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Michael Mudd Obituary

Michael Dean Mudd husband, father, brother to all died on February 23, 2016, at home in Colorado Springs due to complications from heart surgery. Mike was born in Colorado Springs June 1, 1949 to Tom and Lee Mudd. He is survived by his wife Pat Mudd, daughter Jennifer (Dennis) Howatson of Cheyenne WY, son Patrick (Mackenzie) Mudd of Dayton WY, brother Daniel (Chelly) Mudd of Buena Vista CO. Grandchildren, Mikayla Howatson, Taylor, Riley, and Parker Mudd. As well as nieces Erin and Kate Mudd, and his beloved dog Dakota.



Mike graduated from Palmer High School and went on to Adams State on a basketball scholarship where he received a bachelor's degree in Education. Mike occupations were teacher, coach and realtor. The love of Mike's life was Pat as testified by his 45year marriage. He was dedicated to his entire family and was extremely proud of his daughter Jennifer and son Patrick. He was a true friend to so many, but his love and dedication to his four grandchildren was his primary focus.

His passing has left a hole in the family fabric that can never be repaired. We love you Mike and our hearts are broken.

Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2030 W. Colorado Ave. at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday March 1st. Reception will take place at the B.P.O. Elks Lodge #309 3400 N. Nevada Ave. at 2:00p.m.

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Published by The Gazette on Feb. 28, 2016.

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John Trivelli

March 16, 2016

On behalf of members of the Elk Lodge 309, Colorado Springs, we send our deepest sympathy to the family of our Absent Member, Michael Mudd. An Elk is never forgotten and forever may light perpetual shine upon him, until the morning breaks and the shadows flee away. With much sadness, our brother will be missed and our hearts will feel the weight of the passing of his good and generous soul. May God bless and keep us all forevermore.

March 10, 2016

To Mike Mudd family, Mike went to High School with my brother James J. Martinez (he passed away 2005) but I know they were very good friends. So sorry for your loss.
Mary B. Martinez-Guzman

Clifford Buckley

March 8, 2016

My prayers are with the family. He was a great coach and teacher at St. Mary's.

Ross Buskard

March 6, 2016

He coached me in basketball on the JV and varsity at St Mary's. He had a profound effect on me and showed me what it took to succeed. He will be missed by all the young men who's lives he helped shape

Debbie Gilbert

March 3, 2016

I forgot to mention "brother" and "uncle" in my earlier post and I am so sorry. Danny, you, Chelly and your family are in my thoughts and prayers also. ❤❤❤

Jim Davey

March 2, 2016

Pat,

I am deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. I saw and spoke with the both of you last year and Mike was his fun and cheery self. I fondly recall my childhood memories visiting the Williams family on Adams Drive and Mike always showing up to share his humor and mischievousness. I will always consider him to be my 4th Williams cousin. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time.

John & Vicki Roberts

March 1, 2016

Pat and family,
We send our deepest sympathies.
We had a chance to have a little visit with Mike a couple of years ago. Mike always had a way of making others feel so comfortable around him. With no doubt, a man of compassion and integrity!!
We pray for peace and comfort for you at this time. God Bless!

Debbie Tinsley Gilbert

March 1, 2016

Pat, I have been praying for you and your family. May God wrap His loving arms around you, comfort you, and give you His peace. Mike was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, son, cousin, friend.....he will be missed terribly! I will always be grateful for the time we got to visit last year. It was wonderful to re-connect with you both, to remember good times, laugh, and reminisce. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you all❣

Jessie and Seth Lawyer

March 1, 2016

Pat and family, Seth and I are so sorry to hear of mikes passing, he was a wonderful man and always was so kind to us. We wish you all love and you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time in your life.

Gayla Pipkin

March 1, 2016

I am so so sorry for your loss. Mike was a wonderful human being and he touched many lives in such a positive way. He will be missed by all who knew him.

