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Leo Meicher Obituary

Mike, age 80, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at Pikes Peak Hospice. He was born on January 12, 1929 in Pine Bluff, Wisconsin, the eldest of seven children, the son of the late Leo and Mary (Hauser) Meicher. In 1972, he moved from Wisconsin to Colorado Springs. He owned and operated Maizeland Texaco for 10 years and Vulcan Tools for 15 years. Mike was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus Council #582. Survivors include his wife, Eileen of 60 years, who was his high school sweetheart, his children Sandee Meicher, Deb King (Alan), and Wayne (Dawn) Meicher; grandsons, Matt and Tony King; sisters, Dolores (Tom) Karleski, Dot (Vince) McQuade; brothers, Gerald (Sharon), Paul (Pat), Ken (Geri); sister-in-law, Donna Meicher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his in-laws, Felix and Elizabeth Diederich, and his brother Roy Meicher. Visitation will be at Cappadona's, 1020 E. Fillmore, Colorado Springs, Thursday, February 12, 2009, from 5-8 p.m. A memorial mass will be held at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 4925 Carefree Circle, on Friday, February 13th at 11:00 a.m. His family would like to sincerely thank Pikes Peak Hospice for their loving care.

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Published by The Gazette on Feb. 11, 2009.

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March 10, 2009

Dear Eileen, and Family,
We have been friends approximately 40 years.

We have done so much together (hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling) and lots of partying that we will miss forever.

I was their Hair Stylist is how we met initially.

The memories of our 25th Wedding Anniversary will never be forgotten.

Nobody knows how much Mike meant to us.

With Our Love and Deepest Sympathy,
Dorothy and Ed Patton & Family
Co. Spgs., Co

Connie Doll Bickler

March 8, 2009

Dear Debbie, Eileen, Sandee & Wayne,
I just learned of Leo's passing this morning in an email from Debbie. I was instantly saddened by the news and know 1st hand how difficult it is to loose your beloved father. I called my mom and shared the sad news with her.
she also sends her sympathies and wanted you all to know we will look forward to attending Leo's memorial service in Wisconsin this summer.
Love and God Bless all of you!
Connie Doll Bickler

Michelle Johnson (Rose's daughter)

March 2, 2009

Eileen and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 2, 2009

Eileen and Family,
You had a great man in your life. He was a very generous man even asking if I wanted to try his egg salad sandwich just in the last couple of months. He was a good man. You take care of yourself.
Deb Dally

Amy Ross (Amann)

February 26, 2009

My Mom (Rose) told me of Mr. Meicher's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. God bless you.

Rose Oliphint

February 26, 2009

Dear Eileen, I will always remember Leo for his warm smile and the genuine way he (and you) have always made me and my children feel part of your family. I feel blessed for having the opportunity to know him.

Sally Watkins

February 19, 2009

Dear Aunt Eileen and family -
I am sorry for your loss. Uncle Mike will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Sally & Dan Watkins (Meicher)

February 19, 2009

Hi Eileen,

I remember that smile of Leo's. He always looked happy.

My deepest sympathy,

Elaine Busch

Mike Coughlin

February 16, 2009

Eileen, Sandee, Debbie and Wayne,
What a time we had and the memories we have of Mike as a Husband, Father, friend and boss. I will keep those memories with me forever as I know he is watching from a better place and has that thin smile that begs you to ask, "What are you thinking now". Mike, you will be missed it was a honor and a privilge to have worked for you and with you.

Mike and Denise Coughlin

Tammy and Jim Macdonald (Karleski)

February 15, 2009

Aunt Eileen and Family,

Uncle Mike will be missed by all. He is at peace and probably sharing stories with Grandma and Grandpa.
My love to you all.

Brent Meicher

February 14, 2009

Aunt Eileen and family

I know it's been a long time since I've seen you but when dad told me about what was going on with Uncle Mike, I was shocked but with his heart only being 15% it was for the best that God took him to reunite him with Grandpa and Grandma and Uncle Roy. I know he will be surely missed.

Herb & Mary Hafenrichter

February 13, 2009

Eileen, Sandee, Deb, Wayne, & Family,

Please know all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We feel your loss as much.

Mikey meant alot to both of us. Herb and Mikey talked almost every day on the phone about their "Sports." (Broncos, Avs, Nuggets, and Rocks (as Mikey called them). They were real Sports Buddies...

Mikey had such cute sayings we will always treasure.

To think if it hadn't been for Cripple Creek the four of us may not have met.

