Lt. Col. Charles F. Mourning obituary: Lt. Col. Charles F. Mourning's Obituary, Denver
In Memory Of
Lt. Col. Charles F. "Pete" Mourning
1930 - 2015
In Memory Of
Lt. Col. Charles F. "Pete" Mourning
1930 - 2015
LT. COL. (RET.) CHARLES F. MOURNING
OCTOBER 4, 1930 - MARCH 30, 2015
Charles F. "Pete" Mourning, 84, beloved son of the late Mary Bowles Mourning and the late Hobart Mourning, husband of Myrna D. Mourning, brother of John H. Mourning, father of Charles F. Mourning, Jr., the late Christy L. Mourning, Diane Mourning Brown, and Thomas E. Mourning, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on March 30, 2015.
Born in Celina, OH, Pete grew up in Lima, OH. He was nicknamed Pete at birth by his mother's twin, the late Albert Bowles. Pete graduated from Central High School, attended Ohio State University (OSU) in Columbus and graduated with honors. Hard working and determined to achieve higher education, Pete worked three jobs while at OSU. In addition, he graduated from ROTC at OSU, and began his military career in 1952 as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force (USAF). He earned a Master of Business Administration from Oklahoma University and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Denver (DU). After 22 years, Pete retired from the military at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, CO. He served in the USAF during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. Pete later worked for the Solar Energy Research Institute in Golden, CO and for DU's Research Department as an Economist.
Pete and Myrna met at the student union at OSU when she was a freshman and he was a senior. They married in June 1953 and had four children. While stationed at Lockbourne Air Force Base in Columbus, OH, their first son was born. The family soon transferred to Tripoli, Libya where their two daughters were born. Their youngest son was born after Pete received military orders for Ft. Dix, NJ in 1957. Pete and his family continued to live around the world, including Izmir and Ankara, Turkey and Naples, Italy. His mother joined the family in Naples in 1968 and enjoyed a wonderful life of tourism within Europe and the Middle East. Pete's knack for languages, particularly Latin, enabled him to communicate almost immediately with the indigenous people of any country. He travelled frequently to other countries while on Temporary Duty for the USAF.
With an engaging smile, sharp mind and quick wit, Pete was loved by all. His beaming eyes and funny faces entertained his children, grandchildren and adults alike. Pete and Myrna hosted many parties and attended countless military balls and conventions. They also met US Presidents and other dignitaries throughout his military career. He loved the blues, jazz, and classical music and was a great dancer. Pete and Myrna never lost the "travel bug," continuing their travels after his retirement to Hawaii, Spain, Italy, and the Caribbean. They were also frequent "cruisers" on several large ships to places such as Alaska, Mexico and the Norwegian countries. An avid reader, Pete enjoyed history and war books. His serious and intellectual side was apparent through his ability to solve the challenging crossword puzzle in The New York Times on a daily basis.
Preceding him in death were his parents Mary and Hobart, daughter Christy and niece Regina Mourning-Saiz. Pete is survived by his wife, Myrna; brother John (Lana); children Charles, Jr. (Elizabeth), Diane and Thomas; his grandchildren Justin (Tiffany) Mourning, Laura (Jeff) Hartman, Robyn Mourning, and Savannah Brown; great-grandchildren Tenlie Mourning, Andrew Hartman, Kyle Hartman, Olivia Rel and Haden Gupton. His surviving nieces are Shari (Rick) Mourning O'Neal, Glynis Walker Childs, LaDonna Knight and Erika Riley; two nephews, Mark Anthony Mourning and Brian Walker; a host of cousins from Lima, OH; and special in-laws Ernest (Rita) Walker, Donna (Kennol) Knight and Wilson (Janice) Walker. Pete's special friends were the late Richard A. Whetsel, MAJ (Ret.) Walter H. Hunter and MAJ (Ret.) Jesse Halsey.
Although Alzheimer's Disease may have taken his life, Pete remained jovial, kind and loving to the end. Remarkably, the hospice nurse who visited him weekly is the same nurse who cared daily for his mother two decades ago. The Mourning family remains forever grateful to The Denver Hospice and the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado for their never-ending support, care and research of a most devastating disease. The Mourning family thanks Rev. Michael Hiller, Pastor and the members of Peace with Christ Lutheran Church for their continuous prayers and support.
