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Nicholas Shifflet Obituary

July 30, 1979-December 10, 2008
Nicholas Jarrett Shifflet, 29, passed away December 10, 2008 at Memorial Hospital after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born July 30, 1979 in Pueblo, Colorado to Casey and Debora Shifflet. Nick graduated from Rampart High School in Colorado Springs where he lettered in football and track. Nick was employed as a resort property manager in Dillon, Colorado and was also a talented finish carpenter. His heart was in Summit County where snowboarding and camping became his love. He was generous and loved by his family and friends. Survived by Mother, Debora Shifflet, Phoenix AZ, Father and Step-mother Casey and Tracey Shifflet, Colorado Springs, Grandparents Glenn and Diane Grinstead, Pueblo and Margaret Shifflet of Colorado Springs, Sister Shenny (Marc) Vician, Saginaw TX, Brother Tyler and sister Isabella, Colorado Springs, nephew Aiden, Saginaw, Uncles Mark (Joyce) Grinstead Grand Junction Colorado and Scott (Laura) Grinstead Pueblo, Aunt Bonnie (GK) Malik and Fiancée Erika Maestas, Colorado Springs. Preceded in death by Grandfather Louis Shifflet. Memorial service will be held at Fellowship of the Rockies Church, 1625 S. 8th St., Colorado Springs at 2:00 P.M. with a time to celebrate Nick's life following. Donations can be made to Wells Fargo Bank C. Penchoff in care of Nick Shifflet donation account for later donations to several of his favorite charities.

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Published by The Gazette from Dec. 14 to Dec. 15, 2008.

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Jamie (Richardson) Vierk

April 8, 2009

I knew Nick when he was a little guy and I was married to someone who worked with Debbie and Casey at Alert Ambulance. I'm shocked and so very very sorry for your loss. I remember he was quite a wonderful little boy and it appears as though he grew into a wonderful man. My thoughts are with you.

Cheryl Gagon

March 6, 2009

Casey,
I am so sorry. I just ran across this obituary while researching Shifflets. I am your cousin Cheryl your Aunt Genevieve's daughter. My heart goes out to you. God Bless

Beth & Russell Johnson

January 5, 2009

The celebration of Nick's life was amazing. We are blessed for having known Nick and thank you for sharing Nick with us.
Our thoughts, prayers and love are extended to Nicks entire family.
Love,

Debbie Broderick

December 27, 2008

Debi, Casey, and Family..
My prayers are with you.
Nick will always be with you. He is standing with you now and proud of his family as you are so proud of him.

Roberta & Bradley Weldin

December 25, 2008

We are thinking of your family in your terrible loss but remember Nick is no longer fighting this HORRIBLE disease. His legacy will LIVESTRONG

Cindy Penchoff

December 23, 2008

I count it a privilege to have walked along side Nick as he fought the good fight. When I went to visit him, I always left feeling better than when I arrived. He always lifted my spirits. Nick continued to plan his future, never giving into the thought that it might not be there. Nick’s life was a life well lived! He taught me much and will always live in our hearts!

Casey Shifflet

December 20, 2008

My Sweet Boy, There is a great empty hole in my heart that can never be filled. I miss you so much and can scarcely think of anything but you. I'm so proud of you for many things but mostly for the fight you put up against this hideous thief. I am still blown away by your strength especially in the last 4 days of your battle. I only pray that God gives me even a fraction of your streangth to continue without you. Thank you Nick for being a great son I love always, Dad

Tim Heenan

December 18, 2008

The world has lost a generous person that will continue giving through those lives he has touched.

Hannah Mitchell

December 17, 2008

Your family has shown such amazing strength during this time... Nick touched so many lives. I will continue to remember you all in my prayers... for peace and comfort.

Grandma & Grandpa Johnson

December 17, 2008

Debi and Shenni,
Even though people getting tired of hearing that its God's will, and that it isn't fair, there are certain natural rules in this world that we have no control over. But in all, God's plan is continuing and time will heal the grief. Know that you are in our prayers and we are giving you hugs and kisses even though we're far away. Love, Grandma and Grandpa

Debi Shifflet

December 17, 2008

I am held...you are forever free!
Rest in Peace my precious son.
I will love you always, Mamoo

Gayle Curtis

December 16, 2008

Dear Shenny (& Marc) The great love that you felt for your beloved brother Nick was shown when you asked for prayers
for him from so many people, including all of us here in Cleveland,
Ohio related to you through your husband Marc. We all prayed for him, but now are extending our prayers to you and your family.
Nick will now be your and your family's 'guardian angel'. . . and
everytime you smile. . . he will be smiling through you helping
you to be strong as he would want you to be. God bless you
all 'always'. . in all ways. We will be keeping you and yours
in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Aunt Gayle & Roy (Vician/
Curtis) Grandma Pauline Vician, Aunt Bessie Mihal, David Vician
Cousins Gina & Wayne Childress, Gayle & David Telford &
Dave & Tara Vician and Guy Rini.

