Carl Marchun Obituary

Carl Marchun
March 24, 1934 - January 1, 2014

It is with great sadness the family of Carl Marchun announces his passing. Carl D. Marchun was born March 23rd, 1934, to Frank and Mary Marchun in Grand Junction, Colorado. He passed away in the home he built in Fruita, Colorado on January 1st, 2014.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Frank, Anton, John, and Raymond; his sister, Mary Lu, and daughter, Kristin Kay Marchun. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Zetta H. Marchun; son, Ralph F. Marchun (Marla); daughter, Mary Marchun (Jeff Heidrich); brothers, Joseph, and Herman Marchun, and four wonderful grandchildren, Garrett, Shania, Mary Logan Marchun and Grey F. Heidrich.
Carl served, with honor, in the US Army before returning to Grand Junction. He had a wonderful life filled with love and happiness. He was known for his hard work and was proud of the homes he built for mother and wife, the land he farmed and the children he raised with Zetta. His hobbies included puzzle making (his puzzles traveled far and wide), and the soil he turned to produce lush crops and beautiful gardens. Last but not least, his grandchildren were a priority. Papa never missed a game or school event and often traveled through the mountains just to spend time with his "baby" Grey. Carl was also known for his kindness. He would lend a hand to anyone in need and loved to make people laugh and smile with a joke.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, January, 11th, 2:00 p.m. at Callahan-Edfast Mortuary.
Donations may be made to HopeWest Hospice, in memory of Carl.

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Published by The Daily Sentinel on Jan. 5, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Carl Marchun

11 Entries

Eric Rash

January 11, 2014

My uncle Carl was one of the funniest people I have ever met. He always had a new joke to tell and smile on his face. I never herd him say a bad word about anybody or have a negative out look. All the family dinners, the weddings, the bar-b-q's he was there and full of life and joy.
My family will miss him greatly but always remember the great man Mr. Carl Marchun is.

RoseElla Kohls

January 10, 2014

Zeta,
Sorry to read about Carl. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.
Sincerely

Celeste John Tommy Joey Kristina & baby Phoenix Ricci

January 9, 2014

Carl is one of my favorite cousins. My family enjoyed his jokes, stories and puzzles. Visiting cousin Carl and his family was always the high light of my summer vacation. He will be truly missed.

Della V. Roberts

January 7, 2014

We were so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. Having graduated from Central High, I had the pleasure of knowing Carl and I was happy to have seen him this past September at the All School reunion.
My condolences to the family. Carl will be missed.
May he rest in peace.
Sam and Della V.

Shawna Jacquez (Paulson)

January 6, 2014

So sorry to hear of Carl's passing! He was a great man and so nice to everyone he met.

Janelle Cooper

January 6, 2014

My Prayers are to you Zetta, Mary & Ralph-God must have needed a good story teller& puzzle marker and he got one in Carl! Will miss seeing you around town, but know you are no longer in pain & will be waiting for all of us when the good lord calls us home! Rest in Peace friend!

Betty Shelton

January 6, 2014

I was so sad to hear of Carl's passing. We will miss him at the class of 52 reunions. He was just the center of all those celebrations. I am thankful I was able to be there and get to know him all over again.
My Deepest sympathy to all the Marchum family.

Sincerely,

Betty (Stout) Shelton

Thomas Masias

January 6, 2014

Gods blessing for you Carl and family. Your neighbor and co worker of past Tomas and Carmen Masias and family

Michele Blasdel

January 6, 2014

We will miss seeing Carl in the pasture changing his water and checking the cows. He has been a great neighbor! Who will bring me my mail when it ends up in his box? Carl shared his puzzles and his garden with us over the years, he never sat still he was a hard worker and a very kind person. We will miss you very much! With Love Jim, Michele, Jennifer and J.W.

Dan Denton

January 6, 2014

Carl was always quite and fun to be around he will be missed by all that new him

Cindi Meharg

January 5, 2014

We loved Carl very much. He was like a grandfather to my kids. Stephaine, Katie and Matt are very saddened to know Carl will not be in the world any more making people laugh. For years he helped make the Colorado Welcome Center in Fruita the success it was. He worked as a counselor and moved brochures from storage to the center every week.

My prayers and thoughts are with Zetta and family and we were so blessed to have known him all these years.

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