Geneva A. Abkes
February 25, 1924 ~ June 30, 2014
Geneva A. Abkes
Geneva A. Abkes was born 2-24-1925 in Prairie View Kansas. She was married to Romaine H. Abkes in Aug of 1950. They were blessed with 4 children that blessed them with 12 grandchildren who went on to bless them with 19 great grandchildren. As a women of God she would start each day reading her Bible, setting an example that when you put God first, He always provides for you (as He did for her through all the years). Some of her other favorite things to do throughout her life were going to church taking care of her family playing the organ or piano at church in the mountains or at home, crocheting, baking bread, pumpkin bars or cooking. She helped with office work and errands for many years for her husband who had a landscaping business She will be missed by many but never forgotten. With a true heart of gold she always made sure that her family was okay. She prayed for her family everyday, sometimes multiple times depending on the situation knowing that God was always the answer. We love you Mom!!!
Visitation was held on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the Bullock Colonial Chapel from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 10:00 am at the Bullock Colonial Chapel with interment following at Fort Logan National Cemetery where Geneva will be laid to rest with her husband Romaine.
Family and friends are encouraged to share stories and photographs of Geneva here on her website. (click appropriate tab above)
Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Geneva Abkes Memorial Fund (funeral expenses) care of Bullock Mortuary. Please make the check out to Evelyn Fausz.
Aunt Gen's family, we want to extend to you our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mom and grandma. She will be greatly missed by all. We are sorry we can not make it for the memorial service, but be assured that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that god is faithful, and He will comfort you in your sorrow. Bob and Lynn Koops and family