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Chance, Penny J.
Penny J. Chance - Pueblo Chieftain - January 31, 2001 - Passed away Jan. 28, 2001, in Pueblo. Penny was born July 15, 1960, in Florence, Colo. She is survived by her children, Max McMillian Jr. of Kansas; daughters, Jennifer McMillian and Brianna Chance, both of Pueblo; her former husbands, Larry Chance of Kansas and Anthony Mesa of Kansas; brothers, Kenneth (Krista) Lee of Georgia, Gary (Susan) Lee of Peyton, Marty (Kim) Lee of Colorado Springs, Michael (Brenda) Price of Kansas and Brian (Lisa) Price of Peyton; sisters, Gladys Snyder and Kathy Packenbush, both of Kansas, Tina (Bob) Hauler of Georgia and Kristie (Steve) Crile of New York; her grandchildren, Ralph Trujillo Jr., Paige Trujillo, Madison McMillian and Cassidy McMillian; as well as her stepfather, Leroy Toms; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mrs. Chance will lie in state at the mortuary from 2 until 6 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until noon on Thursday. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2001, in the Mountain View Cemetery. Those wishing to attend please use the West Acero Street entrance.

Chandler, Addis B.
Addis B. Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - October 21, 2001 - Addis B. Chandler, 92, passed away Oct. 19, 2001. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bub and Priscilla Chandler of Dierks, Ark.; four brothers, Charles, Evit and Vaughn Chandler, all of Nashville, Ark., and Clarence Chandler of Dierks, Ark.; and two sisters, Lanta Boland of Nashville, Ark., and Ella Holland of Pueblo. He is survived by his loving wife, Lola; his daughter, Maggie Chandler, Pueblo; also sister-in-law, Lula Mae Head of Pueblo, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Chandler was a member of the Broadway and Orman Church of Christ and was very active as a volunteer for SRDA for 20 years. He retired from Broderick & Gibbons in 1974, where he was an oiler. Previous to this, he worked at CF&I in the Open Hearth, as well as farming from 1955 to 1960 at Baxter. Mr. and Mrs. Chandler were especially proud of their 68 years of marriage. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday and 8 a.m. to noon Monday at the funeral home. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Monday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions to Meals on Wheels or to Red Mountain Youth Camp.

Chandler, Alan D.
Alan D. Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - February 26, 2004 - Alan D. Chandler, 58, of Rye, passed away Feb. 20, 2004. Born Dec. 25, 1945, in Chicago, Ill. Preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Survived by spouse, Dorie; brother, Robert; children, Richard (Tereasa), Sherry, Kenneth; mother of his children, Nancy; stepsons, David, Edward (Candia), Jim (Darlene), Wyatt, Tim (Sarah); stepdaughter, Debbie; also survived by two grandchildren, 11 step-grandchildren, and 21 great-stepgrandchildren. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. today. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday; both at Romero Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Alan's memory in care of Romero funeral home. Relatives and friends will be received at Romero Courtesy Hall at 4 p.m. after the interment. Interment, Fort Lyons Cemetery.

Chandler, Bruce C.
Bruce C. Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - December 06, 1998 - Bruce C. Chandler of Pueblo passed away Dec. 5, 1998, at home after a brief illness. He was a race horse owner and a pro rodeo bullrider for 17 years. Bruce was a member of the 22nd Bomb Squadron Association, Shriners of Pueblo West, a PRCA gold card member of American Quarter Horse Association and was a welding instructor at El Paso Community College for Fort Carson's program of soldier's welding certification. He served as a Sgt. Crew Chief in the European Theater and China-Burma-India Theater for 22 1/2 months. He was with the 14th Air Forces in China. Worked on B-25 aircraft and also had experience with C-47 transport planes. Preceded in death by his parents. Survived by his wife, Virginia Tats" Chandler, of the family home- daughters, Shelley Donegan, Parker, Colo., Kelly (Bill) Schnaufer, Pueblo, and Julie (Mark) Perrino, Littleton- son, Jeff (Kristin) Chandler, Colorado City- sisters, Betty Lancaster, Glendale, Ariz., and Ann Carruth, Pueblo- grandchildren, Shannon, Nick, Luke, Tyler, Chelsea and Trevor- by his beloved cat, Yeller Cat- dog, Shuggie- and by numerous friends and relatives. , 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 1998, at Central Christian Church, 1902 N. Hudson. Donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, 704 Elmhurst Place, 81004.

