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Book, Charles O.
Charles O. Book - Pueblo Chieftain - September 26, 2003 - Charles O. Book, age 83 passed away September 24, 2003 at the Simla Good Samaritan Center. He is survived by his wife, Shirley M. (Murphy) Book; three sons, Allan, Rick, and Terry Book; one daughter, Connie Roseman. Funeral Services will be 2pm Friday, September 26, 2003, Swan Law Cascade Chapel, 501 North Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.

Book, Claude William
Claude William Book - Pueblo Chieftain - October 04, 2000 - Claude William Book, Sr., 72, of Pueblo, passed away Oct. 4, 2000. Claude was born Oct. 19, 1927, in Yoder, Colo. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ancel and Ada Book; son, Arnold Eugene; two brothers, Elmer and Willis; two sisters, Edna and Ruby; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Henry and Ida Kuhlman. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Edna; daughter, Rose (Jeff) Bartleson, Pueblo; sons, Henry Dean (Sherry) Book of Erie, Colo., Ron (Cheri) Book and Bill (Silvia) Book of Pueblo; as well as six grandchildren, Curtis (Kenna) Simpson, Pueblo, Michael (Jamie) Simpson, Omaha, Neb., Todd (Lona) Book, Sterling, Sheree (Jeff) Fair, Pueblo, Stacy Book and Kimberly Book, Pueblo; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Opal Albertson, Colorado Springs, and Fern Standley, Azusa, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Claude was a member of King of Kings Lutheran Church for 20 years and was a veteran of service, having served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was employed by Thacker Brothers Trucking for many years and then was Warehouse Supervisor at Sears & Roebuck for 10 years before retiring in 1974. Mr. Book had a great love for sports; he enjoyed football, baseball, basketball, softball and was always there to support his children and grandchildren as they participated in various events. Visitation at the funeral home from noon-7 p.m. Thursday. Service will be 2 p.m. Friday at King of Kings Lutheran Church with interment at Mountain View Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Support Group, 1157 W. Abriendo Ave., Pueblo, Colo., 81004 in memory of Mr. Book.

Book, Dixie
Dixie Book - Pueblo Chieftain - July 29, 1998 - Dixie Book. Graveside, 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, Calhan, Colo., cemetery. [No additional information available.]

Book, Gordon J.
Gordon J. Book - Pueblo Chieftain - May 05, 2004 - Gordon J. Book, 92, passed away May 2, 2004. Survived by his wife, Beulah E. Book; children, Larry (Kathy) Book of Raton, N.M., Kay (Rudy) Gasser of Phoenix, Ariz., Ron (Marti) Book of Gypsum, Colo., and Susan Omlin of Pueblo; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gordon was born to Noah and Grace Book on Sept. 28, 1911, in Stockton, Kan. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 8, 2004, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Rick Calhoun officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Rifle Association through the funeral home.

Book, Shirley M.
Shirley M. Book - Colorado Springs Gazette - November 21, 2006 - Shirley M. Book, 80, passed away in Pueblo on November 18, 2006 with part of her large family at her side and the remainder in her thoughts. Her husband of 56 years, Charles O. Book, preceded her in death. She is survived by her four children, Allan (Judy) Book of Simla, Connie Roseman of Anchorage, AK, Rick (Chris) Book of Loveland, and Terry (Marikate) Book of Pueblo; nine grandchildren Richard (Shanon), Greg (Sharonda), Kenny (Sharla), Scott, Bryce, Jessen (Niki), Adam, Jake, and Nicole; seven great-grandchildren Courtney, Brenna, Brandon, Taryn, Rhiannon, Aidan and Aldan; her brother Kent (Thelma) Murphy, two sisters Joan (Vern) Schmeiser and Peggy (Bob) Anderson; and many nieces and nephews. She had a great sense of humor and family always came first. While her children were growing up she was very active in the Rush community where she lived nearly all her life. Family get togethers were always special because she was a great cook and enjoyed talking to everyone. She will be missed by all who had the privilege to know her. Funeral service at 11:00 AM, November 22, 2006 at Swan-Law Chapel, 501 North Cascade, Colorado Springs with internment following at Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of food or flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to Odyssey Health Care Hospice of Colorado Springs, the Rush Volunteer Fire Department, or the charity of your choice.

Booker, Deborah
Deborah Booker - Pueblo Chieftain - November 20, 2005 - Deborah Booker, 48. Survived by her son, Derek (Stacy) Booker; sister, Diana Vigil; brother, Steve Williams; and father, F.J. Campbell. Preceded in death by her son, Justin Booker; and mother, Marie Campbell. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2005, at Fellowship of the Rockies. Scattering of the ashes, 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, 2005, same location.

Booker, Justin
Justin Booker - Pueblo Chieftain - October 20, 2002 - Justin Booker, 25, left us on Oct. 18, 2002. Sadly missed by mother, Deb; brother, Derek; numerous grandparents, relatives, friends; and fiancé, Lindsey Cordova. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, at Park Hill Christian Church, 1401 E. Seventh. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Justin's memory, directed through the funeral home.

