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Joan Hoth Obituary

Joan G. Hoth, 91, passed away March 5, 2014. She was born September 5, 1922 in Fredonia, Kansas to Harry and Gladys Galligan. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Elizabeth "Betty" Lee, twin sister Jane Hard, and brother Harry Galligan, Jr. She was also preceded in death by her eldest daughter Janie Hoth McKibbon of Littleton, Colorado. Joan, a longtime resident of Colorado Springs, attended North Junior, Colorado Springs High School, and Colorado College.

A devoted wife and mother, Joan is survived by her husband of almost 68 years, Harry Hoth, and daughters Joie (Burt) Stevens of Lone Tree, Colorado, Susie (Tom) Briggs and Patti Hoth (Jimmy Clark) of Colorado Springs.

Joan was a member of La Sertoma and bowled with their league for many years. Her hobbies included playing golf and fishing at the family's Mt. Massive cabin. Joan enjoyed music and dancing with her Harry. Joan and Harry loved Hawaii, spending winters at their home in Wailea, Maui. Avid Bronco fans and season ticket holders, Joan and Harry with family and friends, attended Bronco games for years including this past season. Joan was a member of Rock of Ages Lutheran Church.

Joan will be especially missed by her grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she adored. John and Becky McKibbon, Courtney, Riley and Sydney; Joni and John Doherty; Jamie and Dave Bullen, Liam, Kieren, and Jensen; Lynne and Ben Schmidt, Carson and Avery; Brad Stevens; Preston and Amanda Briggs, Davis; and Kellen and Katie Briggs loved and will dearly miss their "Tutu."

The family would like to thank Windy Mason, loving caregiver, companion, and friend for so many years and her special caregiver Rhoda Yates.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 11 at 12:30pm at Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel. A Celebration of Life luncheon reception will follow at the Olympian Plaza Reception and Event Center, 975 South Union Boulevard. Thomas Dawson director of music for The Commodores will be playing the piano for this event. Private entombment will be at the Shrine of Remembrance Main Chapel Mausoleum.

Joan was indirectly involved with many community events, charities and fund-raisers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

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Published by The Gazette from Mar. 9 to Mar. 10, 2014.

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March 3, 2025

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Bob Bornemannn

March 13, 2014

Patti and Jimmy--our thoughts and prayers are with you--what a great Lady

Rose Bauer

March 13, 2014

My condolence to the Hoth family, peace be with you. And thank you for being so wonderful to mom, Lucy Rodriguez.

Steve Fleming

March 12, 2014

Joan was always a kind and caring person with a wonderful sense of humor. I'm glad to have known her. Terri and I are thinking of you Harry.

March 11, 2014

We send our sincere sympathy to you Harry and your beloved family at this time. Joe and I remember all the good times we had at the barn dances on my parents ranch with both you and Joan for many years. She was truly a beautiful lady.
We send our prayers,
Joe and Mary Alice (Janitell) Scuderi

Curtis Kraushaar

March 11, 2014

Our most sincere condolences to the entire Hoth family from the Kraushaar family.

Sheri and Jim Metzger

March 10, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Joan was a wonderful lady, a loving mother and wife. I will always remember her sense of humor and laughter and because she had a smile for you whenever you saw her. Prayers for you, Joie, Susie, Patty and Harry.

March 10, 2014

I recall helping care for Joan's elderly mother, Gladys Galligan, in 1986. I had the pleasure of meeting Joan at this time and their love for one another was quite evident. She frequently took Gladys for visits to the Hoth home on weekends and holidays. Gladys always returned feeling refreshed and filled with sincere pride about Joan, Harry, and the other family members. In my opinion, Joan was a very kind, classy lady and her life reflected a Christian spirit. God bless and comfort Joan Hoth's family and friends for their loss. Deb P.

Anne and Paul Canto

March 10, 2014

Blessings to all the family in this time of loss....she was a fresh, happy, loving woman...dedicated to family and friends...she will be greatly missed by all..Love from our Ohana to yours...Aloha sweet Joan.

Bill Brummett

March 9, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mike Specer

March 9, 2014

No words can express how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Love,
Noble Spencer Jr, Mike Spencer, and Susan Spencer

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