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for Donald Ligrani
Brent Britton
August 25, 2008
Little Mike and Karen,
Your father changed many lives and mine being one, he will always be remembered with a toughness, encompassing laugh, and a love for family, football, and friends. Coach was one of a kind! He brought out the best in us, and when we beat GJHS in football in 1978, the first time in many, years Fruita did this, he had a joy in his heart only a few of us saw. I'm going to miss your dad very much.
steven martinez
August 19, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
LINDA Hobbs-Feuerborn
August 12, 2008
Coach Ligrani was one of my favorite teachers. He will be missed! He was a good man, a caring man. I am so glad to have known him.
Brian Reicks
August 10, 2008
To Bess and family - I am saddened to hear of Don's passing. I also am one of the many who was fortunate enough to have both played for him and counted him as a friend.
Elizabeth (Fetter) Harris
August 6, 2008
Dear Karen and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad.
I have many fond memories of him as my Psych teacher senior year and of what a great coach he was. It was so fun to get reaquainted with him at the ball park when our boys were playing little league, he really added to the enjoyment of the games for me! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Katie & John Rose
August 5, 2008
Dear Karen & Family,
We are so saddened to hear of your father's passing. Our sincere symphathy and thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you and are thinking of you at this very difficult time.
Tim Cash
August 4, 2008
I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss. I shall inform my dad of this sorrowful news.
God Bless
Jo Kelly
August 4, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about your sudden loss. John and I enjoyed talking with Don during the Grand Junction High School baseball games and have fond memories from Monument Little League. Chris thought he was such a cool guy. Hang in there Stephanie, it's been a sad time lately. Our prayers are with you and your family.
John, Jo, Chris, and Jenny Kelly
Kenneth & Lucille Bentley
August 4, 2008
Our sincere symphathy our thoughts and prayers are with you. Only met Don a couple of times but always enjoyed his company and hospitality and humor. Lots of love, your Bro., Kenneth and Lucille.
Bob and Linda Cates
August 4, 2008
Dear Bess, "Mikey", Karen, Nadara, Diane--and of course Lori and Gary John,
We are so saddened to learn of Donnie's death. What a character he was! So many happy memories with him. We wish we could be at the funeral to pay our respects to him and to hug each of you, but we will be gone. Our love to all of you,
Jeff Erickson
August 3, 2008
To the Ligrani family,
I was one of many fortunate enough to have played for Coach Ligrani. He was pretty tough but I think he brought out the best in us. I know he made me a better player and team mate. I can think of many, many times that he showed how much he cared about me and others. I will never look at the framed picture of us on the sidelines in the same way. Remember, Coach, all the champions show their true colors in the 4th quarter! I know you will be in good company.
Mary Jane Matteroli
August 3, 2008
Dear Bess and family: I was saddened to see that Don has passed away. I've moved from Grand Junction so I pull the paper up on line occasionally. Today it was to find out about several friends going to that "better" place. I'm sorry for your loss. Memories will make you strong. With love...M.J. Matteroli
Bob Gear
August 3, 2008
Dear Family:
Since I first met Donnie in August 1958, I totaly enjoyed his friendship as a friend, team-mate, coach and teacher. Donnie will be missed by all! My deepest sympathy to his family.
Bob Gear, Jackville, FL
Lindy Webmaster
August 3, 2008
To Family and Friends,
View HS Alumni Tiger website for Don's Perpetual Obituary notice.
http://www.gjtigers.com/1954/
We are blessed by fond memories of Don.
Beth McBride (Carlson)
August 3, 2008
Dear Karen,Steve,Matt and Stephanie,
We love and are thinking of you at in this difficult time.
Love, Beth,Bryan,Ben And Bailey
John McGee
August 3, 2008
Dear Bess and Family,
I am sorry for your loss.
Don was a nice man and good neighbor. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Renee Briggs
August 2, 2008
Dear Aunt Bess & Family,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss…my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. There is comfort in knowing Don is no longer suffering. His kindness and sense of humor will always be remembered.
jackie utt
August 2, 2008
karen,
I didnt know your Dad but am so sorry for your loss.
I am Kim's Mom and we share a loss to pancreatic cancer. I pray for a
cure to this devastating cancer. My
prayers are with you and your family.
Marcia Baker Smith
August 2, 2008
To the Family - I am so sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Donnie and also Mesa College. We shared a lot of great memories at the last class reunion. My prayers are with you.
Donna Aubert
August 2, 2008
Dear Family, I am sorry for your lose. Don was a great man. He helped me a lot the year I did my masters a Western State. A friend and I got into an accident and Don went to Salina to give me a ride back to school in 1987. He was always helping people. I will miss Uncle Don. My prayers are with you all. Donna (Payne) Aubert
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