In lieu of flowers and in the memory of Pete, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado, Inc., 455 Sherman Street #500, Denver, CO 80203 or The Denver Hospice, 501 S. Cherry Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80246.
OCTOBER 4, 1930 - MARCH 30, 2015
Charles F. "Pete" Mourning, 84, beloved son of the late Mary Bowles Mourning and the late Hobart Mourning, husband of Myrna D. Mourning, brother of John H. Mourning, father of Charles F. Mourning, Jr., the late Christy L. Mourning, Diane Mourning Brown, and Thomas E. Mourning, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on March 30, 2015.
Born in Celina, OH, Pete grew up in Lima, OH. He was nicknamed Pete at birth by his mother's twin, the late Albert Bowles. Pete graduated from Central High School, attended Ohio State University (OSU) in Columbus and graduated with honors. Hard working and determined to achieve higher education, Pete worked three jobs while at OSU. In addition, he graduated from ROTC at OSU, and began his military career in 1952 as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force (USAF). He earned a Master of Business Administration from Oklahoma University and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Denver (DU). After 22 years, Pete retired from the military at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, CO. He served in the USAF during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. Pete later worked for the Solar Energy Research Institute in Golden, CO and for DU's Research Department as an Economist.
Pete and Myrna met at the student union at OSU when she was a freshman and he was a senior. They married in June 1953 and had four children. While stationed at Lockbourne Air Force Base in Columbus, OH, their first son was born. The family soon transferred to Tripoli, Libya where their two daughters were born. Their youngest son was born after Pete received military orders for Ft. Dix, NJ in 1957. Pete and his family continued to live around the world, including Izmir and Ankara, Turkey and Naples, Italy. His mother joined the family in Naples in 1968 and enjoyed a wonderful life of tourism within Europe and the Middle East. Pete's knack for languages, particularly Latin, enabled him to communicate almost immediately with the indigenous people of any country. He travelled frequently to other countries while on Temporary Duty for the USAF.
With an engaging smile, sharp mind and quick wit, Pete was loved by all. His beaming eyes and funny faces entertained his children, grandchildren and adults alike. Pete and Myrna hosted many parties and attended countless military balls and conventions. They also met US Presidents and other dignitaries throughout his military career. He loved the blues, jazz, and classical music and was a great dancer. Pete and Myrna never lost the "travel bug," continuing their travels after his retirement to Hawaii, Spain, Italy, and the Caribbean. They were also frequent "cruisers" on several large ships to places such as Alaska, Mexico and the Norwegian countries. An avid reader, Pete enjoyed history and war books. His serious and intellectual side was apparent through his ability to solve the challenging crossword puzzle in The New York Times on a daily basis.
Preceding him in death were his parents Mary and Hobart, daughter Christy and niece Regina Mourning-Saiz. Pete is survived by his wife, Myrna; brother John (Lana); children Charles, Jr. (Elizabeth), Diane and Thomas; his grandchildren Justin (Tiffany) Mourning, Laura (Jeff) Hartman, Robyn Mourning, and Savannah Brown; great-grandchildren Tenlie Mourning, Andrew Hartman, Kyle Hartman, Olivia Rel and Haden Gupton. His surviving nieces are Shari (Rick) Mourning O'Neal, Glynis Walker Childs, LaDonna Knight and Erika Riley; two nephews, Mark Anthony Mourning and Brian Walker; a host of cousins from Lima, OH; and special in-laws Ernest (Rita) Walker, Donna (Kennol) Knight and Wilson (Janice) Walker. Pete's special friends were the late Richard A. Whetsel, MAJ (Ret.) Walter H. Hunter and MAJ (Ret.) Jesse Halsey.
Although Alzheimer's Disease may have taken his life, Pete remained jovial, kind and loving to the end. Remarkably, the hospice nurse who visited him weekly is the same nurse who cared daily for his mother two decades ago. The Mourning family remains forever grateful to The Denver Hospice and the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado for their never-ending support, care and research of a most devastating disease. The Mourning family thanks Rev. Michael Hiller, Pastor and the members of Peace with Christ Lutheran Church for their continuous prayers and support.
In lieu of flowers and in the memory of Pete, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado, Inc., 455 Sherman Street #500, Denver, CO 80203 or The Denver Hospice, 501 S. Cherry Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80246.
