Ira Paul Daigle, age 84, of Fort Lupton, Colorado passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021. Ira was born November 30, 1936 in Denver, Colorado to Nell Rachel Bland and Barton Lawrence Daigle. He was one of 10 children, having one sister, Ramona, and 8 brothers, Lawrence, Malcolm, Walter, Francis, Gailon, Barton and Dearold.
Ira took great pride in living in Denver for his entire life. He began working at a young age for the family business. Later in life he achieved his GED. Ira worked most of his life, and was a member of the Sheetmetal Industry for the Local #9 for 65+ years.
Ira met his wife, Mary Lee, while their children shared the same babysitters. Their marriage was special because they focused on their family and keeping their family together - "his kids", "her kids", and "our kids" - Gene, Chris, Mike, Tom, Don and Doug. Together they also have 15 Grandkids, many Great Grandkids and one Great Great Grandkid.
Ira was known for and will be remembered for the love he had for his family. Spending time with his family was one of Ira's favorite things to do, as well as collecting cars and antiques.
Visitation for Ira will be held Wednesday, March 24, 2021 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Olinger Highland Mortuary, 10201 Grant St, Thornton, Colorado.
Funeral service will occur Wednesday, March 24, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, 10201 Grant St, Thornton, Colorado.
Graveside service will occur Wednesday, March 24, 2021 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM at Evergreen Cemetery, 200 E 168th Avenue, Broomfield, Colorado.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude's Memorial Fund,
Rocky Mountain Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or a Charity of your choice, in remembrance of Ira.
The links will be provided below.
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