Chandler, Charles E. II
Charles E. Chandler II - Pueblo Chieftain - October 17, 2002 - Charles E. Chandler II passed away Oct. 15, 2002, in Pueblo. He was born Sept. 10, 1941, in Pueblo to Charles and Jeanne Johnson Chandler. Charles was employed by United Bank in Pueblo for many years. He is survived by his son, Brad Chandler of Texas; two brothers, DeWitt “Skip” (Judy) Chandler, Douglas (Linda) Chandler, both of Pueblo; his granddaughter, Brandy Chandler of Phoenix; his former wife, Raye (Richard) Chandler; and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation in the Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2002, in the First Baptist Church, Ninth and Grand streets. Donations in memory of Mr. Chandler may be made to the First Baptist Church in Pueblo.

Chandler, Harley
Harley Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - February 08, 2002 - Passed away Feb. 5, 2002, in Pueblo. Services will be held in Yuma, Colo.

Chandler, Helen
Helen Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - May 08, 2001 - Helen Chandler, age 85, passed away at Mount San Rafael Hospital on May 7, 2001. She was born in Tioga, Colo., on Feb. 19, 1916, to Rose (Nybaka) and Jacob V. Alt. She attended Walsen Camp School and graduated in Aguilar in 1934. She studied to become a registered nurse at St. Mary-Corwin hospital. Helen was employed as an RN at the Santa Barbara County Hospital for 30 years and then was employed as supervisor of outpatient clinic for 25 years until her retirement. She was a member of the Senior Citizens Center. Preceding her in death are parents, Rose and Jacob Alt; sisters, Rose Alt and Agnes Sinkovich; and brother, Orville Alt. Survived by husband, Bob Chandler, Trinidad; brothers, Ted (Rose Ann) Alt, Pueblo, and Paul (Violet) Alt, Pueblo; sisters Audrey (John) Davis, Pueblo, and LaVerne (Frank) Gagliardi, Trinidad; and numerous nieces and nephews, including Robert (Ginny) Sinkovich, California, Darlene (Robert) Harper, Minnesota, Gayle Porter, West Virginia and other relatives. At Helen's request, cremation with no services. Arrangements made under the direction of the Comi Funeral Home.

Chandler, Lola T.
Lola T. Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - June 03, 2004 - Lola T. Chandler, 88, passed away June 1, 2004. She was born in Dierks, Ark., on Oct. 12, 1915. Lola is preceded in death by her husband, Addis B. Chandler, whom she had been married to for 68 years; parents, Maggie Fatherree and James E. Thornton; brother, J.T. Thornton. She is survived by her daughter, Maggie Lou Chandler; sister, Lula Mae Head; special nephew, Jack Thornton; nephew, David Thornton; nieces, Donna June Johnson, Robbie Mae O'Rourke; special cousin, Don Thornton; also survived by many nieces and nephew of the Chandler family. Lola belonged to the Broadway & Orman Church of Christ. She was very active with the Red Mountain Youth Camp. She worked for many years at Ciruli Produce as the office manager. Lola also worked at the Pueblo Army Depot in the finance and accounting department. She volunteered at SRDA for many years as a greeter and would help take meal reservations. In lieu of flowers and food, please make donations to the Red Mountain Camp in care of Broadway Church of Christ, or to the SRDA Nutrition Program through the funeral home. Viewing, from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 3, 2004, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Friday, June 4, 2004, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel with interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

Chandler, Nikki
Nikki (Erjavec) Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - July 17, 2005 - Nikki (Erjavec) Chandler, 63, passed away July 15, 2005. Nikki was born in Pueblo, Colo., on Dec. 26, 1941. She is survived by her husband, Myron; sons, Jon (Theresa), Jason, and Jim; granddaughter, Megan; brother, Ron (Peggy) Erjavec; sisters, Lesli (Rick) Sindeband, and Carole Giadone; as well as numerous friends and relatives. Nikki was a kind, thoughtful, caring person who touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be dearly missed by all. Viewing, 2 to 7 p.m. Monday, the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 pm Monday, at the funeral home. Cremation to follow. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Our Lady of the Meadows Church. In lieu of food and flowers, donations may be made to The Marfan Foundation through the funeral home office.