LT. COL. (RET.) CHARLES F. MOURNING
OCTOBER 4, 1930 - MARCH 30, 2015
Charles F. "Pete" Mourning, 84, beloved son of the late Mary Bowles Mourning and the late Hobart Mourning, husband of Myrna D. Mourning, brother of John H. Mourning, father of Charles F. Mourning, Jr., the late Christy L. Mourning, Diane Mourning Brown, and Thomas E. Mourning, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on March 30, 2015.
Born in Celina, OH, Pete grew up in Lima, OH. He was nicknamed Pete at birth by his mother's twin, the late Albert Bowles. Pete graduated from Central High School, attended Ohio State University (OSU) in Columbus and graduated with honors. Hard working and determined to achieve higher education, Pete worked three jobs while at OSU. In addition, he graduated from ROTC at OSU, and began his military career in 1952 as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force (USAF). He earned a Master of Business Administration from Oklahoma University and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Denver (DU). After 22 years, Pete retired from the military at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, CO. He served in the USAF during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. Pete later worked for the Solar Energy Research Institute in Golden, CO and for DU's Research Department as an Economist.
Pete and Myrna met at the student union at OSU when she was a freshman and he was a senior. They married in June 1953 and had four children. While stationed at Lockbourne Air Force Base in Columbus, OH, their first son was born. The family soon transferred to Tripoli, Libya where their two daughters were born. Their youngest son was born after Pete received military orders for Ft. Dix, NJ in 1957. Pete and his family continued to live around the world, including Izmir and Ankara, Turkey and Naples, Italy. His mother joined the family in Naples in 1968 and enjoyed a wonderful life of tourism within Europe and the Middle East. Pete's knack for languages, particularly Latin, enabled him to communicate almost immediately with the indigenous people of any country. He travelled frequently to other countries while on Temporary Duty for the USAF.
With an engaging smile, sharp mind and quick wit, Pete was loved by all. His beaming eyes and funny faces entertained his children, grandchildren and adults alike. Pete and Myrna hosted many parties and attended countless military balls and conventions. They also met US Presidents and other dignitaries throughout his military career. He loved the blues, jazz, and classical music and was a great dancer. Pete and Myrna never lost the "travel bug," continuing their travels after his retirement to Hawaii, Spain, Italy, and the Caribbean. They were also frequent "cruisers" on several large ships to places such as Alaska, Mexico and the Norwegian countries. An avid reader, Pete enjoyed history and war books. His serious and intellectual side was apparent through his ability to solve the challenging crossword puzzle in The New York Times on a daily basis.
Preceding him in death were his parents Mary and Hobart, daughter Christy and niece Regina Mourning-Saiz. Pete is survived by his wife, Myrna; brother John (Lana); children Charles, Jr. (Elizabeth), Diane and Thomas; his grandchildren Justin (Tiffany) Mourning, Laura (Jeff) Hartman, Robyn Mourning, and Savannah Brown; great-grandchildren Tenlie Mourning, Andrew Hartman, Kyle Hartman, Olivia Rel and Haden Gupton. His surviving nieces are Shari (Rick) Mourning O'Neal, Glynis Walker Childs, LaDonna Knight and Erika Riley; two nephews, Mark Anthony Mourning and Brian Walker; a host of cousins from Lima, OH; and special in-laws Ernest (Rita) Walker, Donna (Kennol) Knight and Wilson (Janice) Walker. Pete's special friends were the late Richard A. Whetsel, MAJ (Ret.) Walter H. Hunter and MAJ (Ret.) Jesse Halsey.
Although Alzheimer's Disease may have taken his life, Pete remained jovial, kind and loving to the end. Remarkably, the hospice nurse who visited him weekly is the same nurse who cared daily for his mother two decades ago. The Mourning family remains forever grateful to The Denver Hospice and the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado for their never-ending support, care and research of a most devastating disease. The Mourning family thanks Rev. Michael Hiller, Pastor and the members of Peace with Christ Lutheran Church for their continuous prayers and support.
In lieu of flowers and in the memory of Pete, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado, Inc., 455 Sherman Street #500, Denver, CO 80203 or The Denver Hospice, 501 S. Cherry Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80246.
