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Charles Mahaffey Obituary

Charles Leon ""Chuck"" Mahaffey, 84, of Cortez, Colo., died June 11, 2017 at his Cortez home. Born August 16, 1932. Services are being handled by through Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section. A service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 17 at Lewis Cemetery. Donations can be made to Guardian Angels, 925 S. Broadway, Ste 286, Cortez, CO 81321.

Published by The Journal on Jun. 12, 2017.
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I am so sorry to hear that Charles passed . My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Betty Jo Johnson

June 23, 2017

Daisy and family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Chuck's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sam Moore

June 20, 2017

Our condolences to Chuck's family. He was a good neighbor. We knew him for too short a time.

Morgan Allsup Family

June 20, 2017

Chuck was a good neighbor our prayers are out to the family

Rodney&Regina Willbanks

June 19, 2017

To the Mahaffey families, sorry for your loss

Ray Patterson

June 17, 2017

Daisy, Gary, and Joe We were so sorry to hear about Chuck. The family's are in our thoughts and prayers.

Steve and Patty Trudeau

June 16, 2017

Daisy, Gary, Joe and family, Sorry for your loss. You will see my name and remember me as the young girl that used to babysit your kids when you lived in Yellow Jacket. It was a pleasure to know you and your family. My sincere sympathy. Barbara and husband Gary

Barbara (wilson) Burke

June 16, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Chuck's passing. I always loved seeing him in the summers he always made my visits fun. Sending love and prayers. Wishing we could be up there. Love, Brandi, Richard, Nicole, and Crystal

Brandi Largent

June 16, 2017

We are so sorrowed by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Neil and Terri Jones

June 16, 2017

Please accept our sincere sympathy in Chuck's passing. He will be missed as a husband, father, grandfather and brother.

Lloyd & Fran Hartle

Friend

June 16, 2017

Please accept our sincere sympathy in Chuck's passing. He will be missed as a husband, father, grandfather and brother.

Lloyd & Fran Hartle

Friend

June 16, 2017

Tammy and Ken we have you in our thoughts and prayers. Love you guys

Diane and Jim Z

June 16, 2017

Sorry foryour lose. my god be with you and family . Love you alll Jim and Jeanene Moore

James moore

June 15, 2017

To the Mahaffey Families, With love, sympathy and fond memories, John and Nancy Porter Cortez, Colorado 6-15-17

John and Nancy Porter

June 15, 2017

Deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cecil Watson

June 15, 2017

We're very sorry for your loss. God bless you all.

Dan and Becky Norris

Neighbor

June 15, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mike and Judy Loyd

June 15, 2017

Daisy and family, so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. He was always such fun to be around. Mom and Dad thought highly of Chuck, well all of the Mahaffey clan to be exact! Hold onto your memories. Rest in Peace Chuck. Love to all Rosemary

Rosemary Donahoo

June 15, 2017

Clint Mahaffey Cousin

June 14, 2017

So sorry, prayers for the Mahaffey family !

Michael Mahaffey. Cousin

June 14, 2017

Chuck will be greatly missed he was a very good adviser on most everything we ask him about we learned lots from this wonderful man! May God be with you all and know he is up there having himself a good ol time .

Kenneth and Kathie Gorman

June 14, 2017

Chuck will be greatly missed he was a very good adviser on most everything we ask him about we learned lots from this wonderful man! May God be with you all and know he is up there having himself a good ol time .

Kenneth and Kathie

June 14, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss.

Denette R Peterman

June 14, 2017

My second dad RIP

Jake and Susie Honaker

June 14, 2017

Please accept are condolences. It was good to grow up with such good neighbors.

Sid&Hannah Carver

June 14, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. Chuck always made me smile when I would see him. I know he will be missed.

Carla Armstrong

June 14, 2017

Daisy and family, I am so sorry for your loss.

Karen Kingery

June 14, 2017

Daisy and family We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Leo and Janet Dennison

June 14, 2017

We're very sorry for your loss. God bless you all.

Bob and Donna Durant

June 13, 2017

Daisy & family: I'm so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. I think I spent more time at your house in the summer than mine when I was a kid. I have such wonderful memories of our families together. May you find peace in your memories.

Dixie Lee

June 13, 2017

Daisy and family, I am so sorry about Chuck's passing. He was such a good man and good friend to everyone. My love thoughts & prayers are with you all. Herma

Herma Watson

June 13, 2017

Daisy and family; I'm so very sorry for your loss. Chuck was a good friend and will be missed by all. Jean

Jean DeGraff

June 13, 2017

So sorry for your loss. May memories comfort you at this time and always. Sandy Bertrand Story.

Sandy Story

June 13, 2017

Daisy and all the Mahaffey family: My thoughts are with all of you in the loss of Chuck. Please let me know if I can help you. Chuck was a fighter but perhaps he is at peace now.

June Head

June 12, 2017

Daisy and family--I'm so sorry to hear about Chuck. I'll sure miss my hugs and "How's my girl". None of us are ever ready to let go. My prayers are with you.

Pam Thompson

June 12, 2017

Oh, M.B., Chuck ...your treasure beyond measure. Whispering a prayer for you....Love, In Jesus,

Cindy Irvin+

June 12, 2017

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