Chandler, Robert Gray Jr.
Robert Gray Chandler Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - August 05, 2002 - Robert Gray Chandler Jr., resident of Pueblo and Beulah for the past 54 years, passed away on Aug. 4, 2002, after a lengthy illness. Born in Shreveport, La., May 18, 1926, to the union of Robert Gray Chandler Sr. and Nell Orman Chandler. Mr. Chandler served in the U.S. Navy, WWII. He retired from the CF&I Steel Corporation in 1986. His son, Robert Gray Chandler III, preceded him in death, 1975. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Marjorie, of the family home, Pueblo; four children, daughter, Paula (Dr. H.R.) Tillquist, Idaho; sons, Jeffrey (Julie), Fort Collins; Jim (Patti), New York; Clayton (Nicole), Pueblo; sister, Ella Edwards, Shreveport, La.; in-laws, Regina (Charles) Rush, Colorado Springs and Dr. Richard (Patsy) Reitemeier, Rochester, Minn. Also survived by 13 grandchildren. Private family service and inurnment, Roselawn Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions to the Beulah Ambulance, Beulah Valley Fire Department or the Sangre de Cristo Hospice in memory of Mr. Chandler. Family requests omission of flowers and food.

Chandler, Robert W.
Robert W. Chandler - Pueblo Chieftain - January 13, 2002 - Resident of Trinidad for the last 20 years passed away Jan. 10, 2002, at Veterans Nursing Home in Walsenburg. He was born in Winsboro, Texas, on July 30, 1912. He married Helen Alt on Feb. 19, 1941, in Santa Barbara, Calif. Bob retired from the University of California as a security officer. He loved to bowl and golf. Preceding him in death are parents, one sister, one brother and wife, Helen, who died on May 7, 2001. He is survived by one brother, Dutch (Beth) of Denver; sisters- and brothers-in-law, LaVerne (Frank) Gagliardi, Trinidad, Audrey (John) Davis, Pueblo, Ted (Rose Ann) Alt, Pueblo, Paul (Violet) Alt, Pueblo; numerous nieces and nephews including Jim (Kathy) Chambers, Littleton, Robert (Ginny) Sinkovich, California, Darlene (Robert) Harper, Minnesota, and Gayle Porter, Virginia. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will follow at a later date. Arrangements made under the direction of Comi Funeral Home.

Chaney, Lucy E.
Lucy E. Leming Chaney – Pueblo Chieftain – September 25, 2006 - Lucy E. Leming Chaney, 84. Beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend, departed this life on Sept. 21, 2006, with her family at her bedside. Born on Feb. 1, 1922. Preceded in death by parents, Felix and Maclovia Duran; sisters, Josie, Mary and Jennie; brothers, Gilbert, Pete and Dennis; and granddaughter Sheila. She is survived by her children, Carson Leming (Dorothy), Norma Lopez (Ben), Robert E. Leming Jr. and Sandra Leming. Sister, Dolly Holland; special niece, Maria Holland; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Lucy worked at the Pueblo County Courthouse as a file clerk and CMHIP as a foster grandparent. Lucy enjoyed her special times with family and friends. She was a member of St. Leander Church. She was loved by all and will be sadly missed. We are especially thankful for all the personal care and love Lucy received. Visitation, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Rosary, 7 p.m. Monday, Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, both services at St. Leander Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens.

