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Rachael Broome Obituary

June 15, 1920-December 2, 2007. Rachael Ann Broome is finally reunited with the love of her life George Broome Jr. and our wonderful loved ones who have left this planet to be with God in Heaven. She died peacefully on December 2, 2007. Rachael was the first Miss Mississippi to attend the Miss America contest. After her family moved to Colorado, Rachael continued her beauty queen role and became the first Miss Colorado State Fair! She married George in 1939 and joined the family photography business in Pueblo. Rachael is credited with many firsts in the film industry. The family firm was one of Pueblo's top employers. In addition Rachael invented the famous Hallmark Card Stores opening the prototype store in 1959 and owned Shewmaker's Camera Store in Colorado Springs. Rachael also trademarked the company logo and name "Sparkletone." She became a banker after the death of her husband. She is survived by her son's Richard (Billie) Broome and Dr. Jeff (Kelly) Broome and her sister Esther Lee Martin. Two sons, Corky and Robin Broome, preceded her in death. She has eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service to be held at Broadmoor Community Church on Friday, December 14th at 3:00 PM.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 13, 2007.

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