BJ Fett Obituary

Fett
BJ Fett
August 21, 1944 - Nov. 21, 2017
Long term resident of Colorado Springs, attorney/judge BJ was born in Port Arthur, Texas, received a Bachelor's Degree from CSU Fort Collins, and a Law Degree from the University of Houston. BJ practiced law in Colorado since 1972. He was a city judge for Colorado Springs, Calhan, and Cripple Creek. He responsibly represented mental health patients as guardian ad-litem. He was an avid skier, hunter, scuba diver, fisherman, and passionate world traveler. BJ was a dedicated husband, father, brother, and close friend to many. He was a member of the Pikes Peak Range Riders, Elks Lodge, El Paso Club, Garden of the Gods Club, and the Mardi Gras Krewe of Endymion in New Orleans. BJ died after a brief battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Beverly, daughter Brianna, and brother Tony (Frances) Traweek.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Norris Penrose Event Center VIP room on December 2nd at 2 o'clock.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Colorado Springs Therapeutic Riding Center, 3254 Paseo Rd, Colorado Springs, 80909 or www.cstrc.org

Published by The Gazette on Nov. 29, 2017.
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B J and I grew up together in Port Arthur and were classmates at DeQueen Elementary School and hung out as best buddies a lot. He was a great friend and so much fun to be around.

Roy Goodwin

School

May 27, 2023

WOW so very sorry to learn of his passing, I worked with B.J. in the probate court with persons that have IDD and have Impositions of Legal Disability up until his retirement. He will be greatly missed in the community.

Margaret Boatman

Coworker

December 19, 2017

I just learned of BJ's passing. It was a shock. Gone too soon. BJ worked in the District Attorney's Office when I did. He loved to experience all that life had to offer. One of the good guys. So sorry for your loss.

Karen Henderson

December 6, 2017

Couldn't help but smile whenever BJ was around....He will be missed!

Brad Crown

December 2, 2017

B.J. will be missed tremendously. He lived life to the fullest. A lesson we all should learn from him. Many stories he told us made us smile, so when i think of him, I smile, and I know all off us will. I feel truly blessed to have known him.

Qerina Quintana

December 2, 2017

You don't get many friends like BJ in a lifetime. I'll think of him every time I shoot a duck, go to the Elk's Club or visit New Orleans. He's been a hugely important part of my life and I'll miss him every day.

Lee Phillips

December 1, 2017

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Always loved working with you, BJ. You will be missed!

Peggy Fulks
Woodland Park, CO

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December 1, 2017

BJ was always one of the good guys. Haven't seen him in many years but am sure he was still the same nice guy. Wish you had come to some of our class reunions.
Lucille Miller Armintor
TJHS Class of '62
Port Arthur, TX

Lucille Armintor

November 29, 2017

I treasure my memories of BJ when he served with the District Attorney's Office in Teller County at the time I was County Clerk. Fun, Kind, and a true gentleman! He will be missed.

Shirley Beach

November 29, 2017

Going to miss working with him and talking with him. He always made me laugh

Margaret Reyna

November 29, 2017

I am so sad that BJ left us so soon, but am also grateful for having known him. He was truly a "one of a kind" that set an example on how to live life to the fullest. I will miss him so much.

Tammy Cluver

November 29, 2017

Cherish a live well lived. Many good times and great memories elk hunting at the big cabin in Glenwood Springs.

Jeff Kiehm

November 29, 2017

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