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Brian David Jones
May 10, 1975 - December 24, 2021
Brian David Jones passed away suddenly at his home in Brighton, CO on December 24, 2021 with his family by his side. Born in Niskayuna, New York on May 10, 1975, he is the son of Robert Michael, and Susan Ann (Ravaioli) Jones. He is survived by Nicole, his wife and best friend of 20 years; his daughter Kelcey Jones of Fort Collins, CO; his son Bryce Jones of Brighton, CO; sister Lisa Jones Wolf (Evan) of Burnt Hills, NY; brother Stephen Jones (Christine) of Glenville, NY; in-laws Allen and Louise Henry of Plattsburgh, NY, and lots of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews, and his devoted canine sidekick, Jackson. Brian is predeceased by his Uncles Robert Coager and Mario Ravaioli Jr, his maternal grandparents, Mario and Helen Ravaioli, and paternal grandparents, Robert and Stella Jones. A 1993 graduate of Burnt Hills Ballston Lake High School, Brian was co-captain of the Spartan football team during his senior year. He attended Hudson Valley Community College for one year before transferring to SUNY-Cortland, where he went on to earn a BS degree in Physical Education with a concentration in coaching, graduating in 1999 with his brother Steve. Brian participated in Cortland’s intercollegiate football program playing offense and defense for the Red Dragons, and he continued to love and carry the Red Dragon spirit throughout his life. Following graduation, he accepted a position as a Physical Education teacher and Athletic Director at Agate School District #300 in Agate, CO, where he served for 2 years. In 2003 he became a Physical Education teacher at Belle Creek Charter School in Henderson, Colorado, where he assumed the role of Athletic Director in 2004. He held both of these positions at Belle Creek for 19 years. During his tenure at Belle Creek, he wore many hats: coach, educator, colleague, mentor, and above all, he instilled in his students a dedication and work ethic and helped them to see their potential to become the best versions of themselves.
2013-2015 Coached Bryce with his wife in recreation basketball (CO). 2013-2015 - Head Coach for the Brighton Youth Athletic Football League coaching Bryce with Nicole as manager (CO). 2008-2010 - Varsity Offensive Line Coach for Brighton H.S. BULLDOGS! (CO) 2011 – Varsity Offensive Line Coach for Standley Lake (CO). 2016-2017 - Coached Bryce as a Freshman & J.V. Offensive Line Coach and was assistant to the varsity Team Coaching Staff for Brighton H.S. BULLDOGS! His love of sport extended to his personal hobbies and interests. Brian first and foremost was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan, through thick and thin. He also loved watching and playing golf, especially with his wife Nicole, and he liked rooting for the Tennessee Volunteers (especially Football and Softball with his son and daughter), New York Yankees and the New Jersey Devils. He loved to cook, which was part of a passion he enjoyed with his family and friends. Some of his favorite things were grilling and smoking meat on Sundays and holidays, and cooking with his wife and family. He had an insatiable love for fishing, which spanned his entire life. In his youth he enjoyed fishing on his grandfather’s boat with his dad and brother on the Sacandaga Reservoir near his home, and also on Mississippi Lake in Ontario, Canada. In the spaces between his work and home life he was always trying to find time to fish. His rod and reel were a permanent staple in the back of his truck, and he would fish for any amount of time no matter the weather: rain, sleet, or snow. He loved sharing his fishing passion with his family, in particular with his nieces and nephews on Lake Champlain.
