Robert Gerard "Bob" Cure

1952 - 2023

Robert "Bob" Gerard Cure passed away at Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, after a brief illness. He was 71 years and 10 days old.
He was born on April 2, 1952, in Flagler, to William Edgar and Eileen Lanetta (Simerl) Cure.
The family lived south of Seibert for a few years, and then moved to the farm north of Stratton, and ultimately included four brothers and two sisters.
Bob attended grade school and middle school at St. Charles Catholic School in Stratton, and then went on to high school at Stratton High School.
He did a short apprenticeship program in welding through CSU and returned to work with his father on the family farm.
Bob found the love of his life standing on a street corner in Stratton, and married DeAnn (Dee) Edmunds on May 1, 1976, at Our Lady of Fatima Chapel in Stratton.
They were blessed with three sons: Robert Wesley, Stephen Glenn, and Anthony William.
During the 20 plus years that they lived on the farm in Kit Carson County, Bob was highly active in the community.
He served as president of the Kit Carson County Farm Bureau Board for many years; as a Kit Carson County Fair Board member and Swine Program superintendent; leader/developer of the Kit Carson County 4-H Shooting Sports program, and always available to support Our Lady of Fatima Church.
Bob and Dee lived in several communities around Colorado after leaving the farm in 1999 and he continued this involvement.
He taught shooting sports classes at the junior college in Rangely, and grew the county 4-H shooting sports program to be a competitive force at the state fair shoots.
Phillips County 4-H and the Haxtun Gun Club also benefited from his leadership and skill.
When life took them to the front range, Bob began devoting his spare time to Our Lady of the Snow Church. He was there when Mass was being held in temporary venues, and has been instrumental in getting the current facility going.
He has served as head usher since about 2017, keeps up the documentation of the various services needed to support the Mass, and was the handyman who repaired kneelers, etc., when needed.
He was particularly distressed that his health problems prevented him from participating in Holy Week events at the church this year (and we've been told that his expertise was greatly missed by the congregation.).
Bob was a tremendous team member in every organization that he joined, and he made many life-long friends while working as a CDL truck driver at L & L Ready-Mix, Interstate Highway Construction (concrete plant at the airport) and Weld County Public Works.
After his retirement in late 2021, he found a new purpose by going to Steve and Holly's farm - Grandpa Bob could fix anything and was instantly available to help out.
He prided himself on being "flexible" and adapting to whatever was needed at the time. He particularly enjoyed being able to drive for them, most recently helping take horses to a show in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Bob's family, especially his grandchildren, were precious to him and he spent as much time as possible with them because he loved each of them so very much. He particularly cherished time spent with his grands, and nothing made him happier than to see all four of them in his back yard swinging on the Ninja course or climbing in the oak tree.
Payton was the first - a granddaughter made his life so exciting after raising three boys. He was glad to have opportunities to cheer for her at riding competitions as she became a skilled horsewoman, and to attend basketball games.
Stella Rose came next, and his heart swelled just a little more because she was so special, smart and talented. Every chance he got, he attended church and school events for her and was so looking forward to her 4-H adventures to come.
Next came a grandson! He was thrilled to meet Rylus Robert (particularly liked that middle name), loved to rough house and swing him, and was always available for an afternoon of adventure at the playground.
The youngest of his precious grands is Presley, who took advantage of his retirement to quickly become his sidekick at the farm, partner in crime, and all-around best friend.
Bob was a great cook and loved to put together feasts for the family. His outdoor kitchen included both smokers and grills, and he was a master with each.
His prime rib was awesome, and no one can seem to duplicate his potato salad (which was in demand for all gatherings).
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister (Ethel Martin), and two infant brothers (Terry and Kevin).
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, DeAnn (Dee) Edmunds Cure of Johnstown; sons Robert Wesley (Wes) Cure of Cheyenne, Wyo.; Stephen (Steve) Glenn Cure (Holly) of Longmont, with their daughters Payton and Presley; and Anthony (Tony) William Cure (Erin) of Eaton, with their daughter Stella and son Rylus.
He is survived by four brothers: Chuck (Karen) Cure of Apache Junction, Ariz.; Dave (Debbie) Cure of Stratton; Denis (Vickie) Cure of Stratton; and Ron (Lisa) Cure of Mt. Vernon, Wash.; and one sister, Betty Riley of Goodland, Kan.
He has many cousins, nieces, nephews, and others who will also dearly miss him.
A special request is made for memorial donations due to the recent diagnosis of his grandson, Rylus, with Type-1 Diabetes.
Please make a donation to these suggested organizations who are making a difference in the lives of these children: please visit taborfuneralhome.com for donation information.