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| Richard Gene Eckles, 81 Richard Gene Eckles was born April 12, 1930 to William and Mildred Eckles in Colorado Springs. He attended school there and graduated from Palmer High School in 1948. During high school he played hockey and began his work life at Timkin Roller Bearing. After high school he began his career with the Colorado Department of Highways. His career with CDOH lasted 36 years. He retired in 1984. During that time he was involved in the construction of Interstate 25 from Colorado Springs to Castle Rock and Interstate 70 in Clear Creek County. His I-70 projects included the Idaho Springs bypass, the Twin Tunnels east of Idaho Springs, I-70 from Idaho Springs to Empire Junction and both the Eisenhower and Johnson Tunnels. On Feb. 4, 1951 he married Norma Jean Goehry in Castle Rock. The couple lived there until Richard received a greeting letter from his friends and neighbors at the local selective service office in March of 1951. It was an invitation to participate in a little (most) expenses paid tour of the Republic of Korea. He was assigned to the U.S. Army 62nd Engineers Topo Co. and traveled the Korean countryside making maps. He was discharged in March of 1953. For his service he was awarded a Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, and a United Nations Service Medal Meritorious Unit Citation. Upon his return to Colorado he resumed his career with CDOH. In 1956 he was transferred from Castle Rock to Idaho Springs for the construction of I-70. He was stationed there for the remainder of his career. In June 1954 son Loren (“Biff”) was born and then in June 1957 daughter Linda came along. Richards hobbies included fishing, hunting, camping, photography, woodworking, and working with stained glass. He enjoyed spending time with family, kids, grandkids, and great grandson teaching them how to fish, hunt, camp and appreciate the great outdoors. He served the community of Clear Creek County as a member of the Idaho Springs Volunteer Fire Department, as a Reserve Police Officer for ISPD and Reserve Deputy Sheriff for CCSO. He was a Life Member of VFW Post 4121 and a Life Member of Idaho Springs ELKs Lodge 607. He was a member of the Clear Creek Cty Sportsmans Club, and a member of the Clear Creek Fairgrounds Assn. and “Oh My Gawd Rodeo” committee. He passed away Jan, 20th at the Life Care Center of Evergreen surrounded by family. He had been suffering from a long term serious illness. He was preceded in death by his Mother and Father, his Brother Robert of Gig Harbor Washington, and a sister Gertrude who passed in infancy. Survivors include wife Norma, son Loren (Biff), daughter Linda Clark of Broomfield, granddaughters Michaela and Katie Clark, grandson Sean, great-grandson Aidan and numerous inlaws, cousins, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to VFW Post 4121 Scholarship Program in his name. 
Everett Eugene Prickett Sr., 79 Everett Eugene Prickett Sr. was born on February 3, 1932 in Frankfort, Indiana. He entered into rest on December 30, 2011 in Lakewood, Colorado. He was 79 years old. Everett was a Victor, CO resident for 10 years and an Idaho Springs, CO resident for 42 years. He was a husband, father, grand father and a great grand father. Everett was also a veteran of the Korean War. He was a hard rock miner; initially in the gold mines in Victor, Colorado and at Cheyenne Mountain where NORAD is today; he spent many years as a miner in Clear Creek County at such places as Cabin Creek, the Henderson Mines and the Eisenhower Memorial Tunnel. Everett started his own business “Prickett & Son’s Boring and Tunneling” in the 70s. Everett, along with Irene, was a long haul truck driving team for many years. Everett became a private small engine pilot in the 70s and enjoyed flying his family throughout Colorado and Wyoming. He was a Master Mason, (Worshipful Master) a Life Time Member of the Elks and the VFW. Everett loved every moment he could be fishing. Everett was a member of the First Baptist Church in Idaho Springs. He was preceded in death by his Son Everett Prickett Jr.. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Irene Prickett, Daughter Roberta Prickett, Son Carl Prickett, and Son Willie Prickett. Sister Priscilla Coomer and Brother Ray Prickett, 8 Grand Children and 13 Great Grand Children. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday January 3, 2012 at 2:00 pm at the First Baptist Churchlocated at 100 Colorado Blvd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452. Hegmann Funeral Service conducted the cremation. Contributions can be made in Everett’s name to Mutual of Omaha. 
Gayle L. Johnson, 50 Gayle L. Johnson, 50, finished a valiant race on Sept. 15, 2011, in Georgetown.
Gayle began her life in Gary, Ind., in June of 1961 and devoted the majority of her work career to the Clear Creek Economic Development Corp., influencing the lives of numerous clients and friends.
She enjoyed spending her leisure time outdoors, running, skiing, playing softball, gardening and traveling.
An avid storyteller with an infectious laugh, Gayle will remain a shining light for her daughters, Kelly and Lindsay Johnson, her sister Beth Shields, her mother Yolanda Schatz, and her nurturing and caring friends.
Her free spirit and desire to allow others to pursue their dreams will remain with family and friends forever.
A celebration of Gayle’s life was on Sept. 20, 2011, at Shadows Ranch in Georgetown.