Chaney, Mark Halden
Mark Halden Chaney – Pueblo Chieftain - September 16, 2006 - Mark Halden Chaney, 62, of Fallon, Ill., born Jan. 10, 1944 in Decatur, Ill., died Friday, Sept. 15, 2006 in Fallon, Ill. Mr. Chaney was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council 4239, Decatur Aero Club, Scott Air Force Base Aero Club, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Assn., National Rifle Assn., and the Honda Riders Club of America. Mark was an avid golfer, commercial licensed pilot, motorcycle enthusiast and a doting father and grandfather. He was employed as a personnel manager for Archer Daniels Midland, ARTCO Division, and had also been a law enforcement officer and detective. He was a Vietnam Veteran and a military policeman, serving in the US Army. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Earl W. & Dorothy V., nee Coleman, Chaney, a brother, Forrest Chaney; and 2 nephews, Ted Martinez Jr. and Terry Martinez. He is survived by his wife Cynthia, nee Montoya, Chaney of Fallon, Ill.; daughter, Stacey L. & Michael W. Lentz of Fallon, Ill.; a son, Mark A. Chaney and fiancé Keri S. Clifford of Worchester, Mass.; three sisters, Lana Bartley of Stevenson Ranch, Calif., Hope Shriver and Beth Chaney, both of Decatur, Ill.; a grandchild Kelsey Lentz of Fallon, Ill.; mother-in-law, Lucy V. Quintana of Pueblo, Colo. and five sisters-in-law, Jane Chaney Gordon of Decatur, Ill., Sophia Chavez of Pueblo, Colo., Evelyn & Ted Martinez of Pueblo, Colo., Carla & Mike Jensen of Denver, Colo., and Mary V. Nygren of Denver, Colo. Visitation will be held Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006 from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at St. Nicholas Catholic Church. Memorial mass will be held Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006 at 11 a.m. at St. Nicholas Catholic Church with Monsignor William Hitpas officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Nicholas Catholic Church or Hospice of Southern Illinois. At the family's request, Mr. Chaney will be cremated, with his cremains returning to Pueblo, Colo. Schildknecht Funeral Home, 301 S. Lincoln Avenue, Fallon, Ill., in charge of arrangements.

Channel, Richard O.
Richard O. "Dick" Channel - Pueblo Chieftain - July 28, 1999 - Richard O. "Dick" Channel, 68, of Holly, died July 24, 1999. Graveside funeral services and burial, 9 a.m. Thursday, July 29, 1999, at the Holly Cemetery. Visitation, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 28, 1999, at Valley Memorial Chapel, Holly. Memorial contributions to the Richard Channel Memorial Fund.

Chantala, Frank J.
Frank J. Chantala - Pueblo Chieftain - December 31, 2003 - Frank J. Chantala, 88, passed away Dec. 27, 2003. Survived by his children, David F. Chantala, Denver, Richard G. Chantala, Salinas, Calif., Marijane Spear, Norma Kay (Ronald) Perko, Patricia J. McKinney, all of Pueblo, Sharon Riggs, Denver, Diane Kim (David) Chantala-Taft, Cary, N.C.; half-brother, Louis J. Chantala. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, Troy Chantala, Pueblo, Tracie (Geoff) Siebenneicher, Pueblo, Tammie (Bret) Matthews, Oklahoma City, Okla., Elizabeth Chantala, Denver, Michael Perko, Pueblo, Kevin (Elizabeth) Perko, Pueblo, Kelly (Russ) Leffler, Denver, Geoffrey (JoAnna) McKinney, Pueblo, Deborah Riggs, Denver, Tiffany Riggs, Denver and Douglas (Elizabeth) Riggs, Denver; 18 great-grandchildren; and ex-wife, Arnette Chantala. Preceded in death by his wife and mother of his children, Helen Marie Chantala in 1971; parents, Frank and Frances Mesner Chantala; sisters, Mary Brubnjak and Frances Tezak; stepmother, Frances M. Chantala; and son-in-law, Gene Spear. Frank was born on May 11, 1915, in Pueblo, and was a lifetime Pueblo resident. He was an accomplished musician and accordionist. Frank was a well-known cattle buyer and stockman, as well as a professional cabinet builder and co-owned Marco's Tavern for 30 years until May of 2003. There will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, in the Mountain View Chapel Mausoleum, with Deacon Philip Reynolds officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

Chantala, Louie
Louie Chantala - Pueblo Chieftain - August 14, 2004 - Louie Chantala, also known as Louis Chantala, departed this life Aug. 11, 2004, at the age of 77. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Chantala; his mother, Frances Chantala; and his father, Frank Chantala. He is survived by his only daughter, Darla (Bob) Willbanks; and two granddaughters, Kacee and Whitney Willbanks. A private Mass will be held at an appropriate time.