Bookhamer, Rose Pauline
Rose Pauline Bookhamer - Pueblo Chieftain - April 04, 2001 - Rose Pauline Bookhamer, 75, departed this life April 2, 2001, at St. Mary-Corwin hospital. A lifetime Puebloan, Mrs. Bookhamer was born June 17, 1925, to Juan and Carolyn Martin. They both preceded her in death, as well as her husband, Virgle Bookhamer; two sons, Ronnie Bookhamer and Richard Martinez; a daughter, Rosalee Bookhamer; two grandchildren, Richard Bookhamer and Billy Ochs; three brothers, Emmett, Benny and Andy Martinez; and a sister, Lucille Martinez. Survived by her children, Neva Christianson, Robert (Rhonda) Bookhamer, Sharon (Paul) Kralik, Sally Jackson, Barbara (David) Garcia, Doug (Sue) Bookhamer, David (Jolene) Bookhamer, Joe (Lou) Bookhamer, Virgil Lee (Janet) Bookhamer; grandchildren, Nicolle (Greg) Bookhamer Smith, Shannon (Adam Valdez) Apodaca, Tona (Grant) Reynolds, Sally gray, David Bookhamer, Sharon (Al) Salas, Vickie (Dan) Settle, Brian (Melody) Ochs, Barbara Padilla, Paula (Walt) Williams, David Garcia Jr., Ramona Garcia, Mark Ochs; great-grandchildren, R.J. Bookhamer Smith, Destinee, Jaimee, Jeremy Phillips, Michael Apodaca, Anjelica and Aaliah Reynolds, Mikayla Hall, Richard Salas, Daniel, Debra, Dakota Settle, Malette, Terrell, Anthony, Christopher Gray; three sisters, Antonia Taylor, Dolly Frances, Theresa Meadows; one brother, Anthony Martinez Sr.; nieces and nephews, April (Mario) Vargas, Debra (Eddie) Gumas, Helen (Ruben) Martinez, David (Isabelle) Martinez Sr., Anthony (Aurora) Martinez Jr., Mini (Walter) Proutt, Kathy Taylor, Mike Taylor; godchildren, Frankie Trujillo, Tona Reynolds, Bobby Chavez; one aunt, Margerette Sandoval; special friends, Jeremy Phillips, Frank Martinez, Mike, Alicia, Isaiah Tannahill. The Bookhamer family would like to thank the St. Mary-Corwin hospital medical staff, housekeepers and her doctors for the loving care given. At Mrs. Bookhamer's request, cremation. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Angelus Chapel.

Bookout, Sara Gabrielle
Sara Gabrielle Bookout - Pueblo Chieftain - March 02, 2004 - Sara Gabrielle Bookout, infant daughter of Gary and Antonnette Bookout, passed away Feb. 27, 2004. She is preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Octavio Rivas Sr. She is survived by her sister, Samantha Salas; and her brothers, Jacob and Jeremy Bookout; her grandmothers, Margaret Rivas and Anita Bookout, both of Pueblo; grandfathers, Ruben Vega, Denver, and Raymond Bookout, Wichita Falls, Texas; aunt, Stephanie Rivas; uncle, Mike (Angela) Bookout; and great-grandmother Julia Rivas, Pueblo. There will be a memorial service, 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel.

Bookout, Shirley M.
Shirley M. Bookout – Pueblo Chieftain – September 27, 2006 - Shirley M. Bookout, 64, born Sept. 22, 1942, passed away Sept. 24, 2006. Preceded in death by her parents, Vgorn and Juanita Vanaas. Survived by her husband, Duane Bookout; stepchildren, Stephen (Jennifer) Bookout and Terry (Tim) Adams; sister, Linda (Robert) Quintana; brother, Jerry (Yvonne) Vanaas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Shirley moved to Colorado City 12 years ago from Modesto, Calif. Viewing, 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Thursday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel, followed by cremation.

Boone, Mary Ann
Mrs. Mary Ann Randall Boone - Huerfano World - September 24, 1992 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1909: Died, Mrs. Mary Ann Randall Boone, 86, the mother of Mrs. Conrad Unfug. She came to Colorado in 1860 with her husband, Van Daniel Boone, the grandson of Daniel Boone.

Boone, Mary Sophia
Mary Sophia Boone - Pueblo Chieftain - August 26, 2001 - Passed away Aug. 24, 2001. Private burial with a memorial service to be held at a later date. [No additional information available.]

Boone, Ruth V.
Ruth V. Boone - Pueblo Chieftain - July 17, 2001 - Ruth V. Boone, 91, of Pueblo, went to her heavenly home on July 17, 2001. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Willis Earl Boone, in 1962. Survived by her only child, Dale L. Boone of Pueblo. Ruth was born on April 2, 1910, and reared in Lawrence, Neb. She moved to Hastings, Neb., in 1931 where she started her career at the State Hospital in Hastings. Ruth was married in 1937 and moved to Pueblo in 1938. She began her work at the Colorado State Hospital in 1941 and retired in 1971. Ruth enjoyed traveling and attending numerous Volksmarching (walking events) throughout Colorado. Viewing, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Funeral service, 2 p.m. Thursday, July 19, 2001, at Imperial Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens.