Contributions to the Gayle L. Johnson Memorial Fund to benefit her daughters can be made at the Mutual of Omaha Bank in Evergreen or Idaho Springs. Russell Don Lee, 67 Russell Don Lee was an Iowa farm boy, born and raised in Riceville, who always loved hunting, fishing, and cars. He moved his family to Colorado in 1969 where he enjoyed the outdoors, the Hot Springs, and the Denver Broncos. In 1982, Russ married Carol and, three years later, they made Hawaii their home. The highlight of Russ’s year was his annual trip to the mainland which included visits to Reno, Nevada for Hot August Nights and visiting his friends and family in Iowa, Minnesota, and Colorado. Russ spent forty years doing automotive body work and painting, serving as the lead painter for Colorado Kenworth and later specializing in tour buses and custom restoration of classic cars. Russ was preceded in death by his father, Albert B. Lee. He is survived by his mother, Ruth Lee; wife, Carol Lee; son, Rick Lee; daughter, Carrie Davis and her husband, Kelly; grandson, Rece Davis; brother, Robert Lee and his wife Barbara; sister, Patty Hughes and her husband Dick; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be on Friday August 26, 2011, at 10:00 am, at The Hudson Garden located at 6115 south santa fe drive Littleton, CO 80120  Elsie Rockwell, 75 ROCKWELL, Elsie M. of Dumont entered into rest on August 14, 2011 in her home at the age of 75. Born in Sharon Springs Kansas in 1936 she lived in Georgetown, Empire, Kansas and Wyoming. She was a resident of Dumont from 1968 to 2011. Elsie graduated from high School in Wyoming. She worked for many years on the custodial/ janitorial staff for the Clear Creek Schools. Her interests included reading, visiting with family and friends and listening and dancing to music. Elsie was preceded in death by Alfred Rockwell, her husband of 26 years. She is survived by her son ,Art Nelson, Daughter Rita Nelson, son Fred (Pam) Nelson, daughter, Rabecca (Ed) Rockwell- Zulka, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grand kids. A memorial service will be held September 9, 2011 at 11:00 am at the Dumont Cemetery in Dumont , CO. Contributions may be made in Elsie’s name to either Charlie’s Place to the ASPCA. Arrangements were handled by Hegmann Funeral Service, Inc
Margaret B Black, 89 Margaret “Marge” Black passed away on August 3, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona after years with Alzheimer’s dementia. Marge was born July 3, 1922 in Gainesville, Texas to Frank J Wendel and Elizabeth Stabl. Her family, including 3 brothers and 3 sisters, moved to Wichita, Kansas in 1926. She married Rolland S Black Sr. in 1949 at All Saints Catholic Church in Wichita and had one son, Rolland S Black Jr. She and her husband moved to Dillon, Colorado in 1993 to be close to their son and his family. In 2008, she moved to Arizona to be cared for as her dementia progressed. Marge was employed at Boeing of Wichita, City Bank and Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in Wichita, Kansas. She also helped in her son’s business, Quality Quick Print, in Frisco, Colorado. Marge was secretary for the Summit County Senior Counsel for several years, being named Senior of the Year in 2003. Marge was preceded in death by her husband and 5 of her siblings. She is survived by her sister, Agnes (Don) Meanor of Edmonds, WA; her son, Rolland (Debbie) of Hilton Head Island, SC; her granddaughter, Mandy of Golden, CO; and her grandson Zachary (Chelsea), of Okatie, SC. Graveside services will be held at the Dillon Cemetery on Friday, August 12 at 11:00 am and conducted by Our Lady of Peace Church. Hegmann Funeral Service Inc. handled arrangements in Summit County. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Our Lady of Peace Church building fund, PO Box 2670, Frisco, Colorado 80443. Florene Snead, 85 Formerly of Logan County, Kentucky Florene Coursey was born outside of Lewisburg, KY, on March 28, 1926, to parents Elmer & Ila Coursey (Brown). Flo graduated from Lewisburg High School in 1944, studied office practice at a business college in Nashville, TN, and later taught office practice at Lewisburg High School. Ernest Snead of Sharon Grove, KY, returned home from the war in Europe in 1945 and married Florene Coursey on February 2, 1946. Flo worked as a teller at Lewisburg Banking Company for 20 years, and was very active in the local chapter of Easter Star, and eventually served that organization at the state level. Ms. Snead was preceded in death by husband Ernest on November 27, 2000, and grandson William Douglas Rae on September 24, 1994. Ms. Snead moved to Colorado in 2003 to live near her daughter and family. She was a resident at Elk Run Assisted Living in Evergreen. She is survived locally by daughter Judith Wilson (Paul), Idaho Springs, and granddaughter Lisa Rae (Nick LeClercq), Evergreen. Ms Snead is also survived by a sister, brother, and many nieces & nephews in KY & TN; and 5 great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter in CO. A memorial Service will be held at Elk Run Assisted Living, 31383 Frost Way, Evergreen, at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 2 (303-679-8777/fax 303-679-8779). Condolences may be sent to Judi Wilson P.O. Box 855, Idaho Springs, CO, 80452. Claudia Lee Vieweg, 77 Claudia Lee Vieweg, 77, of Idaho Springs entered into rest on July 16, 2011, in Wheat Ridge. She was born on June 18, 1934, in Denver. Formerly of Wheat Ridge, she had resided in Idaho Springs for the last 33 years.
Claudia was a compassionate and loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
Claudia enjoyed participating in church activities like the rummage sale and teaching Bible school to children, and was active in many other church functions. She was an avid cook and baker whose homemade pies and pastries were enjoyed by all who ate them. She also enjoyed crafts and bowling, participating in many leagues and tournaments.
She was a shining example of what a person should be: caring, loving and full of understanding. No matter what obstacle she faced, she remained strong in her faith and her family. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Claudia is survived by sons, Keith Vieweg Sr., Mark Vieweg and Kevin Vieweg; daughter Kathy Goeken; and 11 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Vieweg, and her granddaughter, Shantel Goeken,
Services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, July 21, 2011, at the United Church of Idaho Springs with a reception to immediately follow. There will be a visitation at 10 a.m. at the church.
The Rev. Pat Jordan will preside. An interment will be held at a later date at the Idaho Springs Cemetery. A memorial fund has been set up at Mutual of Omaha Bank in Claudia’s name.
For additional information, contact Keith Vieweg at 720-849-1869 or e-mail keith.vieweg@yahoo.com. Jeniel Nyman Harris, 74 Jeniel Nyman Harris passed away June 10, 2011, in peace at her home. Jeniel was born in Salt Lake City, UT on September 27, 1937, the firstborn daughter of Rodney and Ardella Nyman. She attended Logan High School in Logan, UT, and graduated in 1955. Her passion for learning led her to enroll in college after her family was grown, and she graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs with a B.A. in Fine Arts in 1990. She dedicated her life to her family, her art and the beauty of the natural world around her. She touched the lives and hearts of all she met, but especially her family with whom she shared herself fully. Jeniel is survived by her best friend and husband of 55 years, Phil Harris, her three children and their spouses, Cydne (Steve) Bell, Barton (Cathy) Harris, and Jann (Kraige) Kinney, five beautiful granddaughters who were the light of her life: Ashley Walden, Whitney (Ryan) Beard and Morgan Bell, Meredith and Annabelle Kinney; two great-grandchildren, Corbin and Makenna Walden. She is also survived by her beloved siblings, Brent (Ellen) Nyman, Sue (Ken) Borchert, Ted (Jan) Nyman, and Anita (Kim) Watts. Jeniel was an artist, gourmet cook, musician, CU Buff, avid reader, high alpine gardener, and most of all, a fine mother. Her membership in the LDS church was very important to her and a source of great strength, especially during her brave struggle with cancer in the last months of her life. A funeral service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Frisco, CO on June 17th, at 4:00 p.m. Graveside service will be held at Logan Cemetery in Logan, UT, on June 20th at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer a contribution be made to Bristlecone Hospice Services, PO Box 1327, Frisco, CO 80443. 
Kenneth J. Trenberth, 94 Kenneth J. Trenberth, 94, of Idaho Springs passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2011. Born Oct. 12, 1916, in Lawson to Albert and Amy Trenberth, he was a graduate of Idaho Springs High School class of 1934.
