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LYLE DARNELL LEBERE
January 12, 1940 March 27, 2019
Lyle Darnell LeBere, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Lyle was a resident of Colorado Springs for 36 years. Lyle owned and managed The Paint Spot, a local independent paint and sundries business for contractors and retail customers, from 1996 to 2014.
Lyle was born on January 12, 1940 to Fred and Lila (Perry) LeBere in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan Canada. He was a phenomenal and renowned hockey player in his youth in Canada and was preparing to sign with the Chicago Blackhawks training camp when an industrial accident led to the amputation of his right arm at age 17. He continued playing in West Coast hockey leagues as a premier goalie for several years. He was quoted as saying, "My team's motto is, 'We always play short-handed.'
He is survived by his loving wife, Karen, his children: Lyle Jr., Marc, and Kent; his brothers, Dan (Valerie), Wayne (Connie), Del (Barbara), Lorne (Helen); and his grandchildren, Colin and Peyton. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Mooch. Lyle was known for his humor, his generosity, his loyalty to his friends and family, and his love of sports and athletics, particularly hockey. His absence leaves a hole in the hearts of many.
Following Lyle's wishes, there will be no funeral or Memorial services. Online Condolences: ShrineofRemembrance.com
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April 7, 2019
Sorry for your loss. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you remember a life well lived. Isaiah 57:15
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Marde Dawson
April 6, 2019
So sorry to hear about Lyle's death. We have such fond memories of him, not only as our neighbor (Snicker bars to our kids on Halloween), but also a continued relationship through the Paint Spot even after we moved. Our young boys were amazed to see Lyle tie his shoes with one hand and would sometimes lovingly pretend to be Lyle by pulling one arm inside their T-shirt sleeve. God bless your family and may your memories be a comfort to you as you grieve your loss. Love, Jim & Marde Dawson
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