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Robert Shifflett Obituary

Mr. Robert Shifflett, age 78, a Colorado Springs resident since 1970, passed away at Memorial Hospital on January 12, 2007. Robert was born on June 18, 1928 in Sweetwater, Texas. He joined the Army in 1945. He proudly served his country for 25 years, retiring in 1970 as a Command Sergeant Major. He married Betty Schildmeyer on February 29, 1952 in Nurnberg, Germany, and together they shared 52 years of marriage. A loving husband, supportive father, and compassionate brother, he enjoyed each day of his life dedicating his himself to his family. He will be deeply missed by friends and family. Mr. Shifflett is survived by his son, Michael, daughter-in-law, Crickett, and grandson and granddaughter, Ken and Tiffany, of Newport News, Virginia. He also leaves four brothers, Floyd, Dan, Bill, and Benny; and two sisters, Ethelene and Peggy, all residing in Texas. Robert was preceded in death by his wife Betty, three years ago, and his parents. Private interment will be at the Imperial Cemetery, Pueblo, Colorado on January, 22nd with memorial services conducted in Sweetwater, Texas at 2 pm on February, 3, 2007. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Robert's memory to the Pikes Peak Hospice, 825 E. Pikes Peak Avenue, Suite 600, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903, where great care and compassion had been provided to his loving wife, Betty, in 2004.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 18, 2007.

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July 31, 2016

Dad, Life goes on, but you'll never be forgotten. Added to your legacy is your great-granddaughter. I love you.

Michael Shifflett

July 1, 2009

Dad, over two years have passed since I lost you, and not a day goes by that I don't give thought to your legacy. I know you're in a better place...but I sure do miss talking to you. Love you Dad. Your Son, Mike

Michael Shifflett

February 22, 2008

Dad, A year has passed since I lost you. It hasn't been easy, but the strength you gave me has served me well. You're always remembered, sorely missed, and eternally loved. Your Son, Mike

Michael Shifflett

February 16, 2007

Dad, It's been over a month since you went to join Mom. I can't tell you how much I miss you. You are my hero, and will forever be a mentor to me. Things will never be the same without you. I Love you.

David B. Shifflett

February 12, 2007

David B. Shifflett,Krisa Shifflett

DIANE WARNICK

January 29, 2007

UNCLE BOB,
I ONLY MET YOU THIS PAST THANKSGIVING AND YOU WERE A DELIGHT. YOU ARE WITH THE LORD NOW AND WE WILL MISS YOU BUT YOU ARE IN THE BEST HANDS. GOD BLESS YOU.

Tammy Seek

January 28, 2007

Uncle Bob, I wish I could have meet you, I can still remember the stories my grandpaw (Odis) use to tell me as a child about all of you kids growing up. I know as with all his brother and sisters he loved you and was very proud of you. My thoughts and prayers go out to all our family.
Love, Tammy Seek and Family.

Carolyn Easter

January 26, 2007

As our family members leave us here one by one we all experience the pain and loss. Michael, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I am reminded of the last Father's Day / Birthday gathering I attended in Sweetwater with Uncle Bob, Uncle Bill, and my Dad Floyd. Uncle Bob and I sat outside talking about family, about growing up, about Aunt Betty and Michael and how much he loved them. I would have loved to have known him better and shared more stories with him. I guess my favorite of them all is when he and his brothers were small and they picked cotton with Grandpa Shifflett. Extended family members, we so need to keep retelling the stories so that our loved one's memories last forever. Uncle Bob may be gone but he will never be forgotten. God be with you.

Donna Gilbert

January 25, 2007

Uncle Bob,
Thank you so much for all the wonderful times we had and the great stories you shared.
We miss you and love you very much.
Donna and Terrell Gilbert

Gail and David Justice

January 24, 2007

To the family and friends of Mr.Robert Shifflett, We pray that the Lord will comfort you during this time,When we loose a love one,the Lord gives us strength to carry on and let us remember all the precious memories that you share and knowing that no one can take those away, they will always remain close to your heart. This is a healing time and as each day goes by our prayer is that you all will draw closer to the Lord Jesus Christ for His return is very soon.

The Lord Bless you and keep you,

Gail and David Justice

Beau Ann Ashley Shifflett

January 24, 2007

Dear Uncle Bob,
We will miss you and your stories. We love you. Beau, Ann and Ashley

floyd shifflett

January 23, 2007

I am thakful for the time we had.When you was in Sweetwater Tx.We talked of our childhood days and other memory gone by thankful for the time with you.Floyd

Ethelene Shifflett

January 22, 2007

Dear Brother Robert,
I love you very much. You as all my other brothers are my hero's. I am so glad to have spent the time we shared together a few years ago. I know you are with Moma and Daddy now. And also reunited with your beloved Betty. I will miss our talks.

Your Baby Sister,
Ethelene

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