Boone, Van Daniel
Van Daniel Boone – Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain – March 9, 1871 – Died at Booneville, March 4th, 1871, of pneumonia, Van Daniel Boone, Esq., aged 57 years.  Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain – March 9, 1871 – Death of Van Boone. – In our obituary will be found a notice of the death of Van Daniel Boone, which will be read by the large circle of his friends with profound sorrow.  The deceased was born in Howard county, Missouri, to which State his father, a son of the celebrated Daniel Boone, of Kentucky, removed we believe in 1800.  The subject of this memoir moved from Howard county to Jackson county, Missouri, and thence in 1860 to Colorado.  From the time of his arrival until his sudden death his home was at Booneville, where his life was uneventful for the stirring times in which he settled there.  The symptoms of pneumonia, which proved fatal, set in five days before his death, and though everything was done that medical skill could devise, he never rallied, and died on the 4th inst.  The kindness and geniality of his character had endeared him to all who called him friend, and by them his loss will be severely felt.  The funeral took place on Monday, at the Pueblo burial ground. 

Booth, Frieda N.
Frieda N. Booth - Pueblo Chieftain - December 07, 2001 - Frieda N. Booth, 79, passed away Dec. 4, 2001. Survived by her children, Sharon Oldham, Pagosa Springs, Colo., Irene Price, Pueblo, Darrell Nance, San Jose, Calif., and Edward Caldwell, Branson, Mo. There will be no viewing or services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium.

Booth, J. W.
J. W. Booth – Eagle County Blade – May 19, 1904 – A Pueblo dispatch of May 10th says: J. W. Booth, one of the oldest pioneers of Pueblo and founder of Golden, Colorado, died at his home in this city, 2120 Greenwood street, at 9 o'clock this morning from Bright's disease.  Mr. Booth was one of the earliest settlers, a pioneer of the Cripple Creek district and the oldest member of the First Methodist church in this city.  He was a member of the M. E. church for fifty-one consecutive years.

Booth, Juan Bautista
Juan Bautista Booth – Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain – May 20, 1869 – Died at Trinidad, Colorado Territory, on the 6th inst., Juan Bautista, son of E. E. Booth and Mary Velarde.

Booth, Lloyd H.
Lloyd H. Booth - Pueblo Chieftain - November 1980 - Lloyd H. Booth, November 19, 1980, late of Florence Veterans Home, formerly of La Veta. Husband of Mrs. Lillian Booth, Canon City Bethesda Care Center; father of Mrs. Alta Denton, La Veta, and Lloyd Booth, Independence, Mo.; and brother of Donald Booth, Coldwater, Kan., Mrs. Mildred Wortman, Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Lucille Roux, Long Beach, Calif., Mrs. Aelzine Ray, Dallas, Texas, and Mrs. Bonnie Patten, Hutchinson, Kan. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and aunts, nieces and nephews. Service 2 p.m. Friday, La Veta Baptist Church, with the Rev. Mark Anderson and the Rev. Vic Johnson officiating. Interment, La Veta Cemetery.***** Lloyd Booth - Pueblo Chieftain - November 1980 - Funeral service for Lloyd Booth of Florence Veterans Home, formerly of La Veta, will be held at 2 p.m today at La Veta Baptist Church. Burial will be in La Veta Cemetery. Booth died Nov. 18, 1980, at Denver Veterans Hospital. He was born Jan. 18, 1896, in Kiowa County, Kan., and moved to Del Norte at the age of 13. After serving in World War 1, he farmed in Kansas until moving to La Veta in 1936. Booth served about 20 years as a water commissioner on the Huerfano River and worked as a carpenter before retiring. Surviving are his wife, Lillian Booth of Bethesda Care Center, in Canon City; a son, Lloyd Booth of Independence, Mo.; a daughter, Alta Denton of La Veta; a brother, three sisters, a half-sister, eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Borbely, Miklos
Miklos Borbely - Pueblo Chieftain - March 07, 1999 - Miklos Borbely, 58, passed away March 4, 1999. Survived by his wife, Terry Borbely- mother-in-law, Mary Kapel- and three brothers and one sister in Hungary. Mr. Borbely was retired from CF&I Steel Industry. Cremation, Almont Crematory. A private family service will be held.

Borck, Steven
Steven Borck - Pueblo Chieftain - January 24, 2003 - Steven Borck, 49, passed away Jan. 21, 2003. Survived by his wife, Penny; daughter, Hannah; stepchildren, Michael, Marlaina, Andrew, Leon; granddaughter, Lillyanna; parents, Gerhard and Ursula Borck; brothers, Michael (Kathleen) Borck, Peter (Lissa) Borck; and numerous other family and friends. Memorial service, 1 p.m. Saturday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of choice in his memory.

