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1943
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2022
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Richard Babnick Obituary
He was born in Alamosa, CO on February 20, 1943 to Marion and William Babnick.
He attended Alamosa schools graduating in 1961.
In 1966, Rich received his BA degree from Adams State College.
On June 14, 1962, Rich was united in marriage to Deana Faldtz in Manitou Springs, CO.
He was employed for the John Deer Agency in Alamosa and the Hesston Corp.in Kansas, for 8 years .
Upon moving to Trinidad in 1989, he worked as a land developer for Charles Baldwin.
He then became field manager for the Trinidad Housing Authority where he was currently employed.
An important part of Rich's life was serving as Fisher's Peak Fire Department as Chief for several years.
His favorite hobby was model airplanes.
Preceding him in death are parents, and son Robert Darin Babnick.
Left to cherish his memory is wife Deana Babnick of home address, son Michael (Kristy) Babnick, Las Cruces, NM, grandchildren, Jason, Nathan, Madison, Claire and Emily Babnick and great grandchild Devan Babnick.
He is also survived by sister, Marlo (Rodney) Dawson, Cedar Falls IA , brother Robert (Linda) Babnick, El Paso, TX and many friends.
At his request, cremation with no services.
Arrangements made under the direction of the Comi Funeral Home.
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Carol Dillow Phillips
February 24, 2023
Rich was instrumental in our purchase and opening of the Big O Tires store in Trinidad. He was also the GM of the construction of our home in 2003. RIP Rich. Sincerely, Bill & Carol Phillips
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