Gertrude “Ginger” Stribling passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 20, 2024, at the age of 89.
Ginger is survived by her husband, Blaine, of 57 years; her son, Jim (Sherry) Laughlin; grandkids: Marcy, Megan; her son, Jeff Laughlin; her son, Gerald Laughlin; grandkids: Gerald, John, Teresa; her daughter, Sheri (Jeff) Sherod; her son, Blaine (Tina); grandsons: Logan and Jordan. She was Aunt Gert to many nieces and nephews.
Ginger was born on July 18, 1934, in Trinidad, CO, to Claude Mathieu and Margaret (Synder) Mathieu. She grew up in Trinidad, CO and was the youngest of 6 siblings. She lived in various areas including Texas, South Carolina, Louisiana, California, Germany, New Mexico and Denver, CO. She moved to Colorado Springs, CO, in 1976. Ginger was primarily a homemaker but worked at K-Mart Corp. for 20 years before retiring in 1997.
Ginger deeply loved her husband, her 5 kids, her 7 grandkids, her 5 siblings, in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and her friends. She lived a full life and enjoyed spending time with family. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on February 5, 2024, at Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 East Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910 followed by interment at Evergreen Cemetery, 1005 Hancock Expressway, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903.
Dian Hofmeister
3 Feb 2024I have no words! Ms Ginger came into my and Ally’s life as a neighbor and departed my life as a dear friend and adopted “Mom”. We shared a lot of laughs and a meal or two. She will be missed by all who knew her. It is for sure God received an angel with tiny little horns! 😊🥰
Kim Stutzman
5 Feb 2024Sweet, sweet Ginger. Always a kind, warm smile. I think one, if not my favorite patients!
Love to Blaine and all of the family.
Kim (Dr. Z’s office)