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Marilee Thiel Obituary
Marilee married Jack Thiel on September 30, 1950 in Raton, New Mexico and had an amazing life together for nearly 66 years. They hold many wonderful memories of traveling and socializing with many of their treasured friends. She and Jack loved traveling annually to the Kewpie Fest in Branson, Missouri.
Marilee's mother had been a renowned doll maker so she grew up loving all her baby dolls and had a collection of many. One of her favorite doll collections was the whimsical Kewpies.
Marilee loved life, family and friends and lived a very active, social lifestyle making many life long friends along the way. She was a member of the Colorado Springs Antique Doll Club, Pikes Peak Model A Club, VMCCA, Pueblo Model A Ford Club, and Studebaker Club. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and participated in a women's Bible Study, which was precious to her.
Marilee had a million dollar smile for all those she encountered even in her last day with us. She will be missed by many who loved her.
She is survived by her four children: Michael J. Thiel (Carmen), David C. Thiel (Felicia), Karen Stokes (Steve) and Kristy Henning (Alan). Marilee cherished all of her nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held Friday September 2, 11am at First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO. Following the ceremony there will be a light lunch and fellowship for sharing memories.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to World Impact (Ministry), 2001 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007, WORLDIMPACT.ORG or First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
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August 31, 2016
You will be missed not only by members of the various car clubs, but by all members of the Pikes Peak Studebaker Club. I will miss you...trish price
Marion Link
August 26, 2016
I always looked forward to her smile and hug on Sundays, she truly was a beautiful lady inside and out, my prayers and thoughts are with Jack and her family. Sending love and hugs to all. There is another angel in heaven.
Rick & Kathy Collins
August 26, 2016
Jack and family, Marilee will be greatly missed. Kathy and I send you our prayers during this time of need and sorrow knowing she is with our heavenly farther.
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