March 1, 2016

Pat we are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ron and Gayla Pipkin

March 1, 2016

Dear Pat, This is Jack your former neighbor on Monroe st. May God bring comfort and healing to you, Jennifer, Patrick and all the Mudd family. I ran into Mike about a year ago and was reminded of what a pleasant, caring gentleman he was. Having lost Cecilia in 2013 we spoke about how short our time is here. About how precious our loved ones are. It was an inspiring moment that left me feeling comforted and loved. Rest in peace my brother.

Love,
Jack and Nate Forrest

Patty Strauch

February 29, 2016

Deepest sympathy for your loss!!!! I am a Realtor as well, but the connection goes WAY back to Mike's Dad. He showed up at my grandpa's 75th birthday to "extinguish" the candles in an "official capacity". The whole family is special, Mike came from good genes & personified that tradition! RIP Mike & condolences to ALL family!

Jodi Bohenna

February 29, 2016

It has been years since I have been around the country club to see Mike but he was always such a joy. Always a smile and kind words for everyone. My deepest condolences to the family.

Rosalinda and Dean Chaney

February 29, 2016

Pat, our deepest condolences and prayers for you and your family in the loss of your beloved husband and a wonderful man.

Michael Bauer

February 29, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Mudd family. My thoughts are with you all at this time. I was glad I was able to meet Mike several times being friends with Patrick. He was a great guy and father.

February 29, 2016

Mike was always a great friend even though we didn't connect on a regular basis. He will be missed by many. We will remember him in our daily prayers. Tim and Jan Mayer

Dennis Ellison

February 29, 2016

Mike,

I haven't seen you since high school, but I know that your outstanding character must have only grown stronger throughout your lifetime.....it was just so pure and true. You always possessed such an outstanding sense of humor and unquenchable joy... all wrapped within a rock-solid integrity.

I look forward to seeing you and Schmidty, again, when I get there.

In the meantime, may God tenderly comfort and richly bless your family and all those who will miss you so dearly until they are also rejoined with you.

Your friend always,

gary and sue custer

February 28, 2016

Pat, so sorry to hear about Mike. We lost a friend and a good man.(also very funny)

February 28, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mudd family. Joe and Jackie Montoya

Steve Hart

February 28, 2016

Deepest sympathies to the Mudd Family Knew your father and worked with Dan for many years...Bless all of your family a pleasure and an Honor to know the Mudd Family.

Steve Hart

JJ Klikus

February 28, 2016

I was shocked and so sorry to read about Mike. I think of the many years we were acquainted with the Colorado Springs sports scene, what with officiating and playing. Great Guy, my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Clark-Cooper

February 27, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Pat.

Shannon Pratt

February 27, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with Jen and Patand the family. My heart is broken as I cannot be there during this time of grief. My love and spirit is surrounding all.

Mike Orwig

February 27, 2016

Deepest sympathies to the Mudd family. I have fond memories of playing baseball with and against the lanky lefty. It warms me to know Mike lived a wonderful life with family and friends.

Dave Carle

February 27, 2016

Pat, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mike will be missed, we had some great times in high school and college. He could always make me laugh.

Mary (Cunningham) Williams

February 27, 2016

With deepest sympathy. Keeping Pat, Jennifer, Patrick & all Mike's family & friends in my thoughts & prayers. He touched the hearts of all who knew him & will be deeply missed.

Angie Schinkel

February 27, 2016

You will be missed greatly, May you rest with the Lord. I was blessed to have known you. May peace be with the family thru these tough times

Barb Rocque

February 27, 2016

Our deepest sympathies. May God comfort you in your loss.

Barbara (Eckrich) Rocque and Bob Rocque

Ben Hart

February 27, 2016

To the entire Mudd family, my thoughts are with you all and I hope that you can use Mike's incredible sense of humor to help you through the upcoming days. He was one of those guys who you can simply describe as a nice man and you can be very proud of who he was and what he represented. I have known Mike for some 60 years and although we have not seen each other for quite some time, I just knew he had a presence in my life every day. I will miss him.

Take care of yourselves and please, keep that wry Mudd smile on your faces.

February 26, 2016

We're going to miss you coach. Rob Clagett

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