Borden, Randy
Randy Borden - Huerfano World - May 19, 1994 - In Memoriam - In Loving Memory of my brother Randy Borden whom God called home April 23, 1994. - Verse - Sadly missed by your sister Theresa Borden.

Boreson, Charlotte O.
Charlotte O. Boreson – Pueblo Chieftain – September 09, 2006 - Charlotte O. Boreson passed away Sept. 4, 2006, in Pueblo. Charlotte was born Feb. 14, 1917, in Baldwin, Wisc., to Martin and Emma Ostby. She was employed as a Secretary to the Bishop of the former Southwestern Minnesota District of the American Lutheran Church from 1961 until 1982 before retiring and moving to Alamosa and then to Pueblo in 2001. In Alamosa, she was a volunteer in the bereavement program of Hospice del Valle for over 10 years. Charlotte was a member of the King of Kings Lutheran in Pueblo. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Allen; and her brother, James. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Josie Boreson of Pueblo; grandsons, Stephen Stormer and Michael Boreson; and five nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, 2006, King of Kings Lutheran Church, 2561 Vinewood Lane. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the Hospice del Valle, Sangre de Cristo Hospice or the King of Kings Lutheran Church.

Borgstedt, Carol J.
Carol J. Borgstedt - Pueblo Chieftain - October 17, 2004 - Carol J. Borgstedt, 71, went to be with the Lord in her home Oct. 12, 2004. Born June 29, 1933, in Hanover, Ill., to Oral and Alice Kaufman, who preceded her. Survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Robert D. Borgstedt; children, Jo Lana (Ken) Sopel, Jo Elyn (Will) McConnell, Carolyn (David) Maguffee, Robert D. Borgstedt Jr., Kellie Borgstedt, Karen (Dale) Spory, Jodi Borgstedt; 11 grandchildren; sister, Norma (Phillip) Ferguson. Carol worked in the nursing profession since her graduation from Mercy School of Nursing in 1954, until her retirement from St. Mary-Corwin Hospital in 1996. Carol loved flowers and plants, cats, dogs, and other animals and going to garage sales. She loved going to church with her daughter, Jodi, visiting friends, and volunteering time for others. She was a very boisterous fan at Centennial sports' functions involving her kids and later, her grandkids in Canon City. She loved riding on their Harley and was a life member of Harley Owners Group "Hog" and Ladies of Harley. Per her request, no visitation. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, St. Pius X Catholic Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens.

Borgwardt, Donald A.
Donald A. Borgwardt - Pueblo Chieftain - December 30, 1999 - Donald A. Borgwardt, 75, passed away Dec. 28, 1999, in Pueblo. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Colorado Springs.

Borgwardt, Donald Albert
Donald Albert Borgwardt - Colorado Springs Gazette - January 6, 2000 - Mr. Donald Albert Borgwardt, 75, a Colorado Springs resident, died Dec. 28, 1999, at a Pueblo hospital. He retired as head of security at GE Medical Systems in Pewaukee, Wis., and served as chairman of residential council at Senior Salvation Army Residence. He was a pharmacist's mate in the South Pacific while serving in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Mr. Borgwardt was born Nov. 22, 1924, in Milwaukee. He is survived by three daughters, Susan Bricco, Jane Hilton and Debra Krueger; his former wife, Barbara; and six grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Silvercrest Senior Residence, 904 Yuma St. Inurnment will be at Rural Home Cemetery, Big Bend, Wis. Montgomery and Steward Funeral Directors, 1317 N. Main St., Pueblo, (719) 542-1552, is handling local arrangements.

Borinsky, Bonnie
Bonnie Borinsky - Pueblo Chieftain - March 17, 2004 - Bonnie Borinsky. Born in Hutchison, Kan., in 1924, she lost her courageous battle with cancer on March 16, 2004. Wife of the late Bob Borinsky. A wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, she will be forever in the memories of those who loved her most. Survived by her children, Terry (Terri Jean) Brice-Nash, Melanie (Jeff) Osterman, Cheri Zanotelli and Barbi Ianne (Tom Garcia); grandchildren, Clark Brice-Nash, Dale Brice-Nash, Alison Pineda, Paige Brand, Talia and Gio Zanotelli, Russell Ianne, Sage Elizabeth Garcia, numerous nieces, nephews, their families, great-grandchildren; her longtime friend, Lucille Rike; and dearest friend, Yvette Elgart. A successful businesswoman, who owned and operated The Brass Ring with her daughter Barbi, her artistic talent was apparent in every aspect of her life. Bonnie loved life, her family, her friends, her garden and her special pets. The family would like to extend their appreciation to the wonderful staff of Sangre de Cristo Hospice and Dr. Joel Ohlsen. Funeral service to be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 19, 2004, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel, with interment to follow immediately. There will be a luncheon reception at Imperial Reception Hall following interment. In lieu of flowers and food, Bonnie's wishes were for donations, in her memory, to go to Sangre de Cristo Hospice or the Pueblo Animal Shelter.

