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Nellie Marshbanks Obituary

Nellie Ruth (Hopson) Marshbanks, 86 departed this life March 15, 2017.

Nellie is survived by children Kathy Parker, La Junta; Carl Marshbanks, Parker; Brenda (Rick) Atwell, Simla; Becky (Monty) Gaddy, Calhan; and Larry Marshbanks, Calhan, and their families.

Memorial services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, at the Calhan United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Simla Good Samaritan Society, PO Box 38, Simla, CO 80835 or the Calhan United Methodist Church, 583 Denver Street, Calhan, CO 80808.

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

Published by The Gazette on Mar. 21, 2017.

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March 27, 2017

She always knew how to put a smile on my face, i will cherish the memories I had with Nellie forever and ever. Praying that God wraps his arms around this family in their time of need.

Phyllis Breuning

March 25, 2017

So sorry to learn about Nellie's passing. She was a very sweet person and I always enjoyed our conversations. She will be missed.

Shirley Watts

March 24, 2017

May God wrap his loving arms of comfort & strength around the family. Wonderful cousin. Will be missed. Love to the family

March 22, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Nellie was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
Love you all.

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