As a young man he served in the US Army in Alaska and Germany. He was proud to have served and loved telling stories of his military adventures. After working as a miner in Colorado he returned to Grand Junction and worked for the school district until retirement.
He married the love of his life, Mary Smith Nimmo, and they shared 50 years together. They enjoyed international travel and membership in the Rose Club, Wheels West Car Club, and the Tractor Club. He was an avid rose gardener with over 100 rose plants.
He was preceded in death by his Wife Mary and his great-grandson Logan.
He is survived by his daughters: Pam (Mitch) Acord, Karen (David) Brauneis; Grandchildren Adam Acord, Stacey Acord; William (Elizabeth) Brauneis, Sarah (Rob Meyer) Brauneis; as well as seven beloved great-grandchildren, as well as his younger brother Bernie Rhoades.
Services will be held at Callahan-Edfast Mortuary, on June 14th, 2023 at 10 AM. Viewing is June 13th at 5 PM with the burial at Orchard Mesa Catholic Cemetery. Donations to Hope West. Memories, pictures, and expresiones of sympathy may be shared at: www.calahan-edfast.com