OCTOBER 4, 1930 - MARCH 30, 2015
Charles F. "Pete" Mourning, 84, beloved son of the late Mary Bowles Mourning and the late Hobart Mourning, husband of Myrna D. Mourning, brother of John H. Mourning, father of Charles F. Mourning, Jr., the late Christy L. Mourning, Diane Mourning Brown, and Thomas E. Mourning, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on March 30, 2015.
Born in Celina, OH, Pete grew up in Lima, OH. He was nicknamed Pete at birth by his mother's twin, the late Albert Bowles. Pete graduated from Central High School, attended Ohio State University (OSU) in Columbus and graduated with honors. Hard working and determined to achieve higher education, Pete worked three jobs while at OSU. In addition, he graduated from ROTC at OSU, and began his military career in 1952 as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force (USAF). He earned a Master of Business Administration from Oklahoma University and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Denver (DU). After 22 years, Pete retired from the military at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, CO. He served in the USAF during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. Pete later worked for the Solar Energy Research Institute in Golden, CO and for DU's Research Department as an Economist.
Pete and Myrna met at the student union at OSU when she was a freshman and he was a senior. They married in June 1953 and had four children. While stationed at Lockbourne Air Force Base in Columbus, OH, their first son was born. The family soon transferred to Tripoli, Libya where their two daughters were born. Their youngest son was born after Pete received military orders for Ft. Dix, NJ in 1957. Pete and his family continued to live around the world, including Izmir and Ankara, Turkey and Naples, Italy. His mother joined the family in Naples in 1968 and enjoyed a wonderful life of tourism within Europe and the Middle East. Pete's knack for languages, particularly Latin, enabled him to communicate almost immediately with the indigenous people of any country. He travelled frequently to other countries while on Temporary Duty for the USAF.
With an engaging smile, sharp mind and quick wit, Pete was loved by all. His beaming eyes and funny faces entertained his children, grandchildren and adults alike. Pete and Myrna hosted many parties and attended countless military balls and conventions. They also met US Presidents and other dignitaries throughout his military career. He loved the blues, jazz, and classical music and was a great dancer. Pete and Myrna never lost the "travel bug," continuing their travels after his retirement to Hawaii, Spain, Italy, and the Caribbean. They were also frequent "cruisers" on several large ships to places such as Alaska, Mexico and the Norwegian countries. An avid reader, Pete enjoyed history and war books. His serious and intellectual side was apparent through his ability to solve the challenging crossword puzzle in The New York Times on a daily basis.
Preceding him in death were his parents Mary and Hobart, daughter Christy and niece Regina Mourning-Saiz. Pete is survived by his wife, Myrna; brother John (Lana); children Charles, Jr. (Elizabeth), Diane and Thomas; his grandchildren Justin (Tiffany) Mourning, Laura (Jeff) Hartman, Robyn Mourning, and Savannah Brown; great-grandchildren Tenlie Mourning, Andrew Hartman, Kyle Hartman, Olivia Rel and Haden Gupton. His surviving nieces are Shari (Rick) Mourning O'Neal, Glynis Walker Childs, LaDonna Knight and Erika Riley; two nephews, Mark Anthony Mourning and Brian Walker; a host of cousins from Lima, OH; and special in-laws Ernest (Rita) Walker, Donna (Kennol) Knight and Wilson (Janice) Walker. Pete's special friends were the late Richard A. Whetsel, MAJ (Ret.) Walter H. Hunter and MAJ (Ret.) Jesse Halsey.
Although Alzheimer's Disease may have taken his life, Pete remained jovial, kind and loving to the end. Remarkably, the hospice nurse who visited him weekly is the same nurse who cared daily for his mother two decades ago. The Mourning family remains forever grateful to The Denver Hospice and the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado for their never-ending support, care and research of a most devastating disease. The Mourning family thanks Rev. Michael Hiller, Pastor and the members of Peace with Christ Lutheran Church for their continuous prayers and support.
In lieu of flowers and in the memory of Pete, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado, Inc., 455 Sherman Street #500, Denver, CO 80203 or The Denver Hospice, 501 S. Cherry Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80246.
Services & Gatherings
Memorial Service
Wednesday, April 08, 2015 at 11:00 AM
Newcomer - East Metro Chapel
190 Potomac Street
Aurora, CO 80011
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Interment
Fort Logan National Cemetery
Denver, Colorado - Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 1PM Staging Area "A"
East Metro Chapel (720-857-0700) is assisting the family
East Metro Chapel (720-857-0700) is assisting the family