Borinsky, Robert J.
Robert J. Borinsky - Pueblo Chieftain - July 20, 1998 - Robert J. Borinsky, lifetime Pueblo resident and prominent Pueblo businessman, passed away unexpectedly at his home July 18, 1998. Mr. Borinsky was a graduate of Centennial High School, class of 1943. Veteran of U.S. Army World War II. Co-owner of the Brass Ring with his wife, Bonnie- and daughter, Barbi. Member of United Hebrew Center, past member B'nai B'rith Lodge, and BPOE Lodge No. 90. Survived by wife, Bonnie- three daughters, Melanie (Jeff) Osterman, Cheri (John) Zanotelli, Barbi (Tony) Ianne- and stepson, Terry (Terri) Brice-Nash, all of Pueblo- two sisters, Rose Kark, Pueblo, and Ann Leiser, Denver. Also survived by seven grandchildren- several great-grandchildren- and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, 1998, at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, with Rabbi Abe Raich officiating. Interment, B'nai Jacob Cemetery. Those who wish may make a contribution to the Animal Welfare and Protection Society, through the funeral home office.

Borland, Helen L.
Helen L. Borland - Pueblo Chieftain - July 15, 2002 - Helen L. Borland, 91, formerly of Yuma, passed away July 14, 2002, in Pueblo. Helen was born July 12, 1911, in Washington County to Andrew and Mary Ann Kroger. She graduate from Otis High School. She was a licensed Practical Nurse and worked at the Weld County Nursing Home in Greeley for many years and Yuma Life Care Center in Yuma. Preceding her death was daughter Betty Jean; husbands, Bose Hayes and Irvin Borland; brothers Joseph, Arthur and Andrew Kroger; sisters Marie Dunn, Mable Leachman, Alice Hahn, Ida Kitchin, Rachel Hayes and Naomi Crouch. Daughters, Bebe (Roy) Hayes, Pueblo and Julie (Dietmar) Kuehn, Fort Collins, survive her. Also seven grandchildren: Dale, Randall, Daniel, Kevin, Dustin Hayes, Brenda Gomez, and Robert Dell and fourteen great-grandchildren. And numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Helen was a good wife, mother, grandmother and dedicated nurse. She now lives with her Lord and Master. Services will be held in Yuma, CO., Wednesday, July 17, 2002, and burial will be in the Otis cemetery.

Born, Hasso-Olaf
Hasso-Olaf Born - Pueblo Chieftain - January 26, 2006 - Hasso-Olaf Born, 57, passed away Jan. 24, 2006, in Pueblo. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium.

Borrego, Mary C.
Mary C. Borrego - Pueblo Chieftain - August 03, 2002 - Mary C. Borrego, 70, of Pueblo, passed away Aug. 1, 2002. Preceded in death by her parents, Isaac and Kate Cisneros; brothers, Ramos Cisneros, David Cisneros and Ralph Cisneros; sisters, Rose Abeyta and Mabel Cisneros. Survived by her loving husband, Salvadore Borrego; daughters, Charlotte (Thomas) Mayen, Granada Hills, Calif., Sharon (Porfirio) Flores and Beverly (Phillip) Gonzales, Pueblo; brother, Savino (Nellie) Bravo; uncle, Julian Maes; special niece, Loretta (Ken) Maldonado and family; grandchildren, Richard Robles, Maria Monica (Adam) Valdez, Michael (Yani) Flores and Carlos Flores; and great-grandchildren, Adam J. and Charlie Valdez and Abigail Flores. She loved cooking, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She and Salvadore celebrated their 52nd anniversary on Feb. 25; they were married in Walsenburg in 1950. Viewing will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Romero Chapel and funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Monday at St. Leander Church. Interment to follow at Imperial Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall after burial.

Borrego, Mary H.
Mary H. Borrego - Pueblo Chieftain - February 19, 2002 - Age 88, of Pueblo, passed away Feb. 14, 2002. Preceded in death by her husband, Julian Borrego; and sister, Victoria Lucero. Survived by her son, Adolph (Juanita) Borrego, Pueblo; daughter, Helen (Bob) Martinez, Pueblo; eight grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Viewing will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, and funeral service to follow at 5 p.m., both at Romero Chapel. The Rev. Leonard Racki to officiate. Cremation to follow.

