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Donicio Gomez Obituary

Don Gomez passed away on May 19, 2009 in San Diego, California. He was born in Rock Springs, Wyoming on December 14, 1951. Don was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Fred in 1994 and a sister, Valarie Jean in 1951. Don is survived by his wife, Pam Zabor-Gomez and his two sons, Donicio and Michael, his three grandchildren, Courtney, Noah, and Alexandria. He is also survived by his mother Josephine Baca, a brother Tom, (wife, Becky) and a sister Peggy (husband, Michael) along with three nieces, Valarie, Jovena and Jessica. He was a 1969 graduate from Harrison High. Don retired from Qwest after 30 years of service. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoyed golf, and was a fan of the Denver Broncos as well as the San Diego Chargers. He was his wife's "walking angel on earth." He was his mother's "pride and joy." He was his brother's "best friend". He was his sister's "hero". Don's zest for life and moxie personality will never be forgotten.

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 19, 2009.

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Harry J. Peace

July 19, 2009

Pam and all of Don's family! Just found out that Don had past away. Very sorry to hear that. He started working at Mountain Bell a month after I did in the same department. Through the years, we did a lot of thing together and remained friends after our retirements. He will be missed in a great way and I only hope that his passing was peaceful. Be free my friend you were loved.

June 30, 2009

Pam and family I heard of Don's passing today and was deeply saddened.Ilost contact with Don before he left Colorado and was always looking forward to the time when we would meet again so icould appriciate his great sense of humor and keen wit. I will miss you and you will be in my prayers. Lawrence Trujillo

June 25, 2009

Pam and Family,

We were very saddend to hear of Donnie's passing. Don will always be in our thoughts and prayers. I hope all is well with you,Pam. God be with you.

Joe and Gerri Ortega

Barb Miller

June 24, 2009

Pam and Family,

I worked with Don in Vail & Colorado Springs. He was always one of the bright spots in my day. May his spirit always SHINE to brighten our days. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rena Emrick

June 23, 2009

Pam & Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I was fortunate to know and work with Donnie at Qwest and I know that he will be missed by all.

Ruth Icenogle

June 21, 2009

My thoughts are with you during your time of grief. I went to Harrison High with Donnie and we kept in touch during the 70's. I have some great memories of our friendship. May your memories keep you strong.

June 20, 2009

Pam and family. So sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our memories are fond and we think of all the great times we shared.

Bob and Jo Johns, Pueblo, Colorado

Jesse Serna

June 20, 2009

Pam and family. I am very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Don at Qwest. He will be sadly missed.

Jesse Serna

Scotty & Peggy Glasgow

June 19, 2009

Pam & family, We send you our deepest sympathy. Scotty and I always met with the "Guys" from Quest for coffee. We became quite good friends with Don. He was an ingredible man. He was so excited about taking his wife to San Diego and enjoying the beautiful weather. We will miss him . Peggy and Scotty Glasgow.

Ed Aguilar

June 19, 2009

So sorry to hear about Don he was a good man.

Tom, Call me when you have time.

Ed Aguilar
720-205-6519

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