Joseph Shea Lolli

Joseph Shea Lolli, age 64, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2014 in Denver. Survived by his wife, Linda Lolli; children Ryan (wife Kelly) Lolli of Charlotte, NC and Dacia (husband Tom) Henshaw of Littleton, CO; grandchildren Lena, Aubrey, Rowan and Olivia; best furry friend, Clark Kent; and brother Jimmy Lolli of Topeka, KS. Joe was born in Shreveport, LA to James and Mary Elizabeth Lolli. He grew up in Topeka, graduating in 1968 from Topeka High. Joe attended Kansas State University and remained a loyal fan to the K-State Wildcats. He served as President of The Civitan Club of Topeka and was involved with the Special Olympics. He retired from AT&T in 2010 after over 35 years of service. In retirement, Joe drove a school bus for Shawnee Hts. School District. Joe, Linda and Clark moved to Colorado in May 2012. He enjoyed all the outdoor activities Colorado has to offer including hunting, camping, fishing, and skiing. Joe was a loving ""Papa"" to his grandchildren, cheering them on at swim meets, softball and basketball games. He also enjoyed wood-working and photography. Joe will always be remembered as a loving and devoted friend, husband, father and papa. Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2014 at 2pm at The Chapel at Red Rocks, Morrison CO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to The Civitan Club of Topeka.