obituary

Bob J. Pagano, 45, born Nov. 3, 1956, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly Sept. 23, 2002. Survived by his loving wife, Karen Pagano; children, Justin, Brian, Andrew and Candice Pagano; parents, John J. Pagano and Mary Jo Pagano (Jerry) Stewart; and sisters, Kathy Pagano (Rocco McCall), Julie (Ron) Courtney and Jonna Pagano. Also survived by father- and mother-in-law, Mel and Marie Allen; sisters-in-law, Linda Genovese, Patricia (Fred) LaSavio and Theresa Allen; aunt, Vita (Gus) Willeke; uncles, Frank (Connie) Pagano and Richard Taulli; nephews, Luke, Dustin, Geno, Nick, Zachary, Scott and Bobby; nieces, Julie E., Julie G. and Stephanie; great-aunts and -uncles, Josephine Occhiato, Jenny Taulli, Josephine Perricone and Sam Geonetta; godfather, Tony Gradishar; stepbrothers, Justin and Howard Stewart; and stepsister, Jeanine Stewart, as well as numerous other relatives and friends. Though his time on earth was short, he came into our lives and touched everyone he came near. Bob graduated from South High School in 1975. He fulfilled his lifelong dream of owning and managing his own restaurants, "Pass Key Highway 50 West" and "Pass Key On The Go." Bob was an avid supporter of St. Therese Church and School. He loved camping, fishing and traveling with his family. He also loved "Big Boys Toys," cooking, the Broncos, the Rockies and his dog "Jed." Bob was a devoted husband and father and was loved by everyone who knew him and will be greatly missed by all. Visitation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mass of Celebration, 10 a.m. Saturday, Shrine of St. Therese. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church hall following the interment, where a luncheon will be served. In lieu of food and flowers, memorial donations may be made to the "Bob Pagano Memorial Fund" in care of the funeral home office.