yesterday by the McCarthy Undertaking Co. to Fargo, N.D., accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Simon C. Powers. Piper, Wayne Bernard Wayne Bernard Piper - Pueblo Chieftain - December 13, 1986 - Wayne Bernard Piper passed away Thursday, Dec. 11, 1986. Born June 17, 1906, in Hoxie, Kan., reared in Boulder, and moved to Pueblo in 1950. He is survived by wife, Ollie; stepsons, William (Jo) and Robert (Betty Jo) Mason; five grandchildren, numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945. A member of First United Methodist Church. A life member of BPOE No. 609, Rawlins, Wyo. Past president of Pueblo Accident Prevention Council and Colorado Safety Association. Honorary cadet colonel with the Pueblo Public School District No. 60, ROTC. A member of Wally Byam Caravan Club International, NARFE and past member of Association of U.S. Army. The family requests the omission of flowers and food. Contributions may be made in his memory to the BPOE No. 90 Scholarship Fund or Sangre de Cristo Hospice. At his request, cremation. Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 15, at Central Christian Church, 1902 Hudson, with Dr. Robert W. Daniel officiating. Pipkin, Marianne Robinson Marianne Robinson Pipkin - The Denver Post - December 11, 2005 - Marianne Pipkin was voice of comfort to grieving families, By Claire Martin, Denver Post Staff Writer - Pallbearers carry the casket of Marianne Robinson Pipkin at Zion Baptist Church in Denver on Saturday. Pipkin, who comforted countless families at Pipkin Mortuary, died Dec. 1. She had a reputation as a sharp dresser and once made Colorado s 10 Best-Dressed Women list. For nearly two decades, the first voice that comforted countless grieving families belonged to Marianne Robinson Pipkin, who died Dec. 1 at the age of 80. She insisted on taking all the night telephone calls that came to Pipkin Mortuary. Some nights, the telephone seemed to ring every hour, rousing her from sleep to reach for the phone, pen and notepad on her nightstand. When morning came, she squinted one way and another at her handwriting, trying to decipher the scribbles. "Oooh," she would say half-jokingly, "I can hardly read this." Then she would go to her day job, answering phones at the mortuary nearby, consoling more mourners. When she returned home, where the mortuary calls were forwarded to the family's private line, she refused to relinquish her self-appointed task even for one night. "She felt everybody who called here needed to talk to a Pipkin, a member of the family, not an answering machine or an employee," said her son, Mark Pipkin. "Even after she stopped working at the mortuary in 1991, she took all the death calls at night. She talked to every family personally, until she couldn't write anymore." Born Sept. 1, 1925, in Trinidad to Elaine Sutton-Robinson and Frank Robinson, she attended Prairie View A&M University in Texas, the University of Denver and Barnes Business College. She met Joseph Pipkin in 1941 and married him 12 years later, becoming the stepmother of his three sons. She worked as a librarian at Cole Middle School, where her stepsons were students. "Everything we did got back to Dad immediately," recollected stepson Carl Pipkin. For 12 years, Marianne Pipkin divided her attention among her secretarial jobs; her mother, who lived with the Pipkins after becoming increasingly disabled by multiple sclerosis; and her own young children, Joseph Mark Pipkin and Sherri Ann Pipkin. In 1979, when her husband retired from Union Pacific Railroad, Marianne Pipkin took early retirement from her job at University Hospital. When her son finished mortician's school, the three invested in the building at 2531 Ogden St. that still houses the business. About the same time, doctors told Marianne Pipkin that she had multiple sclerosis. Her husband took her to a medical facility in Germany, but their hope of arresting the progressive disease went unrealized. Marianne Pipkin decided to live on her own terms with the disease. Until she died, she kept up with her reputation as a sharp dresser that put her on the list of Colorado's 10 Best-Dressed Women in one survey. Her outfits turned heads every Sunday at Zion Baptist Church. She liked high heels and continued to wear them even after requiring a cane or a walker to march down the red carpet at her church's annual celebration of its 50-Plus Year Members. "She made herself visible, especially at those special occasions," said the Rev. Frank Davis, pastor at Zion Baptist Church. "You better believe it. She was some kind of dresser." During her salad days, Marianne Pipkin frequented elite shops, including Montaldo's and Neusteters, sorting through the racks and shelves. "She would tell me - and not only me, but all the young ladies - that you don't need a lot of cheap clothes, only a few good pieces," Sherri Ann Pipkin said of her mother. Marianne Pipkin trained her discerning gaze on Pipkin's staff, too. She never hesitated to tell a pallbearer or funeral director that he needed to polish his shoes, brush down his suit or get a haircut. She remained fastidious about her appearance even after her disease forced her to start using a wheelchair more than 10 years ago. When she could no longer do her own makeup, her daughter, who once ran the beauty shops Centre Stage and Simply Beautiful Hair & Nails, polished her nails and applied lipstick for her. Marianne Pipkin's mind and eyes seemed even sharper as her body deteriorated. She put a premium on looking good for visitors who dropped by and made a point of gently demanding details about their lives. When she learned that the Rev. Davis had recently acquired a new car, she commanded him to drive it past her bedroom window so she could have a look at his elegant pearl-white Lincoln Continental. "So I pulled it up outside her window, and when she rejoined with me later, she told me, 'You deserve a big car,"' he recalled. "I got a big smile out of her. I told her, 'One day, you and I are gonna take a cruise.' "We would always go there to minister to her, but she would wind up ministering to me, with that motherly love and concern." Survivors include son Joseph Mark Pipkin of Denver; stepson Carl Pipkin of Dallas; daughter Sherri Ann Pipkin of Denver; four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Two stepsons and her husband preceded her in death. Pirc, Albert Albert Pirc - Pueblo Chieftain - October 8, 1987 - Albert Pirc, 61, of Sun City, Ariz., formerly of Pueblo, died Oct. 6, 1987, in Sun City, Ariz. Survived by his wife, Lorraine, of Sun City, and children, Doug, Susan and Beth Pirc, all of Denver. Other survivors include his parents-in-law, Joe and Mayme Madic, of Joliet, Ill., and brother-in-law, Jack Madic, of Pueblo. Cremation. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Oct. 10 at St. Elizabeth Seton Church in Sun City. The family may be contacted at 10816 Fairway Ct. West, No. 217, Sun City, Ariz., 85351. Pirraglia-Starika, Hazel M. Hazel M. Pirraglia-Starika - Pueblo Chieftain - May 28, 2000 - Hazel M. Pirraglia-Starika, 72, died May 25, 2000, in Canon City. She is survived by her second husband, Joseph Starika, whom she married on Nov. 27, 1997; children, Patricia Pirraglia-Patzer, Michael (Mary) Pirraglia and William (Diane) Pirraglia; stepson, Jody Starika; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and sisters and brothers, Rita (Claude) Skinner, Kathryn (Ralph) Robison, Ona Lehr, Bernard (Alma) Barragree, Vona Moreskini and Jeane (John) Dalpiaz. Predeceased by her first husband, William Pirraglia on Sept. 25, 1990, whom she married June 15, 1946, three brothers and one sister. Born on March 20, 1928, in Two Buttes, Colo., her family moved to the Canon City/Florence area in 1937 where she had lived since. She enjoyed going to Cripple Creek with friends and family, loved to dance and belonged to local dance clubs. Hazel will be remembered by all as a very caring and loving person. Her favorite times were spent with her family and grandchildren. Rosary, 7 p.m. Monday, May 29, and Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 30. Both services at St. Michael's Catholic Church with interment at Lakeside Cemetery. Those wishing may make contributions to St. Michael's Catholic Church Building Fund, 611 N. 11th, Canon City, 81212. Pirslin, Martin Martin Pirslin - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Martin Pirslin is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Martin Pirslin as a Croatian, age 32, and married with one surviving child. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pirslin, Mat Mat Pirslin - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Mat Pirslin is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Mat Pirslin as a Croatian, age 35, and married. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pirtle, Anita B. Anita B. Pirtle - Las Vegas Review-Journal April 16, 2004 - Anita B. Pirtle, 71, of Las Vegas, passed away Friday, April 9, 2004. She was born in Walsenburg, Colo., May 9, 1932, and was a resident of Las Vegas for 15 years. Anita was a retired financial executive assistant. Her spirit lives on in her four children, two stepchildren, 18 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Anita is survived by her husband, Sterling Wayne Pirtle; daughters, Jennifer Vance and Sheri Spurlock; sons, Greg Shelton, all of Las Vegas and Ron Shelton of Breckenridge, Colo.; stepdaughter, Patty Kenyon; stepson, Peter Pirtle, both of Las Vegas; 18 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Services were previously held. Interment is at Palm Valley View Cemetery, 7600 S. Eastern Ave. Arrangements were handled by Palm Mortuary-Eastern. Pisarczyk, Louise Louise Sporleder Pisarczyk - Huerfano World - February 22, 2001 - Louise Sporleder Pisarczyk, 92, a native and lifelong resident, passed away in her sleep Tuesday morning, Feb. 20, 2001 at the Walsenburg Care Center. Mrs. Pisarczyk was born Nov. 1, 1908, the last surviving child of the late Louis and Louise (Unfug) B. Sporleder Sr., pioneer homesteaders in Huerfano County, arriving in 1875. Coming from a family of musicians, she was an accomplished instructor, teaching from her studios in Raton, NM, and Walsenburg. She continued to teach music until she was 92. In 1927, she attended Blair Business College in Colorado Springs, earning a degree in accounting. In the late 1930s, Mrs. Pisarczyk at the Chicago Conservatory of Music. In 1953, she married Joe Pisarczyk, a local businessman, who passed away in 1967. Among her other great passions besides music was the outdoors and her circle of friends, including the philanthropic group, PEO, which was a member of since 1949. She will be remembered by her family and friends as a strong, independent woman, making her own way in the world and as a vital link to the pioneering past before Colorado was even a state. A pending memorial service will be held at Boies-Ortega Chapel in Walsenburg.Huerfano World - March 1, 2001 - Memorial Service - A memorial service for Louise Sporleder Pisarczyk will be held at Boies-Ortega Funeral Chapel on Monday, Mar. 5 at 2 p.m. A reception will follow at 114 East Cedar Street in Walsenburg. In lieu of flowers, make a donation to United Church in Walsenburg or the Huerfano County Historical Society, Box 977, La Veta, 81055. Pisciotta, Anthony A. Anthony A. Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - December 15, 1987 - Anthony A. Pisciotta, 75, passed away Dec. 12, 1987, in Denver. Mr. Pisciotta is survived by his wife, Ethel "Kathryn" Pisciotta of Littleton; one daughter, Lenora Pisciotta of Littleton; and one brother George (Kathryn) Pisciotta of Pueblo. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Frances Kathleen, and grandson, Kenneth Peterson, in 1986. Mr. Pisciotta was born on Nov. 22, 1912, in Pueblo and moved to Littleton in 1962. He was retired from the Pueblo Fire Department and member of the Elks Lodge No. 90 and the Masonic Lodge No. 17. Service at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Imperial Chapel. Interment, Devotion, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pisciotta, Eva Mary Eva Mary "May" Padula Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - July 17, 2004 - Eva Mary "May" Padula Pisciotta, 86, passed away July 13, 2004. She is preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Rosa Pallazza Padula; brothers, Tony and Dominic Padula; sisters, Mary Williams, Carmella Kirkbride and Rose Flori-Cekursky. She is survived by her son, Samuel James "Captain Sam" (Cynthia D.) Pisciotta of Pueblo; and her daughter, Eva Mae Pisciotta of Beaumont, Calif.; grandchildren, Samuel William (Nancy) Pisciotta, Pamela Constuble and Richard (Jade) Pisciotta, all of Pueblo, and Michael Pisciotta of Los Angeles; great-grandchildren, Kelsey Pisciotta, Brittaney and Heather Constuble, Samuel Garrett Pisciotta and Nicholas Pisciotta, all of Pueblo; sisters, Adeline "Lena" Cobb of Colorado Springs, and Josephine (LeRoy) Dora of Wichita Falls, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Eva Mary was a longtime member of the Shrine of St. Therese and later of St. Patrick Parish. She was a past member of the Altar Society and the Dante Alighieri Society. She was very active in the Girl Scouts of America for many years. Eva Mary was manager of Momma's Gallery at Captain Sam's Family Athletic Club for 37 years. Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. A Rosary recitation will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, July 19, 2004, followed by the funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Parish. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pisciotta, Frances Frances (Zaitz) Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - October 10, 1999 - Frances (Zaitz) Pisciotta, went to be with the Lord Oct. 8, 1999. She was born Oct. 26, 1913, in Pueblo. Survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Samuel R. Pisciotta; children, Carmella (Floyd) Scoggin, Bert (Marge) Pisciotta, Frances Born, Barbara (John) Coulson and Samuel J. (Kathy) Pisciotta, all of Pueblo. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by grandson, Richard Scoggin; five brothers and one sister. Visitation, Monday, noon until 8 p.m. and family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 10 a.m. at St. Pius X. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Pisciotta, Frances Kathleen Frances Kathleen Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - December 1, 1986 - Frances Kathleen Pisciotta, 38, passed away in Littleton. Survived by parents, Anthony and Ethel Pisciotta, Littleton; son, Kenny Peterson; sister, Lenora Pisciotta, Littleton. Born Aug. 20, 1948, in Pueblo, she lived in Littleton the past 25 years. Service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, Imperial Chapel. Interment, Devotion, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pisciotta, Fred J. Fred J. Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - August 02, 1986 - Fred J. Pisciotta of 37190 Daniel Road, July 31, 1986. Husband of Rose Lee Pisciotta and father of Pete (Janet) Pisciotta, Phoenix, Ariz.; Fred (Sharon) Pisciotta, Houston, Texas, and John (Sharleen) Pisciotta, Waco, Texas. Brother of Anne Cuchiara and Jennie Lercara, both of Pueblo, and brother-in-law of John and Joe Corsentino, Lula Colletti and Bessie Corsi, Pueblo. Survived also by his grandchildren, Gary, Steve, Sally, Chris, Randy, Gina, Lisa, Brenda, Sunny, John, Fred, and Nicole Pisciotta; his great-granddaughter, Cailen Pisciotta, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and a host of special friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Pete Pisciotta. Born and raised in Pueblo, Mr. Pisciotta had lived in Vineland since the age of 6 and farmed there all his life. He pioneered several farming innovations and received several soil conservation awards from KLZ-Denver Post. He was a member of St. Therese of Vineland Parish and the Christopher Columbus Lodge of Pueblo. He served on the District 70 School Board from 1955-1959 and was involved in the Fryingpan-Arkansas Project. Mr. and Mrs. Pisciotta celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1983. Services, Mt. Carmel Church. Mass of Christian Burial, 7 p.m. Sunday, and rosary recitation, 10 a.m. Monday. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. Those who wish may contribute to the Oncology Research Fund at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital. Pisciotta, Haven Ellen Haven Ellen Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - April 11, 2005 - Haven Ellen Pisciotta, infant daughter of Robert and Jacqueline Pisciotta, passed away April 1, 2005. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Donald MacFarlane. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Seth Pisciotta; grandparents, Lillian MacFarlane of Pueblo; Beverly (Steven) Dehen, Santa Fe, N.M., and Robert (Sandi) Pisciotta of Colorado Springs; great-grandfather, Fred Pisciotta, Pueblo; numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives. Private services will be held. Pisciotta, Joe Joe Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - November 06, 2002 - Joe Pisciotta "Papa Joe," 89, born June 12, 1913, passed away Nov. 4, 2002. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Esther. Survived by children, Samuel Joseph (Donna) Pisciotta and Duane (Debbie) Pisciotta; grandchildren, Chris (Melania) Pisciotta, Gina (Chad) Mooring, Kimbra Pisciotta, Nick (Lindsee) Pisciotta, Drake Pisciotta and Dominic and Rachael Pisciotta; great- grandchildren, Hunter and Raif Mooring; brothers, Dominic Pisciotta and Fred Pisciotta; sister, Josephine Saccomano; sisters-in-law, Virgie Pisciotta and Eva Pisciotta; and numerous nieces and nephews as well as other relatives and friends. Papa Joe owned Papa Joe's and the Black Swan Bar. He was a friend to all he met and no one was a stranger. He was a compassionate and caring man and will be sadly missed and forever remembered. Viewing, Wednesday from 2 to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Rosary, Thursday, 7 p.m., funeral Mass, Friday, 10 a.m., both services at the Shrine of St. Therese. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital through the funeral home office. Pisciotta, Joseph (Giuseppe) Joseph Pissetto - Pueblo Chieftain - April 29, 1917 - Joseph Pissetto, aged 2 days, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Pissetto, passed away at an early hour yesterday morning at the ranch home at Vineland. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock this afternoon from the residence. The burial will be in the Los Angeles Cemetery (St. Charles Cemetery) on the St. Charles Mesa. Interment will be in charge of the McCarthy Undertaking Co. Pisciotta, Marjorie Marjorie Roebuck Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - April 25, 1999 - Marjorie Roebuck Pisciotta, 82, born Jan. 22, 1917, in Fowler, Kan., departed from this life April 24, 1999. Survived by husband, Pete A. Pisciotta, Pueblo- son, Joseph William (Cindy) Roebuck Succasaunna, N.J.- sister, Bonnie Borinsky, Pueblo- granddaughters, Kendall, Colby, and Megan Roebuck, New Jersey- nephew, Terry (Terri Jean) Brice-Nash- nieces, Cheri (John) Zanotelli, Melanie (Jeff) Osterman, and Barbie (Tony) Ianne, Pueblo- stepchildren, Joe (Marilou) Pisciotta, Avondale, Carmella (Frank) Jordan and Pat (John) Klomp, Pueblo- step grandchildren, Lynda (Randy) Loyd, Larry (Joan) Jordan, Lou Ann (Tom) Curran, Gary (Peggy) Jordan, Michael (Susan) Klomp, Joe P. (Jennifer) Pisciotta, Debbie (Adam) Schindler, Michele (Rick) North, and Kim (Carlos) Sandoval- 10 great-grandchildren- and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by first husband, William H. Roebuck- parents, Don and Blanche Otto- brothers, Albert, Bernard and Edward Otto- sister, Donna Myers. Marjorie retired after 20 years from the Colorado State Hospital as a psychiatric technician. She was a member of St. Therese Church, Vineland. She enjoyed playing bridge with her friends, traveling, eating out, and entertaining family and friends. Marjorie will lie in state, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday. Family will receive friends at the funeral home, 6-8 p.m. Monday. Services will be held, Tuesday, 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Church in Blende. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, memorials may be made to The Arthritis Foundation through the funeral home office. Pisciotta, Mary Buffalo Mary Buffalo Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - February 19, 1998 - Mary Buffalo Pisciotta. A lifetime Pueblo County resident and a member of a pioneer Pueblo County family, passed away Feb. 17, 1998. Member of St. Francis Xavier Parish, Shrine of St. Therese, and Holy Family Parish, Daughters of Isabella, and was active in parish organizations and support services. Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Dominic Pisciotta; two daughters, Sister Mary Dominique, OSF, Pueblo, and Donna Jo Pisciotta, Tempe, Ariz.; brothers, Charles (Pauline) Buffalo, Joseph Buffalo, Richard (Sylvia) Buffalo, and Frank (Verna) Buffalo, all of Pueblo; sister, Ann Silchia, Pueblo; brothers-in-law, Joe Pisciotta and Fred (Vera) Pisciotta, both of Pueblo; sister-in-law, Josephine Saccamano, Chicago, Ill., Catherine Buffalo, Carmella Buffalo, Virginia Pisciotta, Eva Pisciotta, all of Pueblo, and Geraldine Buffalo of Lakewood, Colo., as well as a host of dear and devoted friends. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday. Those who wish may contribute to the Mary Pisciotta Memorial Fund for the needy sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis. The family respectfully requests omission of flowers. Pisciotta, Pete A. Pete A. Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - May 04, 2006 - Pete A. Pisciotta, 95, prominent Avondale farmer and cattle feeder, born April 7, 1911, entered eternal life on May 2, 2006. Survived by son, Joe D. (Marilou) Pisciotta; daughters, Carmella (Frank) Jordan, and Pat (John) Klomp; grandchildren, Lynda (Randy) Loyd, LouAnn (Tom) Curran, Joey (Jennifer) Pisciotta, Larry (Joan) Jordan, Gary (Peggy) Jordan, Debbie (Adam) Schindler, Mike Klomp, Michele (Rick) North, and Kim (Carlos) Sandoval; great-grandchildren, Nicole Loyd, Trevor and Brandon Curran, Michaella and Anthony Pisciotta, Adam (Michelle Spirich) Jordan, Dalton and Anna Jordan, Austin and Broc Schindler, Mitchell and Sarah Klomp, Josh and Mark North, and Karly and Kelsi Sandoval; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by his wives, Ella Vujcich Pisciotta and Marjorie Roebuck Pisciotta; parents, Guisseppi and Carmella Pisciotta; brothers, Dominic, Jack, Tony and Sam Pisciotta; and sisters, Josephine Saccomanno and Martha Chimento. Pete gave many years of service to several organizations including The Colorado Cattle Feeders Association, The Colorado and National Cattlemen's Association, The National Sugar Beet Growers Association of Pueblo County, The Bessemer Ditch Irrigation Company, The Pueblo County Rural Fire District, The Avondale/Vineland Lions Club, Elks Lodge No. 90, and The Toastmasters Club. Pete provided for his family by dedicating his entire life to farming and cattle raising. He had a strong work ethic, an unbreakable moral character and a passion to work the soil. His greatest joy was to spend time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends during viewing, 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, St. Joseph Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice in Pete's memory. Pueblo Chieftain - May 06, 2006 - Pete A. Pisciotta. Also survived by two step-great-grandsons, Josh and Jim Martin. The family will receive friends during the viewing, 5 to 7 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, St. Joseph Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice in Pete's memory. Pisciotta, Rose Lee Rose Lee Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - November 14, 2006 - Rose Lee Pisciotta, 94, born July 20, 1912, passed away Nov. 11, 2006. Survived by sons, Pete Karl (Janet), Phoenix, Ariz., Fred (Sharon), Houston, Texas, and John, Waco, Texas. Also survived by grandchildren, Gary (Teresa), Steve (Sally), Chris (Lori), Randy (Monica), Gina (Rod), Lisa (Derek), Brenda (Chris), Sunny (Steven), John (Robin), Fred and Nicole. Her great-grandchildren were Cailene, Maura, Steven, Zachery, Kyle, Courtney, Cassidy, Cash, Walker, Leigh, Harrison and Nicholas. She also is survived by a dedicated grandniece, Carol Walls and husband, Dr. Larry Walls, who was her personal physician. She has two surviving sisters-in-law, Jenny Lercara and Mary Ann Corsentino. She was Aunt Roe to many nieces, nephews, and a host of special friends. Her caregiver friends were Dorothy Clason, Dolores Rivera, Martha Rowden and Anita Trujillo. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Fred; brothers, Charles, Joe, Sam, Jim and John; and sisters, Josie, Rosie and Lula. Rose Lee was born and raised in Vineland, Colo. She graduated from Lakeside-Vineland High School in 1931; the only child in her family to complete high school. She married Fred, her soul mate and help mate, in 1933. She supported Fred in decades of successful farming. In her vocation as homemaker, she offered hospitality to family and countless friends. She took great pride in the care of her home, yard and flower garden. Rose Lee was a founding member of the Altar and Rosary Society of St. Therese Church in Vineland and a member of St. Theresa Lodge. Viewing and visitation, 4 to 7 p.m. today, Nov. 14, 2006, George McCarthy Funeral Home. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2006, St. Joseph Church, Blende. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, 2006, St. Joseph Church. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. In lieu of food and flowers, memorials may be made to St. Therese Church in Vineland or Pro-Life Waco, 216 N. 39th St., Waco, TX, 76710. Pisciotta, Samuel Russell Samuel Russell Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - September 13, 2003 - Samuel Russell Pisciotta, 90, born July 14, 1913, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 12, 2003. Preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Frances Rose Pisciotta; grandson, Richard Scoggin; three brothers; and two sisters. Survived by children, Carmella (Floyd) Scoggin, Bert (Marge) Pisciotta, Frances Born, Barbara (John) Coulson, Sam J. (Kathy) Pisciotta; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brother, Pete Pisciotta; and numerous nieces and nephews. Sam retired from the Pueblo Army Depot. He was a three time Grand Knight for Bishop Willing Assembly of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 4286 and past state district master for John H. Redden Provence Knight of Columbus. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Joseph Church in Blende. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association in Sam's memory. Pisciotta, Vera Anselmo Vera Anselmo-Pisciotta - Pueblo Chieftain - June 02, 1998 - Vera Anselmo-Pisciotta, lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away May 31, 1998. Member of Shrine of St. Therese, Order of Martha, and St. Joseph Lodge. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Fred Pisciotta, of the family home- and four children, Sam Anthony Pisciotta, of Las Vegas, Nev., Robert (Sandi) Pisciotta, Colorado Springs, Jo Ann Pisciotta and Mary Ann (Larry) Hegler, both of Pueblo- two brothers, Sam (Mary) Anselmo and Mike (Martha) Anselmo, all of Pueblo- seven grandchildren, Robert Jr., Melissa, Joseph, Ryan, Freddie, Lisa and Joe- and great-grandson, Matthew- as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Josephine Anselmo- her brother, Frank Anselmo Jr.- and her sister, Mary Ann Van Zandt. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Shrine of St. Therese, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1-5 p.m. Tuesday. Those who wish may make contributions to the Shrine of St. Therese Building Fund in memory of Mrs. Pisciotta. Piscitto, Dominic Dominic Piscitto - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - October 5, 1916 - Wagon Crushes Boy to Death - Pueblo - Dominic Piscitto, 16, was crushed to death beneath a wagon-load of lumber on the Santa Fe Trail seven miles east of Pueblo. Piscopo, Joe Joe Piscopo Colorado Springs Gazette May 16, 1926 Death Tally Five Each - Pueblo, May 15 - With the killing of the two Danna brothers Friday Pueblo's black-hand war has accounted for 10 men in a short span of years, and the count is even, both sides having killed five. Such is the statement today, by one of the recognized leaders of the Sicilians of this city, who characterized the Bacino murder in Denver as a move in Pueblo's war, which originated over liquor troubles shortly after Colorado went dry. The Sicilian told an Associated Press representative today that up until the time of the killing of John Danna in the summer of 1925, that faction had lost but one man, Joe Piscopo, husband of the woman now held for the murder of Frank Bacino. Bacino's murder followed and then the killing yesterday, which brought the total to five. The first killing in the war was that of one Pete Viola, who was shot in Bessemer while riding on his delivery wagon. This man belonged to the faction blamed for yesterday's killing. A Carlino and a Mulay, relatives of those named in dying statements of the Dannas as their slayers, were killed and then this faction imported two gunmen. Both of these were killed. Two men, Pete Walker and Pete LaRocco, were added to the deathbed list as occupants of the cars. These men are both strangers in this city. Inquest has been set for Monday afternoon. Colorado Springs Gazette 10-2-1926 - Giarratano is Found Guilty Uncle's Death - Sister Acquitted in Denver Court After Long Trial - Shoes Convinced Jury That He Was Slayer; Blackhand Defense of Accused - Denver, Oct. 1 - James Giarratano was found guilty of first degree murder for killing his uncle, Frank Bacino of Pueblo, here last April, by a jury in West Side court tonight, which fixed the sentence at life imprisonment at hard labor in the state penitentiary. Mrs. Rose Piscopo, jointly charged with Giarratano, was found not guilty. The case went to the jury at 6 p.m., and at 9:30 p.m. it had reached the verdict. As the verdict was read in court, Giarratano grew pale but kept his composure. Mrs. Piscopo slumped in her seat and wept. Lewis D. Mowry, defense counsel, said that motion will be made for a new trial and if this is denied, the case will be carried to the higher courts. Shoes worn by Giarratano the night of the murder were perhaps the strongest evidence against him. A city detective testified that immediately after the shooting he found footprints by the window thru which the shots were fired. He forced Giarratano to remove his shoes, placed them in the tracks he said, and they fit perfectly. Sensational testimony of alleged slayings of a blackhand society in Colorado, including the killing of Mrs. Piscopo's husband, was brought into the trial by defense witnesses in an attempt to show that the members of this society had shot Bacino. Sam Danna of Pueblo, whose three brothers were recently killed, was a defense witness this morning. In closing the argument for the state, Prosecutor Wettengel charged that the blackhand theory had been injected into the case purely as a "smoke screen." "The state can't look into the mind of Jimmy Giarratano and tell the sinister secret that lurks behind his smile," he said. Giarratano killed Frank Bacino, as the bulk of the evidence has indicated. Giarratano is trying to hide behind a foreign tongue and his sister's skirts." Piserchio, Frank Frank Piserchio - Pueblo Chieftain - April 08, 2003 - Frank Piserchio, 88, departed this life April 5, 2003, born June 17, 1914, in Pueblo, Colo. Preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters, Thomas Piserchio Sr. (Kite), Carmen Piserchio, John Piserchio, his twin Philip Piserchio, Elizabeth Ochiato, Josephine Colloley (Denver), Mary Smith, Catherine Carter and son, Frank Alan Piserchio. Survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Piserchio; daughters, Leanne Davis and Carol (Jim Herbert) Piserchio; son, Robert (Bob) Piserchio; granddaughters, Deanne Davis, Mary Christine Davis and Courtney Crisp. Frank graduated from Central High School and attended two years of dental school in Philadelphia. He was a dental technician for 65 years, owning his own business with his son. Despite his rheumatoid arthritis, he continued to work daily until December, 2002. He had a great love for 40's big band music and dancing with his wife every Saturday night. He was known for his kind heart and great sense of humor. Funeral Mass, 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2003, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers make donations to the Arthritis Foundation in Frank's memory in care of the funeral home office. Piserchio, Mildred Mildred Piserchio - Pueblo Chieftain - October 07, 1998 - Mildred Piserchio, age 85, passed away Sept. 18, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband, John Piserchio, in 1994. Survived by stepsons, John (Carol) Piserchio, Richard (Rosemary) Piserchio and Robert (Connie) Piserchio. Also survived by eight grandchildren- sisters-in-law, Lorraine Klasna and Ruth Klasna of Pueblo, Colo.- and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Mildred and her husband, John, owned and operated Perch's Tavern for 40 years. Graveside inurnment, Saturday, 3:30 p.m., Roselawn Cemetery. Piseta, Arcangelo Arcangelo Piseta - Telluride Daily Journal - January 23, 1907 - Explosion in Trinidad Mine Today - Trinidad, Jan. 23 - An explosion in the main entry of the mouth of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company's coal mine at Primero occurred this morning. It is reported that twenty miners were killed and may be more. The explosion it is supposed was caused by a "windy shot." Note: Arcangelo Piseta is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 23, 1907 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Arcangelo Piseta as a Hungarian, age 34, and single. He was working as a "day man" for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete details of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pisetta, Domenico Domenico Pisetta - Telluride Daily Journal - January 23, 1907 - Explosion in Trinidad Mine Today - Trinidad, Jan. 23 - An explosion in the main entry of the mouth of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company's coal mine at Primero occurred this morning. It is reported that twenty miners were killed and may be more. The explosion it is supposed was caused by a "windy shot." Note: Domenico Pisetta is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 23, 1907 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Domenico Pisetta as a Hungarian, age 22, and single. He was working as a "day man" for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete details of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pisor, Anthony James Anthony James "Tony" Pisor - Pueblo Chieftain - October 01, 2000 - Anthony James "Tony" Pisor, 26, of Pueblo, passed away Sept. 28, 2000, in a Colorado Springs hospital. Born on July 19, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio. He was the owner of A-Budget Landscaping Company of Pueblo. Preceded in death by father, Nicholas James Pisor; paternal grandfather, Charles L. Pisor; and his maternal grandparents, Carlysle and Virginia Rogers. Survived by mother, Cynthia Pisor-Zapel of Colorado Springs and Westcliffe; stepfather, Arthur Zapel of Colorado Springs and Westcliffe; sister, Dawn Pisor; stepbrothers, Mark Zapel and Theodore Zapel; stepsister, Michelle Zapel-Gallardo; paternal grandmother, Violet Pisor. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at his parents' Westcliffe home on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 11 a.m. Pitcher, David Marion David Marion Pitcher - Pueblo Chieftain - June 23, 1999 - David Marion Pitcher, 58, of Wichita, Kan., former Pueblo resident, died June 3, 1999. Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, June 27, 1999, at the First United Methodist Church, 310 W. 11th, Pueblo. Survived by wife, Janice, Wichita- son, Michael, Garland, Texas- daughter, Michelle, Simmer, Park City, Kan.- mother, Margaret Cable, Canon City- sister, Mary Margaret Hewes, Littlestown, Pa.- two grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to: the Dave Pitcher Memorial Fund, c/o Intrust Bank, P.O. Box 1, Wichita, Kan., 67201. Pitcher, Guy W. Guy W. Pitcher Pueblo Star Journal August 1, 1972 Guy W. Pitcher, 617 W. 16th, passed away at a local hospital Aug. 1, 1972. Complete notice later. Pitcock, Carl Carl Pitcock Durango Democrat October 16, 1904 Terrific Head-On Collision Between Express and Freight Train Pueblo, Oct. 15 Nearly a score of persons were injured in an end-on collision between Rio Grande express train No. 6, east-bound, and extra freight train No. 63, west-bound, one-half mile east of Adobe siding and four miles east of Florence, at 6:50 o'clock this morning. The two trains came together on a sharp curve and neither engineer saw the oncoming train until they were only thirty feet apart. The express train was traveling at the rate of thirty miles an hour and No. 63 was an extra freight; going at the rate of eighteen miles an hour. The impact was so great that nearly all the passengers were hurled from their seats and Mrs. F. P. Cunningham, wife of the Denver & Rio Grande agent at Eden, was thrown through a window. The front end of the boiler of the freight engine was imbedded in the front end of the express train fully sixteen inches. The accident was due to the failure of the freight train, which was late, to take the siding at Portland and allow the passenger train, which was running on schedule time and had the right-of-way, to pass. Conductor Elmer Dewey of the freight had been given orders to side track at Beaver station. When asked for a statement, Dewey merely said it was a misunderstanding of time on his part. When the trains came together six cars were thrown fully twenty feet from the track and are almost a total loss. The baggage, express and smoking cars of the express train were reduced to kindling wood. The impact was so great that the express car was thrown over the tender of the engine of the express train and nearly half of the baggage car stood on the top of the broken tender. The scenes for the first few minutes after the wreck occurred are indescribable. The noise of the escaping steam from the battered engines, mingled with the groans and shouts of those who had escaped was awful. Telegrams were hastily sent to railroad headquarters at Pueblo and Salida and a relief train with every available physician and nurse was sent to the scene of the wreck. The first reports of the wreck that reached Florence stated that a score of people had been killed outright and that twice as many more were wounded and dying. The utmost excitement prevailed in the town and within an hour a thousand people had started to the wreck in wagons, on horseback and on foot. Transportation conveyances were at a premium and long before 9 o'clock another rig could not be procured at any price. Despite the awful force of the collision neither of the engines of the wrecked trains left the track, but they now resemble two big heaps of iron. Those most seriously injured are: Engineer Fred Boosinger, Pueblo, of the freight train, jaw fractured, arm broken and internal injuries; Conductor A. G. Moulton, Denver, train No. 6, bad gash on head; Carl Pitcock, fireman on No. 6, broken arm, leg bruised and probably internally injured; Engineer August Belye, Pueblo, of train No. 6, fractured ankle and broken arm; Mrs. F. P. Cunningham was severely injured, besides sustaining a number of minor bruises; Myrtle Cunningham, daughter of Mrs. F. P. Cunningham, arm and leg bruised. Pueblo, Oct. 16, 1 a.m. Fireman Carl Pitcock of No. 6 died at 11:30 o'clock last night in the railroad hospital at Salida. Pitkow, Jay B. Jay B. Pitkow - Pueblo Chieftain - March 31, 2001 - Born February 4, 1931, passed away March 30, 2001. Survived by wife, Christine of Pueblo West; son, Steven of Maryland; daughter, Susan (Richard) Hash of Pennsylvania. Jay retired from Unisys in 1993 after 30 years of service. He was an avid fisherman and golfer. At his request, cremation and no services. Family will receive visitors at their home at 242 S. Golfview Drive, in Pueblo West, on Sunday, April 1, 2001, from 1 to 3 p.m. Thank you to the staffs at hospice and Parkview hospital. Pitman, Frances E. Frances E. Pitman - Pueblo Chieftain - July 23, 2003 - Frances E. Pitman, 80, of Canon City, died July 19, 2003, in Canon City. She is survived by children, Harold (Linda) Stringer of Garland, Texas, Diane (Darvin) Ritchie and Gary (Betty) Stringer, both of Canon City; and her first husband, Ed Stringer, who she married in 1941; 16 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and a brother, Andy Trask of Pueblo; and sister, Helen Wilcox of Olney Springs, Colo. Predeceased by two sisters and two brothers; and husband, Dave Pitman, who she married in October of 1966 in Aurora, Colo., and died in 1993. Born, raised and educated in Pueblo, she graduated from Centennial High School in 1940 after which she attended Pueblo Junior College. She later became a dental hygienist practicing in Pueblo, Grand Junction and also taught this profession at Loma Linda School of Dentistry in Loma Linda, Calif. In 1987, she retired and moved to Pueblo and then later to Canon City in 1994. Early in her life she enjoyed riding horses. Spending time with animals and gardening were her main pastimes, but she especially loved her time with her grandchildren. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, July 25, 2003, at Imperial Memorial Chapel with interment following at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Those wishing may make contributions to Mercy Today Ministries, P.O. Box 1973, Canon City, 81215-1973 or Friends of Hospice, Fremont County, P.O. Box 1796, Canon City, 81215-1796. Pitman, William R. William R. "Pit" Pitman - Pueblo Chieftain - June 07, 1986 - William R. "Pit" Pitman, a Pueblo resident for 30 years, late of 2650 Forsythia, passed away June 5,1986. Mr. Pitman served in the U.S. Army during WW II. He was a member of the Minnequa Rotary of Pueblo, the Elks Lodge 808, and Masonic Lodge 57 of Salida. He was active in many civic activities and also active in the Colorado Funeral Directors Association. Survivors include his wife, Marcelia R. Pitman, of the family home; three sons, Lyman R. Pitman and William G. Pitman, both of Pueblo, and John R. (Sherri) Pitman of Widefield; two daughters, Margaret Pitman and Marcelia (William) Pitman-Anderson, both of Pueblo; and two grandsons, Jason R. Pitman and Charles W. Anderson. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with Father Michael McCleary officiating. Cremation. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Pitney, Elizabeth Williams Elizabeth Williams Pitney - Pueblo Chieftain - December 23, 1997 - Elizabeth Williams Pitney, 93, passed away in Denver on Dec. 22, 1997. Survived by her nieces, Margaret Williams (Floyd) Reid of Norman, Okla., and Susan Williams (Rodney) Eichler of Englewood- great-nephews and great-niece, Dr. Tom (Amy) Reid of Bishop, Calif., Dr. Rob (Dr. Annie) Reid of Overland Park, Kan., Kristian, Eric and Mark Eichler of Englewood- great-great-nephews and great-great-niece, Carson, Ellie and Eric Reid. Also survived by Howard Pettefer of Pueblo. Preceded in death by her husband, Col. Guy B. Pitney- and brother, Robert R. Williams Jr. Born on Oct. 3, 1904, in Pueblo, Mrs. Pitney was raised and schooled in Pueblo and graduated from the University of Denver in 1926 with a B.A. degree in Education. She taught in Pueblo schools until her marriage to Guy Pitney in 1928. She was a longtime Denver resident, most recently residing at the Johnson Center of the Christian Living Campus. Long standing member of Eastern Star and the Mount Vernon Country Club. She will lie in state at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 1997, at Roselawn Cemetery with the Rev. Ross Kershaw officiating. Pitson, Loretta S. Loretta S. (Purkett) Pitson - Pueblo Chieftain - February 14, 2006 - Loretta S. (Purkett) Pitson, 76, was born in Pueblo on Nov. 3, 1929, and died Feb. 11, 2006, after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving husband, Tom, to whom she was married for 53 years; daughters, Donna McPherson, Mari (Ken) Laughlin and Teresa (Don) Luebke; grandchildren, Jessica and Tammy Laughlin, Chris, Paul, David and Stephen Luebke and Kelsey Johnsen; one great-grandchild, Daniel Laughlin; brother, Art Purkett; sister, Helen Brady. Also survived by in-laws, Christine Toll, Deena Howe and Bob Lamb, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Helen Purkett; sister, Irene Lamb, and other loving family members. She retired from School District 60 with over 20 years of service. She loved to travel, was an avid reader and loved gardening. She will be remembered for her beautiful roses. Loretta was very dedicated to her family. The family would like to thank Dr. Lawrence Anaya and staff. The family will receive friends from 4:30 to 7 p.m. today, Feb. 14, 2006, Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2006, our Lady of the Meadows Catholic Church with Kevin Novack as celebrant. Inurnment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pitt, Homer W. Homer W. Pitt - Pueblo Chieftain - September 3, 1987 - Homer W. Pitt, 72, passed away Aug. 31, 1987. Graveside service at 10 a.m. today, at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Interment, Last Supper, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pittenger, Larry Dean Larry Dean Pittenger - Pueblo Chieftain - May 18, 2005 - Larry Dean Pittenger, 68, passed away May 16, 2005, after a long struggle with emphysema. Born in Mason City, Iowa, on Aug. 11, 1936. Larry was predeceased by his father, John Dean Pittenger; and sister, Maxine Pittenger. Survived by his mother, Gabrielle (VanHyfte) Pittenger, of Mason City, Iowa; wife, Nancy (Smith) Pittenger; son, Richard (Shaundra) Pittenger; daughters, Sherry (Frank) Major, Amber (Cory) Sharp, Mary (Stuart) Snow. He also is survived by six grandchildren, Crysta Sharp, C.J. and Alexis Major, Bryson Pittenger, Taylor and April Snow. Larry and his family moved to Pueblo in 1964. He was employed by Bill Jones Volkswagen, Clifton-Landrum Datsun, and U.S. West, from where he retired as a design engineer in 1990. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and at various times in his life was involved with Junior Achievement, Boy Scouts, stock car racing at Beacon Hill, and as a volunteer boat inspector at the Pueblo Reservoir. He will be remembered by many for his ability to build or repair anything including carpentry, auto mechanics, etc. If there wasn't a tool to fix it, he'd make one. He was a great dad, a wonderful husband, and will be missed by all who knew him. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2005, at the Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment to follow. Pittman, Peggy Sue Peggy Sue Smith Pittman - Pueblo Chieftain - November 25, 2004 - Peggy Sue Smith Pittman went to be with the Lord on Nov. 11, 2004. Born April 7, 1939 in Booneville, Miss. to Ruth and Ralph Smith. She was preceded in death by parents, brothers Gerald and Bobby Smith, sister Francille Smith Whitehurst. Survived by brother Jimmy Smith and husband of 48 years Ned Pittman of Beulah, CO, sons Tom Pittman, Kenny (Pam) Pittman, Jeremiah (Christine) Pittman, five granddaughters: Kristina, Noelle, Tessica, Nicole and Makari, five grandsons: Kenny Jr., Daniel, Hunter, Ian and Austin, six nieces and six nephews. Pitts, Catherine E. Catherine E. Pitts - Pueblo Chieftain - March 14, 2000 - Catherine E. Pitts, age 76, of Pueblo, Colo., passed away March 11, 2000, in Aurora, Colo. Preceded in death by her husband, John W. Pitts; and her parents, George and Anna Mills. Mrs. Pitts is survived by her children, Jerold (Jean) Pitts, Springfield, Ore., Annette Prough, Aurora, Beverly (Dean) Dickinson, Westcliffe, Roger (Linda) Pitts, Avondale, and Alan (Julie) Pitts, Pueblo; as well as 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Pitts was a volunteer with the Federation for the Blind in Pueblo and St. Mary-Corwin hospital surgical waiting room for 11 years. Funeral service, Wednesday, 1 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in her memory in care of the funeral home office. Pitts, John W. John W. Pitts - Pueblo Chieftain - December 28, 1986 - John W. Pitts of 516 Pear passed away at University Hospital in Denver, Dec. 27, 1986. Husband of Catherine Pitts and father of Jerold (Thelma) Pitts, Eugene, Ore.; Annette Prough, Aurora; and Beverly (Dean) Dickinson, Roger (Linda) Pitts and Alan (Julie) Pitts, all of Pueblo. Survived also by a sister, Edwina Johnson, Pueblo; as well as 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A veteran of service with the U.S. Navy during World War II, Mr. Pitts was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and USWA Local 2102. He was employed for 27 years at CF&I Steel Corp. and at the time of his retirement in 1979, he was employed in the seamless tube mill. Service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel will be conducted by the Rev. Christine Monro, pastor, Trinity United Methodist Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family respectfully requests the omission of flowers. Memorials may be made to either the Heart Fund or Retinitis Pigmentosa in care of the funeral home office. Pitts, Max Leon Max Leon Pitts - Pueblo Chieftain - December 28, 1987 - Max Leon Pitts passed away Dec. 26, 1887, at his home in Canon City, where he lived since 1979, Born Sept. 19, 1919, in Independence. Kan., to Guy and Hazel H. Pitts. He is survived by his wife, Vivian, whom he married Oct. 5, 1947. Also survived by one daughter, Maxine (David) Carpenter, Canon City; two sons, John (Mary) of Hermiston, Ore., and Guy (Sherry) of the U.S. Navy in Orlando, Fla.; one sister, Lily Mae (Ray) Schneider, Lamar; one brother, Alvin of Garden City, Kan.; 11 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His family moved to Colorado when Max was 3 years old. He attended schools in McClave and Wiley, graduating from Wiley High School in 1937. The family moved to Las Animas in that year, where Max farmed until he joined the U.S. Army on Nov. 7, 1941. After his discharge from the Army in October 1945, he returned to Las Animas and in 1948 purchased the Star Filling Station, which he operated until 1951 when he went to work at the VA Hospital in Fort Lyon. He retired from there in January 1977. Max was a life member of the DAV, George Hanis, No. 6, and VFW, No. 2411, in Las Animas. Visitation will be held 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday at Andrews Funeral Home, Canon City. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Powell-Kuhns Mortuary in Las Animas. Interment will follow at Fort Lyon National Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to hospice or your favorite charity in lieu of flowers. Pitts, Rhoda P. Rhoda P. Pitts - Pueblo Chieftain - April 30, 1999 - Rhoda P. Pitts, passed away April 28, 1999, in Pueblo. Rhoda was born Sept.15, 1910, in Belle, Mo. She lived most of her life in Webster Groves, Mo., before moving to Cincinnati, Ohio, and then to Pueblo where she had resided for the past 17 years. Wherever she lived, Rhoda was active in church And school activities. In Pueblo, she was an active member of First Southern Baptist Church, the SAMS and SALS, the Arthritis Club, and various missionary groups. Rhoda was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest B. Pitts- three sisters- four brothers and one granddaughter. Left to celebrate her life and cherish her memory are two daughters, Shirley (Jesse) Lewis of Missouri, and Virginia (Everett) Collier of Ohio- two sons, E. Ed (Linda) Pitts of Pueblo, and Tom (Judy) Pitts of Indiana- nine grandchildren- 13 great-grandchildren-five great-great-grandchildren- as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mrs. Pitts will lie in state from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. today at the mortuary. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 1, 1999, in the First Southern Baptist Church, 301 Cleveland, with the Rev. Walter Partain officiating. Interment will follow in the Imperial Cemetery. The family expresses heartfelt gratitude to her many friends at First Southern Baptist Church, the Azteca Apartments, the staff at IHS (Pueblo Manor), Dr. Jim Stjernholm, Dr. Chris Stjernholm, Brenda Fedde and the nursing staff at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Gideon Memorial Bibles or to the Library Fund at First Southern Baptist Church, 301 Cleveland, Pueblo, Colo., 81004. Pitts, Vernon Vernon Pitts - Pueblo Chieftain - December 12, 1999 - Vernon Pitts, 72, passed away Dec. 8, 1999, in Pueblo. Services will be held in Ozark County, Missouri. Pittullo, Jerold Jerold Pittullo - Pueblo Chieftain - October 10, 2000 - Jerold Pittullo, age 78, passed away Oct. 8, 2000. Jerold was born in Bingham, Neb., on July 27, 1922, and moved to Colorado as a child. He is survived by his wife, Lula Mae; and one sister, Frances Cullen of Pueblo. Also survived by stepsons, Jim (Judy) Hammer, Glendale, Ariz., Dan (Char) Hammer, Phoenix, Ariz., Phillip (Joyce) Hammer, Providence, R.I., Gary (Sue) Komorny, Las Vegas, Nev., and Bill (Beth) Komorny, Henderson, Nev.; and stepdaughters, Sue (Mike) Earhart, Pueblo, Sandy (Rick) Harbert, Pueblo, and Donna (Roy) Kimble, Clayton, N.M.; as well as 17 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Scott and Orpha Pittullo; brothers, Roy, Glen and Scott Pittullo; and grandson, Jerry Perry. Jerold was a retired World War II Navy veteran who worked and also retired from the Navy Reserves and Mountain Bell Telephone Company. He was a member of the USS Maryland BB 46, Pueblo Elks No. 90, Christ the King Church parish and was an avid horseman. Rosary and funeral Mass, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2000, 9:30 a.m., Christ the King Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may he made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice or to American Cancer Society in care of the funeral home office. Pittullo, Scott Scott Pittullo - Pueblo Chieftain - November 27, 1997 - Scott Pittullo, 77, of Pueblo, died Nov. 25, 1997, at his home. Services, 10 a.m. Friday at Griffy Family Funeral Home in Fowler with burial in Manzanola Cemetery. Memorials to Hospice or Full Gospel Men's Association International in care of the funeral home. Also survived by a brother, Gerald (Lou) Pittullo of Pueblo- a sister, Frances (Jim) Cullen of Pueblo- and the following grandchildren, Paul Gould, Jodi Fillmore, Marianne Provenza, Leigh Ann Pittullo, Delaina Pittullo, Clay Pittullo and Britt Pittullo- and one great-grandson, Scott Alec Gould. Pitzer, Hubert Charles Hubert Charles "Charlie" Pitzer - Huerfano World - December 1, 1994 - Hubert Charles "Charlie" Pitzer, 72, of Walsenburg, died Nov. 26, 1994, in Fort Lyons Veterans Hospital. Born May 2, 1922, in St, Anthony, SD, he was active in youth baseball teams in Colorado Springs, the VFW and American Legion. While in the Navy during World War IL he was highly decorated, receiving a Purple Heart. He had served in the China Sea in October, 1942. Survivors include five children, Jonathan Pitzer and Linda Trujillo, Colorado Springs, Mary Pitzer, Kayenta, AZ, Christine Carsell, Colorado Springs, Roger Pitzer, Orange County, CA; a brother, John W. Pitzer, Colorado Springs; two sisters, Sally Fotopolus, Chicago, IL, and Marie, Orange County, CA; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Memorial service for family and friends will be at 10 a.m. Thursday (today) at 26 Seneca Circle, Navajo Ranches, Walsenburg. Cremation. Huerfano World - December 22, 1994 - Our Sympathy goes to the Pitzer family in the loss of Charlie Pitzer who died December 1, 1994. Pixley, Helen K. Helen K. Pixley - Pueblo Chieftain - November 1973 - Helen K. Pixley, Nov. 14, 1973, in a local nursing home after a long illness. Mother of Mrs. Barbara J. Beatty, 1216 Revere, where the family may be contacted. Grandmother of Deborah Beatty and Richard Beatty and sister of Mrs. Mary Bruce, and sister-in-law of Mrs. George W. Clark, all of Pueblo. Member of the First Presbyterian Church; past president of Colorado Hospital Association; past member of the Board of Trustee of Mid-West Association and served on the Board of Nurse Examiners for five years. Born August 22, 1901, in La Veta, Colo.; Pueblo resident for 49 years. Registered nurse employed by the late Dr. H. A. Black; superintendent for Parkview Episcopal Hospital for 15 years and taught at St. Mary Corwin Hospital for two years, retiring in 1953. Preceded in death by her husband Carl A. Pixley in 1968 and her son-in-law, Thomas D. Beatty, in 1970. Services 10 a.m., Saturday, Davis Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Frank Beattie officiating. To Imperial Memorial Gardens. Those who desire may contribute directly to the Pueblo Easter Seal Society for Crippled Children, P.O. Box 1014. Pizinger, Maurice Elmer Maurice Elmer Pizinger - Pueblo Chieftain - April 02, 2005 - Maurice Elmer Pizinger, 82, a 30-year resident of Pueblo West, went to be with the Lord on March 29, 2005. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 44 years, Edith Pizinger. He is survived by his children, Daniel J. (Florence) of Colorado Springs, David L. (Sandy) Sr. of California, Steven M. of Englewood, Patricia K. Cooper of Pueblo, and Michael J. of Pueblo West; 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also survived by his sister, Iris Mattick of Lacy, Wash. Maurice was a member of the DAV, American Legion and Evangelical Free Church. He enjoyed gardening, spending time with his grandchildren and the farming lifestyle. He served in the Army Air Corps CBI during World War II. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, at Imperial Funeral Home, with graveside service to be held, 2 p.m. Tuesday, at the Fort Lyon National Cemetery in Fort Lyon, Colo., with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the DAV in his memory. Placencia-Abeyta, Frances Frances Placencia-Abeyta - Pueblo Chieftain - August 04, 2001 - Passed away Aug. 2, 2001, in Pueblo. Frances was born Sept. 9, 1938, in Marathon, Texas. Frances is survived by two sons; one daughter; two brothers; and two sisters. Cremation, Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 6, 2001, in the Davis Memorial Chapel. The family will receive friends at 421 Veta following the service. Plagman, Douglas Douglas Plagman Pueblo Chieftain - December 01, 1997 - Douglas Plagman, 70, passed away Nov. 29, 1997. Survived by his wife, Mary Plagman of the family home- children, Linda Kay Tiffany of Pueblo, Carol (Dave) LoSapio of Fort Collins, Kenneth Douglas (Merry) Plagman of Pueblo and Ronald Lewis Plagman of Pueblo- brothers, Gary Plagman of California and Ford Kime of Arizona- sister, Nancy Schiffer of Pueblo- grandchildren, Jennifer, Casey and Sara- great-grandchildren, Jacob and Keyauna. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his daughter, Peggy Plagman and sister, Eloise VanDyke. Born July 30, 1927, in Ovid, Colo., and was a longtime Pueblo resident. Veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during World War II and was a life member of the VFW Post No. 61. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing and also liked working with his hands. Mr. and Mrs. Plagman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Jan. 15, 1997. At his request, there will be no viewing. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1997, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with the Rev. Ross Kershaw officiating. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team and interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Those who desire may make memorial contributions to the Home Health Care Service at Parkview Hospital, through the funeral home office. The family would like to thank the nurses from Parkview Home Care, especially Linda, Flora, Terry and Susan, for making his last few days with us so special. Also, to Dr. Grossman and Dr. Stachler for their dedicated services over the past years. A special thank you to Kathy Guagliardo for being there for us during his final moments. Plant, Lois A. Lois A. Plant Pueblo Chieftain October 6, 2006 - Lois A. Plant, 84, was born April 26, 1922, in Trinidad, Colo., and passed away at the Villa Pueblo Pavilion on Oct. 4, 2006, after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl S. Plant; parents, Albert S. and Bessie H. Caldwell; and brother, Hubert L. "Bud" Caldwell. Survivors include her children, Jane E. Decker, Pueblo, and C. Michael Plant, Carbondale, Colo.; granddaughters, Cyndie J. Decker, Pueblo, Cory L. (Bill) Rose, Basalt, Colo., and Lindsay J. Plant, Denver; special niece and nephew, Shari and Jack Schantz, Greeley, Colo.; and good friend, Lois Sodamann. Lois attended Pueblo Community College after Carl's death and earned her LPN degree. She worked at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital on the coronary care unit until her retirement. