Rob PECKHAM Obituary

PECKHAM, December 11, 1933 - December 6, 2010. Rob Peckham died peacefully from complications of pneumonia on Monday, December 6, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on December 11, 1933, to Edward William Peckham and Vera Violet Hodgson Peckham in Riverton, WY. In 1942, he moved with his family to Casper, WY where he graduated from Natrona County High School. He was a graduate of Casper College and the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. Rob, a Grand Junction resident since 1956, was an employee for Mesa County Valley School District 51 for 33 years. He taught at Riverside, Emerson and Tope elementary schools and was the principal at Orchard Avenue and then Broadway Elementary for 17 years prior to his retirement in 1989. Rob married Miriam Anna Blevins on August 17, 1957 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Grand Junction. Shortly after, they moved to Bremerhaven, Germany, where he served at the U.S. Army Port of Embarkation and then returned to Grand Junction in 1959. Miriam Peckham, Rob's loving wife of 53 years, preceded him in death by 16 days on November 20, 2010. Above all, Rob loved his family dearly. Rob is survived by his four children, Terry Peckham Kercheval (Jeff) of Aurora, CO; Cindy Peckham Bengford (Dusty) of Fort Collins, CO; Robin Peckham, Jr. of Grand Junction, CO, and John Peckham of Denver, CO. He is also survived by his five grandchildren. Visitation, Callahan-Edfast Mortuary on Monday, December 13, 2-7 pm, followed by the Rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, December 14, 10am, Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in Rob's name to Holy Family Catholic School, 786 26 1-2 Rd., Grand Junction, CO 81506 or Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090B North 12th Street, Grand Junction, CO 81506.

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Published by Denver Post on Dec. 12, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Rob PECKHAM

11 Entries

M.J. Matteroli

December 25, 2010

I knew both Rob and Miriam from my years in Grand Junction. They were both wonderful caring parents and human beings. Rob was very dedicated to education and gave 100% every day. Always with the students well being at the top of his list.

Miriam also was a kind and loving soul, who loved her family above all things.

My sincere sympathy goes out to all the family. It is hard to lose one parent,but to lose both in such a short time is heart breaking. May the rainbow of their memories and their legacy sustain you in this sad time.

Sincerely, M. J. Matteroli

Lance Trobridge

December 14, 2010

Mr. Peckham was my principal from 1980-1984 and I vividly remember him as someone I respected tremendously. He was incredibly generous with his time and I recall him as never being too busy to visit with his students. I even recall a few conversations word for word in his office where he discussed what I had done wrong and why it was wrong. Those were mistakes I never repeated. I hope his family finds some solace in just what a wonderful mark he made on so many people.

Bruce Trobridge

December 13, 2010

Rob Peckham brings back fond memories of my childhood days at Broadway Elementary School. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Peckham family. God Bless.

December 12, 2010

"I was saddened to read of Rob Peckham's passing. He seemed like a truly kind and gentle man who cared deeply for the Broadway School children. In spite of a divorce and my sons being moved 2000 miles away, I couldn't help but feel they were in good, caring hands with Mr. Peckham." RT, father of 2 former students.

December 11, 2010

My deepest sympathy to all of Rob's children and grandchildren. I was so sad to hear about Rob so soon after losing your mom. He was a great guy who really cared about people around him. He will be missed.

Sincerely,
Lorna Devereux (formerly Lorna Wood)

Michael McCormick

December 10, 2010

Rob Peckham was a man who was interested and committed to his faith, his family and his community. I only knew him a brief time, but in that time I was impressed with his interest in the environment and people around him and his gracious manner. Rob seemed to be as concerned and interested in the welfare of the people around him as they were in him. Rob was an incredibly nurturing and kind soul that will be dearly missed by many of us... our condolences go out to Rob's family and friends.

Keri Brice-Bird

December 9, 2010

Mr. Peckham was my elementary school principal, he was one of the kindest, most gentle men I have ever known. His love for each one of us was obvious everyday. We knew Broadway was a great place to be because he was there watching over each of us. We were blessed to have such a wonderful influence and example in our early lives. Mr. Peckham's presence on this earth will be sorely missed. Our prayers are with your family. Keri Brice-Bird

Loren and Janice Anderson

December 9, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. What a reunion in heaven going on with the family members that have gone on before in the Peckham and Anderson family.
Love Janice and Loren

Kathy Todd

December 9, 2010

Terry and Family - My thoughts and prayers are with you at this incredibly difficult time. Your parents are now together again for their next chapter. May your memories bring you some comfort. Kathy Todd

Mary Behling

December 9, 2010

Cindy,Dusty,Cody and Mary - my deepest Sympathy in the loss of your Dad/Grandad
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Love
Mary B

December 9, 2010

May the family find all the comfort it needs during this time of mourning. (Isaiah 2:4)

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