Diane & Ken Everett

December 16, 2008

Dear Debbie, Casey and Shenny,

We were saddened to hear of the loss of Nick. Our prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. We will always remember his wonderful smile and zest for life.

Ken and Diane Everett

Corinne Vician

December 16, 2008

Nick's laughter, smile and good looks will never leave our hearts or yours. He was a very special and talented MAN. With all our support and sympathy. Love Corinne and Mike

Dan & Lyn Vician

December 16, 2008

Shenny and family,

Nick fought the fight and lived each of those hard days with your constant support and love. Now he lives on in the memories of each person he touched. Our sincere condolences.

Ardelle Grima

December 16, 2008

You are all in my thoughts and prayers...

December 15, 2008

Nick - Even though I haven't seen you in >10 years I'll miss you. You remind me to hug my wife and kids a little tighter tonight. Goodbye

Andrea Groshong

December 15, 2008

To my cousins,
My heart goes out to you and yours at this time and in the days ahead. May your wonderful memories of Nick brighten this dark time and bring you comfort. I know I will never forget him and the memorable times I spent with him and the family at our reunions!

Phillip Ruminski

December 15, 2008

Casey & family;
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Jeanne Matott

December 15, 2008

To the Shifflet Family, Bonnie and Pokey;
My deepest symphathy to all of you. It is the end of the body's Old journey with pain; And the beginning of the soul's New journey.
Nothing can take away your memories and the love you have for Nick. Please know I am praying for everyone to find a peace in their hearts and a safe trip back to their home here on earth.
Jeanne Matott

Linda Duncan

December 15, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Arian

December 15, 2008

Casey & Family,
It was a pleasure getting to know Nick. I enjoyed seeing him smile! Especially when I would threaten to lick his eye ball! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Patrick, Megan, Avery & Amelia Reagan

December 15, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

The Baker Family--Eddie, Chelsia, and children

December 14, 2008

The bond between parent and child is greater than any other. Casey and Debbi, our thoughts and prayers are with you through this, the most trying time of your lives. Nick was amazing, there is no other word to describe him. His bright and positive outlook both before and during his battle affected our family in more ways then you all will ever know. Life is so precious. We are ALL better people having known Nick Shifflet. Our hearts go out to the entire Shifflet Family.

Elisa Later

December 14, 2008

With Much Sympathy to the ENTIRE FAMILY....You will remain in our thoughts and Prayers....What a great loss indeed!

Kim, RN

December 14, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Nicks passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Christina Schubert

December 14, 2008

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
The Schuberts

James Sothan

December 14, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

The Stoeckel/Crockett Family

December 14, 2008

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all in this difficult time.

The Zaugg family

December 14, 2008

Nick was a great man who will be missed each and every day. Our thoughs and prayers are with all of you.

Bonnie Malik

December 14, 2008

Our precious Nicky we will miss you more than words can say. You were such a special nephew and brought joy into our lives. Someday we will see you again and be together forever in God's perfect place.

I'm sorry that you and I never got to get into our furniture business. We would have made some beautiful things together.

Love you forever,
Aunt Bonnie and Uncle G.K.

debbie cardozo

December 14, 2008

To the Shifflet Family,
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Nick was a wonderful person who was loved by so many people. His legacy will live on in you and his siblings; God Bless you all.

Deb & Chelsea Cardozo

Kathy Simonton

December 14, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Doug and Kathy

Duane and Shirin Klug

December 14, 2008

Debbie, Casey, and Shenny,
Our hearts go out to all of you and your families at this most difficult time in your life! We were so blessed to have met and known Nick! He was a wonderful young man and he will truly be missed!! If there's anything we can do, please feel free to call, and please know that our love, thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you, today and always.
Love to you all,
Duane, Shirin, David, Jenny,
Greg, Christopher and Bryan

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