Obituary of Rory Dennis O'Donnell

Rory O'Donnell was a colorful character widely known and recognized in the Colorado Springs community.For the last 45 years, Rory had been a justice and peace gadfly advocating for the poor and disenfranchised. He worked at the Soup Kitchen in the 1970's peeling potatoes and serving soup. He was a charter member of the Welfare Rights Organization, volunteered with many social justice groups and was a member of the Bijou Community.Rory was a faithful and committed member of the Secular Franciscan Order of Colorado Springs. He also spent much of his time in Mexico where he had a deep spiritual connection to the people and culture.Through the years, he travelled all over the United States with his children, often staying in Catholic Worker Houses along the way.An independent spirit, Rory was an outspoken Army veteran as well as a sign carrying pacifist. He requested that we remember him with these words: Tell people I loved the poor.Rory is preceded in death by his daughter, Francis.He is survived by his son, Walter Ralph O'Donnell, who cared for him lovingly in his last years; as well as his daughters, Cindy, Lori and Diane.Graveside Services, Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colorado, will be announced at a later date.Funeral Home:The Springs Funeral Services3115 East Platte AvenueColorado Springs, , COUS 80909 Events Visitation Monday, July 27, 2015 5:30PM - 7:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Service Monday, July 27, 2015 7:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855