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Barbara Christoffel Obituary

Barbara Jean Christoffel, loving wife and mother, born June 30, 1934 in Osceola, Missouri, departed this life May 8, 2005. She was preceded in death by parents, Cleo and Annabel Fox. She is survived by her devoted husband, Robert U. Christoffel, whom she married on June 7, 1958 in Brighton, Colorado; her four children: Frederick Byron Christoffel, Deborah Lea Doyle, Robert Jeffrey Christoffel, Brett Michael Christoffel; 12 grandchildren; brother, Carl; and sisters: Sharon, Leanne, Janice, and Kathy. Barbara enjoyed cruise ship travel, her time in Hawaii, and a group known as "The Boys" She collected Santa Clause figurines, clowns, and had a love of Southwest art. Barbara was a successful realtor and broker for 25 years, most recently with RE/MAX Advantage. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2005 at 10:00 a.m., Swan Law Cascade Chapel. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Care & Share Food Bank, 4875 Northpark Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80918.

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Published by The Gazette on May 10, 2005.

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Chris Avalos

May 28, 2005

Brett,



I didn't know your mother but I do know you. The fact that you are such a wonderful person is a testimonial to the kind of person your mother was. Mine and Doris' prayers go out to you and yours.



Jesus said, "Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust in me. There are many rooms in my Father's house; I would not tell you this if it were not true. I am going there to prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me so that you may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going."



God Bless



Chris & Doris Avalos

Gil & Nancy Good

May 16, 2005

Brett & Family,



You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss.

Brad & Donna Golden

May 16, 2005

You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob Sanregret

May 16, 2005

Brett,



Our prayers are out to you and your family.



Bob, Marti, Nicole and Andrew

Ralph Pastor

May 16, 2005

May Barbara soar with the angels. May we all rejoice in the love she shared with so many (12 grandchildren!). May God comfort your family. May we all count our blessings, every minute of every day. Peace to you all.

Cristi & Tyson Hufstedler

May 15, 2005

We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Only God can give you the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Sherri Higgins

May 13, 2005

May God continue to lay his comforting hand on you.

Lin & Sheri Benningfield

May 13, 2005

Brett and Family,

Our prayers are with you. Stay strong and may God bless you all.

Julie Hill

May 11, 2005

Bob and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers.



Julie, Bj and Brandon

Mike & Cindy Amirault

May 11, 2005

To Bob, Brett & family...you are in our thoughts & prayers. Sorry we were unable to be at the memorial service. I pray that God will give you peace & strength thru this difficult time.

Sharon & Harold Martin

May 11, 2005

Bob & Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.

Mary Bibler

May 10, 2005

To Bob, My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.



Mary R. Bibler, formerly of Shepard's McGraw-Hill

Victor Doyle & Family

May 10, 2005

To the Family of Barbara Jean, you have our deepest sympathy!

Janet and Victor Doyle

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