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LYLE EDWARD GRESS
May 1, 1934 November 29, 2018
Lyle Edward Gress, age 84, passed away at his home in Woodland Park, CO, on November 29, 2018. He was born on May 1, 1934 in Colorado Springs, CO, to Edward and Oriene (Denison) Gress. Lyle graduated from Colorado Springs High School in 1952 and went on to Colorado A&M before spending time in the Navy. After returning from service, he finished his accounting degree at Denver University. He started his career working for Public Service followed by the Internal Revenue Service before being transferred to Sterling, CO after which he opened his own accounting practice for more than 30 years. Lyle married Norma Lee (Ohlson) on June 22, 1958, and they were fortunate to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary this past summer. He is survived by his wife, Norma, his two beloved fur companions Moka and Arnie, his two daughters Kerry Gress of Erie, CO and Amy (Greg) McLaren of Topeka, KS, grandchildren: Mike (Holly) Gress, Kyle (Erica) Gress, Tara Gress, Kristen McLaren (Ben) Wooten, Lauren, Tyler, and Reagan Russell as well as 11 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, a son Steve Gress, a grandson Andy McLaren, his sister Jackie Gress Culmann, and his step mother Helen Gress. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Teller County Regional Animal Shelter (TCRAS) or your local animal shelter. The family had a private gathering at the Woodland Park Community Church.

Published by The Gazette from Dec. 5 to Dec. 12, 2018.
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Lyle was a great man - and very respected! I was always glad to see him at First Baptist Church as he always had a smile and friendly conversations. Prayers to the family...

Mike Brandt

January 18, 2019

My condolences to the Gress family, who are people that made a difference in my life and many others. Sincerely, Martin B. Hamilton

December 13, 2018

Hugs to all! Lyle was such a special man, and will be remembered by all who crossed his path!

Kathy Nelms

December 8, 2018

Kerry and family - big hugs and prayers to you all!

Glenda Brungardt

December 7, 2018

I was 4 and he was 3 in 1936 when I met Lyle at the little Baptist church at 24th / Pikes Peak. There are so many memories of those growing up days. Lyle was one of those rare people who was recognizably Lyle his whole life. I was blessed to have known him and the Gress family.
My sympathy to Norma and that great family they have raised.
He left the world a better place!

Berna (Baughman) Wells

December 7, 2018

Dear Norma and Family,
So sorry to hear of Lyle's passing. He was such a great mentor growing up for all of us in the neighborhood. Later, I can't tell you both how much Young Life influenced us all, in terms of being the people we strived to be. He truly left his footprints in the sand for people like myself!

Hoagie (Scott) Carmichael

December 6, 2018

So sorry for your loss! Larry & Marilyn Hoppal!

Marilyn Hoppal

December 5, 2018

Norma, Kerry, Amy and Steve's family: it's so sad to hear of Lyle's passing. He was a good friend, a good man and a true servant of God. not sure I'll make the service but will be there in spirit. love and blessings to you all, Julie Foster

Julie Foster

December 5, 2018

so sorry for your loss he sounds like he was a great man.

pam and jerry blake

December 5, 2018

We are so sorry for your loss.

Janet and Richard Scott

December 4, 2018

I was so sorry to hear about Lyle's passing. I remember him in high school. He was always smiling that great smile!! It was good to see him at our alumni gatherings. My prayers are with his family.

Belva Norris Renehan

December 4, 2018

My sincere sympathy to you Norma and the family.
God's blessing of comfort to you all.

Hal Sperber

December 4, 2018

My deepest sympathy to your family . May you keep in mind the hope of life everlasting which can help sustain you through this difficult time . John 17:3

Earnie Ray

December 4, 2018

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