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Barry Callison Obituary

Barry Lynn Callison was born October 12, 1948 in Springfield, OH and passed away March 13, 2012 in Colorado Springs, CO. He was a 28 year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served two tours in Vietnam. He worked on the Stealth Fighter aircraft. He married Alice Lauria May 18, 1987. Barry loved to ride motorcycles and drive his tractor. He also loved his dogs; Little Guy and Zuni. Barry is survived by his wife Alice, daughters Shela Rocha and Kim, mother Pauline Callison, sisters Stephanie (Bob) Lopez, Melanie (Jeff) Dillow, Tina (David) Crosby, and Collette DeLeon. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00PM, Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barry's memory can be made to: Dream Power Ranch, 11386 E. Smith Road, Elbert, CO 80106

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 18, 2012.

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Jo Ann Tahara

May 30, 2012

Dearest Alice, Shela and Callison family: Please accept our sincerest condolences. I am so glad I got to visit w/you in Colorado Springs. Barry was the best husband, dad, grandfather, friend and will be missed. Please call me (916) 233-9412! All our Love, JT and Donnie

Steve and Krisanne Eagleberger

April 8, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of Barry's passing. We offer our deepest condolences to Alice and the entire family.

Russ Weeks

April 5, 2012

My deepest sympathy to your family for your loss. Barry was a wonderful father, husband and veteran.

The Petris Family

March 28, 2012

We honor the memory of Barry and mourn your loss. Our hearts go out to our dear friends and neighbors the Callison Family. We love all of you.

Darlene Incando- Rose Hills Funeral Arranger

March 23, 2012

Please accept my sincere condolences and gratitude for allowing me to assist your family during this difficult time

Ron DeCoursey

March 21, 2012

To The Callison Family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. May God grant you peace during your time of sorrow. Fellow Senior NCO and Co-Worker. Rest In Peace

Ron DeCoursey

Chaplain Richard Reuer

March 20, 2012

I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. "Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry" -Chaplain Richard Reuer, 1206 6th St. SW, Minot, ND 58701

Rachel Crane

March 19, 2012

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

By Lamaretta Simmons

Ian Carah

March 18, 2012

A grateful nation mourns its loss. Rest in peace, Sir.

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