Borrego, Monico
Monico Borrego - September 21, 2000 - Monico Borrego of Denver, a wholesale meat cutter, died Sept. 9. He was 85. A Mass was Sept. 14 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment was in Olinger Highland Cemetery. He was born April 13, 1915, in Walsenburg. His wife, Corrine M. Muniz, preceded him in death. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He is survived by three sons, Gerald, Gabriel and Kenneth, all of Denver; a daughter, Monica B. Armijo, Denver; 16 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

Borrego, Ramon Joe
Ramon Joe Borrego - Pueblo Chieftain - May 01, 2003 - Ramon Joe Borrego, 86, born Aug. 31, 1917, in Gulnare, Colo., to Chrisensio and Rosenda Borrego, passed away April 28, 2003. Preceded in death by his wife, Julia Cruz Borrego; son, Augustine Borrego; brothers, Ernest Borrego and Alvin Borrego; and sisters, Margaret Martinez and Mary E. Vigil. Survived by his children, Viola Borrego, David Borrego, Ralph Borrego and Leroy Borrego; grandchildren, David Borrego Jr., Renee Borrego, Timothy Borrego, Brandon Lee Borrego, Bruce Chavez and Celeste Chavez-Abeyta. Also survived by great-granddaughter, Jennifer Herndon; great-grandson, Andrew Portillos; and brother, Nick Pena. Ramon loved western clothes, cowboy hats, horses and working on the farm and is on his way to "Cowboy Heaven." Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Friday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Masonic Cemetery in Walsenburg, Colo. In lieu of food and flowers, monetary donations may be made in his name through the funeral home office.

Borrego, Sara B.
Sara B. Borrego - Huerfano World - October 29, 1992 - Huerfano Sara B. Borrego, 96, of Walsenburg, died Oct. 26, 1992. Born Sept. 29, 1896, in Cucharas to Antonio T. and Josefita Vigil Bustos, and was a member of St. Mary Church. She was married to Victorino Borrego who died in 1976. Up until age 90 Mrs. Borrego loved to ride horses. For a short time she worked at Shosky's Cafe as a dishwasher. Survivors include nieces and nephews. A short graveside prayer and inurnment will be Friday in South St. Mary Cemetery. Boies Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Borrelli, Matilda
Matilda "Tillie" Borrelli - Pueblo Chieftain - July 16, 2006 - Matilda "Tillie" Borrelli, 92, was taken home by the Lord to heaven July 15, 2006. Matilda was born Nov. 9, 1913, in Radiant, Colo., to Louis and Mary Yellico. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Borrelli; grandson, Robert Barnes; brothers, John Yellico, Louis Yellico, Joe (Edna) Yellico, Gene (Ann) Yellico, Frank Yellico and Diamond Yellico; sisters, Rose (Nick) Rocchio, Lucy (Lloyd) Schneider and Betty Jean Hardin. She is survived by her children, Rose Marie (William) Barnes of Pueblo, Jeanna (Bill Grisham) Michaels of Pueblo West, Dr. John (Trudy) Borrelli of Lubbock, Texas; grandchildren, Debra (Richard) Bassi of Wetmore, Josette (David) Dannheim of Lubbock and David (Suzanne) Borrelli of Dallas, Texas; great-grandchildren, Mikayla Polasek, Keegan and Alera Dannheim of Lubbock; sisters-in-law, Sandra, Jean, Mona and Eddie Yellico; and brother-in-law, Jack Hardin. Matilda operated The Lone Pine Café in Wetmore, Colo., from 1947 until 1959, where homemade spaghetti was on the menu every Sunday. Matilda worked 32 years as a cook at Parkview Medical Center before she retired. She volunteered at the Pueblo Boys Ranch, doing cooking for eight years. During that time she was the perennial winner of the Volunteer of the Year award. The award had been named "The Tillie Award" in her honor. In 1999, she was one of the "Nine Who Cares" volunteers awarded for the State of Colorado, sponsored by Channel 9 in Denver. She received a signed Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis gold medallion award for cooking and mentoring young men at the Pueblo Boys Ranch. Her lifetime hobby was gardening. She had many visitors to view her flower garden. She was a wonderful mother and Christian lady who always gave to others. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday. The funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 19, 2006, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel with Pastor Douglas Cox and Pastor Steve Holcomb officiating. Interment will follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Those who desire may make memorials to El Pueblo, an Adolescence Treatment Community, through the funeral home.

Borth, Winifred
Winifred (Winnie) Borth - Pueblo Chieftain - October 14, 2003 - Winifred (Winnie) Borth, 86, went to Heaven on Oct. 10, 2003. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Mary Carleen Thrasher; son-in-law, Joseph Thrasher; granddaughters, Julie Herion, Wendy Bruley and Holly Nutter; and great-grandchildren, Kevin, Zachary, Kyle, Matthew and Chad. Winnie will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Thursday, at Imperial Memorial Chapel. Memories are treasures no one can steal, death is a heartache no one can heal. Though you may be gone from earth and all its cares, you are always in our hearts and our thoughts and prayers. Remembered with love always, Your loving family and friends.

Borton, Curtis G.
Curtis G. Borton - Pueblo Chieftain - February 11, 2000 - Curtis G. Borton, veteran of World War II, passed away Feb. 9, 2000, at Florence Nursing Home. He is preceded in death by son, Daniel. Survived by wife, Marjorie; son, Michael; sister, Mamie; daughters-in-law, Teresa and Francine Borton; grandchildren, Michelle Borton, Austin, Texas, Chris Borton, Lafayette, Colo., Dean Borton and Shawn Borton of Pueblo; one great-granddaughter, Rhianon Michelle Borton; and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation. No services.

