Bob “Bogdan” Vunovich Obituary – The Pueblo Chieftain – Pueblo Chieftain

Bob “Bogdan” Vunovich

Lakewood – Bob “Bogdan” Vunovich, beloved husband, brother, stepfather, uncle and friends to many, passed away peacefully at his home in Lakewood, Colo., on Jan. 24, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Stojanka Djukanovic; his brother, George (Chub) Vunovich; stepson, Harry Ciruli Jr.; step-grandson, Kevin Ciruli; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Margaret (Margita) Vunovich; parents, Stanisha (Stan) and Sophia Vunovich; sister, Mildred (Al) Giaccio; and brothers, Steven (Mary Rose) Chubrillo and Milan (Lorna) Chubrillo. Born in Pueblo Colo., on Aug. 25, 1932, Bob enlisted in the Navy and after serving four years, as a Yeoman, he returned to Colorado. Bob’s academic career began as a teacher at Keeting Jr. High School (Pueblo), and later as a teacher/administrator at Southern Colorado State College (Pueblo). Bob went on to complete his graduate studies and was ABD (all but degree) with a PhD in statistics. He worked until retirement with the Department of Energy in Washington D.C. Bob was extremely devoted to the Eastern Orthodox Church and in particular St. John the Baptist Serbian Orthodox Church in Lakewood, Colo. Bob served not only in many church communities but also as a cultural repository for the Serbian immigrants to America. He kept many archives of family members and the larger Serbian community. Bob was always generous and mentored many people during his lifetime. After retiring and moving back to Colorado, Bob and Margaret established the Bogdan i Margita Vunovich Charitable Foundation, which provides college scholarships to Orthodox Christian students, particularly of Serbian decent. Bob and Marge’s legacy will help a new generation learn to lead and serve their communities. 40 Day Memorial, 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 5, 2022, at St. John the Baptist Serbian Orthodox Church, Lakewood, Colo., followed by a reception. Call for additional memorial information, 303-730-2975.

Bob “Bogdan” Vunovich

Lakewood – Bob “Bogdan” Vunovich, beloved husband, brother, stepfather, uncle and friends to many, passed away peacefully at his home in Lakewood, Colo., on Jan. 24, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Stojanka Djukanovic; his brother, George (Chub) Vunovich; stepson, Harry Ciruli Jr.; step-grandson, Kevin Ciruli; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Margaret (Margita) Vunovich; parents, Stanisha (Stan) and Sophia Vunovich; sister, Mildred (Al) Giaccio; and brothers, Steven (Mary Rose) Chubrillo and Milan (Lorna) Chubrillo. Born in Pueblo Colo., on Aug. 25, 1932, Bob enlisted in the Navy and after serving four years, as a Yeoman, he returned to Colorado. Bob’s academic career began as a teacher at Keeting Jr. High School (Pueblo), and later as a teacher/administrator at Southern Colorado State College (Pueblo). Bob went on to complete his graduate studies and was ABD (all but degree) with a PhD in statistics. He worked until retirement with the Department of Energy in Washington D.C. Bob was extremely devoted to the Eastern Orthodox Church and in particular St. John the Baptist Serbian Orthodox Church in Lakewood, Colo. Bob served not only in many church communities but also as a cultural repository for the Serbian immigrants to America. He kept many archives of family members and the larger Serbian community. Bob was always generous and mentored many people during his lifetime. After retiring and moving back to Colorado, Bob and Margaret established the Bogdan i Margita Vunovich Charitable Foundation, which provides college scholarships to Orthodox Christian students, particularly of Serbian decent. Bob and Marge’s legacy will help a new generation learn to lead and serve their communities. 40 Day Memorial, 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 5, 2022, at St. John the Baptist Serbian Orthodox Church, Lakewood, Colo., followed by a reception. Call for additional memorial information, 303-730-2975.