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Gilbert Tamayo Obituary

Gilbert Tamayo, 69, entered into eternal rest on August 31, 2013.

He is preceded in death by parents John and Ruby Tamayo and brother Sonny.

Gilbert is survived by his wife Stella; children Mike (Tammy) and Monique (David); 3 grandchildren Justin, Jeremy and Desiree; brother Bobby (Ruby); sister Linda; nephew Frank and nieces Tina and Juanita. He is also survived by numerous other relatives and friends.

Gilbert honorably served in the U.S. Army and retired from Colorado Springs Utilities.

Funeral Service will be held 10am Saturday, September 7, 2013 at Imperial Chapel with interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens.

Online condolences, www.imperialfunerals.com.

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Published by The Gazette on Sep. 4, 2013.

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Miss you dad!!!

Mona

November 7, 2013

John Montoya

September 11, 2013

Gilbert one of my best friends growing up in Fort Lupton. We hung out with Frank Gomez, Bobby Gomez, Fred Medina, Jimmy Salias, Rudy Vigil, and Jerry Boros. Rudy Vigil, Frank Gomez and now Gilbert. I heard that Gilbert had passed and I wanted to attend but we could not find information on his services. So sorry for your loss. The thing I remember most is Gilbert doing the Elvis thing and the favorite song was Kansas City. I just wish we would have stayed in touch. Great memories.

September 10, 2013

Stella sorry to hear of your loss-our prayers are with you & the family-Rome & MJ Biscaro

Class of 62 high school reunion

Raynel Quintana

September 8, 2013

Gilbert drums - "Sleepy & Wide-awakes"

Raynel Quintana

September 8, 2013

Gilbert -1962 Ft Lupton High Yearbook

Raynel Quintana

September 8, 2013

Raynel Quintana

September 8, 2013

Here's a photo from the 1962 Ft Lupton High yearbook. Gilbert is a Senior.

Stephanie Dionisio

September 7, 2013

I worked with Mr. Tamayo at home, and grew quite fond of Gilbert and Stella in the short time I knew them. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.

Bob and Pat Sherman

September 7, 2013

Our Sympathy to you, Stella and family. With wonderful memories of men's fellowship at Radiant Church and many get togethers! He will be missed, a great Christian friend! Bob and Pat Sherman

Vicki Ceretto

September 6, 2013

It was so sad to hear about Gilbert. He was quite a guy! We attended school together for many years and graduated together. He even attended a few of our class reunions--the latest one--the 50th last October! Thank you so much Stella for the extra push to get him there!! He was always very polite and a wonderful friend. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you Stella and also with your family. May God be with all of you during this time of sorrow.
Vicki (Brown) Ceretto - Fort Lupton

Cheryl Garcia

September 6, 2013

Gilbert was a very sweet,loving neighbor we ,will always remember his smile and he loved the Lord! Our sympathy to Stella and the family!
Patrick and Cheryl and Mickie and Cloe Garcia

September 6, 2013

Our sympathy to you Stella and family.. We will always remember his smile and kind words..May God meet your every need during this time.. Bill and Mary Vollrath (formerly of Radiant Church)

Gilbert and Wife (left) at 50th High School Reunion

Raynel Quintana

September 6, 2013

I attended Ft Lupton High with Gilbert. We had a 50's band called "Sleepy and the Wide-awakes". I had the opportunity to talk to him last year at our 50th High School Reunion. Great Guy.

Pamela Waite

September 6, 2013

I was saddened to see that Gilbert had passed away. I had the pleasure of sitting in front of Gilbert at CSU many years ago. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Linda Okazaki

September 6, 2013

Gilbert touched so many lives, not only here at Colorado Springs Utilities but all of his customers too. We will never forget you Gilbert. Love the team meetings; I always looked forward to hear your great stories. You were so upbeat and positive and always had words of encouragement. My prayers and thoughts are with the Tamayo family, my God comfort you, Gilbert will be truly missed.

Melodee Gordon

September 6, 2013

The angels in Heaven called for an angel from earth, this angel happened to be Gilbert. We may mourn the loss of our friend Gilbert, but the angels are rejoicing in his arrival. His kind soul and giving spirit touched many and he will never be forgotten.

