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Helen D. Dertien

1941 - 2021

Helen D. Dertien obituary, 1941-2021, Colorado Springs, CO

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1941

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2021

Helen Dertien Obituary

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HELEN D. DERTIEN
1941
March 31, 2021
Helen Dolores "Dee" Dertien passed away peacefully on March 31 at the age of 79 in Denver, CO. She was born in Miami, FL and attended Baker High School and Perry Business School in Columbus, Georgia before marrying Donald Dertien who was an officer in the Air Force. Their 26+ year Air Force journey took them on assignments in South Carolina, Ohio, England, Texas, Colorado, Japan, California and then they moved to Colorado Springs, CO where they retired after running a private dental practice for over 28 years. During their various assignments, they had the chance to travel Europe and Asia and they both enjoyed collecting antique and unique items from all over the world. Dee was outgoing and made quick friends wherever she lived and always enjoyed meeting friends for coffee. She cherished her family and tirelessly supported her kid's diverse activities. She was preceded in death by her parents Jesse Henson and Helen Strong; her brother, David L. Henson and her husband Donald Dertien. She is survived by her sister Katherine Slocum; brother Frank Henson; son, Craig Dertien and Kimberly Sullivan; son, Maj Gen (sel) Evan Dertien and his wife, Erika; daughter, Sarah Knudsen; Cheyenne Watson; grandchildren, Miranda, Reanna, Skye, Kael, Kolby, Kennedy, Chloe, Carly, Charlotte Grace, McCarthy and other great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at Academy Christian Church, 1635 Old Ranch Rd, Colorado Springs, on Saturday, April 24th at 11:00 am.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 11, 2021.
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"Dee" miss you and wishing you rest in the heavens. Please say hello to my other two favorite angels--Don and my mother. Blessings dear friend.

Ann Gaskill

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April 6, 2022

Dr. Dan & Tammy (Stowe) Hudson

April 14, 2021

My dear, sweet friend you have made your journey full circle. God God acquired another angel! Remembering what a great friend you were and all the coffee groups you made better by just being there. You were such a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother they will miss your smile and sense of humor. Rest in Peace my Dear Friend. Will miss you but until we meet again...
One more thing--if you happen to see my angel, Don, just may want to have him look at your cell phone. Know he can help you.

Ann Gaskill

April 13, 2021

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April 13, 2021

The Buckley AFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences to the children on the loss of your mother. We see from the obituary that your father retired from the Air Force after a 26 year career.
If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley AFB at 720-847-6693. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to any military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits, in particular during difficult times such as this. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF, Ret
Director, Buckley AFB RAO

Steve Young

April 11, 2021

The Buckley AFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences to the children on the loss of your mother. We see from the obituary that your father retired from the Air Force after a 26 year career. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley AFB at 720-847-6693. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to any military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits, in particular during difficult times such as this. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF, Ret
Director, Buckley AFB RAO

Steve Young

April 11, 2021

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