He served in the U.S. Army from 1940 until 1945. While in the Army at Camp Roberts, Calif., he met his future wife, Connie.
They were married on Nov. 14, 1945, in Paso Robles, Calif. Soon after, they moved to Idaho Springs where they enjoyed 65 years together. Connie passed away on Dec. 20, 2010. Nellie B. Cooper, 90 Nellie B. Cooper, born in Lizton, Indiana in 1920 , died at the age of 90 years on May 28, 2011. Nellie lived in Idaho Springs, Colorado for 30 years where she was often seen waiting on tables and spending time with family. She later retired from a 50 year waitressing career to Grand Junction, CO where her husband passed in 1997 after 57 years of marriage. Nellie was a trusted friend to all who knew her. She is survived by 2 children, 6 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. We all will miss her deeply. John James McKenna, 82 John James Joseph McKenna, of Houston, Texas and Breckenridge, Colo., born April 23, 1929 in Far Rockaway, NY, died May 16, 2011 in Houston, Texas. Mr. McKenna was a member of a family that traced its roots to pre-Revolutionary War New York State on the one hand and to 19th-century Irish immigration to New York City on the other. He attended Brooklyn Preparatory High School and Columbia University, graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering, and was a registered professional engineer in over twenty states and a dozen countries. For a number of years, he served as an alumni interviewer and recruiter for Columbia. He was a veteran of the US Navy seeing combat service in North Korea on the destroyer USS Soley (DD-707), and afterward on the USS Benjamin Franklin Isherwood (DD-520), which memorably was forced to navigate the insufficiently charted harbor of Cuidadela, Minorca by “heaving the lead” to measure its depth by hand. For most of his life, he carried in his wallet the card he was issued upon crossing the Equator by ship for the first time, and he took modest pride in owning passports that routinely required the addition of extra pages to accommodate all his border-crossing stamps. Mr. McKenna spent most of his business career in petro-chemical corporations that operated extensively outside the United States, including a 1960s stint in which he relocated his young family to the United Kingdom; during his life, he worked for Mobil Oil, Chemico, the M.W. Kellogg Co. and Huffington Corp., the energy business founded by the late Roy M. Huffington. For more than three decades, Mr. McKenna owned property in Breckenridge, Colo. and lived there during the summer, where he was an enthusiastic volunteer and supporter of the Breckenridge Music Festival. He is preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas Francis McKenna Jr. and Alice Callahan McKenna; his siblings William and Sr. Patricia McKenna; and by his first and second wives, Mary Joan Lauder McKenna and Mary Therese Draffen McKenna. He is survived by his children, Maryn McKenna of Atlanta, Lieutenant Colonel Robert McKenna of Annapolis, Matthew McKenna of Los Angeles and Elizabeth McKenna of Kalamazoo, Mich., and by his grandchildren Zachary McKenna and Nola McKenna. Donations may be made in his name to the Breckenridge Music Festival, Breckenridge, Colo. There was a viewing from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2011 at Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home, 6700 Ferris, Bellaire, Texas and a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday, May 20 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1801 Sage Road, Houston, Texas. Burial will be on Monday, May 23, 2011 at Valley Brook Cemetery in Breckenridge. Graveside services will be handled by Hegmann Funeral Service, Inc. 1-303-567-4323 
Jerry W. Paulson, 78 Jerry W. Paulson born November 9, 1932 in Des Moines, Iowa passed away peacefully at his home in Empire, Colorado on May 15, 2011. Jerry worked at the Empire and Georgetown schools for many years. He and his wife Mary Jane owned Pioneer Liquors and J&J Trading Post. Retiring in 1997. Jerry enjoyed being outdoors, woodworking, watching sports, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his children, Dan Nelson (Diane), Jenny Wall (Mike), Mike Rockwell (Dianna), Holly Eisenbraun (Dave), Merri Skeen (Buster), His brother Jack Paulson (Lorraine), four stepchildren in New York, and 33 grandchildren and tons of great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Mary Jane, Step-son Rocky Rockwell, Step-daughter Bunny Rockwell, and his sister Pat Collins (Jim). 
Henry Prentiss Childs, 83 Henry Prentiss Childs (known as Prentiss) died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 7, 2011, following a stroke, in Arvada, Colorado. He was 83 years old. Prentiss Childs was born on June 9, 1927, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Marquis William Childs and Lue Prentiss Childs. He had one sibling, Malissa, born in 1929. At age six, his family moved from St. Louis to the small community of Somerset, Maryland, just outside of the District of Columbia, where he lived until reaching adulthood. His father, Marquis, was an author and syndicated columnist with the St. Louis Post Dispatch Washington Bureau, who in 1970, was the first to receive a Pulitzer Prize for Commentary. Mr. Childs went on to live in D.C. area until the age of seventeen, when he graduated fourth in his class of two-hundred from Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School in 1944. He returned to D.C. as an adult for the majority of his career in broadcast journalism. As a child, Prentiss explored early and sustaining interests in journalism and acting, founding the monthly Somerset News at age ten and appearing in a number of productions with the Somerset and Chevy Chase community theaters as a teenager. Mr. Childs then received a scholarship to MIT, where he attended for one year before , at his father’s urging, entering the Navy as Seaman First Class as a Radio Technician in March, 1945. Before completing his Primary Radio School training in Virginia, WW II ended. He then spent a brief period stationed in the southern Philippines before being discharged in August, 1946. In 1949, Mr. Childs was awarded a Bachelor of Arts with Honor in Anthropology, from Yale University, where he served as the Vice Chairman for the Yale Daily News. Other educational achievements include a CBS Foundation Fellowship with the Columbia University Graduate School in 1962. After graduating from Yale, Mr. Childs moved to Manhattan in New York City, where he revisited his interest in acting, attending the Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theater there from 1951 to 1953. His classmates included Steve McQueen and Sidney Pollock, with Joanne Woodward graduating the year ahead of him. Mr. Childs acted in a number of off-Broadway and Greenwich Village productions, but soon discovered that acting was not destined to become his career. Mr. Childs then launched is long and successful career in television production, spanning more than twenty-five years. In 1956, Mr. Childs became the CBS production assistant for a number of half-hour specials and documentaries before being named as assistant producer for CBS News/New York until 1963. Mr. Childs was married on January, 24, 1960, to Nancy Craze, who was on the staff of the New Yorker Magazine. They moved to Washington to D.C. in 1963 with their 3 year-old daughter, Catherine, when Prentiss was named a Producer for the CBS News Washington Bureau. There they had two more children, Christina in 1968, and Marquis in 1969. Mr. Childs continued to co-produce Face the Nation until 1974. Distinguished guests of Face the Nation included all major political figures in the nation as well as many heads of government throughout the world. In 1974, he had the honor of writing the foreword to the 14 volume edition of Face the Nation transcripts published by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. In 1974, Mr. Childs left CBS to become the PBS Coordinator or Public Affairs . Mr. Childs and his family relocated to Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1975 to explore a new life in the southwest, ending his career in television production. He served as an Administrator for the State of New Mexico Oil Conservation Division until his retirement in 1994. While in Santa Fe, Mr. Childs again revisited his interest in acting, appearing in numerous productions with the Santa Fe Community Theater, where Nancy was the administrator. Following retirement, Mr. Childs and his wife moved to Las Vegas, New Mexico. Mr. Childs recently claimed raising a family as his greatest accomplishment. He and Nancy enjoyed many summers in Las Vegas joyously entertaining their grandchildren. After 32 years in New Mexico, they moved a final time to the Denver-metro area in the fall of 2008 to travel and be closer to their children and grandchildren.
