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Michael Adler Obituary
April 8, 1940 - April 17, 2014
Michael "Mike" Boynton Adler, Grand Junction, was adopted by Mortimer and Helen Adler in Chicago, Illinois. Mike grew up in Chicago, San Francisco, and Nantucket Island before settling in Aspen, Colorado, where his father founded the Aspen Institute. He served five years in the US Army, and worked 19 years for Mutual of Omaha.
He is survived by his wife, Pam, and children, Sandi Elliott, Grand Junction; Peter (Debbie) Adler, Arvada; Jennifer Adler, Omaha, and Morgan (Justin) Leeson, Fruita; three brothers; seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Mike was diagnosed with cancer in 2009, and given months to live. He credits his love of volunteering for America's youth, particularly Aspen Camp, for beating the odds. On April 8, surrounded by family and friends, he celebrated his 74th birthday, and on April 17, lost his battle. Many lives were touched by his generosity, humor, and kindness.
A celebration of life will be held at the Monument Presbyterian Church, 2020 ½ South Broadway, Grand Junction, Colorado, 81507, 3:00 p.m., Friday, April 25, 2014.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to Aspen Camp, P. O. Box 305, Snowmass, CO, 81564, or for a memorial tree at Monument Presbyterian Church.
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Becky
April 27, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace during the difficult days ahead. Soon death will be gone & everlasting life is promised at John 3:16
Christina
April 27, 2014
Sorry for you loss. I hope the family and friends find comfort by drawing close to our Heavenly Father through prayer.
Gino Villarreal
April 26, 2014
My prayer and thought are with his family and board members of Aspen Camp. I wish I could have meet him but he will be remembering by a great people.
April 25, 2014
Many will remeber Mr. Adler,and think about the family during this very sad time. Please lean on the "God of all Comfort.
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