Borton, Fred Marques
Fred Marques Borton - Pueblo Chieftain - December 20, 1942 - Fred Marques Borton, Dec. 19, local hospital. Husband of Lena Borton of family home, 817 E. 10th. Father of Hugh D., Frank and Curtis Borton of Pueblo; Ora Borton, U.S. Navy; Mrs. Walter Shasteen, Mrs. J.E. Cross and Mrs. Charles Girske of Pueblo. Grandfather of 15, brother of Mrs. John Richards of Carpenter, S. D.; Albert, Harry and Earl Borton of Missouri. Member of the Methodist church. Davis Mortuary, Masonic Temple, Broadway at Evans.

Borton, Geraldine M.
Geraldine M. Borton - Pueblo Chieftain - September 13, 2002 - Geraldine M. Borton, late of Fowler, passed away Sept. 10, 2002. Rosary, 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, 2002. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 16, 2002. Both services will be held in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Avondale. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your local hospice.

Boscia, Lee
Lee Boscia - Huerfano World - September 3, 1992 - In Memoriam - In loving memory of Lee Boscia who passed away 10 years ago, August 31, 1982. Sadly missed by his family.

Bosco, Opal
Opal Bosco - Pueblo Chieftain – October 4, 2006 – Opal Bosco. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Wednesday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made in Opal's memory to the Red Mountain Youth Camp.

Boshart, Lorene
Lorene “Sammie” Boshart - Pueblo Chieftain - April 13, 2003 - Lorene “Sammie” Boshart passed away April 11, 2003, in Pueblo. She was born May 8, 1906, in East Lynne, Mo., and had lived in Pueblo since 1928. Mrs. Boshart was a member of the Daughters of the Nile, Amaranth Court No. 16, Social Order of Beauceant Assembly No. 11, and a Past Worthy Matron of Chapter No. 7 Order of Eastern Star in Pueblo. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Oliver L. Ridgway in 1970 and Mel Boshart on March 24, 2003, six brothers and two sisters. Sammie is survived by her children, Floyd (Grace) Ridgway, Madge (E. Kay) Becher, both of Pueblo, Randal (Tina) Boshart, Melinda Westhorp, both of Denver, Melva Jean (Larry) Bales of Georgia, nine grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2003, in the penthouse of Villa Pueblo, 1111 Bonforte Blvd. Donations in memory of Mrs. Boshart may be made to the Al Kaly Shrine Transportation Fund, either directly or through the mortuary.

Boshart, Melvin W.
Melvin W. Boshart - Pueblo Chieftain - March 27, 2003 - Melvin W. Boshart passed away March 24, 2003, in Pueblo. Mel was born in Wayland, Iowa, on Oct. 15, 1917, and had lived in Pueblo since 1977. He was a retired chief warrant officer in the U.S. Army. Mr. Boshart was a member of the First Methodist Church in Pueblo, South Pueblo Lodge No. 31, AF&AM, Southern Colorado Scottish Rite Bodies, Pueblo York Rite Bodies and the Al Kaly Shrine and was a past patron of the Order of Eastern Star. Mel was preceded in death by two wives, Ruby and Joyce. He is survived by his wife, Lorene “Sammie” Boshart; children, Randal (Tina) Boshart, Melinda Westhorp, both of Denver, Melva Jean (Larry) Bales of Georgia, Floyd (Grace) Ridgway, Madge (Kay) Becher, both of Pueblo; eight grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2003, in the Penthouse at the Villa Pueblo, 1111 Bonforte Blvd. Donations in memory of Mel may be made to the Al Kaly Shrine Transportation Fund, either direct or through the mortuary.

Bosko, George R.
George R. Bosko – 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.”

Boslem, Elaine M.
Elaine M. Boslem - Pueblo Chieftain - January 11, 2000 - Elaine M. Boslem, 89, passed away Jan. 9, 2000. Preceded in death by her husband, Alexander Boslem, in 1972; sister, Leona Tedrow, Pueblo; and brother, Donald Anderson, Belleville, Kan. Survived by her sister, Winona Flesher, Salina, Kan.; nephew, Wally Tedrow, Pueblo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service, Thursday, 10 a.m., Mountain View Cemetery.

