Michael Lance Outler

Michael Lance Outler obituary, Colorado Springs, CO

Michael Lance Outler

Michael Outler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Angelus Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory on Feb. 19, 2025.

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Michael Lance Outler was born on April 10,1959 to the union of Robert and Laverne Outler in Denver, Colorado. He passed away on January 27,2025 in Fountain, Colorado.
Michael made his home in Fountain, Colorado, and in 1995, met and married Kathleen Outler. They had two sons, Michael J. Outler and Ryan J. Outler, who became the true joys of Michael's life.
Believing fatherhood is a privilege and a blessing, Michael encouraged his boys to participate in a variety of school activities and sports, teaching them to be disciplined and push through hardship. He never missed a practice, game, award ceremony, or the opportunity to encourage his sons to be the best they could be. When faced with a challenge, he would always tell them,
"An Outler Never Quits"
Michael was an outdoors' man, and appreciative of the bounty of Colorado's natural resources. From an early age, he took his boys along, hunting for antelope on the eastern prairie, camping at Blue Lakes Trail and on many night fishing trips to Eleven Mile Reservoir. He reminded them to always be grateful for having their home in Colorado.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Laverne Outler and Robert Outler. Michael leaves behind: his sons, Michael J. Outler of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Ryan J. Outler of Gunnison, Colorado; sister, Sherry Grenne of Colorado Springs, Colorado; brother, Steven Outler of Colorado Springs, Colorado and aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly and remember him always.
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February 23, 2025

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February 20, 2025

Cheryl Barter planted trees.

February 19, 2025

Oscar Padeway posted to the memorial.

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Bobby Cross

February 23, 2025

I´ve known Mike since elementary school at Talbot. Mike was such a great basketball player and wrestler. Later in life, Mike and I ran into each other at track meets when his son Ryan and my daughter were both running. We had so many great conversations.. just a few months ago several of us old classmates met up at the Golden corral. Mike was the same old Mike always so nice and it brings tears to my eyes writing this. I´m attaching a picture of when we met up at the Golden corral and until we meet again "O", rest in peace and you will be missed.

Bobby Cross

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Cheryl Barter

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Oscar Padeway

February 19, 2025

My deepest condolences to the entire Outler family. Mike was one of my oldest friends since back in junior high. Heck of an athlete and one of the nicest people you´d ever meet. We grew up together and shared a love of sports, music, and just hanging out. I´ve thought of you often over the years and watched you through the lens of social media and through mutual friends...saw you raise a family and catch trout most people only dream of! The news of your passing brought me to my knees. I wish we could´ve caught up over a cold beverage and swapped lies over dinner. Until we meet again...say hey to all the folks I´m missing and save me a spot on the shores of the big fishing hole up there. Love you, my friend.

Mark Schultz - Chandler AZ

February 19, 2025

I don´t even know where to begin my brother. Mike was my best friend growing up in Widefield, first person I met in fourth grade. Mike and I spent countless nights at each other`s house and played basketball football baseball together through high school and beyond. The Outler family was my family. Mike was an encouraging, thoughtful man of integrity. Never had a bad thing to say about anyone. My heart is broken into a million O pieces, but nothing will erase my memories. As good of a friend he was Michael was even a better father. My condolences to Stevie, Sherry, Ryan and Michael. Save a spot on the basketball court up in heaven for me.. Rest in peace, my brother until we meet again. I love you

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