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Joseph Lemmons Obituary

Joseph Lemmons passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at the age of 72. He was born on October 9, 1942 in Springfield, Ohio and graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Pharmacy. Joe moved to Denver in 1971, marrying Mary (Knox) Lemmons in 1972. He worked as a pharmacist for St. Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs as the Director of Pharmacy and retired in 2008.

He will forever be remembered for his quick sense of humor, his love of sports (especially The Ohio State Buckeyes, Cincinnati Reds, and Cleveland Browns), and as a dedicated, loving father and husband.

Joe is survived by his wife, Mary; sons: Joseph, Timothy, Andrew, and Jeff; daughters: Erin and Carey as well as six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father; and two brothers: Bill and Bob Lemmons.

A Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 4925 North Carefree Circle, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80917 on Friday, November 21, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. A Rosary service will be said before Mass at 3:30 p.m.

In honor of his life, the family would appreciate donations made to Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care, 2550 Tenderfoot Hill St., Colorado Springs, CO 80906. Donations can also be made online at www.pikespeakhospice.org/about-pphpc/about-foundation/make-a-contribution.

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Published by The Gazette on Nov. 20, 2014.

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Mark Rossignol

December 2, 2014

Dear Mary - I just heard (from my parents) about the lose of your husband. I am truly sorry for your lost.
sincerely
Mark, Linda, Nicole & Chris Rossignol

Deanna (Juergens) Tehan

November 25, 2014

My deepest sympathy to all of Joe's family. Joe and I were high school classmates in Springfield, OH, and I'm so sorry to learn that he passed away. I appreciate the notice in our local paper. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

John and Ernestine

November 23, 2014

May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories you have created, may the love of family and friends enfold you for the weeks to come, my sincere condolences Jeremiah 31 : 3

November 22, 2014

To all of Joe's family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I always thought Joe was such a nice man. Sincerely Leslie (Skybox)

Kathie Kusy Walker

November 22, 2014

I worked at St Francis Hospital in the ICU & Coronary. I made thousands of trips to the pharmacy over almost 15 years. I always loved to see Joe! He was so laid back. God bless you all. He is dancing in Heaven.

November 21, 2014

Mary, I am so sorry for your loss, please let me know if there is anything I can do. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammie

November 21, 2014

Mary I am so sorry for your anguishing loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am working and so had to miss Joe's service. Lisa Trujillo

Gail Butler

November 21, 2014

Mary, I am so sorry to hear about Joe. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family. Your in my heart, thoughts and prayers.

November 21, 2014

We were very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and hearts. Mayer Family

November 21, 2014

Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Kris Kasper

November 20, 2014

So very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He will be missed by so many including me. Such a wonderful man & friend. Lindy Schirm

David Smart

November 20, 2014

Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Love

November 20, 2014

Tim,
So sorry for your loss. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Cinda

Ted Aguilar

November 20, 2014

Our condolences to the Lemmons on there loss, a fine man, husband and father who will be missed by all. May god bless you all. The Ted Aguilar Family.

Kathy Remley

November 20, 2014

Mary, My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

John Callahan

November 20, 2014

My constant friend for 48years.Everyone should be so blessed.Thanks for everything,Joe.

November 20, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mary and the family. Knowing that he no longer is in pain is a blessing. He is walking with Jesus. Love Joe and Laurie Anderson and boys

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