Bosley, Harold C.
Harold C. Bosley - Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home – January 2004 - Graveside funeral services for Harold C. Bosley, 74, of Trinidad and a former resident of Lamar, were held Thursday, Jan. 15, at the Fairmont Cemetery in Lamar. The Rev. Ian Blacker officiated, and closing services were under the auspices of the Lamar Lodge No. 1319 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks where Harold was a Past Exaulted Ruler. Mr. Bosley was born July 22, 1929, at Ashland, Kansas. He died Monday, Jan. 12, 2004, at Mt. San Rafael Hospital in Trinidad, Colo., after a lengthy battle with emphysema. He married Dolores J. Driskell on Sept. 7, 1948 and they spent 43 years together before she died in July of 1992. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Josephine (Ross) Bosley; his brother, Walter F. Bosley; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Toni and Lloyd Franks. "Boz" as he was affectionately known, was a loving and dedicated family man, a faithful friend, a loyal employee, a lover of the great outdoors who enjoyed a lifetime of hunting and fishing, an artisan who created beautiful natural wood furniture and inlays, and a nationally-ranked trap shooter. He began his career with Mountain Bell in 1951, a career that lasted 32 years until the Bell System divestiture and an early retirement that was not part of his plan. He did many jobs and held many positions, including central office repairman for several years, before being transferred to Trinidad in 1969 as service foreman. He was promoted to manager two years before he retired in 1983. Mr. Bosley is survived by four children: Gwenlyn Bosley of Trinidad, Shon Lugo of Ft. Collins, Mark (Mary) Bosley of Trinidad, and Dirk (Leah) Bosley of Penrose; special niece, Nicci (Brian) Lauritsen of Lamar; five grandchildren: Kenneth (Lisa) Lugo of Smithtown, NY; Andrew (Amy McGinnis) Lugo of Burlington, VT; Ty Bosley of Pueblo; Gayle Bosley of Penrose; and Ben Bosley of Penrose; sister-in-law, Sue Bosley of Lamar; nieces, Mikki (Kenny) Cartwright of Lamar and Monette (John) Straily of Napa, CA; nephew Mike Bosley of Pueblo, and many extended family members and friends. Courtesy of Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home.

Bosley, Nita Ray
Nita Ray Bosley - Pueblo Chieftain - May 07, 1999 - Nita Ray Bosley, 69, of Canon City, went to be with the Lord May 5, 1999.Survived by her husband of 51 years, Joe H. Bosley- daughters, Patricia and Kathleen- sons, Bill and Michael. Also survived by six grandchildren- 11great-grandchildren- and sister, Doris Corzine. Service of remembrance will beheld Saturday, 2 p.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Private family inurnment to be held at a later date.

Boss, Evelyn M.
Evelyn M. Boss - Pueblo Chieftain - October 23, 2002 - Evelyn M. Boss, 73, passed away Oct. 21, 2002. Survived by her husband, Marion L. Boss, of the family home; daughters, Melissa (Dale) Kleinert of Moscow, Idaho, and Julie (Dennis) Lockett of Pueblo; sisters, Roma (Charles) Tuttle of Quinter, Kan., and Virginia Pelton of Laguna Hills, Calif.; and grandchildren, David Mauchley, Paul Kleinert and Trent and Amy Lockett. Preceded in death by her brother, Keith Selby. Evelyn was born June 15, 1929, in Quinter, Kan. She received her bachelor's degree in elementary education from the University of Northern Colorado and a master's degree from Adams State. She taught in Pueblo School District No. 60 for 31 years, retiring in 1995, at Ascension Preschool for seven years and most recently volunteered at Sunset Park Elementary School. Evelyn was recognized for her commitment to teaching with the Colorado Teacher of the Year Award in 1992. She was an active member and elder of Westminster Presbyterian Church; also a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Beta Sigma Phi, American Association of University Women, PEO Chapter DU, Pueblo Symphony Association, Rosemount Museum, Country Club, Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center and Town and Gown. She will lie in state at the funeral home today from noon until 6 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, 2002, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 10 University Circle, with Rev. Robert Mace and Rev. Pat Hurley officiating. Concluding services and interment will be held in Quinter, Kan.

Bostjancic, Frances
Frances Bostjancic - Pueblo Chieftain - September 22, 2002 - Frances Bostjancic, 86, born Aug. 20, 1916, passed away Sept. 19, 2002. Survived by her sisters, Christine Pauchek, Pueblo, and Margaret Janezich and Mary Lustick, both of Chisholm, Minn.; nieces, Margie (Ken) Kuhn, Pueblo and Cathy (Steve) Amerine, Colorado Springs; nephews, Frank Pauchek, Pueblo, Richard (Gail) Janezich, Jerry (Patty) Janezich, Joel (Sue) Janezich, all of Minnesota and Anthony (Gail) Janezich of Arizona; as well as numerous other nieces and nephews in Pennsylvania. Also survived by great nephews, Greg (Theresa) Kuhn and Charlie Kuhn, both of Pueblo, Dr. Ryan (Shelly) Kuhn, Arizona, and Jared Amerine of Colorado Springs; great niece, Tara Amerine of Colorado Springs; and several other great- and great-great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, stepfather, five sisters and three brothers. Frances was a member of KSKJ Lodge No. 7 and St. Mary Church Parish. Viewing, Sunday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the funeral home. Graveside service, Monday, 10 a.m., Roselawn Cemetery.

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