We have so many great memories of Mikey, that we will treasure FOREVER.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will Love and Miss You Always Mikey...

With Our Love & Deepest Sympathy,
XXXX OOOO

Ann Sanders

February 13, 2009

Eileen, Sandee, Deb and Wayne
I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I was at my folks one day this past summer and Mike had called so I got to talk to him for a little bit and I asked how you all were doing. I have so many fond memories of the times I spent at your home and the times I spent with Sandee and Deb. Mike was a kind man and always good to his family. He will be missed. May God Bless you all at this time.

Ann (Strand) Sanders

Amber Hauvermale

February 13, 2009

To my family,

It was deeply saddened to hear of Leo's passing and wish I could be out in Colorado with you. Know that I am thinking about each of you today and wishing for you to find peace and strength during this time of grieving.

Love
Amber

Cindy Annen

February 12, 2009

To my other mom. The Annen family will greatly miss our "Uncle Mike". I am glad my kids got to know him and enjoy his stories with their Grandpa Bear. I love you very much and miss you. We will see you soon. Chin up and our prayers are with you all.

Love, Cindy, Bear, Alice, Lissa, Aaron, Sydney and Peyton*

Jeff Meicher

February 12, 2009

Aunt Eileen and Family,
So sorry for your loss.I hope Uncle Mike and Dad aren't chasing down the cats that still have tails.With Love and prayers,
Jeff Meicher

Dawn Meicher

February 12, 2009

Pa, You were my father when I needed one, my friend and giver of the best hugs. I miss you daily, but you are now with me in spirit and I can take you fishing again. Ma, we are SO proud of how well you are doing and love you!!!

Dan & Dede (Karleski) Bucholtz

February 12, 2009

Aunt Eileen & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We were sorry to hear of Uncle Mike's passing. I'm sure grandma & grandpa & Uncle Roy are with him & they are all watching over you. God Bless

Kathy Prochaska

February 12, 2009

Eileen,
Please know that we are thinking of you and share in your sadness and loss of your husband, our Uncle Mike. May God watch over you and keep you safe. Love, Kathy Prochaska's Family (Gerry & Sharon's twin)

Patty (Meicher) Elwood

February 12, 2009

Uncle Mike will be missed! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Aunt Ilene!

Ken Meicher

February 11, 2009

Eileen, Sandee, Deddie& Alan, Wayne& Dawn,
Our hearts go out to you. We will miss Mike greatly! We are so glad we got to spend time with him. Hopefully Mike and Roy are playing cards with Mom and Dad. And in the "far future" Kenny will gone to beat them in solo!
Love and Sympathy,
Gerry and Ken

Denise Quave Graham

February 11, 2009

Aunt Eileen and Family,

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.. We will all miss Uncle Mike.. We looked forward to your visits every year.. He will forever live in our hearts and we'll forever cherish our memories. He was an incredible man and meant the world to us... God Bless!!

Jen Comeau

February 11, 2009

Deb (and Family),
Words cannot describe how much hurt you must feel at this time and how much I wish I could take part of it away. I know he was the rock of your family, your friend and most of all, your "Daddy". Though he had to leave you to go to a better place of peace, one day you will return to him as his little girl all over again. Stand proud because he raised a fine lady with a kind soul. In my heart, though miles away, I am with you today, right beside of you wiping away your tears.
When you and Alan came into our lives, you also came into our hearts. May peace be with you dear friend, today and always! ... And a big juicy Jack-Man kiss and hugs. (When I showed him his picture and told him what happened, he said "Tell Miss Debbie, don't cry, its ok, he's just with God now")

With Love, The Comeau's: Jen, Adam & Jack

Dan Karleski

February 11, 2009

Aunt Eileen and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know Uncle Mike is watching over us from heaven. Love Dan Karleski and family

Alan King

February 11, 2009

Eileen,
I share in your loss, and I will greatly miss "Leo" and wish you the best.
Love
Your Son-in-Law
Alan

Dolores & Tom Karleski

February 11, 2009

Eileen & Family,
Our love and sympathy to you all, and know we feel great sadness at this time..Mikes suffering is ended, may he rest in peace, and wish you all peace also. Love, Dolores & Tom

Eva Aragon

February 11, 2009

Dear Eileen & Family,
I am so sorry about your loss.
My sympathy, Love and Prayers are with you and your family.
Just this morning I was looking through LeeRoy's guest book, [it'll be 8 years on all souls day that he passed away], and I saw yours and Leo's name and said a little prayer for you. Love and Prayer, Eva Aragon

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