Eli Daniel “Dan” Mestas passed away September 12, 2017. He was born June 15, 1935 in Florence, Colorado to Eli Mestas and Sally Blanchard and was raised by his grandparents, Ben and Julia Leyba.
He proudly worked as a Transportation Manager at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs for over 36 years. Dan was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He fondly enjoyed his retirement by passing the time with his family and friends, creating long-lasting memories. He spent ten of those years traveling and enjoying many places with his beloved wife Julia, who passed away in 2001.
He later re-married and adored his wife, Gayle, with whom he shared fifteen years. Dan and Gayle shared a very special bond of love. Many evenings they could be found outside in their beautiful backyard sharing stories about life, family and fun.
In his younger years, Dan enjoyed the great outdoors, hunting, camping and fishing on his boat. He was a devoted Bronco fan and could always be found in front of his big screen T.V., enjoying the game with Gayle and his dog, Shadow close by. Dan was known to many for his funny jokes and enlightening sense of humor. He treasured his family dearly and loved each and every one in his own special way. He always held a special place in his heart for his twin brother, Joe and also his grandchildren, who filled his heart with joy and spirit.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Eli and Sally; grandparents, Ben and Julia; and children, Bob and Sally.
Dan is survived by his wife, Gayle; children, Daniel (Joey) Mestas, Lisa (Nacho) Sandoval; stepchildren, Eric (Michele) Fraass, John (Karen) Fraass, Paula (Brad) Krause; brother, Joseph (Priscilla) Mestas; sister, Vickie (Mike) Anderson; grandchildren, Caitlin Dageforde, Karly Padilla, Jace Sandoval, Abigail Fraass, Griffin Fraass, Lincoln Fraass, and Coleton Krause. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Dan’s loving spirit and kind heart will be missed by all and we will be united again when we are called home.
Memorial Mass, 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 15, 2017, St. Michael Catholic Church, Reverend Jesse Perez officiating.
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