Gertrude M. "Trudy" Walker

Gertrude M. "Trudy" Walker obituary

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Gertrude Walker Obituary

Gertrude Marguerite Walker, 83, of Colorado Springs, passed away on June 21, 2013. "Trudy" was born on January 16, 1930 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Oscar and Freda (Lengacher) Marchand. After graduating high school, Trudy attended college in Ohio before moving to Colorado where she attained her Master's Degree in education. She was a beloved school teacher for several years for District 11. Trudy enjoyed photography/art, playing tennis and spending time with her family. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many. Trudy is survived by her son, Thomas; grandchildren, Zachary and Tanya and great grandchildren, Melina and Errick. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 13, 2013 in the sanctuary room at Sunrise United Methodist Church, 2655 Briargate Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918. Online Condolences: ShrineOfRemembrance.com



Published by The Gazette on Jun. 30, 2013.
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Trudy, how blessed I was to have had my "Butterfly" experience of Lulu's with you! Will miss you on our dog walks - so glad our paths crossed and I got to know you. Will miss you until we meet again. Jeri McGinnis

July 13, 2013

Thank you Trudy for your wonderful spirit. RIP

July 1, 2013

RIP Trudy. I know you and Mom are having some great conversations together.
Becky Higgs

Becky Higgs

June 30, 2013

You are home now Trudy! Enjoy heaven.

Len & Polly Yoblonski

June 30, 2013

Trudy...you are missed so much. We love you and Sam. RIP deal friend. Len & Polly Yoblonski

June 30, 2013

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