Chapen, Unknown
Unknown Chapen - Huerfano World - July 23, 1992 - This Week in La Veta History - 1881: Del Ingles, formerly of La Veta but recently employed at Kirby's sawmill up the Cucharas, ended a long feud by shooting a man named Chapen near Stonewall.

Chaplin, Lorena
Lorena Chaplin - Colorado Weekly Chieftain - October 29, 1868 – Died - On the 12th inst., at Trinidad, Colorado, Lorena, daughter of T. B. and Martha Chaplin, aged 3 years, 4 months and 11 days.

Chapman, H. I.
H. I. Chapman - Pueblo Chieftain - October 10, 1914 - Funeral of H. I. Chapman was held at 10 a.m. yesterday from his late home 702 east Sixth. The Rev. David G. Monfort of Colorado Springs conducted the service. The pallbearers were E. R. Stover, H. M. Cook, R. C. Whitlock, W. S. Kyle. The interment was in Mountain View, in charge of Davis and Vories.

Chapman, Stewart
Stewart Chapman - Pueblo Chieftain - March 07, 2005 - Stewart Chapman, 58, passed away March 3, 2005. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. No services.

Chapman, Trevor Robin
Trevor Robin Chapman - Pueblo Chieftain - February 09, 2002 - Trevor Robin Chapman, 63, passed away Feb. 7, 2002. Survived by his wife, Kay (née Person) Chapman; children, Elsa (Clint) Eccles and Christopher (Milisa) Chapman of Pueblo West, and Holly Chapman-Gurule, Pueblo; grandchildren, Brandon Eccles, Duston Eccles, Kaylin Chapman and Jared Chapman; sister, Gloria (Geoffrey) Nicholls of Colorado Springs; brother, Reginald (Yvonne) Chapman of Greece. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Born to Reginald A. and Elsie E. (née Tyson) Chapman, June 10, 1938, in London, England. Trevor was an engineer with the U.S. government, worked at the Department of Transportation Test Center, retiring in 1981. He then began his career as a real estate broker. Member of the NRA, Pueblo West Sportsman Association, Pueblo Hunting and Retrieving Club and Pueblo Association of Realtors. Trevor's special interests were painting, fishing, hunting and golf, but some of his most special moments were those spent with his grandchildren. A special thank you to Dr. Carl Bartecchi for his kind and loving care over the many years. Honoring his request, there will be no viewing. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, 2002, at the Ecumenical Church of Pueblo West, 434 S. Conquistador Ave., Pueblo West, with the Rev. Ray Lincoln officiating. Family and friends will be received at 633 S. Hahns Peak in Pueblo West following the service.

Chappell, Dolores J.
Dolores J. "Gran" Chappell - Pueblo Chieftain - May 28, 2000 - Dolores J. "Gran" Chappell, 69, made her transition on May 25, 2000. Survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Robert D. Chappell; sister, Donna Bryant; her adoring children, Dolly (Mike Smith) Chappell, Mark Chappell and Colleen (Jerry) Corzine; and devoted grandchildren, Barry and Megan Corzine, John (Becky) Bucciarelli and Lauren (Tim) Davis. At her request, there will be no services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. The family respectfully requests the omission of food and flowers. Memorials may be made to the Sangre de Cristo Hospice. We will miss our butterfly.

Charles, Freda L.
Freda L. Charles - Pueblo Chieftain - November22, 1999 - Freda L. Charles, died Nov. 19, 1999. Graveside services, 2 p.m. today at Fowler Cemetery with Rev. Sam Ramsey officiating. Viewing today from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Griffy Funeral Home Chapel.

