Medrick John Rome
March 16, 1922 - May 23, 2016
Medrick Rome, born in Westwego, LA on March 16, 1922 passed away on May 23, 2016. He is preceded in death by his wife of 75 years, Ann Rome. Medrick is survived by his daughters, Anita (Jack) Purkey and Mayre Lou (Mark) Blanchfield; grandchildren, Dustin Purkey, Jill (Doug) Mandarich, Ashley (Brandon) Beard, Steven Blanchfield; great-grandchildren Dakota and Sydney Purkey, Denin Madalynn Mandarich and soon to be "Baby" Beard. Medrick is a WW II Veteran who severed in the Navy. He was talented in many ways and will especially be remembered for his cooking and carpentry skills. His secret recipe for Bloody Marys has gone with him. Medrick enjoyed camping and fishing all around Colorado. Donations to Colorado Parks and Wildlife in lieu of flowers will be greatly appreciated. A graveside service will be held at Roselawn Cemetery on Friday, May 27th at 2:00pm.
Medrick Rome, born in Westwego, LA on March 16, 1922 passed away on May 23, 2016. He is preceded in death by his wife of 75 years, Ann Rome. Medrick is survived by his daughters, Anita (Jack) Purkey and Mayre Lou (Mark) Blanchfield; grandchildren,... View Obituary & Service Information