John R. Naylor II
August 9, 1937 ~ August 15, 2023
Born in:
Denver, Colorado
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
John R Naylor II, 86, was born to John R. and Leola Naylor, a veterinarian and a homemaker in Denver, Colorado on August 9, 1937, passed away August 15, 2023. John attended Colorado A&M (Aggies)and then Denver University where he received his law degree in 1962.
John was blessed with a loving family. He married his beautiful wife Joanne in March of 1959 in Denver, Colorado. He had the good fortune to receive a job as Assistant City Attorney in Pueblo, Colorado and moved to Pueblo where they raised 3 children. He later became a part of the law firm, Lattimer, Robb and Naylor. He eventually struck out on his own and enjoyed a 46+ year relationship with Hank Geisel at their firm, Naylor and Geisel.
John felt a close bond with the many people he worked with. It wasn’t easy for him to retire because he felt he was needed. He was loved and respected by so many. There have been so many words used to describe John: an original, honorable, truthful, respectful, knowledgeable, down-to-earth, humble, ornery, lovable, a passionate man with a sense of humor and legal acumen.
John made quite a name for himself…..
John is survived by his wife, Joanne; children, Rich (Debbie) Naylor, Bonnie (Rick) Willits and Greg (Jodi) Naylor; his grandchildren, John Naylor (Quina), Ian Naylor (Minna), Keenan Willits (Carla), Grant Willits (Shaylee), Hunter Willits (Abby), Kyle Naylor (Elaina) and Darian Naylor (Blaine); and great-grandchild, Ayla Naylor.
Celebration of Life, 11 a.m. Thursday, September 14, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church, 220 W Tenth St Pueblo, CO 81003.
Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com
Services
Memorial Service: September 14, 2023 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church
220 W. 10th Street
Pueblo, CO 81004
719-542-1552
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We are sad to hear about John. He was our attorney for many,many years as well as a friend. You could always count on him to be knowledgeable and willing to help with all your legal issues. John was also a lot of fun.Football games were a hoot and the many Friday evening dinners something to look forward to. He a
always had a humorous story or a joke to tell us. It is with a sad heart that we send our condolences to his family and beloved wife, Joanne.
Bob and I were so sad to hear of John’s passing. He was our attorney for many years. He always was a pleasure to work with and so competent. He will be missed. Our sincere condolences. Bob and Carol Centa
The Al Craddock Family remembers John. Al practiced law in the Thatcher Bldg and those of us who are still alive remember my dad speaking of him kindly and highly. Love and peace to the family