His personal characteristics were that of a superhero on Earth. He would help others without hesitation. Brian never needed to know the why, just who it was and where he needed to go. His love and devotion to his family and friends were his first priority always, followed by a close second to his During the span of his amazing 28-year commitment and dedication to his students coaching career (1993-2021) Brian coached and athletes. His children (Kelcey and a multitude of sports: football (his primary Bryce) were his world. Whether he was passion), softball, basketball, track, soccer, and coaching them on the field, hanging around volleyball. His coaching accomplishments are with them throwing the softball or football numerous and were a testament to his love of in his backyard, driving hours to show sport and his athletes. up as “Dad”, or just goofing around and making them smile. He loved them with an Coaching Career: immeasurable fierceness. Brian was always 1993 - Asst. Coach for Burnt Hills Ballston the life of the party. His smile, twinkle in his Spa H.S. Football (NY). eye, and sense of humor were infectious, and 1999-2007 - Coached Kelcey with Nicole in we always felt lighter and special just being around him, surrounded by his big hearty recreation softball (NY & CO). laugh and his bear hugs. He was an explorer 2001-2003 - Head Coach of 6 Man football and adventurer and didn’t overthink things. at Agate, and Girls Volleyball (CO). He had a vivacious spirit, lived boldly and 2003-2021 - Coached at Belle Creek, Girls loved big, and truly embodied the sentiment, and Boys Basketball, Girls and Boys Soccer, “Carpe Diem”, “Seize the Day”. He will be Girls and Boys Track and Girls Volleyball, missed and loved forever. winning several Championships in ALL A memorial service will be held in Brian’s sports. He coached both Kelcey and Bryce honor at Belle Creek Charter School, in in Track and Basketball throughout their Brighton, CO at a later date. middle school career (CO). Tabor Funeral Home, Brighton, CO 2004-2006 - Offense Line Coach at Adams handled arrangements. Please visit the City (CO). online obituary at TaborFuneralHome.com for updates regarding services and to share 2007 - Offensive Line for Jefferson High memories and condolences. School (CO).
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Harold H. Suazo
June 2, 1950 - December 19, 2021
Harold also played in several wedding bands during this time and later several mariachi groups.
Harold was born in Denver, Colorado to William (Bill) Suazo and Theresa Marie (Aragon) Suazo; he was the eldest of 5 children. He was raised in a devout Catholic family and served as an altar boy for several years. His Catholic and Christian faith was a very deep and personal anchor for him throughout life.
In 1978, Harold and Mary started a family, bought property and built their dream home in Henderson, Colorado. They had 3 daughters, Lisa, Lora, and Abrian, and raised them in this home.
He was also raised in a family of musicians. This love of music and sharing it with family and offering it to God remained very strong throughout his life.
After 25 years of marriage, he and Mary divorced in 1995. He remarried in 2006 to Michele (Siegfried) Suazo and they were married for 10 years.
Harold went to school in Brighton, until his family moved to Northglenn in 1962 and he graduated from Northglenn High School in 1968. He played trumpet in the band, took part in drama, and spent much time after school and during summers taking care of his younger brothers and sisters. He worked at “Gino’s Italian Restaurant” during high school and several years after.
His final 16 years of employment were spent working for Tiger Technologies, an electronics manufacturing company. He especially enjoyed working for Tiger and the international trips he took with this 2nd family.
After high school graduation, he attended Regis University, where he graduated in 1972 with a Sociology degree. He married Mary Esther Humphrey in June 1971 in Northglenn, Colorado.
Harold passed away on December 19, 2021 in Denver with his daughters by his side. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill, brother, Dan, and many beloved aunts and uncles.
He is survived by his 3 daughters: Lisa Suazo (Scott), Lora Saeler (Chad), Abrian London (Dave); 5 grandchildren: Padon, Sisera, and They lived in Brighton for many years Reaiah Saeler, Gavin and Elina London; and Harold worked for Adam’s County mother, Theresa (Aragon) Suazo; sisters, Government and the County Commissioner’s Mary Kloepfer (Warren), Sue Ehalt (George); Office. He eventually left government to work brother Chris Suazo; as well as many beloved cousins and aunts and uncles. in the field of Electronics Sales. JACKSON
Janet Arlene Jackson
Janet “GRAM” passed away in Greeley, CO on 11/30/2021 with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her father, Wilmer “Bim” Eppinger, Lula “Honey” Eppinger and sister, Linda Kay Eppinger. Janet is survived by and will continue living through her husband, Galen Jackson and her son, Justin (Bobbie) and
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