Born December 28th, 1914, Ansley, NE. Passed peacefully on August 12th at home in Wheat Ridge after a full & wonderful life. Loving and devoted husband of Harriet (deceased), father of Vickie & Don Bloom, grandfather of Darren & Carmen Bloom. Special friend to Jackson, Bubba, and Tuffy. Also, thanks for the love and care by Peggy Merklin, "Tiny", and Hospice of St John. Celebration of life service Mon., Aug., 22nd, 3:00 pm at Olinger Chapel, Crown Hill Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, donations to Denver Dumb Friends League, 2080 S. Quebec St, Denver, CO, 80231. Condolences may be offered at CrownHillFuneral.com