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Gilbert Litz Obituary

Gilbert Joseph Litz, 84 years, of Ignacio, CO, passed away peacefully in Durango on 7/6/2017. Gilbert is survived by his son Randall Litz; daughter Twyla Casados; grandchildren Leandro & Landis Litz; and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents Valvina Salazar & Pete Litz; son Gilbert Jr.; and his siblings Dave, Andy, & Mary. Gilbert was a Korean War Vet and proud of his service in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed fishing, and watching football & boxing. Gilbert had a sweet tooth, he loved German chocolate cake & strawberry malts. He enjoyed "outlaw" country music, such as Merle Haggard, but his favorite song was "Wooly Bully". Gilbert was loved and will be missed by his friends & family, who are grateful to have been part of his life.

A memorial dinner will be held 3:00 Saturday, 7/15/2017 at the SUCAP Ignacio Sr. Center.

Published by The Durango Herald on Jul. 10, 2017.
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My sincere condolences to the Litz family on the lost of your beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather. May the God of all comfort sustain everyone of you. Psalms chapter 34.verse 18.SINCERELY YOURS

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