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Michael LaRue Obituary
PUEBLO, CO — Michael "Mike" Deane La Rue, 56, passed away on November 30, 2021.
He was born June 24, 1965, in Wabash, Ind., to Terry Deane and Carolyn Gotchall La Rue of Lima, and was preceded in death by his father and mother survives in Lima.
Survivors also include his wife, Chung Chong of Colorado Spring, Colo., his son, Nicholas Deane La Rue of Westminster, Colo., his brother, Timothy David La Rue of Columbus, his nephew and niece, Dominick and Brooke La Rue of Columbus, along with countless friends and extended family.
Michael graduated from Palmer High School (Colorado Springs) in 1984 before attending Pikes Peak College (Colorado Springs). Along with running his own restaurant, Crazy Mike's, Michael owned and operated a Blimpie franchise in Colorado Springs and A-American Vending Services within the southern Colorado area.
Along with a deep love for hosting friends and family for food and laughs, Michael is remembered for his quirky charm and deep compassion, always willing to help others before himself.
Services for a celebration of life ceremony will begin at 10:00 am Friday the 17th at Romero Family Funeral Home in Pueblo, Colo. Service may be viewed through livestream on Facebook at Romero Family Funeral Home Pueblo and YouTube at Romero Family Funeral Home Pueblo. A private burial will be held at a later date within a family plot in Marion, Ind.
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Memories and Condolences
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Tina Hays
December 5, 2024
Dear sweet Mike, we worked together at Garden of The Gods Club - you began as a busboy. We had many fun times and as stern as I was with you we became close. You were such a handsome young man- beautiful blue eyes. I so appreciated the time you took to send me a card to thank me for all you had learned while under my supervision. It told me much about your upbringing. A couple years prior to your passing you called me out of the blue- made sure it was me and suggested we get together for lunch. I was so sad as that luncheon never transpired. The tears flowed as I learned of your passing. I continue to wonder why? Rest in gods arms sweet Micheal. I am sorrowful once again as I view your lovely face.
Kevin Barrett
July 17, 2024
I used to work for crazy Mike in his crazy Mark's bar number of years ago I had no idea that he passed away in 2001 this is Kevin Barrett little brother of Keith Barrett old friend of his just want to say hey man I'm Mr Mike have a good one man we'll see you someday up in heaven
Douglas Kennis
August 28, 2023
We met in junior high (Horace Mann) It was the one class I didn't know anyone in, Mike sat next to me and quickly became a great friend. We went to opposite High Schools but still kept in touch. Funny thing about six years ago he contacted me through FB - He heard that I passed away and wanted to check if it was true, we had a good laugh and got reaquainted. We promised to meet for dinner. I wish I kept that promise. I will miss you Mike, a little part of me died with you. My deepest sympathies to his family, friends and loved ones.
Tina Hays
July 14, 2023
I am just learning of this. Mike worked for me in his teens. We were forever friends. He called me after not being in touch for years - wanted to do lunch. Can a family member please contact me? Thank you.
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