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William M. Downey

July 2, 1943 — August 17, 2024

Pagosa Springs

William Marshall “Bill” Downey of Pagosa Springs, CO went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ in the early morning hours of Saturday, August 17th, 2024. Bill was born July 2nd, 1943 to Marshall and Bessie Downey. He married his lovely bride, Jane on Christmas Eve, 1967. They raised 2 daughters, Stacie Barks (Tim) and Sara Kirkham (Robert) and have 4 grandchildren; Keagan Kirkham, MacKensie Kirkham, Harris Kirkham and Hank Barks.  

Bill joined the Colorado State Patrol in July of 1972 and was stationed in Pagosa Springs were he served his entire career, retiring in 1998.  He actively served his community being among the first class of EMTs, he was a charter member of the Hospital Board, and County Commissioner.  He loved taking pack trips in the high country, cowboy poetry, geneology, politics, thought provoking conversations, and his family. He will be greatly missed.

His service will be held Saturday, September 21st at 10:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in Pagosa Springs.

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Saturday, September 21, 2024

10:00 - 11:00 am (Mountain time)

Community United Methodist Church

434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

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