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Howie was born on December 14, 1948 in Barrier, Kentucky. In 1952, he moved with his family to Colorado Springs. He graduated from Palmer High School in 1966. He went on to serve in the Air Force as a jet mechanic for 4 years and was mostly stationed at Hahn Air Force Base in Germany. He married Holly Wright on June 5, 1976. Howie worked for the City of Colorado Springs for 30 years, first at the Martin Drake power plant, then at the Ray Nixon power plant as part of its original start up crew.
Howie had a life-long enjoyment of bowling, a hobby that he shared with his wife and children. He enjoyed helping Kevin and Chris through Boy Scouts and the many activities and camping trips that Scouting entailed. As a former Cubmaster of Pack 147 and Scoutmaster of Troop 247, Howie was a strong role model for many young men. He loved watching Kelly participate in her sporting events, which included gymnastics, diving, and competitive trampoline. Howie and his family shared a passion for watching and participating in the sport of auto racing. As his children grew, so did their love of racing, and Howie helped them with many automotive projects, from go-carts to stock cars, and could often be found cheering them on at the track. He had a talent for woodworking and enjoyed making things for his grandkids. Howie was a loving, accepting, and supportive father who remained very involved in the lives of his children as they grew into adulthood and had children of their own. He delighted in playing with his grandkids, who all loved to visit their "Papa."
Visitation will take place Monday, October 13, 2014 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., at Swan-Law Funeral Director's, 501 N. Cascade Ave. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at Swan-Law Funeral Director's; with a reception to follow at Valley Hi, 610 S. Chelton Road. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Howie's life.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages you to make a donation to the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank the staff at Cheyenne Mountain Care center for their care and compassion.
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A Colorado Columbine for a good old Colorado boy! Howie.
Timothy Carpenter
November 1, 2014
Howie was an expert at dropping watermelons from atop the Walter Drake power plant smokestack, long before they outlawed this practice, and he was always a gentleman. After he retired he would drop Holly off at work, front door service. God keep you Holly and your children, forever in all your memories of him. Keep on keeping on! With Love, Tim and Linda Carpenter
Jerry Rigney
October 29, 2014
Thanks for always being there. Rest in peace my brother.
October 17, 2014
Our prayers are with your family. Many Boy Scout memories.....
Ernesto,Dorothy,Daniel and Gilbert Gonzalez
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Zack Webb
October 14, 2014
My prayers go out to the Rigney Family . I am a friend and co-worker with Chris and I've heard a lot of good things about this man. May he rest in paradise with plenty of peace .
Gary & Tonja Gross
October 13, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss, Holly and family. Howie was a wonderful man. He will be truly missed. Sending our love to you all.
October 13, 2014
my prayers go out to the family,
Chaun Pugliese
October 13, 2014
I remember meeting Howie on a few occasions when he would come into work with his beautiful granddaughter Lena intow visiting his lovely wife Holly. I remember meeting a fun and full of life person who was always smiling. His laughter and love will be greatly missed! Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are sent to comfort and hold you all during your time of need, with heartfelt sincerity,
Chaun and family
S P O O N S!!!
Miah Dornbrack
October 13, 2014
The world is a darker place now that you are gone. Thanks for sharing your light with me over the years. I love and miss you.
sherrie Nordstrom
October 13, 2014
my thoughts and prayers to the family.
DAWNE LINDE
October 13, 2014
Howie, RIP kind, sweet, gentle man. Your impact on your those who knew and loved you is a positive one. May you all live with the peace that you now have a guardian angel looking over you. You will be missed.
TinaSue Friel
October 12, 2014
I grew up with the Rigney's. We went bowling, camping, hunting and BBQing together on a regular basis. Some of my fondest memories was playing baseball up at Eleven Mile Canyon. Howie will always be remember by me as a wonderful, funny, and caring man. I am so glad my husband and children got to meet such an important influence of my childhood. Rest in peace Howie and all my thoughts and prayers go out to Holly, Kevin, Christopher, Kelly and Jerry and all the rest of the Rigney family.
Pete Page
October 12, 2014
We will miss him so very much! Thanks, Howie for being a great big part of my life. R.I.P.
Brenda Kuhn
October 12, 2014
Howie was an amazing man. He was a blast to be around during racing and his love of his children and wife was seen by anyone blessed to have met him. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
Kelly Offutt
October 12, 2014
Howie and Holly will always hold a special place in my heart! They were there for my husband, father-in-law, and brother-in-law, on a night none of us will ever forget! They gave their time and support so selflessly and never waivered! God Bless you Howie, I hope you are at peace! And to Holly, Chris, Kevin, and Kelly, my prayers to you all, may the lord help guide you through this difficult time, and give you peace in your hearts!
DeeAnn Folkers
October 12, 2014
Howie you were just like my dad and I was always greatful for that. We had fun playing softball and going camping. We coached Chris and Jason in baseball. Those were the days now their all growen up and kids of their own. Howie your going to be missed say Hi to everyone for me. Holly my thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids love ya Dee
Lesa Ottersberg
October 11, 2014
I met Howie a few times whenever he brought Lena to visit Grandma at work. He was a very awesome person. I know he will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are for Holly, the kids, and grandkids!
Linda "Lenny" Walton
October 9, 2014
I grew up with the Rigney boys, Ray and Harold. We lived next door to my grandmothers house and they moved into an apartment in back with their parents. My mother watched them when their mother got very sick with a lung problem. So from then on, our parents played cards the boys played basket ball or we'd play hide and seek or make mud pies. Then when they got oldet they joined in playing cards. Now our parents are gone and it's time for us to carry on. Ray you will be truly mlssed.
Debbie Cronk
October 9, 2014
Howie was a great person. When we joined his family, he became one of my Uncles and when part of the family divorced I always felt welcome when I went to events. Howie was always that Jolly, kind person. My thoughts and prayers are with Holly and the kids.
Dan & Ruth Odell
October 8, 2014
Howie was a good neighbor and loved his family. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Holly and their children and grandchildren.
linda vette
October 8, 2014
Howie was a one of a kind person- he was a great dad friend and grandpa- thank you Howie for loving my grand-kids and I and they will miss you. RIP know you were a great presence we love dearly.
Kelly Vichos
October 8, 2014
Howie was awesome I got to meet him a few times and he was just a very sweet Guy! God Bless him and his family. I know he will be missed!My Prayers and Thoughts!
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