Shirley Pusedu
July 3, 1936 ~ June 28, 2023
Born in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Shirley Pusedu, 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 28, 2023. She is survived
by her devoted children, Dan Pusedu, De (Marty) Gersick, John Pusedu, Mike Pusedu and Rae Ann
(Mike) Blazer; grandchildren, Maria (Jason), Tony, Jahna, Mia, Trevor (Alea), Santino; great-
grandchildren, Ty, Chase and Tenisyn; sisters-in-law, Joann Virant and Elaine Pusedu; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her husband, Ray Pusedu; parents, Victor and Mary Jacques; siblings, Dolores
Wilking and Eugene Jacques; and endless extended family members.
Shirley was born and raised in Pueblo, Colorado where she graduated from Central High school in 1955.
Soon after, Shirley married the love of her life, Ray Pusedu. During their 62 years of marriage, they were
blessed with five children and grandchildren who became the center of her world.
Shirley touched all those that were part of her life, both within and outside of the Pusedu family. She
received no titles, degrees, or awards in her unwavering loyalty and hard work. Instead, she allowed the
light to shine on all those around her. Aside from her extreme humility she was gifted in all her hobbies,
which included drawing, interior decorating, ceramics, cooking, sewing, and baking. Shirley dedicated all
of her spare time to strictly volunteer work at her children’s and grandchildren’s schools and activities,
in addition to her summers working with the Creative Arts entries at the Colorado State Fair.
Special thanks to her unwavering caregivers, Adrianna, Cyndra and Mayra; the dedicated staff at
Bonaventure Senior Living along with Abode Hospice.
Funeral Mass, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023, at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 414 W. 11 th St.,
with Fr. Steven Murray officiating. Entombment, Roselawn Cemetery.
Donations may be made payable to the Buell Children’s Museum, in memory of Shirley Pusedu.
Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com
Services
Funeral Mass: July 6, 2023 9:30 am
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
11th St. & Grand Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-1552
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Dear Rae Ann,
I was so sad to hear of your Mother’s passing. I have a very special place in my heart for her. My condolences to you and all of your family.
Dear De and family.
I was sorry to see your mom passed away. I just saw it. Your family is a wonderful family raised by your mom and dad. Many memories. God bless you. Hugs.
My heart goes out to all of the family! Rest in Peace and prayers for the family
Shirley was a very special lady. I had such fun working with her at the Fair. She will be missed. My deepest sympathy to your family.
I am so so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful Momma. Sending my love to all of you during this difficult time.
I am so so sorry to hear about your beautiful Momma. 😥 Sending my love to you all during this difficult time. ❤️
Dearest Pusedu Family, your Mom was a bright light to all who knew her. Her beautiful spirit will live on and on in all of your hearts!!! Our deepest sympathy to all🙏
Danny, De, John, Mike and Rae Ann, So sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mother. Our families go back a long way. You can bet they are up there singing, dancing, eating lots of pasta and with all of our loved ones. We know that they are at peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Many memories with the Pusedu family! Mrs. Pusedu was a wonderful lady! May all her family and friends take comfort in knowing she was very appreciated and respected. She is now back with Mr. Pusedu and at peace.
John and I can’t express the sadness we feel for all of you. I remember the goodness and simplicity of your mother’s.
life. She lived for all of you always; and even managed to share some of that warm love with me. Our Heavenly Father will designate her a “good and faithful servant. Our prayers are with you and your families.
Flora and JohnC. Lenhart Jr.
She was a special lady. I had such fun the summers I worked with her at the fair. She always had us all in stitches. She will be missed.
Dear Puseda family,
So sorry for your loss. I recently lost my mother, and your family was there for us. I hope you all can find peace in your time of sorrow and comfort in knowing she is reunited with her loving husband.
Monica Barden
When I think of Mrs. Pusedu, I think of her beautiful smile and her contagious laugh. She was always so kind, and I loved being in her presence. My condolensences to the Pusdedu Family. Sending all of you peace and love. <3
Shirley you were the best role model for me as a child and adult. Always laughing and joking with your kids. My deepest sympathies to your family. The world is less bright without your smile.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs P. She was a loving, caring and generous woman. I have so many wonderful memories of being with her and your family. Her amazing home made sauce, pizza from Sam & Rays or just having a good time at the house. I will always cherish those times and am grateful of how they shaped my life. Our deepest sympathies and Gods peace.
Dave Shaddy Family
Mary Dremel In our teenss we all hung around together and had so much fun. We both delivered babies on the same day, August 12th and the Fathers were all in the wating room playing cards.. such fun memories
So sorry for the families loss. We are thinking about you here in Cincinnati. Love the Richeys.
Rest in Peace Shirley.
Sandy (Wilking)Martin
Shirley was my aunt. I remember going to the cabin and moving the out house. We went to the state fair and it took us about an hour to get in because she knew everyone and had to introduce me to them. I have so many great memories I can’t put them all down. She was a great and loving aunt. ❤️
Sandy (Wilking)Martin
Shirley was a beautiful lady inside and out and my dear friend to me and my wife Terry Shirley will be missed by me and a multitude of other people Always had a smile , a kiss , and a hug when we seen her Such a beautiful soul God Bless Shirley Pusedu Say hello to our other dear friend Ray Pusedu So glad that you are together again
Such a great lady so much fun. She and Ray had a wonderful life. I’ve enjoyed knowing the family. Shirley was always volunteering at the fund raisers South High benefited . Always there with a smile on.
liebe Nana,
es ist so schade das ich dich nicht nochmal sehen durfte! aber meine positiven Erinnerungen bleiben- du warst immer die liebenswerteste, starke und beste Oma die man sich so im leben wünschen durfte! du bleibst in meinen Gedanken unvergessen. Ich hoffe du bist da oben gut gelandet und dir geht es gut ! ich schaue in die Sterne und denke an dich jeden abend an dich, während mir tränen über das Gesicht laufen …. unvorstellbar das ich dich nie wiedersehen darf! ich werde dich so sehr vermissen und kein wort der welt kann diesen schmerz ausdrücken
Dear Nana,
It’s such a shame that I wasn’t allowed to see you again! But my positive memories remain – you have always been the most lovable, strong and best grandma you could wish for in life! You remain unforgotten in my thoughts. I hope you landed well up there and you’re doing well! I look into the stars and think of you every evening, while tears run down my face …. unimaginable that I can never see you again! I will miss you so much and no word in the world can express this pain
May you rest in peace sweet Mrs. Pusedu … you always brighten the room when you walked in. Your smile was a graceful welcome. You will truly be missed. God bless the Pusedu family
Carmine and Paul Dalton
Our Dear Mrs. Pusedu, no matter when we walked into the house her beautiful smile and laugh welcoming us in. Always in our hearts and memories. I know my mom was so happy to welcome you to heaven with a
“Hi Shirl. “