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Gaetan Belleview Obituary
Surviving Gaetan Michel, are his mother, two older brothers, a twin sister, a niece, a nephew, and twin great nephews. He was 58 and was preceded in death by his father.
Michel was born to Dale and Becky Fredeen in 1957 in Ohio. As his father was an Air Force officer this meant the family lived in a variety of places from Minnesota, Okinawa, Florida, Alabama, Ohio, Michigan, Arizona, Alaska, and Colorado. Michel graduated from Mitchell High School in 1975 and attended Pikes Peak Community College.
As a young adult Gaetan Michel started working for Farmers Insurance in 1976. He then worked for Hewlett-Packard for six years. Gaetan Michel then left HP to pursue his lifelong dream to travel internationally. He relished his tour of Europe, meeting many people and experiencing their cultures with them. Gaetan Michel then resourcefully integrated his traveling interests with work by becoming a flight attendant for America West Airlines for four years. After the airline's bankruptcy, he returned to Colorado Springs to work again for Hewlett-Packard. During his 19 years and ten months cumulative years with HP he wore many hats – from sales project manager, international order processing, financial services center, accounts payable, and call center lead/CRC case resolution. Following his career at HP he worked for Current Inc. in CRC until 2015.
Friends of Gaetan Michel fondly describe him as generous, vivacious, gregarious, colorful, intuitive, and they dearly enjoyed being in his company.
Gaetan Michel imparted his zeal for life with people from all walks of life and so too had a vast array of talents: celebrating people, humor, music, fashion, traveling, gardening, collecting crystals, African drumming, and as a metaphysician. He had such awe for the world, all its wonders, colors, and inspirational light. He was a member of the CS Orchid Society. He volunteered at El Paso County Health Department and at Celebrations.
During his life Gaetan Michel consistently took time to be with people by generously sharing his compassion and supporting them whatever their needs. For Gaetan Michel, people came first. He shared from what he had; a smile, an encouraging word, a listening ear, monetary assistance, or even a place to live. Gaetan Michel's life's passion was to give Love and Light. He delighted in giving care, love, joy, laughter, and gifts.
A memorial service to celebrate Gaetan Michel's life and spirit is planned for Saturday, April 30th at 2:00 PM at St. Raphael's Episcopal Church at 802 Leta Drive in Security, Colorado. Reverend Dr. Christopher Johnson will be the celebrant. A gathering will follow for all to share memories of Gaetan Michel.
Regarding donations Gaetan Michel would wish that friends and family contribute to an organization that would benefit people.
Throughout his life Gaetan Michel willingly and generously gave of himself from his heart. For all of us who knew him it is this that we grieve. We miss his presence in our lives, for now he rests.
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Lorna
April 16, 2025
Still thinking of you as each year passes. I remember... I still hold you in my heart.
Ricky Joe Montoya the "Brat"
January 4, 2025
Michel, mi vida, my long search has ended tragically. My heart is broken I will never forget our fun times together you taught me more about myself than I ever knew. Something told me to run a search in the death notices, that's when I found your name where I never ever thought I would find you, I still have the gifts you gave me I cherish my memories. Oh Michel, I love and miss you, fly high my dear friend
Lorna
January 4, 2025
Almost 9 years since you left this world...I still hold a place in my heart and memories of you. Your laughter, the way you tilted your head back and let it burst forth... you scattered joy each time. What better tribute could there be for a soul that has walked on this earth than those who continue to remember and honor you. Until we meet again my friend...
Ricky Joe Montoya the "Brat"
January 3, 2025
Michel, mi vida, my long search has ended tragically. My heart is broken I will never forget our fun times together you taught me more about myself than I ever knew. Something told me to run a search in the death notices, that's when I found your name where I never ever thought I would find you, I still have the gifts you gave me I cherish my memories. Oh Michel, I love and miss you, fly high my dear friend
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Lorna
April 16, 2024
Gaetan is a soul that was too big for this world. Special in so many ways. We all have stories to remember and share of our times with him and when I remember him, it always comes with a smile and joy. He left us all that wonderful gift. Travel on dear friend, there are worlds to experience.