Charleston, Al
Al Charleston - Pueblo Chieftain - November 09, 1997 - Al Charleston, 79, passed away Nov. 6, 1997. Preceded in death by his parents- twin brothers and great-grandson. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Maurine of Colorado City- daughter, Elaine (Richard) Smith of Pueblo- son, Ron (Vita) Charleston of Texas- four grandchildren- eight great-grandchildren- one great-great-granddaughter- and brother-in-law. He was a longtime resident of Colorado and a WWII veteran. Mr. Charleston belonged to Cuerna Verde Lodge No. 196 AF&AM, Fidelity Chapter No. 144 OES, Pueblo Commandery No. 3 Knights Templar, and the Al Kaly Shrine. He retired from the U.S. Post Office in 1980. , Tuesday, 10 a.m., Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation, Imperial Crematory. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Shriners Hospital or the American Heart Association in his memory.

Charter, Arthur B. Jr.
Arthur B. Charter Jr. - Pueblo Chieftain - September 16, 2001 - Arthur B. Charter Jr., age 76, passed away Sept. 14, 2001. Mr. Charter is survived by his wife, Edith Charter; son, James (Sherry) Charter; grandchildren, Michael and Emma; and sister, Norma Pierce. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Cleo Charter. Arthur retired from the CF&I Steel Corp. in 1983. He was a member of BPOE No. 90, Pueblo Aerie No. 145 (FOE) and the Fin and Feather Club. He enjoyed bowling and fishing. Viewing Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., and Monday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 10 a.m., Our Lady of the Meadows Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens.

Charter, Marie
Mrs. Marie Charter - The Pueblo Chieftain - October 14, 1955 - Services Friday 2 p.m. Funeral Home Page cut off at this point. George F. McCarthy Funeral Home.

Chase, Florence M.
Florence M. Chase - Pueblo Chieftain - July 13, 2001 - Florence M. Chase, age 88, of Wymore, Neb., died Monday, July 9, 2001, at the Wymore Good Samaritan Center. She was born March 28, 1913, in the rural area between Wallace and Elsie, Neb. She spent most of her childhood in that area and was a graduate of Wallace High School. She married Vernon W. Chase on Sept. 21, 1940, at Red Oak, Iowa. They lived in Omaha, Waverly, Neb., and Waterbury, Neb., before moving to Pueblo West, Colo., in 1974. She had been employed at the A.S.C.S. office in South Sioux City, Neb., from 1954 to 1974. She moved to Wymore in 1995. She was a member of the Pueblo West Ecumenical Church, the former Opal Chapter No. 195, Order of Eastern Star at Allen, Neb., and the Business and Professional Women in South Sioux City, Neb. Her hobbies included crocheting and making afghans, bowling and fishing. She is survived by a daughter, Louise Titus, and her husband, Howard, Wymore, Neb.; two sons, Leo E. Chase and his wife, Jean, Glendive, Mont., and Lee E. Chase and his wife, Sandra, of Tulsa, Okla.; and three sisters, Velma Clark, Plattsmouth, Neb., Betty Pruess and Rachel Leonhardt, both of Littleton, Colo. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Elizabeth (Law) Wright; her husband, Vernon W. Chase, Nov. 30, 1975; son, Roy Phillips; three sisters, Alberta, Jenny and Viola; and half-brother, Leo Wright. Funeral service, Saturday, July 14, 2001, 2 p.m., George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery.

Chase, Larry
Larry Chase - Colorado Springs Gazette - August 10, 1993 - Larry Chase, 58, of Pueblo died Aug. 2, 1993. Funeral services have been held in Pueblo. Davis Mortuary, Pueblo, handled arrangements. Mr. Chase is survived by his longtime companion, Lynne Fiore of Pueblo; two daughters, Debbie Silcox and Deanna Freidlund, both of Colorado Springs; five sisters and four grandchildren.

