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Ross O. Estes
Oct. 23, 1927 - April 4, 2018
Ross Estes died recently in Colorado Springs. He was born in Concordia, Kansas to Berle and Myrtle Estes. He was raised in Blue Rapids, Kansas and was a multi-sport star in high school. He attended Kansas State University where he majored in education and was a 4 year letterman in football. After graduation he began his teaching/coaching career and found great success as a teacher and a coach.
After moving to Colorado in 1965, he lived in Colorado Springs until his retirement, then spent most of his remaining years in Teller County. He was a teacher/administrator in Harrison District 2 from 1965-1987. For years, he was a local sports official in football, basketball, and baseball. He was selected to work numerous play-off games at the state level.
He is survived by his wife, Marilea, daughter Kate Hodgdon and son, Kenn (Sharon), as well as his grandchildren Ben (Shanay) Hodgdon, Julie Estes, and Adam (Anna) Estes.
No services are planned at this time.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 6, 2018.
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Gods Blessings to All of You

Such warm and fond memories ... I can see his smile and hear his encouragement even today

Eddie Bishop 719-208-0570

April 16, 2018

Mrs. Estes and Family:
My condolences going out to you and your family. I remember Ross when he was the Principal at Pikes Peak Elementary where I went to school. He was the nicest principal ever, always had a smile on his face and treated everyone so kind. He will be missed very much.

Nancy Manchego

April 11, 2018

Mrs. Estes & Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. He was a wonderful person, and great example of life and kindness to the staff and students at Pikes Peak Elementary. He was appreciated, loved, and respected by our family.

April 9, 2018

Marilee and family,we have missed you at VFW Post 4051. MY sympathy on your loss and from many others.. Think often of all the great memories. LOVEk and CaringJohn Mazzella,Colo Spgs.

April 9, 2018

So sorry to learn of Ross' passing. I will let my sister (Lois) know. She lost her husband yesterday (6th). Our hearts are so sad. Thinking of you on this day.

Lova Fincham Kraft

April 7, 2018

We have great memories of Ross when he was in Pittsburgh for Kate's graduation. Such a beautiful smile. And I'll never forget, and will always cherish the time in Portland. Kate's lucky to have such wonderful parents.

Janet Mosesso

April 6, 2018

Gods Blessings to All of You

Such warm and fond memories ... I can see his smile and hear his encouragement even today

April 6, 2018

I will always remember Mr. Estes as my favorite teacher of all. I was in his 6th grade class at Stratton Meadows Elementary either in 1969 or 1970. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Brenda Hemphill-Adams

April 6, 2018

Ken and family. Sorry to read of your loss. Appears Ray is trying to gather his guys and create a crew in Heaven. What with he, Wes, Jack and now your Dad. Take Care.

April 6, 2018

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