Goldie “Yvonne” Chisman, age 87, a longtime resident of Ellicott, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at Brookdale Senior Living in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Yvonne was born on March 10, 1931 to Robert and Goldie (Alexander) Lippard in Clovis, New Mexico. At an early age she moved to Colorado with her mom, Goldie, and stepfather, Harry Frazier. She later met and married her husband, Gene Chisman, on July 20, 1950, who preceded her in death in 2016. They moved to Ellicott in 1957 where they helped with and later purchased Gene’s parents’ business, which allowed them many years of operation until the closing of the family business.
Yvonne spent many years in Ladies Club, where she enjoyed making food dishes and gathering with her friends, along with being involved with various church groups, church functions and prayer groups. She also loved reading, playing cards, bingo, listening to music and had a wonderful smile that could light up a room. Most of all she loved her family and cherished the many people she called friends.
She is survived by her children: Marna (David) Booker, Kevin Chisman, and Mark (Jackie) Chisman; 5 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Chisman; step-brother, Harry “Garky” Frazier Jr.; and son, Rodney Chisman.
A Celebration of Life will be held sometime in the spring. In lieu of flowers please consider making donations on her behalf to your local churches, a charity of your choice, or to Farmers State Bank in support of the community Flag Pole Monument in honor of Gene Chisman.
The Chisman family would like to extend appreciation to all family and friends who have shared their time and love with Yvonne. She may have been tiny in stature, but she will be forever remembered for her enormous caring nature and huge heart.
Debbie Oliver
25 Jan 2019What a beautiful, strong willed woman, Aunt Goldie you will be sadly missed by your family and all who knew you. Many happy memories of you as our Aunt growing up in Ellicott, things you did to make our lives so happy. A simple smile, kind words, and just the way you loved us all. Marna, and family just know that we are here, and feel your sadness at the passing of this beautiful, and caring woman. We all know she is with Jesus her savior, God Bless!! All our love to you all in this time of sorrow.
Vern and Linda Kaska
26 Jan 2019Our deepest condolences to all the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Walter Chisman
27 Jan 2019We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. James. Mary, Lacey and Walter
Ann Jardine
29 Jan 2019Our family loved Yvonne so much!! She was like a second Mom growing up and my Mom loved her so much. I smile thinking of them seeing each other in heaven…
Wendy and Leland Hoyle
30 Jan 2019One of the sweetest greatest ladies I ever knew… it was an honor to know her… like Rodney she always had a friendly smile.. she will be missed?