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Michele Pitzer Obituary

Michele was a lifelong resident of Colorado Springs. She passed away suddenly at Penrose Hospital on August 18, 2014. She graduated from Rampart High School in 1986 as a member of the Dean's List.

She is survived by her sons, Austin Pitzer and his girlfriend Cassie of Lakewood, CO and Max JD Nielsen of Fort Collins, CO.

Michele is also survived by her parents Cindy and Roger Scott of Casa Grande, AZ, Jon and Linda Pitzer of Julesburg, CO, brothers Jae Pitzer of Memphis, TN, Jon Andrew Pitzer of Colorado Springs, CO, her best friend and cousin Lisa Stoddard Letterly of Colorado Springs, CO and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

A private family gathering was held in her memory.

Memorial contributions may be made in Michele's name to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Aug. 21, 2014.

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August 23, 2014

Cindy and Roger, so sorry for your families loss. I will forever be grateful for Shelly's friendship and for you two allowing me to live in your home with her while my family went through a tough time....so so sorry...Kelly "Maher" MacMullin

August 23, 2014

Roger and Cindy - so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Harry and Judy Clarke

Cindy Scott

August 22, 2014

My dear daughter how I will miss you. You have no more demons and are at peace and in no pain but it will leave a big hold in my heart and that of the rest of your family. I love you Shelly.

Bob & Sherry Dunn

August 22, 2014

Jon & Linda,
We are so sorry to hear about Shelly. Our hearts go out to you.

JJ Klikus

August 22, 2014

Jon and Linda, just so sorry to read of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

jon pitzer

August 21, 2014

oh my big sister, we will miss you dearly! the sufferings of this temporary life will no longer plague you. to be at home with the king of kings for eternity is the meaning of this life. no more tears, no more pain, we will see you soon!

August 21, 2014

I hadn't seen Shelley in a long time and was able to visit with her when I was last in Colorado Springs. She was so cheerful and positive despite her circumstances. I'm so glad I was able to spend some time with her. I'm sorry to hear of her passing. Karen Peterson (Susan's sister)

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