Clarence Vialpando

April 28, 2020

Clarence Vialpando, 77, of Golden, passed away on April 28, 2020. His death is the doorway to a new way of living with God. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio & Frances Vialpando; God-parents, Charles & Martina Autobee; parents-in-law, Loran & Cecelia Chavez; family members, Nettie & Joe Barela, Shirley & Joe Chavez, Josephine Barela, Arlene Vialpando, Frank Vialpando; numerous other family members and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 55 years Karen; children, Brian Vialpando and Michelle (Chad) McGarvey; God-children, Judy Autobee, Rob Chavez, Regi Shannon and Crystal Chavez; family members, Jess & Martha Vialpando, Jean Vialpando, Randy & Sharon Vialpando, Sharon & Ernie Villasenor, Larry & Vicky Chavez, Jerry & Bobbi Chavez, Gene Chavez, Alan & Randi Chavez. Clarence graduated from Pueblo County High School in 1960. He then attended the University of Texas at El Paso and Southern Colorado State College. He was a Psych Tech CSH and also worked for several Federal Government agencies where he enjoyed helping his clients. He retired in September 2004. After retirement he experienced great joy in taking trips and cruises, especially seeing Pope Francis at the Vatican. He enjoyed watching the Broncos and Rockies games and “going up the hill” to gamble. He also enjoyed playing his guitar and singing. He always enjoyed working on his home and yard. He could do and fix and anything. Clarence was a very giving and caring person who was devoted to his family. His true “Life Story” was his children, Brian and Michelle. He was always there to help them with all their activities and homework. He was very proud of all their accomplishments and especially the wonderful adults they had become. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.