Hannelore Pecore

Born on January 5, 1940, in Kassel, Germany, Hannelore grew up with her parents, Christian and Irene Neuroth. Her early years were marked by trauma as she and her parents endured the horrors of World War II.

After the war, Hannelore flourished as an exceptional student and athlete in the small village of Haina. She pursued a career as a beautician and found joy in ice skating, dancing, cooking, reading and playing the violin. Later in life, she was known for growing beautiful flowers and her gardens were her pride and joy.

In Haina, she met her soulmate, Edward F. Pecore, of Shawnee, Oklahoma who was serving in the Army. Their love story culminated in holy matrimony on August 30, 1958.

Hannelore embraced her role as an Army wife, and along with her husband, Ed, they welcomed three sons into their lives: John in 1959, Tom in 1960, and Ron in 1961. One memorable incident she often recounted involved her trip back to Germany alone in 1962 aboard a U.S. troop ship with three boys in diapers and they were all seasick.

Hannelore’s love for her andopted American life led her to master the English language by watching episodes of “I Love Lucy” and television commercials. She was known for her sharp intellect, efficiency, and always embracing her German culture and heritage . Together, they embarked on a journey across Europe and resided in various states, as Ed was stationed in different locations. Her most cherished Army experience was when Ed was assigned to the White House during both the Johnson and Nixon administrations.

Hannelore became an ideal “boys’ mom,” encouraging her sons to engage in sports, hunting, and fishing. She had a special fondness for fresh trout and often found herself preparing them in a frying pan immediately after the boys returned home.

After Ed retired from the Army as a Sergeant Major in 1982, they spent a few years in Shawnee before moving to Larkspur, Colorado in 1999 to build their dream home. Tragically, Ed passed away in 2003, prompting Hannelore to relocate to Norman to be closer to her grandchildren.

Hannelore is survived by her sons, John and Brenda Pecore of Lawtey, Florida; Thomas and Jama Pecore of Norman; and Ronald and Nalene Pecore of Castle Rock, Colorado. Her grandchildren include Amanda Woolverton and her husband Forrest of Colorado Springs; Samantha Grimes of Norman; Andrew Edward Pecore and wife Abby of Wichita, Kansas; and Tyler Pecore and wife Callie, and Ashley Garcia of Denver, Colorado.

Hannelore also had five great grandchildren: Jace, Bryce, and Kayson Grimes of Norman, Oklahoma; Porter and Hannah (her namesake) Woolverton of Colorado Springs.

Hannelore will be remembered for her striking beauty and unwavering determination to live a full and independent life until the very end. Her impeccable sense of style was evident in every outfit she wore.

Funeral services will be held in the chapel at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church in Norman on Thursday, October 30th at 10:30am. Hannelore will be interred at the Ft. Logan National Cemetery, where she will be reunited with Ed and they will dance in the presence of God for all eternity.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following veterans support organization: Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, ATTN: Development, 3101 Wilson Blvd, Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22201.