Elia John Bagale M.D.
July 9, 1943 ~ July 31, 2025
Born in:
Flint, Michigan
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Elia John Bagale, MD, who left us on July 31, 2025, at the age of 82. Dr. Bagale is predeceased by his parents, George and Dorothy Bagale; and his wife, Suzanne Bagale. Dr. Bagale was a treasured father to Jennifer and Daniel, and a doting grandfather to Joshua and Jeffrey. He also leaves behind his beloved son-in-law, Jeff, and his cherished sisters, Beth Roberts and Rosanne Bagale. Dr. Bagale’s life was filled with meaningful contributions, both professionally and personally. Dr. Bagale was born on July 9, 1943, in Flint, Michigan. He attended the University of Michigan Medical School and served in the US Air Force as a Major after completing a residency in Internal Medicine. After moving to Pueblo, Colorado, he practiced Internal Medicine for nearly four decades and cared for many patients. When he wasn’t providing patient care, he could always be found woodworking and enjoying life in his cabin in South Colony Creek. Upon retirement, Dr. Bagale was a compassionate caregiver for his ailing wife. Dr. Bagale was loved by many patients and all of his South Colony Creek friends. He loved family get-togethers and holiday dinners and loved bringing presents to his family’s dogs, Gunner, Yeti, and Kodiak. He lived a life marked by dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to his family and community. A celebration of life for Dr. Bagale will be held for friends, family, colleagues, and patients at 2 p.m. on September 6, 2025, in the Montgomery & Steward Banquet Hall. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his legacy of kindness, wisdom, and love will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. A special thank you to Erin Beatty, Dr. Good, Abode Home Health, and the exceptional nursing staff at St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center. Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com
Services
Celebration of Life: September 6, 2025 2:00 pm
Montgomery & Steward Banquet Hall
1317 N. Main St. (Upstairs)
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-1552
http://www.montgomerysteward.com
With love,
Anita, Saundra, Deborah and Pamela Jenkins
My condolences for your loss of a great human being. I worked for Dr Bagale for many years on Lake Avenue. He was the most kindest man/physician/employer I have ever known. Once he met a person, he never forgot their name and never was too busy to stop and speak. I will always remember him, Rest in peace my friend! He is now with his loved ones. Rest easy Dr. Bagale!
Dr. Bagale was one of a kind. He took care of me and my husband Ron until he retired. We were always welcome at his home whenever we stopped by. Ill miss him so much as I kept checking on him after Ron passed.
In our thoughts and beliefs, we were two peas in a pod. John was not only a huge intellect but the kindest and most compassionate human being one could be. He meant a great deal to his patients, but even more to me as his sister. We lived many miles apart but were as close as two siblings could be. I’m so proud of the human being that he was, his ability as a physician and his service to our country.
My only condolence is that he’s once again reunited with his beloved Suzie-Q, as I often called her.
May you rest in peace, my dear brother, and have “creek time” as much as you wish for eternity.
Your Sister Forever
Beth
Dr Bagale was one of the kindest Doctors that I was privileged to know. I was a PRN
Nurse in the office and also the hospital.
One of the “good ole boys “!!
He will be forever remembered .
Dr Bagale was our doctor until his retirement. He was a caring doctor and an excellent diagnostician. He was also our mountain friend with whom we shared many wonderful memories. He will be missed by us and all of his mountain friends.
Dr. Bagale was my doctor for many years until he retired. He was the best, don’t make them like he was any more.
I was blessed to know Dr. Bagale! My family were some of his earliest patients, as many were from the comments I am reading. He was the best person, doctor, friend, and we still were going to dinner with him until he got really sick. He was passionate about his family and friends, all of whom are going to miss him greatly. I know I will! My sympathies to Jennifer and Daniel and family.
Dr Bagale was our doctor and friend for over 40 years. He truly was one of a kind always so caring and loving to us and never too busy to visit. He was a brilliant man with a humble heart and such an amazing physician! He will be missed dearly! My deepest sympathy to the family!
Dr Bagale was one of a kind not only as a physician but as a dear friend to our family for over forty years! Always caring, kind, loving, truly a brilliant man with a humble heart! He will be dearly missed
Dr. Bagale was our family Doctor for as long as I can remember. We are heartbroken over his passing. He was one of a kind. May he rest in peace.
Donna Maes
Dr. Bagale was my doctor for many years, he found my heart and kidney problems. And I believe he saved my life twice.
My Mother worked in his office and enjoyed every moment. He was a kind, wonderful Man.
Such a wonderful man and great physician. I was honored to have worked with him for many years. My deepest condolences to his family and friends 🙏