Richard Vivoda, 78 passed away Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020. Survived by Alice, his loving wife of 57 years, daughters Stana (Bob) Anderson, Vicky Vivoda, & Val (Manny) Ortega, grandchildren Samantha & Mitchell Ortega, brother Mark (Ethel) Vivoda, brothers-in-law, Tom (Kay) Dorrance, & Charlie (Sharon) Dorrance, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, & special friends. Predeceased by parents Mark & Stana (Stella) Vivoda, and parents’ in-law, Sam & Alice Dorrance. Rich was a graduate of Central High School (1959), Adams State College (BA), & Western State College (MA). He had an extensive 34-year education and administrative career with Pueblo School District 70. He was a former baseball and football coach at Pueblo County High. He was Principal of South Mesa Elementary for many years before retiring as Principal of Rye Elementary in 1997. He was an athletic standout in high school and college and inducted into the Greater Pueblo Sports Hall of Fame in 1984; Pueblo Softball Hall of Fame in 2009; & Adams State University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2013. He was an avid sportsman, fisherman, golfer, and pool player. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and gaming in Laughlin & Las Vegas, NV. His favorite pastime was watching multiple sports on his multiple big screen TVs. He never missed a play! He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather and will be lovingly remembered by all. Many thanks to our special neighbors and friends for their never ending care and assistance. At his request, there will be a private burial service. In memory of Rich, donations can be made directly to Sangre de Cristo Joni Fair Hospice House Pueblo, CO. Online condolences www.imperialfunerals.com
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