"So sorry to read of June's passing.The Red Hatters missed her when she moved.I'll always remember her "life experience" stories that she told and her outgoing personality.She had a wonderful smile.I hope, I too, will be able to live such a full life and enjoy it as well as she did.May God bless your family. Catherine Weigold A Red Hatter Friend"
In loving memory of
JUNE L. SCOFIELD
June 15, 1912 - February 4, 2013
June L. Scofield, age 100, formerly of Columbia City, Indiana passed away at 3:19 a.m. Monday, February 4, 2013 in Dunlap, Tennessee.Born June 15, 1912 in Rosemont, Nebraska, she was the daughter of Claus and Gertrude Estella (McWilliams) Rose, Jr.
June grew up in Stratton, CO graduating with the class of 1929 at the age of 17.In September, 1929she enrolled at the University of Colorado, in Boulder, until January, 1931 at which time returned to Stratton to teach in a one-room, eight grade country school north of Stratton.June started teaching third and fourth grades in Stratton in 1934.During this time she met the love of her life and future husband Gerald R. Scofield in 1936 when he came to teach in Stratton.They were married June 6, 1937 at her parents home and enjoyed 65 wonderful years together.It is a comfort and a blessing to know that they are together again.
In 1941 they moved to Grand Junction, CO where Jerry was employed at Mesa Junior College while June served as a substitute teacher and secretary at Grand Junction High School.Jerry was hired by the University of Colorado in 1946 and they moved to Boulder CO.In 1948 Jerry and June bought a Sporting Goods Store in Boulder.They owned and operated Gamelines Sporting Goods until 1974 when they decided it was time to retire.During their retirement they traveled, played golf and enjoyed life to the fullest until Jerrys passing in 2002.
In 2004, she moved to Columbia City to be with her daughter.The slower pace took some getting used to, but she met some wonderful people during her time there.She attended First Presbyterian Church prior to its closing, joined the Old Bats in Red Hats and had the honor of being their oldest Red Hatter, and joined a wonderful weekly Bible Study Class at the United Methodist Church and felt honored that they included her in going for coffee afterwards.She was so happy when she found people who played her beloved game of bridge and they met weekly at the Senior Center.Her very special friend and caretaker Carolyn (George) Rubrake made sure she was always spoiled and saw to her needs at any given time.
In 2009 she accompanied her daughter to Tennessee.June was affectionately known as Grandma to everyone she met. While in Tennessee she was able to continue her vanity days and going out to eat weekly.She thoroughly enjoyed going to the high school basketball games in which 5 of her step great grandchildren participated and felt honored to have a designated seat. Basketball was dear to her heart and each game brought fond memories of days past for her.June frequently made comments and shared stories of her husbands playing days and coaching days.
June was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Boulder for 67 years, serving as an elder, possibly the first female elder the church had and was a member of various Womens Circle Groups at the church over the years.She served as a Pink Lady at Boulder Community Hospital, was a faithful member of the Buffalo Bells, and a member of the Boulder Country Club since 1947. She enjoyed golf, playing bridge and going to CU football and basketball games.
She is survived by her son Jerry Scofield, II of San Juan Capistrano, CA; daughter Mary Rose (Dan) Cartwright of Whitwell, TN; grandchildren, Tracey, Scott (Sophia) & Kristen (Scott); 6 great grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren and 12 step-great grandchildren.In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by brothers, Justus Claus Rose, John Boyd Rose, and sister Maye Rose Blodgett.
A visitation will be held on March 12, 2013 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Boulder, 1820 15th Street, Boulder, CO.A Funeral service will immediately follow at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend John Hess officiating.Burial will follow at Mountain View Memorial Park, 3016 Kalmia Avenue, Boulder, CO.Memorials may be given in memory of June to the First Presbyterian Church of Boulder.Envelopes will be available at the church.
Tributes
"Our thoughts and prayers are with You.Aunt June certainly had a full wonderful life.Her obituary was well done.Thank You and God Bless You All.See You on March 12th. Our Love and Sympathy, Delbert and Cheryl Scofield "
"Dear Mary, Please accept my sincere sympathy to you and your family upon the passing of your mother. She lived a good long life of 100 years...quite a milestone! It sounds as though she lived a very full and happy life and was loved by so many. May the good memories you have of her live in your heart forever. God Bless, Greg Fahl"
"I was saddened by the news of Junes death.She was a joy to know and to call a friend.As a member of the Tuesday Morning Bible Study group and coffee group, I learned what a beautiful and interesting person she was. We all enjoyed her smile and her zest for life.God has added another angel to his kingdom. Gods blessing to you and yours. Sincerely, Sue Harker"
"Mary, So sorry for your loss of MOM. June was a special lady. I enjoyed the times I got to be with her wish I could have known her better. Carolyn shared many stories of her time with her so I feel I knew her well. God Bless and Comfort you in this time of sorrow.Your friend Ciny Rubrake"
"Mary, So sorry for the loss of your Mom. I know she will be greatly missed. I'm glad I was able to meet her and wish I could have known her better. Caolyn has shared many stories about her time with June. God bless and comfort you in this time of sorrow. Your friend Cindy Rubake "
"Mary and Family, Your Mom was such a wonderful lady.My husband and I loved playing bridge with her.She was interested in everything. She often spoke about her family and in everything she said and did she showed how much she loved you.She was so proud of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.I know that your Mom is with God and that he will take care of you and comfort you in the difficult days ahead. Please let me know if I can do anything to help. I love you. Kathy "
"May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief. Randy Grimes and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home "