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Rick Canfield Obituary

Rick A. Canfield, 51, was born October 29, 1957 in Pueblo, Colorado and passed away February 29, 2009 in Colorado Springs. Rick graduated in 1976 from South High School in Pueblo and attended Pueblo Junior College. Rick was a self-employed truck driver and mechanic for years and worked at T.R. Construction at the time of his death. He was an avid race car fan who enjoyed working on cars in his spare time. Rick is survived by his wife, Susie Christian; son, Taylor Canfield; daughters, Nicole, Karlee and Caitlyn Canfield; grandson, William Faulk; mother, Betty Canfield; sister, Tricia (Phill) Raimer; nephew, Wyatt and niece, Morgan Raimer. He is also survived by many in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold and grandparents, Norman and Rose Barnes. Rick was a loving and outgoing man who never met a stranger. He loved his family and friends and was very proud of his children. A memorial service will be held at Swan Law Cascade Chapel, on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 1:30 p.m.. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America, 10109 East 79th Street, Tulsa, OK 74133, in honor of his father.

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 4, 2009.

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Deanna Gillis

March 5, 2009

I was very saddened to hear the news of Rick. He always had a smile on his face and such a great attitude about life. I remember one day swinging by to see him just after he started hauling with his lowboy. Dave and I asked him what he was doing because he was looking at his trailer oddly. He said he was wondering where he lost his duals, we looked at the axel and sure enough they were missing. We all laughed and he said "I know the damn things were there when i left this morning".
He will be missed by so many! Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Jim, Joyce Carver

March 4, 2009

Our love and prayers are with Rick's family.
Betty and Trisha, we love you.

Joyce and Al Reithmaier

March 4, 2009

Even though we hadn't yet met Rick, we were sorry to hear of his passing. Through Mark, our son-in-law, we got to meet Suzie and her sisters. We send our condolences and hope that the family support will help through these difficult times. He will be missed. Love to you all.

Denise & Larry Montgomery

March 4, 2009

Rick was such a great person to know he was always so upbeat and happy and shared that with whomever he met. It was a pleasure to know such a wonderful person. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you all in this time of such pain.

Larramie Duncan

March 4, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.

Cody Zander

March 4, 2009

Rick was my best friend's dad. Even though I didn't ever get to meet Rick, it was like I knew him. I was so upset when I heard the news about Caitlyn's dad. It really sucks though because I felt like I was going to meet him sometime soon. Me and my mom are really sad and I hope that Caitlyn's family is doing fine.

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