Chastain, Abner
Rev. Abner Chastain – Pueblo Colorado Weekly Chieftain – April 20, 1871 – Died on April 8th, 1871, on the Upper Cucharas, Rev. Abner Chastain, after an illness of eleven days, aged 67 years.

Chasteen, Antionette Marie
Antionette Marie Chasteen - Pueblo Chieftain - May 28, 2003 - Antionette Marie Chasteen, 72, passed away May 26, 2003. Survived by her children, Stephen C. Chasteen and Linda R. Siefford, both of Pueblo, Charlene M. (Joe) Lancaster of Benton, Ark., and Pamela Y. Baker of Pueblo; siblings, Theresa DiSanti, Lucille (Richard) Zabukovic and Dominick (Ann) Radosta, all of Pueblo, Joann (William) Mendenhall of Fayetteville, Ark., and Carmen (William) Walecheck of Walsenburg; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and special friends, Carol and Jerry Hargroves and Vera Snook, all of Pueblo. Preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Fox Chasteen, on April 28, 2002; parents, Vincenzo and Mary Radosta; sister, Angelina Pinto; and brother, Guy Radosta. Antionette was born March 26, 1931, in Pueblo. Antionette and Stephen were married on June 19, 1950. She was a member of Central Christian Church and Adah Chapter No. 34, O.E.S. She will lie in state from 1 until 6 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 29, 2003, at the Montgomery & Steward Chapel, with the Rev. Dr. David Chambers officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Those who desire may make memorials to Sangre de Cristo Hospice, through the funeral home. .

Chasteen, Stephen F.
Stephen F. Chasteen - Pueblo Chieftain - May 01, 2002 - Stephen F. Chasteen, 71, passed away April 28, 2002. Survived by his wife of nearly 52 years, Antionette Chasteen; children, Stephen C. Chasteen, Linda R. Siefford, both of Pueblo, Charlene M. (Joe) Lancaster, Benton, Ark., and Pamela Y. Baker, Pueblo; sisters, Pat (Earl) Alley and Mary Chasteen, both of Pueblo; eight grandchildren; three great-granddaughters; and special friend, Ima C. Dunn, Pueblo. Preceded in death by his parents, Fox and Dorothy J. (née Ritter) Chasteen. Stephen was born Dec. 15, 1930, in Pueblo. He and Antionette were married on June 19, 1950. He retired from CF&I in January 1993. Stephen was a member of Central Christian Church. He was very committed to the Masonic organization. He was a member of South Pueblo Lodge No. 17, AF&AM; Al Kaly Shrine; past commander of Knights Templar No. 3; Associate Patron of Laurel Court No. 16, Order of Amaranth; Past Patron of Adah Chapter No. 34, OES; and was currently serving as Worthy Patron of Florence Chapter No. 25, OES. He was also a member of Eagles Lodge Aerie No. 145. He will lie in state at the funeral home today from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at Montgomery & Steward Chapel, with the Rev. Dr. David Chambers officiating, concluding with the Order of Amaranth Service. Masonic Rites and interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Those who desire may make memorials to Amaranth Diabetes Foundation, through the funeral home.

Chatelain, Mary Cleo
Mary Cleo Chatelain - Colorado Springs Gazette - January 4, 2007 - Mary Cleo Chatelain passed away on December 9, 2006 at the age of 73 in Colorado Springs at Memorial Hospital due to complications of illness. Born January 14, 1933 in Colorado Springs, she went to grade school in Divide, Colorado and graduated from Woodland Park High School. Mary is survived by her husband, Donald, her son Rick Chatelain of Colorado Springs, her daughter, Hazel Morgan of Las Animas, Colorado and a younger brother, Richard Miller of Colorado Springs. Mary traveled throughout the West with her military husband, settling back in Colorado upon his retirement. She was a member of the Retired Enlisted Association Auxiliary Chapter One. Mary was an ardent bowler in many local leagues and other leagues wherever she was stationed with her husband. She taught bowling in youth programs on military bases around the West. After retirement she enjoyed RV travels and did volunteer work wherever she spent some time. She was also known for her beautiful crocheted afghan's which she gave away to family members, friends, nursing homes, organizations that needed raffle items, and anyone else who was in need of her generous and warming gifts. Mary's remains have been cremated and a memorial service will be held on Friday, January 5, 2007 at 2:00 pm at the Peterson Air Force Base Chapel.

