Lupton
Ronald Edward
Lupton
February 2, 1945
September 9, 2022

Ronald Edward Lupton passed away on September 9, 2022 at the age of 77. Ron was the third child born to Otis and Jessie Lupton of Portsmouth, VA. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Donna; his 3 children and their spouses, John (Tami), Matt (Leslie), and Mindi Story (Kelly); 8 grandchildren; Amanda, Bryan, Aaron, Jack, Luke, Grace, Jason, and Kylie, and 4 great-grandchildren. Ron graduated from Denver's Westminster High School and earned his undergraduate and master's degrees from Colorado State College in Greeley. Ron was a follower of Jesus Christ, and an extraordinarily talented fine artist, musician and writer, who spent his professional career as an acclaimed public school art teacher for District 11 in Colorado Springs, mostly at Irving Middle School. He was also a tremendous guitarist, master gem cutter, entertainer, film maker, storyteller, joke writer, and a phenomenal wordsmith. His passion for teaching art and his ability to inspire and encourage students of all skill levels made him a legend amongst generations of kids, who kept in touch with him decades after their time in his classes. Fittingly, he was named in several volumes of "Who's Who Among America's Teachers." Ron was also an epic prankster, delighting in startling family, friends, and recently, the unsuspecting staff at St. Francis Hospital. His steadfast love and purposeful care for his family and friends provided a blueprint for all in his circle to strive for the kind of love exemplified in Jesus. Ron's celebration of life will be September 24, 2022 at 11:00am, Rustic Hills Baptist Church, 1927 N. Murray Blvd, Colo Spgs, CO. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ron's name to the Mission effort of the above church.

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Published by The Gazette from Sep. 18 to Sep. 21, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Lupton

8 Entries

Robert. Teegardin

February 11, 2025

Mr. Lupton was my art teacher at Irving. He was a great teacher and he left a very lasting impression on my life. God bless his family I'm truly sorry for your loss.

Robert Loban

December 16, 2023

Ron and I were friends and brothers in Christ and former school teachers. We both loved drawing and painting. We enjoyed just talking. Looking forward to seeing him again.

October 12, 2022

I have such fond memories of Mr. Lupton. He was my real life Bob Ross! I still tell people he was the best art teacher ever! I'm so sorry for your loss.

Lynne Buzbee Mahan

October 7, 2022

My Dad, Al Buzbee, was also a D11 teacher and was friends with Ron. I inherited some of Ron's art work that he had given to Dad many years ago. I would love to restore it to his family in his memory. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience. My deepest sympathy on your loss.

Mitch and Jenn Mihalko

September 24, 2022

As friends of Ronald's son, John, we share in your family's grief today, offer a shoulder to cry upon, and an ear to listen. May the love of friends and family carry you through this time.

Eileen Rogers

September 23, 2022

Ron was a fellow teacher and friend while I was on staff at Irving over the turn of the last century. As we waited for parents to arrive during one spring's parent/teacher conference days, Ron sat at "my" table visiting and sketching. I asked if he would share one of his "works" with me. Ron grabbed another sheet of paper, did a quick tree scene and signed it as if a gift. It is framed and has a special place on the wall of my living room. What a guy! Wish we could share one more hug.

Chris Davis

September 18, 2022

Mr. Lupton was one of the superheroes of my childhood. It was like a superstar had come into the building when he would show up to Whittier Elementary, box of art supplies resting on his shoulder. They were some of my best grade school memories.

I remember seeing Disney's the Rescuers with my family and Aunt and Uncle (Jan and Bob Simpich) and we ran into the Luptons, lo and behold we were invited over to their house to watch home movies. It was like I'd been invited to visit a celebrity.

Thanks so much to him for all that he did for kids along the way - for an infectious sense of humor and a love of art. My thoughts and prayers for you all as you mourn your loss.

Cretee Nemmer

September 16, 2022

What a wonderful man! His talent and humor were unsurpassed. He will be greatly missed!
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