Lorna
April 16, 2021
So many memories of shared times together. I hold this in my heart dear friend. All my memories are filled with your wonderful laughter and generous spirit. I can still hear that laughter across the years...until we meet again, all my love dear one.
Lorna Corso (Leftwich)
April 16, 2020
Memories live on even after we have left our earthly home. I still hear your laughter...I still see your smile...I still remember our talks and adventures together...
Jo-Ann
February 12, 2020
I too was looking to connect with my old HP friend who I became friends with over the phone from the CO division to MA Sales Office.
I am so saddened that I was unable to tell you I found your name and HP phone number in an old rolodex. I wanted to laugh about your trip to MA one Thanksgiving and my Mom tried to fix you up with another guest. You fit right in with all the chaos of a large family. Then we went to HP's property on Cape Cod for more laughs.
Condolences to your family as I know they miss the joy, kindness and laughter you brought to any family....including mine.
Miss you my friend.
Jim Schreckengast
February 1, 2019
I am so sad to learn that Michel died. I was in the process of trying to find him to reconnect. We were laughing about the humor he brought to our team at HP.
RIP, Michel.
Sheri Lynn
May 2, 2016
Michel, The world lost a wonderful light when you left us. Someone gave me a quote that describes you, "Death is not extinguishing the flame, but putting out the light because the dawn has come." Will see you again.
May 2, 2016
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares.
~1 Peter 5:6, 7
Shirley Emerson
April 30, 2016
Love you and miss you so much. You are so dear to me. Thank you for being my friend. You have always been there for me and my family. Love you, love you, love you.
Penny Oberg
April 26, 2016
You were such a blessing. I love you my friend, I miss you dearly! Till we meet again...
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kim Solberg
April 25, 2016
Rip Michel you where a great HP friend always has a smile too Hmmm Like you where up to no good. Thank you for the friendship.
Wanda Ray
April 25, 2016
In memory of my lovely friend, Michel, who I fell out of touch with in recent years but remember with great joy. He was a gentle and brilliant soul who made others feel wonderful; he knew that everybody was somebody. That kind of love and grace and his kindness will never be forgotten. My sympathy to his family for his loss, may God soften your grief during this time.
Dawn Berhiet
April 25, 2016
I am so thankful that I was able to have you in my life. Such a caring loving man with a heart of gold. You were such a loving person and friend, You will be missed more then words can describe. Rest in Peace GM
Carolyn Hebert
April 23, 2016
He gave me the gift of true friendship
Velma Chardon
April 23, 2016
I miss you so much. Just the other day I picked up my phone to call you and then realized you're gone. You're a beautiful angel now in heaven. Thank you for allowing me to get to know you. Thank you Spirit for making our paths cross when I lived in CO.
Lou Anne Roby
April 23, 2016
I will miss you and your ideas. You have touched my world plus my soul. Thanks for great memories be at peace my friend be at peace much love
Kem Winternitz
April 23, 2016
We had so much fun over the years, you always made me laugh. Your smile will be missed, my friend.
Yvonne Stuart
April 23, 2016
Peace be with you, dear GM. This took me back to the 'good ole' days' at Hewlett Packard. People make the job and he was a part of why I loved working there so much back then. Always a smile, always a positive and flattering word. Even if I didn't want to, hearing him laugh always made me smile. You will be missed, my friend. God Bless.
Sue Rasmussen
April 23, 2016
GM was the most generous and loving person and fun to be around. Miss you terribly. Love & Light.
Pattie Bochniarz
April 23, 2016
I became friends with GM at Hewlett Packard for many years. He was such a gracious spirit and amazing person who selflessly gave of himself to others, and never left you without a hug and smile on your face. You will be missed my friend!
Dawn
April 23, 2016
Love and miss you, beautiful friend.
V S
April 23, 2016
My condolences to the Belleview family.Cherish your memories and find comfort in Gods word. "is near to those whose hearts are broken and crushed." Psalms 51:17
Lorna Corso (Leftwich)
April 22, 2016
Hearing of Michel's passing brought a flood of memories from long ago. Our paths diverged and we lost touch but from time to time a memory of shared time would bring a smile. He was kind beyond words, I loved his laugh and perspective on the world. His gift was joy and laughter when you saw none. We were good friends and I loved him dearly. I can still hear is laugh and see his smile...
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