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George Evanoika Obituary

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GEORGE EVANOIKA
June 9, 1934 - July 27, 2018
George Evanoika passed away July 27, 2017.
George was born to Steve and Anna Evanoika on June 9, 1934. He grew up in Ramah, Colorado.
He later married Betty Manyik on November 14, 1954.
For about 20 years, George was involved with 4-H as a leader, part of the Steering Committee and the Ringmaster at the El Paso County Fair. He served on the Soil Conservation Board. George worked for Lasater Ranch in Matheson, Colorado, Benjamin Ranch in Simla, Colorado, Valli Hi in Evergreen, Colorado before purchasing his own ranch in Peyton, Colorado in 1968. George then started his Excavation Business in the early 70's.
He clearly enjoyed ranching but also enjoyed going hunting and dancing. He truly loved his family and spending time with them.
George has been mentioned for his ranching in two books: Tail Wind Both Ways, a Cowman's Chronicle by Laurence M. Lasater and Horseman Brand of a Legend by Hugh Bennet which sits in The Cowboy Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City.
George is survived by his spouse of 63 years, Betty Evanoika; his daughters, Doris Hildreth of Peyton, Colorado, Donna Evanoika of Peyton, Colorado, and Rhonda Evanoika of Falcon, Colorado. Siblings Betty (Ray) Brooks of Peyton, Colorado, Dave (Peggy) Evanoika of Montrose, Colorado, and Rita Evanoika of Ramah, Colorado. Others surviving him are his grandchildren Casey Fernau and Paizley Fernau.
He is preceded in death by his parents Steve (Anna) Evanoika, daughter Diana Evanoika, siblings John (Lottie) Evanoika, Ted (Carol) Evanoika and Steve Evanoika.
Services will be held at St. Mary's Holy Dormition Orthodox Church in Calhan, Colorado on Friday August 3, 2018 at 10a.m. with burial following at Sproch Cemetery in Ramah, Colorado. The Rosary (Panikhida will be Thursday August 2, 2018 at 6:00p.m. at the St. Mary's Holy Dormition Orthodox Church.
Arrangements handled by the Love Funeral Home in Limon, Colorado.

Published by The Gazette on Aug. 1, 2018.
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My favourite memory with George ... in the arena with Rhonda and George and a pack of crazed lambs ... still makes me laugh out loud!

Ginger Randall

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January 18, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of and praying for your family during this difficult time!

Jennie Bost Ortega

August 3, 2018

We are sorry to learn of your loss. May your wonderful memories of husband and father bring you comfort.

Linda and Ron Wicks

August 1, 2018

Great memories of George and Many great stories

Mike Harper

August 1, 2018

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Connie and Craig McGinnis

August 1, 2018

So sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that the peace and comfort of the Lord Jesus Christ will surround you and carry through this difficult time. I enjoyed having George as my "boss" when he served as chairman for the El Paso County FSA (USDA) Committee.

John Hudson

August 1, 2018

Sending your lots of hugs and comforting prayers as you go through this difficult time. George was a great man.

Larry and Carolyn Gardner

August 1, 2018

So very sorry for you loss. Sending you and your family my thoughts and prayers.

Cathy Carroll

August 1, 2018

So sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you as you go down this difficult road.

Bob and Lora Hahn

August 1, 2018

Lisa Andrews

August 1, 2018

A cowboy!

Susan Musgrave

August 1, 2018

So sorry to hear about the passing of George. He was a friend to all! Always enjoyed seeing and visiting with him and Betty.

Chuck & Jody Gieck

August 1, 2018

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