Benjamin Wade Springer

Benjamin Wade Springer, age 32, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019 in Colorado Springs surrounded by his loving family.

Ben was born on November 12, 1986 to Robert and Gayleen Springer in La Junta, CO. He attended La Junta schools and graduated in 2005.

Benjo had an unmatched thirst for knowledge, loved to learn and was self-taught. He was skilled in multiple hobbies including art, graphic design, literature, history, film, music, and poker. He was a computer whiz. He lived up to his nickname “Ben-jammin’” bringing us joy by playing music and belting out tunes. He designed and published book covers for various authors. He was the absolute toughest trivia opponent. He knew no stranger, could talk to anyone, and befriended everyone he met. He told the best jokes, could make anyone smile, and was the constant source of laughter for those around him.

Ben was preceded in death by his father, Robert, grandparents, Frank and June Znidarsich, and special grandmother, Cruz Munoz.

He is survived by his adoring mother, Gayleen Springer, grandmother, LaVaya Garrett, aunts and uncles, Francine and Rodney Albrecht, Michael and Paula Engle, cousins Emily and Nick Willard, Gabriella Engle, special grandfather Mike Munoz, and his faithful companion, bulldog Lilly.

A memorial services will be held at Peacock Memorial Chapel on Friday, June 7, 2019 at 10:30am. with Reverend Ron Skorick of the First Christian Church officiating

How lucky are we to have something that makes saying goodbye so difficult.

Peacock-Larsen Funeral Home & Arkansas Valley Crematory is in charge of arrangements.