William Brett Vollbracht was born on June 26, 1938 in Wichita, Kansas to Beulah Mae and Clarence William Vollbracht. He attended the University of Kansas, where he was a member of the Delta Chi fraternity, and graduated from the University of Colorado in 1960. He founded Land Title Guarantee Company in 1967 and co-founded Alpine Banks in 1973. He was inducted into the Colorado Business Hall of Fame in 2008. He was known for his integrity, generosity and numerous friendships. His enthusiasm and enjoyment of life were apparent to all. He married Leslie Freehling Vollbracht in 1970. He is survived by his wife Leslie, two daughters, Dana Lynn Vollbracht and Alison Vollbracht Winfield, a son-in-law, Kirby Franklin Winfield Jr., two grandchildren, Kirby Franklin Winfield III and Katherine Vollbracht Winfield, a sister-in-law, Carol Ellen Earle, and a cousin Michael Tearney of Kentucky. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the charity of your choice in Bill's name. His service will be held on January 12, 2019 at Trinity United Methodist Church at 11am with a reception to follow at the Denver County Club.
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I am so sorry for your loss. I regret that I searched the internet for Bill too late. I wanted to share stories about good times at KU and in Denver. He was a good friend to my late husband, Don and to me.
Sharon Heilman
May 9, 2019
We were very blessed to know him and our family is so grateful to call him our neighbor and friend. He will be very missed.
With deepest sympathy,
Ralph Matzner
Tracey Hovey
Kelly Matzner
January 18, 2019
We will find no better man than Bill Vollbracht. Respectfully, Congressman Scott and Lori McInnis (ret)
January 11, 2019
From the entire staff, all the physicians and the Board of Directors of (the former) Colorado Neurological Institute, our deepest sympathies are with Leslie and her family. Bill was the single largest donor to CNI, and, through his generosity, he touched the lives of hundreds of neurological patients in Colorado. We are deeply saddened by this loss and sincerely hope he is at peace.
Tami Lack Crawford
Former Executive Director
Colorado Neurological Institute
January 10, 2019
Serving on the Colorado Open Lands Board with Bill for over 25 years and watching his steadfast commitment to its purpose opened my eyes and mind to this wonderful man and great leader. His wise counsel, his remarkable gifts, and his insightful encouragement to many young professionals in the conservation movement will bear fruit for many years to come. Bill always inserted heart, hope, and courage into the vision for land conservation.
Russ Caldwell, Rockwall, Tx
January 9, 2019
Bill Vollbracht made enormous contributions to the preservation of Colorado's natural landscapes for future generations. His quiet leadership brought Colorado Open Lands from a fledgling organization to its present status as the state's leading land trust. Long after he stepped down as Chairman, his vision and focus continued to be an inspiration to his successors.
Charlie Russell
January 8, 2019
Leslie & the entire Vollbracht Family,
We are so saddened to hear about Bill's passing. What a fantastic man who did so much for so many. He will be missed, and you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Emily Tolve & everyone at Newberry Brothers
January 8, 2019
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD GIVE YOU HOPE AND STRENGHT IN THIS TOUGH TIME.
( HOSEA 13:14).
January 7, 2019
This guy is so great that all I have ever heard about him, is how great he is. I went to Boulder at the same time and personally knew him. My former husband was a Realtor in Denver and spoke so highly of Bill. What is most fascinating is that he married a lovely lady whose recommendation to a sorority I wrote. I have always wanted to say something to both of them so I will do it here. I am very sad at his passing.
marsha berger
January 6, 2019
Dear Leslie, Dana, and Allison, We were so sorry to hear of Bill's death. We were very blessed to have known him. He was a true and honorable gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dee and Nat Phillips New Orleans
Dee Phillips
January 5, 2019
God Bless. Good man and loyal friend. Rest in peace.
Bruce Keim
January 5, 2019
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