Mr. Childs demonstrated great concern for both local and global community, serving on the board of Habitat for Humanity, and with his support for many local and global organizations, including Veterans for Peace and Compassion Beyond Borders. A true humanitarian, he was committed to peace and social justice throughout his life. He is survived by Nancy C. Childs, his wife of fifty-one years, his children, Catherine, Christina (Somes), and Marquis, their spouses, six grandchildren and two step grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Hegmann Funeral Services in Idaho Springs, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Prentiss Childs to Habitat for Humanity, Veterans for Peace, or Compassion Beyond Borders. A Celebration of Life is planned for Thursday, June 9, at the Highland City Club in Boulder, Colorado. Contact Catherine Childs at 303-415-9396 for more information.
 Adalbert “Al” Thoennes, 83 Adalbert “Al” Thoennes passed away on Sunday morning 5/8/11. Al was born in Minnesota on 6/10/27 and moved to Idaho Springs in 1942 where he remained for the balance of his life. Al married Shirley Schneider in 1959 and was happily married for 52 years. Al is survived by his wife, Shirley, daughter Adele of Castle Rock, Colorado , son Gregg of Idaho Springs, daughter-in-law Angie, grandsons Blake and Brandon, Brother Dewey Thoennes of Bullhead City, AZ, Sister Chyrle Tow of Albuquerque, NM and many nieces and nephews. Al had a love for camping and fishing with his family and enjoyed being in the outdoors with many amazing memories of the entire family at Steamboat Lake during the summers. Al will be greatly missed by all. He was a great man with a huge heart and loved his family above all else. Services for Al were Thursday, May 12 at the Idaho Springs Cemetery. He was carried to his final resting place in his 1972 Chevy Truck, which if you knew Al, was the love of his life! Janet Craig Swift McFarland, 71
Janet McFarland, 71, passed away peacefully in her home in Central City, Colorado the morning of Good Friday, April 22nd, 2011. Janet was born in Springfield, Illinois on October 20, 1939 and was preceded in death by her husband Daniel Parker Swift. Together they had three children, Bennett Kerry Swift, Kathleen Anne Swift and Jeffrey Bruce Swift. She was raised in Kendallville Indiana, where she graduated from high school in 1957. Janet attended Whittier College in Whittier California where she met Dan. They met in a college production of “Gone With the Wind”. They were married December 30th, 1961 in Whittier. They raised their children in Fullerton California until Dan’s untimely death in 1972. She raised her three children alone for many years until she met her next love, Ron McFarland in 1979. Janet and Ron moved to Meridian Idaho with Bennett, Kathleen and Jeffrey in 1983. They lived there for three years before moving to Durango Colorado in 1986. They later settled in Central City in 1988 where they began building a large network of friends and extended family on the Front Range. She became involved in wolf recovery by educating the populace through the Rocky Mountain Wolf Sanctuary. She and Ron were instrumental in changing the public understanding of wolves in the wild until Ron’s health began to decline. Ron preceded her in death on October 5, 2005. She worked many years in food and beverage in Black Hawk, Central City and Idaho Springs. She most recently worked at Tommyknockers in Idaho Springs as an administrative assistant. It was a job that she truly enjoyed and she looked forward to going to work each and every day. Janet was someone that knew no strangers; everyone she came in contact with quickly became a friend. She was available to help whenever and wherever she could. She was active in her church where she played piano and organ for Sunday services for over twenty years. She was also active with the Peak to Peak Chorale for over fifteen years and her love of music led her into the world of opera. Her expertise on the piano will be a lasting legacy for many people who heard and enjoyed her music. Janet is survived by her three children, Bennett and wife Suzanne, Kathleen and husband Bob Molino, two grandchildren, Kenneth and Bobbie Molino, Jeffrey, a brother Jim Craig, a sister Jacqueline Craig and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Central City on Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 3:00pm. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be sent in Janet’s name to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church or The Peak to Peak Chorale. Manual "Mike" Wolf, 90 Manual “Mike” Wolf died in hospice at his home in Georgetown on Mach 30th. He has been in ill health for several years. Cause of death is cited as congestive heart failure. Mike was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Anna and Morris Wolf on July 12, 1920. When he was twelve, his family moved to Washington, D.C. He attended Washington schools where he was an active participant in sports. After graduation, he served an apprenticeship as a machinist at the Naval Gun Factory. He joined the Army Air Corps in 1944 and entered pilot training. At was end, he returned to the Gun Factory where he rose to the position of Leadingman. Meanwhile, Mike attended evening classes at George Washington University, and then went on to graduate work at the University of Pittsburg. In the interim, the Department of Navy’s Bureau of Ships had hired Mike into their shipyard management program. He ended up as the top civilian in the organization that controlled the shipyard and management control operations in eleven naval shipyards. Foreign navies often requested his expertise. Italy, Japan, Greece, Spain, Scotland and Turkey list among those countries. As Adm. Edward J. Fahy said to Mike in his 1968 letter of commendation, “As one of the Navy’s foremost authorities on industrial engineering and management concepts for naval shipyards, you have made available to our allies a wealth of knowledge and techniques which have been of immeasurable assistance to them and to us in modernizing their industrial plants and shipyards. Mike retired from the Navy in 1972. During his years of his employment, Mike also was an avid athlete & sports fan. As a teenager, he was active in Golden Gloves and in high school sports. During his time at the Gun Factory, he played on their softball and bowling teams. In the Army Air Corps, he played baseball on the Enid, Oklahoma Army Air Force Team. After Mike retired to Colorado, he played tennis and hiked when the sun shone. On those wonderful snowy Colorado ski days, he hit the slopes. Mike felt that he didn’t have a fine winter unless he skied at least fifty days a season. He worked out regularly at the Clear Creek Rec Center in Idaho Springs. He lived happily in Georgetown with his wife Pauline who shared his passion for hiking and skiing. She survives him as do his two sons, and two grandchildren. A service of prayer and music will take place on April 14, at 11:00 am in Grace Episcopal Church in Georgetown. Officiating will be Rabi James Arnold of Evergreen, and Father David Morgan of Denver. Cynthia Skeen will play Bach on the historic Grace Church Organ, and the Plume Singers from Silver Plume will offer spirituals and hymns. Following the service refreshments will be served down the hill in Grace Hall. Cremation has taken place. Burial will be in Georgetown’s Alvarado Cemetery. Douglas Dale Sawyer, 52 Doug was born on September 22, 1958in Lansing, Michigan. He entered into rest on March 21, 2011 in Denver, CO. