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George Chang Obituary

Major George C. W. Chang, USAF (Ret.), a resident of Colorado Springs since 1973 and formerly of Honolulu, Hawaii passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2011 at his home in Colorado Springs. He had retired after serving his country for nearly 30 years in the United States Air Force. He worked at both Peterson Air Force Base and at NORAD as a gifted Communications Officer. George Choy Wong Chang was born on December 29, 1934 in Honolulu to the late George Kong and Irene (Au) Chang. He was a 1952 graduate of St. Louis College and a graduate of Oklahoma University. He received his masters in Industrial Engineering from University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri. George married Clara Diaz Fernandez on December 13, 1958 in Madrid, Spain. Together they raised their family and served in many varied Air Force assignments. He enjoyed country western music and especially Glen Campbell vocals. He also loved the old Westerns and John Wayne movies. George was an avid fisherman, a tennis player, enjoyed travel, and was a lover of fine cuisine. He was a man of faith and integrity and was a member of Holy Apostles Catholic Church and the Military Officers Association of America. He was the rock of his family and was a man of his word. He will be dearly missed. He is survived by his loving wife: Clara; his children: Cindy (husband, Greg) Jenkins of Colorado Springs; Ruby (husband, Robb) Pritchard of Honolulu; George Luis (wife, Sonia) Chang of Madrid, Spain and Richard (wife, Maria) Chang of Peyton, Colorado. He is also survived by his brother: Elmer (wife, Lapurisima) Chang of Los Angeles, California; and two sisters: Dorinda (husband, James) Tom of Kona, Hawaii and Maggie (husband, Kent) Mitchell of Las Vegas, Nevada. Also surviving him are his eight wonderful grandchildren: Amanda, Daniel, Sean, Brian, Nicole, Rachel, Zachary, and Paul Christian. A visitation is planned for 5:00 - 7:00 pm on Thursday, April 7, at the Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful� Chapel. A Rosary Service will follow the visitation at 7:00 pm in the Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 8, 2011 at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 4925 N. Carefree Circle. Graveside Services with Air Force Honors will be held at 11:30 am on Monday, April 11, 2011 at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver. Staging area “B�. Memorials in Mr. Chang's name may be made to Holy Apostles Catholic Church or to a local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans. Blessed be his memory.

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Published by The Gazette on Apr. 6, 2011.

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Georgia Urey

April 15, 2011

George,
I am so sorry about your father. Please know you are all in my thoughts. Hug your mom for me. If either of you need anything call me.

Dawn Chang

April 8, 2011

There are many great people in the world. Some are famous, like Celine Dione, Mother Theresa, Einstein, Abe Lincoln, Dianna and other heroes. They are great because they have contributed so much for many lives to come. But it all comes down to greatness, not in being famous or being loved by so many; but for being great because your famly thinks you're great. And because the greatness is in the legacy that is left behind to continue for many generations. Such a man is a great man. And the difference between a good man and a great man - is proof in the legacy and what is left behind - in his children and their children and the qualities of greatness passed on for generations. Husband, father, brother, Uncle George, You were a great man, under all the subtlety! A hui ho, until we meet again, say hi to mom, mike, tai tai, grandpa, uncle butchie. Me Ke Aloha, Dondi

Lee Hillhouse

April 7, 2011

George, Jr., you have my deepest sympathies. I lost my father last year around this time, and I know how difficult it is. I'm thinking of you and your family.

Rick Murray

April 7, 2011

Clara, Cheryl and I(Rick) send our sincere sympathy to you and your family at this time of loss and grief. We only became acquainted with you and George through our small bleacher group at Holy Apostles Church on Saturday night Mass but enjoyed your company each week. Our prayers will be with you and your family over the next few days and coming weeks and months.....Rick and Cheryl

April 7, 2011

Gwen and I send to you and family our heartfelt sympathy in your loss. Our friendship of over 50 years will forever endure and we will truly miss him. Be comforted in that he loved and cherished his family more than anything.,,Denis Fu (Honolulu

Pilar and Jim Reaves

April 7, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. George was an outstanding and caring person. He will be greatly missed. May you all find peace and comfort in loving support in the days and years to come. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Clara, there is an angel in heaven watching over you.
Our heartfelt condolences to Clara and family.

Ken Tanaka

April 7, 2011

My heartfelt condolences to you Clara and yours...T remember George as a serious sholar with a sense of humor...I am sure he is enjoying his visit with all of our departed classmates and teachers in Heaven...May God keep you in His embrace during this trying time...Aloha nui loa, e me ke aloha pumehana....o ka Maluhia no me oe...

Gordon & Betty Lou Ontai

April 6, 2011

George - you will surely be missed. Betty Lou & I were looking forward to visiting you and Clara in the future since Betty's son lives in Denver. However, we are so glad that we were able meet your wonderful family, and will cherish the times we spent with you and Clara. Our heartfelt condolences to Clara and the rest of your family. Aloha and.... "A Hui Hou" (till we meet again).

Mary Wilburn

April 6, 2011

Be comforted, you who are saddened by his crossing. He will always be as near to you as you need him to be, as he is now with Christ, ever present, ever near.

Mary Wilburn, Carrollton, Georgia

Charles Jenkins

April 6, 2011

Sleep well, my brother, as the angels rejoice to bring you home. Clara, may God bless you ,your family and friends with His loving Grace to give you strength to endure and in remembrance of a life well lived. By God's Grace you will be together again in a Heavenly place.

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