In Loving Memory

Amelia Harper

Resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado
July 25, 1932 - November 3, 2019

Obituary

Amelia Harper, longtime resident of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away after a life beautifully lived. A devoted caregiver and storyteller, Amelia Harper had a gift for making people feel seen, valued, and loved. We are grateful for every moment shared.

Created with love by Zoey Smith

Age 87
Born in San Francisco, CA
Lived in Colorado Springs, CO
Served in the United States Army

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Life Story

A Life Remembered

Amelia Harper lived a life defined by love, purpose, and connection to the people around them.

Early Years

From their earliest years, Amelia Harper demonstrated a natural warmth that drew people near. Raised with strong values, they carried a love of family and community that would define everything they did.

Family & Relationships

Amelia Harper is survived by beloved family members who were the center of their world.

Life & Interests

Amelia Harper found great joy in simple pleasures — good food, great company, music, and being outdoors in Colorado Springs.

Favorites

Coffee in the morning, walks in the park, family dinners, and a good book.

Special Moments

Family gatherings, holidays, and quiet evenings at home stand out as the moments Amelia Harper treasured most.

Milestones

Marriage, parenthood, career achievements, and a lifetime of service to family and community.

Legacy

Amelia Harper's greatest legacy is the love they gave so freely and the lives they helped shape. We are better for having known them, and we honor their memory by continuing to live with the same grace they showed us.

Favorite Quote

Do all the good you can, for all the people you can, in all the ways you can, as long as ever you can.

Events

FUNERAL SERVICE

Tulip Garden Funeral Home

August 4, 2023 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Public Event

Directions Add to Calendar 08/04/2023 9:00 AM 08/04/2023 2:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Remembering Amelia Harper Remembrance day of Amelia Harper
Event Name: Funeral Service
Event Information: Public Event
938 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, USA

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Grace Cathedral

August 11, 2023 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Public Event

Directions Add to Calendar 08/11/2023 3:00 PM 08/11/2023 7:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Remembering Amelia Harper Remembrance day of Amelia Harper
Event Name: Celebration of Life
Event Information: Public Event
938 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, USA

Eulogies

Amelia's Son

On behalf of the family, I stand here today with a heart full of gratitude and grief as we remember Amelia Harper. Born in 1932 in a time that shaped a generation of hardworking, compassionate individuals, Amelia lived every year with intention and love.

Amelia was the kind of person who made the ordinary feel extraordinary. A walk, a meal, a simple conversation — all became something special when Amelia was there. They brought humor in dark times, steadiness in moments of uncertainty, and unconditional love in all seasons of life.

We do not say goodbye today — we say thank you. Thank you, Amelia Harper, for every sacrifice, every word of encouragement, and every moment of love. Colorado Springs, CO will not be the same without you, but we carry your light with us wherever we go.

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Tributes

Linda Castillo

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 5:33 AM

Amelia Harper touched my heart in ways I cannot fully express. I am so grateful our paths crossed. Their memory will live on in every life they touched, including mine. Wishing the family peace and comfort in the days ahead.

James Holloway