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice through the funeral home. Plantz, Jack Jack Plantz - Walsenburg World-Independent - January 31, 1944 - Jack Plantz, operator of a barber shop at 105 West Sixth Street for the past number of years, was found dead in his shop at 8:45 this morning. Death was due to a heart attack, according to Huerfano County Coroner Dan Unfug, who investigated. The body was found by Sam Hobeika of this city, who went to the shop this morning as was his custom. Investigation showed that Plantz was seized as he was shaving in front of the mirror. He lived upstairs in the Safeway building. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. C. G. Wical of Long Beach, Calif., and by one son, Roy W. Plantz of Camp Adair, Ore. Funeral arrangements will be made later, pending word from relatives, it is announced. Walsenburg World-Independent - February 2, 1944 - Funeral services for John Henry Plantz, who died here early Monday, will be held in Pueblo from the Rouch mortuary, with arrangements to be announced later. The body was taken there this afternoon. He was born in New York, and died here at the age of 60. He had been a resident of Walsenburg for the past nine years, coming here from La Junta. Survivors are his wife, Dora, of Pueblo; one daughter, Esther Wical of Long Beach, Calif.; one son, Roy W. Plantz of Camp Adair, Ore., and two sisters and five brothers, all residents of Burkhardt, N. Y. Local arrangements were under the direction of the Unfug-Peet mortuary. Huerfano World - February 3, 2000 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1944: Jack Plantz died of a heart attack at his barber shop at 105 West Sixth Street. Plath, Edith M. Edith M. Plath - Pueblo Chieftain - September 05, 2001 - Edith M. Plath of Pueblo West, formerly of Corvallis, Ore., passed away Sunday, Sept. 2, 2001. Edith was a longtime member of P.E.O. and enjoyed sewing and reading. She is predeceased by her loving husband, Clarence V. Plath. She is survived by her children, Joel (Kathy) Plath, David (Sue) Plath and Jane Plath; and four grandchildren. Memorial service will be at a later date in Corvallis, Ore. Platt, Helen Helen Platt - Pueblo Chieftain - December 11, 2005 - Helen Platt, 88, passed away Dec. 7, 2005. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, John H. Platt; children, John (Jacquie) Platt, Joyce (Nile) Scott; grandchildren, John A. Platt, Kimberly Scott and Brian (Anne) Scott; great-grandchildren, Dane and Rylan Scott; former daughter-in-law, Connie Platt; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Helen's family and friends were the joy in her life and she loved spending time with them. She will be sadly missed by everyone. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005, at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel with interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions in Helen's memory to the American Heart Association or to the Susan B. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation. Plemmons, Loretha Loretha "Lori" Plemmons - Coloradoan - April 24, 2006 - Loretha "Lori" Stacy Plemmons, wife, mother and grandmother, was born at home, on Dec. 29, 1922, in Comanche County, near Lawton, Okla. According to her diaries, it was a cold night, and her father, Archie William Stacy, and the men chopped wood, while Grandmother Roberson and the women tended to her mother, Hattie Florence Roberson Stacy. Lori attended Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, Okla., and worked in a shipyard in Richmond, Calif., during World War II. On May 15, 1944, she married her childhood sweetheart, Buford Plemmons, at the Holy City Chapel, Lawton, Okla., while he was home on leave. In 1947, they migrated to Colorado, living first in Rye, where she taught shorthand and typing; Swink (1950), where she tutored Iranian students attending Otero Junior College; and Haxtun (1959), where she worked as a nurse aide. In 1966, they moved to Fort Collins where she worked at Poudre Valley Hospital as a medical records technician. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Chapter FM of the PEO Sisterhood and many other organizations. She is honored and loved by her family and friends, including husband, friend and sweetheart of 83 years, Buford Plemmons; daughter, Rita Ann Bee; son and daughter-in-law Stacy and Nancy Plemmons, all of Fort Collins, and son and daughter-in-law, Kerry and Gail Plemmons of Denver; grandchildren, Beth Bee of State College, Pa., Kelly Bee of Denver, Laura Rickoff of Boulder, Kris Plemmons of Breckenridge and Ryan Plemmons of Denver; and her sister, Imogene Taliferro, of Lawton, Okla. On Aug. 5, 2005, in her diary she said "For the first time I dreamed of Heaven. It was so vivid - as I entered Heaven there was my mother, dad and sister Avis (Stacy Cranfield) waiting for me. What a glorious reunion it was!" A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the First United Methodist Church, 1005 Stover St., followed by a private family burial Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the First United Methodist Church Building Fund, PEO Chapter FM, or Kiwanis Poudre Golden K, in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel, 121 W. Olive St., Fort Collins, CO 80524, who are handling all arrangements. Plese, James Allen James Allen Plese - Pueblo Chieftain - August 20, 2004 - James Allen Plese. Not how did he die, but how did he live? Not what did he gain, but what did he give? On Aug. 16, 2004, James Allen Plese passed away. His family only can hope that he has finally found peace. Survived by his loving wife, Patti; daughters, Jamie and Marissa; two sons-in-law; four grandchildren; and sister, Charlotte. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crossroads Turning Points Detox Center, 509 E. 13th St., Pueblo, CO, 81001. Memorial service, 1 p.m. Saturday, at Romero Chapel. Age: 65. Plese, Mary E. Mary E. Plese - Pueblo Chieftain - February 04, 1999 - Mary E. Plese, 93, passed away Feb. 2, 1999. Member of Shrine of St. Therese Church. Survived by sons, Elliott (Kay) Plese, James (Patti) Plese- and daughter, Charlotte (Fred) McConnell- 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass, Friday, Feb. 5, 1999, 2 p.m., Shrine of St. Therese Church. Entombment, Roselawn Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions to the charity of their choice in memory of Mrs. Plese. Plumhoff, Steven Steven Plumhoff - Albuquerque Journal December 10, 2003 - Major Steven Plumhoff, a resident of Albuquerque, was killed while serving his Country in the War on Terrorism on November 23, 2003. He is survived by his wife of ten years Yvette LaPointe of Albuquerque; son, Gavyn Ruark Plumhoff of Albuquerque; mother, Hannalore Lode of Pueblo West, Colorado and father, Karl-Heinz Plumhoff also of Pueblo West Colorado; sister, Carola Plumhoff of Plainfield, New Jersey. Steven served as a Major in the United States Air Force with the 551st Special Operations Squadron. Memorial Funeral will be held on Friday, December 12, 2003 at Kirtland Air Force Base. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made for his son to the G. R. Plumhoff Trust c/o Tim LaPointe 3509 Briar Field Blvd. Maumee, Ohio 43537. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300 Plumlee, Merlyn Kester Merlyn Kester Plumlee - Colorado Springs Gazette - November 3, 2007 - November 10, 1951 - October 29, 2007 Merlyn Plumlee passed away after a two year long battle with cancer, he was born in Colorado Springs, CO and graduated from Palmer High School, class of 1969. He obtained a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Southern Colorado State College in Pueblo, CO. Merlyn started his career involvement with motorcycles, at the age of 14, working for Mr. Bill Brokaw, at Bill Brokaw Motorcycles, (Motor City Yamaha), and racing in the AMA Dirt Track Series. After graduating from college, Merlyn started with Honda of America, in the Honda Racing Corp. (HRC) as a mechanic, building race motorcycles for the AMA Superbike Road Racing Series. Merlyn also worked for Team Muzzy Kawasaki and in World Superbike Series for Team Rumi in Italy. He returned to American Honda (HRC) and became one of the top and most respected "Superbike Mechanics" in the world. Over his career, Merlyn had won "7 AMA Superbike Series Championship Titles"! Merlyn also loved to fish and was an up and coming force in bicycle cyclo-cross in Southern CA before his passing. He is survived by his wife, Marta (Kennedy), of San Pedro, CA, sister Bertha George, Nephews, B.J. Ondo, Bob Brazee, Chuck David of Colorado Springs, CO and USAF Major, Jerry Stonecipher, serving in Kuwait. Brother, Bob George of Joplin, MO., Nephew, Rusty George and Niece, April Southard. Merlyn was preceded in death by both his parents. Memorial services to be held in San Pedro, CA on November 9th, 2007. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the "American Cancer Society" at www.cancer.org. Plummer, Bea Bea Plummer - Pueblo Chieftain - July 22, 1987 - Bea Plummer died July 5, 1987, and Al Plummer died Jan. 23, 1987. Survived by children, Ralph (Candy) Plummer, Parker, Janet (Lonnie) Eidson, Pueblo West; grandchildren, Christopher Plummer, Emelie and Logan Eidson; and other relatives and friends. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Prairie Avenue Baptist Church, Pueblo. Plunkett, Howard C. Howard C. Plunkett - Pueblo Chieftain - August 25, 1998 - Howard C. Plunkett, 60, of Coolidge, Kan., died Saturday, Aug. 22, 1998. Funeral services, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 1998, at the Syracuse Wesleyan Church, Syracuse, Kan. Burial in the Coolidge Cemetery. Visitation from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at the Nazarene Church in Holly, and from 5-8 p.m. today at the Wesleyan Church in Syracuse, Kan. Memorial contributions may be made to the Syracuse Wesleyan Church Memorial Fund. Plunkett, Mary Jones Mary Jones Plunkett - Pueblo Chieftain - March 25, 1999 - Mary Jones Plunkett, age 92, passed away March 24, 1999. Survived by nephew, Robert (LaVona) Sabott, Pueblo, Colo., and niece, Vermadel (George) Gibson, Portland, Ore. Also survived by great-nephew, Kerry B. (Mary) Sabott, Pueblo, Colo.- great-nieces, Sherry (Gary) Drew, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Dorrine Marshall of California- and great-great-nephew and niece, Brett and Kerry Elizabeth Sabott. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank Plunkett in 1984-brother, John Jones- and sisters, Jane Sabott and Laura Pitcock. Mrs. Plunkett was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church parish and the National and Colorado Education Association. She taught school in District #60 for 40 years, retiring from Keating Junior High School. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10 a.m., St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers Plunkett, Minnie Beatrice Minnie Beatrice Plunkett - Colorado Springs Gazette - June 14, 1988 - Minnie Beatrice Plunkett, 90, of Pueblo died Sunday in Pueblo. She had been a dental technician. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Evergreen Cemetery, 1001 S. Hancock Ave. Swan-Law Funeral Home, 501 N. Cascade Ave., is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Plunkett was born Jan. 20, 1898, in Colorado Springs, to Charlie and Leota (Vickroy) Beamon. She had lived in Canon City and Penrose for many years. Mrs. Plunkett was a member of Eastern Star Canon City Chapter 21, White Shrine Order of Amaranth and the Honored Ladies of Al Kaly Temple. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert McLaughlin. Mrs. Plunkett is survived by a stepson; two stepdaughters; and numerous nieces and nephews including Arlo G. Beamon of Pueblo. She also was preceded in death by a daughter, June, three brothers and two sisters. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Children's Hospital in care of Al Kaly Temple, P.O. Box 193, Pueblo 81002. Plute, Irene Rose Irene Rose Plute - Pueblo Chieftain - March 23, 2003 - Irene Rose Plute. Born Feb. 22, 1922 to March 20, 2003. Predeceased by her husband, Jake Plute; parents, John and Rose Yaklich; and brother, John A. Yaklich Jr. Survived by sister, Evelyn Lockwood, Torrance, Calif.; nieces and nephews, Marlys Yaklich, of California, Brian (Mary) Yaklich and Dianna Yaklich, both of Littleton, Colo., Rochelle (Jim) Quackenbush, Grand Junction, Colo., Grant (Heidi) Yaklich, Fort Collins, Colo., Steve (Joanie) Lockwood and David (Sharon) Lockwood, both of Torrance, Calif., and David (Jan) Pecararo of Denver, Colo. Also survived by numerous great-nieces and nephews; aunts, Mary Gorshe and Velma (Tony) Cortese; and sister-in-law, Elsie Pecararo. Irene was a member of St. Therese of Vineland Parish and Pueblo Aerie No. 145 Ladies Auxiliary (FOE). Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans or St. Mary Church. Plute, Jake J. Jake J. Plute - Pueblo Chieftain - March 16, 2000 - Jake J. Plute, age 86, passed away March 14, 2000. Survived by his wife of 62 years, Irene R. Plute; brother, Joseph Plute; sister, Elsie (Tony) Pecoraro, all of Pueblo; and sister-in-law, Evelyn Lockwood, Torrance, Calif. Also survived by very special nieces and nephews, Marlys Yaklich, San Pedro, Calif., Brian (Mary) Yaklich, Lakewood, Colo., Dianna Yaklich, Littleton, Colo., Rochelle (Jim) Quackenbush, Grand Junction, Colo., Grant (Heidi) Yaklich, Fort Collins, Colo., David (Jan) Pecoraro, Parker, Colo., Steven (Joannie) Lockwood, and David (Sharon) Lockwood, all of Torrance, Calif.; as well as 14 grandnieces and grandnephews. Mr. Plute served in the U.S. Army during World War II and returned with a disability. Upon his return he was employed at the PAD, retiring at age 62. Jake was co-owner with his wife Irene in Jake and Irene's Grocery in Vineland. He was a life member of Pueblo Elks No. 90, Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE), St. Therese of Vineland and St. Mary Church, where services will be held. Funeral Mass, Sunday, 6 p.m., scripture service and interment, Monday, 10 a.m. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Please omit food. Contributions may be made to St. Mary Prayer Garden Fund or St. Therese of Vineland Maintenance Fund or a charity of the donor's choice. All contributions will be accepted at the funeral home. Plute, Joseph A. Joseph A. Plute - Pueblo Chieftain - June 25, 2000 - Joseph A. Plute, age 85, born on March 18, 1915, to Jake and Josephine Plute in Pueblo, Colo., passed away June 23, 2000. He is survived by his sister, Elsie Pecoraro, and brother-in-law, Tony Pecoraro, Pueblo; nephews, David A. Pecoraro, Parker, Colo., and Nicholas S. Pecoraro, Aurora, Colo.; niece, Anne-Marie Birdsall, Arvada, Colo.; and sister-in-law, Irene (Jake) Plute; as well as numerous other relatives. Mr. Plute entered the Armed Forces on April 10, 1941, and was in the Western Pacific and Philippine Islands campaigns, where he received the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, American Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. Joe is remembered for his passion for sports and was an avid bowler. "Lemo," as he was known by most of his friends, was a loving, caring and giving man. Rosary, Monday, June 26, 2000, 7 p.m., and funeral Mass, Tuesday, June 27, 2000, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Plutt, Edith Mary Edith Mary Snedec Plutt - Pueblo Chieftain - April 26, 2002 - Edith Mary Snedec Plutt, affectionately known as "Grano," born June 5, 1910, in Pueblo, passed away April 24, 2002. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Mayer Snedec; husband, Victor J. Plutt; brothers, John, Joseph, Anthony, Edward; sisters, Anna Subotich, Rose Stocker. Survived by three sons, Victor (Charlotte), Robert (Virginia) and Donald (Charlene) Plutt; sister, Josephine Bond; and sister-in-law, Catherine Vider; grandchildren, Jennifer (Victor) Tenorio, Greg (Lisa) Plutt, Kristi Plutt, Laurie Plutt, Celine (Darick) D'Ercole, Lynn (Grant) Covington, Vicki (Doug) McGraw, Don (Katy) Plutt, Kerrie (Rocky) Keck; great-granddaughters, Jordyn Keck and Molli McGraw; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Edith was a lifelong resident of the Grove. She was a member of Mount Carmel Church. Edith was dedicated to her family and helping others. She was a great cook and a gracious hostess who loved family gatherings. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home on Friday evening. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, April 27, 2002, at Mount Carmel Church, 421 Clark St. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Plutt, Grace Grace (Parlapiano) Plutt - Pueblo Chieftain - May 09, 2004 - Grace (Parlapiano) Plutt, 85, passed away May 6, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. Born March 26, 1919, in Pueblo, Colo., to James and Catherine Parlapiano, who preceded her along with her husband, Tony Plutt; five brothers and two sisters. Survived by her brother, Mike (Pearl) Parlapiano; sisters, Marie Corsentino and Rose (Maurice) Conway; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Plutt, John W. John W. Plutt - Pueblo Chieftain - November 06, 2001 - John W. Plutt, age 87, went to be with the Lord Nov. 2, 2001. John was born Aug. 17, 1914, in Crested Butte, Colo., and was a resident of Pueblo for the past 49 years. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Anna Plutt; sister, Mary Queen; and brother, Tony Plutt. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Helen M. Plutt; son, John D. (Sara) Plutt, Pueblo West; daughter, Deborah (John) Anderson, Trinidad; grandchildren, Sarah (Brandon) Anderson-Hall, Crested Butte; Luke Anderson, Greeley; Cassandra and Tiffany Plutt, Henderson, Nev.; Mariah and Kason Plutt, Littleton; brothers, Joseph (Jane) Plutt, Arvada, Martin (Elsie) Plutt, Pueblo; sister, Ann (Calvin) Hurst, Rollinsville; sisters-in-law, Ruth Gornick, Lillian Gornick and Grace Plutt, all of Pueblo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. John was a veteran of WWII, having served with the United States Marine Corps in the Pacific Theater, including Guadalcanal. He was a member of Our Lady of the Meadows Catholic Church, the United Mine Workers of America and St. Joseph Lodge No. 7. He was employed by CF&I Corporation, Colorado Builders Supply and Abex Corporation, where he retired in 1980. John was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He valued his family above all else. Viewing, Monday, 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 1 p.m., at Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Reception following interment at Our Lady of the Meadows Parish Hall. In lieu of food, donations may be made to Our Lady of the Meadows Building Fund or to the charity of the donor's choice. Plutt, Martin J. Martin J. Plutt - Pueblo Chieftain - December 09, 2001 - Martin J. Plutt, 81, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 7, 2001, in Pueblo, Colo. Born Oct. 27, 1920, in Crested Butte, Colo., to Joseph and Anna Plutt, who preceded him; along with a sister, Mary Queen; and brothers, John and Tony Plutt. Survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Elsie Plutt; children, Janice (Gary) Mehle of Pueblo, Bob Plutt of Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Michael, Jenna, Brittany and Maren; brother, Joe (Jane) Plutt; sister, Ann (Cal) Hurst; sisters-in-law, Helen and Grace Plutt, brothers-in-law, Robert (Claudia) Drake and John Dragovich. Martin was a lifetime member of Elks Lodge No. 90. He retired as the manager of Widefield Supply in 1985 and also served in the Army during WWII. Visitation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Wednesday, St. Patrick's Church. Entombment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Elks No. 90 Endowment Fund, 426 Santa Fe, Pueblo, CO 81003 in his memory. Plutt, Tony L. Tony L. Plutt - Pueblo Chieftain - April 21, 2000 - Tony L. Plutt, 84, passed away April 18, 2000. Survived by his wife, Grace Plutt; daughter, Patricia (Garland) Boies of Denver; brothers, Joseph (Jane) Plutt of Grand Junction, John (Helen) Plutt and Martin (Elsie) Plutt; and sister, Ann (Cal) Hurst of Lakewood; numerous niece and nephews also survive. Preceded in death by sister, Mary Queen, and parents, Joseph and Ann Plutt. Tony retired from CF&I and was a lifetime member of BPOE No. 90 and Pueblo Aerie No. 145. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Monday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Pueblo Elks Endowment fund in his memory. Plutt, Victor J. Victor J. Plutt - Pueblo Chieftain - April 23, 1986 - Victor J. Plutt was born in Pueblo on Nov. 7, 1905, and passed away there April 21, 1986. He had been employed in the 14-inch mill at CF&I for 45 years, retiring in 1968. He had been an avid outdoorsman all his life. He is survived by his wife, Edith, to whom he had been married for 47 years; his sons, Victor E. (Charlotte) Plutt, Robert (Virginia) Plutt and Donald (Charlene) Plutt; grandchildren, Jennifer, Greg, Kristi, Laurie, Celine, Lynn, Vicky, Donald and Kerrie Plutt. Services will be held at Mt. Carmel Church: recitation of the rosary at 7 p.m. Wednesday and Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Thursday. Interment in Roselawn Cemetery to follow. Plymell-Newlin, Lillie Ruth Lillie Ruth Plymell-Newlin - Pueblo Chieftain - April 17, 1999 - Lillie Ruth Plymell-Newlin, 81, passed away April 16, 1999. She is survived by her son, William (Susan) Plymell- grandchildren, Terry, Tom, Elizabeth, and Katie Plymell, Perry (Eldean), Johanna Tanigawa- great-grandson, Brayden Tanigawa- and brother, Ralph Anglea of Northridge, Calif. She is preceded in death by parents, Ethel and W. P. Anglea- and daughter, Claudia Tanigawa. She was a member of White Shrine of Jerusalem No. 7, Order of the Eastern Star, Ada Chapter 34, Daughters of the American Revolution, Flower Fad Garden Club and longtime member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Viewing, noon until 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Graveside service, 1 p.m. Monday, Imperial Memorial Gardens. , 2 p.m. Monday, St. Paul United Methodist Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to St. Paul United Methodist or Faith United Methodist in her memory. Plywell, Susan Clare Susan Clare (Groth) Plymell - Pueblo Chieftain - June 19, 2006 - Susan Clare (Groth) Plymell, 52, passed away June 17, 2006, due to cancer. She was born on Oct. 18, 1953, to Helen and Clarence Groth. Susan's childhood home was Fort Lyon, Colo. Her father worked as a social worker at the V.A. Psychiatric Hospital, and her mother as a nurse. Susan remembered Fort Lyon as a wonderful place to grow up. There she would learn the beauty of the Southern Colorado plains and farmland, the lessons from her parents at the Psychiatric Hospital, and challenges of the mentally disabled, particularly the veterans of our country. These experiences during her childhood taught her to see an ever-present God in her life. It would not be uncommon for Susan to call her friends together to play "church." She was an honors graduate of Las Animas High School, Otero Junior College and Adams State College. Following graduation from Adams State, Susan returned to her home school district in Las Animas and taught bilingual education in the elementary grades for several years. Shortly thereafter, she returned to school to attend Iliff School of Theology in Denver. During her internship year at St. Paul in Pueblo, she met her future husband Bill Plymell. Following her final year at Iliff, she returned to Pueblo and married Bill on Dec. 27, 1981. Together they raised four children, Terry, Tom, Elizabeth and Katie. Susan served St. Paul as an intern and then as associate pastor with Rev. Bill Obaugh in 1982, and 1983. Following, Susan went on leave of absence to spend time with her growing family and then began serving the Olney Springs United Methodist Church in 1987, and continued her part-time ministry there until 1996. She was then assigned to Faith and Pueblo West United Methodist Ministry in 1996. The two congregations eventually became SonRise Church. New church ministry became a priority in Susan's life as she served the Faith and Pueblo West congregations. The ten years of her ministry with the two congregations convinced her of how important new ministry is for the life of United Methodism, and the spreading of the Christian gospel. Along with new ministry, Susan had a great concern for the children of the community and created an after school reading program called StoryTime. StoryTime eventually entered the prison system to become a ministry there. Susan learned in her early years the integrity of each individual and the gifts each person brings to the world. Susan also helped to create a sign-language choir and encouraged work in deaf ministry. Susan is survived by her husband, William Plymell; her mother, Helen Groth; brothers, John (Margo) Groth and Tim Groth; and sister, Janet (William) Orpet; children, Terry (Elena) Plymell, Tom (Wendy) Plymell, Elizabeth (Jason) Caldwell, Katie Plymell; and grandchildren, Andrew and Austen Plymell. Visitation, 1 to 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment, 9 a.m. Tuesday at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Veterans Court of Honor, with memorial service to follow at 10:30 a.m. at United Methodist church. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to SonRise Church Building Fund, 310 West 11th, Pueblo, CO 81003. Poage, B. E. B. E. "Brown" Poage - Pueblo Chieftain - February 25, 1987 - B. E. "Brown" Poage, 86, of Fowler. Survived by wife, Elizabeth, of the home; three sons, Delmar E. (Carol) Poage of Laverne, Calif., Dale F. (Claudia) Poage, Yuma, Ariz., Thomas F. Poage of Fowler; three daughters, Freda (Olan) Jones, Rocky Ford, Polly (Loren) Seyferth, Fowler, Sue (Jerry) Watson, Pueblo; one brother, Leo Poage, Parsons, Kan.; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Services, 2 p.m. today, Griffy Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. David Almanzar officiating. Burial, Fowler Cemetery. Family prefers memorials to the Fowler Ambulance Service. Pobst, Allen J. Allen J. Pobst - Pueblo Chieftain - December 28, 1986 - Allen J. Pobst, Dec. 27, 1986. Husband of Adelene Pobst; father of Donald A. Pobst; brother of Merle (Alice) Pobst and Robert (Edna Lou) Pobst of Pueblo; and Papa to Gina and Jack Maroney. Uncle of Jack (Lena) Maroney, Sam Maroney, Dan (Bev) Maroney, Sharon Pobst, Bob Pobst, Rick Pobst and Julie Milne. Preceded in death by brother, Fred Pobst, and sister, Wilma Maroney. Member of Trinity United Methodist Church, a life member of BPO Elks 90 and a veteran of the U.S. Marines, corpsman during World War II. Mr. Pobst retired from CF&I Steel Corp. as general foreman in the 25-inch mill. Service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Committal, BPOE Elks 90, Mountain View. Family respectfully requests omission of food and flowers. Contributions may be made to donor's favorite charity. Family may be contacted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Maroney, 610 Maple. Pobst, Edda Edda Lou Pobst Pueblo Chieftain October 12, 2006 - Edda Lou Pobst, 77, born Feb. 19, 1929, passed away Oct. 6, 2006. Preceded in death by husband, Robert W. Pobst; and son, Rick A. Pobst. Survived by daughter and son-in-law, Julie A. and Dr. Robert Milne; granddaughters, Drew (Dwaine) Espinoza, Brooke (Dr. Robert) Lieberman and Meredith Milne; great-grandson, Devon Espinoza; numerous nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and -nephews. She was a member of St. Paul Methodist Church and the Pueblo Country Club for 40 years. Edda Lou enjoyed golf and tennis and loved watching all sports. She and her husband were founders of the Rick Pobst Memorial Golf Tournament and have supported golf scholarships to CSU-Pueblo for 18 years. She worked in the president's office at CSU-Pueblo for 18 years retiring in 1985. Viewing, 10 a.m. Saturday, and funeral service, 11 a.m. Saturday; both at Imperial Memorial Gardens Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Rick Pobst Memorial Foundation c/o Julie Milne, 2432 Greens Ave., Henderson, NV, 89014. Pobst, Frederick Alfred Frederick Alfred Pobst - Pueblo Chieftain - April 08, 1986 - Frederick Alfred Pobst passed away in Corpus Christi, Texas, April 3, 1986, following a lengthy illness. Survived by wife, Rose M. Pobst of Portland, Texas; daughter, Carol F. Smith and son-in-law, John C. Smith of Pueblo; grandchildren, Greg Smith of Portland, Ore.; Linda Smith of Pueblo; and Lisa Smith-Hughes of Portland, Texas. Also survived by brothers, Allan (Adelaine) Pobst, Merle (Alice) Pobst, and Robert (EdaLou) Pobst; stepmother, Belva F. Pobst; aunt, Laura Schnack, all of Pueblo; and numerous nieces and nephews. He attended Pueblo public schools and graduated from Pueblo Central High School in 1938. Mr. Pobst served 20 years in the U.S. Navy and also became the first noncommissioned officer in naval history to become appointed governor of a group of territorial islands. He governed the Benin Volcano Islands, including Iwo Jima from 1950 to 1952. Public viewing will be from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday at Olinger's Mortuary, 2775 S. Broadway, in Englewood, Colo., and interment at 1 p.m., Fort Logan Military Cemetery. Friends and family will be received, 6 p.m. Wednesday at the home of John and Carol Smith, 2165 Chantala, Pueblo. Pobst, Merle Wallace Merle Wallace Pobst - Pueblo Chieftain - November 1, 1994 - Merle Wallace Pobst, passed away Oct. 29, 1994. Preceded in death by his wife, Alice H. Pobst, Sept. 22, 1989. Father of Robert Allen Pobst, Denver, and Sharon Pobst, Pueblo, Grandfather of Tracy (Gerald) Trujillo, Pueblo; great-grandfather of Misty Pobst-Geonetta and Jessica Trujillo, all of Pueblo. Brother of Robert (Edda Lou) Pobst, Pueblo, and James (Ina) Pobst, Denver. Also survived by brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Rose Pobst, Denver, John (Olga) Prine, Pennsylvania, Harold (Terry) Eldridge and Rowland Eldridge, both of New Jersey, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Pobst was employed by Mountain Bell as a supervisor, before retiring in 1981, following 37 years of service. He was a veteran of service, having served as a frogman in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was an avid golfer. Cremation, Almont Crematory, Memorial service, Tuesday, 1 p.m. George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. The family will greet friends in the chapel annex following the service. They respectfully request the omission of food and flowers. Memorials may be made to the Rick Pobst Memorial Golf Scholarship Fund, or the charity of the donor's choice, in care of the funeral home office. Pobst, Robert W. Robert W. Pobst - Pueblo Chieftain - June 10, 2005 - Robert W. Pobst, 82, born July 21, 1922, passed away June 7, 2005. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Edda Lou Pobst; daughter, Julie (Dr. Robert) Milne; grandchildren, Drew (Dwaine) Espinoza, Brooke (Dr. Robert) Lieberman, and Meredith Milne; great-grandson, Devon Espinoza; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his son, Rick Pobst; brothers, Allen, Fred and Merle Pobst; and sister, Wilma Maroney. Robert was inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame and was an avid golfer. He retired from Minnequa Bank after 40 years of service. Viewing, 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Saturday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Rick Pobst Memorial Foundation that supports the golf program at CSU-Pueblo. Pochon, Joseph J. Joseph J. Pochon - Pueblo Star Journal March 2, 1899 Joseph J. Pochon died at the family residence, 331 Jackson street, early yesterday morning after an illness of three weeks. The deceased was born in Cugy, Canton de Fribourg, Switzerland, 5 March 1834, and had he lived until next Sunday would have been 65 years old. He came to Colorado in 1859, settling on Cherry Creek, the present site of Denver, and consequently was one of the pioneers of the state. He belonged to the Society of Colorado Pioneers, was in the famous Sand Creek Indian fights and had been prominently identified in Colorado for years. He was superintendent of lumber supplies for the Denver S. Rio Grande road, when the extension of that road was built through the Grand canon, to Salida and Leadville and had charge of the lumber mills at that time near Cotopaxi. During Governor Adams' first term he was chief engineer of the state penitentiary at Canon City. At the time of his death he was a director of the Pueblo Savings bank and was interested in other enterprises but had not been actively engaged in business for the last ten or twelve years. He was a prominent Mason, a member of Lodge No. 31 A. F. & A. M., and also of Commandery No. 3 Knights Templar. The deceased leaves a wife and one son, W. C. Pochon, to mourn his loss. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him, and in his death the community loses an honest, upright and respected citizen. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from his late residence, 331 Jackson street, and will be under the auspices of the Masonic fraternity. Rev. E. P. Newton, pastor of Holy Trinity church, will conduct religious services at the house. Poder, Josephine V. Josephine V. "Babe" Poder - Pueblo Chieftain - May 14, 2005 - Josephine V. "Babe" Poder, 83, born June 27, 1921, to John and Josephine Kerns, passed away May 12, 2005. Survived by her daughters, Janette (Dan) Doran, Redmond, Wash., and Ginny (George) Kaplan, Fort Collins, Colo.; and grandchildren, Danya (Patrick) Hill, Medina, Wash., John (Shannon) Saunders, Campbell, Calif., Bryan Doran, Seattle, Wash., Kevin Doran, Los Angeles, Calif., Michael Kaplan, Denver, Colo., and Brandon Kaplan, San Diego, Calif.; also survived by her great-grandchildren, Kathryn and Taylor Hill, and Lucy Saunders; sister, Mary Tekavec; brother, Louis (Bette) Kerns; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, William Poder; son, Billy Poder; and brother, John Kerns. Josephine was a long-time member of St. Mary Church parish. She loved singing in the choir and organized monthly bus trips to Cripple Creek. She also organized monthly breakfasts for Central High School Class of 1938. Josephine was a member of ZVSA, Slovenian Union Women's Association and Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE) Ladies Auxiliary. She was an avid sports fan and never missed a Broncos or Rockies game. Josephine worked as a secretary in many industries and retired from School District 60. She was a loving mother and grandmother and was devoted totally to her family. Viewing, 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday; both services at St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the St. Mary Prayer Garden in Josephine's memory. Podoll, Eugene Eugene (Gene) Podoll - Colorado Springs Gazette - August 23, 2007 - Eugene (Gene) Podoll was born in Deer Trail, Colorado on Sept. 12, 1927, died in Sun City, AZ on Aug. 13, 2007. Gene is survived by his wife of 56 years, Maxine, of Sun City, Two daughters, Mary Kay (Raymond) of Colorado Springs, Michelle of Sun City. Four sons, Garry (Amy) of Las Vegas, Nevada, Jim (Sam), Bobby (Linda) and Steve (Lisa) all of Colorado Springs. 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Two sisters, Doris Sabadosh of Pueblo West, and Josie Becker of Denver. A memorial Service will be held on August 25, 2007 at 10:00 a.m at Pikes Peak United Methodist Church at 2927 W. Pikes Peak Ave. Poe, Amelia Amelia Poe - Colorado Springs Gazette - May 3, 2007 - "You Are My Sunshine, My Only Sunshine" Amelia Poe, who died April 13 at the age of 93, symbolized the very best of motherhood and what it means to be a true and caring friend. She was an inspiration to everybody she knew and the many people she touched. Known to some of her friends as "Emily," she overcame polio, poverty and the early death of her husband, Everett, and her only daughter, Muriel. After her husband's sudden and unexpected death, she took in ironing and became a baby-sitter for many Colorado Springs families. She used the meager sums of money she earned to help all three of her children --Randall, Roger and Muriel-attend college. She is survived by her two sons, Randall, who lives in Long Beach, N.Y., and Roger, and his wife Mary of Morrison, Colorado, and two granddaughters, Andrea Catherine of Easton, Maryland, and Tisha of Denver, Colorado. She is also survived by a great-granddaughter, Maxine. Also surviving Amelia is a devoted niece, Gretchen Trimble of Pueblo, Colorado, her husband Fred, and their children, Donald, Mark, Kimberly and Shaun, all of Pueblo. Amelia Poe was a brilliant writer, an intense reader and a superb, dedicated swimmer. For more than 45 years, she could be seen daily swimming at the Memorial Park swimming pool in Colorado Spring. A plaque outside the pool celebrates her courage with these words: "She was a swimmer for all seasons." Even as the ravages of polio, a stroke and old age began to stifle her mobility, she continued to travel with her family throughout the United States and even Europe. She attended six Super Bowls after she turned 78, as well as dozens of Broadway plays. She was a frequent museum visitor and passionate fan of live concerts. As a teenager, she and her sister, Margaret (deceased) were popular singers of gospel and other songs at events throughout El Paso County. Amelia Poe also was a letter-writer extraordinaire. As one of her friends put it: "Her letters light up my life. They are more valuable than most books I've read." Amelia's letters, which were usually sprinkled with a rich variety of clippings from newspapers and magazines, were not so much letters as messages of hope launched from the depth of her soul. Amelia Poe brought sunshine into the lives of everybody who knew her. Her memory will be cherished forever. A gravesite ceremony will be held today (May 3) at 1 PM in her honor at the Evergreen Cemetery. Poelman, Michael J. Michael J. Poelman - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - September 28, 1984 - Pueblo Man Killed as Truck Axle Hits Car - A Pueblo man was killed Thursday morning when the axle and wheels from a semi-tractor trailer truck went across the median of Interstate 25 and smashed into his compact car, Colorado Springs police said. Michael J. Poelman, 27, was pronounced dead at 7:47 a.m. at Penrose Hospital, according to police reports. The apparent cause of death was massive chest injuries, police said. Poelman was driving a blue 1978 Chevrolet Chevette. No one else was injured in the accident, Cross said. The accident occurred at 7:15 a.m. when the rear axle and wheels of the tractor came loose just north of Uintah Street as the 18-wheel truck was traveling south in the left lane. The wheels went across the center median and into the driver's door of the Chevette, Cross said. The car, which was northbound in the left lane of I-25, immediately began to roll over, he said. The driver of the truck was identified as Gary L. Eichelberger, 35, 2954 N. Nevada Ave. After losing its wheels, the truck coasted to a stop about 200 feet south of the accident. As the Chevette started to roll over, it was struck by a 1981 Toyota Corolla northbound in the right lane of I-25, Cross said. The driver of the Toyota was identified as Margaret F. Martinez, 43, 1025 Garner St. The impact from the Toyota probably didn't affect the Chevette, Cross said. Sgt. Chuck Jones, traffic supervisor, said the driver of the Chevette probably was killed by the impact of the wheels. The driver suffered a collapsed lung and other internal injuries, Jones said. "It was unfortunate," Jones said. "If the wheels had hit anywhere but right on the door, it might not have been so serious." Jones said police would examine the truck to determine what caused the wheels to come loose. He said he doubted criminal charges could be filed against anyone. Poeppel, William E. William E. "Pep" Poeppel - Pueblo Chieftain - May 08, 2006 - William E. "Pep" Poeppel, departed this life on May 6, 2006, in Pueblo. He was born Aug. 20, 1932, in Maysville, Ky. and had lived in Pueblo since 1972. Preceded in death by his parents, sister; son, Michael, and wife, Pricilla. He is survived by his wife, Anita of the family home; son, Scott (Debbie) and granddaughter, Chelsea, of Connecticut. Bill was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving during the Korean conflict. He worked in steel mills for 46 years, retiring in 1997, as a mechanical foreman at Oregon Steel. Anita and Scott wish to express their sincere gratitude to Bill's very special caregivers, Willie Gatza, Laura Elza and Delores Rowell. Thanks to Dr. Stephen Smith for his compassionate care. Sangre de Cristo Hospice afforded us the privilege and joy of loving and caring for Bill at home in peace and comfort until the end. Cremation and a memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of food and flowers, please make contributions to Sangre de Cristo Hospice or the charity of your choice. Semper Fi. Pueblo Chieftain August 31, 2006 - Anita and Scott invite friends to attend a graveside service, 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1, 2006, at the Roselawn Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Poeschel, Madeline A. Madeline A. Poeschel - Pueblo Chieftain - March 6, 1986 - Mrs. Madeline A. Poeschel passed away at Villa Pueblo Towers Medcenter, March 4, 1986. Among her survivors is a daughter, Mrs. Mercedes Hensley, Ponca City, Okla. Services under the direction of Draper-Cannon Funeral Home, Newton, Kan. Pogorelec, Etta Etta Pogorelec - Pueblo Chieftain - May 25, 2002 - Etta Pogorelec, 90, passed away May 23, 2002. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, Jake B. Pogorelec on March 31, 1987; sisters, Ruby Spray, Emma Mae Redman, Idell Smith, Alice Lavender, Naomi Allen and Blanche Ryan; and three brothers. Etta was born July 16, 1911, in Tye, Okla. She was a member of Broadway Christian Church and former member of Jolly Janes and Rebekah Lodge. She will lie in state at the funeral home from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday and from 9 a.m. until noon Tuesday. Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2002, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with the Rev. Hal Hartman officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pogorelec, Jake B. Jake B. Pogorelec - Pueblo Chieftain - April 2, 1987 - Jake B. Pogorelec passed away March 31, 1987. Survived by his wife, Mrs. Etta Pogorelec of the family home; sisters-in-law, Naomi Allen and Blanche Ryan, both of Pueblo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Born July 24, 1901, in Pueblo, and had been a lifetime Pueblo area resident, having lived in Boone more than 70 years. He was a 50-year member of the SNJP Lodge. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the Rouch Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bruce Montgomery of Broadway Christian Church officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pograjc, Albert Albert Pograjc Pueblo Chieftain September 17, 2006 - Albert (Pogie) Pograjc, 86, passed away at home on Sept. 14, 2006. Al was born Oct. 31, 1919 in Pueblo, Colo. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Mary Pograjc; step-father, Joseph Pograjc; brother, Tony; sister, Ann Finnin; niece, Sharon Davis; in-laws, Earl and Myrtle Trimm. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 64 years, Earline; son, Edward Pograjc, Pueblo; sister, Helen Hakl, Melbrae, Calif.; sister-in-law, Redell Reed, Pueblo; granddaughter, Marie Friddle; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews who loved him. Al worked in the CF&I Casting Foundry for 35 years, retiring in 1975. He loved hunting, fishing and anything outdoors. Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m., Monday at the funeral home. Funeral Service 10 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2006, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Heart Assoc. in his memory. Pohlmeier, David L. David L. Pohlmeier - Pueblo Chieftain - August 08, 2004 - David L. Pohlmeier, 61, departed this life on Aug. 4, 2004. He was born on Oct. 2, 1942, in Dweese, Neb., to Alvin and Mary Pohlmeier. Preceded in death by Betty, the mother of his sons; parents; and father-in-law, Robert Pretty. David leaves to cherish his memory, his two sons, David (Teresa) Pohlmeier of Whittier, Calif., and Timothy (Diane) Pohlmeier of Colorado Springs; daughter, Susan Boaz of Estes Park, Colo.; grandchildren, Amanda Pohlmeier, Joshua Pohlmeier of Colorado Springs, Danny Calles, and Nicole Oja; great-grandchild, Jakob Oja; sisters, Darlene (Donald) Staruh and Joan (Frank) Javornik; brothers, James Pohlmeier and Robert (Donna) Pohlmeier, all of Pueblo; nieces, Terri Javornik, Judi (Guy) Hegerberg; nephews, Michael Staruh, Donald (Judy) Staruh Jr., Steven Staruh, Jerry Pohlmeier, Frank (Rose) Javornik, Edward (Sandy) Javornik, James Javornik, Chris Javornik; mother-in-law, Glendora Pretty; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, dear friends and customers. David worked for E-Z Shop stores as well as 7-11, retiring in 2001 after 38 years of service. He was a devoted father and grandfather, who enjoyed being with his family. He loved camping and fishing in the great outdoors in addition to frequent travels to visit his beloved sons and occasional trips to Cripple Creek. David was a joy to be around and will be sadly missed but delightfully remembered by all who knew him. At his request, cremation has taken place. A memorial Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2004, St. Joseph Catholic Parish. Inurnment at Roselawn Cemetery. Pohlmeier, Mary A. Mary A. Pohlmeier - Pueblo Chieftain - November 26, 2003 - Mary A. Pohlmeier, age 92, passed from this life on Nov. 24, 2003. Born in Deweese, Neb., on June 20, 1911, to Enos and Frances (Hlavac) Vap. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Pohlmeier, on Dec. 2, 1957; as well as her parents; and sisters, Elizabeth (George) Kucera and Rose (Joseph) Petr. Mary will watch over and guide the many loved ones whom she left to cherish her memory, including her children, Darlene (Donald) Staruh, James Pohlmeier, Robert (Donna) Pohlmeier, Joan (Frank) Javornik, and David Pohlmeier, all of Pueblo. Grandmother of Michael Staruh, Donald (Judy) Staruh Jr., Steven Staruh, Jerry Pohlmeier, Judi (Guy) Hegerberg, Frank (Rose) Javornik III, Terri Javornik, Edward (Sandy) Javornik, James Javornik, Chris Javornik, David (Theresa) Pohlmeier, Tim (Diane) Pohlmeier, Susan Pohlmeier, Danny Calles and Nicole Calles. Also survived by six great- grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; brother, David (Loretta) Vap; sister, Alice (Everett) Rex; sisters-in-law, Norma (Joe) Beyke and Elvira Pohlmeier; brother-in-law, Vincent (Elaine) Pohlmeier; dear friend and neighbor, Sharon Trontel; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Mary worked at Woolworth's lunch counter for several years, and retired from the Pueblo Army Depot in 1973. She enjoyed gardening, her rose garden, camping and trips to Cripple Creek. Mary will be sadly missed but delightfully remembered by all who knew her. The family invites you to help celebrate Mary's life and her family's love for her at her visitation, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday. A vigil service will be held at the funeral home from 4 to 5 p.m. also on Wednesday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Shrine of St. Therese, with the Rev. Liam Courtney, officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Poindexter, Ella M. Ella M. Poindexter Pueblo Chieftain July 26, 1920 Poindexter, Ella M., aged 46 years, died at a local hospital July 25, 1920. Body at Whiton's. Poindexter, Fred D. Fred D. Poindexter - Pueblo Chieftain - April 24, 1986 - Fred D. Poindexter, late of Pueblo, died April 22, 1986, at a local nursing home. Survived by son, William F. Poindexter, Manhattan, N.Y.; daughter, Marian (Delbert) Steffen, Pueblo. Also survived by two grandchildren, Lori and Jeff Steffen, Pueblo; sisters, Fannie B. Foster, Ruby Lester, both of Georgia; nephews and nieces, Robert L. Poindexter, South Carolina; Edward Terry, Tennessee; Elizabeth Ann Byer, North Carolina; Alva Johnson, Arkansas; and Jean Poindexter, New York. Member of First Baptist Church, life member of La Junta Elks Lodge No. 701. Born June 16, 1899, in Milan, Tenn. Pueblo resident since 1922. Employed as an office machine dealer for Burroughs-Remington Rand and Royal Typewriters, with offices in La Junta, Pueblo, Trinidad, and Grand Junction. He won numerous sales achievements and awards during his employment. He retired in 1963 after 31 years. Preceded in death by his wife, Ida Mae, Dec. 22, 1973. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Friday, April 25, Imperial Memorial Gardens with Mr. William LeRoy officiating. Elk's graveside rites by Pueblo Elks Lodge No. 90. Visitation from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. today Poindexter, Waino Crismon Waino Crismon Poindexter - Pueblo Chieftain - May 24, 1999 - Waino Crismon Poindexter was born May 31, 1918, in Pocahontas, Ark., to George Franklin and Betty (Crismon) Poindexter. He served his country in the U.S. Army in World War II, Supreme Headquarters, Allied Expeditionary Forces under General Eisenhower. Waino lived the majority of his life in Pueblo and retired from CF&I Steel Corp. He passed away in a Topeka Kansas Hospital on May 15, 1999, from natural causes, at the age of 80. Waino is survived by his two sons, Arthur and Phillip, and two siblings, brother, Frank Poindexter of Rogers, Ark., and sister, Fronda Chatten of Stockton, Calif. swill be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 27, 1999, at graveside, Imperial Gardens, 5450 Highway 78 West, Pueblo. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society. Poirier, Walter E. Walter E. Poirier - Greeley Tribune - September 3, 2004 - Walter E. Poirier, 93, formerly of Greeley, died Friday, Aug. 27, in Thornton. Mr. Poirier was born April 29, 1911, in Trinidad, where he grew up. He graduated from Trinidad High School in 1930. He served in the Army from 1942-45 and was a Normandy survivor. After the war, he graduated from Denver University and embarked on a 40-year career as an educator in Branson and Greeley. He taught English in middle school and was a principal in Greeley for 35 years. Mr. Poirier was a lover of history and art. An avid antique and art collector, he wrote several articles on the history of Trinidad and Las Animas County for the Trinidad Chronicle. He is survived by a sister, Mary Carroll, and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Private family services were conducted. Olinger Highland Mortuary in Thornton was in charge of arrangements. Polak, Elizabeth Lee Elizabeth "Betty" Lee Polak - Pueblo Chieftain - March 16, 2003 - Elizabeth "Betty" Lee Polak, 84, born March 8, 1919, in Belleville, Kan., went to be with Our Lord on March 12, 2003. She was preceded in death by her parents, Levy and Hannah Stocking; and 12 elder siblings. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Justus "Jay" F. Polak; her five children, Janet Lee (Dean) Anderson, Shirley Jean (Paul) Abernathy, Mary Elaine (James) Bielby, Robert Justus (Jan) Polak and Thomas Alan (Charlaine) Polak; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Special mention is made and deep gratitude given to Kathy Sandoval and the staff who gave Betty such loving care at University Park Care Center. Betty was a charter member of Christ the King Catholic Church where she served on the Parish Council, the Altar and Rosary Society and participated in numerous parish functions and activities. She was a member of the Daughters of Mary Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus, in which she held several offices over the years, and was recently named as the "First" Honorary Life Member for her contributions to the auxiliary. She was devoted to her husband and children, and their families. She enjoyed sewing and tending her rose gardens. She was a wonderful wife and loving mother and will be sadly missed. Those wanting to make donations may do so in memory of Elizabeth Polak to the Alzheimer's Association, Inc., Rocky Mountain Chapter, 1157 West Abriendo, Pueblo, CO 81004. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. A rosary will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, March 17, and a funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 18, both services at Christ the King Catholic Church. Inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens Chapel of Angels Mausoleum. Polauntonio, Salvatore Salvatore Polauntonio - Bayfield Blade - September 7, 1911 - Guiseppi Amatesa shot and instantly killed Salvatore Polauntonio at Valder near Trinidad. Polen, Max Louis Max Louis Polen - Pueblo Chieftain - July 19, 1998 - Max Louis Polen, 77, of Cuchara, passed away on July 18, 1998, in Walsenburg. Max was an avid fisherman and was a well known fishing guide from Cuchara, formerly of Abilene, Texas. Survived by two daughters, Madeline (Avi) Attia of Jerusalem and Marcia Newton of San Antonio, Texas; and six grandchildren. Service, 1:30 p.m. today at Mountain View Baptist Church in La Veta. Huerfano World - July 23, 1998 - Max Louis Polen, 77, of Cuchara, died July 18, 1998 in Walsenburg. He was an avid fisherman and well known guide from Cuchara, formerly of Abilene, TX. Survivors include two daughters, Madeline Atria of Jerusalem and Marcia Newton of San Antonio, TX, and five grandchildren. Memorial service were held July 19 at Mountain View Baptist Church in La Veta. The service was under the direction of Romero Family Funeral Home. Policiano, Refugia Refugia Policiano - Pueblo Chieftain - May 06, 2003 - Refugia Policiano, 71, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord on May 4, 2003. Born Nov. 7, 1931, in Roy, N.M. Preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Policiano Sr.; parents, Noe and Antonia Trujillo; daughter, Mary Ruth Policiano; grandsons, Gregorio and Rickey Policiano and Francisco Policiano. Survived by children, Jose (Johanna) Esquibel, Denver, Frank (Paula) Policiano, Denver, Grace (Joseph) Vigil, Pueblo West, Greg (Jean) Policiano, Pueblo, Rudy (Robin) Balles; also survived by 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, six sisters, three brothers. Viewing, 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, vigil service, 7 p.m. Wednesday and funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday; all at Romero Chapel. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after service. Polidori, Jeanne F. Jeanne F. Polidori - Pueblo Chieftain - August 10, 1998 - Jeanne F. Polidori, 77, of Pueblo passed away Aug. 7, 1998. Survived by her husband of 22 years, Col. Remo J. Polidori- sisters, Rosie Conway, Marie Corsentino and Grace (Tony) Plutt- and brother, Michael (Pearl) Parlapiano. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, one sister and five brothers. Mrs. Polidori worked at the Pueblo Army Depot for 21 years, retiring in 1972. She lived in Ogden, Utah, for 12 years, moving back to Pueblo to spend her retiring years. Memorial Mass will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Family Church. Polito, Esther Esther Polito - Pueblo Chieftain - March 05, 2006 - Esther Polito, 70, went to be with the Lord on March 2, 2006. Preceded in death by husband Ralph; sisters, Mary Montoya, Rose Jimenez, Lupe Lucero; brother, Joe Martinez. Survived by daughter Diane (Bill) Edwards; granddaughters, Lynsey and Laryssa Edwards of Mt. Sterling. Ill.; one sister Lucy Jaramillo. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Esther loved her Lord, family, friends and animals. Memorial Mass Monday, March 6, 2006 at 10:00 a.m., Holy Family Parish. Internment Roselawn Cemetery. Polito, Joe Sr. Joe Polito Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - April 19, 1987 - Joe Polito Sr. passed away at Mountain View Hospital in Thornton, Colo., April 16, 1987. Mr. Polito is survived by children, Mary Ann (James) Wurster of Thornton, Joe (Joyce) Polito of Pueblo; 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is survived also by two sisters, Connie Sichili of Pueblo and Mary Pray of California, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Phillip Polito and Charles Polito; sisters, Mary Concialdi, Josephine Anselmo, Angelina Giarrantano, Julia Sagona and Rose Polito. Mr. Polito was born in Pueblo and was a lifetime resident until moving to Thornton a few months ago. Rosary recitation at 2 p.m. today at Imperial Chapel. Entombment, Pieta Mausoleum, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at Imperial Reception Hall following entombment. Polk, Inez Esther Inez Esther Polk - Pueblo Chieftain - February 24, 2002 - Inez Esther Polk, 83, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend departed this life Feb. 21, 2002, at IHS of Pueblo. A lifetime Pueblo resident, Inez was born in the coal camp of Rouse, Colo., on Sept. 22, 1918, to the late Eugene Page and Alice D. Topps. Also preceded by a brother, Leonard Page; and three infant children. Mrs. Polk was a retired housekeeper for the former Kings Lumber Co. and Minnequa Bank. She was a member of the former Double Six Bridge and Supper Club, Colored Federated Women's Club, American Legion Post 163 Ladies Auxiliary, where she took special interest in Girls State. She was a lifetime member of First AME Church where she sang in the choir and was a member of the Stewartess Board, and conducted bible study classes. She was a silver queen contestant twice; in 1991 and again in 1997. She is survived by a son, Eugene G. (Barbara) Polk; sister, Mary June (Javan) Hill; grandchildren, Gary (Misty) Neff, Paula Polk, Eugene Polk Jr., William H. Polk, Marcy L. Polk; great-grandchildren, Ashanta, Autry Ana, Anthony, Christopher, Scottie, Melissa, Arista, and Crystal; special friends, Robert and June Howlett, Marguarite Washington, Ada Ashford; special cousin, Henry Curry; other relatives and friends. Visitation, noon until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Angelus Chapel. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, First AME Church, Pastor David Malcom Jr., officiating. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to First AME Church Building Fund in her memory. Family will receive friends at 916 W. 28th Street. Polk, John F. John F. Polk - Yampa Leader - April 6, 1907 - John F. Polk, a veteran of the Civil War, was visiting in Pueblo this week, from Denver, where he was accidentally shot and may die. Polkiewicz, Wladyslaw Wladyslaw Polkiewicz - Pueblo Chieftain - October 27, 1987 - Wladyslaw Polkiewicz was born in Poland, Nov. 6, 1921, and passed away in Pueblo, Oct. 26, 1987. Husband of Maria Polkiewicz, to whom he was married Aug. 17, 1946. Father of Antoni (Elizabeth) Polkiewicz of Iowa, John (Geraldine) Polkiewicz of Pennsylvania, and Jozef (Schelle) Polkiewicz, Christina (Clifford) Smart, Peter Polk and Walter Polkiewicz, all of Pueblo. Survived also by 10 grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews in the United States, Canada and Poland. Services at the Shrine of St. Therese: Recitation of the rosary at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28; Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the funeral home from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday. Poll, William A. Sr. William A. Poll Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - October 03, 1999 - William A. Poll Sr., 58, passed away Oct. 1, 1999. Survived by his wife, Lee Poll, of the family home; children, William Alan Poll Jr., Pueblo West, David Poll, Denver, Douglas Poll, Pueblo and Kelly Poll, Tulsa, Okla.; brothers, Leo (Theresa) Poll, Pueblo, and George (Delores) Poll, Colorado Springs; sisters, Aileen (Donald) Schnitzler, Oregon, and Dorothy (George) Wilson, Washington; grandchildren, Jennifer and Nathan Poll, both of Pueblo West, Ronnie and Glenn Poll, both of Tulsa, Okla.; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his son, Kevin Poll, in 1996; parents, George and Elizabeth Poll; and brother, Frank Poll. Born Nov. 20, 1940, in Denver, Colo. William was a telephone consultant for Tricom Communications. At his request, there will be no viewing or services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. The family may be contacted at 53 Briarwood. Pollard, Harry Fuller Harry Fuller Pollard - Pueblo Chieftain - July 04, 1999 - Harry Fuller Pollard, 38, passed away June 1999. A Pueblo resident for most of his life, Harry was born Aug. 2, 1960, in Casper, Wyo. Graduated from South High School Class of 1979. Harry worked each summer at City Park and Mineral Palace Park Pools. He also worked at the Colorado State Fair each season. He was a member of Pueblo Diocese SEARCH, Holy Family Catholic Church and Eagles Lodge 145. Harry had many friends at the Sunset Bowl and Midtown Bowling Alley, everybody was Harry's friend. Preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Marian Fuller Pollard. Survived by his brother, William M. Pollard, Pueblo. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, 1999, at 10 a.m., Holy Family Catholic Church. Rev Edward G. Pettit celebrant. Private inurnment. Pollard, Marian Marian Fuller Pollard - Pueblo Chieftain - January 04, 1999 - Marian Fuller Pollard, 81, departed this life Dec. 30, 1998, at the Minnequa Medical Center. A Pueblo resident since 1964, Mrs. Pollard was born June 15, 1917, in Lead, S.D. She married Harry Philip Pollard Dec. 17, 1959, in Santa Fe, N.M. Her husband precedes her in death in 1973, also her parents, Herbert and Hannah Walsh Fuller. At one time she and her late husband operated the former A-Rental Center located then at 1309 S. Prairie. Mrs. Pollard served on District 60 Board for Special Education, Ladies of Mary at Holy Family Catholic Church, Pueblo County Board for Developmental Disabled, the board of Pueblo Diversified Industries, Saint Vincent De Paul Society. She also was a certified home health technician and served also on Pueblo County Board for the Mentally Retarded Citizens. She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Harry F. Pollard, William M. Pollard, both of Pueblo- sister-in-law, Dorris J. Fuller, Colorado Springs- nieces and nephews, Lynn and John Fuller, Marty and Larry Fuller, all of Palisade, Colo., Gloria and Chuck Fuller, Denver, Ruthie and Leon Funk, Dallas- other relatives and friends. Visitation, noon until 6 p.m. today, Angelus Chapel. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Holy Family Catholic Church, Rev. Jesse Perez celebrant. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pollard, William William Pollard New Castle Nonpareil June 28, 1901 One of the six large boilers in the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company's air compressor at the Starkville mines near Trinidad blew up at 9 o'clock on the morning of the 7th, resulting in the death of Night Engineer William Pollard and Martin Passementi, fireman. Barney Cervelli, another fireman, was frightfully scalded and may die. Pollart, Richard Richard Pollart - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 2000 - Richard Pollart, longtime Holly-area resident, passed away April 16, 2000. Rosary/scripture service, 7 p.m. today and funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Wednesday. Both services at St. Frances of Rome Catholic Church in Holly. Interment, Holly Cemetery. Visitation today from 2 p.m. until time of rosary at the church. Pollock, Andrew Andrew Pollock - Huerfano World - December 20, 2001 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1906: Andrew Pollock was shot and killed at John Olafsky's saloon at Pictou. [Editor's Note: Andrew Pollock died December 11, 1906. Obituary listed Walsenburg World, December 21, 1906, Page 4.] Pollock, Mary Jo Mary Jo Pollock - Pueblo Chieftain - September 30, 2003 - Mary Jo Pollock, 63, of Pueblo, born Nov. 6, 1939, fell asleep Sept. 28, 2003, on Earth and woke up in the arms of Jesus. Preceded in death by her loving parents, Joseph and Madeline Pollock. Survived by her two sisters, Madeline (Jim) Butler and Virginia (Don) Jahn; nephews and nieces, Jim (Brenda) Butler, Annie (Tim) Shumac and April (Doug) Herr; and three great-nieces, Alaura and Christina Butler and Hannah Herr. At her request, cremation has already taken place. A private memorial Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, 2003, at the Shrine of St. Therese, followed by interment, with Father Liam Courtney, officiating. Pollock, Thomas Thomas Pollock Colorado Weekly Chieftain August 2, 1877 Rio Grande Notes Thomas Pollock, an old Denverite, and a 59'er, who distinguished himself in suppressing several riots in the early days of Denver, died in Silverton on Sunday, the 15th inst., of heart disease. He leaves a wife and several children. Polombo, Frank Frank Polombo - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Frank Polombo is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Frank Polombo as an Italian, age 23, and single. He was working as a driver for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Polombo, Jim Jim Polombo - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Jim Polombo is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Jim Polombo as an Italian, age 31, and married with two surviving children. He was working as a driver for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pomeleo, Thomas Jr. Thomas Pomeleo Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - December 01, 2003 - Thomas Pomeleo Jr., died Nov. 29, 2003, in Pueblo, Colo. He was born Nov. 25, 1918, to the union of Thomas and Leanora Pomeleo. He leaves a loving and devoted wife of 62 years, Josephine Pomeleo; sons, Thomas Lee Pomeleo and Donald David Pomeleo; grandsons, Nicola Riccio and Sean Thomas Pomeleo; great-grandson, Giuliano Riccio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by six brothers and sisters. He attended Central High School and served 3 years during World War II in the European Theatre. He retired from the Pueblo Army Depot. He owned and operated Modern Lawn Mower Service. He has been a member of the Shrine of St. Therese for over 50 years. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all who met and knew him. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Tuesday, at George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, at the Shrine of St. Therese. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the American Kidney Fund in his memory, through the funeral home office. Pompa, Arturo Arturo Pompa - Pueblo Chieftain - April 16, 2002 - Arturo Pompa, 72, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord April 15, 2002, born Nov. 17, 1929, in Crook, Colo. Preceded in death by son, Arthur Pompa Jr.; parents, Cirilo and Gregoria Pompa; one brother, Simon Pompa; and two sisters, Consuelo and Gregoria Pompa. Survived by his former wife, Frances Griego, Pueblo ; sons, Dave Pompa, Rueben (Roni) Pompa and Jerry (Faye) Pompa, all of Pueblo ; daughters, Mary Lou (Joe) Martinez, Elko, Nev., and Veronika (Henry) Grine-Ortiz, Pueblo ; stepchildren, Walter (Leigh) Valdez, Pueblo, Anthony (Robin) Griego, Denver, and Sandra Romero, Denver; sisters, Maria Garza, Elvira Pompa, Marina Ruiz, Angelica Pompa, Aurelia Pompa and Carmen Garza; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and special friend, Joe Thompson. Arturo retired from CF&I with 40 years of service and was well-known as a DJ for KAPI radio and he loved singing and playing his guitar. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday and 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. Thursday. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Friday, both at Romero Chapel, Chaplain James Slak officiating. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after both services. Cremation to follow. Ponce, John S. John S. Ponce - Pueblo Chieftain - August 9, 1987 - John S. Ponce, 2101W. 15th, Aug. 5, 1987. Husband of Rosenda Ponce, who passed away Oct. 25, 1979. Father of Charlotte and Angelina Ponce, of the family home; Esperanza Villegas, Mel "Paul" (Delia) Ponce, Mike (Becky) Ponce and John A. (Liz) Ponce, all of Pueblo. Also survived by 26 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Ponce was employed by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad as a fireman for 30 years and attended Holy Rosary Church. Services, Holy Rosary Church: Recitation of the rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday; Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Monday. Interment, Mountain View. The family may be contacted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ponce, 3307 Lancaster, and at the family home, 2101 W. 15th. They will greet friends at the parish hall following the cemetery service. Ponce, Rebecca Theresa Rebecca Theresa Ponce - Pueblo Chieftain - October 14, 1997 - Rebecca Theresa Ponce, Oct. 11, 1997. Wife of Miguel Ponce, of the family home. Mother of Joey, Miguel, Valentino and Angie Ponce. Grandmother of Ryan Ponce. Also survived by brothers and sisters, Tony (Elisama) Aragon, John Aragon, Daniel (Senovita) Aragon, Nellie (Tony) Hernandez, Mary Gonzales and Frances Medley- brother-in-law, Pete (Liz) Ponce- and sisters-in-law, Esperanza Villegas and Charlotte Ponce- as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Rev. John (Irene) Aragon- brother-in-law, Paul Ponce and sister-in-law, Mary Gonzales and Angie Ponce. Mrs. Ponce was a member of Holy Family Church where services will be held. Rosary, 6 p.m. Wednesday and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Ponik, Anthony Anthony (Tony) Ponik - Pueblo Chieftain - March 30, 2005 - Anthony (Tony) Ponik. Anthony left us to be with the Lord March 28, 2005. He was born Jan. 6, 1911, in Pueblo, Colo., to Paul and Agnes (Mizic) Ponik, who preceded him in death. Also preceded by sister, Anne Ponik Grenda. Tony is survived by his wife, Ethel; two sisters, Helen (Alfred) Galich and Matilda (Dale) Robertson; and numerous nieces and nephews who will miss "Uncle Tony." A WWII veteran, having served 3 continuous years in the South Pacific Zone, he was a career employee of C&W Railway (CF&I), retiring in 1976. Tony was a life member of BPOE No. 90, American Legion and VFW. Please visit Tony from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at George McCarthy Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, at Imperial Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. Gary Kennedy officiating. Please omit food and flowers; instead remember the many needy of our world. Ponik, Joan Rose Joan Rose Hunt Ponik - Pueblo Chieftain - March 23, 2004 - Joan Rose Hunt Ponik passed away March 21, 2004, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born in Decatur, Ill. on Oct. 7, 1928, to John and Anna Hunt, she was the fifth of seven children. Wife of the late Robert Ponik, she moved to Pueblo in 1988, in order to be closer to her daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren. Besides her husband, she is preceded in death by three brothers, John Patrick Hunt, Vincent (Anita) Hunt and Francis (Charlene) Hunt. Survived by her daughter, Christine Rose Nevin-Woods (Phillip Woods); and three wonderful sisters, Mary Jane (Lawrence) Tuttle, Barbara May (David) Younger and Nancy Elizabeth Suzewits. Her grandchildren are John Scot (Becky) Lemke, Kathryn Anne, Elisabeth Anne and William Nevin-Woods, Courtney and Palmer Bocim. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives including Joseph (Becky) Hunt, James (Pat) Hunt, Paul Hunt, Martha Hunt, Mary Phillips, John (Mary Ann) Hunt, Linda (Mark) Hammer, Thomas (Diane) Hunt, Robert (Pam) Hunt, Michael Hunt, Patrick Hunt, Timothy (Cindy) Hunt, Alice (Kevin) Gould, Theresa Giles, Cheryl (Jeffrey) House, Lawrence (Nora) Tuttle, Steven (Addi) Tuttle, Mark Younger, Michael (Kay) Younger, Jeffrey (Joan) Suzewits and Steven (Jamie) Suzewits. Her two best friends from nursing school are Von Erdman and Jean Sharkey. Joan graduated from St. Joseph Nursing School, Bloomington, Ill., in 1950. She was a nurse for 45 years, half of which was in home-health care. She was a dedicated, caring nurse who loved to help her patients. She was our Florence Nightingale. She loved her family dearly and had a special place in her heart for her grandchildren. She welcomed each child enthusiastically as they entered the world and was proud of each of them and their accomplishments. She made them special little gifts, took them on trips, read neat books, played games, attended ball games and special performances and baked great treats, such as her famous "Outrageously Hearty Cookies." She enjoyed gardening, spending time with friends and neighbors, taking long walks, especially along the nature trail with her dog Rosie, and loved animals and nature. She was an expert at Jeopardy, New York Times crossword puzzles and was an avid reader. She was active in her parish, the Shrine of St. Therese, and was one of the first Eucharistic ministers. The family extends their appreciation to the wonderful staff at Sharmar and to Dr. Louise Schottstaedt and Janet Panza, RN for the gentle, daily care and love given to their "Joanie" over the last four years. Visitation, 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Vigil service, 7 p.m. Tuesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Shrine of St. Therese, with cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the Greenway and Nature Center. There will be a light luncheon at the family home, 11 San Marino Court, after the service. A shared lunch dish or dessert would be appreciated. Ponik, Robert G. Robert G. Ponik - Pueblo Chieftain - June 21, 1998 - Robert G. Ponik, age 70, passed away June 19, 1998. Preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Lillian Ponik- his stepmother, Mary Ponik- his brother, Arthur Ponik- his sister, Claire Deschler- his stepbrother, William Shramek- and by his stepsister, Ethel Sweeney. His is survived by his wife, Joan R. Ponik- his daughter, Dr. Chris Nevin-Woods (Dr. Phillip H. Woods) of Pueblo- and his grandchildren, John Scot Lemke, Katy Nevin-Woods, Elizabeth Nevin-Woods and William Nevin-Woods. Also survived by his sister, Helen Kirkland of Bricktown, N.J.- his aunt, Marge Ponik- and his uncle, Richie Ponik, both of New Jersey- as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Ponik served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese where the funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday with cremation to follow. Viewing hours are noon to 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Those who wish may make donations to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in memory of Mr. Ponik in lieu of flowers. Pontio, Emily Emily Pontio Pueblo Star Journal January 3, 1910 The funeral of Emily Pontio was held from the McCarthy Chapel at 9:30 o'clock this morning and from St. Mary's Church at 10 o'clock. Interment was in Roselawn. Pool, Jimmie Ray Jimmie Ray Pool - Pueblo Chieftain - May 1997 - Jimmie Ray Pool, 41, of Rye, passed away unexpectedly as a result of a work related accident on May 27, 1997. Survived by his wife of 21 years, Suzy Pool of Rye; mother, Mary Alice Pool; children, Vickie (Chuck) Scott of Rye, Ray Cook and Mary of Pueblo; Jimmie Pool Jr. and Loni Pool, both of Rye; brothers, Richard (Shirely) Pool of Rye, and George (Michelle) Pool of Pueblo; sisters Ruthie (Brian) Van Dielen and Dona (Gary) Sears, both of Pueblo; grandchildren, Crystal, Mackenzie and Avery; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death by his father, James E. Pool, in 1983; and sister, Florence Jennings in 1987. Born on Jan. 11, 1956, in Pueblo. Funeral service, noon Friday, May 30, 1997, at Home United Methodist Church, 2063 Main St., in Rye with Pastor Bob Adams officiating. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery in Rye. (Also ran in Greenhorn Valley News). Pool, Lonnie R. Lonnie R. Pool - Pueblo Chieftain - April 30, 2000 - Lonnie R. Pool, 56, of Cameron, Mo., formerly of Pueblo, died April 7, 2000. He graduated from the University of Southern Colorado, and received his master's degree from the University of Southern Florida. He was with the Peace Corps and taught high school in Ghana, Africa. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary Francis; parents, stepfather and brother. Survived by brothers, Glenn, Robert, Marlon and Gerald; stepbrother, David Mattarocci; sisters, Dorothy, Zelma and Naomi; and stepsisters, Lois, Martha and Sharon. Memorial service, 9 a.m. Friday, Parkhill Christian Church, Seventh and Monument. Poole, Ada E. Ada E. Pool - Pueblo Chieftain - July 12, 2003 - Ada E. Pool, 84, passed away July 7, 2003. Survived by her husband, Grover Pool of the family home; son, Gary Pool of Odenton, Md.; sisters, Vada Smith and Lillian Sturtevant, both of Pueblo; brother, Harold (Vivian) Garber of Pueblo; nieces, Darleen Pope and Donna Sanger; and nephew, Clint Smith. Ada was born on Aug. 29, 1918, in Neosho, Mo., to Clint and Julia (Jones) Garber. At her request, there will be no viewing or services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorials may be made in her name to the Wayside Cross Mission through the funeral home office. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com Poole, Helen B. Helen B. Poole - Pueblo Chieftain - November 17, 1998 - Helen B. Poole, 79, of Canon City. Viewing, 2-5 p.m. today and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Charles Anthony Funeral Home in Florence. Graveside funeral service, 3 p.m. Wednesday at Mountain Vail Memory Garden Cemetery in Canon City, Rev. Dentel Bolin, officiant. Poole, Helen J. Helen J. Hulsey Poole - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 1987 - Helen J. Hulsey Poole, 5940 Pagosa Way, Denver, April 16, 1987. Wife of Bob Poole. Mother of Terry L. (Jolene Ruth) Poole, Michael B. (Pamela A.) Poole, Anne Y. (Mark) Thompson, Timothy R. Poole, Shannon J. (James) Freelong and Patrick (Maureen) Poole, all of Denver. Sister of Ruth Hulsey, Pueblo. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, C. B. and Sylvia Hulsey. A Pueblo resident until moving to Denver in 1968, Mrs. Poole was employed as a clerk for 13 years with the Burlington Northern Railroad and as a telephone operator for Mountain Bell in Pueblo for several years. She was a volunteer firefighter in the Sable-Altura Fire District. She was a member of First Baptist Church, the Ladies Elks Auxiliary 2227, Denver, and also served as secretary of bowling leagues in Pueblo for several years. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Monday, First Baptist Church. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Liver Foundation in care of the funeral home office. Poole, Kay Kay Poole - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home January 2005 - Kay Poole died January 18, 2005 at the age of 84. Born in 1921 in Tyngsborough Mass, she came out West in 1939. She received an Associates of Arts degree from Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M. where she found a Texan railroad worker named Buck Poole. She eloped to Raton, where they were married in July 1941. During the war, she worked for the Red Cross in Denver while Buck was in the service, and after the war, they moved to New Mexico where they began the post-war baby boom. Lois (Alan) Petersen, Babs (Mac) McKnight and Marlon Poole. Coming to Trinidad in 1952, Kay worked first for Attorney Dean Mabry, and then for the District Court for many years. Kay belonged to many clubs during her lifetime including Eastern Star, Pierian, Beta Sigma Phi, PEO, 42 Bridge clubs, and she sang in the Methodist Choir. She loved to play Scrabble and was the best player around. Kay had a kind, gentle and generous heart and lived her life with honor and nobility. Besides her children, she is survived by six grandchildren and finally one great grandchild and a brother, Charles Hadley in California. The funeral will be held at the Methodist Church Saturday, January 22nd at 1:30 with reception following. Memorial contributions may be made to Noah's Ark or to the Methodist Church. Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Poole, Robert L. Robert L. Poole - Pueblo Chieftain - September 28, 1999 - Robert L. Poole, 72, passed away Sept. 26, 1999, in Denver. Preceded in death by his wife, Helen J. Poole; son, Terry Lee Poole; and one brother. Survived by children, Michael B. (Pamela A.) Poole, Denver, Anne Y. (Loren) Peck, Virginia, Timothy R. (Julie) Poole, Shannon J. (James) Freelong, Patrick (Maureen) Poole, all of Denver. Also survived by daughter-in-law, Jolene Ruth Poole; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Margaret Hunt, California; and sister-in-law, Ruth Hulsey, Pueblo. Mr. Poole served with the U.S. Navy during World War II, was a member of the Colorado State and Denver Bowling Hall of Fame, and the American Bowling Congress. He was a longtime pro bowling instructor in Denver and Pueblo. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, 1 p.m. Thursday, Arvada Presbyterian Church, 5592 Independence, Arvada. Graveside inurnment, Friday, 1 p.m., Mountain View Cemetery, Pueblo, Colo. Poole, Steven M. Steven M. Poole - Pueblo Chieftain - April 25, 1987 - Steven M. Poole, 17, Route 2, Las Animas, died accidentally on April 24, 1987. Funeral service. 2 p.m. Tuesday at United Presbyterian Church, Las Animas. Interment, Las Animas Cemetery. Poor, Beverly J. Beverly J. Poor - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 2005 - Beverly J. Poor passed away Jan. 25, 2005, in Pueblo. Beverly was born in Pueblo on March 24, 1936, to Fay and Pearl Pauli Griffin and has been a lifelong resident. She was very active in many community affairs, especially the local Democratic Party. Her opportunities to travel to Europe, the Middle East, the Far East, South America, Russia, and her favorite city, Washington D.C., brought her great joy and memories she loved to share. She is preceded in death by her father; and one son, Dennis Poor. Mrs. Poor is survived by her mother; her husband, Larry; a son, Keith (Laurie) Poor; a daughter-in-law, Debbie Poor; grandchildren, Allison and Alex Poor and Vince Bradley; as well as her close friends, Karen and Bob Hayes, Anna Lee and Vince Gentile; and several cousins. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2005, in the First United Methodist Church, 310 W. 11th St. In lieu of food and flowers, contributions in memory of Beverly may be made to the NEPCO Federal Credit Union in her name. The message Beverly leaves to all is: "Do what you can to make your little corner a better place; keep it cleaner, brighter and happier. Be a doer; you see something that needs to be done, do it. Be an active voter; be informed." Poor, Dennis Dennis Poor - Pueblo Chieftain - July 17, 2000 - Dennis Poor, 43, died unexpectedly July 10, 2000, at Harrison Hospital, Bremerton, Wash. Dennis was married to Debbie (Boysen) in Pueblo, and they moved to Washington state in 1977. They have two children, Allison, 14, and Alex, 11. Dennis is survived by wife, Debbie; children, Allison and Alex; parents, Beverly and Larry Poor; brother, Keith Poor; and grandmother, Pearl Griffin. Dennis had been employed as an electronics technician for 26 years; three years at Pueblo Army Depot and 23 years at Keyport Naval Station near Bremerton. Dennis grew up in Pueblo, attending Park View, Belmont, Heaton and graduating Gold Cord in 1975 from East High School. Dennis earned his Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts and he was elected into the Order of the Arrow, receiving the Brotherhood Rank. He served as a counselor at Boy Scout camp for two summers, teaching swimming and canoeing. Dennis was a member and very active in the First United Methodist Church, singing in the Children's Choir and participating in the Methodist Youth Fellowship. As a youngster, he was on the Mineral Palace Aquanauts Swim Team. Dennis always had a knack for electronics and wired sound systems or anything else he could find throughout his lifetime. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, First United Methodist Church, 11th and Court, Pueblo. If you wish, donations may be made in Dennis' memory to his children at NEPCO Federal Credit Union, 1010 Bonforte Blvd., Pueblo, CO 81001. Dennis will be missed by everyone who knew him. Pope, Anna H. Anna H. Pope - Pueblo Chieftain - May 10, 1956 - Anna H. Pope, late of 1636 Bragdon, May 9. Mother of William A. Pope Jr., Ray F., Earle W. and Leonard Pope and Mrs. Mae Soldan, all of Pueblo; Mrs. Eleanor Smalley, San Carlos, Calif.; and Mrs. Dorothy Dohrmann, Daly City, Calif. Grandmother of 11, Sister of one. Member of the Assembly of God Church. A resident of Pueblo since 1899. Widow of William A. Pope Sr., who died March 27, 1956. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Davis Mortuary Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Richard Emerson officiating. To Roselawn. Pope, Dolores B. Dolores B. Pope Albuquerque Journal April 25, 1999 - Dolores B. Pope, 61, of Albuquerque, passed away on April 23, 1999. She was born on December 25, 1937 in Pittsburgh, PA. Dolores is survived by her husband, Clifton D. Pope of the home; sons, Lynn Pope of Albuquerque and Clifton Pope of Hobbs; her mother, Willia Mae Kirkland of Pittsburgh; a sister, Bernice Cuerton of Pittsburgh; and brothers, David Kirkland of Pittsburgh and Russell Kirkland of Trinidad. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, April 26, 1999 at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Graveside Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements with: Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959 Pope, Earle W. Earle W. Pope - Pueblo Chieftain - December 16, 1998 - Earle W. Pope passed away Dec. 15, 1998, in Pueblo. He was born June 7, 1929, in Pueblo to Earle and Gladys Pope. Earle was employed at the CF&I Steel Mill for 33 years before his retirement in 1982. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Donald Pope. Among his survivors are his former wife, Betty Pope. At his request, there will be no public viewing or service. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. His cremated remains will be placed in a niche at the Roselawn Cemetery. Pope, Edwin E. Edwin E. "Eddie" Pope - Pueblo Chieftain - June 01, 2006 - Edwin E. "Eddie" Pope, 88, passed away May 22, 2006. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Aaron Vincent Pope; stepfathers, Lester Boley and William Lee Hand. Survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Dorothy; children, Thomas E. (Nancy), and John (Donna); grandchildren, Amy (Slade) Boyd, Donald E. Pope, Nathan (Michelle) Pope; great-grandchildren, Anthony Dionisio, Colton Boyd, Julia Pope and Madeline Pope; sister, Dorothy Williams; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Eddie worked for the CF&I for over 31 years in various positions. He received the Award of Merit in 1968 for 25 years of service, retiring from the mill in 1975 as a labor foreman. Eddie received an award in 2005 from the Southeastern Water Conservancy District for his many years of devoted service. He was a member of numerous horse clubs, loved to farm, and held the record for 10 years at the Colorado State Fair for the best hay in Colorado. Eddie was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 3641. Memorial Mass, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 3, 2006, Shrine of St. Therese Catholic Church. Private entombment will follow. Donations may be made in Eddie's memory to the Shrine of St. Therese Catholic Church. Pope, Gerald H. Gerald H. Pope - Pueblo Chieftain - May 09, 1986 - Gerald H. Pope, late of Pueblo, died Wednesday, May 7, 1986, at a local hospital. Survived by wife, Elizabeth, of the family home; children, Anthony, of the family home, Susan (Walter) Marston, Longmont, Lovell Pope of Pueblo. Also survived by grandchildren, Dennett and Elizabeth Marston. Born April 14, 1920, in Monterey, N.Y. He attended the University of Missouri, receiving his bachelor of science degree in 1946, and attended Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., receiving his master's degree in 1947. Pueblo resident since 1954. Charter member of Unitarian Fellowship of Pueblo. Professor in the Civil and Mechanical Engineering Department at USC for 30 years and was named USC Professor Emeritus in 1982. At his request, cremation, Davis-Wallin Crematory. Memorial service, noon Saturday, May 10, 1986, Unitarian Fellowship of Pueblo, 110 Calla Ave. Memorials may be made to the Unitarian Fellowship in his memory. Pope, Helen Rose Helen Rose Pope - Pueblo Chieftain - July 29, 2004 - Helen Rose Pope passed away July 26, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. Helen was born Jan. 22, 1905, in Central City, Colo., and had lived in Pueblo most of her life. She was employed as a clerk in the CF&I Steel Mill for many years before retiring in 1970. Mrs. Pope was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard in 1994; siblings, Joseph, Charles and Frank Sober, Hilda Jensen, Marye Koen; and a niece, Glenda (Willard) Robinson. She is survived by nieces, Laverne Jensen, Irene (Alan) McDonald, both of California, Helen Spitzer of Pueblo; and her family, Lyle Von Gundy of Aurora, Lori Bland; and great-great-niece and nephew, Lindsey and Clinton Bland, all of Texas. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. There will be no public services. Private interment will take place in the Roselawn Cemetery. Pope, Ina Constance Ina Constance Pope - Pueblo Chieftain- July 07, 1997 - Ina Constance Pope, 89, of Pueblo, died July 4, 1997, at Snowslide Valley Ranch, San Isabel. Born on Dec. 15, 1907, in Wales, to Annie (Evons) and Walter Price. She was a lifetime cattlewoman and a member of the Colorado Cattlemen Association. She came to Florence in 1910 and to Siloam Road in late 1914, where she resided for the next 83 years. She married Dan L. Pope Nov. 12, 1925, in Pueblo. He precedes her in death. Survived by son, Walter T. Pope- 11 grandchildren- 28 great-grandchildren- 11 great-great-grandchildren- numerous nieces and nephews- and Vince and Irene Niznick, devoted friends for more than 40 years. Service, 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Florence Mortuary with Loel Gray and Mike Davis officiating. Burial, Union Highland. Pope, M. Louise M. Louise Pope - Pueblo Chieftain - July 01, 1986 - Louise Pope, a Pueblo resident since 1928, late of 2950 San Isabel, passed away June 30, 1986. Mrs. Pope was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church, the I.T.U. Auxiliary, Good Sam, and the Come Hithers. She retired from the St. Mary-Corwin Hospital Maternity Ward as a nurse's aide in 1977, after 23 years of service. Survivors include her husband, Lloyd H. Pope of the family home; two sons, Lloyd A. Pope of Yellowstone, Wyo.; and Ernest W. Pope of Fort Collins; nine grandchildren; seven great-granddaughters; one sister, Mary Tatom of Pueblo; a sister-in-law, Audra H. Hirsch of Pueblo; a brother and sister-in-law, Ernest and Thadine Pope, of Brownsville, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with the Rev. Kenneth Fineran of the Faith United Methodist Church officiating. Cremation. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Those who wish may make donations to a memorial fund at Faith United Methodist Church. The family may be contacted at 2950 San Isabel. Pope, Walter T. Walter T. Pope - Pueblo Chieftain - September 08, 2004 - Walter T. Pope, 76, went to his loving Lord on Sept. 4, 2004. Born on Nov. 19, 1927, to Dan L. and Ina C. Pope in Bronquist, Colo., who preceded him in death; along with his wife, Mildred; and daughter, Linda. He spent his life as a dedicated son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin, friend and rancher. Graduated from Central High in 1945, and married Mildred McLallen on March 24, 1947. Survived by his children, Pat Sloan, Dan (Joyce) Pope, Kathy (Mark) Reeves, Bill (Laura) Pope, Rick (Judy) Pope, David (Kathy) Pope, Connie (Gary) Freeman, Percy (Dorothy) Pope, Chuck (Kelley) Pope, Shane (Yvette) Pope; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many extended friends and family. He will be lovingly missed by all who knew him. Visitation, 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in Walter's name through the funeral home office. Poplin, Kathyrn Nicksich Kathyrn Nicksich Poplin - Pueblo Chieftain - September 8, 1985 - Kathyrn Nicksich Poplin of Atlanta, Ga. Passed away Sept. 7, 1985. Wife of Charles Poplin of the family home. Mother of Mrs. Cathy Walsh and Charles Poplin Jr., both of Atlanta. Grandmother of two. Sister of Joseph G. Nicksich and Michael Nicksich, both of Pueblo; John Nicksich of Missouri; Mary Ann Moe and Mrs. Josephine Daly, both of Minnesota. Services and interment will be in Atlanta. Popp, Robert Earl Robert Earl Popp - Pueblo Chieftain - October 16, 2005 - Robert Earl Popp, age 79, went to be with the Lord on Oct. 13, 2005. Bob was born in Pueblo on Nov. 21, 1925, to William H. and Elizabeth Popp. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Howard Popp; sisters, Jenny McDougal, Sophronia Burnett-Kiehn and Willma Chasteen; as well as nephew, Bill Chasteen and niece, Susie Cunningham. Robert is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 58 years, Gundel Popp; sons, Nobert and James (Shirley); granddaughter, Erika (Dan Tran) Popp, and grandson, Robbie Popp; brother-in-law, Walter Dubielzig; sister-in-law, Marlies (Ross) Burkpile; nieces and nephews, Westley (Mildred) Popp, Joy (Dan) Steckman, Peggy (Louis) Fass, Bill McDougal, Richard McDougal, Randy (Shirley) Miller, Becky (Brian) Houser, David Ragulsky, Walter Dubielzig, Mike (Laura) Popp, Mark (Cheryl) Popp, Debbie (Pat) Swagerty, Rodney (Virginia) Steckman, Dannie (Mitzi) Steckman, Vallee Newton, Dana Cunningham, Erin Cunningham, Alan Fass and Alison Beery. Robert was a decorated veteran of the U.S. Army. He served during World War II and the Korean War. Among the medals he received were the Victory Medal, European African Middle Eastern Theatre Ribbon with three Bronze Battle Stars, three Overseas Service Bars, Army of Occupation Medal Germany, Good Conduct Medal, Purple Heart Medal, GO 26 Hq 2nd Conv Hosp 29 Apr 45 Dist Unit Badge 1st Bronze. He was a statistician at the CF&I Steel Mill for 30 years before retiring in 1977. Upon retirement, he opened his own business, Plebian Pools, where he spent the next 25 years. Bob was a 55-year member of Silver State Lodge No. 95 AF&AM, NSPI Colorado (secretary) and Bessemer Historical Society. He loved the outdoors and explored it through hunting and fishing. Visitation will take place from noon to 7 p.m. Monday, at the Davis Mortuary. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005, in the Mountain View Cemetery. Masonic burial rites provided by Silver State Lodge No. 95 AF&AM and military honors provided by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Following the graveside service, the family will greet friends at Southwest Church of Christ, 1635 S. Pueblo Boulevard from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Those who desire may make donations in memory of Robert to the American Lung Association through the mortuary. Porco, Anna Anna Porco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 21, 1986 - Anna Porco of 31120 Ford Road, Aug. 20, 1986. Wife of Tony Porco, who passed away Jan. 8, 1976, and mother of John Porco, of the family home, Eileen (Robert) Gant, Pueblo, and Elsie (Don) Lough, Chatham, N.J. Mother-in-law of Rachel Porco and sister-in-law of Mayme Mulay, both of Pueblo. Survived also by several grandchildren, including Fred Port, several great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by a son, Charles Porco, who passed away Feb. 16, 1980. A lifelong Pueblo resident, Mrs. Porco was a member of St. Joseph Parish, the St. Therese of Vineland Lodge and the Princes Yolanda Lodge. Services, St. Joseph Church: Rosary recitation, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, and Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Friday. Interment, Roselawn. The family will receive friends at the family home, 31120 Ford Road. Porreca, Anthony Anthony (Tony White) Porreca - Pueblo Chieftain - August 2, 1987 - Anthony (Tony White) Porreca passed away in Ogden, Utah, July 31, 1987. Father of Marie Hinds and Jean (Joe) Douglass, both of Pueblo. Brother of Louise Formico, Mae DiAntonio, both of Pueblo, and Lee DiDomenic, Westwood, N. J. Predeceased by a daughter, Dorothy Crank, and a sister, Grace DeAngelo. Survived also by 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Born and reared in Pueblo, Mr. Porreca had resided in Ogden, Utah, for the past 30 years. Private family service. Porreco, Frank Frank "Florindo" Porreco - Pueblo Chieftain - September 13, 1973 - Frank "Florindo" Porreco of 515 W Grant, Sept. 13, 1973. Father of Julius Porreco, Pueblo; Thomas Porreco, Benicia, Calif., and Dr. Rocco E. Porreco, Potomac, Md. Survived also by 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Member of Shrine of St. Therese, National Association of Retired Railway Employees and Pikes Peak lodge 222 B.R.C.OF A. A carman for the Santa Fe Railroad, Mr. Porreco retired in 1954 after 33 years employment. Service announcements later, Friends will be received at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Porreco, 501 W. Orman. Porreco, James James Porreco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 17, 1935 - James Porreco, age 12 years Aug. 16, at residence 492 Polk. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Porreco, brother of Julius, Ernest, and Thomas. Member of St. Patrick's Church. Arrangements later. Pueblo Chieftain - August 19, 1935 - James Porreco, service Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. our chapel and at 9 a.m. St. Patrick's church. Rosary, 7:30 p.m. Monday. Porreco, Julius F. Julius F. Porreco - Pueblo Chieftain - March 09, 2006 - Julius F. Porreco, 87, born April 10, 1918, passed away March 7, 2006. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary, in 1994; parents, Frank and Assunta Porreco; brothers, Tom and James Porreco; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Carmella and Charles Colletti, Sam and Janie Pagnotta, Rose Lee and Pete Colletti, Rose Pagnotta, Marie Porreco and John Pagnotta. Survived by son, Frank (Toni) Porreco; brother, Rocco Porreco; granddaughters, Lisa (Jeff) Ross and Christie (Greg) Matheny; great-grandchildren, Nick, Mike, Cole and Reese; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Fred and Marge Pagnotta, Pete Pagnotta, Josephine Porreco; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Julius retired from the Santa Fe Railroad after 41 years of service. He loved his family and friends and he loved to garden. Viewing, 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, at the Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Porreco, Mary B. Mary B. Porreco - Pueblo Chieftain - February 13, 1994 - Mary B. Porreco, Feb. 12, 1994. Survived by husband, Julius Porreco; son, Frank Porreco, Pueblo; brothers, Pete (Rose) Pagnotta, Pueblo, Sam (Janie) Pagnotta, Escondido, Calif., and Fred (Marge) Pagnotta, La Habra, Calif.; sister, Carmella (Charles) Colletti, Pueblo; granddaughters, Lisa (Jeff) Ross and Christie Canzoneri; and brother-in-law, Rocco (Marie) Porreco. Also survived by nieces, nephews and great-grandson. Predeceased by brother, John Pagnotta; sister, Rose Lee; and brother-in-law, Pete Colletti and Tom Porreco. Mrs. Porreco was a member of the shrine of St. Therese Parish. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn. Porreco, Mary M. Mary M. Porreco - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 1991 - Mary M. Porreco, Mother of Marie Hinds and Jeannette (Joe) Douglass, both of Pueblo. Sister of Helen Fuschino, Albuquerque, N.M., Elizabeth Caricato, Denver, John (Joann) Diodosio and Loretta (James) Roth, both of Pueblo. Sister-in-law of Lucille Diodosio and Josephine Diodosio and mother-in-law of Kenneth (Adeline) Crank. Survived also by 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents, Mike and Jennie Diodosio; a daughter, Dorothy Crank; brother, Joseph Diodosio and Warren Diodosio; and a sister, Sarah DeJoy. Mrs. Porreca had been employed by CF&I Steel Corp. prior to retiring in 1976. She was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese Parish; COPE; REAC; Ladies Auxiliary, Eagles No. 145; Ladies Fidelity Lodge No. 56 of the Columbian Federation; Mother Cabrini Lodge, the Altar and Rosary Society and Order of Martha of the Shrine of St. Therese. She was also an avid bowler, enjoyed crafts, crocheting and playing Bingo. Vigil Service, 7 p.m. Thursday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel, Funeral Mass. 10 a.m. Friday, Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn. The family may be reached at the home of Joe and Jeanette Douglass and will receive friends at the Chapel immediately following the Vigil Service on Thursday evening. Porreco, Susan Mrs. Susan Porreco - Pueblo Chieftain - January 12, 1927 - Mrs. Susan Porreco, aged 31 years, died January 10 at a local hospital. Body at Geo. F. McCarthy Funeral Home. Porreco, Tom Tom Porreco - Pueblo Chieftain - August 7, 1990 - Tom Porreco, Benicia, Calif., formerly of Pueblo, died Aug. 4, 1990. He is survived by his wife, Josephine; son, Albert Porreco, Fairfield, Calif; daughter, Pauline Shipley, Weed, Calif., and Terri Porreco, Benicia; brothers, Ernie (Marie) Porreco, Potomac, Md., and Julius (Mary) Porreco, Pueblo. Cremation was in California at Passalacque Funeral Chapel, Benicia. Porretta, Mattie F. Mattie F. Porretta - Pueblo Chieftain - September 03, 2003 - Mattie F. Porretta, 76, passed away Aug. 29, 2003. Survived by husband, Joseph Porretta; children, Charlotte Capritta, Joe Porretta Jr. and Deborah Porretta; five grandchildren, one great granddaughter; sister, Virginia Buchanan; niece, Carlene (Pastor Bill) Stiebens; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Predeceased by son, Ronald Porretta. Viewing, 8 am to 5 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service, 2 p.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Porter, Albert N. Albert N. Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - January 20, 2004 - Albert N. Porter died on Jan. 15, 2004 at the home of his daughter. Mr. Porter was born Feb.7th, 1925 in Pueblo, Colo. to Albert D. and Myrtle Porter. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Ebbert, son, Albert Porter, daughter-in-law, Rhonda Porter, grandchildren, Anne and Amy Ebbert, Amanda Porter, and Cara Schlarb. He is also survived by his sister, Ardith Horne of Weatherford, Texas, and niece, Carolyn Weber of Scottsdale, Ariz. Mr. Porter's wife, Justine, his mother and father preceded him in death as well as two sisters, Thelma Henderson and Marie Mergler. Mr. Porter graduated from Centennial High School in Pueblo and served in World War II. He completed his education at the University of Colorado and, upon graduation, married Justine Claire Lang in 1948. Mr. and Mrs. Porter moved to Bartlesville, Okla. where Mr. Porter started his career as a budget clerk with Cities Service. They returned to Colo. when Albert took a position with Colorado Interstate Gas in Colorado Springs. Mr. Porter remained with CIG throughout most of his career, relocating to Salt Lake City when CIG was purchased by Coastal. At the time of the purchase, Mr. Porter was the treasurer for CIG. Mr. Porter continued his distinguished career in finance with Northwest Pipeline Corporation in Salt Lake City. He retired as President of Northwest Pipeline and Vice President of Northwest Energy in 1985 when Northwest Pipeline was purchased by the Williams Companies. Albert and Justine returned to Colo. in 1985. Over the next decade, they traveled and enjoyed their second home in Scottsdale where he pursued his quest for the perfect round of golf. Mr. Porter was a member of The Colorado Springs Country Club, Kissing Camels, and Mountain Shadows in Scottsdale. Until very recently, he was attending monthly luncheons with his many friends from Colorado Interstate. Mr. Porter never forgot his wonderful classmates and friends from Pueblo, who remained close over the years. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24, at 11:00 in the morning at Grace Episcopal Church, 601 N. Tejon, Colorado Springs, 80903. Reception immediately following the service. Memorial contributions may be sent to Pikes Peak Hospice, 825 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Suite #600, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, or the charity of the giver's choice. Porter, Alice Alice Porter Colorado Public Defender - October 23, 1942 - Donald H. Fearn, Pueblo. W-W. Asphyxiation. Fearn received a death sentence for kidnapping, raping, torturing, and shooting a sixteen-year-old high school student, Alice Porter, the daughter of a former Pueblo detective. Thirty-six hours before the murder, Fearn's wife gave birth to their second child. Fearn abducted the victim at gunpoint off a Pueblo street and took her to an abandoned ranch. He forced her to disrobe, bound her, and burned her two dozen times with a wire he had heated in the fireplace. He then raped her, beat her over the head with a hammer, and shot her to make sure she was dead. Her body was later found in a cistern. During the crimes, a heavy rainstorm passed over the area that caused Fearn's car to sink in mud. As a result, Fearn had to walk several miles for assistance, which led to his arrest. Fearn, a twenty-six-year-old railroad brakeman, immediately confessed. He had no prior arrests, but, in his confession, told authorities that since childhood he had felt an uncontrollable urge to commit this type of crime. Fearn believed that he deserved to die. He did not appeal his conviction and was executed six months after the crimes. His last request, for a bottle of beer, was honored. The victim's father and two of her uncles witnessed the execution. Porter, Armond Monroe Armond Monroe Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - September 14, 1998 - Lohmeyer-Konantz Funeral Home, Lamar, Mo. 64759 - Armond Monroe Porter, 84, of Liberal, Mo., died Saturday, Sept. 12, 1998. Born Nov. 19, 1913, in Oskaloosa, Mo., to the union of Joseph and Grace (Sipes) Porter. He farmed in the Liberal area and worked as a machinist for McNally Manufacturing in Pittsburg, Kan., retiring in 1979. He was Past Grand Master of the Arcadia, Kansas Masonic Lodge. He was preceded in death by two wives, Corrine May "Betty" Charley, Feb. 26, 1934, Pueblo- and Martha Wilson on April 14, 1990, Liberal, Mo.- brothers, Alvin and Jessie Porter- sister, Beulah Leist- son, Paul Porter- and grandson, Donald Wray Kauble Jr. Survived by sons, Lee Porter, Charles Porter, both of Liberal, Mo., James Porter, Pittsburg, Kan.- daughters, Colleen Kauble, Lincoln, Mo., Penny Smith, Liberal, Mo.- 18 grandchildren- and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, 1998, at Lohmeyer-Konantz Chapel, with Rev. Hollis Corky" Walker officiating. Burial will be in Sheffield Cemetery, southwest of Arcadia, Kan. Porter, Arthur M. Arthur M. Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - April 29, 2003 - Arthur M. Porter, 89, born Oct. 21, 1913, passed away April 27, 2003. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles M. and Lola O. Porter; wife, Dorothy Hayden Porter; sister, Thelma McNeil, of Newark, Calif.; and brothers- and sisters-in-law, Al and Ruth Hayden and Nell and John Krasovec. Survived by sister, Irene (Wayne) Woodward, Emmett, Idaho.; and nieces and nephews, Kathy (Jack) Cline, Janet Taravella, John (Judy) Krasovec, Robert (Judy) Krasovec, Al (Kathy) Hayden, all of Pueblo, and Mike Hayden of Arizona. Also survived by many other grandnieces and nephews. Arthur worked for the Pueblo Star-Journal and Chieftain for 46 years in the Advertising Department. He graduated from Central High School in 1932 and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a life member of BPO Elks Lodge No. 90. Arthur loved all sports, especially the Broncos. At his request, cremation with memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church with inurnment at Roselawn Cemetery at 2 p.m. Donations may be made to the Pueblo Area Interfaith Hospitality Network, "A community response to homeless families," in care of the funeral home office. Porter, Betty J. Betty J. Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - October 23, 2001 - Betty J. Porter passed away Oct. 20, 2001, at the Chateau at Sharmar Village. Betty was born Feb. 3, 1924, and was a native and a lifetime resident of Pueblo. She is survived by one son, Jimmie D. (Diane) Porter Jr. of Pueblo; one daughter, Janis K. (Joe) Gemperline of San Diego, Calif.; daughter-in-law, Gayle Porter of Falls Church, Va.; and three aunts, Gladys Volare, Virginia Hyde, "Aunt Cap"; and an uncle, Charles Vaught. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Sean F. (Melanie) Porter, Clayton J. Porter, Kristi J. Gemperline, Brian J. Gemperline; and one great-granddaughter, Alexis S. Porter. Nephews are Paul A. Lucksinger, Joe Waggoner, Willie Waggoner and Jay Waggoner. Cousins are Mac Gettler, Laurence Paredes and Sophie Paredes. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie D. Porter Sr. (1978); one son, Andrew A. Porter (1982); and her parents, Albert (1944) and Minnie (Vaught) (2001) Gettler. She will lie in state at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. today. Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with the Rev. Father Ron Roche officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Porter, Charles A. Charles A. Porter Albuquerque Journal - November 29, 2001 - Charles A. Porter, 60, born July 14, 1941 in Pueblo, CO passed away in the family home on November 25, 2001. Mr. Porter was employed by PharMerica Corp as a clinical pharmacist. He loved his work and the nursing home residents that he served. He is survived by his wife, Carmen; children, and step-children, Randi Zavislan and her husband, Mike of Pueblo West Co, Tracey Fitchitt and her husband, Dan of Albuquerque and Melissa Ireland and husband, Travis of Los Alamos, NM; sons, Steven Porter and his wife, Colleen of Los Alamos, NM, Scott Porter and his wife, Marianne of Albuquerque and Eric Reese and his wife, Stephanie of Austin, TX; brothers, Allen Porter and his wife, Leight of Chesapeake, VA and Leo E. Porter and his wife, Barbara of Stow, OH; grandchildren, Michelle and Melissa Zavislan, Katy Reese, Jake and Brett Ireland; several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel NE, Albuquerque, NM on Friday, November 30, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. The family suggests that memorial donations be made in Chuck's name to the Sandia Hospice Memorial Foundation, 4725 Indian School Rd. NE, Suite 100, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Cremation has taken place and Mr. Porter's cremated remains will be interred at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200. Porter, Edwin R. Edwin R. Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - August 12, 1987 - Edwin R. Porter of 2104 Ogden, Apartment 10, passed away Aug. 10, 1987. Predeceased by his first wife, Helen Porter, who passed away May 29, 1964, and predeceased by his daughter, Sandra Kay Porter, who passed away March 26, 1962. Father of Edwin L, (Gladys) Porter, Pueblo, Lillie (Charlie) Bouldin, Pittsboro, N.C., Melva (Jack) Walthour, Las Vegas, Nev., Verna (Don) Wolf, Lancaster, Texas, and Karen Svaldi, Westminster. Survived also by a sister, Lillie J. Stewart, Pueblo, as well as 15 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He married Eunice Lester in 1970 and she also survives him. Mr. Porter was a member of First Baptist Church and served as a deacon and usher at the church and was a grandpa to the kindergarten class for six years. He also organized the Senior Kitchen Band in Pueblo. He was responsible for the lawn maintenance and was a caretaker at the Citadel Health Care Center for 12 years, retiring in 1984. Prior to that he farmed and ranched in the Boone area. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial service, 3 p.m. Thursday will be conducted by the Rev. David Horton, pastor, First Baptist Church. The family respectfully requests the omission of flowers. Memorials may be made in Mr. Porter's name to either First Baptist Church, Ninth and Grand, Pueblo, CO, 81003, or to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 102 W. Orman, Pueblo, CO, 81004. The family will greet friends at the Historic Chapel following the service and they may toe contacted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin L. Porter, 134 Kingsley. Porter, Effie G. Mrs. Effie G. Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - October 26, 1929 - Mrs. Effie G. Porter, age 64 years, passed away at a local hospital, Friday, October 25. She is survived by a daughter, Miss Helen Porter, of Mt. Vernon, Ohio. The body is being cared for at the Davis Mortuary. Porter, Elsie Menor Elsie Menor Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - May 09, 2002 - Elsie Menor Porter, born April 17, 1915, in Ordway, Colo., to John McCoy and Emma Harper, passed away May 6, 2002, in Enid, Okla. Elsie attended school through the eighth grade. She married Joseph Menor on May 2, 1931, in Pueblo, Colo., and he passed away in August of 1963. She then married Wesley Porter in 1984 and he also passed away in 1985. Elsie was the owner/operator of a motel in Pueblo. She moved to Enid, Okla., in 1994. Her survivors include grandsons, Bobby Kelly, Jerry Kelly, Walter Kelly and Steve Kelly; and granddaughters, Peggy and Kathy Lambert. She is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; three brothers: Raymond McCoy of California, Rodrick McCoy of Pueblo and Ralph McCoy, also of California; one sister, Dora Sumruld of Pueblo; and seven stepchildren. She is also preceded in death by her son, Walter Menor in 1958; and daughter, Eleanor JoAnn Kelly in 1982. Viewing, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Graveside service, 2 p.m. Friday, Roselawn Cemetery. Porter, Floyd Cecil Jr. Floyd Cecil Porter Jr. - Rocky Mountain News - March 29, 2001- Floyd Cecil Porter Jr., 82, of Arvada died Feb. 10. Services were Feb. 14, with burial at Crown Hill Cemetery. Mr. Porter was born in Springfield on Jan. 3, 1918. He married Mabel McMacken. He served in the Army Corps of Engineers during World War II. He owned a restaurant. He was a member of the International Union of Engineers and the Elks. Survivors include his wife; daughters Sherryne Taylor of Texas, Vicki Crossiant of Greeley, June Bartz of Indonesia, Beth Yeager of Arvada, Mary Einspahr of Thornton; brothers Stanley of California, Vernon of La Veta; sisters Mabel Bearnick of Oklahoma, Anna Standlen of Springfield, Martha Mullins of Oklahoma; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren. Porter, Jean Jean Kelleher Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - April 08, 2002 - Jean Kelleher Porter, 81. Born Aug. 20, 1920, in Postville, Iowa. Died April 5, 2002. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Edward L. Porter. Jean and Ed met in Chicago and had their first date on St. Patrick's Day. They were married on July 27, 1946, and Ed gave her green carnations every St. Patrick's Day to celebrate that first date. They lived for several years in Niles, Mich., where Jean wrote her first book, "We Learn to Play." The family moved to Pueblo in 1954 and her second book, "Halo for a Housewife," was published. She wrote a weekly column for the Catholic Register for many years and was an active member of numerous organizations including Alpha Mu Delta, the American Association of University Women and as a Girl Scout leader. She shared her talent for writing with her children and many others through classes. She was active in the women's movement and proud that she was born the year women's right to vote became law. A talented musician, Jean loved to play the piano and played the flute in the Pueblo Symphony. She enjoyed the out-of-doors and watching the Colorado sunsets near Lake Pueblo. She said many times how happy she was that the family had moved to Colorado. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, George T. and Carrie Wilson Kelleher; her brother, George T. Kelleher; and son, John Edward Porter. In addition to her husband, she he is survived by brother, J. Robert (Genevieve) Kelleher of Apopka, Fla.; and children, Margaret Porter (Dan) Knifong of College Park, Md., Judy (Jack) Hildner of Pueblo, Mary Jean Porter (Bernie) Abrahams of Wetmore, Sheela Porter (Mark) Smith of Honesdale, pa., James Robert (Julie) Porter of Pueblo West, Brenda Claire Porter and partner Beth Kahmann of Golden, and Ruth Porter of Pueblo ; grandchildren, Thad (Megan) Hildner, Matt Hildner, Jennifer (Paul) Kneuper, James R. Porter II, Jillian E. Porter, Della Jean Abrahams and Ezra Smith; and great-granddaughter, Grace Hildner. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews and loving friends. Memorial Mass and private internment to follow in June. Cremation at her request. The family requests no food or flowers. Contributions can be made to the Columbine Girl Scout Council. Jean said her 18 years of service with the Scouts were one of the most pleasant times of her life. She especially loved the time she spent at Lazy Acres near San Isabel. Jean's family is deeply grateful to Dr. Michael Wood and the staffs of St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center and Life Care Center for their loving care during her long illness. Porter, Josephine L. Josephine L. Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - April 26, 2004 - Josephine L. Porter, 83, passed away April 24, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. Born Oct. 15, 1920, in Watonga, Okla., to Eli and Lilly Chapman, who preceded her, along with her husband, Leo I. Porter; and brother, Eugene Chapman. Survived by her daughters, Betty (Richard) Weller, Barbara (Leo) Porter, Beverly (James) Cain; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and sister, Maxine Mackey. Per her request, no visitation. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Entombment, Roselawn Cemetery. Porter, Linda Faye Linda Faye Porter - Huerfano World - June 20, 2002 Fatal Accident A 35-year-old Texas woman was fatally injured June 13 in a one-car accident north of Trinidad on Interstate 25. According to the Colorado State Patrol, Linda Faye Porter, of Mineral Wells, TX, died of head injuries after being ejected from the vehicle. Porter was driving northbound when she apparently fell asleep and the vehicle began to drift off the left side of the road, striking a post. Porter corrected to the right, then crossed the two northbound lanes and corrected to the left. The vehicle rolled 1½ times, landing on its top. Porter and her daughter, Shanna Porter, 15, were ejected from the vehicle. Porter died at the scene. The girl had serious neck, rib and collarbone injuries and was taken to Mount San Rafael Hospital in Trinidad, then flown by Flight for Life to Denver Health Center. Porter's son, Zane Porter, 16, had minor head injuries and a laceration on his leg. He was treated at Mount San Rafael Hospital. None of the three were wearing seatbelts. Pueblo Chieftain - June 18, 2002 - Linda F. Porter, 35, passed away June 13, 2002, as a result of an auto accident. Services will be held in Mineral Wells, Texas. Porter, Margaret Ann Margaret Ann Porter - The La Veta Signature - September 11, 2008 - Margaret Ann Porter was born in Walsenburg, Colorado to Matthew and Anna (Youhouse) Bogan. She grew up in Walsenburg and graduated from Huerfano County High School. On June 24, 1943 she married E.G. (Everett) Porter. Mrs. Porter was a homemaker and loved quilting, crocheting, knitting and making craft projects for her family and friends. She especially enjoyed her trips to Central City. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Greeley. Mrs. Porter died Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at Hospice and Palliative Care of Northern Colorado. Porter is survived by sons, Richard Porter and wife Cynthia of Cheyenne, Wyoming; Robert Porter and wife Sharon of The Villages, Florida, Gary Porter and wife Margaret of Lakewood, Colorado; grandchildren, Julie Porter of Greeley, Kimberly Myers of Golden, Colorado, Jenny Hawk and Joshua Porter both of Cheyenne, Andrea Porter and Matthew Porter of Lakewood; three great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward Bogan of San Jose, California and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett; parents; and sister; Helen Reedy. Rosary is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Friday, September 12, 2008 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 915 12th Street, Greeley, Colorado with a Mass of Christian Burial immediately following. Memorial gifts may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Northern Colorado or St. Peter Catholic Church in care of Adamson Funeral & Cremation Services, 2000 47th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado 80634. Porter, Martha Mrs. Martha Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - March 22, 1943 - Mrs. Martha Porter, mother-in-law of Edwin L. May Sr., died at her apartment Sunday. She was the grandmother of Edwin L. May Jr., Mrs. Max Day and Mrs. Patrica Simmonds, Pueblo, and the aunt of Mrs. L.L. Young. One great grandchild also survives. Private funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Rouch Funeral home and will be followed by entombment in the Fairmount mausoleum in Denver. Porter, Robert Robert Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - December 27, 2002 - Robert Porter, 39, of Pueblo. Cremation has taken place. No services. Porter, Ruth E. Ruth E. Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - February 22, 2000 - Ruth E. Potter, 94, passed away Feb. 20, 2000. She was born on Sept. 27, 1905, in McCook, Neb. to Phineas and Mary (Bowen) Potter, who preceded her in death. Ruth received X-ray training in Denver, then came to Pueblo in 1930 and worked for CF&I emergency services for 21 years, from where she retired in 1971. She was also employed by private physicians in Pueblo. Ms. Potter was a member of the Bishop's Guild, member of Sacred Heart Cathedral Altar and Rosary Society, charter member and past president of Pilot Club, past president of The Colorado Society of X-Ray Technicians, and a member of the American Society of X-Ray Technicians. Rosary, 9 a.m. Wednesday, followed by a funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m., Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made to Burse for Education of New Priests, or a charity of the donor's choice, through George McCarthy Funeral Home. Porter, Sarah Mrs. Sarah Porter - Walsenburg World August 18, 1910 - Mrs. Sarah Porter whose serious illness is noted in another column died Tuesday night at midnight. Porter, Sommer Sommer Porter - Pueblo Chieftain - January 03, 2000 - Sommer Porter, 22, passed away Jan. 1, 2000, in Pueblo. Services will be held in Springfield, Colo. Services, 2 p.m. Wednesday at Springfield High School gymnasium on Fifth Street. A memorial book is available to sign at Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors for those unable to attend the service in Springfield, Colo. Porter-Thompson, Ann Ann Porter-Thompson - Pueblo Chieftain - June 22, 2005 - Ann Porter-Thompson, 92, passed away June 19, 2005. Survived by her son, Vernon S. (Marcia) Porter of Pueblo; grandchildren, Dr. Stuart Porter of Middleton, Idaho, and Laura (Jerry) Knapic of Pueblo West; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and cousins. Preceded in death by her parents, Clinton and Elizabeth Haar; and husbands, Vernon Stokes Porter and Hubbard Thompson. Ann was born Sept. 17, 1912, in Anna, Ill. When she was 9 years old, the family moved to Pueblo, where she attended Thatcher Elementary School and graduated from Centennial High School. She owned and operated The Gallery, which was an interior decorating business. Member of First United Methodist Church, Alpha Mu Delta Sorority, and was a Junior League sustainer. Besides her family, music was a centerpiece of Ann's life. She was accomplished at both piano and organ and composed music as well. During the time when the Pueblo Service League (now Junior League) put on musical extravaganzas on a biennial schedule, she played for rehearsals and performed in the shows. Viewing, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2005, at First United Methodist Church, 11th and Court, with the Rev. Dr. Rick Calhoun officiating. Private interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Those who desire may make memorials to Alzheimer's Association through the funeral home. Portillos, Albert Albert Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - October 25, 2001 - Albert Portillos, age 66, of Pueblo, passed away Oct. 24, 2001, in Pueblo. Albert was born in Meria, N.M., on June 14, 1935, to the late Emilio and Casimera Miranda Portillos. Albert is survived by his wife, Annie Reyna Portillos. He is also survived by three sisters, Irene Blantz, Annie Portillos and Juanita Portillos, all of Security, Colo., and also numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters. Albert was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from civil service at Peterson Air Force Base. Albert enjoyed going bowling and loved to go fishing. Visitation from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. with Mass at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 26, 2001, at Holy Family Parish, 2827 Lakeview Ave., Pueblo, Colo. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery with military honors by Fort Carson Honor Guard. Portillos, Connie Connie Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - February 15, 2006 - Connie Portillos, 47, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord Feb. 12, 2006. Preceded in death by her father, Daniel Portillos; brothers, Michael and Nick Portillos; and nephew, Tommy Portillos Jr. She is survived by her son, Louie (Christina Lenk) Portillos; mother, Georgia Portillos; siblings, Julie (Bob) Dominguez, Vicky Garcia, Daniel Portillos, Barbara Portillos, Tom (Lydia) Portillos, Christine Portillos, Jerry (Becky) Portillos and Corrine (Chris) Leger; and grandchild, Kaylee Portillos. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. today, Romero Chapel. Prayer Service, 7 p.m. today, and funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Thursday; both at St. Anne Church. Cremation to follow. Relatives and friends will be received at St. Anne Hall after both services. Portillos, Daniel C. Daniel C. Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - November 14, 1986 - Daniel C. Portillos, 59, late of 2020 E. 12th St., passed away Nov. 13, 1986. Retired from CF&I's bolt mill department as a crane operator in 1982 with 32 years of service. Veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife, Georgia Portillos, and children, Julia (Bob) Dominquez, Trinidad, Vicky (Tony) Garcia, Denver, Daniel G. (Dora) Portillos, Denver, Barbara Apodaca, Pueblo, Mike (Esther) Portillos, Pueblo, Tom (Lydia) Portillos, Pueblo, Connie (Rick) Martinez, Denver, Nick (Christine) Portillos, Aurora, Chrisine Portillos, Denver, Jerry Portillos and Corrine Portillos, both of the family home. Twenty grandchildren; brother and sisters, Annie Portillos, Juanita Portillos, Irene Blantz, all of Security, and Albert Portillos of Pueblo also survive. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Friday, and Mass of Christian Burial, 11 a.m. Saturday, both services at St. Anne Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at 2020E. 12th St. Portillos, Edwarda M. Edwarda M. Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - January 30, 1986 - Edwarda M. Portillos, 80, departed this life on Jan. 29, 1986. Survived by children, Phyllis Gonzales, Pueblo; Ernest Portillos, Pueblo; Helen (James) Trujillo, Seattle, Wash.; James (Angelina) Portillos, Pueblo; Charlotte (Ruben) Martinez of Denver; Charles (Mary V.) Portillos, Pueblo; Richard (Mary) Portillos, Robert (Mary Ellen) Portillos, all of Denver; Edward (Benita) Portillos of Colorado Springs; 36 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Also survived by sisters, Nettie Turrietta of Texline, Texas; and Sadie Lopez of Santa Fe, N.M. Preceded in death by husband in 1968. Born May 29, 1905, in Mira, N.M. Moved to Pueblo 48 years ago. Member of Our Lady of the Assumption Church. Mass of the Resurrection at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, at Our Lady of the Assumption, with Father Grimes officiating. Family will receive friends at 2038 Wyoming, following Mass. Rosary recitation, 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at Imperial Chapel. Interment, Garden of Faith, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at Imperial Reception Hall following interment. Portillos, Ernest Ernest Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - November 12, 2006 - Ernest Portillos passed away Nov. 10, 2006. Survived by his loving wife, Marie; two daughters, two sons, five brothers and three sisters; and numerous nieces, nephews and grandchildren. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Portillos, Mary Albina Mary Albina Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - February 25, 2003 - Mary Albina Portillos, 76, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord Feb. 22, 2003. Born March 1, 1926, in Seven Mile Plaza, Colo. Preceded in death by her son, Leroy Portillos; parents, Adolph and Matilde Pacheco; brothers, Charlie, Leo, Alex Pacheco; sisters, Vera Armijo, Tina Montoya, Molly Samora. Survived by her husband, Reyes E. Portillos; sons, Jerry (Doris) Portillos, James (Lori) Portillos, all of Pueblo; daughter, Frances (Robert) Quintana, Aurora; brothers, Ed (Tonie) Pacheco, Albert (Nellie) Pacheco, Jake (Lecha) Pacheco; sisters, Lucy (Ervin) Romero, Julia (Ray) Romero. Also survived by eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. Viewing, 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday, funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, both at Our Lady of Assumption. Interment Roselawn Cemetery. Portillos, Merissa Ashley Merissa Ashley Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - June 03, 1998 - Merissa Ashley Portillos, infant, passed away June 1, 1998. Survived by parents, Renee Borrego and James Portillos. Graveside service, 3 p.m. Thursday, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Portillos, Paul P. Paul P. "Cowboy" Portillos - Pueblo Chieftain - December 23, 2000 - Paul P. "Cowboy" Portillos, 82, of Pueblo, passed away Dec. 20, 2000. Born June 29, 1918, in Pasamonte, N.M. Preceded in death by his spouse, Ruth Flores Portillos; parents, Frank and Marcita Portillos; and one brother, Sam Portillos. Survived by children, Mary Maldonado, Pueblo, Sadie (Pat) Madril, Aurora, John Portillos, Pueblo, Sally (Pablo Valdes) Reyes, Pueblo, David (Mary Ann) Portillos, Colorado Springs, and Joann Silva, Pueblo; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brothers, Ray (Mary) Portillos, Pueblo, Phillip Portillos, Pueblo and Ted (Priscilla) Portillos, Pueblo; sisters, Cora Trujillo, Pueblo, Dorothy (Frank) Alcon, Pueblo, and Theresa (Dave) Lucero, Pueblo. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and other relatives. Viewing, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Romero Chapel. Memorial eve service, 7 p.m. Tuesday, and funeral service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, both at Romero Chapel, officiant, Dave Portillos. Interment, Fort Logan, Denver, Colo. Portillos, Thomas Louis Jr. Thomas Louis Portillos Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - January 03, 2001 - Thomas Louis Portillos Jr., 21, departed this life unexpectedly Dec. 31, 2000, the result of an automobile accident. A lifetime Puebloan, Thomas was born Oct. 30, 1979. Graduated from East High School, class of 1998. He also attended Trinidad Junior College. An avid golfer, Tommy played on his high school team. At one of the school tournaments at the Grand Dote Course in La Veta, he fired a hole in one that day. At the time of his untimely death, he was a route sales person for Pepsi Cola. Thomas was an affectionately dedicated son, brother, grandson and nephew. He loved spending time with his family (especially meal time). He shared a wonderful sense of humor, singing spirit and impersonating talent. He also loved music and enjoyed dancing. He was a man of dignity and exquisite style. Thomas was a sincere and loyal friend to many. He was the life of any party. Thomas was a skilled golfer and was a member of the Pueblo Gold City Champion Team in 1997. His golfing talent also earned him an academic scholarship at Trinidad Junior Collage. Thomas was a committed companion to his girlfriend, Michelle, whom he sincerely loved. He also held a deep love for Jesus Christ and shared his spiritual counsel with his family and many friends. Survived by his beloved parents, Thomas and Lydia (Gallegos) Portillos; siblings, Stephanie (Gary) Portillos, Marcus Portillos and Phillip Portillos, all of Pueblo; grandmothers, Maria A. Gallegos and Georgia Portillos, both of Pueblo; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Tommy is preceded in death by grandfathers, Filemon Gallegos and Daniel Portillos; aunt, MaryRose Prien; and uncles, John Gutierrez, Mike Portillos and Nick Portillos. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Rev. Benjamin Bacino, celebrant. Both services, St. Leander Catholic Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at the Pueblo Christian Center following the burial rites. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Sunwest Educational Credit Union in Tommy's memory. Portratz, Larry William Larry William Portratz - Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph - March 18, 1962 - Two Carson Soldiers Die, One Injured North of Pueblo - Two Ft. Carson soldiers were killed early Saturday morning and another was seriously injured when their car left U.S. Highway 85-87 about 13 miles north of Pueblo. Dead are John Richard Fitzgerald, 25, son of Mrs. Helen Fitzgerald, McDonald-Roseville, Mich., and Larry William Portratz, 23, son of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Portratz, Summer, Iowa. Injured with lacerations, bruises and abrasions was Donald T. Ross, 21, of McKeesport, Pa. Ross was taken to the Ft. Carson Army Hospital after the accident. Medical authorities listed his condition as not critical. All three soldiers were members of Battery R, 2nd Training Regiment at Ft. Carson. Fitzgerald was a cook and Portratz a clerk. Ross is a supply clerk with the regiment. State Patrol authorities said the car, driven by Portratz, went off the road and flipped into an 18-foot culvert. He apparently went to sleep at the wheel, patrol authorities said. Both Ft. Carson and State patrol authorities reported there was no evidence of liquor in the car. The accident occurred at 2 a.m. Posa, James Albert James Albert Posa - Pueblo Chieftain - August 15, 1986 - James Albert Posa, infant son of Edward J. and Mary Beth Posa, passed away Aug. 13, 1986. Besides his parents, James is survived by grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, and uncles. There will be a private family service Friday at Our Lady of the Meadows. Interment will be in Baby Land, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Poslep, Anton Anton Poslep Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: Anton Poslep is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. Anton Poslep: Austrian, age 38, married with three surviving children. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pospahala, Robert Robert Pospahala - Huerfano World - April 22, 1993 - Huerfano Robert S. Pospahala, 68, of Boulder, died Apr. 18, 1993 in Boulder Community Hospital. Mr. Pospahala was retired after 39 years with Public Service Company. He was born and raised in Walsenburg and graduated from Huerfano County High School. His father was an electrician in the Walsen Mine. He is survived by his wife, Gayle, Boulder; three children, Kathi LaForte, Denver, Carol Snyder, Longmont and Bob Pospahala, Denver; two grandchildren, three brothers, John, Dallas, TX, Bill, Canon City, and Al, Boulder. Funeral was from Mountain View Methodist Church in Boulder. Pospahala, Susan Alvina Susan Pospahala Huerfano World May 25, 2006 - Susan Alvina (Judiscak) Pospahala, 93, of Canon City, passed away May 20, 2006. She was born February 1, 1913 in Toltec, graduated from St. Mary's High in Walsenburg and attended Barnes Business College in Denver. As a young girl, Susan was an usherette and kept the business records for Red Ash Coal Company until she married William G. Pospahala at age 22 in Walsenburg. Their lives together took them from Walsenburg to Victor, Downey, ID, Westcliffe, until 1966 when they settled in Canon City. Every day evolved around church activities, their ever-growing family and Friday night dancing. She was an active member of St. Michael's Parish, Oblates and various bible study and prayer groups. Toots will be remembered for the twinkle in her eye, her compassion for others and greeting everyone she met with, "God bless you," and, "Have a happy, healthy, holy day." She is survived by her children Georgia Follansbee, Monument, John E. Pospahala, Security, Marilee (Jerry) Lowe, Boise, ID, Tina (Greg) Leger, Ogden, UT, Dorothy Cornwell, Rita (Ron) Trani, Michael (Cindy) Pospahala and James Pospahala all of Pueblo, grandchildren: Kim (AnaMarie) Pedirie, Kip (Georgene) Pedirie, Kenda (Dale) Plate, Scott (Susan) Follansbee, Mark Arnette, Tonja Barnett, Eric (Carrie) Cornwell, Cheri Cornwell, Erin (Angie) Cornwell, Evin Cornwell, Tiffany (Donny) Simoney, Ron (Kristen) Trani, Paul (Lori) Trani, Brittany (Kevin) Linzey, Randal (Sarah) Trani, Jeff (Jennifer) Lowe, Cameron Lowe, Melissa (Lance) Smit, Jessie, Stephen, and Christopher Pospahala, Hillary (Travis) Brechbill, LeighAnn (TJ) Mello, Peter Ledger and 39 great-grandchildren. Susan was preceded in death by her husband William G. Pospahala, Sr., son William G. Pospahala, Jr., and grandchildren Cory and Yvonne Pospahala. Visitation: 4-6 p.m., Thursday, May 25, 2006, at Holt Chapel of the Garden, Canon City. Rosary 9:30 a.m., Friday, May 26 followed by Memorial Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Canon City. Inurnment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Walsenburg. In lieu of flowers, your contribution to St. Michael's Youth Mission or the Gideon's International is appreciated. Arrangements are handled by Holt Family Funeral Home. Pospahala, William G. William G. Pospahala - Huerfano World - October 7, 1999 - William G. Pospahala, 87, died October 3, 1999, in Canon City. A former employee of JC Penney Company and Mike Kalmes Company in Walsenburg, he managed the Penney store in Victor and Downey, ID; managed the Westcliffe Oil Company and drove a milk tanker for Westcliffe Creamery. He worked for JC Penney before retiring. He was married to Susan in St. Mary Catholic Church in Walsenburg 63 years ago. A member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Canon City, he is survived by his wife, Susan, Canon City, his children, Georgia Folansbee, Monument; William G. Pospahala Jr., Victor; John E. Pospahala, Security; Marilee Lowe, Boise, ID; Tina Ledger, Ogden, UT; Dorothy Cornwell, Rita Trani, Michael Pospahala and James Pospahala, all of Pueblo; 26 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; two brothers, John of Dallas, TX, and Al of Boulder; numerous nieces and nephews. Rosary will be recited Thursday (today) October 7 at 9:30 a.m. Memorial mass will be at 10 a.m. today at St. Michael's Church. Graveside service will be in North St. Mary Cemetery in Walsenburg. Pospahala, William G. Jr. William G. Pospahala, Jr. Caρon City Daily Record February 25, 2006 - William G. Jr. Pospahala 67, of Caρon City, died Feb. 23, 2006. He was born Jan. 30, 1939, in Walsenburg to William and Susan Pospahala. He graduated from Custer County High School in Westcliffe and attended Colorado State University in Fort Collins before entering the Army. He was an avid softball player and played second base with the Caρon City Merchants Team at Nationals in 1969. He was employed as a grade-setter for various construction companies and was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers. Mr. Pospahala enjoyed the outdoors and had a keen interest in geology, spending his time staking claims in the Victor Mining District. He was preceded in death by his father, William G. Pospahala Sr., and nephew, Cory Pospahala. He is survived by mother, Susan Pospahala; special partner, Ruby Wandell; brothers and sisters, Georgia Follansbee, Monument, John E. Pospahala, Security, Marilee (Jerry) Lowe, Boise, Idaho, Tina (Greg) Ledger, Ogden, Utah, Dorothy Cornwell, Rita (Ron) Trani, Michael (Cindy) Pospahala and James Pospahala, all of Pueblo; 25 nieces and nephews; and 39 great-nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5?8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, 2006, at Holt Chapel of the Garden. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, followed by Memorial Mass at 1 p.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church with the Rev. James King as Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donate to your local homeless shelter. Arrangements are handled by Holt Family Funeral Home. Post, Edna Edna Post - Victoria Advocate - January 21, 2005 - Victoria, TX - Edna Post, 83, of Beeville, died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005. She was born July 27, 1921, in Trinidad, Colo., to the late Elmer Snyder and Grace G. Kiel. She was a postal clerk in Berclair for 21 years, and credit manager for Montgomery Ward's in Las Vegas, N.M. She was a member of Ladies Auxiliary of A.F.L. and C.I.O. Survivors: daughter, Linda Blackburn of Berclair; brother, Elmer Snyder Jr. of Albuquerque, N.M.; and one grandson. Preceded in death by: husband, Floyd Post. Visitation will be 6-7 p.m. tonight at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. at the funeral home, the Rev. Bill Stockton officiating. Burial will be at Bar J Ranch in Beeville. Galloway & Sons, Beeville, 361-358-2512. Memorials: Bee County Historical Society, Attn: Lena Mary Lacy, 1308 N. St. Mary's, Beeville, Texas 78102. Post, Harold F. Harold F. Post - Pueblo Chieftain - September 09, 1998 - Harold F. Post, 66, passed away Sept. 7, 1998. Survived by his wife, Betty Post, of the family home- children, Diana (David) Tozer and Randall Post, both of Pueblo- three grandchildren- his brother, Edward (Mildred) Post of Littleton- and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father and mother, Ralph and Irene Post. Harold attended school in Salida, Colo. and graduated from Western State in Gunnison, Colo., with a BA degree. He retired as a teacher from School District 60, with most of his teaching years spent at Freed Junior High as an industrial arts teacher. Harold and Betty also own and operate the Alley Post Pawn Shop. Member of Christ the King Church, Model A Club of America and Veteran Motor Club of America. He will lie in state from 1 until 6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 1998, at Christ the King Church, 1708 Horseshoe, with the Rev. Tom Adrians as celebrant. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Research for Small Cell Lung Cancer or American Lung Association through the funeral home. The family will receive friends at Christ the King Parish Hall immediately following the interment. Post, Louisa Louisa Post - Pueblo Chieftain - June 08, 1986 - Louisa Post, Salida, died June 7, 1986. Survived by mother, Lena Peluso, Pueblo; husband, Ernest Post, Salida; daughters, Patricia Waugh, Washington, and Nettie Post, Iowa; sister, Rose Cupelli, Salida. Recitation of the rosary, 8 p.m. Monday. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Tuesday. Both services at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Salida. Interment, Fairview Cemetery, Salida. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Post, Mary Mary Post - Huerfano World - February 3, 1994 - Mary Post, 85, of Glenwood Springs, died Jan. 29, 1994 in Valley View Hospital. Born Sept. 4, 1908 in Canon City to Louis and Frances S. Kopine, she grew up in Walsenburg where she married Alex Ferkovich in 1927. She owned and operated the now historic Lone Pine Inn on old La Veta Pass and Pan Fork Trailer Park in Basalt. She was also involved in several other business ventures throughout the state. She was a member of several boards and a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Glenwood Springs. She enjoyed collecting antiques and baking. She is survived by one daughter, Phyllis Carver, Glenwood Springs; two sons, Alex Ferkovich Jr., Seattle, WA, and Steve Ferkovich, Gainesville, FL; two brothers, Joe Kopine, Walsenburg and Louis Kopine, La Veta; a sister, Alice Snyder, San Francisco, CA, eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral mass was from St. Stephens Catholic Church. Cremation. Burial in southwestern Colorado. Post, William C. William C. Post - Fremont Tribune - July 9, 2004 - Fremont, NE - William C. Post, 61, Beatrice, died Tuesday morning, July 6, 2004, at the Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center. He was born on Aug. 21, 1942, at Beatrice, and lived at Union Center and Liberty before moving to the Beatrice State Developmental Center in 1948. He then lived at Bethphage in Lincoln and returned to Beatrice in November 1987 and resided at Mosaic (Martin Luther Home). He worked in the sheltered workshop in packaging and sorting, and enjoyed listening to his radio. Survivors: sisters, Sylvie Craig and husband Arthur Sr. of Diller, Phyllis Rush and husband Pete of Colorado Springs, Colo., Joyce Saathoff and husband Ernie of Holmesville, Janice Schriber and husband Gene of Austin, Texas, and Susan Burck and husband Larry of Beatrice; brothers, Ralph Post and wife Betty of Wymore, and Dan Post of Lincoln; stepbrother, Jim Lyons of Jansen; stepsister, JoAnne Krotf of Benedict; brother-in-law, Lester Frase of Abilene, Kan.; sister-in-law, Delores Post of Denver, Colo.; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herschel and Jennie (Shores) Post; brother, Robert Post; and a sister, Betty Frase. Memorial service: 3 p.m. Monday, July 12, Mosaic Chapel (Martin Luther Home), Beatrice, Pastor William Jurgens officiating. The body has been cremated and inurnment has taken place in the Liberty Cemetery, Liberty, Neb. There will be no visitation. A guest book for signatures and condolence messages is available online at: www.foxfuneralhome.net. Fox Funeral Home, Beatrice, in charge of arrangements. Poston, Warren Warren Poston - Westland News - September 18, 1919 - Warren Poston, 14, accidentally shot and killed himself while hunting ducks on a lake one and a half miles east of Stoneham. The youth had separated from two companions a few minutes before and was crawling across a ledge when his gun exploded. Poteet, Franklin Franklin Poteet - Pueblo Chieftain - April 2, 1986 - Franklin Poteet, 72, of Peachtree City, Ga., and formerly of Pueblo, died March 31, 1986. Survived by wife, Mina M. Poteet, three daughters, and five grandchildren. Memorial service 8:30 p.m. Wednesday from the Chapel of Barronton and Lee. Poteet, Howard M. Howard M. Poteet - Pueblo Chieftain - February 17, 1998 - Howard M. Poteet, 87, of Canon City, died Feb. 13, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Ethel M. "Snooks"- his daughter, Charla Joanne Harris, both of Canon City- granddaughters, Kellie Rixse of Anchorage, Alaska and Kim Tapscott of Coatesville, Pa.- and brother, James W. (Frances) Poteet of Canon City. The owner of the Otero Lumber Co. and the Lindsay Soft Water Service in La Junta, he sold those businesses in 1978 and 1979. In 1993, he and his wife moved to Canon City where they have lived since. He was twice past master of the Euclid Masonic Lodge No. 64 in La Junta, Al Kaly Shrine, Jesters, the Lions Clubs and Elks Clubs in both La Junta and Canon City, District Leader of the Boy Scouts of America and Shadow Hills Golf Club. In 1958 he organized the Al Kaly Shrine Oriental Band and it still exists. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the United Presbyterian Church. The service will conclude at the church. Those wishing may make contributions to the Crippled Children's Hospital through the Wilson-Andrews office. Potestio, Elmer Eugene Elmer Eugene "Gene" Potestio - Pueblo Chieftain - January 13, 2002 - Born Dec. 9, 1929, in Pueblo, Colo. Preceded in death by parents, Emilio and Jennie Potestio; and sisters, Eleanor Aberton and Gloria Zeman. Survived by wife, Marilyn; son, Rick; granddaughter, Krysta; brothers and sisters, Louise Schauer, Edward (JoAnn) Potestio, Alberta (Sam) Consonero, Emily (Butch) Hughes, Bill Potestio, Dan Potestio and numerous nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins. Gene loved to play golf and was an avid Bronco fan. He served in the U.S. Navy, was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and retired from the auto salvage business. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Visitation, 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Monday at George McCarthy Historic Chapel followed by funeral service at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Danny Bryant officiating. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association, Pueblo COPD Research through the funeral home office. Potestio, Kathleen M. Kathleen M. Potestio - Pueblo Chieftain - September 23, 2001 - Kathleen M. Potestio, 64, of North Hills, Calif., passed away Sept. 20, 2001. Preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Justine Potestio. Survived by brothers, Vincent (Carol), Eugene (Betty); sister, Diane Potestio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Kathleen taught the deaf for 20 years in the Los Angeles area. She also was very active in the deaf community. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at George McCarthy Funeral Home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sacred Heart Church of Avondale, with burial at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Church of Avondale in her memory. Potestio, Mildred M. Mildred M. Potestio - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 2001 - Mildred M. Potestio, 91, passed away Oct. 26, 2001. Survived by her children, Jim (Ethelyn) Potestio and Joan Potestio, all of Pueblo; sisters, Sylvia (John) Greco, Rose Pullaro, Leona Vernon, Sadie (Dan) Tishma, all of Pueblo; sister-in-law, Christine Mikulas of Pueblo; and the Thomas DeNiro Sr. family. Also survived by grandchildren, Mary (Rich) Lane and Mindy (Clay Ranson) Potestio, all of Pueblo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, John Kale Potestio; parents, Mike and Frances (nee DeNiro) Marcovecchio; sisters, Esther Sanders, Jane Pullara and Nell Yeagley. Born Jan. 10, 1910, in Pueblo, and was a lifelong Pueblo resident. She and her late husband owned and operated the K & M Grocery on Goat Hill for 34 years. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed helping Mary and Mindy at the Wooden Spoon and Seabel's Gourmet Shop. Member of Christ the King Church. Private graveside service will be held at Roselawn Cemetery, followed by a memorial Mass at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 29, 2001, at Christ the King Church, 1708 Horseshoe Drive, with the Rev. Thomas Adrians as celebrant. Those who desire may make memorials to the Centennial High School Foundation or the Christ the King Church building fund, through the funeral home. Potestio, Olga Lucia Iacini Olga Lucia Iacini Potestio - Pueblo Chieftain - October 25, 1997 - Olga Lucia Iacini Potestio, passed away Oct. 22, 1997. Preceded in death by her husband, Michele Potestio, Dec. 1, 1982, with whom she celebrated 49 years of marriage. Mrs. Potestio was born in Grimaldi, Italy and had resided in the United States since 1946. Survived by her children, Mary Jo (Bill) Jersin, Portland, Ore., Anthony (Deanne) Potestio, M.D., Denver, Colo., and John (Pamela) Potestio, Pueblo, Colo. Grandmother of William M. Jersin, 1st Lt. John B. (Shirley) Potestio Jr., John A. Jersin, Michael Potestio, Allysa Potestio and Joshua Potestio. Sister-in-law of John B. Potestio, Francesca Potestio and Maria Mauro. Daughter of Bonaventura and Serafina Iacini. She is also survived by numerous cousins in Grimaldi, Italy. Mrs. Potestio was a member of St. Therese Church parish, Vineland, Colo., and the Altar and Rosary Society. Funeral Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Therese Church, Vineland, Colo. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to St. Anthony's Orphanage in Italy through the funeral home office. Potestio, Richard E. Richard "Rick" E. Potestio - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 2006 - Richard "Rick" E. Potestio, 51, born Sept. 19, 1954, passed away April 15, 2006. Preceded in death by his father, Gene Potestio. Survived by his daughters, Krysta Potestio and Danon Gallegos; mother, Marilyn Potestio; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Known by the nickname "Cro," he will be sadly missed by many close friends. Rick graduated from East High School in 1973, and worked for Overhead Garage Door for 30 years. Memorial Mass, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Christ the King Catholic Church. The family will greet friends and family in the church hall following services. Contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or Frontier Hospice in Rick's memory. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Potman, Elizabeth C. Elizabeth C. Potman - Denver Rocky Mountain News - January 28, 2004 - Elizabeth C. (Morelli) Potman. Survived by four children. Beloved sister of Rose (Ed) Dominguez of Denver, Charles Morelli and family of Phoenix, AZ. Beloved aunt of Carol Vaughn and Connie Apodaca of Denver, Marlene Menghini of Walsenburg, CO and other numerous nieces and nephews. Niece of Sara Fabian of Trinidad, CO. Cousin of Clara Glorioso and Rose Carla Philpot of Trinidad. Recitation of the Rosary followed by Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday January 28 beginning at 11 a.m. at the Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary. Interment later at Trinidad Catholic Cemetery in Trinidad, CO. Potoker, Agnes T. Agnes T. Potoker - Pueblo Chieftain - May 16, 2006 - Agnes T. Potoker passed away May 14, 2006, in Pueblo. Agnes was born Nov. 18, 1918, in Pueblo County, one of six children to Patrick and Bridget McCarthy. She was a member of the Eagles and along with her husband, Frank, thoroughly enjoyed the Polka Club. Agnes was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Frank Potoker Sr.; siblings, Mike McCarthy, Mary Provost, Tom McCarthy, Joe McCarthy and Margaret Fountain. Her survivors include her son, Frank (Sharon) Potoker Jr.; granddaughters, Samantha, Robin and Jessica; great-grandchildren, Adam, Hadley and Cullen; as well as several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mrs. Potoker will lie in state, noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, May 18, 2006, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 225 Michigan, with father Ron Roche as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends at 2529 Fourth Ave. following the interment. Potoker, Frank H. Sr. Frank H. Potoker Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - December 05, 2004 - Frank H. Potoker Sr. passed away Dec. 2, 2004, in Pueblo. Frank was born in Pueblo on Aug. 28, 1917, one of five children to Louis and Johanna Potoker. Frank was employed as a truck driver at the CF&I Steel Mill for many years before his retirement. He was a member of the Eagles and along with his wife Agnes, thoroughly enjoyed the Polka Club. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Joe and Louis; sister, Jane and; daughter, Judith Sanders. His survivors include his wife, Agnes; son, Frank (Sharon) Potoker Jr. of Pueblo; sister, Rose Papez of Pueblo; his grandchildren, Samantha, Robin and Jessica; his great-grandchildren, Adam, Hadley and Cullen; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mr. Potoker will lie in state from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday at the mortuary. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004, in the St. Patrick Catholic Church, 225 Michigan. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends at 2529 Fourth Ave. following the interment. Potter, Carson Joseph Carson Joseph Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - June 07, 2006 - Carson Joseph Potter, June 4, 2006, infant child of Joseph and Andrea Potter of Pueblo West; also survived by grandparents, Jerry and Marla Messman, Fort Collins, David and Cathy Potter, Omaha, Neb.; sisters, Madelynn and Claire Potter; and numerous aunts, uncles, and great-grandparents. Service, 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 9, 2006, Ascension Episcopal Church, 18th and Grand avenues, with the Rev. Dr. Ephraim Radner officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Collins. Potter, Gracie Roxy Precious Gracie Roxy Precious Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - December 08, 2005 - Gracie Roxy Precious Potter, 4 months old. Born July 6, 2005, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 3, 2005, in Canon City, Colo., to go home with God and her Grandpa John Lucero. Also preceded by her great-grandma, Reba Potter. Gracie is survived by her mother, Sonya Potter; her brother, Johnathan Potter; grandparents, Darren and Dianne Potter; great-grandparents, Clara Lucero, Luis Ortiz and Verlin Potter; great-great-grandma, Josephine Zupancic; uncles, Bobby Lucero and Chris Lucero; aunt, Roxanne Ortiz. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Our little precious "Punky" had a beautiful smile that made everybody smile. She always had a unique way with her brother, Johnny. Our precious little angel surely is missed and will remain in our hearts forever. Scripture service, 10 a.m. Friday, Angelus Chapel, with the Rev. Ron Roche officiating. Interment, Imperial. Potter, John John Potter - Albuquerque Journal September 25, 2006 - John Potter, 89, born January 7, 1917 in Sheboygan, WI. Died September 20, 2006 in Pueblo, CO. Founder of Potter Form & Tie in Rockford, IL. Moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1970 where he opened two Bed and Bath Fashion Shops. World War II veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Johanna deVriend and Marinus Potter. Survived by John (Janice) Potter, David (Dorothy) Potter, Melanie (John) Tappen, Stephanie (Chris) Kendrick. Grumpy Grandpa was beloved by eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service to be held in San Antonio, TX. Potter, Kelly Kelly Potter Colorado Springs Gazette September 18, 1993 Pueblo Man Pleads Guilty in Death Navy recruiter Jon Hughes, 30, of Pueblo pleaded guilty Wednesday to vehicular homicide as a result of a traffic accident near Penrose that killed one person and seriously injured two others. Hughes' plea-bargain included dropping a second charge of vehicular homicide and dismissal of a vehicular assault charge. The bargain also limits prison time to a maximum eight years. Hughes had been drinking prior to the accident. Killed in the crash last December was Kelly Potter, 24, of Pueblo. Injured were Rachel England and Greg Howard of Canon City. Sentencing is set for Sept. 28. Potter, Marvin E. Marvin E. Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - May 20, 2004 - Marvin E. Potter passed away May 18, 2004, in Pueblo. Marvin was born in Pueblo on May 17, 1925, to David H. and Violet Mace Potter. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII in the European Theatre. Marvin was an active member of the BPO Elks No. 90 in Pueblo. He was preceded in death by his parents; sons, Charles and Mike; a grandson, Mike Abeyta; and his sister, Leila Bemis. Marvin is survived by his wife, Winona of the family home; children, Jack (Betty) Potter of Denver, William (Sue) Hoggatt of California, Patty (Bob) Schermer of California, Judy (Jack) Gibson of Pueblo, Mary (Jim) McCully of California, Donna Williams of Colorado Springs, Barbara (Joe) Briseno of California, Sharon Courtney of Denver, and Frances Pugh of Denver; brothers, Dave (Carol) Potter of Howard, Tom (Judy) of California, Ken (Sharon) of Colorado Springs; sisters, Colleen (John) Rhoades and Lena Brown both of California; as well as a host of other relatives and friends. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 21, 2004, in the BPO Elks Lodge, Fifth and Sante Fe. The family respectfully requests that no food or flowers be sent. Donations in memory of Marvin may be made to the Elks Endowment Fund. Potter, Michael Michael Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - July 26, 2000 - Michael Potter, passed away unexpectedly on July 22, 2000, in Pueblo. Michael was born in Pueblo on Oct. 23, 1962. He is survived by his mother, Geraldine Smith; father, Marvin (Winona) Potter; sons, Michael and Joseph Potter; daughter, Marie (Victor) Tutterow; a grandson, Zander Tutterow; brothers, Jack (Betty) Potter, Charles Potter; sisters, Sharon Courtney and Frances Pugh; as well as nieces, nephews and many friends. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held today, July 26, 2000, at 2 p.m. in the Full Gospel Christian Assembly, 1101 E. Seventh, Pueblo. Potter, Rachel S. Rachel S. Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - July 10, 1999 - Davis Rachel S. Potter passed away July 6, 1999, in Pueblo. Rachel was born April10, 1984, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and had lived in Fountain, Colo., where she attended public schools before moving to Pueblo this summer. Rachel is survived by her mother, Vera (Vance Steele) Specht of Pueblo West- her father, Royston Potter of Utah- her sisters, Sarah, Rebecca and Ruth- as well as four grandparents and numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives. Visitation will be held at the mortuary from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, and from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Monday. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 12, 1999, in the Davis Memorial Chapel with Pastor Ron Jones officiating. Potter, Ralph Ralph Potter - La Veta Advertiser December 17, 1898 - Last Monday the remains of Ralph Potter son of Mr. And Mrs. George Potter, aged 2 years and 3 months were interred in the La Veta Cemetery. Reverend C. M. Green officiated. The little one died in Pueblo on Saturday of croup and the body was brought to La Veta where Mr. And Mrs. Potter resided for some time previous to removing to Pueblo. Mrs. Potter is the daughter of Mrs. McClure. Potter, Robert K. Robert K. Potter Pueblo Indicator February 5, 1944 R. K. Potter, Prominent Puebloan Died Robert K. Potter, a resident of Pueblo since 1892, passed away in Sacramento, Calif., January 24, at the ripe old age of 92. Of a quiet and friendly disposition, he had many friends here who admired his character and his enterprise in the promotion of plans that added to the progress and prosperity of the city. One of his chief enterprises was the opening up of the Turkey Creek Stone, Clay and Gypsum quarry at Stone City, and the part he took in the building of the Colorado-Kansas railroad to the quarries. His survivors include three sons, Robert of Denver, Chandler of California, and William of Colorado. He has 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren living in Pueblo. Potter, Ruth E. Ruth E. Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - February 2000 - Ruth E. Potter, 94, passed away Feb. 20, 2000. She was born on Sept. 27, 1905, in McCook, Neb. to Phineas and Mary (Bowen) Potter, who preceded her in death. Ruth received X-ray training in Denver, then came to Pueblo in 1930 and worked for CF&I emergency services for 21 years, from where she retired in 1971. She was also employed by private physicians in Pueblo. Ms. Potter was a member of the Bishop's Guild, member of Sacred Heart Cathedral Altar and Rosary Society, charter member and past president of Pilot Club, past president of The Colorado Society of X-Ray Technicians. Rosary, 9 a.m. Wednesday, followed by a funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m., Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made to Burse for Education of New Priests, of a charity of the donor's choice, through George McCarthy Funeral Home. Potter, Velda Naomi Velda Naomi Potter - Pueblo Chieftain - September 12, 1987 - Velda Naomi Potter passed away Thursday, Sept. 10, 1987, at a local nursing home. Survived by husband, Merle A. Potter, of the family home; daughter, Marylin Czel, and grandson, Michael Czel, both of Pueblo. Born Aug. 2, 1910, in Ames, Iowa. Resident of Colorado City for 11 years. Former resident of El Monte, Calif. Cremation by request of Mrs. Potter. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery, Glendale, Calif. Potthoff, Joseph C. Joseph C. Potthoff - Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 2002 - Joseph C. Potthoff passed away in Durango, Colo. On Oct. 27, 2002, after a full life of 88 years, Joe joined his departed parents; a brother, Duke; daughters, Mary and Melanie; and many friends. He is survived and mourned by his wife and partner of 62 years, Frances of Durango, Colo. Also, his children, Carol Bynum of Durango, Colo., Joe L. Potthoff of Bayfield, Colo., and Sandra Knight of Westcliffe, Colo. His grandchildren are James Hobby of Denver, Colo., Shanda Moon of Layton, Utah, and Barrette Potthoff of Bayfield, Colo., and a great-grandson, Kieron Moon of Layton, Utah. Joe was born and raised in Peru, Ill., where he and his parents and brother enjoyed great fishing trips to Wisconsin. He graduated from high school, worked at Westclox clock factory, and married Frances Bedenko in 1940 in Peru, Ill. During the war, he worked in the shipyards. In 1951, Joe and Fran and the three oldest children moved to Pueblo, where he worked as a draftsman for Colorado Fuel & Iron Corp. (CF&I). In 1959, he bought a ranch in the Junkins Park area near Westcliffe, Colo., where he raised quarter horses and commuted to work in Pueblo. For 33 years, the family enjoyed fishing, hiking and horseback riding in a beautiful setting. In 1992, Joe and Fran moved to Bayfield and in 1999 to Durango. Joe loved fishing, horses, the beautiful Colorado mountains and was an avid Denver Broncos fan. Two of his prized possessions were a picture of John Elway and the Pope shaking hands, and a signed napkin by John Elway that said "Happy Birthday, Joe." Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2002, at Our Lady of Assumption Church in Westcliffe, Colo. Interment will follow at Ula Cemetery in Westcliffe. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of Mercy Hospital, 375 E. Park Ave., Durango, CO 81302. Pottorff, Anna May Anna May Pottorff - Pueblo Chieftain - August 19, 1986 - Anna May Pottorff, 88, passed away at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital on Aug. 17, 1986. Mrs. Pottorff is preceded in death by her husband, Harry A. Pottorff in 1973; parents, John and Alice Sollee; sister, Mary Russler; brothers, William, Audie, Walter, Wesley, Everett, Olvie, and Clarence Sollee. Mrs. Pottorff is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was born in Crofton, Ky., on April 20, 1898, and was a Pueblo resident most of her life. Visitation hours from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. today at Imperial Funeral Home. Service at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, 1986, at Imperial Chapel with Pastor Thomas J. Janoski officiating. Interment, Sunrise Slope, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to Avondale United Methodist Church through the funeral home office. Pottorff, Sue T. Sue T. Pottorff - Huerfano World - March 29, 1990 - Former Walsenburg resident, Sue T. Pottorff died on her 74th birthday, Sunday, Mar. 25, 1990, in Pueblo, where she had lived the past several years. Mrs. Pottorff graduated from Huerfano County High School and Adams State College in Alamosa. For several years she was a social worker and teacher in both Colorado and later California. She retired after 40 years in 1982. She was a life member of Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary #39, past chapter and Colorado Department Commander, Territorial Daughters of Colorado and St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Marsh Pottorff, Pueblo; a stepson Earl Pottorff, Savannah, NY; a sister, Julian T. Trujillo, Pueblo; two step-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral mass was Tuesday from St. Francis Xavier Church in Pueblo. Rosary was Wednesday from St. Mary Church in Walsenburg. Burial was in Huerfano Masonic Cemetery. The family may be contacted at 1715 E. Routt Or 1313 Joliet, Pueblo. Potts, Ben E. Ben E. Potts - Huerfano World - November 7, 2008 - The Huerfano Journal - November 6, 2008 - Ben E. Potts, 83, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2008 at his residence. He was born on November 12, 1924, in Wichita Falls, TX to the late Calvin E. and Elizabeth H. Andrews Potts. On June 19, 1949, he married Bonnie Faye Todd Potts, who passed away on November 3, 1990. He married Carolina Gilig Potts on January 7, 1999. Ben is survived by wife Carolina and son Cy Ben Potts of the family home, Scott (Debi) Potts of Fort Wayne, IN, Bonnie (Calvin) Hamler of Colorado City, CO, and Todd (Sue) Potts of Walsenburg, CO, grandchildren Calvin B (Wendy) Hamler, Christopher Hamler, Amber (Randy) Balenseifen, Mark and Jaimee Potts, Megan (Jacob) Furnish, and Brian, Aaron, and Brad Potts, great-grandchildren Morgan and Jack Hamler, Olivia Potts, Claire Furnish and unknown baby Hamler. Ben was proud to serve in the U.S. Navy from 1943-1946 during WWII. He was a local rancher all his life, and friend to many. The funeral service will be held at Boies-Ortega Funeral Home, Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 1 p.m. Potts, Bonnie Faye Bonnie Faye Potts - Huerfano World - November 8, 1990 - Bonnie Faye Potts, 61, of Walsenburg, died at her ranch home Saturday afternoon, November 3, 1990, after an illness of seven months. Born in Walsenburg January 28, 1929, to the late Rudolph and Martha Marshall Todd, she was reared in Walsenburg and educated in the local schools, graduating from Walsenburg High School. She attended the University of Colorado and a beauty school in Pueblo, then working for a short time as a beauty operator. She married Ben C. Potts June 19, 1949 and they operated a ranch, living a few years in the Rye area. When her mother-in-law retired, she operated Beth's Flower and Beauty Shop for several years until it was sold to the Omers. Since then she had spent fulltime on the ranch. Survivors include her husband Ben; three children, Scott Potts, Colorado Springs, Bonnie Beth Hamler, Colorado City, and Todd Potts, Walsenburg; two sisters, Ruth Ann Harrison and Martha Bak, both of Walsenburg; a brother, Rudolph Todd, Arvada, nine grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service was Wednesday from Boies Almont Memorial Chapel. Private burial in the Potts Family Cemetery. Potts, Calvin Erby Calvin Erby Potts - Huerfano World - January 7, 1982 - Calvin Erby Potts, 83, of Walsenburg, died at Walsenburg Care Center, Sunday, Jan. 3, 1981. Mr. Potts had lived at the Center since suffering a stroke in September, 1980. Born at Clear Creek, Sevier County, AR, Mar. 28, 1898, he left Arkansas with his family as an infant to live in Eastern Texas. As a young man he lived at Wichita Falls, TX, and was in the ranching business. He married Elizabeth "Beth" F. Andrews Nov. 15, 1923, in Archer City, TX. In 1954 the Pottses came to Huerfano County and purchased a ranch located on the southeast side of Greenhorn Mountain. He later expanded to own land on both sides of 1-25 north of Walsenburg. Mr. Potts was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and the Colorado Cattlemen's Association. He is survived by his wife, Beth, Walsenburg; a son, Ben, also of Walsenburg; a sister, Helen Potts, Wichita Falls, TX, three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held Thursday (today) at 2 p.m. at Boies Almont Chapel, with the Rev. Jim Ballard officiating. Burial will be in Masonic Cemetery. Boies Almont is in charge of arrangements. Potts, David F. David F. Potts - Pueblo Chieftain - February 03, 1986 - David F. Potts, 86, of 106 S. 10th died Sunday, Feb. 2, 1986, at Sanhaven Nursing Home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel. Interment, Fairmount Cemetery. Visitation, 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, and 9 a.m. to service time Thursday. Potts, Dora Lou Dora Lou Roe Potts - Huerfano World - October 18, 2001 - Dora Lou Roe Potts, 86, of St. Charles, MO, died Oct. 11, 2001 at Parkside Meadows in St. Charles. Mrs. Potts was born Aug. 23, 1915 in Davidson, OK. She was a music teacher for 16 years with the Phillip, TX, Unified School District. She was named the "Most Useful Woman of the Year 1957" in Frederick, OK, served as church organist for more than 30 years, was a voice teacher for more than 25 years, was a violinist and was a high school assistant choral director. She was preceded in death by her first husband, W.G. "Bill" Roe Jr.; second husband, Walter Potts; father, Robert Lark Case; and mother Fern Alberta North. She is survived by her son, Glen (Georgia) Roe, St. Charles, MO; step-son, Warren (Georgia) Potts, Lodi, CA; daughter Lark (Mike) Edminster, Montesano, WA; daughter, Merle (Virgil) Carter, Chaddsford PA, seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild, five step-grandchildren and six step-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Services were held Oct. 15 at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Dr., St. Charles, MO. There will be a memorial service in celebration of her life during the summer of 2002 in Cuchara, with the date to be announced later. Potts, Homer Oscar Homer Oscar Potts - Huerfano World - November 29, 2001 - This Week in La Veta History - 1951: Died, Homer Oscar Potts, who lived here most of his life. He was born in Missouri in 1881. He is survived by his daughter Mrs. Rollie Lehman. [Editor's Note: Homer Potts died November 24, 1951. Obituary listed World Independent, November 26, 1951, Page 12.] Potts, Westley Franklin Westley Franklin Potts - Cortez Journal August 11, 2006 - Westley Franklin Potts, age 86 and longtime Mancos rancher, lumberman and miner, passed away peacefully at his home in Webber Canyon on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006, following a brief illness. His special friend, Loretta Hall of Mancos, his son, James, and sister-in-law, Bernice, were with him. A memorial service by the Mancos VFW Post is being planned for the latter part of September. Westley was born on April 21, 1920, in Walsenburg, Colo., to Charles Calvin Potts and Zelle Louise Groomer Potts. He graduated from Mancos High School in 1938 and joined the U.S. Navy that fall. Boatswain's Mate Second Class Potts was the gun captain for the number three 14-inch gun in the number four turret on the Battleship USS Oklahoma when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on Dec. 7, 1941. Westly was a life member of the John Derrick Halls Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5231 and was active in community efforts to restore the old Mancos Opera House. Westly is survived by his sister, Nadine Charlotte Ferris of Centennial, Colo.; sister-in-law, Bernice Curtis Potts of Mancos; sons, Charles Franklin Potts of Deatsville, Ala. and James Westley Potts of Mancos; and daughters-in-law, Bettye Jo McDaniel Potts of Deatsville, Ala. and Carol McCarty Potts of Mancos. Westly had three grandchildren; the eldest, Elizabeth Annette Potts, is married to Thomas James Whitman of Millbrook, Ala.; and the two younger grandchildren, John Westley and Lora Ann Potts, are both of Mancos. In addition, Westley had two great-grandchildren, Mary Katherine Dorough and Annamarie Paige Whitman, both of Millbrook, Ala. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Zelle Potts; his wife of 59 years, Lena Annette DeFelice; daughter-in-law, Margaret Walker Potts of Deatsville, Ala.; and a brother, William Groomer Potts, who had returned to Mancos after Hurricane Katrina destroyed his home in Slidell, La. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ertel Funeral Home. Poulos, Ruby Lee Ruby Lee Poulos - Pueblo Chieftain - February 12, 2002 - Age 68, of Canon City, died Feb. 9, 2002. She was born Nov. 24, 1933, to Delmer C. Fowler and Pauline (Erickson) Fowler in Walsh, Colo. She owned and operated Ruby's Red Carpet Service in Pueblo for 11 years. She enjoyed crocheting beautiful afghans and dolls for her family and friends. Mrs. Poulos lived in the Canon City area since 1992. She married Sylvestro "Crow" Poulos on Jan. 8, 1966, in Pueblo. She is survived by her husband; mother; son, Randy (Shelley) Croft; daughter, Kaye (Rick) Taullie; sister, Esther Jackson; brother, Don (Sharon) Fowler; brothers-in-law, Tom (Helen) Poulos and Pete (Mary Anne) Poulos; grandchildren, Aaron (Kelin) Croft, Adam Croft, Jesse Croft, Vicky (Kurt) Ward, Jason (Brenda) Taullie and Dustin Taullie; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. Her father preceded her in death. Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2002, at Mountain Vale Memorial Park. Please omit flowers and food. Pound, John L. John L. Pound Pueblo Chieftain - November 13, 1947 - John L. Pound of 801 W. 24th St., local hospital, Wednesday. Husband of Mrs. Bess C. Pound, father of Mrs. R.L. (Jeane) Tedter, Boulder, Colo., and David Allen Pound, a student at Colorado College. Brother of Mrs. C.E. Kenney, Denver, Colorado. Member of the First Methodist church, and American Legion, Post No. 2 having served in the First World War as sergeant with a machine gun company. Mr. Pound was a teacher in Centennial high school where he had served the past 27 years. Services Rouch chapel Friday at 3 p.m. with Rev. William E. Bell, pastor of the First Methodist church officiating. Interment will be made on the family plot in Valhalla memorial park. Pounds, David Lynn David Lynn Pounds - Pueblo Chieftain - September 22, 2005 - David Lynn Pounds, 52, passed away Sept. 20, 2005. Survived by his sons, David (Kim) Pounds Jr. and Dwayne Pounds; mother, Dorothy Hemingway; ex-wife, Cheryl Barter; grandchildren, Brandone and Taisa; brothers, Richard (Jean) Pounds, Henry Norman Pounds Jr. and Brian Rael; and nephew, Henry "Hank" Pounds III. Preceded in death by his father, Henry N. Pounds Sr.; and uncle, Dorman Edger Pounds. As per his request, there will be no viewing or services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Pounds, Edgar Dorman Edgar Dorman Pounds - Pueblo Chieftain - May 26, 2001 - Edgar Dorman Pounds, 76, passed away May 25, 2001, in Pueblo. Born June 14, 1924, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, to Willie and Ethel Pounds who preceded him in death, along with an infant daughter, Donna Kay; his twin brother, Henry; and older brother, William "Billy" Pounds. Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Charlene Pounds; children, Judy (Ross) Weaver, Denise (Leonard) Schwalm and Michael (Karen) Pounds. Grandchildren, Jason (Simone), Sarah, Joshua, Nathan, Amy, Emily and Sidney. Also survived by great-granddaughter, Saja; sister, Virginia (Richard) Yates; and numerous nieces and nephews. Edgar retired from the CF&I in 1984 with 34 years of service. Edgar enjoyed his wife's unconditional love and dedication, the faces and voices of his children and grandchildren. Edgar had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed good food, watching boxing, country music, nature and interacting with people. The family wishes to thank Dr. John Bagale and his nurse Frances, Parkview Home Health Care, Hazel, Connie and Susan and Hospice Caregivers, Stella, Liz, Elouise, Grace, Ray and Stewart. Upon his request, cremation has taken place with a memorial service set for 2 p.m. Wednesday at George McCarthy Historic Chapel. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in his memory. Pounds, Kenneth A. Kenneth A. Pounds - Pueblo Chieftain - February 14, 2002 - Passed away Feb. 12, 2002, in Pueblo. Kenny was born in Smith County, Kan., on May 1, 1913, to Louis and Hanna Pounds. Ken moved to this area with his family as a child. He graduated from Rye High School and maintained the family farm in Rye the rest of his life. He was also employed in the CF&I Steel Mill for 42 years before retiring in 1976. He was a member of Huerfano Lodge No. 27 AF&AM and the Order of Eastern Star in Walsenburg, a charter member and first Worshipful Master of Greenhorn Valley Lodge No. 196 AF&AM in Colorado City. He belonged to the Southern Colorado Scottish Rite Bodies and the Al Kaly Shrine in Pueblo. Kenny loved old cars and antiques and was nearing completion of a restoration project of a Model "A." Mr. Pounds was preceded in death by his wife, Maggie Belle, in 1969; and his sisters, Betty Painter, Elma Pounds and Gerry Lockwood. He is survived by his children, Mike (JoAnne) Pounds of Pueblo, Claudia (Bill) Houghton of Denver, Penny (Ed) Carlson and Donna (Butch) Dodge, both of Rye; his close companion, Julia Smith; sisters, Phyllis Peterson, Mary Park, Maxine Albrecht, all of California, Billie Brink of Pennsylvania, Bonnie Mitchell of Oklahoma; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Pounds will lie in state at the mortuary from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. today and at the church in Rye on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until service time. Funeral service will be held on Friday, Feb. 15, 2002, at 11 a.m. in the Rye Home Methodist Church. Interment with Masonic burial rites will follow in the Brookside Cemetery in Rye. Donations in memory of Kenny may be made to the Rye Home Methodist Church. Povala, Pedro Pedro Povala Pueblo Indicator May 22, 1915 Train Hits Handcar; One Killed Pueblo Pedro Povala was instantly killed and nine other Mexican section hands were injured when Colorado & Southern passenger No. 3, Denver bound, crashed into their handcar at the Martin street crossing, Irving place. Powell, Annie G. Annie G. Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - November 1978 - Funeral services for Mrs. Annie G. Powell, 96, will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at La Veta Baptist Church. Burial will be in La Veta Cemetery. Mrs. Powell died Nov. 1, 1978, at Colorado State Nursing Home in Trinidad, where she had lived the past few years. She was born Feb. 5, 1882, in Devonshire, England and came to the United States about 1887 and to La Veta in 1889. She was married to Frank B. Powell on December 5, 1926. He died in 1960. Surviving are two sons, Bert R. Powell of Downey Calif., and James Lee Powell of Oaks Harbor, Wash. Powell, Charles Charles Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - April 7, 1936 - Charles Powell, services our chapel Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. Rev. R. J. Steed will officiate. Interment Roselawn. Pueblo Chieftain - April 8, 1936 - Charles Powell, services or chapel 3:30 p.m. this (Wednesday) afternoon. Rev. Elmer Hedges of Park Hill Christian church will officiate. To Roselawn. Powell, Elizabeth Elizabeth Powell - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - July 4, 1913 - An automobile accident between Palo Alto and San Jose, Cal., cost the lives of six persons, all members of three generations of one family. The dead: Colonel Robert Powell, eighty-five; Mrs. Elizabeth Powell, his wife, seventy-three; John Powell, son of Colonel Powell, thirty-six; Mrs. Sallie Powell, his wife, thirty-two; Ethel M. Powell, daughter, twelve; John Robert Powell, son, aged ten months. Powell, Ethel M. Ethel M. Powell - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - July 4, 1913 - An automobile accident between Palo Alto and San Jose, Cal., cost the lives of six persons, all members of three generations of one family. The dead: Colonel Robert Powell, eighty-five; Mrs. Elizabeth Powell, his wife, seventy-three; John Powell, son of Colonel Powell, thirty-six; Mrs. Sallie Powell, his wife, thirty-two; Ethel M. Powell, daughter, twelve; John Robert Powell, son, aged ten months. Powell, Frank Frank Powell - Pueblo Chieftain- July 24, 1960 - Frank Powell, June 23. To Walsenburg, Colo. Powell, George George Powell Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain June 5, 1879 On the 29th day of May, in South Pueblo, of pneumonia, George Powell died, aged 54 years. Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain June 5, 1879 By an obituary notice published in another column under the proper heading, it will be seen that Mr. Geo. Powell, a brother of Mrs. Jeremiah Hogan, of South Pueblo, died at the residence of his sister on Thursday last. The deceased was an exemplary man in every sense of the word. He was born in the county of Tipperary, Ireland, and came to America in 1849, and to this state in 1860. He was well and favorably known in Colorado, where he had a host of friends. The funeral will take place this afternoon. The friends of the diseased and Mr. Hogan's family are invited to attend. Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain June 5, 1879 The funeral of Mr. George Powell, on Sunday last, was very well attended considering that he was not very extensively known in the city. The funeral service was performed by Father Gubitosi, at the Catholic church, after which he accompanied the cortege to the grave, where the funeral services of the dead were read. Mrs. Hogan, the sister of the deceased, has the sympathy of her many friends in her affliction. George Powell - Central City Daily Register-Call - May 31, 1879 - George Powell, a former resident of Central, died at South Pueblo, last Wednesday. Mr. Powell was an uncle of Mr. James Hogan, of this city. Powell, Harriett E. Harriett E. Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - February 21, 2001 - Age 99, formerly of 1014 E. 9th St. and more recently of Denver, passed away on Feb. 19, 2001, in Denver. Service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, 2001, in the Mountain View Chapel Mausoleum. Pueblo Chieftain February 23, 2001 Service, 3 p.m. Saturday at the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Please note service location change. Concluding services at Mountain View Cemetery. Powell, Huston Ray Huston Ray Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - May 02, 2000 - Huston Ray Powell passed away April 30, 2000. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carlos Houston and Nell Powell, and brothers, The Rev. William Powell and Lewis "Bit" Powell. Survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Jackie Powell; son, Huston Ray (Vonny) Powell Jr.; brother, Paul (Lee) Powell, Tennessee; sisters, Ann Brown, Georgia, and Linda Thomas, Tennessee; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is best remembered as the deacon of the Southern Baptist Church; the past commander of Minnequa Post No. 3641 and a security guard for Titan Shield for the past 10 years. He will be remembered as a loving, dedicated husband and father and for having a very kind and generous heart. Funeral service, 11 a.m. today at the First Southern Baptist Church. Interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Military honors at graveside by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Powell, J. L. J. L. Powell - Huerfano World - April 23, 1992 - This Week in La Veta History - 1920: Died, J.L. Powell, 86, a Civil War veteran. He leaves sons John, James, Walter and Frank and a daughter, Mrs. Al Coleman. Powell, Jacqyln Joan Jacqyln Joan Mosley Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - July 03, 2003 - Jacqyln Joan Mosley Powell, 66, passed away June 28, 2003, in Pembroke Pines, Fla. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years, Huston "Ray" Powell Sr., April 30, 2000. Also preceded in death by parents, Robert (Opal) Mosley. She is survived by her son, Dr. Huston (Vonny) Powell Jr.; brothers, Robert (Mickey) Mosley, Joe (Ann) Mosley, Don (Sue) Mosley; and sister Deanna Mosley. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jackie resided in Pueblo for 42 years. She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church and a very active, life member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post No. 3641. She served as conductress, flag bearer and a guard for the auxiliary as well as a past District 2 conductress. Christian values and a joyful spirit made Jackie an inspiration to all who knew her. Jackie was a friend to all children in her presence. Jackie was a devoted wife and mother. The lives she touched will deeply miss her natural beauty, resounding laugh, genuine sweetness and generosity. Viewing, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 4, 2003, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, July 5, 2003, First Southern Baptist Church, with interment to follow, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Powell, John John Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - November 25, 1948 - John Powell, resident of Pueblo 35 years, at local hospital Nov. 24. Funeral services in the chapel of T. G. McCarthy & Sons Friday at 3 p.m. Rev. W. C. Conrad, will officiate. Interment Mountain View cemetery. Powell, John Robert John Robert Powell - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - July 4, 1913 - An automobile accident between Palo Alto and San Jose, Cal., cost the lives of six persons, all members of three generations of one family. The dead: Colonel Robert Powell, eighty-five; Mrs. Elizabeth Powell, his wife, seventy-three; John Powell, son of Colonel Powell, thirty-six; Mrs. Sallie Powell, his wife, thirty-two; Ethel M. Powell, daughter, twelve; John Robert Powell, son, aged ten months. Powell, John W. John W. Powell - Huerfano World - August 2, 1990 - This Week in La Veta History - 1936: Died, John W. Powell, 71, leaving a widow, Olive Edna, brothers James and Frank, La Veta, Charles, Cuchara Camps, Walter, Springfield and a sister, Mrs. Laura Coleman, La Veta. Powell, Juanita Juanita Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - October 26, 1997 - Juanita Powell, age 67, of Trinidad, died Oct. 22, 1997, in Pueblo. She was born Aug. 3, 1930, in The Dalles, Ore., to Boyd and Minnie Tindall. She graduated from Dalles High School, The Dalles, Ore. She married Almon Powell on Nov. 3, 1950, in Washington state. They moved to Trinidad 46 years ago and raised two boys. She was a member of the Church of Christ-Pueblo. She was preceded in death by her husband, Almon- her parents- and her brother, Francis Tindall. She is survived by sons, Patrick (Brenda Monarco) and Mike (Brenda) Powell, both of Trinidad- brothers and sisters, Herb (Grace) Tindall, Tigard, Ore., Elizabeth (Wesley) Case, Rockaway, Ore., Gene (Louise) Tindall, Idaho, Kathryn Tindall, Vancouver, Wash. A will be held Oct. 28, 1997, at 7 p.m. at Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home with Ed Richardson officiating. A reception will follow immediately after the service at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 803 W. Fourth, Pueblo, Colo., 81003. The family may be contacted at 7763 County Road 69.1 Starkville and 19402 Highway 350, Trinidad. Arrangements under the direction of Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home. Powell, Mack Mack Powell - Golden Colorado Transcript - October 16, 1913 - Hayes Favors Probe - Throng at Funeral of Man Killed in Ludlow Battle - Governor's Envoys Probing Situation - Put on Full Force at Minnequa Plant - Western Newspaper Union News Service - Trinidad, Colo. - Twenty-five hundred striking miners, forming a column nearly a mile long, followed the hearse bearing the body of Mack Powell to the Masonic cemetery north of this city. Powell was killed in the battle between strikers and guards south of Ludlow. At the time of his death Powell was herding cows for William Green. Until a few days before he had been at the strikers' colony at Ludlow. Among those who appeared in the procession were many who walked fifteen miles to attend. Over 200 walked from Segundo, fifteen miles west of here. International Vice President Frank J. Hayes said that the union welcomes an investigation of the present strike by Congress. He thinks as far as the union is concerned the strike is carried on in a peaceful manner. It is his claim that many things will be discovered in a congressional investigation of conditions here of which the federal authorities are ignorant. Claude Fairchild, who was sent here by Governor Ammons, visited the Ludlow tent colony and will visit others during the week. He had no statement to make now relative to his visit. He says he will study conditions and give an impartial opinion to the governor. Major G. M. Lee of the national guard is also here, but says his visit has nothing to do with sending of the militia. Yuma Pioneer June 4, 1915 Robert Uhlich, president of the Trinidad local of the United Mine Workers of America, was acquitted at Trinidad, Colo., of the charge of having murdered Mack Powell, also a union man, in the Ludlow fight of Oct. 9, 1913, incident to the coal strike. Powell, Mary Laura Mary Laura Powell Pueblo Chieftain - October 19, 1997 - Mary Laura Powell, 57, of Pueblo, died Saturday, Oct. 18 at home. Survived by one son, Steven Powell of Fowler- two daughters, Leah Gant of Orlando, Fla., and Leslie Powell of Pueblo. Also survived by her mother, Laura White of Pueblo- one brother and three sisters. Arrangements pending. Powell, Naska Jean Naska Jean Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - February 08, 1998 - Mrs. Naska Jean Powell, 84, passed away Feb. 4, 1998, at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital. A Pueblo resident since 1962, Mrs. Powell was born on Sept. 27, 1913, in Cooper, Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Powell were married in Boise City, Okla. She was a faithful member of Eighth Street Baptist Church, president of the Missionary Society, and sang in the Mass choir at the church. She read her bible daily and also did sewing and quilting. Survived by husband, Robert Lee Powell- children, Robert R. (Mary) Geary, San Antonio, Texas, Jean Ester Jamison, Alamogordo, N.M., Patty C. Ward, Kansas City, Mo., Chaplin Wesley V. (Bobbie) Geary, Plano, Texas, Billy J. Geary, Pueblo, Efton F. (Barbara) Geary, San Antonio, Texas, Jessie Lee Gillman, New Waverly, Texas- 18 grandchildren- 27 great-grandchildren- other relatives and friends and especially her church family. Her parents, Manny and Eliza (Grice) Vesters- a brother, George- and a sister, Russey, precede her in death. Visitation, noon until 7 p.m. today, Angelus Chapel. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Eighth Street Baptist Church, Rev. Joe L. Morrison, officiating. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Family will receive friends at 2833 Lowell Ave. Powell, Regine Regine "Gina" Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - June 13, 2006 - POWELL, Regine "Gina", 59, Tulsa, OK, passed away Fri., June 9, 2006. She was born on Nov. 25, 1946 in Pueblo, CO to Albert and Lillian Galich. She graduated from Pueblo Catholic High then went on to attend the University of Southern Colo. "Miss Gina" was employed at Miss Shelly's School of Dance sharing her love of dance with thousands of young people. Her father preceded her in death. Her Mother and only brother, Albert and his wife Carol, survive her in Pueblo, Colo. along with numerous aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews. She is also survived by her husband, Ron of Tulsa, her daughter Renee Shawhan and her husband Colin of Okla. City, and daughter Melissa Powell of Tulsa. A viewing will be held on Thurs., June 15, 2006 at McCarthy Almont on Broadway from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Fri., June 16, 2006 at St. Mary's. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to Anna's Belles, Ovarian Cancer Support Group, 18495 W. 151st Street South, Kellyville, OK 74030. Powell, Sallie Sallie Powell - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - July 4, 1913 - An automobile accident between Palo Alto and San Jose, Cal., cost the lives of six persons, all members of three generations of one family. The dead: Colonel Robert Powell, eighty-five; Mrs. Elizabeth Powell, his wife, seventy-three; John Powell, son of Colonel Powell, thirty-six; Mrs. Sallie Powell, his wife, thirty-two; Ethel M. Powell, daughter, twelve; John Robert Powell, son, aged ten months. Powell, Tommy J. Tommy J. Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - November 21, 1987 - Tommy J. Powell passed away unexpectedly. Services and interment will be held Monday in Lawton, Okla. Arrangements under the direction of Becker Funeral Home, Lawton, Okla. Powell, Walter W. Walter W. Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - September 30, 1952 - Walter W. Powell, Monday at hospital. Brother of Mrs. A. B. Carpenter, Salt Lake City, Utah, and Mrs. L. V. Hartnett, Los Angles, Calif. A resident of Pueblo since 1906 and a grocery store owner on Northern avenue until his retirement in 1945. His wife, Susanna Powell, died in 1941. Arrangements later. Pueblo Chieftain October 1, 1952, Services, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Davis Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. George F. Lowe officiating. To Roselawn. Powell, Zita V. Zita V. Powell - Pueblo Chieftain - August 14, 1999 - Zita V. Powell, 84, passed away Aug. 12, 1999. Survived by daughter, Celeste (Edward J.) Sicilia, Pueblo West- grandchildren, April (Anthony) Crespin and Chris Sicilia, both of Pueblo West- and two great-grandchildren. Cremation, with a memorial Mass at 10 a.m. today, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Pueblo West. Powell-Cline, Helen Elizabeth Helen Elizabeth Powell-Cline - Pueblo Chieftain - September 02, 2004 - Helen Elizabeth Powell-Cline, 94, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2004, in Houston, Texas. Helen was born May 2, 1910, in Springfield, Ohio. She married Millard V. Powell on Aug. 29, 1929, and in 1932, they moved to Pueblo where Millard became head of the Family Service Society, pastor of the First Friends Church of Pueblo, and superintendent of the Nebraska yearly meeting of the Friend's Church (now Rocky Mountain yearly meeting). Following Millard's death in 1952, Helen spent the next 12 years of her life assisting and caring for her elderly parents, helping her children complete their educations and as head resident at both George Fox College in Newberg, Ore., and Friends University in Wichita, Kan. In 1963, Helen met Laurence B. Cline of Friendswood, Texas, where they were married on Oct. 10, 1964, and spent 40 years together. Preceded in death by her first husband, Millard; parents, Frank and Lucille Getz; sister, Mary Jinnette; brothers, Gordon Getz and Robert Getz; stepson, Conrad Cline. Survived by her husband, Laurence; children, Richard (Mildred) Powell of Newberg, Ore., Carolyn (Donald) Moon of Ambler, Pa., Robert (Saundra) Powell of Fort Collins, Colo.; daughter-in-law, Carol Cline Vaughn of Friendswood, Texas; stepson, Beryl (Margaret) Cline of Alvin, Texas; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. A lover of beauty and hospitality, Helen shared that sense with all those she knew and loved. As a pastor's wife, university head resident, wife of Millard Powell and Laurence Cline, mother and grandmother, her Christian faith was the focus of her life. Her children grew to accept the same focus and all are active in service to the Lord. Her knowledge of life skills was a great influence to her family and friends. She was loved by all and her quiet witness to her Christian faith became an example to be emulated. Her family from around the country and her friends from the Pueblo area will join together at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004, for a graveside service at Roselawn Cemetery, 1706 Roselawn Road, Pueblo, Colo., to celebrate her life, and the lives of those of her immediate family who have preceded her in death, as her remains are laid to rest beside those of her husband, Millard. Power, John John Power - Monterey Peninsula Herald - July 5, 1971: John S. Power, 82, of Carmel Valley, died in a Santa Clara convalescent hospital Saturday after a four year illness. A native of St. Paul, Minn., Mr. Power came to Carmel Valley 10 years ago. He retired in 1951 after more than 50 years as a foundry and metal worker, mostly self-employed. He was a member of South Pueblo Lodge 31, F&AM, in Pueblo, Colo., and in 1969 he received his 50-year award from the Grand Masonic Lodge of Colorado. Mr. Power leaves his wife, Julia I., in Carmel Valley; a daughter, Mrs. Robert Devor of Campbell; a son, Arthur J., of Denver, Colo.; two brothers, Charles R. of Port Hueneme and William A. of Pueblo; four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Paul Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Donald Johnson of Carmel Valley Community Chapel and Monterey Lodge 217, F&AM will officiate. Inurnment will be held at the Little Chapel-by-the-Sea, Pacific Grove. Contributions in Mr. Power's memory may be made to the Community Hospital building fund or to the Shriners' Hospital for Crippled Children in San Francisco. Monterey Peninsula Herald, [California] Power, Lilly Lilly Power - Yampa Leader - January 16, 1904 - Helen Fisher Bagley, aged seventeen and Lilly Power, aged seventeen, both residents of Pueblo, were victims of the Iroquois theater fire in Chicago. Both girls were attending school in Chicago. Powers, Dennis F. Dennis F. Powers - Pueblo Chieftain - April 18, 2006 - Dennis F. Powers, born Oct. 22, 1927, in Rocky Ford, Colo., went home to be with the Lord on April 15, 2006. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, John and Hazel Powers, sisters, Juanita Egley, Martha Smith, Georgie Wilson and Lyda Wilkerson; brothers, Ed, Roy, Jack and Frank; and one grandson, Zachery Roy Chapin. He will be missed greatly by his wife, Doris; three sons, Dennis (Tanna), Bob (Cindy), Steve (Robin), all of Pueblo; and one daughter, Cindy (Foy) of Weldona. Grandpa Happy will be missed by 10 grandchildren, Foy, Tiffany, Cole, and Cami Chapin of Weldona, Cayla, Bobby, Bryson, Darci Powers, Brittany (Ben), and Tanna Carpenter of Pueblo; and one great-grandchild, Mackenzie. Dennis also is survived by three brothers, John, Bill, James (Lois); one sister, Pat (Seth) King; his mother-in-law, Mary Etta Swallow, the Swallow and Hamilton families; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Dennis served in the U.S. Army as a tank commander in Korea. He loved his country and loved protecting it. Better known as "Mo" he was employed at the CF&I in the Tube Mill for 36 years as a machine operator, retiring in 1986. He was an avid outdoorsmen, hunter, and loved sharing it with his family and friends. He was a member of the National Rifle Association. Dennis served at Calvary Baptist Church for over 50 years, serving as assistant treasurer and trustee, caring for the grounds and building. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Calvary Baptist Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. A special thanks from the family for all the loving care from friends, family, SRDA, the Alzheimer's Association, and especially Frontier Hospice. Friends who wish may send donations in memory of Dennis to Frontier Hospice, 503 N. Main St., Suite 103-W, Pueblo, CO 81003. Powers, Edith Edith Powers Bayfield Blade March 19, 1915 Woman Poisons Self on Train Pueblo A woman believed to be Mrs. Edith Powers, 50, of Kansas City, Mo., committed suicide by drinking poison while a passenger on a Missouri Pacific train near Haswell. Powers, Frances M. Frances M. Powers - Pueblo Chieftain - September 08, 2005 - Frances M. Powers, 83, passed away Sept. 6, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Lawrence J. Powers Sr. Mother of Shirley (Brent) Sims, Pueblo, Colo., Larry (Dixie) Powers, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Charles (Tish) Powers, Roy, Wash. Grandmother of Jacquie (Armando) Romero, Pueblo, Colo., Tishe Kardelis, Kalispell, Mont., Shannon Powers, Bertram, Texas, Matthew and Shelly Powers, Roy, Wash. She also is survived by six great-grandchildren. Frances was a very devoted wife and mother and enjoyed traveling. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 9, at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association through the funeral home office. Powers, Gertrude Gertrude Powers - Pueblo Chieftain - March 30, 1986 - Gertrude Powers, Cheyenne, Wyo., and formerly of Pueblo, died March 26, a986. Survived by brother, William Joxen. Memorial service, 7 p.m. Monday, St. Joseph Church. Powers, Perry Perry "Ed" Powers - Pueblo Chieftain - February 26, 1998 - Perry "Ed" Powers, of Rocky Ford, died Feb. 24, 1998, at Ark Valley Regional Medical Center, La Junta. Services, St. Peter Catholic Church, Rocky Ford. Vigil, 7 p.m. today and funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Friday. Powers, Viola May Viola May Powers - Pueblo Chieftain - May 18, 1986 - Viola May Powers, 75, Lamar. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, at Valley Memorial Chapel. Burial, Fairmount Cemetery. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and 8 a.m. to service time Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to First Southern Baptist Church, Lamar. Powers, Winona Grace Winona Grace Powers - Pueblo Chieftain - February 11, 2002 - Age 69, born April 18, 1932, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 8, 2002, to meet her loving family members who preceded her in death, granddaughter, Amanda Jo Phelps; parents, Zelpha and Umphrey Roser; sisters, Irene Hindman, Ginger Avara, Neoma McIntosh, Oleta Sheppard; brothers, George, Ernest and Alfred Roser. Winona's family was always first in her life. She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. John and Winona celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Oct. 2, 1999. She is survived by her devoted husband, John Powers; daughters, Rebecca Powers, Leesa (Kerry) Meier; and son, Clifford Powers. Also survived by grandson, Randy Phelps; granddaughter, Makale Meier; and great-granddaughter, Tayler Rose Lenz, all of Pueblo. Her sister, Rella (Clarence) Correll of Yoder; and brother, Jim (Peggy) Roser of La Junta. As well as numerous relatives and friends who will miss her dearly. For those who knew her they never missed a smile or the softness of her embrace, the look of love in her eyes and the eternal joy and happiness in her voice. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and 8 a.m. to service time Tuesday. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family will receive relatives and friends at the family home after the interment. Donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in her memory. Pozlep, Edward Edward Pozlep - Pueblo Chieftain - June 12, 2005 - Edward Pozlep, 91, passed away June 9, 2005. He is preceded in death by his brother, Frank; and sister, Mary. Edward is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Rose; also survived by nieces and nephews, John and Donna Volk of Pueblo, Shirley and Mac MacFalls of Tennessee; Margie and Tom O'Neill of Denver, Mike and Carol Spoden of Colorado Springs, and Erma Volk of Pueblo. Edward served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He worked for various railroads and retired from Xcel Energy after many years of service. Vigil service will be 9:30 a.m. followed by the funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2005, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Entombment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers you may make donations in memory of Edward to Sangre de Cristo Hospice through the funeral home. Pozlep, Rose A. Rose A. Pozlep - Pueblo Chieftain - March 28, 2006 - Rose A. Pozlep, 91, passed away March 27, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward; parents, brothers and sisters. Rose is survived by nieces and nephews, John and Donna Volt of Pueblo, Shirley and Mac MacFalls of Tennessee, Margie and Tom O'Neill of Denver, Mike and Carol Spoden of Colorado Springs, and Erma Volk of Pueblo; sister-in-law, Rachel Oreskovich. A special thank you to Joyce, Celeste, Arti and Caryn of Preferred Hospice for their kindness and care of Rose. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2006, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to Preferred Hospice through the funeral home office. Pozos, Irene Carla Irene Carla Pozos - Pueblo Chieftain - August 01, 2003 - Irene Carla Pozos, 25, of Pueblo, passed away July 29, 2003. Born July 5, 1978, in Denver, Colo. Survived by her son, Andrew Pozos; boyfriend, Alfred Loredo; parents, Franco (Maria) Pozos, Houston, Texas, and Loretta (Ron) Lucero, Pueblo; grandparents, Richard and Della Carrillo, Pueblo; brothers, Giovanni Pozos and Ronnie Lucero; sisters, Amaranta Pozos and Savanah Lucero. Also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. Vigil Rosary, 7 p.m. tonight, and funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday; both at Romero Chapel. Imperial Cemetery. Relatives and family will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after service. Prado, Genevieve D. Genevieve D. Prado - Pueblo Chieftain - June 05, 2000 - Genevieve D. Prado, went to be with the Lord on June 2, 2000. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Randolph Prado. Also survived by daughter, Anna Marie (Louie) Hernandez; son, Joseph R. (Jean) Prado; brothers, Joe A. De La Torre, Alfred (Mary Jane) De La Torre; sister, Margaret D. (Frank) Hernandez; grandchildren, Christopher and Nicole; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Viewing Monday, June 5, 2000, noon-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Recitation of rosary Monday, June 5, 2000, 7 p.m., Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass Tuesday, June 6, 2000, 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers contributions can be made in the name of Genevieve D. Prado to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 704 Elmhurst Place, Pueblo, Colo., 81004. Prado, Randolph C. Randolph C. Prado - Pueblo Chieftain - October 12, 2002 - Randolph C. Prado, born May 20, 1920, in Mexico, passed away Oct. 10, 2002. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Genevieve Prado, June 2000; and also his brother, Raul Prado. He is survived by children, Anna Marie (Louis) Hernandez, Joseph (Jean) Prado; grandchildren, Christopher and Nicole; brother, John (Elizabeth) Prado; brother-in-law, Alfred (Mary Jane) De La Torre; and sister-in-law, Margaret (Frank) Hernandez, all of Pueblo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Randolph was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church and served in the U.S. Army during WWII and the Korean Conflict. Visitation, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, followed by recitation of the rosary, 7 p.m., T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Francis Xavier Church with interment to follow, Roselawn Cemetery. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. The family respectfully requests those who wish may make memorial contributions in memory of Randolph Prado to SRDA through the funeral home office. Prado, Raymond Raymond Prado - Denver Post - May 31, 1996 - Raymond Prado, Truck driver, 75 - Raymond Prado of Denver, a truck driver, died April 25. He was 75. A mass was said May 1 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Entombment was in Madonna Mausoleum in Mount Olivet Cemetery. He was born Oct. 23, 1920, in Denver. In 1946, he married Viola Martinez in Walsenburg. Prado was a truck driver at Western Paving Construction Co. before retiring. He was a member of the Teamsters Local No. 13. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Cynthia Cronin, Lakewood and Dolores Poole, Indianapolis; two sons, Gary and Edward, both of Denver; his mother, Cruz Prado; four sisters, Mary Villegas, Consuelo Ulibarri, Rachel Espinoza and Said Madrid; three brothers, Roy, Mike and Albert; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Prangley, Clara H. Clara H. Prangley - Colorado Springs Gazette - March 26, 1990 - Clara H. Prangley, 77, of Colorado Springs died Thursday in a local hospital. She was a homemaker. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Roselawn Cemetery, 1706 Roselawn Road, Pueblo, with the Rev. Russ Mittman officiating. Shrine of Rest Funeral Home, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Prangley was born June 9, 1912, in Pueblo, to Robert and May (Hasselman) Hilburn. She had been a resident of the area since 1979 and previously lived in Virginia Beach, Va. She attended Denver University. Mrs. Prangley was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs. She was a former member of the women's auxiliary at St. Luke's Hospital and of the Colorado Medical School in Denver. Mrs. Prangley was married Feb. 4, 1934, in Denver, to Roy R. Prangley, who died in 1983. She is survived by a son, Robert R. of Denver; two daughters, Pat Severson of Aurora and Lynn P. Cool, both of Colorado Springs; two brothers, Robert Kouns of Montrose and Dick Kouns of Pueblo; a sister, Evelyn Kurtz of Denver; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Mrs. Prangley was preceded in death by her stepfather, Earl Kouns. Memorial contributions may be made to Silver Key Senior Services, 2250 Bott Ave., Colorado Springs 80904; or to the Crystal Springs Estates, 824 S. Hancock Ave., Colorado Springs 80903. Prater, Ella M. Ella M. Prater - Pueblo Chieftain - December 02, 1999 - Ella M. Prater, 83, born Jan. 20, 1916, in Mulberry, Kan., to John and Myrtle McCormick, passed away Dec. 1, 1999, from an automobile accident on Nov. 23, 1999. Preceded in death by her husband, Alvie Doyle Prater, in 1996, brothers, William McCormick, June 1944, in Normandy, France, and Clarence McCormick, October l992; sister, Esther Larkin, 199O; brother-in-law, Richard Patton, 1998; sister-in-law, Marie Prater, 1996; and grandson, Toby Lynn Prater, 1999. Survived by daughters, Virginia Stiffler of Pueblo, Elizabeth (John) Rimel of Michigan; sons, Doyle (Roxene), Clarence, Forrest (Betty Jo) and John (Cindy) Prater, all of Pueblo; sisters, Virginia Atterbery and Mary Patton; brother-in-law, Joseph Prater; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and special friend, Terry Bechtold. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. today. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Prater, Joseph C. Joseph C. Prater - Pueblo Chieftain - August 03, 2004 - Joseph C. Prater, 81, passed away Aug. 1, 2004. Survived by his wife, Edith; four children, Beverly (Scott) Williamson, Wichita Falls, Texas, Sharon Prater, Toronto, Canada, Pamela (Jay) Prater Surdell, Pueblo West, and James Prater, Fort Collins; two grandchildren, Adam and Abby Williamson. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Claude Prater and Florence Southerland Prater; two sisters, Vera Clyde Prater and Juanita Prater. Joe was born Nov. 19, 1922, in St. Paul, Ark., and grew up in Brentwood, Ark. He served three years in the U.S. Army during World War II and played professional baseball in the minor leagues before and after the war. Joe graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1948. He married Edith Holley in 1947 having met at the university. Joe and Edith came to Colorado in 1948 where they taught at Lamar High School. Joe taught mathematics and coached football and basketball, including two state championship football teams. He completed his master's degree in 1950 at the University of Arkansas and attended Oregon State University under a national science grant in 1960. In 1956, Joe was named head football coach and mathematics instructor at Pueblo Junior College. He was the NAIA district football coach of the year in 1965. He continued coaching until 1973 and taught mathematics until 1988, retiring as professor emeritus from USC. Joe was a member of First Baptist Church and a former member of Calvary Baptist Church, where he also coached the boy's basketball teams. Joe was a member of the Pueblo County 4-H Foundation and he and Edith were named to the Pueblo County 4-H Leaders Hall of Fame in 1997. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2004, at First Baptist Church, 405 W. Ninth St., with Pastor Wayne Dvirnak officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food or flowers, those who wish may make memorial donations to the Pueblo County 4-H Foundation through Montgomery & Steward Funeral Home. Prater, Joseph Jewel Joseph Jewel Prater - Pueblo Chieftain - October 29, 2003 - Joseph Jewel Prater, 81, passed away on Oct. 26, 2003. He was born on April 13, 1922, in Noxie, Okla. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 46 years, Marie; parents, Moses and Altie Prater; son, Joseph Lee Prater; and brother, Slim Prater. Joseph is survived by his children, Randall (Lynn) Prater, Pueblo, Alice (Kenny) Moody, El Paso, Texas; grandchildren, Randy Joe, Amanda, Jennifer, Sheri, Martin, Julian, Jessie and Vickie; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, M.O. Lee Taylor; stepchildren, J.R. Dial and Lois Needham; as well as numerous relatives and friends. Joseph proudly served his country during WWII in the 34th Infantry "Red Bull" Division. He fought across Africa to Anzio Beachhead to Casino Hill to Pisa, Italy. Joseph received several medals for his military effort including the Combat Infantry Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Distinguished Unit Badge. He will be very sadly missed. Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2003, at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. The family will greet family and friends at 2580 Hyacinth. Prater, Loren Ashley Loren Ashley Prater - Pueblo Chieftain - April 28, 1986 - Loren Ashley Prater, infant son of Joe and Barbara Prater, was born Dec. 31, 1985, and passed away April 27, 1986. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sisters, Jennifer and Adria, and brother, Christopher; his grandparents, Muriel Prater of Pueblo and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gowman of Toronto, Canada; and numerous aunts and uncles. Services at 4 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, with interment at Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Parents Encouraging Parents, Pueblo County Board for Developmentally Disabled, c/o Pat Ferl, 627 Brown, Pueblo 81004. Prater, Toby Lynn Toby Lynn Prater - Pueblo Chieftain - August 14, 1999 - Toby Lynn Prater, 25, passed away Aug. 12, 1999, as a result of a motor-vehicle accident. A lifetime Puebloan, Toby was born Nov. 12, 1973. He was a construction worker. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, camping, hunting and fishing. He always wanted to ``bag" a wild turkey that lived in the woods of Boone (Pueblo County). Family and friends alike said he was an excellent cook, and his favorite cooking was done on the rotisserie smoker. Spending ``bonding time" with his daughter Heather was always foremost in his life. Preceded in death by grandfathers, Doyle Prater, in 1997, and Robert Dennis in 1988- grandmother, Leona Dennis, in 1991- and aunt, Peggy Patton, in 1991. Survived by his beloved wife, Annette Marie Valdez- daughter, Heather Prater- siblings, Dennis (Kerry) Prater and Danny (Shannon) Prater, all of Pueblo, Tommy Prater and Kelli Prater, both of Boone- grandmother, Ella Prater, Boone- mother-in-law, Shirley (David) Homer, Avondale- brother-in-law, Jesse (Donna) Valdez, Pueblo- grandparents-in-law, Ernest and Rose Valdez, Pueblo- and numerous other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. , 1 p.m. Monday, Angelus Chapel, with the Rev. Barton Stephenson, the pastor who baptized and performed Toby's wedding, now officiating his funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations to his little daughter Heather Prater's educational fund established at Centennial Bank of Blende, 1515 Santa Fe Drive. Family will receive friends at 1221 Valdez Lane, 948-2823, and 110 Main St., Boone, Colo., 947-0439. Prather, Lori Lori Prather - Pueblo Chieftain - September 24, 2004 - Lori Prather , passed away in Aurora, Colo., on Sept. 16, 2004. A memorial will be held in Denver on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2004 to share memories of Lori. Friends who wish to attend or offer condolences may call 406-9607 for more information. Prator, Martha Jane Martha Jane Prator - Huerfano World - March 29, 1990 - This Week in La Veta History - 1917: Died, Martha Jane Prator, who came to La Veta with her parents Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Bruce in 1870 and married Augustus Prator in 1880. Five of her six sons survive and both of her daughters. Pratt, Bonnie J. Bonnie J. Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - January 09, 2004 - Bonnie J. Pratt, 77, passed away Jan. 7, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. Born April 13, 1926, in Vanango, Neb., to Ralph and Lois Cornick, who preceded her in death; along with her husbands, Richard H. Pratt Sr., and Roy L. Pratt. Survived by her sons, Dennis (Karon), Richard (Frances) Jr., and Roy (Cindy) Pratt; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Per her request, cremation. Gathering of family and friends will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, at Imperial Reception Hall. Pratt, Cora B. Cora B. Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - May 24, 2006 - Cora B. Pratt, 83, passed away at home and went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2006. Born Sept. 20, 1922, in Vigil, Colo. Preceded in death by her husband, Oliver; son, Robert; parents, Joseph and Lucia Lash; and siblings, Lydia and James. Survived by her children, Vernon (Margie), Dorothey (David) Dettmering, Mary (James) Warren, Betty Garcia, Lydia (Allen) Pearson and James (Dorothy); brother, George Lash; 23 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Cora retired from the Colorado State Hospital. She enjoyed her cats, gardening, and elk hunting with her sons. Cora was a devoted mother and grandmother who will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pueblo Chieftain - May 25, 2006 - Cora B. Pratt. Also survived by daughter-in-law, Mary L. Pratt. Preceded in death by son-in-law, Sef Garcia. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pratt, Eugene O. Eugene O. Pratt Eagle Valley Enterprise May 4, 1917 Explosion in Hastings Mine Note: E. O. Pratt is listed among the dead of the Hastings Mine disaster, April 27, 1917. E. O. Pratt: American, age 45, married with three surviving children. He was a miner for the Victor-American Fuel Company; cause of death was an explosion due to an open safety lamp. Source: Denver Public Library, "Colorado Mining Fatalities." A newspaper article identifies this man as Eugene O. Pratt. Weekly Ignacio Chieftain May 18, 1917 Full military burial honors were accorded the body of Eugene O. Pratt, member of Company C of the Colorado National Guard, who was killed in the Hastings mine disaster. http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/hastings.html for in depth coverage of this disaster. Pratt, Lanson L. Lanson L. Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - April 13, 2005 - Lanson L. Pratt, 85, went home to be with the Lord on April 8, 2005, in Pueblo, Colo. Born Feb. 9, 1920, in Pueblo, Colo., to Frederick and Julia Pratt, who preceded him. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Althea A. Pratt; children, Lanson (Vickie) Neimoyer, Nelda (Gary) McDonald; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends. Visitation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel, with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Private family inurnment at a later date. Pratt, Lois A. Lois A. Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - September 05, 2003 - Lois A. Pratt, 76, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 2, 2003, in Pueblo, Colo. Born March 4, 1927, in Colorado Springs to Guy and Mary Pratt, who preceded her in death. Survived by her sister, Ruth Hollopeter of Colorado Springs; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Monday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pratt, Lyda L. Lyda L. Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - January 20, 2004 - Lyda L. Pratt passed away Jan. 16, 2004, in Pueblo. Lyda was born Nov. 20, 1908, in Wilberton, Okla., to Louis and Maggie Baker Sims. She was a school teacher in the Montrose school district for many years before her retirement. Lyda was preceded in death by her husband, Harold P. Pratt; brothers, Boyd and Howard; and sisters, Irene, Mildred and Frieda. Her survivors include nephews, Glen (Anita) Nelson and Carl Gwartney; and nieces, Charlotte Allen and Koleen (Frank) Hassey; as well as her close friend, Ron Lombardi. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. Lyda's cremated remains will be placed in the Montrose Cemetery with her husband at a later date. Pratt, Margaret Margaret (Peg) Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - February 09, 2005 - Margaret (Peg) Pratt, 94, passed away Jan. 28, 2005 in Celina TX. After her husband passed away in 1970, she moved to the Kona Kai Apartments in Pueblo and lived there until 2000. She is survived by two sons, Clifton (Dee) Pratt II, of Plano, TX; Michael Pratt of Henderson, NV, grandchildren: Ryan Pratt of Dallas, Jeffrey Pratt of Houston: great grandchildren: Brendan and Braeden Pratt of Houston. Cremation has taken place; services will take place in the spring at Roselawn Cemetery in Terre Haute. Memorial contributions may be directed to your local Hospice organization. Pratt, Robert Stanley Robert Stanley Pratt "Coyote" - Pueblo Chieftain - June 13, 1999 - Robert S. Pratt, 56, of Pueblo, passed away June 12, 1999. Arrangements pending. Pueblo Chieftain - June 14, 1999 - Robert Stanley Pratt "Coyote," 56, of Pueblo, went home to be with the Lord June 12, 1999. Born on Nov. 23, 1942, in Pueblo. Preceded in death by his father, Oliver Pratt. Survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Mary L. Pratt, of the family home- son, Greg Segura- daughters, Cheryl (Kevin) Ammeter, and Kelly (John K.) Vigil- mother, Cora Pratt- brothers, Vernon Pratt and James(Dorothy) Pratt- sisters, Dorothey (David) Dettmering, Mary (Jim) Warren, Betty (Sef) Garcia and Lydia (Allen) Pearson- grandchildren, Tyffanie and Erika Ammeter, Cameron and Kayla Segura, and Kacy Vigil- pet dogs, Kandi and Sheena. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Robert was medically retired from CF&I after 30 years. He was an active member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 145 and the St. Charles Senior Citizen Club. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trail riding and playing cards with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Viewing, 1-6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Chapel. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Wednesday at Chapel, Pastor Bobby Wilson, officiating. Cremation to follow. Pratt, Roy L. Roy L. Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - November 20, 1987 - Roy L. Pratt, 64, passed away Nov. 18, 1987, at Parkview Episcopal Medical Center. Mr. Pratt is survived by his wife, Bonnie, three children, Roy C. (Pam) Pratt, Dennis N. (Karen) Pratt, Richard (Frances) Pratt, all of Pueblo; six grandchildren, three sisters and two brothers. Memorial service at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 1987, at Imperial Chapel. Interment, Resthaven, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pratt, Ruth A. Ruth A. Pratt - Pueblo Chieftain - November 25, 1998 - Howe-Peterson Funeral Home Taylor, Mich. Ruth A. Pratt, born Dec. 11, 1900, in Hartford, Kan., died Nov. 23, 1998, in Allen Park, Mich. She moved to Pueblo, Colo., in 1917 and lived here for 65 years and then moved to Springfield, Va. In 1990 she moved to Taylor, Mich., to be with her son. In Pueblo, she worked with the Parkview Hospital Auxiliary. She was an active member of the United Federation of the Doll Clubs. She remained a member of the First Baptist Church of Pueblo until the time of her death. She was involved with Dorcas Fidelis at the church. Survived by loving daughter, Elizabeth (Frank) Potter- son, Earl (Sue) Pratt- eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Sister of Elijah Colglazier and Edith Reeves. Preceded in death by daughter, Ruth Pratt. A graveside service will be scheduled at a later date in Pueblo. Arrangements by the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road, Taylor, Mich. Pray, Arthur Forest Jr. Arthur Forest Pray Jr. - Rocky Mountain News - January 22, 1994 - Arthur Forest Pray Jr., 43, of Denver died Jan. 2 at Uptown Health Care Center. Services were Jan. 12 at Metropolitan Community Church of the Rockies. The body was cremated. Mr. Pray was born March 19, 1950, in Gainesville, Fla. He was a chef. He is survived by his father and step-mother, Arthur Sr. and Helen of Walsenburg; three sisters, Barbara Jean Allen, Dee Willis and Rita Lee; and 15 nieces and nephews. Contributions: Metropolitan Community Church of the Rockies, 980 Clarkson St., Denver 80218, or Colorado AIDS Project, P.O. Box 18529, Denver 80218. Pray, Helen Selina Helen Selina Pray - Huerfano World - October 5, 2000 - Helen Selina Pray, 79, of Walsenburg, died Sept. 27, 2000 in Huerfano Medical Center, where she had been a patient. Mrs. Pray was born on Apr. 16, 1921 in Jenkin Jones, WV, to the late Cyrus H. and Nava Alice Pritchard Kerney. She married Arthur F. Pray Oct. 8, 1983. Mrs. Pray was a member of the CB club in Winter Garden, FL, the Grandma Program at Washington School and the DAV Auxiliary. Mrs. Pray is survived by her husband, Arthur, Walsenburg; children, Larry, Gary and Norman Jeter, and Barbara Malecha. At Mrs. Pray's request, cremation, Almont Crematory, Pueblo. A memorial service for Helen Pray (grama Helen) will be on her 17th anniversary, Sunday, Oct. 8, at the United Methodist Church on the hill in Walsenburg at 11 a.m. Predolich, Dorothy Dorothy Ann Kamby Predolich - Pueblo Chieftain - November 13, 2001 - Dorothy Ann Kamby Predolich passed away Nov. 11, 2001, in Pueblo. She was born Feb. 24, 1929, to Frances Mikatich Kamby and Joseph Kamby in Idaho Springs, Colo. Dorothy, a homemaker, was married for 45 years to Joseph Predolich who preceded her in death on Oct. 22 of this year. Dottie is survived by her brothers, Joseph (Norma), William (Linda) and Ronald (Nancy) Kamby; as well as aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Graveside inurnment will be held Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. at Roselawn Cemetery, followed by a memorial Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church Wednesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions in her name be made to St. Mary's or the charity of their choice. Predolich, Joseph F. Joseph F. Predolich - Pueblo Chieftain - October 23, 2001 - Joseph F. Predolich passed away Oct. 22, 2001. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Dorothy Predolich; and nephew, Robert (Tammy) Predolich, Highlands Ranch, Colo. Also survived by great-niece and nephew, Melanie and Joshua Predolich; brothers-in-law, Joseph (Norma) Kamby, William (Linda) Kamby and Ronald (Nancy) Kamby; uncles, Albert Jacklovich, Frank (Ann) Jacklovich, both of Pueblo, Henry (Genevieve) Jacklovich, California; and aunt, Rose Vaughn, also of California. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Anna Predolich; and sisters, Anne Predolich and Elsie Stark. Joseph was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. in 1989. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Predovich, Walter D. Walter D. Predovich - Pueblo Chieftain - July 11, 2004 - Walter D. Predovich, 52, of Pueblo West, (formerly of Fort Collins), died July 7, 2004, at Rose Medical Center of complications following surgery. Walt was a 1970 graduate of Central High School, a graduate of Colorado College and University of Northern Colorado. He was a teacher, coach and mentor at Pueblo West High School and formerly taught at Windsor High School. Walt is survived by his wife, Barb; mother, Marjorie; brother, David; niece, Danielle; nephew, Jonathan; and the many friends and students whose lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Walter D. Predovich Memorial Scholarship, ABC Bank 225 N. Main, Pueblo, CO 81003. A memorial service will be held at Pueblo West High School at 10 a.m. on Monday July 12, 2004. Predovich, Walter J. Walter J. Predovich - Pueblo Chieftain - February 03, 2004 - Walter J. Predovich passed away Friday, Jan. 30, 2004, after a long illness. He was born in Pueblo, Colo., in 1919. Preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Frances Predovich; brothers, Milan and Daniel; and sisters, Betty Predovich and Eleanor Muncey. Survived by his wife, Marjorie, whom he married in 1946; sons, Walter (Barbara), and David; grandchildren, Danielle, and Jonathan "Fuzzy" Predovich; sister-in-law, Arlene Predovich; and numerous nieces and nephews. Walter graduated from Central High School in 1937 and from Colorado College in 1941. He attended the University of Michigan Law School and graduated from Denver University Law School in 1944. He served in the U.S. Navy for two years during World War II. He was admitted to the Colorado Bar on Dec. 10, 1945. Walter practiced law in Pueblo for over 50 years, and was a senior partner in the law firm of Predovich, Ward and Banner. During his auspicious career he was an attorney for the city of Rye, Colo., Public Trustee for Pueblo County, and Receiver for the city of Pueblo Refunding Bonds. He also served as a director of the Minnequa Bank, the Bank of Aspen, the First National Bank of Denver, the First National Bank of Fowler, the Pueblo Title Guaranty Co., and Great Western United of Denver. He was a member of the Denver Post Oversight Committee, trustee and vice president of the F.G. Bonfils Foundation, on the board of directors of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, and on the Executive Committee of the National Alumni Association of the Colorado College. He also was a member of the Garden of the Gods Club, the Pueblo Country Club and the Elks Club of Pueblo. Walter loved the community of Pueblo and made many civic contributions to the area. At his request, cremation will take place and there will be a private family service. In lieu of food or flowers, please make contributions to the local charity of your choice. Prelesnik, Anna Rose Anna Rose Mramor Prelesnik - Pueblo Chieftain - January 04, 2006 - Anna Rose Mramor Prelesnik went to be with the Lord and her family on Monday, Jan. 2, 2006. Ann was born on Sept. 9, 1917, to John and Mary (Yakic) Mramor. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Joseph A. Prelesnik; her brothers, Joe, John, Louis, twins, Frank and Anton, Ludwig, Rudolph, Felix, her twin, Edward; sisters, Mary, Elsie and baby Frances. Ann is survived by her daughter, Mary Joan (Ralph) Bollinger; granddaughters, Juliann (Greg) Sandoval and Beth (Richard) Archuleta; great-grandchildren, Isiah, Ariana, Jonathan, Jacob, Kaydene, twins, Joseph and Izabelle, Nicole and Bret; son, James (Dalene) Prelesnik; and granddaughter, Diana. Ann also is survived by sisters-in-law, Gayle Mramor and Heddie Prelesnik; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and very special friend, Bonnie Ehlen. Ann was a loving, generous person, whose family was most important to her. She was a lifetime member of St. Mary Church and the WSA. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial, 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, 2006, and rosary, 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6; both services at St. Mary Church, 217 E. Mesa. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food or flowers donations may be made in Ann's name to St. Mary's Grotto or the American Heart Association in care of the funeral home. Prelesnik, Anthony J. Maj. Anthony J. Prelesnik Pueblo Chieftain October 1, 2006 - Maj. Anthony J. Prelesnik, 78, born April 22, 1928, in Pueblo, Colo., passed away Sept. 28, 2006, in Florence, Colo. Preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Frances Prelesnik. Survived by his loving wife, Lorene Zgaynor Prelesnik; four sons, Don Prelesnik, David Rogers, Neil Prelesnik and Tom (Sharon) Prelesnik; and daughter-in-law, Mona Prelesnik. Grandfather of Ashley, Brandon, Kristine and Cheyanna Prelesnik, Christian and Kimberly Rogers. Also survived by his sister, Betty Sargent; two nephews, Jimmy and Edward Bogue; stepdaughter, Mary (William) Hughes; and step-grandson, William J. Hughes. Anthony was a member of Eagles Lodge No. 145, as well as St. Pius X Catholic Church. He retired after 20 years of service in 1979 as a major in the U.S. Army working as a biochemist, supervising hospital laboratories for the Army. Rosary and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Pius X Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Frontier Hospice in care of the funeral home office. Prendergast, Joan C. Joan C. Prendergast - Pueblo Chieftain - March 21, 1999 - Joan C. Prendergast, 79, of Pueblo, passed away March 17, 1999. Daughter of Lillie and Thomas Davis who preceded her in death as well as her late husband, Dr. W.B. Prendergast in 1984. She had done extensive traveling, visiting Africa, England, Norway and Scotland, where she enjoyed playing golf at St. Andrews Golf Course, the highlight of her golfing career in which she had received many awards and trophies. She was also an avid bowler and participated in several bowling leagues. She was a lifetime Republican, involving herself in campaign issues that were important to her, and was a member of Tabor Lutheran Church. Survived by her children, Lt. Col. Walter N. (Kathryn) Prendergast, Stevanger, Norway, and Dee Ann (Michael) Shuff, Culpepper, Va.- grandchildren, Curtis H. (Deana) Smith, Grand Junction, Colo., Walter Davis and Barbara Towner Prendergast, Stevanger, Norway- nieces, Judy Fonda, Pueblo, Cindy Hilton, Colorado Springs, Shirley Way, Monmouth, Ill., Bonnie Hayes, Palm Desert, Calif.- sister, Jean B. Anderson, Austin, Texas-and devoted companion, Merle Sconce of Pueblo- as well as a host of extended friends and family. Visitation at the funeral home from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, 1999, at Tabor Lutheran Church. Private inurnment at Imperial Memorial Gardens will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that any donations be made to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 704 Elmhurst, Pueblo, Colo., 81004, or St. Mary-Corwin Hospital, Oncology Unit, 1008 Minnequa, Pueblo, Colo., 81004 in memory of Joan Prendergast. Prendergast, Phyllis J. Phyllis J. Prendergast - Pueblo Chieftain - January 28, 1998 - Phyllis J. Prendergast, age 71, passed away Jan. 26, 1998. Survived by her children, Bruce Bannon, San Francisco, Calif., Judy (Roger) Fonda, Pueblo, Colo., and Cindy (Randy) Hilton, Colorado Springs, Colo. Grandmother of Jason and Ashley Hilton, Colorado Springs, Colo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, a host of loving friends and her special dogs, Kiki and Chang. Preceded in death by parents, Vernon and Cora Dedman- brother, Emory Dedman- and cousin, Willard Dedman. Mrs. Prendergast was born in Denver, Colo., in 1926 and graduated from Centennial High School in 1944 and Colorado State University in 1948. She was a teacher at Heaton Junior High School and then a realtor until her retirement in 1988. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. She will lie in state from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday and 8-9 a.m. Thursday. Funeral service, Thursday, 11 a.m., First United Methodist Church. Cremation, Almont Crematory. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Parkview Foundation or the Pueblo Greenway and Nature Center. Prentiss, J. L. Dr. (Mrs.) Mrs. Dr. J. L. Prentiss - Colorado Daily Chieftain - March 2, 1875 - Canon City, Mrs. Dr. J.L. Prentiss was buried on Thursday and the funeral sermon will be preached at the Baptist Church on Sunday. She had as many friends here as Canon has population. Prescott, Lillian M. Lillian M. Prescott - Pueblo Chieftain - October 25, 2000 - Lillian M. Prescott passed away Oct. 23, 2000, in Pueblo. She was 96. Mrs. Prescott was preceded in death by her husband, Allen, and is survived by a daughter, Mary Jean Prescott; her grandchildren, Christopher R. Halcro, Jenny J. Reynolds, Scott A. Prescott, Robert K. Schroeder, Brian K. Schroeder and Frances C. Prescott; as well as her brother, Herbert McDonald, and several other relatives. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. At her request, there will be no public viewing or services. Prescott, Walter Walter Prescott - Rocky Mountain News December 26, 1911 Page 2 - Walter Prescott at Pueblo, Colo., son of Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Prescott, eight year old died after Christmas dinner. The family was the object of charity and received a large Christmas basket of good things. The husband having been out of work for some time. Yesterday they sat down to a meal as had not adorned their table for years, and Walter, the youngest son, ate too much. Presher, Theodore Theodore Presher - Yampa Leader - September 4, 1914 - Husband and Wife Crushed by Auto - Pueblo -Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Presher, 1125 East Seventh Street, are in the Southern Colorado hospital in a critical condition as a result of being pinned under their automobile when it overturned on the Colorado Springs highway. Miss Nina Presher, their daughter, jumped from the car as it plunged into an arroyo and escaped uninjured. [Editor's Note: Clinton Theodore Presher died 18 May 1958 San Diego, CA, born 2 Jun 1901 in Colorado. His wife, Harriet Evy Presher died 31 Jan 1951 in San Diego, CA, born 11 Jul 1872 in Missouri.] Presley, Margaret Margaret "Marge" Presley - Pueblo Chieftain - May 01, 1999 - Margaret "Marge" Presley, 74, of Pueblo, passed away April 29, 1999. Survived by her husband of 38 years, Mahlon "Pres" Presley- and her sisters, Rosemary (John) Casack and Doris (Bruce) Parkin. Also survived by her nieces, Ann (John) Boettcher of Longmont, Colo., and Cathy (Ron) Diodosio- great-niece, Jenny Diodosio- as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Alice Hall and her brother, Jack Hall. Marge worked for the CF&I Steel Corporation in the payroll department for 38years, retiring in 1981. Viewing, Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. and Monday, 8 a.m. to8 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Presley was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese parish where services will be held. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 10 a.m. Cremation, Almont Crematory. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary-Corwin Foundation for the Hospice area or to the Shrine of St. Therese in care of the funeral home office. Presley, Patrick Joseph Patrick Joseph Presley Pueblo Chieftain - August 28, 2009 - Patrick Joseph Presley of Lakewood, Colo., passed away Aug. 7, 2009. Patrick was born in Pueblo, Colo., Oct. 28, 1952. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved son, Jon Patrick Presley of Lake Havasu, Ariz.; father, Frank W. Presley of Minnesota; brother, Bruce (Terri) of Denver; and sisters, Linda (David) Rivera of Scottsdale, Ariz. and Cathy (Ron) Diodosio of Pueblo. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Patrick was preceded in death by his dear mother, Marjorie Kilfoy Presley. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, Shrine of St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Goodnight Ave., in Pueblo, with the Reverend Father Liam Courtney as celebrant. Presnell, James E. Jr. James E. Presnell Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - January 14, 2005 - James E. Presnell Jr., 66, passed away in Pueblo on Jan. 12, 2005. Survived by his wife, Carolyn of the family home in Pueblo. Services will be held in Denver on Tuesday. Pressey, Maurine Maurine (S.W. Jr.) Pressey - Pueblo Chieftain - May 19, 1987 - Mrs. Maurine (S.W. Jr.) Pressey late of Pueblo died unexpectedly May 16, 1987. Survived by her son, Sumner W. (Bev) Pressey III, Pueblo; daughter, Ruth (Don) McGuire, Colorado City; grandchildren, Daniel L. McGuire, Espanola, N.M.; David W. McGuire, Omaha, Neb.; and Pam Pressey (Tim) Vaughn, Denver; great-grandchildren, Leah and David McGuire. Survived also by sisters and brothers, Edna Motzkus, Fern Haslem, Gene (Clorine) Davis, Doris Dipo, Bess (Earl) Davis, Myrl (Donald) Jackson, Richard (Claris) Davis and June (John) Hellstrum, all of Salt Lake City, Utah; and numerous nieces and nephews. Member of First Baptist Church, Win One Class and Mary Baker Circle, Naomi Chapter No. 14, OES, Walsenburg. Born Feb. 21, 1907, in Salt Lake City and was a Pueblo resident for 39 years. Mrs. Pressey was a bookkeeper at S.W. Pressey & Sons Inc. for 20 years. Preceded in death by her husband, S.W. Pressey Jr., Jan. 25, 1987. Service, 11 a.m. Thursday, Davis-Wallin Memorial Chapel with Dr. David E. Horton and William Leroy officiating. Interment, Lakeside Cemetery, 1008 Elm Ave., Canon City. Visitation until 8:30 p.m. Wednesday and until 10:45 a.m. Thursday. In lieu of food and flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 405 W. Ninth, Pueblo, Colo., 81003. Pressey, Sumner Wadsworth Sumner Wadsworth Pressey - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 1987 - Sumner Wadsworth Pressey, lifetime Pueblo resident, died Sunday, Jan 25, 1987, at a local hospital. Survived by his wife, Maurine Pressey of the family home; son, Sumner W. (Bev) Pressey III, Pueblo; and daughter, Ruth (Don) McGuire, Colorado City. Also survived by two brothers, C. R. Pressey, Longmont, R. T. (Travis) Pressey, Portland, Ore.; three grandchildren, Daniel L. McGuire, Espanola, N.M., David W. McGuire, Pueblo, Pamela J. Pressey, Denver, two great-grandchildren, Leah and David McGuire; two nephews and one niece. Member of Huerfano Lodge No. 27, AF&AM, Walsenburg and Southern Colorado Consistory. Active member of First Baptist Church, the EMMAUS men's class, served as moderator and chairman of the Board of Trustees, as well as many other positions and was founder of the Fellowship Builders Class. Mr. Pressey attended both the University of Colorado and Denver University and was a 50-year member of Phi Delta Theta, an avid hunter and fisherman and longtime member of the CF&I Fin and Feather Club. Born Sept. 18, 1908. Mr. Pressey was the owner of S.W. Pressey & Son Inc. since 1948 and retired in 1975. Mr. and Mrs. Pressey Jr. were married Feb. 6, 1930, in Farmington, Utah. Service, 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, David-Wallin Memorial Chapel with Dr. David E. Horton and Mr. William Leroy officiating. Rose Croix Chapel Service. Interment, Lakeside Cemetery, Canon City. Visitation Wednesday, Jan. 28, to 8:30 p.m. and Thursday until service time. In lieu of food and flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 405 W. Ninth, Pueblo, 81003. Prestel, Erna Erna Prestel - Pueblo Chieftain - August 06, 2003 - Erna Prestel, 84, departed from her life here Aug. 2, 2003, after a brief illness (encephalitis). Preceded in death by her husband, Erwin Prestel in 1991; her mother, Frieda Augustine in 1987; and sister, Elizabeth in 1946 at age 23. Erna will be remembered and missed by her sisters, Lucia Hipp and Walery Rehar; two nephews and numerous nieces; her great-niece and her children, David and Ashley Connors, whom she adored. Her grieving pets that are left behind. Erna will be remembered by her neighbors, friends and all who got to know her for her wit, humor, generosity and compliments. Erma wanted people to feel good. She was a self-styled Zsa Zsa Gabor. She patronized restaurants and stores almost on a daily basis. Stores made her light up like a Christmas tree. After her retirement from the Colorado State Hospital in the 1970s, Erna dedicated her life to animals and birds. She had a deep compassion for suffering, homeless and lonely and neglected animals. She provided them with food and fresh water daily and vet care. She heard their cry and responded under any weather conditions, day or late night and greeted them with a loving word. Her main concern was, "Who will care for them when I am gone?" Donations may be made in memory of Erna to Pueblo Animal Shelter, through the funeral home. Honoring her wishes, there will be no viewing and no service. Family may be contacted through the funeral home. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com. Presto, Antonio Antonio Presto - Bayfield Blade - March 16, 1911 - Antonio Presto, a pioneer of Colorado, is dead at Trinidad. Preston, Dean Dean Preston - Pueblo Chieftain - March 13, 2006 - Dean Preston, 72, died Thursday, March 9, 2006. Memorial services were held Saturday, March 11, 2006, at 11 a.m. at Blackburn Shaw Funeral Chapel in Amarillo, Texas, with Glen Walton of Bell Avenue Church of Christ officiating. He was born in McLean, Texas to George and Elvie Preston. He lived in Pueblo, Colorado for over 29 years. After retiring from The Pueblo Chieftain, he moved back to the panhandle of Texas to Amarillo. Mr. Preston and his wife were married for 52 years. He was a member of the Church of Christ, a writer, gardener and fisherman. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis; daughters, Judith Preston of Albuquerque, N.M., Kim Estep, and Lisa (Lane) Harper, both of Amarillo, Texas; grandchildren, Jennifer Estep and Griffin Harper, both of Amarillo, Texas; brother, Jerry (Betty) Preston of Amarillo, Texas, and sister, Sue (Walt) of Fort Smith, Ark.; and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. Pretiger, Michael Michael "Mike" Pretiger - Pueblo Chieftain - July 12, 1987 - Michael "Mike" Pretiger, 73, late of 1635 E. 12th St., died July 10, 1987. Mr. Pretiger retired from the CF&I ore prep department in 1969 with 23 years of service. He is survived by his children, Mikel Crusha and George J. Pretiger, both of Pueblo, Mary A. Pretiger of Tucson, Ariz., and Susan Nevill of California. Graveside service, 3 p.m. Monday at Roselawn Cemetery. Family at 3222 Rex. Pretzer, Ekla M. Ekla M. Pretzer - Pueblo Chieftain - November 02, 2003 - Ekla M. Pretzer, 87, passed away Oct. 25, 2003, in Phoenix. Born June 7, 1916, in Nevada, Mo. She lived in Arizona for the last 3 years. Survived by her son, Lewis L. Anderson; three grandchildren, Vickie, Jeff, and Gary; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral service, 2:30 p.m. Monday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1515 E. Osborn, Phoenix, AZ, 85014, in her memory. Prevoc, Joe Joe Prevoc Bayfield Blade August 10, 1917 Boy Killed by Playmate Pueblo Joe Prevoc, 4-year-old Austrian, was killed by the accidental discharge of a .22-caliber rifle with which a companion was playing. Pribble, Norma Irene Norma Irene Moss Pribble - Colorado Springs Gazette - January 28, 2007 - Norma Irene Pribble born April 17, 1923 to the union of Gladys and Luther Moss in Boone Colorado, passed away on January 26, 2007. Norma, a Colorado native, retired from King Soopers, where she worked for 35 yrs. She also worked for Wendy's for 8 ½ yrs. Survived by her son James Pribble, daughter Katherine Williamson, grandchildren Robert Williamson, (wife Heather), Steven and Charles Garbizo, great granddaughter McKenzie Williamson., all of Colorado Springs. Also survived by her sisters, Mary Peters Gary and Ray Cooper and Elizabeth Paliga, all of Downer's Grove, Illinois and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her son Charles Pribble in 1989. Norma always gave of herself to everyone she knew. She worshipped her grandsons and great granddaughter, and was excited about the arrival of her 2nd great grandchild. "You were the most wonderful Grandma in the world thank you for everything I'll miss you." Visitation is on Monday, January 29 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Swan-Law, 501 N. Cascade Avenue. Services on Tuesday, January 30 at 10 a.m. at Swan-Law. A private burial will be held. In lieu of flowers send donations to Pikes Peak Hospice. Pribble, Rube Rube Pribble - Bayfield Blade - November 21, 1913 - Fight for Pardon Ended by Death - Colorado Springs - Death has answered Rube Pribble's plea for a pardon from the state penitentiary, where he was serving a sentence for murder, and his long fight for freedom is at an end. Pribble, who was twice convicted of the murder of William A. Neff in a brawl in a Monument saloon, Feb. 20, 1909, died at St. Francis hospital, in Pueblo, from pneumonia. He was taken ill while working on the state prison farm near Pueblo. Price, A. M. (Mrs.) Mrs. A. M. Carlile Price Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain December 18, 1879 Obituary A large number of our readers will be pained to hear of the death of Mrs. A. M. Price, a daughter of Mr. Walter Carlile. She has been suffering from a painful illness for a long time and on Friday death came to her relief. She was about twenty-five years old, and was a niece of J. N. Carlile. She was a lady of refined and amiable nature and made friends of all who came in contact with her, and their sympathies go out to the bereaved husband and friends. The funeral will take place from their residence in Craig's addition, at two o'clock today. Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain December 18, 1879 The funeral of Mrs. A. M. Price was well attended on Sunday, notwithstanding the cold weather prevailing in the afternoon. The services were conducted by Rev. Edmondson in a very impressive manner. Mr. Price, the husband, is at work on the railroad below Las Vegas. He was telegraphed to but failed to receive it and did not get here to attend the funeral. Price, Anna L. Anna L. Price - Steamboat Pilot November 22, 2004 - Steamboat Springs, CO - Former Routt County resident Anna L. Stanko Price died Nov. 16, 2004, at La Villa Grande Care Center in Grand Junction. She was 99. Anna was born July 29, 1905, in Walsenburg to Peter and Anna Zubal Stanko. She moved with her family in 1907 to a ranch in the Southside neighborhood west of Steamboat Springs. Anna grew up helping her parents on the ranch, and she was one of the first students to attend the newly formed Southside School. In October 1926, Anna married William "Bill" Price at Holy Name Catholic Church in Steamboat. Anna and Bill ranched in the Southside and Sidney neighborhoods, during which time Anna gave birth to two sons, Walter and Donald. In 1952, Anna and Bill moved to Denver, where Bill worked until his retirement. The couple moved to Grand Junction in 1982. Bill passed away there in 1993. Anna was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Anna; her husband; three sisters, Mary, Susie and Helen; a brother, Peter; and a son, Walter. She is survived by a son, Donald and his wife Eleanor of Sun Lakes, Ariz.; a sister, Julia Moore of Las Vegas, Nev.; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A service was held Nov. 18, 2004, at St. Joseph's Church. Burial took place in Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Mesa County Unit, P.O. Box 474, Grand Junction, Colo. 81502. Price, Audrey J. Audrey J. Price - Pueblo Chieftain - May 04, 2001 - A memorial service and celebration of life for Audrey J. Price (1921 -- 2000) will be held Mother's Day, May 13, 2001, at Faith United Methodist Church at 4 in the afternoon. Mrs. Price is survived by her son, Jerry D. Price of Las Vegas, Nev., and her daughter, Sheila Spiro of Silverdale, Wash.; grandchildren, Randy Price, Debbie Marquez, Gerri Dee Price, Wendy Podoll and Sarah Spiro; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place at Lewis Funeral Chapel in Bremerton, Wash. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Boys and Girls Club, 2601 Sprague, Pueblo, CO 81004; (719) 564-0055 in memory of Mrs. Price. Price, Bob Bob Price - La Veta Signature - December 27, 1990 - Bob Price, 53, of Cookeville, Tennessee, formerly of Walsenburg, died Thursday, December 13, 1990. Mr. Price was born August 28, 1937 in Pueblo to Carl and Mae Price. The family moved to Walsenburg in 1939. In 1946 Carl Price started his own garage which later became the Carl Price and Son Radiator and Wrecker Service, which Bob owned and operated until his health began to fail. Mr. Price lived for several years in San Diego, CA and moved to Cookeville, TN about three months ago. Mr. Price was an active member of the Elks Lodge. Mr. Price is survived by his wife, Louise Price, Cookeville, TN, a son Donald (Tammy) Price, La Veta, a daughter, Cindy (Bruce) Peterson, Cookeville, TN, two grandsons, Justin and Chance Price, La Veta, a granddaughter Ashley Peterson, Cookeville, TN, four sisters, Lois (Don) Bryant, Manhattan, KS, Charlene (Andrew) Demshki, Colorado Springs, Joan (Robert) Zinko, Mesa, AZ, Carla (Rob) Nickens, Sheridan WY, numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Carl Price, September 2, 1981, and Mae price, January 20, 1983. Funeral service from Boies Almont Memorial Chapel, were held December 17 with Gordon Kelley officiating. BPOE Graveside Ritual by the Walsenburg Lodge No. 1086. Interment will be at the Huerfano Masonic Cemetery. Price, Cyril O. Cyril O. Price - Pueblo Chieftain - March 7, 1986 - Cyril O. Price, late of 1947 Siloam Road South, Pueblo. Service 11 a.m. Friday, March 7, 1986, at Florence Mortuary Chapel, Loel Gray officiating. Interment, Union Highland Cemetery, Florence. Price, Frances A. Frances Price - Pueblo Chieftain - October 25, 2005 - Frances Price, age 90, passed away Oct. 22, 2005. She is survived by her son, Charles (Dale) Price; sisters, Ann Pullaro, Lillian Burleson and Shirley Keen; brother, Joseph Pugel; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Roscoe J. Price, in 1986; daughters, Mary Ann Ridenour and Shirley Rae Price; and her sister, Mary Datz. Frances owned with her husband, Stem Beach and Broken Dollar taverns, and worked at Muggsy's Bar for several years. She was a member of Holy Family Parish. Viewing, noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, and the family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends following the interment at Holy Family Church Hall. Pueblo Chieftain - October 26, 2005 - Frances A. Price. Also preceded in death by brother, James Pugel. Viewing, noon to 4 p.m. today, and the family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m., at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends following the interment at Holy Family Church Hall. Price, Helen Iris Helen Iris Price - Pueblo Chieftain - December 16, 1987 - Helen Iris Price, 86, died Dec. 13, 1987, at Huerfano County Hospital after a brief illness. A longtime La Veta resident, Mrs. Price was a Walsenburg resident since 1982. Preceded in death by her husband, Ted, March 22, 1986. Survivors include daughter, Jewel (Fred) Eubanks, Riverside, Calif.; a brother, James Jewel, Ecorse, Mich.; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at La Veta Cemetery. Price, John Burris John Burris Price - The Kansas City Star - October 30, 1994 - John Burris Price, 87, Independence, a former owner of an auto parts store, died Oct. 26, 1994, at the Independence Regional Health Center. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the Carson Independence Chapel; burial in Mount Washington Cemetery. The family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association. Mr. PRICE owned Bur-Ra Auto Parts in Kansas City from 1964 to 1976. He worked for the Richards & Conover Hardware Co. for 35 years and left as sales manager in 1964. He was a member of the Melrose United Methodist Church and was chairman of its John Wesley Bible study group, which he founded, for 14 years. He was born in Walsenburg, Colo., and had lived in this area since 1929. Survivors include his wife, Marguerite Price of the home; a son, John G. Price, Casper, Wyo.; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Price, John H. John H. Price - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - October 15, 1868 Fatal Affray - The following account of a fatal affray, near the mouth of the Huerfano, has been sent us by a gentleman at Fort Reynolds: "At a fandango, on the Huerfano, Saturday, October 10th, given by French Joe, a son-in-law of Charley Autubees, a party of soldiers and citizen employees from Fort Reynolds attended. About midnight a Mexican fired upon one of the soldiers, who was very drunk, and who instantly returned the fire. The soldier's name is George H. Greenland. Mr. John H. Price, a carpenter at the Fort, in attempting to take the pistol from Greenland received a shot in the right breast, from which he died Monday morning. Mr. Price was much esteemed by all who knew him." We learn from other sources that the soldier, Greenland, was badly injured in the fray, and that his recovery is doubtful. Colorado Weekly Chieftain, Thursday, October 22, 1868, page 3: We were in error last week in stating that the fatal affray, in which Mr. Price lost his life, occurred at Mr. Autubees. It took place at a point distant two miles from that place on the Huerfano. Colorado Weekly Chieftain - October 15, 1868 - The body of Mr. Price, who was killed at Charley Autubees', on Saturday last, was buried at this place on Tuesday by the Good Templars, of which order the deceased had been a member. Price, John Wierman John Wierman Price - Weekly Ignacio Chieftain - March 12, 1920 - John Wierman Price was born Oct. 17, 1843 in Putman county, Ill., and died in a Pueblo hospital March 7, 1920, his span of life being 76 years, 4 months and 14 days. He grew to manhood at his birthplace and was married to Elizabeth Flower of the same neighborhood and who passed away about nine years ago. To this union two children were born: Sadie Price Aspaas and Wm. F. Price, both residents of this county. In 1877 deceased moved to the plains of central Kansas with his family, and in 1900 he moved to Colorado and settled on the Fort Lewis mesa, below Fort Lewis, in which neighborhood he lied till a few yeas ago. In May, 1916, he was stricken with a partial stroke of paralysis from which he never fully recovered; and since he has made his home with his daughter at this place. About three weeks ago it was thought advisable to remove him to a hospital and arrangements were made and he was taken to Pueblo where he died in less than a week. Deceased was a member by birth of the Society of Friends, commonly called Quakers, and lived the faith nearly as possible with the rigors of frontier life. During his active life he was always cheerful and quick with repartee and joke. He loved children and was always happy in his association with them. He was always ready with helpful hand and cheerful word to help a neighbor in distress. The last few years, seeming to realize that his life work was done, he has often expressed the wish to be laid to rest. The funeral services held at the Aspaas home Wednesday were conducted by Rev. Chambers of Bayfield and the remains laid to rest in the local cemetery. The profound sympathy of the community goes to the bereaved family. Price, Louise Louise Price - Huerfano World - May 2, 2002 - Louise Price, 65, long time resident of Walsenburg, passed away Tuesday, Apr. 30, 2002 at her daughter's home in Cookeville, TN. Mrs. Price was born on Aug. 15, 1936 to Virgil and Eula Beaty. For many years, she and her husband, Robert, owned and operated Carl Price & Son Wrecker Service in Walsenburg. She is survived by her daughter, Cindy (Bruce Peterson) Price, son Don (Trudy) Price, La Veta, grandchildren, Justin, Chance and Trey Price, Ashley and Alec Peterson, Dalton and Dakota Mason, sisters, Nola Geiser, Ila Dean Vittatoe, Evelyn Nivens, brothers, Dorman, H.L., and Nobel (Jake) Beaty. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Bobby" Price, and twin sister, Elise Beaty. Graveside service, 1 p.m., May 6, 2002, in the Huerfano Masonic Cemetery in Walsenburg. Price, Marie Marie "Babe" Price - Reno Gazette-Journal - February 19, 2004 - Reno, NV - Rose Marie "Babe" Price, age 78, died on February 10, 2004 in Carson City, NV. She was born January 15, 1926 in Trinidad, CO to Antonio and Rose DiPaola. She was the youngest of 8 children. She graduated from Holy Trinity High School in Trinidad. After high school she worked at a POW camp outside Trinidad. She moved to LA and worked at the Southern California Gas Co. where she met her husband, Wayne. She lived in Carson City, NV for 32 years and worked at the Dept. of Education as an executive secretary from which she retired. She was an active member of St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. She was on the board of directors for the Democratic Woman's Committee and she was also involved with the Retired Public Employees of Nevada. She loved her large and extended family which included her husband of 54 years, Wayne of Carson City, NV; daughters Kathy Price of Torrance, CA, and Cindy Gower (Mike) of Carson City; sisters Josephine Maio of Trinidad, CO, and Mary Chapparo of Van Nuys, CA; grandchildren, Kristi Pieretti, Jennifer Johnson, Fred, Julie & Mark Gower; great grandchildren Alyssa Moran, Nicholas and Austin Johnson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church in Carson City on Monday, February 16, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Teresa of Avila Building Fund, 3000 N. Lompa Lane, Carson City, NV 89706, or St. Jude's Children's Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101. Capitol City Cremation & Burial Society is handling arrangements. Price, Meda Meda Price - Huerfano World - June 4, 1992 - This Week in La Veta History - 1924: Mrs. Meda Price, wife of Charles H. Price, who used to ranch and run a summer resort on Indian Creek, died in California. Price, Mr. Mr. Price - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - October 22, 1868 - We were in error last week in stating the fatal affray, in which Mr. Price lost his life, occurred at Mr. Autobees. It took place at a point distant two miles from that place on the Huerfano. Price, Raymond Edgar Raymond E. Price Huerfano World April 22, 2004 - Raymond Edgar Price, 89, passed away April 12, 2004. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Beatrice Price; son, Clifford Price; and sister, June Ricketts. Raymond is survived by his children, Linda Rae Botens, Ben M. and Kenneth Price. Also survived by sisters, Stella McNeil, Virginia Pedersen, and Leatrice Hultman; brother, Reilley Price; numerous grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Raymond served in the Army during World War 11. Raymond mapped out the Taos Trail, especially in Huerfano County. He put up five crosses to represent his faith. He built the hornos at La Veta's Fort Francisco. Raymond kept the Gardner Roundup Festival going every year where he built the barbecue pit for the festival. He implemented the "Voices of the Past" in Huerfano County schools, where it was his goal to teach the youth about their heritage. Raymond was an active church member, helping with the youth and the congregation, always willing to give to those in need. Memorial service, 10 a.m., Saturday, April 24, 2004, Walsenburg Church of Christ, Walsenburg. At Raymond's request, cremation has taken place. Price, Richard E. Richard E. "Dick" Price - Pueblo Chieftain - April 21, 2000 - Richard E. "Dick" Price, 83, of Canon City, born April 25, 1916, passed away April 18, 2000, in Pueblo. Mr. Price was born in a sod house (a soddy) north of Norton, Kansas, in Furnas County, Neb. He grew up in the farming communities of Harlan and Furnas counties, Neb., and graduated from Stamford High School in Stamford, Neb., with the class of 1935. He also attended Brown Business College in La Junta and the University of Colorado in Boulder. After graduating from high school, he worked for various farmers in the community. He also worked at the Swink Sugar Mills in Swink, Colo., and for the CB&Q and Santa Fe railroads. In 1939, he joined the U.S. Army, serving in the Army Corps of Engineers for 20-plus years. He saw action in Alaska, the South Pacific, Philippines, the European Theater of Operations and the Korean Conflict. While serving in Alaska, he took the first convoy over the Alcan Highway. Altogether he spent eight years on foreign soil before his retirement as master sergeant in 1959. He also worked for the federal civil service as a supply administrator, retiring in 1980. All told, he served his country for over 40 years. In his early years, he was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, hiking and camping. He was active in his church and civic organizations, performing much volunteer work in each, including serving as a coordinator and volunteer for 15 years in the chamber of commerce tourist information cabins. Mr. Price was a member of the United Presbyterian Church of Canon City, Masonic Lodge AF&AM No. 31, Southern Colorado Consistory, Al Kaly Shrine Temple, life member of the European Continental Shrine Club, Sunrise Lions of Canon City, National Association of Retired Federal Employees, life member of VFW Post 4061, American Legion Post 13, DAV Post 12, the Retired Enlisted Association, Association of the U.S. Army, the National Rifle Association and AARP. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Almira (McCormick) Price.; sister, Mary H. Anderson; and brother, Raymond M. Price. He is survived by his wife, Martha N. Warbington, whom he married on Dec. 25, 1942; three sisters-in-law, Alice Warbington, Billings, Mont., Alice Price, Grand Island, Neb., and Gladys Warbington, Pueblo. Visitation, 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 21, Holt Family Funeral Home. Funeral service, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22, Holt Chapel of the Garden, Pastor Maurice Campbell officiating. Interment, Lakeside Cemetery. Price, Robert Lee Sr. Robert Lee Price Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - March 11, 2001 - Robert Lee Price Sr., 84, departed this life March 8, 2001, at the Minnequa Medicenter. A Pueblo resident since 1944, Mr. Price came here as part of the U.S. Army Air Corps No. 215 AAF Base Unit, which was a segregated unit stationed at the Pueblo Army Air Base. He attained the rank of private first class. He recieved the American Theater Ribbon and World War II Victory Medal although his unit did not allow foreign service. Mr. Price was born Feb. 22, 1917, in Lonoke, Ark. He retired from the CF&I Steel Mill open hearth dept. with over 30 years of service. He was a member of Eureka Lodge No. 2 F&AM (PHA). He was named Mason of the Year in 1995 by his lodge brothers and he recieved a service award from his church, Bethelehem Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Evans and Mary (McDaniel) Price; sisters, Catherine Price, Pearl Woods, Ethel Mullen, Margaret Burris, Fannie Price, Irene Price; and brothers, Patrick, Evans, Virgo, Vee Dee and Emmett Price. Mr. Price leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 55 years, Frances Kittrell Price; children, Richard T. Price, Frances P. Price, Robert L. Price Jr. and Dr. Paul L. Hamilton (Ed.D.)four grandchildren, Askia (Carmen) Toure, Issac White Price, Karen Plummer and Trenton Tipton; three great-grandchildren, Kham Shem Toure, Michelle Clemons and Shatisha Fitzsgerald; his church; and his lodge family. Visitation, 1 to 7 p.m. Monday, Angelus Chapel. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Rev. F.L. Chandler officiating. Full military honors at graveside by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at 167 Cornell Circle. Price, Roscoe J. Roscoe J. Price - Pueblo Chieftain - October 27, 1986 - Roscoe J. Price, Oct. 25, 1986. Husband of Frances A. Price. Father of Charles (Dale) Price, Sandy, Utah; Mary Ann (George) Ridenour, Pueblo; and Shirley Rae Price, Pueblo. Grandfather of seven; great-grandfather of three. Brother of Pauline Johnson, Pueblo, and Grace Kaylor, Dayton, Ohio. Also survived by numerous sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, and nephews. He was a member of Holy Family parish, a former employee at CF&I Steel Corp., private businessman and retired from Walter's Brewery. Rosary, 7 p.m. Monday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial. He will lie in state at the funeral home until 6 p.m. Monday. The family will receive friends at the family home. Please omit food gifts. Price, Sylvia C. Sylvia C. Price - Pueblo Chieftain - May 25, 2006 - Sylvia C. Price passed away May 23, 2006, in Pueblo. Sylvia was born Sept. 28, 1907, in Rogersville, Mo., and moved to Colorado over 80 years ago. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Thornton Hayes in 1945, and Harvey Price in 1972; her parents, two brothers and two grandsons. Her survivors include her children, Donald (Ruby Jean) Hayes, Richard Stanley (Janice) Hayes, Betty Davis, Charles "Jerry" (Linda) Hayes, Robert (Mary) Hayes and Shirley (Dominic) Radosta; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation for Mrs. Price, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, at the mortuary. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Mountain View Cemetery. Price, Ted Ted Price - Pueblo Chieftain - March 25, 1986 - Ted Price, 89, passed away March 22,1986, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Price was born in Crested Butte on Dec. 22,1896, to William and Mary Price. While still a baby, the family moved to the Walsenburg/Huerfano County area where he attended schools in the mining camps. At the age of 14, he went to work at various Huerfano County mines until 1921. He was married to the former Helen Jewell on July 15,1921, in La Veta. In 1923, the couple moved to Michigan, where he was in the building trade until 1931. In 1931, he moved to Oregon where he worked in a sawmill, eventually becoming the mill supervisor. While working full time at his job, he also homesteaded a ranch. He did both for 33 years, retiring in 1964. The couple moved back home to Walsenburg in 1983. Mr. Price was a past member of the Macabees, the Teamsters Union, and the United Mine Workers of America Local 9856. He also was a member of the Old Welch Church. Mr. Price is survived by his wife, Helen, of the family home in Walsenburg; a daughter, Jewell (Fred) Eubanks, Riverside, Calif.; a brother, Thomas Price, Pueblo; three sisters, Margaret Supancic, Longmont, Ida Grinblum, Denver, and Jean Nickles of California. Three grandchildren, one great-grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Mr. Price is predeceased by a brother and three sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 26, at the First Baptist Church in La Veta, with the Rev. Marck Anderson officiating. Interment will be at the La Veta Cemetery. Price, Thomas R. Thomas R. Price - Pueblo Chieftain - April 23, 2003 - Thomas R. Price, 62, passed away April 21, 2003. He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas H. and Anona Price. Survived by his wife, Irene A. Price; children, Timothy M. (Grace) Price, Castle Rock, Colo., Thomas S. (Shanda) Price, Lamar, Colo., Tammy (Adam Blatnik) Price, Greeley, Colo., and Joseph Price, Silverton, Colo.; grandchildren, Jennifer Price, Jessica Price, Thomas Price, Nicole Price, Andrew Price, Tiffany Blatnik and Joseph Blatnik. Also survived by his sisters, Sandy Chavez of New Mexico and Paula J. (Joe) Pierce of Texas; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mr. Price was self- educated, retired from the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo, was a member of the American Motorcycle Association and enjoyed playing tennis at the Pueblo Country Club. He was an avid reader, loved listening to Paul Harvey and enjoyed watching the Broncos, the Rockies and car racing. Cremation, with a memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, T.G. McCarthy Chapel. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. The family will receive friends at 2028 Greenwood following the service. Prichard, Georgia E. Georgia E. Prichard - Pueblo Chieftain - September 06, 1998 - Georgia E. Prichard, 78, of Pueblo, passed away Sept. 4, 1998. She was a co-owner of 29th Street Barber Shop and a past member of Eastern Star. Survived by loving husband of 60 years, Harvey C. Prichard. Also survived by daughter, Pat Smith of Pueblo West- and son, H. Clay (Kay) Prichard of Federal Way, Wash.- grandchildren, Vanessa Johnson and Sandey Muma, both of Nashville, Tenn., Jeffrey (Chris) Prichard, Sunnyside, Wash., and Jennifer Prichard, Tacoma, Wash.- and five great-grandchildren. Visitation at the funeral home, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday. , 10 a.m. Wednesday at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel with Rev. Bill Morris of Evangelical Free Church of Pueblo West officiating. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to Alzheimer's Association, 1201 W. Abriendo Ave., Building A, Pueblo, Colo. 81005. Prichard, J. B. J. B. Pritchard - Pueblo Chieftain - January 20, 2000 - J. B. Pritchard, 81, of Las Animas, died Jan. 18, 2000, in the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center, La Junta, Colo. He is survived by wife, Helen (Wadhams); daughter, Diane Pritchard of La Junta; a son, Gary (Indie) Pritchard of Las Animas; sister, Velma (Wade) Hickman of Maryville, Tenn.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Graveside service, 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 21, at the Las Animas Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice, First Presbyterian Church or the charity of choice. Prichard, Mildred Mildred Prichard Pueblo Chieftain August 24, 2009 - Mildred Prichard. 86, of Pueblo, Colo., died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo. Mildred was born Sept. 22, 1922, in Andalusia, Ala., to David and Lacy (Black) Rushing. She was married to Brawner Hugh Prichard in Andalusia, Ala. on Feb. 8, 1941. They moved to Pueblo in 1952. She is survived by four children, daughters, Mary (Gary) Pedersen of Georgetown, Texas, Ann Campbell of Denver and Patricia Stecklein of Roswell, N.M.; son, Chuck (Jackie Fisher) of Pueblo; seven grandchildren, Gary Pedersen of Geneva, Switzerland, Jon Pedersen of Murrieta, Calif., Kimberly Halsted of Roswell, N.M., Kris Stecklein of Lubbock, Texas, Tracy Campbell of Denver, Colo., Kerry Campbell of Denver and Sean Cambell of Lawton, Okla.; 12 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Nellie Wagner of Miami, Fla., Corene Alcorn of Bethel Park, Pa., Orene King of Andalusia, Ala. and Betty Sue Bell of Navarre, Fla.; and three brothers, Leon Burl Rushing of Andalusia, Ala. , Lawrence Rushing of Andalusia, Ala. and Robert "Bob" Rushing of Many, Ala.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mildred was preceded in death by her mother, Lacy Lee (Black) Rushing of Andalusia, Ala.; father, Thomas McDavid Rushing of Andalusia, Ala.; husband; brother, Leonard L. Rushing of Many, La.; half-brother, Glady Rushing of Vancleave, Miss.; half-sister, Ruby Rushing of Orlando, Fla.; and son-in-law, Richard Stecklein. Mildred retired in 1987, after working for 38 years in the Dietary Department of the Colorado State Hospital. She enjoyed collecting cookbooks, sewing, helping others, and sharing her many stories. Viewing, from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, August 29, 2009, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Prien, MaryRose Yolanda MaryRose Yolanda (Gallegos) Prien - Pueblo Chieftain - November 11, 2000 - MaryRose Yolanda (Gallegos) Prien, 46, departed this life peacefully with her family at her bedside Nov. 9, 2000, at St. Mary-Corwin hospital. She was a receptionist at the Pueblo County Department of Social Services. Born June 3, 1954, in Pueblo to Filemon and Maria Ambrosita Gallegos. She married her soulmate Andrew Prien on May 29, 1993. MaryRose was a devoted wife and mother, as her passion was to support Andrew and her children in their lives and careers, as well as Janelle with her dancing with the Ballet Folklorico Dancers. She was the stronghold of her family and lived for family time and holidays. Her holiday decorating talent was also shared at work, where she enjoyed her job as a receptionist at DSS. MaryRose's life was all about music, as she was a lifelong member of El Mariachi de Pueblo and was a recipient of a Pueblo 2000 music award. MaryRose loved singing harmony with her sisters, "Las Hermanas Gallegos," dancing and collecting sunflower and bear items. Her lifelong ministry was touching the lives of everyone she met with a dimpled smile, humor, and beauty. The overwhelming support during her illness reflected just how many lives she had touched. She will continue to live in the hearts and minds of many. She is preceded in death by father, Filemon Gallegos; grandfather, Margarito Trujillo; grandparents, Pablo and Andelecia Gallegos; father-in-law, Charlie Prien; brother-in-law, John Gutierrez. Survived by her dedicated husband, Andrew Prien, Pueblo; children, Jacqueline (Gerald) Trujillo, Pueblo, Joann (Brent) Tillman, Pueblo; Jack Aguilar Jr., Pueblo, Janelle Aguilar, Pueblo; grandson, Gerald Paul Trujillo, Pueblo; brother, Paul (Suzanne) Gallegos, Pueblo; sisters, Margaret (Dave) Smith, Spokane, Wash., Loretta (Ken) Kitto, Denver, Colo., Lydia (Tom) Portillos, Pueblo, Christina (Jim) Tigner, Pueblo, Karla (Gerald) Cordova, Pueblo, Della (Robert) Montoya, Phoenix, Ariz., Rita (Dwight) Stevens, California; grandmother, Aurora Trujillo, Rociada, N.M.; mother-in-law, Ida Prien, Pueblo, Colo. Also survived by numerous nephews and nieces and other relatives and friends. Visitation, 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday. Rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Mass, 1:30 p.m. Monday. Both services at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Church, Rev. Robert Carden, celebrant. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to MaryRose Prien Memorial Fund at Decibel Credit Union. Family will receive friends at 1737 Jerry Murphy Rd. Priest, Mildred D. Mildred D. Priest - Pueblo Chieftain - June 26, 1986 - Mildred D. Priest, a Pueblo resident for 65 years, late of 1620 W. 27th St., passed away June 25, 1986. Mrs. Priest was a member of the First Seventh-day Adventist Church. She is survived by three sons, William H. Priest Jr. of Pueblo, Davis E. Priest of Auburn, Wash., and Paul R. Priest of Caldwell, Idaho; one daughter, Shirley Jose of Englewood; one sister, Helen Norman of Pueblo; four grandsons; four granddaughters; and numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the First Seventh-day Adventist Church, 3910 O'Neal, with Pastor Eric Nelson officiating. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Prieto-Prado, Armando Armando Prieto-Prado - Pueblo Chieftain - November 7, 2004 - Armando Prieto-Prado, 28, our son went to be with the Lord on Nov. 2, 2004. He is survived by his parents, Florentino and Elisa Prieto; brothers, Jesus (Mercedes), Alberto, Elizardo (Yvonne), Arturo (Verna); sister, Carmen (Evert) Sandoval; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and friends. We pray for his eternal rest as he leaves a great emptiness in our hearts. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, at Imperial Funeral Home. Rosary, 6 p.m. Sunday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Prigmore, Betty A. Betty A. Prigmore - Pueblo Chieftain - November 16, 2003 - Betty A. Prigmore, 73, went to rejoin her husband, William Prigmore (1993) in the presence of the Lord on Nov. 14, 2003. Betty leaves to cherish her memory her children, Roy, Charles, Bruce (Mary), Peter (Lisa) Prigmore; seven grandchildren, brother, Bill Shrock; sisters, Lula Love and Joyce Nix; as well as other relatives and friends. Betty will always be remembered for the love she had for her God, her family, camping, games and the laughter she always shared. A special lady will be sadly missed. Viewing will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, 2003, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home, and funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003, Westminster Presbyterian Church, with interment to follow Roselawn Cemetery. Prigmore, Eunice L. Eunice L. "June" Prigmore - Pueblo Chieftain - July 20, 1986 - Eunice L. "June" Prigmore of 1237 Berwind, passed away July 18, 1986. Wife of Lester V. Prigmore and mother of Jack L. (JoAnn) Davis, Ramone, Calif.; Kenneth (Katrina) Lenz, Tucson, Ariz.; Kenneth (Sherry) Prigmore, Trinidad; Gregory (Cindy) Prigmore, Grand Junction; Richard (Bonnie) Prigmore, Wichita Falls, Texas; Carolyn Sykes, Portland, Ore.; and Kathy (Tim) Clement, Denver. Sister-in-law of Mildred (Mark) Magan; Ruth Herron; Dorothy Guerstene; William (Betty) Prigmore; and Richard (Clara Ann) Prigmore, all of Pueblo; Virginia (Dick) Hinderman, Mesa, Ariz., and Robert (Virginia) Prigmore, Tucson, Ariz. Survived also by 19 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Mrs. Prigmore was a member of the Parkview, Assembly of God Church. Service, 2 p.m. Tuesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel will be conducted by the Rev. Bobby Wilson, pastor, Parkview Assembly of God Church. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Prijatel, Albert Joseph Albert Joseph Prijatel - Pueblo Chieftain - October 12, 1997 - Albert Joseph Prijatel passed away Oct. 9, 1997, in Bergenfield, N.J., while residing with his daughter, Betty Ann (Jim) Hatton. Preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth. Survived by daughters, Charlotte Cook, Denver, Colo., and Betty (Jim) Hatton, Bergenfield, N.J.- seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Brother of Ida (Dugan) Golob, Pueblo- Phil (Marge) Prijatel, California- Paul (Helen) Prijatel and Ralph (Helen) Prijatel, all of Pueblo. Brother-in-law of Rose (John) Jesik, Pueblo-Dorothy (Nick) Baldi, California- Bernice Elich, Ann Zupancic and Angela Zupancic, all of Pueblo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Edward and Connie Prijatel, and brother-in-law, Voyd Elich. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Church in his memory. Friends and relatives will meet in the church basement for a luncheon following the service. The family may be contacted at 34 Clemson Drive. Prijatel, Edward S. Edward S. Prijatel - Pueblo Chieftain - June 10, 2006 - Edward S. Prijatel, 92, born Nov. 30, 1913, passed away June 8, 2006. Preceded in death by his wife, Rose; parents, Joseph and Anna; brothers, Joseph, Frank, Rudy and Anthony Prijatel; and sister, Anna Yaklich. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Edward was a U.S. Army veteran serving in the Pacific Theatre during World War II for five years. He retired from the CF&I Rod Mill after 42 years of service. He was a life member of BPOE No. 90 and Pueblo Aerie No. 145. Viewing, 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to St. Francis Xavier Church in Edward's memory. Prijatel, Ethel Irene Ethel Irene "Babe" Prijatel - Pueblo Chieftain - September 26, 2003 - Ethel Irene "Babe" Prijatel. Sunrise, Jan. 14, 1913, in St. Joseph, Mo.; Sunset, Sept. 24, 2003, in Pueblo, Colo. She called herself a native of Pueblo, actually she moved here with her parents from St. Joseph, Mo., at the age of 5. She attended Bradford and Fountain Elementary schools and Centennial High. After high school, she worked as a secretary in a real estate office. In the 1950s she became a secretary to the radiologist at St. Mary Hospital. When the hospitals consolidated, she was appointed secretary to the Administrator Sister Grace Marie and eventually became housemother in the Hospital School of Nursing. Exposed to nursing, she became a Licensed Practical Nurse. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church for over 70 years where she served as secretary for the former Alter and Rosary Society. Also city wide secretary for the Legion of Mary. Irene was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years Joseph Prijatel; her parents, Samuel and Hermine Baldwin; brother, Elmer Baldwin; sisters, Gertrude Williams and Vera Pickeral. She is survived by nieces and caregivers, Juanita Blatnick, Louise Turley, Kathleen Kenick and Irene Blatnick. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and brother-in-law Edward Prijatel. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. today at the mortuary. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2003, in the St. Francis Catholic Church, 611 Logan Ave., with Father Tom Hinne as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Imperial Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the St. Francis Church. Prijatel, Rudolph E. Rudolph E. "Rudy" Prijatel - Pueblo Chieftain - October 02, 2000 - Rudolph E. "Rudy" Prijatel, 92, born Sept. 27, 1908, in Pueblo, passed away Sept. 29, 2000. Preceded in death by wife, Mary Prijatel; parents, Joseph and Anna Prijatel; brothers, Joseph, Frank and Anthony Prijatel; and sister, Ann Yaklich. Survived by brother, Edward S. Prijatel; sister-in-law, Irene Prijatel; and also numerous nieces and nephews. Rudy was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II. He retired from the CF&I after 45 years and was a member of Pueblo Aerie No. 145 FOE and the VFW 3641. He also loved to spend his days shopping. Viewing, Monday, noon until 5 p.m., and Tuesday, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Prince, Agnes M. Agnes M. Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - November 13, 2002 - Agnes M. Prince, 88, passed away Nov. 12, 2002. Preceded in death by her parents, Gasper and Anna Prince; sisters, Mary Pograjc, Rose Guye, Josephine Godec, Anna Burns; and brothers, Frank J. and Andrew E. Prince. Agnes is survived by sister, Dorothy E. Prince of Pueblo, and numerous nieces and nephews. Agnes was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and the Immaculate Conception Lodge No. 104. Agnes helped her brother, Andy, in the operation of the Prince Pharmacy for many years. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15. Both services at St. Mary's Catholic Church with interment at Roselawn following the Mass. In lieu of food and flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Agnes to the Historic Southside Catholic Community. Prince, Catherine A. Catherine A. Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - July 01, 1986 - Catherine A. Prince, June 29, 1986. Wife of Ludwig A. Prince, who passed away June 26, 1971. Mother of John (Edyth) Prince, Pueblo; Margaret (Paul) Hendrickson, Tucson, Ariz.; Ludwig (Betty) Prince Jr., Pueblo; and Mary Kay (Joe) Prutch, Pueblo. Grandmother of Mark, Jeanette, and Natalie Prince; Kim (Ron) Thurston, Joe Prutch Jr., and Kathy Prutch; Glenna (Allen) Kyle and Joyce (Pete) Giadone. Great-grandmother of Nicole Thurston. Sister of Mary Bozaich, Angela Davis, Rose Romick, Dorothy Cernac, Tony Perse, and Leo Perse. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Member of St. Mary Parish. Services, St. Mary Church: Mass of Christian Burial, 7 p.m. Tuesday; rosary, 10 a.m. Wednesday. Interment, Roselawn. The family will receive friends at St. Mary Church after the Tuesday evening service. Prince, Charles Woodrow Charles Woodrow Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - January 15, 1999 - Charles Woodrow Prince, 59, of Boone, Colo., died Jan. 14, 1999, at his home. Survived by his mother, Helen Prince- wife, Rosemary Prince, both of Boone- daughter, Cathy (Steve) Rodell- son, Richard (Melonie) Prince of Pueblo- one brother, Bill (Betty) Prince of Longmont, Colo.- one sister- Mary (Harold) Moore of Camp Verdi, Ariz.- and three grandchildren. Also survived by two sons, Chris and Doug Prince. s, 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, 1999, at Griffy Family Funeral Chapel in Fowler. Prince, David L. David L. Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - March 12, 2002 - A lifelong Pueblo resident, passed away March 9, 2002, in Pueblo. David was born Oct. 28, 1935, to Jack and Jessie Prince. He was a graduate of Pueblo Centennial High School, a veteran of the U.S. Navy and will be missed by his friends at the dog track. David was employed at the CF&I Wire Mill before his retirement. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Michael; daughter, Kimberly; and brother, Donald Prince. His survivors include his sisters, Diana (Owen) Cowan of Arizona; and Geraldine Boone of Colorado Springs; his granddaughter, Chantal Prince, whom he cherished; as well as several nieces and nephews. No viewing. Cremation, Davis Crematory. The family will greet friends from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesday at 126 Deauville, the home of his niece. Prince, Helen M. Helen M. Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - July 16, 1999 - Helen M. Prince, 79, Boone resident since 1939, died Wednesday, July 14, 1999, at a Pueblo Hospital. Survived by one son, Bill (Betty) Prince of Longmont, Colo.- one daughter, Mary (Harold) Moore of Camp Verdi, Ariz.- five brothers, John, Clyde, Dale, Leonard and Fred Bohannan, all of Springdale, Ark.- two sisters, Lolita Woods of Springfield, Mo., and Velma Van Sandt of Pueblo. There are nine grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow W. Prince on Dec. 17, 1988- a son, J.D. Prince in 1958 and a son, Charles on Jan. 14, 1999 - and a grandson, Terry Moore in 1984. Services,10 a.m. Monday, July 19, 1999, at Griffy Family Funeral Chapel in Fowler with burial to be in Fowler Cemetery. Prince, Jack Jack "Jake" Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - December 17, 1986 - Jack "Jake" Prince, lifetime resident of Pueblo, died Sunday, Dec. 14, 1986, at his home. Survived by two sons, Donald (Sandra) Prince, Lompoc, Calif.; David Prince, Pueblo; two daughters, Geraldine Boone, Grand Junction, and Diana Todd, Pueblo. Also survived by three brothers, Richard (Sydil) Prince, Charles Prince, both of Pueblo; Robert (Tommie) Prince, Corm, Calif.; two sisters, Pauline Eddings, Liberal, Kan.; Jenny (Don) Lindsay, Bullhead City, Ariz.; 10 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Member of St. Leander Parish. Mr. Prince worked at the CF&I Steel Corp. rail mill for 48 years, retiring in 1975. Preceded in death by wife, Jessie, in 1969. Service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, at Davis-Wallin Memorial Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Family may be contacted at 31 Briarwood Circle. Prince, Jack W. Jack W. Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - September 11, 1935 - Jack W. Prince, Alma, Colo., Sept. 8. Father of Margaret Louise and Jacqueline Marie Prince; brother of Mrs. Mary Sevsek of Pueblo. Member Orel Lodge No. 21 S.N.P.J.; San Isabel Chapel No. 2 D.A.V. Announcement later. Prince, Kimberly Ann Kimberly Ann Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - August 05, 1986 - Kimberly Ann Prince was born Aug. 4, 1961, and died unexpectedly Aug. 2, 1986. Survived by daughter, Chantal, Pueblo; mother, Patricia Prince, Albany, Ore.; father, David Prince, Pueblo; grandmother, Fern Carpenter, Albany, Ore.; grandfathers, Gene L. Smothermon, Knowles, Okla.; and Jack Prince, Pueblo. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Preceded in death by her brother, Michael Lee Prince in 1978; grandmother, Jessie Prince in 1969; and step-grandfather, Robert F. Carpenter in 1978. Services in Rose Chapel, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home, at 2 p.m. Tuesday with Dr. Robert Daniel officiating. Interment in Roselawn Cemetery. The family may be contacted at 64 Scotland Road. Prince, Roy D. Roy D. Prince - Pueblo Chieftain - January 13, 1998 - Roy D. Prince, 89, Boone resident since 1939, died Saturday, Jan. 10, 1998, at the Westwind Campus of Care in Pueblo. Survived by two sisters, Eunice Scott, Springdale, Ark., and Mattie Webb, Boise, Idaho- a sister-in-law, Helen Prince, Boone- and several nieces and nephews. Services, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Griffy Family Funeral Home Chapel in Fowler with Rev. Sam Ramsey officiating. Burial in the Fowler Cemetery. Printz, Ralph L. Ralph L. Printz - Pueblo Chieftain - March 26, 1986 - Ralph L. Printz, March 24, 1986. Mass of Resurrection, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Michael Catholic Church. Scripture service, 10 a.m. Thursday, Wilson Almont Chapel. Interment, Lakeside Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 1003 Meadows, Canon City, Colo. Contributions may be made to the St. Thomas More Hospital Building Fund. Prior, H. S. H. S. Prior Colorado Weekly Chieftain November 15, 1877 Died at his residence in Saguache, of consumption, on Saturday, November 3d, 1877, H. S. Prior, aged 39 years. (verse) The deceased has been for the past three years a resident, and one among the leading business men of Saguache, where he has made, by his upright and honorable mode of doing business, won for himself the respect and confidence of the community at large. For a long time he had been afflicted with consumptive disease, and for the past few weeks has been confined to his room, and on Saturday, November 2nd, about two o'clock in the morning, he gently closed his eyes, in that sleep which knows no waking. Respected and esteemed by all who knew him, he has passed from our midst to the eternal rest prepared for those who have filled well their career on earth, leaving to mourn his loss a wife and little son, together with a large circle of acquaintances and friends, who sympathize with his family in their bereavement. The funeral services at the residence of the deceased on the Monday following his death were performed by the Rev. Mr. Clark, of the Baptist church, of this place, in his usual beautiful and impressive manner, after which the remains were followed to their final resting place in the cemetery at Saguache by a large number of acquaintances and friends. Prisuda, Donald Joseph Donald Joseph Prisuda - Pueblo Chieftain - February 10, 2005 - Donald Joseph Prisuda, 75, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 7, 2005. Survived by his loving wife, Dolores; two children, Greg M. (Barbara), Linda (Joseph); grandchildren, Ronnie, Brenda, Michele, five great-grandchildren. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, at Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pritchard, Taylor Alexandria Taylor Alexandria Pritchard - Pueblo Chieftain - August 08, 1997 - Taylor Alexandria Pritchard, infant daughter of Amber Pritchard and Paul Salamon, passed away Aug. 4, 1997. She was born June 24, 1997. Other survivors include a sister, Carlie Pritchard- grandparents, Randy and Donnie Pritchard, Eric and Tracy Robinson, Andy Salamon- great-grandparents, Elva and Frank Gonzales, Nick Fuentes and Nita Coker, Glenn and Virginia Pritchard- great-great-grandmothers, Maria Romero, Ann Nigro- several aunts to include Samantha Pritchard, Donna Fuentes and Jasmin Robinson, Renne (Donald) Fuentes- other relatives and friends. Evening service, 7 p.m. today. A service of remembrance, 9 a.m. Saturday. Both at Angelus Chapel. Interment, Roselawn. Family at 1718 Wabash. Pritchard, Verna Verna Baker Pritchard - Pueblo Chieftain - August 03, 2005 - Verna Baker Pritchard of Wickenburg, AZ., passed away July 28, 2005. Preceded by her parents Curtis and Eddie Baker, one brother and one sister. Survived by her husband Don, three children, Ronald (Maggie) Pritchard, LeeAnn Zimmerman and Cheri (Dan) Watson, 8 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, and 1 sister. Service Puyallup, Wash. Pritchett, Stephanie Dawn Stephanie Dawn Pritchett - Pueblo Chieftain - November 7, 2006 - Stephanie Dawn Pritchett, 29, was called home unexpectedly on Nov. 2, 2006. Survived by her parents, Penny (Bob) Russell; father, Gary Pritchett; brothers, Scott Ritchie, Jason (Allison) Russell, John Gutwein; life partner, Steve Schaffer and girls; uncle, Dan and family; sister-in-law, Dawn Ritchie; niece and nephews, Kayla, Nathan and Cody; and numerous other family. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Thursday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Pritekel, Henry P. Henry P. Pritekel - Pueblo Chieftain - January 27, 2001 - Age 79, of Pueblo, passed away Jan. 22, 2001. Preceded in death by parents, Anton and Johanna Pritekel; and siblings, Tony Pritekel, Jennie Anzick, Mary Yanks, Vida Pritekel, Ann Pritekel, Rose Jersin-Novak and Joe Pritekel. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Nadine Pritekel; children, Donna (Joe) Hund, Don (Cindy Robinson) Pritekel, Darlene (Dwight) Miller, all of Pueblo, Debbie Pritekel of Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Randy (Kristi) Hund, Tim, Teri, Raeann Hund, Brad (Candice Crain) Pritekel, Jennifer (Corey Bauer) Pritekel, Julee Pritekel, and Hunter and Tyler Miller; and sister, Val (Chuck) Marvel; sisters-in-law, Nancy Pritekel, Linda (Jack) Watson; and brother-in-law, Bob (Gwen) Yaklich. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is best remembered as a lifetime member of St. Mary Catholic Church, a devoted member of Elks No. 90, a participant of the Preseren Glee Club and the American Slovenian Catholic Union, as well as the Western Slovanic Association. Henry dedicated 64 years of his life to farming. He was known for his innovative and creative mind and hands. He enjoyed making equipment out of wood and many other materials. He was a very kind and loving family man as his legacy lives on in the giving hearts of his children. Visitation, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. today, Jan. 25, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, 2001, at St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Those who wish may make donations to the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado, 1157 W. Abriendo Ave., Pueblo, CO 81004. Pritekel, Joe B. Joe B. Pritekel - Pueblo Chieftain - October 04, 2000 - Joe B. Pritekel, age 82, born June 28, 1918, passed away Oct. 2, 2000. Mr. Pritekel is survived by his wife, Nancy Pritekel, and children, Robert (Caren), Pueblo, Theodore (Wanda), Highland Village, Texas, Thomas (Mindy), Littleton, Colo., and Joseph Pritekel of Colorado Springs, Colo. Grandfather of Tiffani, Kimberly, Karey, Jenna, Cameron, Taylor, and Peyton. He is also survived by his brother, Henry (Nadine) Pritekel, Pueblo; and sister, Valerie (Charles) Marvel of Olathe, Kan.; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by one brother and five sisters. Joe was a past member of the Avondale-Vineland Lions Club, and a member of Pueblo Elks No. 90 and the Preseren Club. Funeral Mass, Thursday, 1 p.