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Peter Charles Herron Jr.

Peter Herron Obituary

August 5, 1956 - June 20, 2008. Peter Charles Herron Jr. passed unexpectedly into the arms of our Savior on June 20, 2008. He will be missed by his wife of 30 years, Patricia, sons, Michael (Shelley), PJ (Leigh Ann), daughter Katie (Geoff) Essman, grandchildren, Breven, Andrew, Madisyn, and Gabriel as well as his sisters Pat Tiknis, Peg Brouse, and brothers Bob and Jim. He was preceded in death by his parents Pete and Jan Herron. Pete was born is Syracuse, NY, August 5, 1956 and spent the majority of his life in Colorado Springs. He graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1974. He was a dedicated family man who worked as a carpenter primarily on military installations. Pete enjoyed the outdoors and sports and spent many years as a volunteer coach for youth football. As dedicated as he was to his wife and children he was even more so to being "Papa" to his four young grandchildren. We are sad for the years we will lose but will always cherish the time we had together. Service will be held at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church, Friday, June 27 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to The American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org).

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Published by The Gazette from Jun. 25 to Jun. 26, 2008.

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Carolyn Lawrence

July 7, 2008

Dear Patti, Mike, PJ, and Katie,
Our sympathy and prayers are with you. Pete was a good man, and we know how much he will be missed by all the family!
Love,
Cousins Carolyn and Dave, and Family

Elaine Kershner

July 6, 2008

Dear Patti and Family,

We were so sorry to hear of Pete's death. Though we didn't know him he must have been a very special guy. All of you are in our prayers each day.

Your cousin,

Elaine and family

Chris, Lori, Chandler & Aubrey Cole

July 1, 2008

Mike, PJ & Bob,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. We will continue to pray for you and your families.

Mary Jo McGilvray

June 30, 2008

Pete was my brother-in-law, married to my sister Patty, and although I have already signed the guest book I want to add a deep felt and sincere thank you to all who have given of themselves to help ease the pain for Patty. I know that Patty is forever grateful.

Bless all of you

Mary Jo

Ron and Ann Lopez

June 29, 2008

Herron Family,

We are deeply saddened by the death of Pete. He was a special man, coach, and mentor to our son Josh. He will be deeply missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God be with you during this most difficult time.

Sincerely,
Ron, Ann, and Jennifer Lopez

Donald McCann

June 29, 2008

Peg @ Pat Family

Pete was one of a kind that's why God called for him so early in life. I am sure God has a specail place for him to help out. In my way of putting things Pete was CADILLAC, he will always be in are memories and harts.

Barbara Elliott

June 27, 2008

You were a good guy I will miss you and I love you Mom Elliott

Mike Stallings

June 27, 2008

My condolences to Pete's family, Pete and I were high school buddy's. He was the #1 Bronco's fan. And I will miss him.

Most Sincere Regards

Mike Stallings
Sarasota Fl.

Joshua Lopez

June 26, 2008

I owe many of the lessons I have learned about life to Coach Pete. As players on Coach Pete’s park and recreational youth football team, he had a positive influence on my friends and me very early on. Later, he even volunteered to follow us onto high school by taking the job of freshman coach at Saint Mary’s. Recently, I had the pleasure of having Coach Pete step into my life once again. Life as a Cadet is sometime very monotonous and gloomy, but every once in a while I would have the opportunity to run into Coach Pete around campus, and he never once failed to brighten my day.

Carmen Franklin (Williams)

June 26, 2008

I did not know Pete except as a classmate. During my own current trials and a visit to the office of St. Mary's High School, I was informed by the office at St. Mary's of Pete's death. I felt compelled to let you know of the compassion, concern and care of those individuals at St. Mary's and of their informing me of a classmate's demise. I will be at the funeral tomorrow, .. just because. My regards and sympathy to each of you.

Dick & Cheryl Talbot

June 26, 2008

Dear Patti, Mike, PJ, and Katie,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you on Pete's untimely passing. Pete was a real good guy who enjoyed life to the fullest. Our thoughts and prayers are with Pete and each of you.
Love,
Uncle Dick & Cheryl

Matt McCombe

June 26, 2008

Pete was a classmate and football teammate of mine at St Mary's. He was a great ballplayer, a good friend and an All-American guy. My brother Mark and I send our condolences to Pete's family and friends.

