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Roger B. Colton

1924 - 2013

BORN

1924

DIED

2013

Roger Colton Obituary

Born-Windsor Locks CT, a WWII veteran, Yale graduate, and USGS retiree.

Survived by his wife Eva, sons Steve and Tim, stepsons, Scott and Dan (Adlfinger), daughters in law Arlene, Jan, Lois and Ericka, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Service details pending. Contact the family at [email protected] for details.

Donations may be sent to: the Roger B. Colton Geological Studies Award Fund, c/o Golden High School 701 24th Street, Golden, Colorado 80401.


To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Denver Post on Dec. 29, 2013.

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February 1, 2014

We have many fond memories of Roger at caroling parties and other gatherings with our Golden friends. Our thoughts are with you all. Mary and Bill Morgan

Kimberly Colton-Pinder

January 11, 2014

My truly amazing grandfather passed away less than a month ago. I couldn't even post something, I am so truly sad. He has been there for me my whole life, no matter how hard things were. He gave me my first drafting table that I still use. He was funny, smart, and kind. God Speed -I love you Grandpa Roger

Lois Adlfinger

December 30, 2013

We loved Roger dearly! Nothing will be the same without his humor, ever ending knowledge about almost every subject and his support.

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