John Georgis Obituary

John Georgis passed away on Aug. 15, 2020 in his home in Boulder, Colo., with his loving family at his side after a 10 month battle with cancer. John packed a whole lot of living into his 51 years of life. With his infectious smile and magnetic personality, he pulled all those around him into his unique orbit. For those who knew him, or even those who only just met him, all could feel his love for life, his innate curiosity, his penchant for kind hearted mischief, and his original intellect. "Where he met a stranger, he left a friend." Being around John meant having insightful conversations, laughing your guts out at that one-of-a-kind sense of humor, listening to stories about how much he loved his dogs, or how much he hated government bureaucracy and raw onions. He had an entrepreneur's creative mind, which manifested in his brainchild, Banjo Billy's Bus Tours. By the time he sold his business thousands of people would have stories to tell about "that time on the bus." John was compassionate, generous, funny, fierce, loyal and opinionated. A supreme entertainer; John loved to open his home and his heart whether it was to make time for someone he cared about, or to throw open the hatches, don a costume, grab the flame thrower, and let the celebration begin! His passions for travel, skiing, music, art, biking, riding his motorcycle, or soaking in secluded mountain hot springs were shared with the many people he loved and admired. In 2017 John met the love of his life, Liz Blackwell, whom he always referred to as "My Sweet Liz." Their life together was packed with great adventures and spending time at home together as a family. After his diagnosis, John embraced the possibility of an after life, where he could be reunited with his loved ones. As in life, he was able to envision the beauty and wonder of the unknown as he approached death. John is survivedby wife, Liz; children, Atreyu, Kale and Nola; parents, Jim and Sharon Georgis; and sister, Geneva and Markus Ritsch, Laini, Colter and Nikki. He leaves behind a legacy of love, humor, and embracing life with endless enthusiasm and wit. His kind and colorful approach to life will stay with all of those who knew him. He will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center or The Wild Animal Sanctuary.

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Published by The Pueblo Chieftain on Aug. 23, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for John Georgis

8 Entries

john lilley

August 10, 2022

We chartered John's bus for our son's graduation, and he took us all around Boulder, telling stories, joking, and having a great time all around. Thanks for bringing fun and joy into so many lives. You will be missed!

Jay Schulman

December 9, 2020

So sorry to hear about this. I lucky to have met John on my flight to Colorado. John and I stayed in contact and talked about a business partnership.

John was a guy who you liked and trusted as soon as you talked to him. He will be missed

Paula A Mestas

August 25, 2020

I only knew John for a few months. He sure would brighten up the office, his smile and zest for life was infectious. He will be greatly missed.
My prayers to his family, may your many happy memories get you through this difficult time.
God bless. Paula Mestas (Vaportech)

Osie

August 25, 2020

The person who wrote these words got John just right. He made my days at work joyful and is missed (by everyone at work).

Carrie

August 25, 2020

I knew John many years ago and enjoyed his very enthusiastic and authentic way of being in the world. He could be so funny and intense. I never told John this, but I always secretly wished that he was my brother. My sincerest condolences to his family.

Ron Phillips

August 23, 2020

John was quite a character! He had an infectious smile and unique way about him. He once brought his beautiful dog with him to my office. I was shocked at how relaxed the pup was, being a pretty good-sized pit-bull. I personally admired John for many things, among them building such a creative business (Banjo Billy’s) and his bright intellect. I wish I could have known him longer. He will be deeply missed. Sincere condolences to the whole family.

John Thatcher

August 23, 2020

I was a brother of John at Sigma Nu in Fort Collins and also know his parents from Pueblo. John was a great guy and fun to be around. My condolences go out to you his family.

Susanna Rojas

August 21, 2020

My condolences go out to John's family and loved ones. We were classmates through middle and high school. This beautiful remembrance conjured memories of John all the way back to when we were kids. Even then he always seemed to have a little bit of magic and mischief in his eyes and a very bright spirit. His loss leaves a void in the world, he was truly one of a kind.

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