Bob and Teresa Elliott

June 26, 2008

Time or space will not allow me to share so many fond memories of Pete. From my first Bronco game, fishing trips in Montana and all of our family gatherings. He will be greatly missed. We love you guys.

Bob, Teresa, Jeff, Logan and Michaela

Gary Morris

June 26, 2008

Although I did not know Peter I would like to extend my condolence to the family and especially to Peg & Pat who were my classmates at St. Mary's high school. I truly feel for your loss and pray that God may be your strength at this time.
Gary Morris SMHS (73)

Dan Santistevan, SMHS '74

June 26, 2008

Pete was always a gentleman and a scholar. He always gave 100 percent whether it was on the football field or engaged in conversation. His legacy lives on through his family and the memories of all his friends and colleagues. God bless his soul.

leslie vanzant montez

June 26, 2008

Pat, Peg and Pete's family--
Although it has has been years (73) since I last saw Pete, memories of him bring a smile. I hold you in my thoughts, and wish you strength during this tough time.

Paula McInaney SMHS '80

June 25, 2008

Coach Pete was instrumental in my boy's life at a time when he needed a Godly man as a role model. I have often times thought about how much impact Coach had on our family.

My son, now 20, has just entered the Navy and will be sad to hear this news. He will, however, be comforted to know that Coach is at home with Jesus and that he will see him again one day.

Paula McInaney

June 25, 2008

Coach Pete was instrumental in my boy's life at a time when he needed a Godly man as a role model. I have often times thought about how much impact Coach had on our family.

My son, now 20, has just entered the Navy and will be sad to hear this news. He will, however, be comforted to know that Coach is at home with Jesus and that he will see him again one day.

Gerald Eddy

June 25, 2008

Although I was a friend of Pete's younger brother Bob, i knew Pete and his family fairly well and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Shaun, Julie, Paige and Peyton Marsh

June 25, 2008

You have our deepest sympathies in your time of sorrow. Pete was always very kind to me. I admire Pete for the way that his grandchildren adored him.

Mary Jo McGilvray

June 25, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Herron Family during there loss.

The McGilvray Family

Kathy Elliott

June 25, 2008

PETE WILLL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US WE LOVED HIM WITH ALL OF OUR HEARTS.

Tony Merola (SM Class of 1968)

June 25, 2008

Although I never knew Peter, please accept my sincerest condolences to you at this time of loss. As Matt Walter says, "Once a Pirate, always a Pirate".

Robert Drew

June 25, 2008

To the Herron Family:
I didn't know Pete very well because he was an upper classmen at St. Mary's. You never let yourself get too close to a Junior on the Football team if you were just a Freshmen. I was in Bob Herron's class (graduated with him) and will keep Bob, Pete's wife, children, and grand children, and all the Herron's immediate family in my prayers. God's Blessings to you all.

Donna DeBonis

June 25, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. I recall Peter from High school. We was a very nice person and always kind to me.

Sharon Nordstrom (Van Alstyne)

June 25, 2008

My prayers are with you and your family in these sad times.

Sam McConnell

June 25, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mary Lou Floersch

June 25, 2008

Dear Patti & family,
We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear husband and father. He was a neat person and will be missed by all. We are glad to have known him.
Sincerely,
Paul & Mary Lou Floersch

June 25, 2008

Dear Patti & family,
We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear husband and father. He was a neat person and will be missed by all. We are glad to have known him.
Sincerely,
Paul & Mary Lou Floersch

Pat & Fran Marsh

June 25, 2008

Pete will be missed by all. Our sympathy for your loss.

Access Construction Company

June 25, 2008

Pete's friends at Access Construction Company in Palmer Lake send our deepest condolences.

Matt Walter

June 25, 2008

Dear Herron family,

Please accept the condolences of the St. Mary's High School Community. We are keeping Pete and you in our prayers.

Once a Pirate, always a Pirate.

Matt Walter
Director of Development and Alumni Relations

Sarah Ghiazza

June 25, 2008

Herron Family, I am so sad to hear about Pete. I think of you all often and I always will. He was an amazing man and I know he will be missed.

Ron Plush

June 25, 2008

Pat and Family,
I offer you my most sincere condolences and prayers at this sorrowful time in your lives. Pete is a good man and loving father. I will always remember him and how he used to pick on me and Bob. It's funny how you remember things like that. Take care and remember that God is watching over you all. Love and Prayers, Ron

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