OBITUARIES

Joseph Kaspar 1920-2020

Joseph (Joe) Kaspar was born June 18, 1920, and passed on Dec. 20, 2020. Joe was a loving son, father, brother and grandfather. He was born to Charles and Margaret Kaspar, one of six children. He loved nothing more than a beautiful song, a corny joke and spending time with the people he loved.

He was a proud soldier who served bravely in WWII, including 48 missions in his B-26 medium–sized bomber, supporting the ground troops fighting the Germans. He was awarded the French Medal of Honor for his outstanding service. He returned stateside and was married. His son, Robin, was his pride and joy and was at Joe’s side when he passed away.

Joe was happy as a resident of Leisure World in Mutual 8. He loved the music, square dancing, golf and all of the wonderful friendships he embraced. It was not an easy decision to leave Leisure World, but he wanted to be near his beloved son and grandson.

Joe spent his final years in the Rifle Colorado Veterans Home, where he sang and joked his way into the hearts of the employees and residents. He was visited often by family and friends and was loved by all who knew him. He is survived by son Robin, grandson Derek; his brother Jim and Jim’s wife, Peggy of Leisure World; brother Frank of Corona Del Mar; and too many nieces and nephews to count. We all know that heaven has gained a talented new singer, wonderful joke teller, and kind and loving new angel. We will all miss him and know that he is watching over all of us.

Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 19, at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Leisure World.

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In Memoriam

Alice Rudolph 83 Paul Bokor 89 Rachel Hernandez 82 Diane Hickman 70 Ike Ugochukwu 88 Sally Sands 74 John Cosley 72 Humberto Tovar Chavira 58 Jack Chacon 88 Tryphina Peterson 88 Janet Van Emon 93 Families assisted by McKenzie Mortuary, 961-9301 —Paid obituary