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Robert Tretheway Obituary

Executive Director, Christmas Unlimited, past president US Table Tennis Association, born in Cairo, Egypt, raised in Kansas City, MO, and a longtime Colorado Springs resident.

Survived by his partner Rosie Kilpatrick, a daughter Beth Petit (Jay), three sons, Robert Parker III, Ben, and Michael (Dawn), two brothers, Kent (Kop) and Dana (Glenny) and 6 grandchildren.

Cremation has been requested. A memorial service is planned for the near future.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Aug. 17, 2017.

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Pam Elliott

August 12, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Bob we miss you all the time but know your hanging out with the Lord!!!

Pam Ellen Elliott

August 11, 2023

Robert...it has been another year..Teller County misses you we have not had Christmas Unlimited since you left. You had the biggest heart and compassion for all!!!

Alexsandra Rogers

January 27, 2021

Will never forget you and the positive impact you had on me as a child! You even helped me when I was all grown up.

Pam Elliott

August 11, 2020

Well Bob we have survived another year without you but I know how you would have handled this pandemic..you would have put all ahead of you without fear and helped anyone you could have ...thanks Bob

Laura McElhinney-Wilkinson

September 12, 2017

Thanks for being you! You surely will be missed.

Bob Leatherwood

September 5, 2017

What a great leader you have been, Bob. Your life made a big, positive difference in the lives of so many kids and adults in the sport of table tennis. A good, good man.

Travis Villella

August 29, 2017

Thanks for all you did for me. Growing up as a foster kid is really a difficult life. I know that you helped me become a man. You always inspired me and made me feel like I could take on the world despite my obstacles- You will always be remembered. I know you are in a better place and your life mattered to me and so many young children. I am so thankful for having you around during a crucial point in my life. I won't forget all the dinners together and the back yard work- seven falls or the award you gave me at that dinner. It all mattered. Love You Bob

Rosa, Angela and Becky

August 22, 2017

Rosie and Kent: Our thoughts and prayers are with you both during this difficult time. Bob will be missed immensely by those who knew and loved him. He always had a kind word for everyone. He helped countless children and families throughout Southern Colorado. RIP Bob.

Felice Liquori

August 18, 2017

Bob Rocky mountain kids are forever grateful for all you love and generosity and we will miss you. You have impacted our kids in so many ways. RIP my friend.

Evelyn Commisso

August 18, 2017

I have never met a more kinder generous enthusiastic person than Bob. You will be missed here, but I know you are at a better place.

Pam Elliott

August 18, 2017

Bob for so many years children in Teller County received Christmas presents due to your generosity and kind heart.You will be greatly missed! With much love, Teller County Department of Human Services

Rachel Eigsti

August 18, 2017

I cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for the children in Colorado Springs. You are a true inspiration and will be truly missed. Rest in peace our dear Bob. With love, Rachel Eigsti.

August 17, 2017

We Love You Bob, Sandie and all the guys

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