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Usevio Surita Obituary

Usevio Surita Jr, 61, of Colorado Springs, CO passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013, at his home, after a courageous 10 year battle with cancer. Usevio Jr., was born February 25, 1952 in Hartford, Wisconsin, son of Usevio and Dolores Surita. He was married to Candace Howard on August 16, 1997 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Usevio was a 1970 graduate of Mayville High School in Mayville, WI, where he excelled in multiple sports, lettering in cross country, wrestling and track, receiving multiple awards, and setting school records in track and field. He was the Northern Little Ten Conference Wrestling Champion in 1970. He served in the U.S. Army from 1973-1976 and received an Honorable Discharge. He retired from QWest after 32 years of service. Survivors include his wife, Candace; children: Eric (Pam) Surita of Colo Spgs, Renee Surita of Ottawa Kansas, Laurie (Derrick) Rivera of Ottawa, Kansas; step-daughter, Jessie (Patrick) Talley of Denver; father, Usevio Surita Sr. of Mayville WI; 5 sisters: Alicia (Henry) Vera of Pleasanton, TX, Beatrice (Virgil) Frank of Savannah Tennessee, Yolanda Pillsbury (Gary Eilbes) of Mayville WI, Norma Surita (Steve Brillhart) of Tucson AZ, Irma Surita of Milwaukee WI; 3 brothers: Roberto Surita of Milwaukee WI, Antonio Surita of Mayville WI, David Surita of Mayville WI; 9 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Usevio, also known as "J.R." to his friends, enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, hiking, camping, gambling and working in his yard. He was an avid Broncos and Rockies fan. He was preceded in death by his mother in 1996. A celebration of life service will be held Thursday, May 9 at 1 pm at the Mountain View Mortuary, 2350 Montebello Square Drive, Colorado Springs. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rocky Mountain Cancer Center of Colorado Springs.

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Published by The Gazette from May 7 to May 8, 2013.

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Angela Sigala

May 14, 2013

Candy, I am so sorry for your loss. Take great care of yourself. JR is in my prayers. Angela

Alicia Vera

May 14, 2013

Rest in peace sweet brother of mine.
Until we meet again in the distance time.
Time and distance kept us apart,but you were always, there in my heart. Our broken hearts in time will heal but no one can or knows how we feel.
Memories are forever,so rest in peace, sweet brother of mine.

Jack Boulware

May 11, 2013

What little time I had working & enjoying JRs friendship & company while working with him at Qwest will be a lasting good memory for me. JR was always fun & a
great guy to be around. I am thankful I had the opportunity to know him.
Adios & vaya con Dios Mi Amigo.

Donald Gress

May 9, 2013

Candy, our thoughts and prayers go out to
you in this time of loss. Sorry I haven't kept in closer touch, as it't been many years. He will be missed.

In God's love, Don.

Hector

May 9, 2013

Mayate, You were an inspiration to everyone on how to stay strong and keep your dignity. Farewell mi amigo.

Bob Johns

May 9, 2013

Candace, our prayers go out for you and your family at this time of loss, may God bless all.

Flip Mcclean

May 8, 2013

Your at peace now..

Rena Emrick Don Cornella

May 8, 2013

Candace & Family - Our hearts & prayers are with you all. Peace to JR as yes he did fight the good fight! It was a pleasure knowing & working with him at Ma Bell & he will be remembered. Peace to all of you too as you work through this great loss but be comforted that he has no more pain!

Felipe Surita Jr

May 8, 2013

Jr,
God Bless you, may peace be with you

Steve Bailey

May 8, 2013

"I have never been good at writing in cards, but I don't want that to keep me from letting you know the deep sympathy I feel for you at this time."

Jason Szretter

May 8, 2013

Jr. I was an Honor to have known you my friend. Your tender heart and wonderful smile will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and Prayers go out to Candy and the rest of the family. Rest in Peace my friend.

Lonnie Surita-Dolby

May 8, 2013

Candy and the entire Surita family, my heart breaks with yours at the passing of JR. He was a loving man and always there for the family. I have fond memories of him during our family visits and vacations.

MaryJoRN

May 8, 2013

Usevio fought the good fight and was always so positive and upbeat. He will be missed. It was a privilege to know him and to be part of his care. My heartfelt sympathy.

Melody Tolentino

May 7, 2013

Eric, Renee & Laurie, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Melody

Patti Surita

May 7, 2013

To the Whole Surita Family: You have my deepest sympathy. Your strong family ties will see you through. You all have another guardian angel to watch over you.
God Bless!

Sandi Kelly

May 7, 2013

JR, I loved your kind soul and smile and was very fortunate to have known you. You will be missed. My heart and prayers go out to Candy and your family.

Joe Leonard Salazar

May 7, 2013

JR, you have run your race and have gone home. Rest in peace my friend. Thank you for being there for me; I will never forget you.

Your Amigo,

Barbara Miller

May 7, 2013

Candy and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you with JR's passing. I have many fond memories working with him. May all of the great memories keep him in our hearts forever. Celebrate his life!

Crisha Abeyta- Szretter

May 7, 2013

God bless you and your family... Jr.you will be greatly missed! it was always so nice to see your smiling face.

Mike Holborn

May 7, 2013

Tony and family, My sincerest sympathies on your Loss.

Jesse Serna

May 7, 2013

Candy & family - our deepest sympathy with JR's passing. He was a great friend for many years and we will miss him greatly. He'll forever be in our hearts. Jesse & Sheila Serna

May 7, 2013

Jr Breeze my good friend. May your days now be filled with Royal Flushes. RIP
Jim Kelly

Ken Freeman

May 7, 2013

JR, I'm sure you can see forever from where you are now bro

Ken Freeman

May 7, 2013

JR, I'm sure you can see forever from where your at now bro.

Ken Freeman

May 7, 2013

Jr, I'm sure you can see forever from where you are now bro.

Leslie Surita

May 7, 2013

RIP JR. You will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Khalid Eshai

May 7, 2013

May God grant him the best place in Paradise.

Tom and Gina winkel

May 6, 2013

Your in a better place RIP

Julian Surita

May 6, 2013

Junior,

God bless you and your family.
The Lord will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory.
ISAIAH 60:19

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