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Samuel Colon Obituary

Samuel Vincent Colon, age 87, passed away September 16, 2011 in Colorado Springs. He was born December 29, 1923 to James and Helen (Schebak) Colon in Pueblo where he was raised and graduated from Central High School. While in High School, he won the State Typing competition. He resided in Colorado Springs for the past 60 years. Following graduating from High School, Sammy proudly served in the Army Air Corp. He played Saxophone in the Army Air Corp band and was a WWII veteran. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Kiwanis and VFW. He also enjoyed playing tennis and bowling. A gifted musician, Sammy was able to proficiently play the piano, saxophone, accordion, clarinet, and organ as well as several other instruments. He was perhaps best known for his playing at the Broadmoor's Penrose Room for more than 30 years. He also played at the Tavern and Lake Terrace. Outside of being a respected, professional musician, Sammy was the manager of the Florsheim Shoe Company store located in downtown Colorado Springs and later in the Citadel Mall. He is survived by his sons: Sam, Tom, Jim and Vince; his daughter, Jane Greer; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was just recently preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Helen (Greer) Colon, who passed away last month. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 22nd at the Shrine of Remembrance. A visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Imperial Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Pueblo. Memorial Contributions may be made in Sammy's memory to Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Colorado Springs.

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Published by The Gazette on Sep. 20, 2011.

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Mickie Ostermiller

September 26, 2011

Sam and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers death. In such a short space to loose both parents is a hard thing. I think of you often and my sympathies are with you. I agree totally with Kathy.Ryan is the image of your dad right down to the way he sits at the piano and holds his hands.

Kathy and Mike McCarty

September 22, 2011

Sam and siblings,
Ryan sure does look like your dad. He got the musical talent, too. From our house to all yours, we wish you well and peace through this transition in life. No amount of preparation ever makes it easy.

Margaret Potter

September 21, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

September 20, 2011

Our condolences to the Colon family.

Victor and Paula Buffetti

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