Velma Mae Arndt-Pacatte, age 70, of Cedaredge, Co., passed away
Feb. 20, 2012 at her home. Velma was born May 27, 1941 to John
Rudolph and Charlotte (Grace) Larkins in Denver, Co. She spent her
childhood and received her education in Fruita, Co. Velma married
George F. Pacatte in Denver, and he preceded her in death. She
later married Alvie C. Arndt and he passed away Feb. 14, 1981.
Velma had also resided in Thornton, Co., prior to living in
Cedaredge, where she made her home until her time of death. She
had a love for animal and had raised many horses. She enjoyed
doing ceramics and spending time with family.
Surviving family members include her son, Mitcheal D. Arndt of
Cedaredge, Co; daughter, Sondra J. Nichols of Loma, Co. Funeral
Services were held on Feb. 24, 2012 at 11:00 am at Crippin Funeral
Home Chapel, with Pastor Paul Nystrom officiating. Velma was laid
to rest in the Cedaredge Cemetery in Cedaredge, Co. Songs were
“Walking after Midnight” by Patsy Cline, and Pastor Paul Nystrom,
sung “Wings of a Dove” and “Amazing Grace”. Arrangements were
under the direction of Crippin Funeral Home & Crematory,
Montrose, Co.