Terri & Bryan Bowles

September 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike, Tammy and the entire Tamayo family. Bryan and I were fortunate to have met Gilbert in Las Vegas. R.I.P.

Dan LaChappelle

September 5, 2013

I have never met a finer person and true gentleman than Gilbert Tamayo. It was a great pleasure to work with him for many years with the Utilities company. He will be truly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him

September 5, 2013

Stella and family...Just got a call from Roseann letting us know about Gil. I'm in shock...so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and family...Love to all...Dianne and Manny Sisneros

Judy Taylor-Albaugh

September 5, 2013

I was sad to hear about the passing of Gilbert; such a good person. After 50 years, I am happy I got to see Gilbert and you at our 50th Class Reunion. The memories of Gilbert were always a great time with our friends growing up. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace and may God grant you the strength to live on the way Gilbert would have wanted you to live.

Barbara Martin Nadeau

September 5, 2013

I'm very great full that Mark and I were able to get to know you and spend time with you in Vegas when Mike and Tammy renewed their vows. RIP!

Gene Watada

September 5, 2013

Gilbert, so glad to see you at our 50th! Life took away a fine person! You will be missed by many friends and family. My deepest condolences to your family. Kathy and my thoughts are with you and your family.
Gene and Kathy Watada, Fort Lupton Colorado

September 5, 2013

What a terrible loss for all who knew Gilbert. Heaven has a new angel. Prayers to family and friends. Katy C
Colorado Springs

LeAnn Martinez

September 5, 2013

So many sweet memories of such a good man. My love and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. May you feel God's peace and comfort during your time of loss.

Barbara Berry

September 4, 2013

Gilbert was such a kind, gentle man who radiated happiness to all those around him. Blessings and prayers to his family.

Vickie Newkirk

September 4, 2013

It is so hard to put into words how many people's lives Gilbert touched and how much we will all miss him. He touched all who worked along side him at Colorado Springs Utilities and he touched the lives of the thousands of customers he helped over many years. We all looked to Gilbert as that positive and upbeat friend that he was. Rest in peace my friend, you will always be remembered with love and the greatest respect.

Kelly Abbott

September 4, 2013

Our world has lost a very sweet and gentle man. My thoughts and prayers to Gilbert's family.

Floyd & Marti Hernandez

September 4, 2013

Such beautiful, precious memories of our dear friend, Gilbert. Our thoughts & prayers for Stella and family.

Floyd & Marti Hernandez

September 4, 2013

Such beautiful, precious memories of our dear friend, Gilbert. Memories of laughter, bike rides, weekend trips, guitar playing, singing, and the list goes on... Our sincere thoughts & prayers for Stella and family!!! ?

Jeanette Romero

September 4, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Gilbert's family. I hope that the wonderful memories you all have of him will help carry you through these hard times. God will also be there to help you, lean on him. My heart breaks for you.

Fred DeHerrera

September 4, 2013

It was a great honor & Blessing to have worked, and played for CSU'S RET & B'DAY PARTIES. He left an indelible mark with us all...miss him already. Fred DeHerrera

Laura Murphy

September 4, 2013

Stella, Sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Laura Murphy and family

Phil and Theresa Hylton

September 4, 2013

Our love and prayers are with Gilbert's family.

Kat Bendure

September 4, 2013

A dear person and friend. It was an honor to work with you. The world has lost a true gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

September 4, 2013

Gilbert you always had a smile, and offered a kind word... and could rock-a-billy like no other. Well done friend, well done.

Michele Parker

September 4, 2013

I worked with Gil for many years at Utilities. He is a wonderful person. He was always caring, and was always willing to help someone else. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go to Stella and his family. Love, Lisa P

Louann GonzalesHupp

September 4, 2013

To all of Gilbert's family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We hope all of the special memories you have of Gilbert will help comfort you. Gilbert was a special person, very loving and giving, we will cherish our memories of him. Love, Aunt Dora, Aunt Inie, Becky, Debbie, Louann, Steve and families

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