Chatham, Bernice Helen
Bernice Helen Chatham - Pueblo Chieftain - January 22, 2003 - Bernice Helen Chatham, 86, went to be with the Lord Jan. 20, 2003. Born Aug. 8, 1916, in Binger, Okla. She was a retired nurse's aide. Predeceased by her first husband, Loren C. Helm; son, William Loren; grandchildren, Kelly Leigh and James Michael, Pueblo. She leaves to cherish her memory beloved husband, Emory Chatham; brother, Noah Baker, Modesto, Calif.; children, Robert Helm, Norman, Okla., Judy Marble, Colorado Springs, Joe Helm, Norman, Okla., Susan Drees, Virginia Beach, Va., Sally Horton, Memphis, Tenn.; stepchildren, Barbara Leonard, Shirley Vidmar, Marilyn Newton, John E. Chathman III; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation, 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, Angelus Chapel. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Baptist Church, 2207 W. 29th. St. Rev. Lonnie W. James officiating. Interment, Anadarko, Okla.

Chatham, Oran G.
Oran G. Chatham - Lamar Daily News – March 1, 2006 – Lamar, Colorado – Funeral services for Oran G. Chatham, 88, recently of Walsenburg and former longtime Wiley area resident, will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 1 at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Lamar. Pastor Harold Ausbun, Rev. Lou Anderson and Pastor Tim Wheaton will co-officiate. Burial will follow in the Fairmount Cemetery with full military honors by the Lamar V.F.W. St. George Creaghe Jr. Post No. 3621. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28 and from 8 a.m. to service time on Wednesday at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Lamar. Chatham was born on Sept. 4, 1917 at Springfield and died on Friday, Feb. 24, 2006 at the Colorado State Veterans Nursing Home in Walsenburg following a recent illness. Chatham was preceded in death by his parents, Fred L. Chatham and Ethel E. Chenoweth-Chatham, both of Springfield; by his first wife, Lora Chatham of Springfield; by his second wife, Lora Weber-Chatham of Wiley, on Dec. 16, 1985; by one great-grandson, Logan Will of San Diego, CA; and by three brothers, Ray Chatham, Vernon Chatham and Frank Chatham, all of Springfield. He is survived by three children, Janet (Ken) Reyher of Olathe, CO, Nancy (Bill) Morlan of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Ernest Chatham of Las Animas; by seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ola Shibblehut of Lamar and Vela Frank of Granada, as well as by several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and a host of friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideon's International through the funeral home office. Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel of Lamar is handling the arrangements.

Chatin, August
August Chatin - Huerfano World - April 8, 1993 - This Week in Walsenburg History - 1906: Died, August Chatin, 58, a native of France who has operated a blacksmithing business here for 15 years. He leaves a wife four children and two brothers.

Chauncey, Bruce E.
Bruce E. Chauncey - Pueblo Chieftain - August 19, 2005 - Bruce E. Chauncey, 72, of Pueblo, passed away Aug. 16, 2005. He is survived by his lovely wife, Dorothy of 33 years; daughter, Sharon (Don) La Hue of Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Cameron Segura and Brennan La Hue; brothers, James (Esther) Chauncey and Kenneth (Nancy) Chauncey of Virginia. Bruce worked at VEPCO/Virginia Natural Gas for 35 years, and retired in 1984. Bruce and his wife, Dorothy, moved to Colorado in 1992 to be closer to their daughter and grandson. In 1998, Bruce went to work for T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home, where he worked with his close friends until he passed. Bruce was an avid Denver Broncos and Avalanche fan. His favorite pastime was staying up late into the night and sleeping in until late in the day. Bruce always will be remembered for his loyalty and dedication to his family, his great sense of humor, his big heart and never holding back. His co-workers will miss his smile, laughter and friendship. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 20, 2005, at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel.

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