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dawn Cronk. He is survived by his father Dale Sawyer and step mother Carolyn of Lansing Michigan, Sister Deborah Casner of Michigan and Sister Diane Edwards of Florida and Brother John Cronk of Castle Rock, CO. Doug graduated from Harry Hill High School in Lansing Michigan in 1976. He moved to the Colorado mountains a few years later, considering Colorado his home. He enjoyed spending time in the mountains and learning about mines and mining history. He enjoyed tennis, basketball and golf. Doug liked to work on all types of engines and graduated from Colorado Aero Tech in 1992. He was a good friend always looking out for others. A service will be held at a later time at Alverado Cemetery. Roy Rizzardi, 83 Roy Rizzardi passed away on January 10, 2011. Roy was born on May 22, 1927 in Denver Colorado to Joseph and Margaret Rizzardi. He was born fourth in the family of nine children. He moved to Silver Plume in 1929. He served in the U.S. Army from August 17, 1945 and was honorably discharged on February 1, 1947 after serving in the European theater during WW2. Roy married Lila Lee Lacey on August 22, 1949 in Idaho Springs, CO. Together they raised four children in Silver Plume. Roy started his career mining at the age of 14. He worked mines mostly in Clear Creek, Gilpin, Lake, Park and Jefferson counties. He also traveled around the western United States mining and is considered an authority in underground vein mining. He was a Colorado State mining inspector. He was last underground this year at the age of 83. Roy’s passion was the outdoors and he taught all of his children to share this passion. He was preceded in death by his daughter Linda Rizzardi. He is survived by Daughters Donna Rizzardi from Denver CO, and Diane Blake of Black Hawk, CO. His Son Chris Rizzardi of Silver Plume CO. Granddaughters Kristin Rizzardi of Silver Plume, CO, and Lindsey Rizzardi of Idaho Springs, CO. Whitney Alder from Black Hawk, CO. and Jennifer Miller from Denver, CO. Grandsons Derek Blake from Black Hawk, CO. and Michael Zorman from Portland, Oregon. Great Grandsons Garrett Adler from Black Hawk, CO. Roy Adler from Black Hawk, CO. and Caleb Miller. Great Granddaughters Holly and Daisy Miller. A memorial service will be held January 21, 2011 at 1:00 pm at the Large Town Hall in Silver Plume Colorado. A pot luck reception will immediately follow. Funeral arrangements by Hegmann Funeral Service, Inc. Idaho Springs, CO.  Cornelia Helen Trenberth, 89 Cornelia Helen Trenberth, 89, of Idaho Springs, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010. Born Cornelia Palmer, she was raised in San Jose, California. After completing her schooling she worked at the U.S. Army Camp Roberts in the commissary. It was there that she met her future husband, Kenneth Trenberth. They were married November 14,1945 in Paso Robles, California. Soon after, they moved to Idaho Springs where they recently celebrated their sixty-fifth wedding anniversary. A full-time homemaker, Connie also worked at times for Clear Creek Auto Supply, Clear Creek Transportation, and Montgomery Ward. Connie was active in the United Church, PEO, and the Social Ethics club. She was preceded in death by her brother, James O. Palmer, and one son, Jerry Trenberth. Loving survivors include her husband of 65 years, Kenneth Trenberth, daughter-in-law, Kathy Trenberth, and grandson, Bryce Trenberth, of Las Vegas, Nevada; son, Bill Trenberth, and daughter-in-law, Debra Trenberth, of Great Falls, Montana; son Jim Trenberth, and daughter-in-law, Nancy Evans, of Ames, Iowa. There is no service planned. Memorial contributions may be made to “Charlie’s Place” 
Robert James Warmack, 59 Robert James Warmack, 59, passed December 18, 2010 after suffering a fall at his Idaho Springs home the morning prior. Born in 1951 to Richard (Jim) and Louise Warmack, Bob dedicated his life in Colorado to education. He earned his bachelor and first master degree from Adams State College in Alamosa. As a member of the prestigious James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation, he earned his second master degree from the University of Colorado at Denver. Bob sought to spread that knowledge to his students and athletes through his coaching and teaching in the Colorado public school system. Both a boys and girls basketball coach, Bob also had a great love of fly-fishing, Ford trucks, and the Atlanta Braves. The classroom, however, was Bob’s true passion. He was a nationally recognized We The People mentor. During Bob’s 28 years at Clear Creek High School, he led his own class to numerous district titles and one State Championship. His knowledge of the Constitution and its application ran so deep that even in retirement Bob was called on nationally to mentor in and develop the program. Through his lifelong dedication to his craft, Bob positively impacted the lives of all lucky enough to have been a student, athlete, colleague, or friend. He was married to the love of his life, Susan, and will be greatly missed by his two children, Zackary and Rebecca. He is survived by his brother Dan, sister Jolynn, a large extended family, and countless friends across the country. Bob famously ended every conversation with “I love you,” and now, as a community it is our turn to say thank you and we love you! Memorial services will be held at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Idaho Springs on Wednesday, December 22 at 3 pm. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. A reception will immediately follow at the Elks Lodge # 607, 1600 Colorado Boulevard, Idaho Springs, Colorado 80452.  Edward Blaine Thomas, 84 THOMAS, Edward “Blaine”, 84, of Idaho Springs passed away peacefully at Lutheran Hospice on Dec. 17th. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Rose, and children Steve (Alison), Linda (Stuart), and Lorraine (Lonnie). Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and many loving friends. Blaine was born and raised in Littleton, CO and has resided and been in business in Idaho Springs for 52 years. Services: Wed. Dec. 22 at 11:00 a.m. , viewing at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 1632 Colo. Blvd., Idaho Springs, CO. Donations may be made to St. Paul’s Catholic Church Memorial Fund P.O. Box 848 or Loaves and Fishes Food Bank, P.O. Box 967, Idaho Springs, CO 80452. More information at www.hegmannfuneral.com.  Richard Alan Hodgson, 57 Richard Alan Hodgson of Idaho Springs Colorado passed away Saturday December 4th 2010 at Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge. He was born March 10th, 1953 in Staten Island NY. Rick is the son of Warren L. and Marjorie A. (Rock) Hodgson of Idaho Springs. Rick was raised in Idaho Springs and graduated from Clear Creek High School class of 1971. Rick was employed in a variety of jobs, most recently working the past few years at the Heritage Museum and Visitor Center in Idaho Springs. Rick enjoyed traveling and was an avid antique collector and dealer. Among his survivors he leaves his mother Marjorie, a son Brandon Hodgson of Arvada CO; brothers Randy Hodgson of Walden CO and Rock Hodgson of Eaton CO; also by his ex-wife and close friend Sandi Rizzuto of Idaho Springs CO; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Warren L. Hodgson and daughter Jennifer L. Hodgson.
