May 23, 1933 ~ January 15, 2019
Born in: Las Animas, CO,
Resided in:
Manzanola, CO
Carol O. Cortner (Reese), 85, passed away on Tuesday, January 15th, 2019 in Ordway,CO.
Born on May 23, 1933 in Las Animas, CO she was the daughter or Orza Waterman and Martha Speakman.
She is survived by her daughter, Cindy Mallamo of Denver, CO, her son Logan (Tara) Reese of Pueblo,CO and her daughter Kathleen Brown of Pueblo,CO, as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Grandchildren are Cerise and Anisa Mallamo, Brian and Erin Baker and Amanda and Carol Ann Brown. Great grandchildren, Tristan Lane, Trenton and Zaiden McClean and Natalie and Tanya Diaz. Carol was very close to her nephews, Vernon and Vincent Alvarez. She was staying with friends and caregivers, Tina Lane and Felicia Ann of Rocky Ford, CO before she entered into the Crowley County Nursing Center. The family is thankful for their generosity during her time of need. Carol also had a wonderful long time friend, David Iddles of Manzanola, CO who was with her holding her hand as she took her last breaths. We are forever grateful to David for being with her when we could not.
Carol was a long time resident of Manzanola, CO and Pueblo, CO. Carol owned The Country Kitchen restaurant and also The Hen House restaurant in Blende. When she retired from the restaurant business she ran a Veterans Home in Manzanola.
Her last few months were spent in the care of the Crowley County Nursing Center. The family appreciates all of her caregivers from the Nursing Center. Per Carol's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time. In the summer of 2019, the family will have a Memorial service. Please reach out if you would like to be notified of the date and time.
I have such fond memories of a “favorite Aunt.” My Aunt Carol was always a very special person to me, and I cherished her as part of my family. She was the person I would go to when I had questions about our family, and she would give me her insight – and, of course, her opinion. She lived a very full life, with many adventures and experiences. I remember her restaurants, her “home for retired men,” her goats, and the time she babysat my sister, just as a few examples. I especially enjoyed visiting her during the recent time that I lived in Colorado. She will be missed by many, many people, and I send condolences to Cindy and Logan and their families.
Carol was a favorite Aunt of mine, and I cherished the time I was able to spend with her during the last few years. I would go down to Manzanola and visit with her, and we would reminisce about “old times.” Any time I had a question about someone in the family, she would tell me all that she knew. She was a very strong influence in my life, and I always looked forward to seeing her again. I will miss her greatly, and I wish the best for her family.
Carol was a favorite Aunt of mine, and I cherished the time I was able to spend with her during the last few years. I would go down to Manzanola and visit with her, and we would reminisce about “old times.” Any time I had a question about someone in the family, she would tell me all that she knew. She was a very strong influence in my life, and I always looked forward to seeing her again. I will miss her greatly, and I wish the best for her family.
Tristan would like to say, I miss my grandma so much and i can’t believe she is gone. I will miss her but know her in my memorys. I love you grandma. I would like to send our condolences to the family of a wonderful lady. She was a very caring person. She would tell us stories that she would reminisce in her life growing up, about how she took care of children and adopting, and having her son. She loved you all no matter what. My heart is broken that she is gone. Tristan and I love you. You will be missed, but in our house you will not be forgotten.
Carol took care of our veterans for many years. She was the most caring and giving person. I am proud to have known her and be her friend. We went through a lot together and I hold a special place for her in my heart. ♥️
Carol knowing you and being your friend for the last 10 years was a highlight of my life I will never forget.I will never forget the good times and bad and how we made it thru them with each others support.
Thank you for being in my life and will see you again one day.Fly high with the angels and know I’m always thinking about you.
With all my love David Iddles
We miss you so much grandma and now you can be with rockey your bestfriend we all love you very bnb much and miss you.