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Verna Cancil Obituary

Verna Edith Cancil, a resident of Colorado Springs for 58 years, passed away December 25, 2012. She was a wonderful homemaker who was faced with many medical and physical challenges, but was a fighter through it all. She was born on February 14, 1925 in Hastings, Nebraska to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Kort. She worked at Hallmark for many years. She is survived by her sons: Dan (wife Adelle) Cancil, and Allan (wife MaryAnn) Cancil; four grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. Cancil. A visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, December 31, 2012 at the Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful� Chapel, with a funeral service to follow at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel. Burial will then take place at Evergreen Cemetery. Online Condolences: ShrineOfRemembrance.com

Published by The Gazette on Dec. 27, 2012.
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Dan, Allen and families, We were so sad to learn of the passing of Verna. She was always a great friend and neighbor. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you.

Jerry & Laura Dolan

January 8, 2013

You have our deepest sympathy.

The Riley Family

December 28, 2012

I'm so sorry for the whole Cancil family. Grandma's at peace now, and she knows you love her.

Nancy Wyman

December 28, 2012

To the Cancil Family...My prayers are with you. May your wonderful memories bring you peace.

Ann Marie Connors

December 28, 2012

Thinking of you all and sending you the warmest of hugs that I can. I know in my heart that Aunt Verna is with Uncle Frank and that it is a happy reunion. Love you all.

Sherry Simpson Cummings

December 27, 2012

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