Hegmann Funeral Service, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Memorial services will be held Sunday December 12th at the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge at 11:00 am. Memorial contributions may be made to the Historical Society of Idaho Springs at www.historicidahosprings.com or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Evelyn Eugenia Grenfell, 80 Evelyn Eugenia Grenfell, from Idaho Springs passed away on September 10, 2010. Evelyn was born on April 26, 1930 in Pomona California. Evelyn earned her bachelor’s degree from CU Boulder. She was a high school teacher in Idaho Springs and worked in a family owned grocery store and in the local pharmacy. Evelyn enjoyed photography and was an avid videographer. She loved to knit and sew and made many of her children’s and grandchildren’s clothes. She was a voracious reader and enjoyed being a member of the local book club. Most of all, Evelyn enjoyed spending time with family. She was a devoted wife, married for fifty five years, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her husband Sherwin Grenfell and her children, Jim, Karen, Jan and Roger. Her grandchildren, Dylan, Lisa, Amanda, Aaron, Scott, Andy, Kaycee and Tchelsea, and her great grandchildren, Maya, Julia, and Brock. A memorial service for Evelyn will be held on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 2:00 PM at the United Center, 1440 Colorado Boulevard, Idaho Springs, CO 80452. Contributions can be made in Evelyn’s name to Easter Seals, Easter Seals, 233 South Waker Drive, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60606, or The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.  Gene Roger Conzelman (Geno), 57 Gene Roger Conzelman (Geno) born 10-23-1952 in Grand Island, Nebraska died 9-4-2010 in Denver, Colorado Geno lived outside of Empire for 8 years, before that up Fall River Road, in Idaho, Washington, and Alaska. His mom & dad, Dale and Elfrida were Fall River residents since 1969. Gene went to school at Clear Creek High and Red Rocks College. He was a carpenter and drummer (Rockslide) extraordinaire. He was a rock hound, silversmith, mechanic and all around mountain man. He found and married his high school sweetheart, Aleta Trabue, in 2004. He is survived by his wife, Aleta, daughter Arlene of Minnesota her son Hunter, son Clayton of Idaho, and sisters Yvonne Louthan of Texas and Christine Breitnauer of Denver. His parents and sister Marlene preceded him into the afterlife. 
Michael Roger Bartel, 49 Michael Roger Bartel. 49, Central City, CO., passed away unexpectedly on August 30, 2010. He was born December 20, 1960, in New London, WI, to Roger and Nancy Bartel, Wautoma, WI. During Michael’s travels he decided to settle in Colorado in 2002. Michael was a devoted father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He enjoyed and cherished the time he spent with his daughters, grandchildren, family and friends. He also enjoyed riding his Harley, rock climbing, fishing, gold panning, horseback riding and photography. He also volunteered countless hours to the community, donating his time to the Fire Department, Habitat for Humanity and the Humane Society. He is survived by his two daughters: Michelle Bartel (Special friend Dennis Schwear) Central City, CO. Theresa Miller (Robert), Hancock, WI. Three grandchildren: Kyleigh Gorges, Central City, CO. Devin Charron, Hancock, WI; Brei-Ann Miller, Hancock, WI. Three brothers: Barrett Bartel (Barbara), Waupaca, WI; Jay Bartel (Jodi), New London, WI. Todd Bartel, Wautoma, WI. Two sisters: Roxanne (Art) Estrada, Hancock, WI; Kelly Mapes (John), Weyauwega, WI. Nieces and nephews; special friends that Michael considered Grandchildren: Justin Charron (FL.) and Tanner Schwear (CO.), Barb Denzer (WI), Mother of his daughters. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal Grandparents, his niece Kristi Estrada Villagomez. A memorial service was held on Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at The Elks Lodge #557, Central City. A memorial service will also be held in Wisconsin for family and friends Denise Lori Albers, 48 Denise Lori Albers of Idaho Springs passed away at home after a long battle with cancer on June 12th 2010. Denise was born in Tacoma, Washington on January 27th, 1962 and lived in numerous places until she found her home in the Idaho Springs area 17 years ago. Denise worked in many locations throughout Clear Creek County, but her passion was working with children through Foster Care and her most recent position as director of Project Support Senior Center. Denise was loved by everyone she touched or knew. She will be greatly missed. The memorial service for Denise has been set for June 19th, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at 320 Hwy 103, Idaho Springs. Reception will follow at the Elks Lodge. In lieu of flowers, Denise and her family would like donations to be made to The Project Support Center or Mt. Evans Hospice.
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Shawn David Septon, 39 Shawn David Septon of Idaho Springs passed away on May 10, 2010 at the age of 39. Shawn was born on May 28, 1970 in Minot, North Dakota. Shawn lived in Golden Colorado for seven years, and was a resident of Idaho Springs, Colorado for the past 28 years. Shawn was a loving father, friend, son. He was a hoist operator at the Henderson Mine, and also worked for Colorado Department of Transportation for many years. Shawn was adventurous and enjoyed four wheeling, boating, snowmobiling and fishing. Shawn leaves behind daughters, Cody, Sara, and Megan Septon. His mother Randee K. Septon and his father David D. Septon. Grandmother Marie E. Fossen, his uncle’s Gene and Kevin Fossen, Patty Septon and Jill Godbey. Services will be held at the old Clear Creek Middle School on Saturday May 15, 2010. Memorial contributions can be made to Clear Creek National Bank, in Shawns name. 
