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Gustavo Alvarado Obituary
Gus was passionate about the San Francisco Giants and started rooting for them at the age of five purely because their name also started with the letter "G." He was an avid reader, a lover of history and politics, and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family, to whom he was absolutely devoted. There was nothing more important to him, and nothing he was more proud of.
Gus was loved and will be deeply missed by his wife, Hilda, his two daughters, Lindsay and Lauren, his sister "Tica," and his two favorite pups in the world, Lacy and Archer. There are countless other family members and friends who will also miss Gus's smile, relentless charm, and ever-present sense of humor.
A celebration of Gus's life will be held Saturday, August 9th, 2014 at 2pm, at Swan Law Funeral Home, 501 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Gus's favorite charities: the Alzheimer's Association, the National Stuttering Association, and the Pikes Peak Humane Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Gustavo Alvarado
Antonieta Rendon
June 17, 2020
Nino, Miss you more than you can ever imagine....love you always, your lil sister, Tica
August 22, 2014
Dear Hilda, Lauren and Lindsay,
We are so sad to hear about Gus. He was such a wonderful man, husband and father. We have such fond memories of our weekends together at soccer games. His infectious smile, wit, and sincerity will live on in our thoughts always. Blessings to you.
Jan and Bruce Merriman
Connie De Naples
August 17, 2014
Dear Hilda,
Praying that God will grant you the strength to get through this difficult time. Our condolences to you, Lyndsay and Lauren.
Gustavito will always be remembered for his love of family, his merits, charm, and his great smile.
We are thinking of you and sending you our love and prayers. ??
August 16, 2014
We are heartbroken for the loss of such a wonderful man. Always a smile and something to laugh about. We love yo
u and the girls Hilda and are sending prayers your way.
John and Lori
August 13, 2014
Hilda, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls at this time. Now you all have another angel guiding you.
Love you all,
Chrissie and Family
(Maywood, NJ)
Jack Cook
August 12, 2014
Hilda, at a time like this, I am at a loss for words to express my condolences to someone who has lost a loved one. How to say it to bring comfort? How to say that everyone cares? How to say that we understand?
It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
I remember how much Gus loved his beloved Giants. I remember how we spoke of baseball whenever we had lunch in the cafeteria. But most of all I remember what a true gentle man he was. I'll remember him in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
With sympathy, Jack
August 11, 2014
My condolences to your family. May God strengthen and comfort you during this time.
Antonieta Alvarado Rendon
August 10, 2014
Nina, Lindsay and Lauren,
Nino was an amazing person whom we all learned from. He will forever be in our hearts and thoughts. He was my "hero." love you always and always, your sister/tia, Tica
Diane and Brian Brown
August 10, 2014
Hilda,
We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May our dear Lord comfort you all.
Al Alvarado
August 10, 2014
I have fond memories of our childhood. Gus was closest cousin I had as a young boy! Later, he served as Groomsman at my wedding. I love you Primo. My heart & soul feel for your family. A good man gone too soon.
Tony Alvarado
August 9, 2014
Hilda Lindsay and Lauren, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love your cousins Tony Lilly and little Tony
Cori McCoy
August 9, 2014
Words cannot express the sorrow and ache that I feel for your loss. Gus was an amazing and gentle soul. I'll always remember how much he adored my beautiful dog, Shadow. He smile was infectious and I know he will be missed by so many people. Please know that I am holding you in my heart at this difficult time. The service was just beautiful...songs were perfect.
Mary Wolcott
August 9, 2014
Hilda,Lindsay & Lauren,
My heart aches for all of you. Gus will be so missed by all. He was a great guy, who will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Mary Wolcott
Kathy Case
August 9, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Gus was a wonderful man and I shall miss his warm smile and welcoming presence. He truly adored his family and spoke of them with great love.
Kelly Medero
August 9, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Piry Diaz
August 9, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was so loved by many. Our love always, Tia Purita, Jorge, Piry, Daniel, Jackie and Alyson.
August 8, 2014
Hilda,Lindsay & Lauren,
We are praying for your strength during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies.
Love, your cousins,
Henry,Maryann, Nicholas,Jessica & Mia
Alonzo and Maureen DeBerry
August 8, 2014
My wife, Maureen and I, are truly sorry for your loss. I worked with Gus at MCI in the good days and he was a wonderful and gifted Business Analyst and Project Manager. I can remember his laugh and his sense of humor. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences. Al Hilda - Please feel a hug from me. Take good care, Maureen Connell
August 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families, may the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. God Bless you, Jose, Sandra and Jose Miguel Benavides
August 8, 2014
We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Jodi and Rafael Rivera
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