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Mabel Heller Obituary

Mabel A. Heller, age 91, a Colorado Springs residence since 1969, passed away September 17, 2012 at her home. Mabel was born June 1, 1921 in Ward County, North Dakota to George and Daisy (Lade) Hoelscher. She was one of ten children. Mabel married Russell L. Heller on August 9, 1972. She was employed by Penrose Hospital for over 25 years before retiring in 1988. She is survived by three sons Neil L., Edward E. (Lori J.) and Arthur R. (Phyllis) Butenschoen, daughter-in-law Marilyn Butenschoen and daughter Sheila Nelson, three sisters Marie, Anne and Betty, two brothers August and Ernest and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband Russell L., son Robert A. Butenschoen, two sisters Stella and Ella, and brothers George, Jr. and Albert. A visitation is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at Swan-Law Funeral Director's Cascade Chapel followed by the funeral service at 10:00 a.m. A reception will follow the service at Papa Joe's, 3003 N. El Paso Street. Private burial for family will take place on Monday, September 24. Memorial contributions can be made to Redeemer Lutheran School.

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Published by The Gazette on Sep. 20, 2012.

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October 7, 2012

We are so sorry for the loss of Mabel. We had the privilege of knowing her as she lived next to Cecilia Ross, Jim's mother. It was always special when she joined the Ross Holiday Celebrations. Such a delightful, steady person, with boundless energy. Mabel was a wonderful baker & gardner. Her pies were devoured and her garden was always amazing!!!

Jim, Claire, Christopher, Lindsey, Stacey, and Justin Ross

Paul and Jane Wise

September 25, 2012

We've known Mabel some 20 years and have truly enjoyed being in her company. She was a very pleasant and interesting lady who knew a lot of stuff. Ninety some years helps.

David & Valeri Kidwell

September 22, 2012

We knew Mabel through the Mike & Karen Ross family and had the opportunity to spend time with her on several Mexico trips and at family functions at their house and ours. She was always a joy to be around and will be dearly missed.

September 22, 2012

My condolences go out to the whole butenschoen family. I have known Mabel since the days the family lived in good thunder, minn. Could we all be so lucky to live a long and fulfilling life like she did.
Tom&Theresa Geistfeld
Prescott, Wis.

Dave Renpaul

September 22, 2012

Thankful to have known you.
Rest in Peace.

Stephanie & Hannah

September 21, 2012

Grandma/Great Grandma ~ Now you have the best seats in the house for your Broncos & Rockies. Hope they keep the Keystone cold for you up there! I'll miss our Saturday chats over the phone while I am cleanning house.
Love you!!!!

Toni Eckardt

September 20, 2012

Rest in peace Mabel! I always enjoyed visiting with Mabel and celebrating holidays and family events with her at Lori and Ed's house. What a sweet, fun loving lady-she will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mabel's whole family, Love from Toni Eckardt, Lori Butenschoen's sister

Bill and Anne Cleary

September 20, 2012

Sending our deepest condolences to all. Mabel was a wonderful woman and we enjoyed her visits to Ella so very much. Know that we will always keep her close in heart. I'm sure that she and Ella will get heaven all in order. Bill toasted her with a beer while on his business trip. Love to all. Bill and Anne Cleary

September 20, 2012

My condolences to all the people who knew and loved her. I have many memories. .Her oldest brother August,( Gus )

Stacy and Todd Weber

September 20, 2012

Our condolences to the Heller family, Sheila Ross and family. Todd and I have only known Mable a short time, but in that short time she became a person we always enjoyed being around. Our visits with Mable at Sheila's moms house were always enjoyable and always topped off with an ice cold keystone light .... good times, great memories! You will be missed Mable.

Dave & Sue Hunt

September 20, 2012

Aunt Mabel, made me laugh with joy from deep down in the gut, and that to me was such a special gift. I am going to miss her so much! Eddie, for sure we will have to have a beer to toast her life. DAVE

Sheri Butenschoen

September 19, 2012

Mabel was my mother-in-law you couldn't ask for anyone better even when she became by ex-mother-in-law she kept in touch I have some of the best memories of the time we spent together. She was outspoken, spunky, funny & had a giving heart.

Mabel had the best outlook on life of anyone I have known.

My ex sister-in-law Donna Butenschoen of Red Wing Mn feels the same as I do we were both very lucky to have had her in our lives. Our thoughts and prays go out to the family.

Ellen Bragg

September 19, 2012

Aunt Mabel was one spunky little gal whose "enjoy life no matter what cards you are dealt" attitude was an inspiration. One favorite memory was at lunch with her and my mom. Mom started in about how hard it was growing up in North Dakota during the depression and how she had enough of the "good old days" when she was a kid. Mabel looked at her and said, "oh, it wasn't that bad!" Her garden and baked goods were the best. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

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