Diane Gail Ottak, 65 Diane Gail Ottak passed away in Idaho Springs, Colorado on April 19, 2010. She was 65 years old. Diane was born January 30, 1945 in Nebraska, and was a resident of Idaho Springs for 42 years. Over the years Diane enjoyed doing many crafts, often making gifts for others. Whether knitting, crocheting, sewing, cooking or updating the “family photo wall” she always seemed involved in a project. Being a “farm girl” at heart you could always count on Diane for a great Sunday dinner (dessert included)! Diane also worked part time as a waitress or doing cashier work at a local casino. When time allowed she enjoyed travelling to see her grandsons in Washington State where she also enjoyed the many flowers and trees native to the area. In addition to caring for her family we often herd of the current pet she was taking care of as well. Reptiles were one of the few not included in the zoo however. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Diane is survived by her husband Frank. Her Son Richard, and his wife Denyce. Her son Chance, and his wife Ronda. Her son Mark, and grandchildren Daniel, Bo, Bryce, and Logan. Patrick and his wife Kris. Ted Ottak and her late daughter Annette. Services will be held on April 26, 2010 at 10:00a.m. at the United Church of Idaho Springs.  Roberta Lynn "Bertie" Pritchard, 52 Roberta Lynn Branson Pritchard (Bertie) born in Fairplay, CO on 3/5/1954 passed away in Idaho Springs, CO on 3/25/2010.
She was a resident of Clear Creek County for 52 years. Bertie was a woman with a great heart. She loved everybody and everybody loved her. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by Mother, Roberta Knapp of Idaho Springs, Son, Roy Schmidt of Lakewood, CO, daughter, Crystal Pritchard of Black Hwk, CO. Twin sister, Becky (Rebecca) More Of Steamboat Springs, CO, Sister, Mary Ann Prickett of Arizona, Brother, Rodney Knapp, Sister Melissa Sierras of Idaho Springs. 7 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at the United church 1410 Colorado Blvd. on Thursday April 1st at 2:00 p.m.
Food and Beverages will follow at Jiggies Cafe 1743 Miner St. Idaho Springs.
 Annette Gail Ottak, 44 Annette Gail Ottak passed away in Empire, Colorado on March 12, 2010. She was 44 years old. Annette was born on June 22, 1965 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Annette grew up in Idaho Springs Colorado and she worked at Henderson Mine. She raised her two boys as a single mother and was very close with her family. Annette enjoyed spending time with her numerous pets and volunteering at Charlie’s Place. Annette is survived by her son Patrick and his wife Kris Ottak. Her son Ted Ottak. Her mother Diane Ottak and father Frank Ottak. Her brother Rick and his wife Denyce Ottak. Her brother Chance and his wife Rhonda Ottak, and her brother Mark Ottak. Services were held on Friday, March 19, 2010, at the United Church of Idaho Springs. Contributions can be sent to Charlie’s Place, P.O. Box 397, Dumont, CO, 80436. 
Gus Trujillo, 67 Gus Trujillo, 67, passed away on Feb. 28, 2010,after an extended illness. He died peacefully at home, cared by his wife, Debbie, son Gus, daughter Tara and brother Gary. He also is survied by son Damian and four grandchildren. Gus and Debbie lived in Idaho Springs for 13 years as qwners of the Main Street Restaurant. They moved to Golden in 2008. Services will be held on Saturday, March 6, in Golden. Contact Hegmann Funeral Services at 303-567-4323 for details. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. 
Grace Alma Shatto, 87 Grace Alma Shatto died February 9, 2010 at the age of 87. Grace lived in Idaho Springs for 83 years where she served as the city clerk for 24 of those years. After retiring Grace volunteered at the Senior Center Thrift Shop in Idaho Springs, which provided her with a wonderful opportunity to stay in touch with what was happening around town. She was born on September 4, 1922 in a cabin at the top of Murphy Gulch named for her Uncle Eugene Van Murphy who purchased the homestead near Phillipsburg in Jefferson County in 1915. Her parents were William Waverly Murphy and Myrtle Ellen Morris. The family of eleven moved to Idaho Springs in 1927, where Grace attended school. Grace was the last of her siblings. During World War II, Grace worked at the Remington Arms Plant (now the Federal Center in Lakewood) making bullets for the war effort. Although technically no one was riveting at the Denver plant, women working there were still dubbed as the infamous "Rosie the Riveters," Grace being among that special group of women. During her youth, she also enjoyed swing dancing at local establishments as well as Elitch Gardens. Big Band music remained one of her favorites throughout her life. She was a long time member of the Grand Chapter of The Colorado Order of Eastern Star. Her greatest enjoyment was gardening. She spent many hours working outdoors in her yard and was paid back by having complete strangers stopping by to take pictures, many also requested seeds which she happily supplied. She is survived by twin daughters Cherie Shatto Porterfield of Longmont and Charlotte Shatto Kingsley of Idaho Springs; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A family funeral was held February 13, 2010 at The United Church in Idaho Springs. In lieu of flowers, contributions could be made to Project Support (Senior Center) in Idaho Springs. Grace will be remembered for her sense of humor, strength of spirit and the fact that no matter how difficult things became she seldom complained. She was devoted to her daughters and their families and will be remembered by them as a tower of strength. Catherine M. “Kay” Freeman Lee, 89 1920-2010 Our beloved Mom, Catherine “Kay” Lee of Evergreen, CO, passed away January 19, 2010 in Idaho Springs, CO. Kay was born on February 16, 1920, to Mahlon and Catherine Freeman in Denver, CO. Mom is preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles (“Charlie” “Chuck”) Lee, who she has longed to see since his death on February 2, 1996. She was also preceded in death by her son, John Charles “Skip” on September 7, 2007. Kay is survived by her daughters: Joan Nelson (Mark), Idaho Springs, CO and Jane Lee Fischer, Draper, UT. She will be dearly missed by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. Mom was a devoted, life-long member of the Roman Catholic Church. Charlie and Kay were married on August 17, 1940, at the old St. John’s in Denver. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 17th & Colorado Blvd., Idaho Springs, CO on Friday, January 22, 2010. Viewing will be at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m. Internment will follow at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, CO. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Evans Hospice, 3081 Bergen Peak Dr., Evergreen, CO 80439. May her memory be eternal.