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions may be made to the Pueblo Dialysis Center in care of George McCarthy Funeral Home. Pritza, Louie Louie Pritza - Pueblo Chieftain - January 9, 1937 Louie Pritza, services 9:30 a.m. Saturday, 1707 East Abriendo Avenue, and 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Serbe-Russian Orthodox church, 801 Summit Avenue. To Roselawn. Privett, Florence E. Florence E. Privett - Pueblo Chieftain - February 07, 2005 - Florence E. Privett, of Seward, Neb., formerly of Pueblo, passed away Feb. 2, 2005 in Seward. She was born Jan. 8, 1907 in Horace, Kan. Her husband Roy preceded her in death, as did four brothers and three sisters. She graduated from Central High School and married Roy on June 10, 1930 in Pueblo. Survivors include son Robert (Sue) Privett, of Seward, grandchildren Robert Privett and Tabitha Dromiack and four great-grandchildren. Memorial services Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005, 2 p.m. with Rev. Susan Plymell, Adriance United Methodist Church, 2936 Morris Ave., Pueblo, presiding. Inurnment: Mountain View Cemetery, Pueblo. Memorials to Anna Sundermann Homes, in lieu of flowers, c/o Robert Privett, 834 Country Club, Seward, NE 68434. Volzke Mortuary, Seward, Neb. Proby, C. J. Rev. C. J. Proby - Pueblo Chieftain - December 04, 2002 - Rev. C.J. Proby. Visitation, 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Angelus Chapel, 2535 Airport Road, Colorado Springs. Funeral service, noon Friday, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. M.E. Proby officiating. Interment, Fort Logan National Cemetery, Colorado Springs. Proctor, John B. Sr. John B. Proctor Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - February 18, 2002 - Of La Junta, died Feb. 14, 2002, in Colorado Springs. He was born Nov. 10, 1923, in Canon City, to Wilbur and Lois (Goodrich) Proctor. After graduating from La Junta High in 1941, he served with the U.S. Navy during WWII. He married Norma Lee Downey on Nov. 6, 1945, in Raton, N.M. On Aug. 4, 1948, John hired out with the Santa Fe Railroad Truckline. After a brief absence, he then worked from May of 1953 to Nov. 1, 1983, for the Santa Fe Railroad, retiring after 34 years of service. John was a member of the Masonic Grand Lodge of Colorado, Al Kaly Shrine of Pueblo, Al Kaly Little T's and the Southern Colorado Classic & Antique Car Club. He is survived by children, John (Sharon) Proctor Jr. of Pueblo, Bev Proctor of La Junta; grandchildren, Jill and Alan Proctor; brother, David Proctor of Denver. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Norma, in 1990. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at Fairview Cemetery with Rory Gillespie, CLP, officiating. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at Peacock-Larsen. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Arkansas Valley Hospice or the St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Proctor, John Wood John Wood Proctor - Pueblo Chieftain - December 24, 2001 - John Wood Proctor, age 40, of Pueblo, formerly of Rocky Ford, died Dec. 20 in Pueblo. Born Dec. 9, 1961, in Colorado Springs, Colo., to Lincoln and Virginia Vencill Proctor. Mr. Proctor farmed in the Rocky Ford area until 1989, when he moved to Pueblo. Survived by mother, Virginia Proctor of Pueblo; sister, Donna Garner of Pueblo; nephew, Wayne Garner of Pueblo; niece, Gay Jordan of Inman, Kan.; great-nephew, Cole Garner of Pueblo; great-niece, Hope Jordan of Inman, Kan.; uncles, Vernon (Joan) Proctor and Leonard (Jean) Proctor, both of Rocky Ford; aunt, Rosalee (Delbert) Scarbrough of Manzanola; and numerous cousins. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 26, at Ustick Donelson Johnson Funeral Home, Joseph Proctor officiating. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery, Rocky Ford. Proctor, Wayne E. Wayne E. Proctor - Pueblo Chieftain - January 09, 1998 - Wayne E. Proctor, 98, of Canon City, died Jan. 6, 1998. He is survived by sons, Wayne T. (Patricia) Proctor of Magalia, Calif., and Albert (Sandy) Proctor of Vineland- three granddaughters- and a very special friend, Kathleen Hulse. He was predeceased by his first wife, Blanche Benson, in 1961. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, 1998, at Wilson-Andrews Chapel with interment at Lakeside Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home following the interment service. Proffer, Bart Lester Bart (Bartie) Lester Proffer - Pueblo Chieftain - May 26, 2002 - Bart (Bartie) Lester Proffer passed away May 24, 2002, in Louisberg, N.C., Born July 7, 1947. Raised in Pueblo and graduated from Central High School in 1965. He joined the Air Force and served four years, last one being served in Vietnam. He lived in Southern California until 1994 then moved to Louisberg, N.C., to be near his daughter and granddaughters. Preceded in death by father, Elvis Lester Proffer in 1996; and mother, Daphna Lee Gilkey in 1979. Survivors include his beloved wife of almost 35 years, Karen; children, Dawn Marie Ganes and Joshua John Proffer; grandchildren, Amanda and Allison, all of Louisberg, N.C.; sisters, Andrea (Doug) Emery and Maudeen "Lori" (Bruce) Edwards; special nephew, Sterling (Janele) Watson, Pueblo West; nieces, Robin and Jessica Watson, Brianna and Raegen Emery, all of Pueblo. Also survived by special friends, Mike Horton, Bakersfield, Pete Falletta and Les Robinson, Pueblo, Mickey Baker and Les Moroye, Aurora. Bartie loved life and lived it to the fullest. His greatest joy was being with his family, skiing and traveling to various countries and islands. Proffer, Charles L. Charles L. Proffer - Pueblo Chieftain - November 13, 2002 - Charles L. Proffer, 75, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 10, 2002. Survived by his beloved daughters, Barbara Ann Proffer (Donald Metcalfe) and Catherine Proffer; ex-wife Mary Proffer; six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Three sisters-in-law and numerous other relatives and friends also survive. Charles will always be remembered by those who knew him as a hard-working man who always made time for life, either by spending time with his daughters, in his garden or fishing. Public viewing will be from 2 until 7 p.m. today. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Thursday at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Proffer, Mary I. Mary I. Proffer - Pueblo Chieftain - August 29, 2005 - Mary I. Proffer, was born in Rosita, Colo. on Nov. 6, 1937, to the union of Buck Jones and Catherine Byer Jones. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles L. Proffer; her mother, Catherine Byer Jones Tusing; and her stepfather, Sydney Tusing; and by her son, Sydney Proffer. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Ann Proffer and Catherine Proffer; her sister, Barbara Ellen Jones; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mary worked as a secretary and telemarketer, loved to quilt, crochet, sew, embroider, cook and enjoyed country music very much. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Proffitt, Clara Clara Proffitt - Walsenburg World - December 5, 1905 - Died at the family home in Walsenburg, December 1, 1905, Mrs. Clara Proffitt, beloved wife of John Proffitt. The funeral services were conducted Saturday from the home in town by Rev. H. A. Wood and the interment was in the family burial ground at Butte Valley. Mrs. Proffitt was born July 1866, and was well liked by many friends who extend their sympathy to the bereaved husband and family. Proffitt, Mary Nestora Mary Nestora Proffitt - Walsenburg World - September 29, 1903 - Died in Butte Valley, Thursday, September 3, 1903, at 8 o'clock p.m. of stomach trouble, Mrs. Mary Nestora Proffitt at the age of 64 years. Mrs. Proffitt was buried at Butte Valley on Saturday, September 5th, and the funeral was attended by the entire neighborhood of Butte Valley as well as by many from a distance. Mrs. Proffitt was the wife of Wm. Proffitt, better known to the people of Butte Valley and indeed to most of the county as Uncle Billy Proffitt. Mr. and Mrs. Proffitt had lived together as man and wife for over 49 years. Mrs. Proffitt was born in Taos, N.M., her father being George Gould, a Scotchman who settled at Taos in an early day, and her mother, as shown by her middle given name, was a Spanish lady, whom the Scotchman met and married after his settlement at Taos. Mr. Proffitt feels keenly the loss of his wife and the sympathy of the community is extended to him Proffitt, William William Proffitt - Walsenburg World - April 30, 1908 - Died, at his ranch at Butte Valley, Saturday, April 25, 1908, William Proffitt, of extreme old age. Mr. Proffitt was born in Rand County, Missouri, January 17, 1824. When the Mexican war broke out he was living at Taos, New Mexico, and he enlisted and served through the two years of that conflict, returning to Taos in 1847. In 1861 he moved north into the San Luis Valley and was the first white settler near what is now Fort Garland. Mr. Proffitt was a freighter on the old Santa Fe route from 1859 to 1866 and also followed the vocation of trader and trapper. At different times he was associated with Kit Carson and Thomas Tobin and took part in many of the stirring events of the early history of this western country. In 1868 Mr. Proffitt moved to Huerfano County and has since then lived almost continuously on his ranch at Butte Valley. As one of the earliest settlers on the Huerfano he was known and liked by everyone, and "Uncle Billy" always had a good word for everyone. The funeral occurred from the farm home at Butte Valley, Monday, and was attended by many of the old friends of the early days. Propes, Harvey A. Harvey A. Propes - Pueblo Chieftain - February 20, 2001 - Age 66, passed away Feb. 18, 2001. Harvey owned Pueblo Truck Sales as an independent wholesale car dealer for the past 30 years. He served in the Marine Corps and was a member of St. Michael's Orthodox Church. He was also a member of the Elk's Lodge No. 90 for the past 28 years. Harvey is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Irma Propes; and father-in-law, Rudolph Pugel. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Mary Propes; daughters, Lorie (Darren) Pantleo and Sharon (Marc) Hawkins; grandchildren, Caitlyn, Haley, Lane and Brennan. Also survived by mother-in-law, Eva Pugel; brother, Gordon S. Propes; sister-in-law, Judie Propes, niece, Natasha Propes; aunt, Sophie Pavlica; cousins, Daniel and John (Donna) Pavlica, Danny Pavlica; and numerous friends. Parastasis, 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb., 22, 2001. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, Feb 23, 2001. Both services at St. Michael's Orthodox Church. The family will receive friends after both services at the church hall. In lieu of food and flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Michael's Orthodox Church at 801 Summit Avenue. Prosser, David David Prosser Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain May 17, 1877 David Prosser, ex-warden of the penitentiary, died in Denver on the 8th inst. Protzman, Claude R. Claude R. Protzman - Pueblo Chieftain - August 5, 1987 - Claude R. Protzman was born Dec. 1, 1911, in Morgantown, W. V., and passed away Aug. 6, 1987, in Pueblo, Colo. Husband of Ruth E. Protzman, of the family home; father of Claude R. (Polly) Protzman of Gettysburg, Pa,; brother of Otis Protzman of Dayton, Ohio. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mr. Protzman retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1964 after 22 years of service, during which time he received many citations and awards. He was a member of American Legion Post 2. Services at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 1987, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following services. The family prefers contributions to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 102 W. Orman, Pueblo, Colo. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Protzman, Ruth E. Ruth E. Protzman - Pueblo Chieftain - February 19, 1998 - Ruth E. Protzman passed away Feb. 18 1998. Preceded in death by her husband, Retired Chief Master Sergeant Claude R. Protzman- and by her sisters, Edith O. Carlson and Lucille M. Yanks. Survived by her nieces, Dorothy J. (Frank) Mismash of Rye, and Carol Ann (Jim) Greenlee of Aurora. Mrs. Protzman worked for many years for Crews-Beggs Department Store and later retired from Montgomery Ward. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Saturday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Interment, Roselawn. The family requests donations be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in lieu of food and flowers. Visitation, 2-5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Proud, Donald T. Donald T. Proud - Pueblo Chieftain - April 24, 1986 - Donald T. Proud, 50, passed away unexpectedly on April 22, 1986. He had been an employee of Southern Colorado Power Company for the past 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Betty J. Proud; his children, Vicki Proud of Denver; Donald T. (Sylvia) Proud Jr. of Pueblo; and Troy Lee Proud of Pueblo; his father, John Proud of Florence; his brother, Loyal (Betty) Proud of Florence; and a grandson, Derek T. Proud of Pueblo. He is predeceased by his mother, Pearl, in 1979. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and other relatives and friends. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Rose Chapel, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Mace officiating. Interment at Imperial Memorial Gardens with Pueblo Lodge No. 17, AF&AM committal. The casket will be closed at 10 a.m. Friday. Visitation from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday morning until 10. Proud, Matthew T. Matthew T. Proud - Pueblo Chieftain - November 05, 2002 - Matthew T. Proud, 81, of Florence, died Nov. 2, 2002. He was born Sept. 24, 1921, in Toltec, Colo., to John and Julia (Britt) Proud. Mr. Proud was retired from Ideal Cement where he had worked for 35 years. He is survived by his wife, Marie Proud of Florence; and children, Diane (Willie) Pirraglia of Pueblo, and Debbie (Ron) Gifford of Wetmore; six grandchildren, Amber (Ted) Autobee, Ben, Nicole and Zachary Pirraglia, Matt and Adam Gifford; and two great-grandchildren, Mariah and Julia. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 4-7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2002, at 1 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene in Florence with Rev. Le Roy Guyett officiating. Interment will follow at Union Highland Cemetery in Florence. Proudfoot, Catherine E. Catherine E. Proudfoot - Pueblo Chieftain - November 08, 2000 - Catherine E. Proudfoot, 95, born Feb. 5, 1905, in Grafton, W.Va., died Nov. 6, 2000. Preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Hannah Proudfoot; sister, Laura (Heath) Muhlhausen; and brother, William D. Proudfoot. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Becky Proudfoot; niece, Rev. Betty May (Rev. Robert) Seel; nephews, James H. (Marci) Heath, William "Bil" Heath (Jacqui Sumption) and Rev. Charles (LaVerne) Proudfoot; and several grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Catherine leaves a host of friends and acquaintances. She grew up in Pueblo and graduated from Centennial High School in 1923 and received a degree in Music Education from Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kan. Catherine taught in Pueblo schools for 46 years, 42 of which were at Park Hill/Risley Junior High. She also taught piano and marimba privately, continuing into her 90s. Well known as an accompanist, she played for Pueblo Charter Lions, Pueblo Kiwanis Club, Rye Summer Chautauqua, and numerous other groups in Pueblo. Member of First Presbyterian Church, an elder and active in women's work, Adah Chapter No. 34 of Eastern Star, and held offices in Business and Professional Women locally and was president of Colorado BPW. Catherine's numerous awards included induction into the Centennial High School Hall of Fame as an outstanding graduate. She will lie in state at the funeral home from 2 until 7 p.m. today. A private interment will be held at Mountain View Cemetery. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, 2000, at First Presbyterian Church, 220 W. 10th, with Revs. Deborah Kehle Como, Betty May Seel, and Charles W. Proudfoot officiating. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute in her memory to Pueblo Charter Lions Club for the Blind or First Presbyterian Church in care of the funeral home. Proudfoot, La Verne Katherine La Verne Katherine Scholten Proudfoot - Pueblo Chieftain - February 07, 2001 - La Verne Katherine Proudfoot, 54, passed away Feb. 6, 2001, in Pueblo. Born in Willard, Ohio, July 12, 1946. Survived by her husband, Rev. Charles W. Proudfoot; and son, Scot Van Proudfoot of Alamosa; sisters, Marcia (Gary) Van Be and Janet (Wayne) Scheeringa of Michigan; brother, Herbert Scholten, of Memphis, Tenn.; mother-in-law, Becky Proudfoot, of Pueblo. Services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8, 2001 at the Alamosa Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the music program at the church of your choice. Prough, Charles Charles "Tom" Prough - Pueblo Chieftain - March 14, 2002 - Longtime Denver resident, passed away March 11, 2002. Survived by four children, two sisters and six grandchildren. Viewing, 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Saturday, Mountain View Cemetery. Prough, Jean Elizabeth Jean Elizabeth Prough - Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 1986 - Jean Elizabeth Prough was born Sept. 15, 1918, in Pueblo and passed away here Oct. 30, 1986. Mother of Richard (Ann) Prough, Charles Prough, Ellen (Buck) Barnes, and Alma (Earl) Brown. She also is survived by 10 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, Hershel T. Prough in 1981, daughter, Wana Broome in 1968, and a granddaughter in 1973. Viewing from 1 to 8 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Graveside services, 2 p.m. Saturday at Mountain View Cemetery. The family will greet friends at 3501 Fairfield. Prough, Orvel Clay Orvel Clay Prough - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 2001 - "Uncle Red," a lifelong resident of Las Animas, Colo., died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001, at the Spanish Peaks Medical Center Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home in Walsenburg, Colo. The funeral will be held Monday, Oct. 29, 2001, at 2 p.m. at the Friends Church in Las Animas. Officiating will be Rev. Diane Hutson. Burial will be in the Las Animas Cemetery. Orvel Prough was born Nov. 9, 1909, at Horse Creek near Las Animas. He was the son of Thomas Jason Prough and Dorenda Belle Clay Prough. At one time or another in the '20s and '30s, he worked for nearly every business in Las Animas. He helped build the John Martin Dam. He worked near Trinidad as a cook on a survey gang in 1929. A veteran of World War II, he served in Newfoundland, Iceland, Greenland and the South Pacific. After World War II, he painted road signs for 21 years with John Flynn. He was also an artist. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Lova May Swartz, Pueblo, and Virginia Pearl Hutchins, Las Animas; and two brothers, Charles Prough, Lakewood, Calif., and Hershel Prough, Pueblo. He is survived by three cousins, Stanbert Clay, Hugo, Edna Murphy, Hugo, and Francis Blair, Limon. He is survived by 12 nephews and nieces, including William Hutchins, La Junta, Don Hutchins, La Junta, Frank Hutchins, Dallas City, Ill., Dorothy Sanchez, Salida, and Alvin Byron Needham, formerly of Pueblo but now of Florida. He has many great-nephews and nieces, including Coleen Armstrong, Pueblo, Curtis Hutchins, Howard, Colo., Charmaine Tripp, Las Animas, James Hutchins, Pueblo, and Susan Hutchins, Pueblo, Vicky Hall, Springfield, Kenneth Hutchins, La Junta, Don Hutchins, Denver, Joe Hutchins, Monmouth, Ill., Susan Felt, Salida, and Diana Sanchez, Salida. Orvel is also survived by several great-great-nephews and nieces and at least four great-great-great-nieces. Provencher, Robert Robert Provencher - Pueblo Chieftain - August 15, 2003 - Robert Provencher, 56, passed away Aug. 13, 2003. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Provenza, Frank Frank Provenza - Pueblo Chieftain - March 06, 2008 - Frank Provenza, of Pueblo, Colo., passed away, on March 5, 2008, at St. Mary Corwin Hospital in Pueblo. He was 88. He was born in Delagua, Colo., on Dec. 10, 1919, to Vincenzia (Fertitta) and Salvatore Provenza. Frank was a retired CF&I steelworker. During his retirement Frank cherished his time with Mary his wife of 53 years who preceded his passing in 2002. Frank found great pleasure in his garden and always had several woodworking projects keeping him busy from morning to night. His family, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews were a very important part of his life. He is predeceased by his beloved daughter, Florence (Joe) Bumgardner; parents, Vincenzia and Salvatore Provenza; brothers, Saro Provenza, Tony Provenza, Joe Provenza; infant sister, Rosa Provenza; sister, Jennie Prevetti and sister, Zena Menapace. Survivors are sons and daughters-in-law, Frank and Jane Provenza, Pueblo, Sam and Karen Provenza, Grand Junction; grandchildren, Jennifer (Mark) Rudnik , Michael Provenza, Nicholas Provenza, Paul (Jody) Gould, Jodi Fillmore and Marianne Provenza ; great-grandchildren, Scott Gould and Joshua Rudnik. Frank held in the highest regard his nephew Lawrence Alfonso and Mary's sisters, Angie, Katie and Rose and her brothers, Nick, Joe, and James. Visitation, 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, March 7, 2008, Roselawn Funeral Home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, March 8, 2008, St. Pius X Catholic Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Special services will be held at the cemetery by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Provenza, Joseph S. Joseph S. Provenza - Pueblo Chieftain - May 02, 2003 - Joseph S. Provenza, of Gulnare, Colo., passed away unexpectedly, on April 29, 2003, at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo. He was 81. He was born in Aguilar, Colo., on Nov. 23, 1921, to Vincenzia (Fertitta) and Salvatore Provenza. Joe was a lifetime rancher in the Gulnare area, who loved caring for his livestock. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting. Joe loved his family, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death are parents, Vincenzia and Salvatore Provenza; brothers, Saro Provenza, Tony Provenza; infant sister, Rosa Provenza; and sister, Jennie Prevetti. Survivors are daughter, Lillian (Karl) Rethwisch, Trinidad; son, Joseph P. (Jessie) Provenza, Pueblo West, Colo.; mother of his children, Dorothy Aguirre, Walsenburg, Colo.; brother, Frank Provenza, Pueblo; sister, Zena Menapace, Trinidad; grandchildren, Robbie (Tanya) Campbell, Joseph C. (Sandy) Provenza, Lisa (Lynn) Bezona, Samuel Paul Provenza, Joshua (Mandy) Provenza; great-grandchildren, Robin Campbell, Aaron Campbell, Joseph Dean Provenza, Carlie Bezona, Ryan Joseph Bezona; numerous nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, at the Comi Funeral Home Chapel and from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Recitation of the most holy rosary will be 12:15 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2003, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Aguilar, Colo., followed by the funeral Mass at 1 p.m. with Father Phil Coury as celebrant. Interment with Rite of Committal will follow at the St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers are Lawrence Alfonso, Sonny Provenza, John Boy Udovich, Danny Gratton, Buddy Ingraffia, Bob Roberts, Steve Dolzanie and Sam Provenza. Active pallbearers are Karl Rethwisch, Robbie Campbell, Joey Provenza, Sam Provenza, Josh Provenza and Lynn Bezona. Immediately following the services, friends are invited to gather with the family for refreshments at St. Anthony's Parish Hall. Provenza, Mary A. Mary Antonia Provenza - Pueblo Chieftain - September 30, 2002 - Mary Antonia Provenza, 81, born May 12, 1921, passed away Sept. 28, 2002. Survived by loving husband of 58 years, Frank Provenza; children, Frank (Jane) Provenza and Sam (Karen) Provenza; grandchildren, Paul Gould, Jodi Fillmore, Marianne Provenza, Jennifer (Mark) Rudnik, Michael Provenza, Nicholas Provenza; great-grandson, Scott Gould; son-in-law, Joseph Bumgardner; brothers, Nick (Sarah) Biundo and James (Antionette) Biundo; sisters, Angie Naccarato, Rose Biundo and Catherine (Wayne) Hutcheson. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Olga Biundo and Zena Menapace; brother-in-law, Joe Provenza; and numerous nieces, nephews, family members and friends. She is predeceased by her parents, James and Teresa Biundo; beloved daughter, Florence Bumgardner; and brother, Joseph Biundo. Mary and Frank were married Nov. 25, 1943, and she was his wife, best friend and pal. Her heart and home were open to all. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. Monday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Pius X Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church hall following the interment. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation or the American Heart Association in her memory through the funeral home office. Provinzano, Norma Jean Norma Jean (Kark) Provinzano - Pueblo Chieftain - September 27, 2001 - Norma Jean (Kark) Provinzano, 71, born Feb. 21, 1930, died Sept. 26, 2001. Preceded in death by her father and mother, Louis and Anna Kark. Survived by her husband, John Provinzano; and three sons, Daryl (Donna) and John Provinzano, both of Pueblo, and Scott (Ann) Provinzano of San Diego, Calif.; sister, Vivian (Roy) Wakefield, Truckee, Calif.; four grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. At her request, there will be no viewing or services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Pruce, Nicholas J. Nicholas J. "Nick" Pruce - Pueblo Chieftain - June 17, 1999 - Nicholas J. "Nick" Pruce, 85, passed away June 14, 1999. Survived by his children, Mary (Dick) Hanneman of Denver, Patricia (Larry) Schoenwald of Denver, James N. (Sandra) Pruce of Pueblo and George M. Pruce of Connecticut-sister, Rose Bastian of Pueblo- grandchildren, Trent and Blair Hanneman, Adam, Nathan and Joshua Pruce and Tara Schoenwald. Preceded in death by his wife, Sophie Pruce in 1991. Born on Aug. 12, 1913, in Pueblo and was a lifetime Pueblo resident, retiring from CF&I Steel Corp. Member of St. Frances Xavier Church and was a life member of BPO Elks Lodge No. 90. Funeral Mass will beheld at 10 a.m. today at St. Frances Xavier Church, 611 Logan Ave., with the Rev. Father Ron Roche as celebrant. Elk's service and interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Prudic, Frank L. Frank L. Prudic - Pueblo Chieftain- June 27, 2002 - Frank L. Prudic, 78, passed away June 24, 2002. Preceded in death by his wife, Helen N. Prudic on Sept. 3, 1990. Frank was born on May 22, 1924, in Cleveland, Ohio, and was a longtime Pueblo resident. He taught band and social studies for School District No. 60 from 1956 until he retired in 1983, primarily at Pitts Middle School. Frank enjoyed music and dancing and played in the Charlie Lupino Band for many years. He was an avid bowler and golfer and a wonderful father and grandfather. He is survived by his children, Larry (Mary) Prudic, Tucson, Ariz., David (Cheryl) Prudic, Carson City, Nev., and Alan (Carol) Prudic of Beulah, Colo.; grandchildren, Jennifer Cowgill, Katy Prudic, Jeremy Prudic, Sara Prudic, Laura Prudic and Kevin Prudic; five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, Mary Lou Ward and friends. Frank, a WWII Army Air Corp veteran, was an active member of VFW Post No. 4903, DAV Chapter AZ-18, American Legion Post No. 2, along with memberships in B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 90 and Eagles Aerie No. 145. At his request, there will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward crematorium. Memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 2002, at Divine Science Church, 115 E. Routt Ave. with the Rev. Earleen Cornell officiating. In lieu of flowers, those who desire may make memorials to the American Heart Association through the funeral home. Pruett, Berniece Berniece (Kesterson) Pruett - Pueblo Chieftain - February 26, 1998 - Berniece (Kesterson) Pruett, 81, of Fowler, died Feb. 25, 1998, at her home. Survived by sons, Robert (Dolly) Kesterson, Penrose, Colo., Bill (Karen) Kesterson of Evans, Colo., James (Martha) Kesterson of Winter Park, Colo., Tom (Jacquelin) Kesterson of Lamar, Colo., Charles Kesterson of Iliff, Colo.- daughters, Eileen (Charles) Davis of Woodland, Calif., Donna (Richard) Grinstead of Fowler, Colo., Betty (Chuck) Mugrage of Canon City, Colo., Patty (Mike) McCleary of Casa Grande, Ariz., Charlene (Jack) Steele of Canon City, Colo.- and six stepchildren. Funeral services, 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 1998, at Pitkin Avenue Baptist Church in Fowler. Burial in Fowler Cemetery. Pruett, Earl Edgar Earl Edgar Pruett - Pueblo Chieftain - November 09, 1997 - Earl Edgar Pruett, 85, of Fowler, died Friday, Nov. 7, 1997. Services, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Griffy Family Funeral Home Chapel, Fowler. Burial in the Fowler Cemetery. Pruett, John James John James Pruett - Pueblo Chieftain - October 27, 1999 - John James Pruett, passed away at home on Oct. 25, 1999, after a lengthy illness. He was born in Las Animas on Dec. 2, 1928. Survived by his wife, Patty; sister, Janet (Max) Short, San Antonio, Texas; brother, Homer L. (Virginia) Pruett, Pueblo; sister-in-law, Joanne (Jack) Hawkins, Las Animas, and Mildred Harvey, San Antonio; and several nieces and nephews. He served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1946-1948. He was a life member of VFW and Eagles No. 145. He is fondly remembered as a very private and caring person who found much satisfaction in the beauty of Colorado's mountains which he traveled extensively. By his own wishes, he will be cremated with no services. Those who desire may contribute to Pueblo Hospice through Imperial Funeral Home. Pruss, Anna Tana Anna Tana Uhal Pruss - Pueblo Chieftain- July 31, 1997 - Anna Tana Uhal Pruss, born Feb. 11, 1909, passed away July 30, 1997. Predeceased by her husband, Martin Pruss- parents, Anna and Alex Uhal- and brothers, Petey, Andrew, John and Michael. Survived by sisters, Mary Maikovich, Helen Zupancic, Julia (Pete) Dunda, Sophie Rooth, Marge Elich, Alice (James) Connor and Evelyn (Willard) Keller. Also numerous nieces, nephews and friends who will miss her dearly. Parastas, Friday, 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Michael's Eastern Orthodox Church, 801 Summit, with the Rev. Father Peter Isaac officiating. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael's Eastern Orthodox Church in her memory. George McCarthy Funeral Home. Prussing, Grace J. Grace J. Prussing Albuquerque Journal - January 13, 2002 - Grace J. Prussing passed away December 31, 2001 in Albuquerque. She was born March 6, 1917 in Pueblo, CO. Cremation has taken place, a Memorial Service was held and the cremated remains will be privately interred in San Francisco, CA by family members. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200. Prutch, Carl K. Carl K. Prutch - Pueblo Chieftain - December 18, 2001 - Carl K. Prutch, 89, affectionately know as "Grandpa" passed away Dec. 15, 2001. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Lucille Prutch; brothers, Tony Prutch of Pueblo, Hank Prutch of Dubuque, Iowa; and his sister, Ruth Bosco of Pueblo. Survivors include his son, Sam Prutch of Pueblo; sisters, Virginia (Bob) Gist, Pueblo, Mary Kiesler of Canon City, Roseanne (Sam) Henderson of Grants Pass, Ore., and brother, Phillip (Grace) Prutch of Pueblo. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Paula (Tom) Tucci, Carl (Alene) Prutch of Pueblo, Chris (Mary) Prutch, Phoenix, Ariz., and Cindy Prutch, Yuba City, Calif. Also survived by great-grandchildren, Michael Tucci, Garatt Tucci, Brian Prutch, Zach Prutch, Nick Prutch, Christina Prutch and Monica Gallegos. Mr. Prutch was born May 14, 1912, to Marie and Salvatore (Puccio). He was a lifetime Vineland resident who attended University of Denver and later farmed in the Vineland area for over 50 years. He also owned and operated various businesses. Carl was a very dedicated farmer who loved working his family land. Viewing will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Wednesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight. Interment will be held at Roselawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home following the service. Prutch, Grace M. Grace M. Prutch - Pueblo Chieftain - May 02, 2006 - Grace M. Prutch, 80, born Sept. 26, 1925, passed away April 29, 2006. Preceded in death by daughter, Linda Prutch-Hayes; brothers, Charlie, Russell, Louie, Sam and Tony Taravella; sisters, Jessie Silvio and Betty DeGrado; and three infant sisters. Survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Phillip Prutch; daughter, Carol (Charlie) Pullara; son, Phil S. Prutch; three granddaughters, Cheri Pullara, Lori (Brett) Mooring and Traci Pullara; three great-grandsons, Mason, Casey and Brady Mooring; brothers, John (Eve) Taravella, Frank (Ann) Taravella; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Grace worked for School District No. 70 for 27 years in food service and helped with the family farm and produce market for many years. She loved tending to her rose garden and dancing. Viewing, 3 to 5 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Wednesday, at St. Joseph Church. Interment, Roselawn. Prutch, Lucille Lucille Prutch - Pueblo Chieftain - November 10, 1997 - Lucille Prutch, affectionately known as Grandma," was born Feb. 2, 1915, in Cope, Colo., and went to be with the Lord Nov. 8, 1997. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Meda Packard. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Carl K. Prutch, of the family home- by her son, Sam (Marilyn) Prutch, Pueblo- by her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Mary Kiesler of Canon City, Philip Prutch and family of Vineland, Virginia (Bob) Gist, Pueblo, and Roseanne (Sam) Henderson of Grants Pass, Ore. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Carl (Alene) Prutch, Paula (Tom) Tucci, and Cindy Prutch, all of Pueblo, and Chris (Mary) Prutch of Scottsdale, Ariz.- by her great-grandchildren, Michael Tucci, Garatt Tucci, Brian Prutch, Zack Prutch, Nick Prutch, Christina Prutch, and Monica Gallegos. Mrs. Prutch was a lifelong resident of Pueblo where she farmed and worked in various businesses with her husband and family, and made many friends. She was a sweet and loving person and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, McCarthy Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home following the service and before going to the cemetery. Arrangements by McCarthy Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight. Prutch, Sam Sam Prutch - Pueblo Chieftain - March 21, 1999 - Sam Prutch, 76, passed away March 19, 1999. Survived by his wife, Mary Jane Prutch- children, Samuel C. (Dianne) Prutch, Vernal, Utah, James C. (Sally) Prutch, Patty (Allen) Prutch, Joseph T. (Renee) Prutch, Gerald F. (Verna) Prutch, all of Pueblo, Peter T. (Debbie) Prutch, Denver, Frederick R. (Janice) Prutch, Great Bend, Kan.- 17 grandchildren- one great-grandchild- and brother, Joseph Prutch, Boone. Preceded in death by his parents- and son-in-law, Gordon Allen. Mr. Prutch was a charter member of Holy Family Parish. Funeral Mass, 9:30 a.m. Monday, Holy Family Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food and flowers, contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Meadows Church Building Fund in his memory. Viewing, 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Prutch, Sam Carl Sam Carl Prutch - Pueblo Chieftain - August 25, 1987 - Sam Carl Prutch died Aug. 23, 1987, in El Segundo, Calif. Survived by wife, four children and two brothers. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Prutch, formerly of Pueblo; grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Prutch; nephew of Tony Prutch, Denver, and Mrs. Mae Rogers, Pueblo. Pryor, Burton L. Burton L. Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - February 04, 1986 - Burton L. Pryor, 78, died unexpectedly on Feb. 1, 1986, while wintering at Truth or Consequences, N.M. For many years he was a heavy equipment operator, working on such projects as the Panama Canal and the Pueblo Reservoir. Predeceased by his wife, Dorothy, in 1978, and a grandson, Jeremiah Pooler, in 1981. He was the father of Gladys (Francis) Greenlow of Colis, Maine; Kenneth (Marlene) Pooler of Paradise, La.; Darlene (Tom) Burkart of Pueblo; Richard (JoAnn) Pooler of Torrance, Calif.; Truman ('Dini') Pooler of Pueblo; Ronald (Pat) Pooler of Craig; and Rod (Debbie) Pooler of Roundrock, Texas. Also survived by 17 grand-children and three great-grandchildren. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and Operating Engineers No. 9 for the last 45 years. He belonged to the Sheriff's Posse and was a longtime contributor to the Boys' Ranch program. Cremation. Memorial service at 1:30 p.m. Friday in Rose Chapel, T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home, with the Rev. William LeRoy officiating. Contributions may be made in his name to the Arthritis Foundation or Dream Weavers through the funeral home. The family may be contacted at 1609 E. First. Pryor, Cheryl Ann Cheryl Ann Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - July 10, 1994 - Cheryl Ann Pryor, July 7, 1994. Wife of Gary L. Pryor; mother of Kimberly (Robin) Leach and Lynn (Jeff) Leyva, both of Pueblo; grandmother of Jacob Daniel Leach. Also survived by parents, R. Dean and Elsie Jacobs; sister, Lana (Gary) Richards, Billings, Mont.; and brother, Bob (Bev) Jacobs, Colorado City; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and other relatives and friends. Mrs. Pryor was a teacher for School District No. 60 and a member of Our Lady of the Meadows Parish. Services; Vigil service, 7 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, both at Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. For those who wish, memorials may be made in her memory to Sangre de Cristo Hospice or E.W.T.N, 5817 Old Leeds Roads, Irondale, Ala. 35210-9948 Pryor, Edward E. Edward E. Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - June 28, 2005 - Edward E. Pryor, former longtime resident of Pueblo, born June 2, 1920, in Millerton, N.D., went to be with the Lord on June 23, 2005, after a brief illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Constance (Ricotta) Pryor, who now resides in Denver. He also is survived by four children, Nancy Lesch, Carol (Allen) Merritt, Frank (Yvonne) and Richard (Kathy); 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. After being honorably discharged from serving in WWII, Edward moved to Pueblo and retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. with 32 years of service. He was a member of St. Mary Parish and the Holy Name Society. He will be missed greatly by his family and many longtime friends. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, George McCarthy funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Wednesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Mary Church. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities in Edward's memory. Pryor, Esther Esther "Floriene" Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - July 06, 2003 - Esther "Floriene" Pryor. Born Sept. 4, 1916, in Las Animas, Colo., passed away July 4, 2003, in Canon City, Colo. Preceded in death by husband, Pleasant D. Pryor, whom she married Aug. 5, 1936; and son, Donald Pryor. Survived by sons, Ronald H. (Lenora Clements) Pryor, Jay Dee Pryor; and daughter, S. Rena Pryor. Also survived by four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was blessed and loved spending time with her four generations of descendants. Floriene was involved in the Methodist church, Cattle Women's Association, numerous quilt clubs and always loved a good auction. Services are pending. Pryor, Ethel Ethel Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - August 15, 1987 - Ethel Pryor, 90, of Las Animas, Aug. 14. Griffy and Horber. Service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Griffy-Horber Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Richard L. Morris officiating. Interment, Las Animas Cemetery. Pryor, Frank L. Frank L. Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - September 22, 2005 - Frank L. Pryor, born Sept. 8, 1924, passed away after an extended illness on Sept. 21, 2005. Survived by his wife, Margaret "Petie"; and children, Frank (Patty) Pryor, Gordon (Lynne) Russell, Dan (Trisha) Pryor, Paul Russell, Maryanne (David) Kaessner and Kathleen (Dale) Iten. Also survived by 14 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and his sister, Rosemary LaGrange. Preceded in death by his first wife, Beth Pryor; and his brother, Wilbur Pryor. Frank was a World War II veteran serving in the India-Burma-China Theater from 1943 to 1945, and retired from the Frank Pryor Furniture Co. in 1986. Special thanks to Dr. Gaide and Rachel, Laura, Lisa, Frances, Becky, David, Virginia, Melody and Liz and to his priceless friends, Don and Betty Johnson. Memorial Mass, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, 2005, Christ the King Catholic Church, with the Rev. Tom Adrians as celebrant. Private family inurnment at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels, 230 N. Union Ave., Pueblo, CO, 81003. Pryor, Ida Mae Ida Mae Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - July 08, 2001 - Ida Mae Pryor was taken home by her Lord and Savior on July 6, 2001. Idie is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Leslie V. Pryor. Also survived by her loving children, Gilbert (Judy) Pryor, Gary (Leslie) Pryor, Gaylene (Cordell) Sandusky, Gayle L. Pryor-Thornton (Douglas E. Thornton); grandchildren, Brad Pryor, Leanne (Dan Buchak) Miller, Lynette (Todd) Markus, Mikele (Scott) Miller, Kimberly (Robin) Leach, Kris (Dino) Spinuzzi, Marnie (Todd) Walden, Lynn (Jeff) Leyva, Mindy (Jay) Erickson, Nikki (Ray) Fort, and Russell Thornton; 21 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Monday, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at 747 Tijuana, Pueblo West, after the service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Imperial Funeral Home. These donations will be given to a women's ministry in Ida Mae's memory. Pryor, Leslie Vern Leslie Vern Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - July 22, 2003 - Leslie Vern Pryor, 78, was taken home by his Lord and Savior on July 19, 2003. Born on Dec. 14, 1924, in Pueblo to Roy and Rosa (White) Pryor who preceded him, along with his loving wife of 58 years, Ida Mae Pryor; brother, Q.B. Pryor; and sister, Sherlene Gundy. Survived by his loving children, Gilbert (Judy) Pryor, Gary (Leslie) Pryor, Gaylene (Cordell) Sandusky and Gayle L. Pryor (Douglas Thornton); grandchildren, Brad Pryor, Kris (Dino) Spinuzzi, Kimberly (Robin) Leach, Lynn (Jeff) Levya, Leanne (Nick) Mauro, Lynette Markus, Mikele (Scott) Miller, Mindy (Jay) Erickson, Nikki (Ray) Fort, Marnie (Todd) Walden, Russell Thornton, Jake Gisch; 23 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Graveside service, 9 a.m. Wednesday, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at 747 Tijuana, Pueblo West, after the service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Fellowship of Christian Athletes through the funeral home office in his memory. Pryor, Pleasant D. Pleasant D. Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - July 29, 1998 - Pleasant D. Pryor, 86, of Florence, died July 27, 1998. Born Jan. 18, 1912, in Las Animas, Colo., to Jess Pryor and Minnie (Sallyards) Pryor. On Aug. 10, 1936, he married (Esther) Floriene Gall in La Junta, Colo. He was an ironworker for construction companies Local No. 750. He lived in Colorado all his life and was very involved with his family and family life. They were the most important thing to him. He worked in Pueblo until his retirement, then moved to Florence. Preceded in death by a son, Donald J. Pryor. Survived by wife- sons, Ronald Pryor, Florence, and Jay (Betty Lancaster) Pryor, Phoenix, Ariz.- daughter, Rena Pryor, Florence- five grandchildren- and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 1998, at Roselawn Cemetery Chapel at the Roselawn Cemetery in Pueblo. Burial, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church in Florence, through the Florence Mortuary, 120 N. Pikes Peak Ave., Florence. Pryor, Q. B. Q. B. Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - November 21, 2000 - Q. B. Pryor, 84, passed away Nov. 19, 2000. Survived by loving wife, Irene E. Pryor; son, Richard R. Pryor of the family home; daughter, Celia A. (Meredith W.) Dotson; brother, Leslie V. (Ida Mae) Pryor; two grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Memorial service Friday, 1 p.m., Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment immediately following service, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pryor, Robert E. Robert E. Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - February 09, 2006 - Robert E. "Bob" Pryor, 72, passed away Feb. 8, 2006. Survived by his son, Don (Rene) Pryor, of Buena Vista; brother, Harold Pryor, of Pueblo; grandchildren, Shawndee (R.J.) Swagerty, Alicia Pryor, Mindy Pryor; and five great-grandchildren. Bob was born April 15, 1933, in Pueblo. Viewing in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel 3 to 5 p.m. today. Graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10, 2006, Mountain View Cemetery (please use Beulah Avenue entrance). The family will receive friends and relatives at 863 E. Saunders in Pueblo West following the service. Pryor, Ronald H. Ronald H. Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - December 21, 2005 - Ronald H. Pryor, 66, of Pueblo, passed away Monday, Dec. 19, 2005. Ronald is preceded in death by his father, Plesant D. Pryor "Peewee;" mother, Esther Floriene (Gall) Pryor; brother, Donald Pryor. Survived by children, Tammy (Curt) Bartell, Rick (Deb) Pryor, Jim (Shannon Wills) Pryor, Brenda (Chris) Moore; longtime companion, Lenora Clements; brother, Jay D. Pryor; sister, Rena Pryor; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Ronald was born in Las Animas, Colo., and entered the workforce as an ironworker, Local 750 (No. 24) in 1954 at the age of 15, where he retired after 50 years of service. He enjoyed riding bulls and the rodeo in his younger years and fishing in his later years. Visitation, 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, with the Funeral service on Friday, Dec. 23, 2005, at 10 a.m. both at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel with Interment to follow in Roselawn Cemetery. Reception will be held at the home of Rena Pryor. Pryor, Toni Mayre Toni Mayre Pryor - Pueblo Chieftain - December 23, 1999 - Toni Mayre Pryor went to be with the Lord on Dec. 21, 1999. She is survived by her mother, Lillie Woodruff; her son, Shawn E. Pryor; and granddaughters, Ashley and April Pryor and also Gene and Jenny Pryor; plus numerous family and friends. Memorial service, Friday, Dec. 24, 10 a.m. at Christian Family Fellowship Church, Canon City, with private interment at a later date. Please omit flowers. Contributions may be made to National Multiple Sclerosis/Colorado Chapter, 1777 S. Harrison, Suite 200, Denver, 80210. Psear, Joe Joe Psear - Yuma Pioneer - February 4, 1910 - Primero Coal Mine Disaster - Horrible Gas Explosion in Colorado Fuel & Iron Company's Mine - May Be Over 100 Dead - Rescue Workers Find Twenty-Four Dead Bodies and One Man Alive - Primero, Colo., Feb. 1 (Tuesday) - Over 100 men are believed killed by a terrific explosion in the Primero mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Note: Joe Psear is listed among the dead of the Primero Mine disaster of January 31, 1910 through the Denver Public Library's collection entitled "Colorado Mining Fatalities." It lists Joe Psear as an Austrian, age 27, and single. He was working as a miner for Colorado Fuel & Iron, and the cause of death was listed as an explosion of gas and dust. For complete coverage of this disaster go to: http://www.kmitch.com/Huerfano/primero.html Pucell, Eleanor M. Eleanor M. Pucell - Pueblo Chieftain - November 27, 2002 - Eleanor M. Pucell, 78, born Dec. 29, 1923, passed away Nov. 26, 2002. Survived by her husband, Richard Pucell; sisters, Elsie Vidmar and Agatha (Noble) Shaner; sister-in-law, Irene Sillox; and brothers-in-law, Kenneth (Beverly) Pucell and Daniel (Ann) Pucell. Preceded in death by her brothers, Raymond and Frank Vidmar. Viewing, Wednesday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10 a.m., St. Mary Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Puckett, Florence M. Florence M. Puckett - Pueblo Chieftain - July 10, 2001 - Florence M. Puckett, 94, passed away July 8, 2001. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles E. and Ida F. Puckett; brother, Paul Puckett; sister, Gladys Mae Sutton; and nephew, Byron William "Billy" Taylor. She is survived by her niece, Betty (Hal) Averyt; and longtime friend and caretaker, Jan Wall. Florence was an avid reader and animal lover. She will be sadly missed by all who loved her. Visitation, 2 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Graveside service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mountain View Cemetery. Those who wish may make donations to Dream Weavers, P.O. Box 212, Pueblo, CO 81002 in memory of Florence. Puckett, John L. (Mrs.) Mrs. John L. Puckett - Yampa Leader - April 26, 1912 - Because she refused to permit a tramp to rob the store of which she was in sole charge, Mrs. John L. Puckett was probably fatally beaten with a stove poker by a tramp at Nyburg, fourteen miles east of Pueblo. Puckett, Lola Lola Puckett - Brandon Bell - January 9, 1914 - The woman known in Denver as Mrs. Lulu Elder, who shot and killed Frank S. Gregory in a hotel in Denver and then sent a bullet through her own brain, was really Mrs. Lola Puckett, heiress to $15,000, the existence of which she did not know, according to attorneys and friends at Las Animas. Pucl, Elsie Elsie Pucl Pueblo Chieftain July 26, 1920 Elsie Pucl, aged 19 months, died yesterday. Funeral will take place this afternoon at 3:30 from the home, 1208 Berwind avenue, and at 4 o'clock from St. Mary's church. Burial will be at Roselawn in charge of McCarthy's. Pudder, Timothy Timothy Pudder - Pueblo Chieftain - November 11, 2006 - Cardiac arrest fells State patrol cadet - A Colorado State Patrol cadet collapsed during training Friday and died later at a Denver hospital. According to a state patrol press release, Cadet Timothy Pudder, 40, of Falcon, died at 11:55 p.m. at Denver's Lutheran Hospital where he was taken after suffering a cardiac arrest. Pudder was participating in a survival training exercise at the academy when paramedics noticed he was overly exhausted. The cadet was taken to an ambulance to have his vitals monitored when he went into a full cardiac arrest, according to Master Trooper Ron Watkins. Pudder entered the CSP Academy on July 17 and was in his 18th week of a 22-week academy. Pufahl, Tim Tim Pufahl - Pueblo Chieftain - May 24, 2005 - Tim Pufahl, 57, passed away May 21, 2005, in Calgary Alberta, Canada. Survived by his wife, Jan; mother, Margaret; sons, Jason and Justin; grandson, Joshua; sisters, Sally and family and Susie and family; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and co-workers. Preceded in death by his father, Arthur Pufahl. A celebration of Tim's life will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2005, in Calgary. He will be missed by all who knew him for his sense of humor and how he made you laugh. He's cutting steaks at St. Peter's gate. Puga, Candida Aurora Candida Aurora "Dora" Puga - Pueblo Chieftain - September 14, 1981 Candida Aurora "Dora" Puga, late of 210 Cottonwood, died Sept. 12, 1981. A Pueblo resident since 1946 and formerly of Trinidad. Preceded in death by son, William Puga, June 7, 1966. Survived by husband, Charles Puga Sr., and her children, Charles Puga Jr., James Puga and Russell Puga, all of Pueblo, and Sandra Jimenez, Leadville. Mother-in-law of Doris Puga and Ben Jimenez. Grandmother of Charles Puga III, Troy Puga, and Christina Puga. Sister of Edward Valdez Sr. and Tony Valdez, both of Denver, Marie Shively of Texas and Marie Santistevan, Trinidad. Rosary recitation 7 p.m. Monday and Mass of Christian burial 10 a.m. Tuesday, both services at Our Lady of Assumption Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food, donations, and flowers, Masses may be offered. Family at 210 Cottonwood. Puga, Charles C. Charles C. Puga - Pueblo Chieftain - January 16, 2001 - Charles C. Puga, 86, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 14, 2001. He is preceded in death by his son, William Puga, in 1966; his beloved wife, Dora in 1981; his parents, Antonio and Maria Puga; paternal grandparents, Basilio and Bernabe Puga; and maternal grandparents, Arcadio and Jesus Gomez. He was the loving father of Charles (Doris) Puga Jr., Denver, James (Sylvia) Puga, Russel Puga and Sandra (Benjamin) Jimenez, all of Pueblo. Grandfather of Charles (Karen) Puga III, Littleton, Troy (Lee Ann) Puga, Lakewood, Christina Puga and Valdemar Jimenez of Pueblo. Survived by six great-grandchildren. Brother to Francis Craig, Trinidad, Lawrence Puga, Las Cruces, N.M., Joseph (Laurie) Puga, Pueblo, and Henry (Agnes) Puga of Littleton. Brother-in-law to Edward Valdez Sr., Denver. Also survived by many nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces. Charles entered active military service in April of 1941. Upon his honorable discharge, he worked in Federal Services for the Department of the Army at the Pueblo Ordinance Depot until his retirement in July 1976. The family would like to extend their great appreciation to Sangre de Cristo Hospice for their loving and tender care of Charles. In lieu of food, memorial contributions may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice in his memory. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of the Assumption Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery with military honors by the Pueblo Veteran's Ritual Team. Puga, Joseph R. Joseph R. "Joe" Puga - Pueblo Chieftain - December 4, 2006 - Joseph R. "Joe" Puga passed away Dec. 1, 2006, in Pueblo. Joe was born Feb. 17, 1927, in Berwind, Colo., to Antonio and Maria Puga. He grew up in Trinidad and was a graduate of Trinidad High School and Trinidad State Junior College before moving to Pueblo in 1948. Mr. Puga was a veteran having served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was employed as a psych tech at the Colorado State Hospital for 47 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers and two sisters. Mr. Puga is survived by his wife of 52 years, Laura Puga; a brother, Henry (Agnes) Puga of Littleton; a sister, Frances Craig of Trinidad; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, 2006, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Michigan and Routt. Donations in memory of Mr. Puga may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the Pueblo Animal Shelter, direct or through the mortuary. Pugel, Mamie Mamie (Kogovsek) Pugel - Pueblo Chieftain - August 31, 2001 - Sunrise, Jan. 1, 1909, sunset, at her home, Aug. 29, 2001. Mamie has been reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband Pete, who preceded her there in 1993, after their marriage of 67 years. Left to cherish her memory are her brother, Frank L. Kogovsek and his wife Delfinia, of Pueblo, her brother Raymond (Frankie Hilton) Kogovsek and his wife Helen, of Pembroke Pines, Fla.; and her sisters-in-law, Elsie Dolan, Eva Pugel and Juanita Blatnick. The second generation to honor her are her godson/nephew, John J. Kogovsek; her goddaughter/niece, Mary Joy Kogovsek; and the following: Frank A. (Leona) Kogovsek of Northglenn, Raymond P. (Linda Gunsolus) Kogovsek, Daniel C. (Patty) Kogovsek, Larry P. Kogovsek, of Bend, Ore., Eulice Kogovsek, Ray (Judy) Hilton, and Barry (Pam) Kogovsek of Florida, Audrey (Ray) Perko, Mary Propes, Kathleen (Bob Fritzel) Kenick and Irene Blatnick. The members of her family's third generation of nieces and nephews are Lisa (Greg) Plutt, ToniRae (Curtis) Andres, Greg (Clarissa) Kogovsek, Jen Kogovsek, Jerry Kogovsek, Ryan Kogovsek, Stephanie Hilton, Ryan Hilton, Shelley Kogovsek, Kelly Kogovsek, Chris Kenick, Julianna Kenick, Gary Perko, Lori (Darren) Pantleo and Sharon (Mark) Hawkins. Many friends will miss Mamie, including very special friends Larry K. Higinbotham, Irene Dehn, and a host of friends from WSA Fraternal Life, The Pueblo Regent and service and volunteer groups. Mamie's career included insurance claims clerk at Corwin Hospital, clerk at Crews & Beggs, hostess at the Pueblo Continental Hotel, bookkeeper at the Pueblo Single Fund and Plumbers and Pipefitters Local No. 20, lodge secretary for Slovan Lodge No. 3 and member of the board of directors of WSA Fraternal Life. Mamie will be most notably remembered for being an advocate for the rights and welfare of the elderly. She was an eloquent spokeswoman for this cause and served on various local, state and national boards to improve the livelihood of this segment of our society. In recognition of her many years of volunteering, the National Fraternal Congress of America awarded her its National Fraternalist of 1995 designation in Washington, D.C. Locally, she was recognized with the "Sunshine" award in 1985. Mamie and Pete were renowned travelers. They appreciated their sunrises and sunsets from their backyard to all 50 states and five continents. Mamie had been a member of the Business and Professional Women's Club, Bishop's Guild, Daughters of Isabella, SRDA, AARP, St. Mary Parish Council and WSA Fraternal Life. She was a lifetime member of St. Mary Parish where the celebration of the Mass and her life will be held on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001, at 10 a.m. Burial will take place at Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, Mamie would have preferred that donations be made to a charity of choice. If so inclined, persons may donate to St. Mary Prayer Garden, the John Gornick Slovenian Museum, SRDA or the Sangre de Cristo Hospice in care of the funeral home office. Pugel, Margaret Eleanor Margaret Eleanor Pugel - Pueblo Chieftain - September 07, 2003 - Margaret Eleanor Pugel, who, after 89 years of dedicated and devoted concern and care for her family and friends, quite unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on Sept. 4, 2003. Margaret learned to drive her car at age 65, and was totally independent all her life, living at home until her untimely and unforeseen death. She was born on May 28, 1914, in Pueblo, to Frank and Fortune Jacketta. Her beloved husband, Joe E. Pugel, passed on in 1980, after 45 years of marriage. She is survived by her son, Professor Robert J. (Elke) Pugel; daughter, Dr. Peg Rooney; two grandchildren, Sean and Kate Rooney; brother, Ed Jacketta; and sister, Helen Ruggieri; and numerous nieces and nephews. Margaret was active in St. Mary's Church, Lafamiglia Italiana, R.E.A.C. of Eagles No. 145, the Dante Society, and the Bessemer Historical Society. At her specific request, a private family ceremony was held at the Roselawn Chapel, with burial also at Roselawn Cemetery, on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2003. Margaret urges her friends to pray for her and her family at "your own time and in your own way." Pugh, Mildred I. Mildred I. Pugh - Pueblo Chieftain - January 01, 1999 - Mildred I. Pugh, lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away Dec. 30, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Pugh- by her brothers, David and Carl Pearson- and her sister, Margaret Reilley. Survived by daughter, Margaret Ann (George) Del Monte, Florence, Colo.- two grandchildren, Tom (Kathie) Whalen, Gypsum, Colo., and Shelley (Brad) Crosby, Forestdale, Mass.- and by three great-grandchildren, Tommy and Patrick Whalen and Jake Crosby. She was a member of First Baptist Church. At her request, cremation with no service. Pugh, Ruth Esther Ruth Esther Pugh - Pueblo Chieftain - October 13, 2002 - Ruth Esther Pugh, 68, departed this life Oct. 10, 2002, at St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center. A Pueblo resident for the past 40 years, Mrs. Pugh was born April 19, 1934, in Mansfield, La. A homemaker, she was an excellent cook known for her barbecue ribs, gumbo dishes, pound cakes and mouth-watering sweet potato pies. Children in her neighborhood would always go to Momma Pugh's home for meals and sweet treats. She also maintained an excellent vegetable garden. She said her secret was that she talked to her plants. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Herbert (Freda) Pugh, Aurora, Colo. Alvin Pugh, Atlanta, Ga., Kennedy (Audrey) Rilly Pugh, New York City, Horace (Karen) Pugh, Highlands Ranch, Colo., Theresa, Linda and Pat Pugh, all of Pueblo. In addition, she is survived by the father of her children, Herbert Pugh Sr. Colorado Springs; companion the Rev. John Potter, Jeff (Mayra) Potter, Jeanette (Shawn Vandervaull) Pugh; and her faithful dog, Simba Beathoveen Pugh; seven grandchildren Yvette, Yvonne, Brian, Joshua, Brianna, Jonathan and Mallory Pugh; a brother, John Henry Richards, Louisiana, Nancy Richards, Pueblo. Predeceased by her parents, Willie and Jessie Edwards Richards; siblings, Jesse Lee, Sidney Bass, Louis Bubba, Steve, Nancy, Vera Mae, Willie Dell, Jenny Ruth and Alberta Richards. Both services, St. Joseph Catholic Church Blende. Rosary Vigil, 7 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday. The Rev. Benjamin J. Bacino celebrant. Interment Roselawn Cemetery. The Pugh Family will receive friends at 28225 Iris Rd. and St. Joseph Community Hall following the burial rites. Pugh, Wayne C. Wayne C. Pugh - Pueblo Chieftain - August 19, 1999 - Wayne C. Pugh, 78, passed away Aug. 16, 1999. Survived by sister, Eileen (Edward T.) Eurich and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded by brothers, Vern W. Pugh and Willard J. Pugh- and nephew, William Zittle. Mr. Pugh retired from C&W Railroad. Cremation, Imperial Crematory. Graveside inurnment, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, Imperial Memorial Gardens. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to Animal Welfare, P.O. Box 11002, Pueblo, Colo., 81001, in Mr. Pugh's memory. Pugliano, Alex C. Alex C. Pugliano - Pueblo Chieftain - July 26, 2005 - Alex C. Pugliano, 47, born March 2, 1958, in Pueblo, passed away July 22, 2005, in Cripple Creek. Survived by his siblings, Kathie (Walt) Bassett Jr. of Beulah, Mary (John) Gentry of Pueblo, Ken (Sandra) Lewis of Pueblo and George (Mary) Lewis of Seattle, Wash.; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Carmen and Marian Pugliano; brother, Clyde Lewis; and sister, Linda Sutton. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2005, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Rick Calhoun officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cripple Creek Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, through the funeral home. Puleo, Lewis Allen Lewis Allen Puleo - Pueblo Chieftain - May 02, 2006 - Lewis Allen Puleo departed this life at the age of 65 on April 29, 2006. Survived by his daughters Melissa J. Tumblin (Puleo) and Sabrina C. Puleo. Services will be held on Wed., May 3, 2006, 10am at St. Mary's Church, 307 E. Mesa Ave., Pueblo. Pulido, Irene Irene Pulido - Pueblo Chieftain - August 29, 2004 - Irene Pulido, 72, received her wings on Aug. 26, 2004. She was born on July 9, 1932, in Pueblo, Colo. She will be sadly missed by her brothers and sisters, Candy Butkovich, Pete Pulido, Gloria (Fred) Sandoval, Connie (Lois) Kochendarfer, Mary Jane (Daniel) Mestas, Liz Sanchez, Paul (Rose) Pulido, Angela (Robert) Roosa, Julie (Charlie) Chacon, Lala (Ken) Yeries; aunt, Lucille Huerta of California; numerous nieces, nephews and relatives, special friend and caregiver, Raine Ortiz; and friends and staff at Colorado Blue Sky Enterprise. Services will be held at St. Francis Catholic Church, 611 Logan Ave., Pueblo, Colo. Rosary, 7 p.m. Monday. Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at 1201 Jackson Street. Pueblo Chieftain - August 30, 2004 - Irene C. Pulido is preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Josephine Pulido. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. today, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday; both services at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. The Rev. Ben Bacino will serve as celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pulido, Josephine Josephine Pulido - Pueblo Chieftain - January 29, 1998 - Josephine Pulido, born June 2, 1910, in Fowler, Colo., was received in the Lord's grace on Jan. 28, 1998. She is rejoined with her husband, Arnold Pulido- mother, Julia Morales- stepfather, Pedro J. Morales- and brother, Joe Arguello. Survived by four generations of loving family, including children, Candy (George) Butkovich, Irene Pulido, Pete Pulido, Gloria (Antonio) Sandoval, Connie (Korky) Kochendarfer, Mary Jane (Dan) Mestas, Elizabeth (Agapito) Sanchez, Paul (Rose) Pulido, Angela (Bob) Roosa, Julie (Charlie) Chacon and Lala (Ken) Yeries- sisters, Lupe Apodaca and Lucille Huerta- 36 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Rosary, 7 p.m. Friday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday. Both services at St. Francis Church. Viewing, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday, Angelus Chapel. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends and relatives at 1143 Bragdon, Pueblo. Pullara, Charles V. Charles V. Pullara - Pueblo Chieftain - May 22, 2002 - Charles V. Pullara, age 86, born Nov. 21, 1915, passed away May 19, 2002. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Doris Pullara; and children, Charles F. (Carol) Pullara, Avondale, Dorothy (Glen) Caple and Gary (Sue) Pullara, both of Pueblo, and Frances (Warren) Fox of Canon City. Also survived by his sister, Florence Trani, Pennsylvania; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Dominic and Frances Pullara; brothers, Felix, Tony, Joe and Chris Pullara; and sisters, Josephine Fraterelli, Rose Tuttoilmondo-Smith, Lena Rossorelli and Mary Spinuzzi. Charles was a lifelong farmer in the Vineland area. When he took time away from farming, he enjoyed fly fishing and hunting. Cremation, Almont Crematory. Memorial Mass, 1 p.m. Thursday, Sacred Heart Church in Avondale. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the local Alzheimer's Association or to a charity of the donor's choice in his memory. Pullara, Chris Chris Pullara - Pueblo Chieftain - May 01, 2000 - Chris Pullara, age 94, passed away April 29, 2000. Preceded in death by his wife, Edith Pullara. Survived by his daughter, Jolene (Lewis) Romett and son, Frank (Patricia) Pullara. Also survived by six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Charlie Pullara; and sisters, Lena Rossarelli and Florence Trani; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Pullara was president of the Senior Citizen Bowling League in Pueblo for 20 years and was a member of Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE). He retired from the Missouri Pacific Railroad in 1972. His many joys in life were gardening, bowling and spending time with his family. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 11 a.m., Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pullara, Doris Ellen Doris Ellen Pullara - Pueblo Chieftain - March 27, 2003 - Doris Ellen Pullara, born Feb. 18, 1921, died March 25, 2003. Doris is now at rest following a very long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Predeceased by her husband, Charles V. Pullara; her father, Joseph Rebol; her mother and stepfather, Della and Don Rayburn; and her brother, Leroy Rebol. Doris is survived by her children, Charles (Carol) Pullara, Avondale, Dorothy (Glen) Caple, Pueblo, Gary (Sue) Pullara, Pueblo, and Frances (Warren) Fox of Canon City. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by "special daughter," Cindy (Martin) Levar, who practically grew up in Doris' home; and by numerous special nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbors. Doris was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother, living most of her life on the family farm in the Vineland area. She loved her family, her home and her church. She derived great enjoyment from playing the piano for many years and always had a big smile for everyone. She took great pride in her yard and flowers and loved all of the various animals she had and took care of over the years. She was the best cook ever and always had the traditional Sunday spaghetti dinner for her family and anyone else who might show up. Doris will be missed by everyone; however, we all rejoice in the fact she is now in a much better place. Special thanks to University Park Care Center Station 2 for all of their care, treatment and understanding. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday, St. Therese Catholic Church in Vineland. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, those who wish may make donations in memory of Doris through the funeral home. Pullara, John John Pullara - Pueblo Chieftain - January 26, 1987 - John Pullara. Son of Mrs. Jane Pullara; brother of Eugene Pullara of Boulder. Also survived by numerous aunts and uncles, cousins, two great aunts and many friends. Mr. Pullara was born in Pueblo on Feb. 4, 1937. He graduated from Central High School in 1955, received an A.A. degree from Pueblo College in 1957, his B.S. from the University of Northern Colorado in 1959 and a master's degree in social work from the University of Utah in 1966. John had been employed at the Colorado State Hospital for 27 years as a social worker. He was a member of CAPE and Our Lady of the Assumption parish. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of the Assumption Church. Interment, Roselawn. Please omit donations of food and flowers. Friends who wish may contribute to the memorial of their choice. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. Pullara, Marie Grace Marie Grace Pullara - Pueblo Chieftain - May 21, 2006 - Marie Grace Pullara, 99, born Feb. 25, 1907, has joined her family in heaven, passing from this earth May 18, 2006. Preceded in death by her husband, Sam, on Jan. 25, 1974; son, Nick, on Dec. 11, 2004; parents, Andriana and Nichola Macaluso; one beloved sister and four brothers. Her son, Charles; daughter, Jennie (Joseph) Genova; daughter-in-law, Dona Pullara; and sister-in-law, Marie Pullara, survive her. She had eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Marie took great pride in her family, home, garden and was most noted for her Italian spinach pie. She was a lifetime member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Vineland. Family will receive guests at a viewing and reception, 5 to 7 p.m. today, at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, May 22, 2006, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pullara, Nick P. Nick P. Pullara - Pueblo Chieftain - December 14, 2004 - Papa Nick P. Pullara, 71, departed this life on Dec. 11, 2004, to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Survived by his loving and caring wife, Dona, of 49 years; sons, Nick L. (Joanne), Kenny and Tom (Christine) Pullara; daughter, Cindy (Keith) Johnson; grandchildren, Nick L. Jr., Jeremy, Joseph and Andrew Pullara, Kassie and Tyler Johnson; mother, Mary Pullara; sister, Jennie (Joe) Genova; and brother, Charles Pullara. A viewing will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2004, at Roselawn Funeral Home, 1706 Roselawn Road. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 16, 2004, at Pueblo Christian Center, 1605 S. Pueblo Blvd. At Papa Nick's request, contributions may be made directly to the family to be further distributed to those who have touched the family in special ways. Pullaro, Josephine Josephine Pullaro - Pueblo Chieftain - November 20, 1999 - Josephine Pullaro, passed away Nov. 18, 1999. Survived by brothers, Joseph Ianne, Mike Cortese, and Carmen Mastreno, all of Pueblo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, John J. Pullaro, in 1988; sisters, Susie Bendatti, Jennie Messina, Frances Maroney, Mary Nally, and Theresa Marino; and brother, Tony Ianne. To my nurse and caregivers (my Guardian Angels) Nancy Welch, Boni Jones, Phyllis Gallimore, Theresa DeHerrera, Delores Frank, Pat Dodson, and Melanie Gott "Thank you for the excellent care you gave to me." Pallbearers for Mrs. Pullaro's service will be Russell Ianne, Joe Marino, Edward Mastreno, Mike Mastreno, Richard Golob, and Ron Golob. Viewing, Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., George McCarthy Funeral Home. Funeral Mass, Monday, 10 a.m., Shrine of St. Therese. Entombment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Pullaro, Paul C. Paul C. Pullaro - Pueblo Chieftain - December 23, 2004 - Paul C. Pullaro, 92, passed away Dec. 21, 2004. Survived by his beloved wife, Nancy Pullaro; children, Samantha and Amanda Pullaro, all of the family home; children from his late wife, Pauline, Barbara Kambich of Fort Collins, Colo., Mike, Shannon and Rosemary Pullaro, all of San Diego, Calif.; brother, Charles Pullaro; and sister, Mary Hull, both of Pueblo; nine grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Rose Pullaro of Pueblo; his first wife, Pauline Pullaro of San Diego, Calif.; and his brother, Joe Pullaro of Pueblo. Paul was born May 12, 1912, in Pueblo. Paul was a contracting engineer and founder of Pullaro Contracting and ARO Trucking in San Diego. During his career, he helped develop Sea World in San Diego. Paul has spent many years being a devoted and loving father to his children and teaching them to see the humor in life. He enjoyed baseball in San Diego and was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. He loved gardening, riding horses, spending time in the mountains and walking his dogs. There will be an open house celebration of Paul's life from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2004, at the family home, 216 Dunsmere. Casual dress is welcome as Paul's beloved pets will be in attendance. Pullaro, Rose Rose Pullaro - Pueblo Chieftain - March 12, 2002 - Age 83, passed way March 10, 2002. Missed and survived by daughters, Dianne (Ben) Doughty, Rapid City, S.D., Annette (Steve) Warfield; and sisters, Sylvia (John) Greco, Leona Vernon and Sadie (Dan) Tishma. Grandmother to Thomas (Darla) Doughty, Eden Prairie, Minn., and Robin (Pat) O'Rourke, Denver. Other survivors include brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Sam (Ann) Pullaro; several loving nieces, nephews, numerous friends and special neighbors. Rose was preceded in death by Tony, her loving husband of 59 years; her parents, Frances and Michael Marcovecchio; brother, Ralph Marcovecchio; sisters, Esther Sanders, Nell Yeagley, Jane Pullara and Mildred Potestio. Rose was born on Nov. 11, 1918. She attended Riverside Elementary where she was permitted to skip a grade due to her proficiency in reading. In 1935, she graduated from Centennial High School. While her daughters were in elementary school, she was active in Girl Scouts. Her early hobbies included figurine painting, cooking, baking and sewing dance costumes for her girls' recitals. After raising her two daughters, Rose was employed at Schuster's Bakery and Isabelle's Dress Shop. She was a devoted mother and wife; she loved socializing with friends and family and caring for her home and yard. Rose was a member of Shrine of St. Therese Parish and the Dante Alighieri Society. Visitation, 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Shrine of St. Therese, 300 Goodnight Ave. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shrine of St. Therese Memorial Fund or to the American Heart Association. Pullaro, Rose Rose Pullaro - Pueblo Chieftain - December 21, 2004 - Rose Pullaro, 93, passed away Dec. 18, 2004. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Pullaro; two sisters, Nancy Junta and Angelina Valenti. She is survived by her children, Sam (Opal) Pullaro, Joseph (Jan) Pullaro; three grandsons, Sam (Despo) Pullaro of Oregon, Gino Pullaro of California, and Anthony Pullaro; two great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Katie Pullaro; two brothers, Joseph (Mae) Valenti and Leonard Valenti; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Viewing will be 2 to 7 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2004, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made in Rose's memory to the Pueblo City Zoo or to St. Jude Children's Hospital through the funeral home. Pullaro, Sam Q. Sam Q. Pullaro - Pueblo Chieftain - June 15, 2003 - Sam Q. Pullaro, 90, passed away peacefully at his home on June 12, 2003. Born on Aug. 29, 1912, to Angelo and Antonia Pullaro. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Ann Pullaro; and son, Gary Pullaro. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Lillian Burleson, Frances Price and Shirley Keen; brother-in-law, Joe Pugel; and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. He is preceded in death by sisters, Lillian Martinelli, Josephine Cash and Mary DeMarco; and brothers, Joe, John and Tony Pullaro. Sam retired from the Walter Brewing Company after 45 years of service. He was a member of Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE) and St. Francis Xavier Church parish. Viewing, 2 to 5 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Tuesday, St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Pullaro, Tony J. Tony J. "Polar" Pullaro - Pueblo Chieftain - May 18, 1999 - Tony J. "Polar" Pullaro, age 83, passed away May 16, 1999. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Rose Pullaro, daughters, Dianne (Ben) Doughty, Rapid City, S.D., Annette (Steve) Warfield, and brother, Sam (Anna) Pullaro. Grandfather of Thomas (Darla) Doughty, Vermillion, S.D., and Robin (Patrick) O'Rourke, Denver, Colo. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Sylvia (John) Greco, Mildred Potestio, Leona Vernon, Sadie (Dan) Tishma, and several nieces and nephews along with numerous friends and very good neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, Angelo and Antonia Pullaro, brothers, John and Joe, sisters, Mary DeMarco, Lillie Martinelli and Josephine Cash. Tony was born March 8, 1916, in Pueblo, Colo. He attended Riverside Elementary and Centennial High School. For several years, Tony owned and operated the Bronze Rail on Albany and the Steel CF&I Club on Baystate. Later, he worked at the Walter Brewing Company and retired from Midwest Steel in 1979. Tony was a member of the Shrine of St. Therese parish, Pueblo Elks #90, Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE) and the Dante Alighieri Society. He was a devoted husband and father. He loved socializing with friends and tending to his home and garden. Visitation, 2p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10 a.m., Shrine of St. Therese, 300 Goodnight Avenue. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family respectfully requests the omission of food. Memorial contributions maybe made to the Shrine of St. Therese or to the America Cancer Society. Pullen, Virginia Virginia Massarotti Pullen - Pueblo Chieftain - October 01, 1997 - Virginia Massarotti Pullen passed away Sept. 27 at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital after a brief illness. Virginia was born March 19, 1924, to Thomas and Annabelle Massarotti. Survived by husband, Donald- sons, Mike Forbes, Crowley, Colo., Alan (Pat) Forbes, Parker, Colo., Lee Forbes, Chicago, Timothy Jones, Florida, and Danny Jones, Pueblo- grandchildren, Bobby (Sharleen) Forbes, Katherine Forbes, Denver, Charity Forbes, New Mexico, Chad and Crystal Forbes, Chicago, Bo and Keely Jones, Florida- stepchildren, Joyce Cooper, Maryland, Karen (Ted) Stephens, Michigan, Mark Pullen, California, Wayne (Bonnie) Pullen, California, Darlene (Michael) Hershburg, California, Dianna Immell, California- 21 grandchildren, step-grandchildren- 32 great-grandchildren- three great-great-grandchildren- sister, Mary Strah, San Ramon- brothers, Leo Massarotti, California, Thomas (Lucille) Massarotti, California- sisters-in-law, Ann Massarotti and Rose Massarotti, Pueblo- numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents- brothers, Albert, Florideo and Joseph Massarotti- sister, Helen Anselmo- sister-in-law, Patricia Massarotti- brother-in-law, Louis Strah. Virginia and her husband owned the Northside Bakery on 24th. People still talk about the wonderful cakes, rolls and cookies that she took such pride in making. Virginia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She was always there with a helping hand, warm smile or words of comfort. She was an avid bowler, loved animals, her flowers and caring for others. She will be sadly missed by everyone whose lives she touched. The family can be reached at the family home. Viewing, today, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. , 10 a.m. Thursday, McCarthy Rose Chapel. Arrangements by McCarthy Rose Chapel, 329 Goodnight. Pullin, Charles Charles Pullin - Huerfano Journal - January 2, 2009 - Charles Pullin died at his home in Pueblo, Colorado, December 23, 2008. Chuck Pullin was born to James H. "Jim" and Cora (Bruce) Pullin, December 2, 1936, in Bristow, Oklahoma. His family moved to Cheraw, Colorado in the early 1940's where his father had purchased property to ranch. Chuck was a wonderful story teller and would entertain his extended family for years with his tales of growing up in Cheraw; taking the school bus for he and his friends so they could "borrow" watermelons from the local fields; leaping from trees onto his horse for a "quick getaway" and many, many others. Chuck graduated from Cheraw High School in 1956 and married Barbara "Bobbie" (Bailey) Pullin. They moved to La Junta, Colorado where Chuck worked as a manager at the Safeway grocery store. They had three children, Jackie (Ricketts), James "Jim" Pullin and Janette (Karges). In 1958, Chuck joined the La Junta Police Reserve and was shortly promoted to Chief. He would often say that he started out his career as Chief and it had been downhill ever since. In 1961 he joined the Colorado State Patrol starting a career that would become his passion and his legacy. He was transferred to Walsenburg, Colorado where he would spend the next 16 years of his life and where all of his children would graduate from high school. When the Walsenburg golf course was built in 1969, Chuck discovered another passion and during the next 39 years would spend many happy hours with friends and family on the course. In 1977 Chuck married Jan (Carlo) of Pueblo and transferred to Bayfield, Colorado. The next few years would see several promotions and job transfers within CSP. Chuck was promoted to Sergeant and transferred to Pueblo in 1980, promoted to Lieutenant and transferred to Colorado Springs in 1983, promoted to Captain in 1992, promoted to Major and transferred to Grand Junction in 1993 and promoted to Lieutenant Colonel and transferred to Denver in 1995. While serving in the CSP Chuck had hundreds of career "highlights". Chuck met and coordinated security details for two U.S. Presidents, graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quartic, Virginia, served as president of the Colorado Police Protective Association, established the Smokey Golf Tournament (which last year held it's 38th annual), served as the president of the Air Force Academy Quarterback Club and received hundreds of commendation letters, appreciation plaques and citations. In 1998 after 38 years in the CSP, Chuck retired and moved back to Pueblo. His "retirement" wouldn't last long however as he was hired by the Colorado Parole Board as a hearing officer and worked as a ranger at Walking Stick golf course (where he would pleasantly but firmly encourage golfers to "move along") Chuck's retirement was full of travel and good friends. He attended the 2006 Masters, the 2007 and 2008 U.S. Opens (yes, he really was in the stands when Tiger Woods won, as I'm sure he's told you); trips to Europe, the Philippines, Seattle and San Diego to visit family; and many, many others. Chuck's life was more than just a listing of accomplishments and is best told through a memory of his daughter Janette. Janette came home from school one day to surprise a young man who had broken into the house. Before she could react, Chuck arrived home. Janette was so relieved, thinking "how lucky I am that Dad is here". Chuck walked the young man out of the back door and Janette followed to see what would take place. Surprised, Janette watched as Chuck withdrew his wallet and handed the young man some money. She overheard him say "Son, you don't have to break into my house to get money. If you need help, you just come and see me." He is survived by his children, Jackie (Tim) Ricketts, Jim (Marilyn) Pullin and Janette (Steve) Karges; his sister, Sue Watters (Al) Provost; and his grandchildren, Stephanie and Kevin Karges, Mackenzie and Devin Ricketts and Savannah Pullin. He was surrounded by good friends and a family who loved him dearly. His was a life well lived. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday 1/3/09 at St. Joseph Church, 1145 S. Aspen Rd., Pueblo. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Colorado State Patrol Family Foundation, Eagles Christmas for Kids or Pueblo Animal Welfare, through Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors, 1317 N. Main St., Pueblo, CO 81003. Pullman, Mr. Mr. Pullman - Boulder Daily Camera - August 19, 1896 - Many of the young people of town will regret to hear of the death of Mr. Pullman who attended the medical department of the university and made his home with Prof. Keasby while here. He died in Pueblo last week of typhoid fever. Pullum, Margaret O. Margaret O. Pullum - Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 2004 - Margaret O. Pullum made her transition on Oct. 28, 2004. Preceded in death by her husband, Thurman A. Pullum on Dec. 13, 2003; brothers, Pete Valdez and Paul Mora; and sisters, Josephine Trujillo and Jesusita Salazar. Survived by her daughter, Gloria (Dick) Simms of Pueblo; stepdaughters, Beverly (Robert) Barton of Colorado Springs and Regina Nadeau of Lake Forest, Calif.; brother, Joe Garcia; granddaughter, Debra Taylor; great-granddaughter, Brenda Galassini; and special niece, Angie Santos. Margaret was born in Ortiz, Colo. She worked as an office clerk for Pueblo Depot Activity and was a member of Divine Science Church of Pueblo. There will be no viewing. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with the Rev. Earleen Cornell officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Scleroderma Foundation through the funeral home. Pulsifer, Gordon Gordon Pulsifer - Pueblo Chieftain - April 07, 2006 - Gordon Pulsifer, Sr., left our earth to be with his brothers, parents and other much loved ones in God's gardens. He was so loved and so cherished by his family, life will never be the same without him. That doesn't mean it will be bad, just not the same. Gordon was born in Chardon, Ohio in 1936, was raised as a country boy with five other brothers and sisters. He joined the United States Coast Guard Reserves in 1953 while still in High School and then served two more years on active duty, earning his honorable discharge in 1956. He moved to Riverside, Calif. in 1958 with his family, went to work at an auto parts business. On December 10, 1959 he met his 18 year old soon to be wife Suzan McDowell, born in Denver, Colo. and raised in Sioux Falls, S.D. On Dec. 14, 1959 they were engaged, and were married on Feb. 20, 1960 at St. John's Catholic Church in West Riverside, Calif. Gordon was 24 years old at that time. Gordon began coaching Gordy Jr. in baseball in 1971 at Magnolia Center Lion's League. He coached Chad and Gordy through Farm, Minors, Majors, Colt and back to Farm with Shannon when it was his turn. Gordon Joined the YMCA Indian Guides with all three boys, and taught his daughter to sharp shoot, he reffed baseball and he taught all his children to hunt and fish. For the boys, including his son-in-law Stan Davidson, he taught them the trade of painting new construction for builders and some re-paints for home owners. Gordon painted every school, church, the Divine Word Seminary Camp in La Sierra, he painted desks, gyms, anything they needed so his children could attend Parochial school, a fact that he found great pride in, having never had a faith or church of his own. When the recession of 1990 hit, the family finally left California for Pueblo West, Colo. Chad became a builder there, the other boys and Gordon continued painting. Gordon is survived by his wife Suzan of 46 years, their four children and their grandchildren, his brother Albert, sister-in-law Shirley Anne and their children, his youngest sister Donna Lee, her husband Joe Harris, and son Ronnie in Rialto Calif. His Pueblo West Grandchildren are Chad and Tammy's children, Emily Sue, Jake and Janie Pulsifer; Fran and Stan's children, Chad Andrew and Tommy Davidson; Gordy Jr.'s. son Trent Pulsifer of San Diego, Calif. and Angela Pulsifer's daughter, Laura. Shannon and Dottie Pulsifer have one son, Nathan, and live in Pueblo. Oh my dear husband, how I will miss you as the winds howl at night, reminding me of how you would hold and comfort me, as I hated the winds so! May God love and keep you by the gate to watch for me... I shall be along when my call is heard, as yours was. To all hunters everywhere... Gordon wishes you the best next season and he will be with you in mind, spirit and maybe more ways than you know! A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 9, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Sierra Vista Elementary School Gymnasium, 500 W. Spaulding Ave. Pueblo West, Colo. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, P.O. Box 8249, Missoula, MT. 59807-9942 Pults, Carrie G. Carrie G. Pults - Pueblo Chieftain - January 17, 1999 - Carrie G. Pults, 87, longtime Vineland area resident, passed away Jan. 15, 1999, at West Wind Campus of Pueblo. Born Aug. 29, 1911, at Kenna, N.M., and married Jim Pults Nov. 27, 1930. Graduate of Southern Colorado State College. Both Mr. and Mrs. Pults were active in 4-H activities, serving many years in the Pueblo County area. She retired from the Pueblo Army Depot following 20 years employment. Preceded in death by her husband, Jim- two daughters, Ruth Nicks and an infant daughter- and by her daughter-in-law, Mary Pults. Member, Central Christian Church, and former member, Grace Community Church. Survived by four sons, J.G. (LaVina) Pults, Yellow Jacket, Colo., Donald Pults, Temple, Texas, Bill (Marcy) Pults, Colorado Springs, and Guinn (Sandi) Pults, Pueblo- 14 grandchildren- and several great-grandchildren. Viewing hours, noon to 5 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Tuesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, with interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions to Central Christian Church Preschool, 1902 N. Hudson, Pueblo, Colo. 81001. Pults, Mary Lucille Mary Lucille Pults - Pueblo Chieftain - January 03, 1999 - Mary Lucille Pults, 56, passed away Dec. 28, 1998, in Temple, Texas. She was born April 25, 1942, in Aurora, Colo., to Arthur and Louise Meyers. She married Donald Ray Pults on May 22, 1965, in Raton, N.M. Survived by her husband, Donald Ray Pults of Temple- son, Don Joseph Pults of Denver and daughter, Mary Ann Pults of Elgin, Texas- stepfather, Fidel Guara of Pueblo and brother Arthur Meyers of Florence, Colo., 11 a.m. Tuesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Pulver, Lawrence D. Lawrence D. Pulver - Pueblo Chieftain - December 28, 1987 - Lawrence D. Pulver, lifetime Pueblo resident, passed away Dec. 26, 1 987. Mr. Pulver was a member of the Lions Club. He retired from the CF&I after 35 years of service, and had been a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Marines. Survivors include his wife, Bertha Pulver of the family home; a step-son, Haskell C. Scott of Boulder; one sister, Rachel Heath of Pueblo; and two nieces, Joanne (Elmer) Housh and Mary (Bill) Griffin, all of Pueblo; one nephew, Charles (Thelma) Pulver of Pueblo. Cremation. The memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Adrian Comer Garden Chapel with the Rev. Dwight Dean and the Rev. Gregg Slaughter of the Pueblo Christian Center officiating. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. The family may be contacted at 908 Kennedy. Pumphrey, Cindy Cindy R. Pumphrey - Pueblo Chieftain - April 15, 2002 - Cindy R. Pumphrey, 51, passed away in her home with her family on April 13, 2002, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She is survived by her three children, Andrea Aguilera, Brian Pumphrey and Chelli Pumphrey Seaholm; her parents, Helen and Gene McConnell; and her sisters, Connie Jones and Cathy McConnell; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Cindy worked as a respiratory therapist for over 16 years, touching many hearts in the process. She also volunteered with the American Lung Association and the Clean Air Challenge. Cindy was an amazingly strong and courageous woman and she will be greatly missed. Memorial service, Tuesday, 2 p.m., Roselawn Cemetery Chapel. Pumphrey, Opal M. Opal M. Pumphrey - Pueblo Chieftain - November 17, 1987 - Opal M. Pumphrey was born Jan. 15, 1893; at Joseph, Mo. She passed Nov. 15, 1987, at St. Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs. Survived by sons, William C. (Patricia) Pumphrey of Pueblo and Paul J. (Karla) Pumphrey of Beulah, nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul A. Pumphrey, in 1967, and grandson, Donald P. Pumphrey, in 1979. Mrs. Pumphrey was associated with Cleaver Carpet Cleaning Company in Colorado Springs for many years. Prior to that she had been in education. She attended the University of Wyoming and graduated from Colorado State Teachers College (now UNC) at Greeley. She taught school in Colorado, New Mexico and Washington. Memorial services will be held at the First Christian Church, 301 N. Cascade, Colorado. Springs, Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Gene Brink of the Colorado Springs First Christian Church, and the Rev. Mark Pumphrey, a grandson, of Alamosa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Donald Paul Pumphrey Memorial Scholarship Fund at Phillips University, Enid, Okla. 73701. Pumphrey, William Charles William "Bill" Charles Pumphrey - Pueblo Chieftain - February 03, 2000 - William "Bill" Charles Pumphrey died at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital on Tuesday, Feb. 1, after a nearly four-year battle with lung disease. Bill was born Aug. 27, 1922, in Bellingham, Wash., to Paul A. and Opal Pumphrey. He spent the first nine years of life there and moved to Colorado Springs with his family around 1930. He attended schools in Colorado Springs and graduated in 1940 from what is now Palmer High School. Bill then attended Colorado A&M (CSU). In 1942 he enlisted in the Army Air Corps and began his military service as a pilot. He was stationed at Fort Morgan, Colo., Lubbock, Texas, Fort Campbell Ky., and was serving as an instructor at the Army Air Corps Base for Glider Pilots in Alliance, Neb., when the Allied invasion took place. Six weeks later he was involved in the battle for Europe and was flying out of Abbeville, France. During his military career he landed more than 500 gliders. For the remainder of his military career he co-piloted C-47's where he delivered gas to the front lines. After the war he returned to Colorado Springs where he met a beautiful, young schoolteacher from Iowa named Patricia Anderson. They married June 6, 1947, at First Christian Church in Colorado Springs. They moved to Pueblo where Bill and his brother, Paul, had founded the Cleaver Carpet Cleaning Business in 1946. Bill was a very active member of his beloved Pueblo community. He was a committed member of the Pueblo YMCA. He helped to build numerous buildings at what is now Camp Jackson. He was an active Mason, Shiner and Elk. He and his family were members at Park Hill Christian from 1947 until 1957. In 1957 the family joined Central Christian Church where Bill served in numerous roles from Sunday School teacher to Elder. Later in life, if Bill was not fishing his favorite activity was volunteering at the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center where he proudly wore his button that said, "Hi my name is Bill, let me tell you where to go!" Bill is survived by his wife, Pat; sons, Mark (Mary Kay) and Charles; daughter, Rita (David) Maquez; grandchildren, Nathan (Kristina), Amy (fiancι, Christian Piatt), Andy, Matt (Melanie), Michael and Jed; three step-grandchildren, Stephanie, Faith and Regie; five great-grandchildren. His brother and friend, Paul (Karla) Pumphrey and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was preceded in death in 1979 by his youngest son, Don, who was killed in an automobile accident. Bill will lie in state at the funeral home Friday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Saturday at Central Christian Church from 9 a.m. until 9:50 a.m. The casket will remain closed during and after the service. Services for Bill will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, 2000, at Central Christian Church, 1902 N. Hudson, with Dr. David Chambers presiding and Dr. Mark William Pumphrey assisting. Full military honors by Fort Carson Honor Guard and interment will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Anyone wishing to make memorial gifts can make them to the Don and William Pumphrey Ministerial Scholarship at Phillips Theological Seminary in Tulsa, Okla., with the funeral home serving as custodian. Please feel free to give to the charity of your choice in Bill's name. Pumphrey, William R. William R. "Bill" Pumphrey - Pueblo Chieftain - July 29, 2004 - William R. "Bill" Pumphrey, 55, passed away July 27, 2004. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Pumphrey. Survivors include his father, Paul (Karla) Pumphrey of Pueblo; children, Chelli (Shaun) Seaholm of Denver, Brian (Sarah) Pumphrey of Pueblo and Ashley Poelman of Pueblo West; siblings, Dr. Robert Pumphrey of Denver, John (Sue Ann) Pumphrey of Decatur, Ala., Clinton Pumphrey, Kristin Pumphrey and Jaelee (Robert) Jones, all of Pueblo; granddaughter, Mila Rae Seaholm of Denver; and several nieces and nephews. Bill was a native of Pueblo and graduated from Centennial High School in 1967 and Southern Colorado State College in 1971. He served in the United States Army for several years and was the commanding officer of the local Army Reserve Unit. He was a real estate broker with his company Prime Equities and was actively involved with other entities including PT's Wings and Ribs and Rock Canyon Waterslide in Pueblo and The Wild West Steak House in Caon City. His dream was to develop several of his properties adjacent to the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk Project, but his premature fight with melanoma has left his dream to others. His generous, warm and fun-loving spirit will be missed by all. A viewing will be held from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday, July 30, 2004, at Montgomery & Steward Funeral Home. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2004, at the Pueblo Convention Center with the Rev. Amy Piatt officiating. Those who desired may make memorials to the Lance Armstrong Foundation or to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice, in care of the funeral home. Puntar, Jim Jim Puntar - Pueblo Chieftain - May 6, 1987 - Jim Puntar, 2123 E. Routt. Son of Albert and Gertrude Puntar, Pueblo. Brother of Bill (Grace) Puntar, El Cajon, Calif., and Richard (Alani) Puntar, Houston, Texas. Grandson of Mrs. Mary Miklich, Pueblo. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Mr. Puntar was a Pueblo resident for the past five years. He enjoyed country-western music and was a motorcycle and drag-racing enthusiast. Service, 9 a.m. Thursday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Entombment, Roselawn Mausoleum. The family may be contacted at the home of Mrs. Mary Miklich, 2123 E. Routt. Purcell, Kenneth A. Kenneth A. Pucell - Pueblo Chieftain - December 12, 2004 - Kenneth A. Pucell, 72, born Nov. 1, 1932, departed this life Dec. 8, 2004. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Beverly Pucell; children, Jim Pucell and Judy (Ed) Walsh; granddog, Samie Sue; and brothers and sister, Richard Pucell, Irene Sillox and Daniel (Anne) Pucell. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey M. Pucell; parents, Anthony and Lillian Pucell; mother-in-law, Edith Gardner; brother-in-law, Allen Sillox; and sister-in-law, Eleanor Pucell. Ken was a U.S. Navy veteran. He retired from the CF&I Tube Mill. At his request, cremation with no viewing. Memorial Mass, 11 a.m. Monday, Christ the King Church. Inurnment, Mountain View Cemetery with military honors by the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association in Kenneth's memory. Purcell, Nicholas Richard Nicholas Richard Purcell - Pueblo Chieftain - August 06, 1997 - Nicholas Richard Purcell, born Oct. 9, 1969, passed away unexpectedly Aug. 3, 1997, with his stepson, Dallas Ray Hughes. Survived by his wife, Gaylene Purcell- stepson, Jesse Varela-Broska, of the family home- parents, Richard and Suzi Purcell- sister, Kelly Rae Purcell- and brother, Richard Ray (Krissy Valdez) Purcell, all of Pueblo. He is also survived by grandmothers, Shirley Purcell, Idaho, formerly of Pueblo, and Patricia Selby Flynn, Beulah- aunt, Pamela (Bill) Yershin, Pueblo- uncles, William Patrick Flynn, Greg Purcell, Pueblo, Colo., and William Purcell, Idaho- special friend, Mel Coats, Pueblo, Colo.- and numerous nieces, nephews and several cousins. Funeral service, Thursday, 10 a.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family may be contacted at 3112 Vail Ave. or 2408 Poplar. In lieu of food and flowers, contributions may be made to the Purcell and Hughes Memorial Fund in care of Power Credit Union, 1615 E. Evans Ave., Pueblo, 81004. Funds will be used to restructure the lives of Gaylene and Jesse. (This obituary requested by Gaylene Purcell) Purdue, Susie Susie Purdue - Pueblo Chieftain - October 03, 1999 - Susie Purdue of Pueblo, born May 6, 1915, passed away Sept. 30, 1999. Survived by her children, Anna May Herburger, Viola Dick, Cathy M. Danner and Andy Duran, Mary (Albert) Aguero, Elizabeth Martinez, Lorraine Hernandez and Steve (Sandra Barber) Abeyta; 27 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Orlando LeRoy Purdue, and grandson, John LeDoux Jr. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1999, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel, with the Rev. Gilbert Valdez officiating. Inurnment, Roselawn Cemetery. Purdue, Wyona Frances Wyona Frances Purdue - Pueblo Chieftain - June 09, 1998 - Wyona Frances Purdue, 32, Bay St. Louis, Miss., formerly of Pueblo, was taken from us on May 31, 1998. Survived by her mother, Frances W. Baca, Pueblo- brother, Orlando L. Purdue, Pueblo- sister, Elizabeth M. Noble, Colorado Springs- sisters, Debra Casodos, Yolanda Sena and Vickey Sena, all of Pueblo- nephews, Anthony and Michael Garcia, Roberto Butierras, Colorado Springs, Orlando Purdue Jr., Christopher Garcia, Gene and Adam Casodos, Pueblo- nieces, Elisha Purdue, Colorado Springs, Tamara Casodos and Lisa Ortiz, Pueblo- grandmothers, Viola Rodgers, Suzie Purdue, Pueblo- aunts and uncles, Peggy (Bobby) Trujillo, Jim (Rita) Rodgers, Ricky Rodgers, George (Carol) Rodgers, Sally (Gene) Parker, all of Pueblo- cousins, including Timothy Trujillo, Henry Parker, Samantha Parker, Christina Parker, Cecilia Rodgers and Ricky Rodgers Jr. Other family members in which we shall remember but not mention include lifetime friends, Patricia LaBonte and Kim Copeland. Preceded in death by her father, Leroy Orlando Purdue on Sept. 29, 1969. After graduating from East High School in 1983, Frances married Charles Otnott. He was a U.S. Navy officer. They lived in Hawaii, Louisiana and Mississippi. She earned her CNA and RN degree. She loved the outdoors and her poodles. She felt at home at the beach than anywhere else. God took her home. It was his will. But in our hearts we love her still. Her memory is as dear today as in the hour she passed away. We'll often sit and think of her when we are alone. For memory of our sister, daughter, niece, granddaughter or friend that's grief can call its own. Sadly missed by The Entire Family. To be held at a later date at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Pueblo. Purdy, Alberta Marie Alberta Marie Purdy - Pueblo Chieftain - April 17, 1987 - Alberta Marie Purdy, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 1987. Survived by her husband, John R. Purdy, of the family home. Mrs. Purdy will lie in state until 8:30 p.m. for visitation. Cremation. Inurnment will be in the Garden Mausoleum at Roselawn Cemetery at a later date. Purdy, Patricia Ann Patricia Ann (Simmons) Purdy - Pueblo Chieftain - December 10, 1987 - Patricia Ann (Simmons) Purdy, passed away Dec. 7, 1987, after a lengthy illness. Survived by her son, Michael Purdy; parents, Lester and Verna Crowley, sister, Carolyn (George) Davis; brother, David (Renee) Simmons; and nephew, Matthew Davis. Survived also by James Simmons. Born May 1, 1947, in Pueblo, Patricia graduated from East High School in 1965 and was formerly employed as a psychiatric tech nurse at the Colorado State Hospital. Service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 1987, in the Rouch Funeral Home Chapel, with Robert Russell officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Purdy, Robert J. Robert J. "Jim" Purdy - Pueblo Chieftain - August 06, 1998 - Robert J. "Jim" Purdy, 50, of Walsenburg passed away Aug. 5, 1998, in Pueblo. Survived by his wife, Dorothy M. Purdy, of the family home; parents, Robert S. and Doris J. Purdy of Denver; sisters, Loretta (Joel) Lanier of Florida and Diana (Ed) Holte of Leadville; brothers, Ronald Purdy of Denver and Richard Purdy of Greeley; and a large extended family. Born March 17, 1948, in Alamosa, Colo., and was a former resident of Leadville. Robert was a corrections officer for C.C.A. for several years, most recently in Walsenburg. At his request, there will be no viewing or services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorials may be made to your charity of choice. Huerfano World - August 13, 1998 - Robert J. "Jim" Purdy of Walsenburg, died Aug. 5, 1998 in Pueblo. Born Mar. 17, 1948 in Alamosa, he was a former resident of Leadville and was a corrections officer for CCA for several years, most recently at Walsenburg. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy M. (nee Bailey) Purdy, Walsenburg; his parents, Robert S. and Doris J. Purdy, Denver; two sisters, Loretta Lanier, Florida and Diana Holte, Leadville; two brothers, Ronald Purdy, Denver and Richard Purdy, Greeley; and a large extended family. At his request, no viewing; cremation at Montgomery & Steward crematorium. Purefoy, Nola Irene Nola Irene Purefoy - La Veta Signature - September 22, 1988 - Nola Irene Purefoy, 94, of Colorado Springs and Vernon, TX, died Sunday in Colorado Springs after an extended illness. Mrs. Purefoy and her husband were longtime summer residents of Cuchara, first coming here in 1935 and returning for over 35 years. In later years the Purefoys were accompanied by their son Aubie and later his wife Mozelle. Born in 1894 in Mineral Wells, TX, Mrs. Purefoy was a resident of Vernon and a member of the First Baptist Church. She married Edwin Purefoy in 1925, and he preceded her in death in 1983. Mrs. Purefoy is survived by a son Aubie House, grandchild Boyce and one great-grandchild, all of Colorado Springs. Graveside services were Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery, with Rev. Dale Odom officiating. Purfield, Dorothy May Dorothy May Purfield Pueblo Chieftain August 10, 2006 - Dorothy May Purfield, 79, of Pueblo, Colo., died peacefully Aug. 8, 2006. Born July 31, 1927, in Jefferson City, Mo., she was the daughter of Emil and Pearl (Taggart) Walther. Dorothy attended high school and college in Jefferson City and following graduation, was administrative assistant in the commissioner's office of the Missouri State Department of Education. She married John C. Purfield in August of 1957, and they moved to Pueblo, where they raised their family and have lived since. Dorothy is survived by her loving husband, John; and by her children and grandchildren, to whom she was devoted: Michael (Sara) Purfield and their children, John, Benjamin, Joseph and Ali of Denver; Patrick (Sisi) Purfield of Denver; Kathy (Mark) Wollert and their children, Clay and Samantha of Delta; Joel (Micki) Purfield, and their children, David and Patrick Purfield of Pueblo; Janice (Ron) Nelson and their children, Jessica, Stephen and Ronald of Vancouver, B.C.; Mary Purfield of Denver, and Tom (Mindy) Purfield, and their daughter, Melissa of Pueblo. She also is survived by her sisters, Mary Hafner of Tallahassee, Fla., and Betty (Jim) Biggers of Greenville, S.C. In-laws who survive are sisters-in-law, Mildred (Norman) Carey of Springfield, Ohio, Sister Michael Helene Purfield, C.S.J. of Colorado Springs; and brothers-in-law, the Rev. James R. Purfield of Denver, and William J. Purfield of Denver. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Trinity Lutheran Church, 715 W. Evans Ave., with burial to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. After the interment, a reception will be held at Trinity Lutheran's fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers or food, memorials may be made in Dorothy Purfield's name, through the funeral home, to the American Cancer Society or to the Trinity Lutheran Church/School. Purinton, Ross Edward Ross Edward Purinton - Pueblo Chieftain - May 19, 1986 - Rev. Ross Edward Purinton, Lt. Col. U.S. Army, retired, late of 2066 Clearview, died May 18, 1986, at a local hospital. Survived by his wife, , Virginia Purinton, of the family home; daughters, Judy Ann Brewster, Maryland, and Arta Jean Norman, Dallas, Texas; niece, Elizabeth Twigg, Rawlings, Md. Rev. Purinton was a minister of the Vineland and Avondale Methodist Churches and a member of Sertoma Club. Born March 17, 1900, in Cumberland, Md. He served more than 20 years of active duty in the U.S. Army as a chaplain and as a clergyman for 50 years, retiring in 1970. Married Virginia Peters on Oct. 18, 1968, in Avondale. Graveside service, 1 p.m. Thursday at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, with full military honors. Chaplain Maj. Benjamin D. Killian officiating. Memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, May 23, at Vineland Methodist Church, with the Rev. Willis F. Gettle officiating. Memorials may be made to Vineland or Avondale Methodist Churches direct or through the funeral home office. Visitation until 8:30 p.m. today. Purinton, Virginia Elizabeth Virginia Elizabeth Purinton - Pueblo Chieftain - December 17, 1986 - Virginia Elizabeth Purinton, late of Pueblo, died at her home Dec. 15, 1986. Survived by her daughter, Arta Jean Norman of Dallas, Texas; and her sister, Helen (James H.) Burgess, Pueblo. Member of Avondale United Methodist Church. Born May 31, 1917, in Pueblo, and was a lifetime resident. Mrs. Purinton was an office manager at the Colorado State Hospital for 20 years. Preceded in death by her first husband, Carlos Norman, in 1959, and second husband, Ross E. Purinton, May 18, 1986. In lieu of food and flowers, memorials may be made to the Vineland United Methodist Church or the Avondale United Methodist Church through the funeral home office. Graveside service, 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, Mountain View Cemetery with the Rev. Willis F. Goettel officiating. Memorial service, 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, at the Avondale United Methodist Church, 227 U.S. Highway 50E, with the Rev. Willis F. Goettel officiating. Visitation, noon to 8:30 p.m. today. Purkett, Ann Ann Purkett - Pueblo Chieftain - February 16, 2003 - Ann Purkett, 75, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 12, 2003. Survived by her loving husband, Arthur Purkett; and children, Janice (Victor) Alfonso, Greg (Debra) Purkett and Cheryl (Jimmy) Olds. Preceded in death by her parents, Carlo and Sylvia Martellaro; brother, Johnny; and daughter, Sandra Purkett. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; brother, Tony (Josephine) Martellaro; sisters, Sylvia Bobbett, Rose (Ronald) Payne and Jennie (Tony) Rodasta; numerous sisters and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. Her life was dedicated to her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A special thanks to Dr. Bagale and the staff on Unit 2400 at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital for their care and kindness. Viewing, Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, Monday, 10 a.m., St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. In lieu of food and flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation in Ann's memory. Purkey, LaFern LaFern Purkey - Pueblo Chieftain - January 24, 1998 - LaFern Purkey passed away Jan. 22, 1998. Born Sept. 19, 1912, in Moline, Kan. Preceded in death by husband, Fred Purkey, 1994. Survived by her sons, John (Mary Jo) Purkey, Jack (Anita) Purkey and Robert (JoAnne) Purkey- grandchildren, Rhonda (Larry) Lewis, John (Karen) Purkey, Rob (Annette) Purkey, Dustin (Christa) Purkey, Jill Purkey and Alicia Purkey- and great-grandchildren, Morgan Purkey, Carey (Mario) Alberici, Delane Lewis, Kaila and Ariana Alberici. , 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 1998, McCarthy Rose Chapel. Purney, Mrs. Mrs. Purney Pueblo Indicator September 9, 1933 Word was received Thursday evening of the sudden death of Mrs. Purney at her home in Walsenburg. She was the mother of Mrs. John Klantcher of 1426 E. Routt Ave. Mrs. Purney resided in Pueblo for a number of years. Pursis, Winifred Winifred Pursis Akron Weekly Pioneer Press May 12, 1911 Thrown from a buggy and sustaining a broken neck, Winifred, the 4-year-old daughter of F. W. Pursis, of Pueblo, was killed. Pursley, Alice E. Alice E. Pursley - Pueblo Chieftain - March 20, 1999 - Alice E. Pursley, 78, passed away March 18, 1999. Rosary vigil, 7 p.m. Monday, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Kit Carson. Interment, Kit Carson Cemetery. Visitation, 1-4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and 5-7 p.m. Monday at the church. Purvis, George Bruce George Bruce Purvis - Pueblo Chieftain - March 20, 1986 - George Bruce Purvis, 71, of Las Animas died at his home March 18, 1986. Mr. Purvis was a government clerk and worked at Fort Carson Army Post for many years. Veteran of World War II. Married to the late Wilma Lubers, who preceded him in death March 16, 1985. Survived by one daughter, Mrs. (Terryl) Virginia Smith of Dearborn, Mich.; two grandchildren, Steve and Julie; two sisters, Mrs. Martha Jorgenson of Las Animas, Virginia Mahaney of Pueblo; brother, Joe Purvis of Las Animas. Pending the arrival of family, service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Presbyterian Church in Las Animas. Interment, Las Animas Cemetery. The family requests memorials be made to Parkinson's Research or the Heart Fund. Purvis, Winifred Winifred Purvis - Yampa Leader - May 12, 1911 - Thrown from a buggy and sustaining a broken neck, Winifred, the 4-year-old daughter of F. W. Purvis, of Pueblo, was killed. Purvus, Winifred Winifred Purvus - Rocky Mountain News May 08, 1911, Page 10 - Winifred Purvus at Pueblo, 4 year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. F. W. Purvus of 822 Ash St. was thrown from a buggy as the family was preparing to go out to Roselawn cemetery. Winifred and her brother, 6 years old, had been placed upon a board seat in the front of the buggy. While the father was getting into the buggy the horse jumped and the little girl thrown out. Pusateri, Dominick Dominick Pusateri - The Duluth News Tribune - December 8, 1919 - Blackhand Gang Slays Two - Pueblo, Col., Dec. 7. -- Mr. and Mrs. Dominick Pusateri were shot and killed and their 12-year-old daughter, Anlina, was seriously wounded near their home tonight. Three other children escaped injury. The shooting took place when the family was returning from a wedding. Two men, supposed by the police to be members of a blackhand gang, followed the family home according to the children. When within a short distance from their home, the two men opened fire. Pusateri, Dominick (Mrs.) Mrs. Dominick Pusateri - The Duluth News Tribune - December 8, 1919 - Blackhand Gang Slays Two - Pueblo, Col., Dec. 7. -- Mr. and Mrs. Dominick Pusateri were shot and killed and their 12-year-old daughter, Anlina, was seriously wounded near their home tonight. Three other children escaped injury. The shooting took place when the family was returning from a wedding. Two men, supposed by the police to be members of a blackhand gang, followed the family home according to the children. When within a short distance from their home, the two men opened fire. Pusedu, John John Pusedu - Pueblo Chieftain - April 29, 2003 - John Pusedu, 77, born June 2, 1925, passed away April 27, 2003. Survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Elaine; children, Sherril (Willy), Rick, and Judy (Don) Staruh; and step-grandson, Anthony James Rick. Also survived by his brothers and sisters, Violet (Buster) Martinelli, Elizabeth (John) Klafurich, Ellen (Robert) Hull, Ray (Shirley) Pusedu, Joe Pusedu and Joann (Richard) Virant; brother-in-law, Mike Pecoraro; sisters-in-law, Stella (Tony) Gagliardi and Frances Courtney; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Pusedu and Jennie Ramunno Pusedu; siblings, Tony Ramunno, Mary DeAngeles, Virginia Karcich, Lena Pecoraro and Pete Pusedu; brother-in-law, James Courtney and mother- and father-in-law, Margaret and John Harris. John was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. Rail Mill. John was a member of the Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE) and was an active member of Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Vigil Service, 7 p.m. Wednesday, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday; both services at Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to Our Lady of the Meadows Memorial Tower in John's memory. Putaturo, Theodore D. Theodore D. Putaturo - Pueblo Chieftain - February 23, 1986 - Theodore D. Putaturo, a Pueblo resident for 22 years, late of 34 Scotland Road, passed away Feb. 22, 1986. Mr. Putaturo was a member of the Christ the King Church and had served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He is survived by his wife, Rose Putaturo, of the family home; two sons, Christian D. and Steven Thomas Putaturo, both of Denver; two sisters, Josephine Tessari and Virginia Meek, both of Trinidad; two nieces, Pat Schlitt of Burley, Ind., and Jelana Putaturo of Panama City, Panama; and one nephew, John Tessari of Fort Collins. A memorial Mass service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Christ the King Church, with Father William Gleeson officiating. Cremation. The family may be contacted at 34 Scotland Road. Putto, Peter Peter Putto New Castle Nonpareil November 14, 1900 An Italian miner named Peter Putto was killed in the Eagle coal mine of the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company at Trinidad on the 8th inst. A large rock fell from the roof, crushing him to death. Puyear, Sarah Margaret Sarah Margaret Puyear - Pueblo Chieftain - February 10, 1998 - Sarah Margaret Puyear, age 79, of Pueblo, passed away Feb. 7, 1998. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank L. Puyear, in 1986, and parents, Edward (Anna) Sullivan. Survived by her daughters, Peggy (Richard) Wells and Donna Hynes- son, James (Kay Lynn) Puyear- and sisters, Bertha Eblem, Jane (John) Wareheim, Mary Wirth and Margie (Bob) Logan. Grandmother of Tom (Karen) Hynes, John (Jamie) Hynes, Bryan (Sue) Hynes, Susan (Paul) Gossi, Bobby Durand, Joe Puyear, Steve (Robyn) Puyear and Christine Smith. Great-grandmother of Willie, Mike, Chad, Luke, Alex, Chelsea and Rylee Hynes, Drake and Derek Gossi, Justin Durand and Kayla and Justin Smith. Mrs. Puyear was a longtime resident of the Phillipsburg, Mont., area and was the Clerk of Granite County Montana District Court for over 20 years. She moved to Pueblo in 1988 to be near her family. She was a sweet and loving mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Funeral Mass, Thursday, 10 a.m., Christ the King Church. Cremation, Almont Crematory. If friends wish, they may make memorial contributions to Christ the King Church. Pyles, Jack Solomon Jack Solomon Pyles - Pueblo Chieftain - December 19, 1987 - Jack Solomon Pyles departed this life Dec. 16, 1987. He was born on Dec. 17, 1900, in Fannin County, State of Texas, to the union of Elbert and Emma Pyles. He united in the church at an early age. He became a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in 1953 and served faithfully. He was a member of the deacon board, usher board, choir, trustee board, and president of the Brotherhood. He also served as vice president of the Brotherhood of the Colorado Baptist Southern District Association. Preceded in death by mother and father, Elbert and Emma Pyles; brothers, Marvin, John, Cornelius, and Henry; sisters, Argie, Dorethia, Maybelle, Eula, and Bula. He leaves to celebrate his life two daughters, Ophelia Gooden, Bakersfield, Calif., Elenora Thompson, Los Angeles, Calif.; nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Lavada Mitchell, Pueblo, Colo., and Trudie Moore, Quanah, Texas; brothers, Calvin, Denver, Colo., Wallace and Robert, Pueblo, and E. L., San Antonio, Texas, George, Los Angeles; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Monday, Bethlehem Baptist Church, the Rev. F. L. Chandler officiating. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Pytlik, Edward J. Edward J. Pytlik - Pueblo Chieftain - November 26, 1998 - Edward J. Pytlik, 80, of Pueblo West, passed away Nov. 23, 1998. Survived by his wife, Ruth- son, Paul (Ronnie) Pytlik- daughters, Susan Fred Eben and Claudia (Fred) Sievert- grandchildren, Scott (Deanna) Eben, Bridget (Guy) Conenna, Donna (Tim) Scarleski, Grace (Michael) Novak, Melanie Pytlik and Paul J. Pytlik- five great-grandchildren- and several nieces and nephews. , 1 p.m. Saturday, Pueblo West Ecumenical Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pueblo West Ecumenical Church in his memory. Please e-mail comments and suggestions to Karen Mitchell © Karen Mitchell |