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Gordon Rick Obituary

Gordon Rick, a loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his Colorado Springs home on January 24, 2016, at the age of 56 after an 18 month battle with cancer.

He was a good man with a commitment to his family, and a passion for the outdoors both in sports and recreation. Gordon played football in the city leagues since the early 1980's and coached numerous adult and youth sports teams locally.

Gordon married Margie in 1982, and together they enjoyed the outdoors, their 4 children, grandchildren and loving pets.

Gordon is survived by his loving wife Margie, children Carmelita Carrillo, Nichole Ridenour, Gabriel Rick, and Jacqueline Gatlin, their spouses, and 13 grandchildren.

A public celebration of Gordon's life is scheduled for Saturday, January 30 starting at 2:00 pm at 125 E. Clubhouse Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906 Country Club of Colorado- at PineView.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family for expenses at gofundme.com/g3vzgrf8

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2016.

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Rita Perea

January 22, 2025

I only met you for a brief moment at the hospital when I was volunteering. I continue to stay in contact with your Dear wife Margie. May God always watch over her and your family. May you continue to RIP

February 3, 2016

So, so sorry to hear about the loss your family has endured. He was such a wonderful person. The whole family is in my prayers.
Love always, Trina Cappello-Rice

Pamela Dodson

February 3, 2016

Margie, so sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura BenAmots

February 3, 2016

Dearest Margie, I send you compassionate wishes for a peaceful time of healing, hoping that you all find comfort cradled in each other's love. Warmest Sympathy. Love Laura.

Patty Ryan

February 2, 2016

Margei, Carmen, Nikki, Gabe & Jacqui-This was such a shock to discover. There are no words to express my sorrow for all of you. He was a good and decent man and taken too soon. Know my thoughts and prayer are with you now, and the days ahead. I cannot begin to gauge your grief. LOVE and HUGS, ~Patty

Rev. Elena Romero

February 2, 2016

My heart and prayers are with all of you. You gave him the gift of being surrounded by those he loved as he released his spirit. My heart to yours Margie, Carmen, Jaquie, Gabe, and Niki.

January 30, 2016

Margie, I am so sorry for you and your family! He was way too young to be taken away from you guys. May he rest in peace!! You and your family are in my prayers

Rita Perea

Sara Grace

January 30, 2016

My thoughts are with your family. No words can express losing a loved one but my heart is with you all.

Carmelita Carrillo

January 30, 2016

Dad,
You were always an encouraging, strong and respectful man. You taught us to fight for what was right and to never give up. You were a great husband to Mom and a wonderful father to me and my brother & sisters. Thank you for all the great memories and for just being there whenever I needed you. This isn't goodbye Daddy, it's until I see you again. Thank you for always being one of my guardian angels on Earth & in Heaven.
Love,
Carmelita

Harry Herman

January 29, 2016

Gordy , we'll miss you our brother Bandit..rest in peace my friend.

Steve and Sheryl Kelly

January 29, 2016

Margie and Family - I wish we could be there. Please know we are there in spirit.

Marissa Martinez

January 28, 2016

You were like a 3rd dad to me as a kid. Rest in paradise.

January 28, 2016

We at Geoquest and MIBAR send our sincere
condolences for your loss. All our prayers go out to you. May he rest in peace.

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