Allen Thomas Rogers, 47 Allen Thomas Rogers, 47, of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, passed away Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, at his home in Central City after a long illness. Allen was born Oct. 2, 1962, to Hilah Boeles and Tom “Duke” Rogers. Allen served his country in the U.S. Army for three years and held various jobs along the way, including serving as a bartender for three years at the Elks Lodge in Idaho Springs, where he made many friends. He had a love for the arts and was very talented at drawing, painting and even welding — although his best hobby may just have been his dog training — or was it his pool playing? Allen and his wife, Kathy, moved to Central City seven years ago, where they made their home until his death. He worked diligently on home improvement projects and even crafted a beautiful pond for their yard adorned appropriately with old mining artifacts. He thoroughly enjoyed spending time at home with his wife and furry babies: Aggie, Charlie, Gizmo, Poyka and Flicka. Surviving family members include his wife, Kathy, and her four children and four grandchildren; his mother, Hilah Boeles; his father, Tom “Duke” Rogers; two sons, Levi Knight and Colton Rogers; three brothers, Justin Rogers, Jeremy Rogers and Terri Strife; and a sister, Lacie Rogers. Services will be held at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver on Friday, Jan. 22, at 10 a.m. A potluck gathering will be held afterward in Georgetown at 908 Griffith St. at 2 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Allen Rogers Memorial Fund and sent to 1st Bank, 30770 Stagecoach Blvd., Evergreen, CO 80439. George Hunter, 89 George Hunter, a resident for nearly 40 years in Dumont, CO, passed away Jan. 12, 2010, from complications following a stroke he suffered at his home on Dec. 18. Mr. Hunter was born in a small town in Ohio where he attended school and spent most of his childhood summers traveling with the horse racing circuits on the east cost. It was in these surroundings that George developed his love and caring attitude towards horses and dogs. After High School, George was drafted into the U.S. Army and served during WWII. After his discharge, George had many jobs including working in the logging industry, truck driving, tunnel road building and even tried his hand at operating a restaurant in Montrose, CO. George came to Dumont to begin work on the first bore of the Eisenhower Tunnel where he worked for several years, then finished up his working career at the Coors Brewery in Golden. George enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially his fishing trips to Alaska. George is survived by many friends and his faithful four legged friend, Sadie. No services are planned for George.
Virginia Eileen Morris, 90 Born in Denver in 1919, Virginia lived in Colorado her entire life. She graduated from WheatRidge High School and Barnes Business School. She worked for the Bureau of Reclamation for 26 years at the Denver Federal Center, retiring in 1979. In 1989 she and husband Andy moved to Dillon, CO. Virginia enjoyed cooking, RV-ing, and family times. She is survived by Son David A. Morris of Dillon CO., and granddaughters Nicole D. Morris, Denver CO., and Katie M. Lundeen of Broomfield, CO. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years Andy W. Morris, who died in 1992. Correne Mildred Weber Mehrer, 84 Correne Mehrer, of Idaho Springs, Colorado passed away Thursday, December 3rd at Swedish Medical Center in Denver, Colorado. She was born August 27, 1925 in New Hampton, Iowa. A graduate of Manteno High School, Manteno, IL, She married Dode Hull Mehrer March 7, 1949. A mother, homemaker and professional volunteer, she was active in Illinois PTA where she served as state president. After moving to Idaho Springs in 1979, she was an active volunteer with the Colorado Federation of Garden Clubs where she served in numerous offices including as state president and regional director. She was the current president of the Idaho Springs Lions Club and three time past president. A lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs, she enjoyed baseball as well as gardening, bowling and entertaining. She is survived by her brother Gary Weber of Bourbonnais, IL, son Jim Mehrer of Rock Island, IL, son Bill Mehrer of Idaho Springs, CO and daughter Julie Mehrer, of Atenas, Costa Rica. Memorial services will be held Saturday December 12 at 1pm at the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge, 1600 Colorado Blvd., Idaho Springs, CO. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that checks be sent to the Colorado Federation of Garden Clubs, 11065 Huron St. #1301, Northglenn, CO 80234 Margaret Helena (Marsako) Androwski, 88 Margaret Helena ( Marsalko) Androwski was born September 13, 1921 in Clymer, PA. She passed away on November 22, 2009 in Idaho Springs, CO at the age of 88. She was an Idaho Springs resident for the past 8 years. Previous to that for six years she had lived in San Louis Obispo, CA. She is survived by daughters Jo Anne (Jose) Garcia, New Mexico, Patricia Eheman of California and Phyllis Kirk of Colorado. Sons Donald (Gloria)Androwski of New Jersey and Fred Koenig of Florida. Two sisters Ann of Florida and Louise from Ohio. 18 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and her beloved dogs Dillon and Kiva. She was preceded in death by her husband John Androwski and by her sons Eugene and Michael, daughter Elizabeth and a grandson, Christopher Klemick; her parents John and Anna Marsalko; three brothers and three sisters. Also preceding her in death were son’s in law Joseph Klemick and Harry Kirk. She is remembered by her children as a wonderful mother who loved to cook for her family and friends. That was our mom. Margaret was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints A memorial service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 445 County Road 310, Dumont, CO. Please call 303-567-4323 for information on date and time. Her ashes will be interred at the Los Osos Cemetery in San Louis Obispo, CA. next to her sons. Funeral arrangements by Hegmann Funeral Service, Inc. Idaho Springs, CO. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Dumont, CO. Linda Lee Rizzardi, 58 Linda Lee Rizzardi died Sept. 15, 2009, in Empire at the age of 58. She was born May 22, 1951, in Denver. Roy and Lila Rizzardi lived in Silver Plume, where they raised four children. Linda was the oldest. She attended first and second grade in Silver Plume and was in the last class to attend school there. She finished grade school in Georgetown and went on to the high school in Idaho Springs, where she graduated in 1969, the first class to graduate from the new high school. Linda married Glen Zorman in 1979. Linda and Glen were blessed with son Michael on Dec. 2, 1981. Linda always enjoyed cooking and helping people, and she had a career for many years working and managing restaurants all over the county. She owned and operated a catering/property management business until recently. Another of Linda’s passions was reading and writing. At the time of Linda’s passing, she worked at the Tomay Memorial Library in Georgetown. Linda enjoyed the outdoors and spent much time in her garden growing flowers and herbs. Linda was an avid outdoorswoman who loved to fish, hike and gather berries. Linda is known by many in the community as a loving and generous person. She will be missed deeply by friends and family. She was preceded in death her mother, Lila Rizzardi, who died in November 2003. Surviving family members are son Michael Zorman of Portland, Ore.; father Roy Rizzardi of Silver Plume; sisters Donna Rizzardi of Denver and Diane Blake of Blackhawk; brother Chris Rizzardi of Sliver Plume; nieces Kristin Rizzardi of Silver Plume, Lindsey Rizzardi of Idaho Springs, Whitney Alder of Blackhawk and Jenifer Miller of Denver; and nephew Derek Blake of Blackhawk. A service will be held for Linda at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, at Silver Plume Methodist Church. Clergy will be Harry Heilmann. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mount Evans Hospice in Evergreen.
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