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Elvera Paulek Obituary

Elvera "Alvie" Paulek passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025, at home, surrounded by family. She was 92 years old. A rosary will be recited on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Durango. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, March 01, 2025, at 10:00 AM, also at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Greenmount Cemetery.

Alvie was born February 6, 1933, to Dominick and Mary (Vitt) Piccoli in Durango, CO.She attended school in Silverton and Durango and graduated from Durango High School. She married Wm. Darrell Paulek on June 29, 1952 in Durango (Sacred Heart). Together, Alvie and Darrell owned and operated Paulek Refrigeration and Alvie also worked full time raising the family.

Alvie was active in the "Sage Hens" - a group of helpers for the La Plata County Extension. She was an active member of Sacred Heart. She loved camping and spending time with her family and travel, particularly to go watch the Broncos. With a family of 7 kids, she also was gifted in making her house a home where everyone was welcome, especially with her cooking. Sewing, quilting, canning, mushroom hunting and game hunting were all skills that she very much enjoyed.

She is survived by her children: Rhonda (Ray) Andrews, Nick (Jody) Paulek, Roxann Aulbert, Theresa (Bill) Waters, Renee (Stan) Reifschneider, Randy Paulek and Tyler Paulek; Grandchildren: Bryon, Michael, Kristi, Brady, Mindy, Tanner, Jason, Brad, Keegan, Tyson, Colton, Kaelen, Seth, Nicolas and Mitchell; 24 great-grandchildren and one bun in the oven; sister-in-law: Violet Piccoli; many nieces, nephews, extended family and wonderful friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband: Darrell; parents and siblings.

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Published by The Durango Herald on Feb. 25, 2025.

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Linda Norton

March 21, 2025

So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a great lady and Denny loved her.

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Ted Montoya

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Carol Blatnick

March 3, 2025

Such good memories I have of Alvie. She was one of the "Sage Hen" gals who helped me make it through those early years as a new mom and being new to the Durango community. We have all been blessed by knowing her. My sympathies to all of you.

Mary DeGuelle

March 2, 2025

My heart goes out to all of you! It's so hard to lose your mother. She is the heart of the family. Mrs. Paulek was the best bowler ever! We always had a good laugh and a whole lot of fun! You will truly be missed.

Dolores BarelaMiller

March 1, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Alvie was
Very Loving & Caring, may she RIP.

Roy and Suzy Horvath

February 28, 2025

We send our condolences.

Rose Janes and family

February 27, 2025

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear mother. Our thoughts are with you.

Lynda Norton

February 27, 2025

My deepest condolences to Alvie´s family. She was a very beautiful and blessed person. What a great family she raised. I´m sure heaven is rejoicing with her presence. God Bless You All.

Lynda Norton

February 27, 2025

My deepest condolences to all of Alvies family. She was a beautiful kind person and blessed everyone. What a great family she raised. God Bless you all

Myra Herrera Hunt

February 26, 2025

So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I always remember her with a big smile on her face. She sure did raise a great family. May her smile always be remembered and make you smile. Love you all!

Jean Vitali Carberry

February 26, 2025

Loved her so! She and mom were very close! Hugs to you all!!

Makenna Krake (Linker)

February 26, 2025

Theresa, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this time. The handful of times I met your mom were beyond joyful. She was absolutely sweet and I was excited to see y´all every time she came in.

Judi Willis

February 26, 2025

My deepest sympathy to all of Alvie's family. I have known her and her family for many years! She touched and influenced many lives and her big smile and warm personality will be deeply missed!

Deacon Van & Rosie VanCleave

February 26, 2025

Our thoughts & prayers go out to all of Alvie´s family. She was a beautiful lady with a winning smile and open arms to all who knew her. We have special memories of Alvie and there will be a new angel in heaven. RIP friend. You will be missed.

Phil, JoAnn Alcon

February 26, 2025

RIP. Sorry for your loss. Very kind lady. Phil & JoAnn Alcon. Cortez,CO.

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KC Carter & Gary & Kay Deluzio

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Ray and Flo Jaramillo

February 26, 2025

I've known Alvie and her family, most of my life, and have admired how special she was. There was never a time that she didn't have a smile on her lovely face, and a welcome hug from her arms. Her personality was one of love and welcome, to everyone that she encountered, and her Christian values were always manifested in her children. She always made me feel like family.
My heart aches for her family, and i will miss seeing her. Our community lost a beautiful friend, but heaven gained an even more beautiful angel.
Rest in peace Alvie. Tell my mom that I miss her.

Daniel

February 25, 2025

My thoughts to all of Aunt Alvie´s family and friends

She will be dearly missed.

Donald Bryce

February 25, 2025

My favorite Aunt. She was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew her. I will not forget all the good times I had staying at her place and all the lessons learned when under her care and somewhat close supervision. Aunt Alvie was known for the warmth, care, and love she shared with her family and friends. There will never be another like her.

Cathy Contreras

February 25, 2025

My condolences to all of Alvie's family. She was a wonderful lady & always had a smile on her face. I will miss seeing her a mass. She is an angel in Heaven for sure. RIP.

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28

Rosary

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church

254 E 5th Ave, Durango, CO 81301

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10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

254 E 5th Ave, Durango, CO 81301

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Burial

11:00 a.m.

Greenmount Cemetery

900 Cemetery Rd, Durango, CO 81301

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