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Gary Street Obituary

Gary Dennis Street age 54, of Colorado Springs, passed away August 11, 2011 at Pikes Peak Hospice. Gary was born January 19, 1957 in Pasadena, California, to William R. and Nancy L. Street. His mother is deceased. Gary graduated from Palmer High School in 1975, and after serving in the Air Force for 4 years, attended Pikes Peak Community College preparing for his career in broadcasting. He began his radio career in 1980, at KYSN, which spanned more than 28 years, ending with radio station KRXP. During his career he received numerous awards, including being recognized by the Associated Press 15 times for his news work. He was also recognized for his community involvement in such areas as Special Olympics, Soap Box Derby, 7-11 Velodrome, PPIR and many others. The family was advised recently that Gary has earned the honor of induction into the Palmer High School/Colorado Springs High School Hall Of Fame. Induction ceremonies will take place in October with Gary's father, Bill Street, receiving the honors for Gary. Gary followed sports closely, especially NASCAR racing, Colorado College and Air Force Academy football programs. He authored one book, "A History of Colorado College Tiger Football." Gary is survived by William (Bill) Street (Father), Gary Lynn Street (Step-Mother) of Colorado Springs, Sandra Ross (Sister), John Ross (Brother-in-Law), Eric and Jonathan Ross (Nephews) of Longmont, Colorado, Jeremiah Marshall (Step-Brother), Logan Marshall (Step-Nephew) of Colorado Springs, Noelle Marshall (Sister-in-Law) and Joelle Stone (Step-Niece) of California, Stacy Rogers (Step-Sister), Brian Rogers (Brother-in-Law) of Wichita, Kansas, many friends and extended family. Gary was preceded in death by his beloved cats, Steve and Herm. A celebration of LIfe will be scheduled at a later date. Many of Gary's artwork and photographs will be available for friends to view at the Celebration of Life. Special thanks to the Pikes Peak Hospice- Penrose, Dr. B. Grabert and Dr. T. Lawson for the loving care given to our son and brother. Please, no flowers, however, monetary gifts in Gary's name may be made to the Pikes Peak Hospice and to the Jeanne Taylor Parkinson's Support Group of Colorado Springs.

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 23, 2011.

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Phil Nielsen

May 24, 2025

Gary was my cousin, we visited often when his family lived in southern California, then about once per year after their move to Colorado Springs. Gary was a lot of fun, I remember race car posters in his bedroom. We had fun times at Garden of the Gods and Flying W Ranch. We reconnected years later, still the kind and good-natured fellow.

Bill & Linda Arnett

September 4, 2011

To the family and friends of Gary I am sorry for your loss. Gary was a great person. I worked with him at Pikes Peak International Raceway when he was our announcer. He never had a cross word about anyone and he was a great person to work with. I and my wife met up with Gary again at the Parkinson's support group when my wife was told she had Parkinson's. Was great to see him again.

Kris Koenig/Kastler

August 27, 2011

To Gary's family: I am so sorry to hear this. I went to PPCC with him, worked with him at KYSN and at KILO. He's one of the sweetest people I've ever met. I'll always remember him talking about his cat Steve. My heart goes out to you, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

robbyn hart

August 26, 2011

To Gary's family,I went to school with Gary at PPCC and worked with him at KYSN and KCS. He was awesome! I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a gifted broadcaster and a sweet friend.His life was not long enough.

Richard Pfarrer

August 24, 2011

To Gary's family, we at the Colorado Parkinson Foundation extend our sincere sympathy to you for the loss of Gary. He leaves a great hole in our group where he was a quite behind the scenes person who made things happen. He was always kind, humble, and thoughtful. We miss him.

Gary hosting cilent auction for Parkinson's

Richard Pfarrer

August 24, 2011

Gary doing PSA for Parkinson's

Richard Pfarrer

August 24, 2011

allan jahnke

August 23, 2011

to the family of Gary,
I worked with Gary in the 1980's at KILO 94 in Colorado Springs. Gary was a true professional and I thought of him as a true friend. Gary will be missed by many,many people.
Rest in peace,
Allan Jahnke Littleton,Colorado

Stan Zeitlin

August 23, 2011

To Gary's family.I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. My wife June, sons, Drew and Keith, as well as myself, were very close to Gary for so many years. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. God Bless you all!

Mary Hyde

August 23, 2011

To the Family of Gary, My family bowled in the same league as Gary for many years, we enjoyed his laughter and love, we will miss him, Gods Blessings to you and your Family

Clara Meury

August 23, 2011

Bill, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. You and all your family are in my prayers at this difficult time, and you will again, especially be in my prayers in October, as you receive his great honor. Bill may the good Lord comfort you and hold you closely at this time. Clara Louise

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