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Glenn Chambon Obituary

Glenn Joseph Chambon, 83, died at home on Monday, August 22, 2011, in the presence of his wife and youngest daughter after a long illness. Glenn was born on February 13, 1928 in Colorado Springs. He grew up on the Westside and attended Buena Vista, West Junior High and Colorado Springs High School. He worked for his brother, Clarion at Chambon Sales Company (later named Surplus City) for 32 years. In 1980 he opened his own business, Glenn's Army Surplus, in Colorado Springs and retired in 1990. From 1990 to 2008 he owned and operated Chambon Wholesale. He was a successful businessman and was a mentor to many just starting out in the surplus business. He was baptized in 1949 and became a member of First Baptist Church. He was a godly, honorable man who was dedicated to his family, his country and his God. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Katherine B. Kitchen Chambon of Colorado Springs, his daughter Glynn Kay (Sid) Runyan, son Dennis Joseph (Robin) Chambon, of Colorado Springs and daughter Nancy Annette (David) Moulton of Coaldale, Colorado; grandchildren, Jennica (Russ) Jenkins of Rocklin, California, Brad Hein of Colorado Springs, Wendy (Colby) Foos of Calhan, Dennis Jr. (Rebecca) Chambon of Colorado Springs, Star Chambon and Jax Chambon of Colorado Springs and Jillian Brewer of Boulder; great-grandchildren, Kelsey Hemphill, Ty Foos, Beau Foos, Tegan Chambon, Fox Chambon, Aspen Chambon, Remy Chambon, Fionna Hein, Oksana Hein, and Teyla Jenkins; great-great grandchildren, Gemma and Orion Asher. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis William and Elizabeth Leota Norris Chambon, his son Barton Clark Chambon and his granddaughter Cindy Jo Chambon. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at Blunt Mortuary, 2229 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, August 25, 2011 at First Baptist Church, 317 E. Kiowa Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. On line condolences at www.bluntmortuary.org.

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 24, 2011.

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Theresa Melius

August 27, 2011

Nancy and family: Sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, I know you thought the world of him. May God bless his journey. Take care
Theresa Melius

Caren Smith

August 26, 2011

Nancy, our deepest sympathy to you and your family and to your mom. I know your dad will be truly missed by all he was a very special person.

Dave Creech

August 26, 2011

I just saw the obituary and am saddened by Glenn's passing. I am a day late so have missed the funeral because of my tardiness in seeing the announcement. As you know I worked at Chambon's from 1967 to 1970, directly under Glenn's leadership. I remember with so much joy Glenn, Chuck, Tweedy, Leonard, Liz, Clarion and Lou. Glenn helped me over the years with all he could. What a great man, who now is in heaven. God Bless you his family.
Dave Creech

Jo Anne Croff

August 25, 2011

Nancy, my sympathies to you and your family. I didn't know him personally, but your father was well respected in the community. May the Lord comfort you through the love and support of friends.

Michael Rogers

August 25, 2011

Sorry to hear about your loss. The Chambon Family is legendary on the westside. He was a very kind man...

Nancy Stice

August 24, 2011

Much like a child loves to hear "Great Job" from his father--I know that Glenn has already heard the words from God "Well done good and faithful servant." Glenn was such an encouragement to me. My memories of the times I got to work for he and Bardie at their store are memories I cherish. Bardie and Glenn have always shown their abundant love to others and they always made me feel like I was part of their family. My life has been forever blessed by Glenn. Your family is in my prayers and heart at this time. Love, Nancy Stice

Dvonne (LaNoue) Taylor

August 24, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Claire Brodeur

August 24, 2011

What a wonderful man and a wonderful life. Glenn will be truely missed by many. I am so thankful for the time that I got to spend with him while I was growing up, and so thankful for everything Glenn and Katherine did for my parents, and my family over the years. My heart goes out to all of the family. Just know that he is with the Lord now and there is no more suffering or pain. Also, know that there was a huge group of family and friends at the gate to welcome him into Heaven. I know my parents were part of that group. Keep all those wonderful memories close in your heart and cherish them always. May God hold all of you close at this time of great sorrow. He is always there for you! Love to all of you! Claire Blaylock Brodeur

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