Robert G. Hutchings

Bob is survived by his daughter Barbara (Jack) Nylin; son Carl (Debbie) Hutchings; grandchildren David (Andrea) Hutchings; Laura Hutchings; Matthew (Carissa) Nylin; Joanna (Stephen) Lavallee; great-grandchildren Kavan, Keeley, and twins Kairi and Emiko Hutchings; Jack and Lily Nylin; Ella Leveille; Lila and Triton Lavallee.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Dorothy, and sister Gloria Huber.

He was born on April 3, 1930, to parents Gordon and Arline Hutchings. Bob lived in the family home for 93 years with the exception of his years of service in the U.S. Air Force.

He met Dorothy in Estes Park in 1944, the summer before their freshman year of high school and enjoyed 69 years of marriage.

Bob (and Dorothy) continued the family trout farm that his father started in 1929, until 1981. This work stocked many lakes around the Rocky Mountain region and provided trout for the Brown Palace Hotel.

Bob was very involved in the South Adams County Volunteer Fire Department. He served as a volunteer fireman from 1950-1984. During this time, he held various positions including Fire Chief. He was also elected to the South Adams Fire Protection District Board from 1966-1993. He served in the executive leadership of the Colorado State Fireman’s Association beginning in 1970 and ending in 1976 as president. He was appointed by the Governor of Colorado to serve on the Fire and Police Pension Association Board from 1980 to 1986. He served in leadership of numerous other associations and boards, received many awards, and had a tremendous impact on the firefighting community. In his later years he served as the unofficial historian of the South Adams County Fire Department.

Bob was an avid sports fan all his life. He especially loved the Broncos and CU football and shared his love of those games with family and friends. In the 1980’s Bob and Dorothy began traveling and found a passion for experiencing new places and they visited all 50 states together.

Bob made friends wherever he went. His friendly spirit led to many lifelong friends. He was making new friends even in his final days.

Bob came to faith in Jesus later in life (75). His faith in Jesus had a profound impact on him. He was very involved in the churches he attended. He grew in his personal relationship with Jesus and looked forward to this day, being face to face with his savior.

Bob was a prolific storyteller. The family would be grateful if you would share your stories about Bob to honor him.

Memorial contributions may be made to Upon the Rock, a Christian camping ministry.

P.O. Box 1007 La Veta, CO 81055

www.upontherock.com