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Aubrey Holguin Obituary

Aubrey Nicole Holguin November 21, 1998 - September 21, 2007. On September 21, 2007 our precious Aubrey Nicole Holguin joined her heavenly father. Aubrey was eight years old, and a third grader at Colorado Springs Charter Academy. Aubrey will be remembered for her bright beautiful smile, her bubble and caring personality, and her love for music, dance, gymnastics and reading. Aubrey is survived by her parents Rafael and Marci Holguin, and her younger sister Madeline. Ms. Aubrey was known and loved by all that met her. Many friends and family members attended the services held Friday evening and Saturday morning September 28th and 29th at Saint Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church. In attendance were both sets of grandparents, Rev. and Mrs. Daniel Check and Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Holguin both from Las Cruces, New Mexico. Aubrey's aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends from Colorado, New Mexico, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, Ohio, and Kentucky were also in attendance. Aubrey will remain in our hearts and minds forever and will be terribly missed by all who know and love her.

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Published by The Gazette on Oct. 6, 2007.

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Lisa Deese

November 7, 2007

I just received word about the loss of your daughter Aubrey. My daughter Abby was is class with her last year. We no longer live in Colorado Springs but your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Vina Lujan

October 25, 2007

Marcie & Ralph, I don't know what to say to you. I was very sad to hear about your daughter. I know that it is hard and wish you and your family the strength you need to get through this. Juanita and Gil, I have had you in my thoughts and prayers also.

Paula Groves

October 22, 2007

Ralph & Marcie, We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your daughter. Our prayers are with both of you and your families.
Paula Groves on behalf of the Mayfield High School Class of 1987

Eddy & Martha Hernandez

October 22, 2007

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

April workman

October 18, 2007

Hello this is April Workman from Corpus Christi, TX. I was a good friend with Aubrey in Kindergarten. I liked playing with her and swinging on the swings together. I remember how I was shy, and she was always so kind to me. We had fun playing at her house with Kameron and sometimes my sisters came too. My prayers will be with you. Love, April

John 14:18 "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you."

Our love and prayers are with you now. Love, The Workman family

Kameron Osterman

October 16, 2007

Hi, this is Kameron from Spokane. I went to kindergarten with Aubrey at Ponderosa Elementary School. Aubrey was one of my best friends in the world. I always had fun spending time with her, especially at her house eating popcorn and playing in her backyard. She was very funny, always making me laugh. :) She was a good dancer. She would help me feel better when I was upset and encouraged me.

To Mr. and Mrs. Holguin- God is with you now and I know that she is in a safe place. I will always pray for you, anywhere and anytime.

COURAGE AND GODSPEED-
Kameron

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

Kameron Osterman

October 16, 2007

Hi, this is Kameron from Spokane. I went to kindergarten with Aubrey at Ponderosa Elementary School. Aubrey was one of my best friends in the world. I always had fun spending time with her, especially at her house eating popcorn and playing in her backyard. She was very funny, always making me laugh. :) She was a good dancer. She would help me feel better when I was upset and encouraged me.

To Mr. and Mrs. Holguin- God is with you now and I know that she is in a safe place. I will always pray for you, anywhere and anytime.

COURAGE AND GODSPEED-
Kameron

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

Lilly Baca

October 16, 2007

To the Holguin and Check families, My words won't express the sadness I felt when I heard about Aubrey. I am so sorry and wanted you to know that you are in my prayers. Juanita, I wish I could be there just to hold you and give you a warm and loving hug. I love you!

Lisa Silva- Garcia

October 13, 2007

Dear Ralph and Marci, I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know her personnally but my love and prayers go to your beautiful daughter Aubrey. I can't even imagine your loss. All I know is that she was blessed with beautiful parents and family. I miss and love you all.

Margaret Torres

October 12, 2007

Ralph and Marcie, may the love and prayers of friends and family help you get through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lalo and Margaret (Gonzales) Torres and family

Steve Mirabal

October 10, 2007

Ralph & Marcie,
We were truly saddened to hear the news of your daughter. We pray that your faith will help you through this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.

Nancy Ramirez

October 10, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lorrainne Apodaca Vasquez

October 9, 2007

My family and I would like to express our sincerest condolences to you and your family. My mother, Beatrice Apodaca, was a very close friend of your Grandma Sally & Grandpa Benito. You will remain in our prayers.

God Bless You.

Matt & Suzette Goodwin

October 9, 2007

Marcie and Ralph, and all the family, may God bless all of you in this time and the time to come. May your memories of your baby stay close to you, and may you know she is always with you, as she sits with our Lord and watches over you. Our hearts are broken for you, we know your strong faith will be your greatest strengh, and know you are loved greatly. Marcie we love you and wish our words could heal the pain, our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Love Matt, Suzette, and Family

Aunt Lilia, Christine Duran Maryann and Mike Padilla

October 9, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. God Bless you.

genevieve giron

October 9, 2007

Holquin and Check families, We are so sorry for your loss. May God take care of all of you in the following days. All of you will be in our prayers. May God bless you. Charlie and Genevieve Giron

Teddi and Bob Peters

October 9, 2007

Our dear little Aubrey, so vibrant and happy. We've known and loved you since before your birth. You are with the angels now and have become one. We'll always remember you in our hearts and minds. Watch over your loving parents and your little sister always.

Love, Bob and Teddi Peters

Susana Castillo

October 9, 2007

Ralph and Marcie,

We just found out your little girl passed away. Even though we never had the chance to know her, we offer our most sincere condolences. I'm sure she was your precious daughter and will always remain in your hearts. We can only offer our prayers and support and rely on the Lord to comfort and sustain you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and hearfelt prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,
Susana V. Castillo (Villalobos family)

Aubrey Holguin, far left, listens during Father Quezada's homily on May 6, 2007, during Mass to celebrate First Holy Eucharist.

October 9, 2007

Aubrey Holguin with Father Francisco Quezada following Ms. Holguin's First Holy Eucharist Mass on May 6, 2007, at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church in Colorado Springs, Colo.

October 9, 2007

Emily Carmody

October 8, 2007

Hi. It's Emily. I wish you hadn't gotten sick and left us. I miss you very much. There's a prayer I keep in my room and say when I get sad. It makes me feel better. It's called "One Little Rose" and it goes like this:

"I would rather have a little rose from the garden of a friend.
Than to have the choicest flowers when my stay on earth must end.

I would rather have one pleasant word in kindness said to me
Than flattery when my heart is still and life has ceased to be.

I would rather have a loving smile from friends I know are true
Than tears shed round my casket when this world I've bid adieu.

Bring me all your flowers today, whether pink, or white or red;
I'd rather have one blossom now than a truckload when I'm dead"

Aubrey, I miss you. I just want to say goodbye. I promise I'll visit you. I see you in my dreams.

Love, Emily

Kevin Carmody

October 8, 2007

My daughter, also 8, and Aubrey received First Holy Communion together. It was such a special time then, and we cherish it so much more now. She keeps a picture of that morning on her dresser, and every night, I look at it, and I still can't comprehend that she's gone from this Earth, but not far from our hearts. God needs little angels at His side, too. Please keep her wonderful family in your thoughts and prayers.

Nadine Timm

October 7, 2007

I think of Aubrey and can always picture her bright eyes smiling. This loss is so sad beyond words. I'm so sorry that this happened. Take courage from all that love you.

Nadine

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