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1949
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2025
Thomas Stillwell Obituary
Born July 17th,1949 in Omaha NE to parents Irene and Vernon, Griz enlisted in the army, and was awarded for service in Vietnam (1968-1969). He married Patricia Cartwright on Aug 22nd, 1970, before moving to Conifer in 1974.
In addition to supporting his family, he volunteered with the Elk Creek Fire District for 22 years (1977 to 1999), and was the official Santa Claus in Conifer's Christmas parade (2009 to 2024).
He is survived by his wife, Pat, daughter, Tara Slowik, son-in-law, J.J. Slowik, and grandchildren, Chandler and Allison. He also leaves his brothers-in-law, Chuck and Mike Cartwright, and sisters, Donna, Irene and Theresa.
He loved his truck, lumberjacking, metal, and beer, but family and friends the most. He will be sorely missed by all, and forgotten by none.
Donations for his memorial stone at
Elk Creek Station #2 can be sent to P.O. Box 607, Conifer, CO 80433.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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