MaryAnn Eichman

MaryAnn “MAC” Eichman was born on December 13, 1942, in Denver, CO. She passed peacefully at home on August 19^th, 2023, in Broomfield, CO, surrounded by her daughters and close friend.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Elsie Crowe, husband Elmer “Ike” Eichman and son-in-law Joesph Sadlik, and grandson Benjamin Likes, along with her four-legged friend, Ivy.  She is survived by her former husband, Joseph DeBell, sister, Geraldine Leck, daughters Valerie Sadlik (Joe Reichel) and Shelly (Jeff) Likes, granddaughter Libby Booton (Blake Watters), nephew Dennis Fisher and his son Logan.

MaryAnn graduated from North Denver High School in 1960 and received an associated degree in Accounting from Red Rocks Community College. She worked for the Colorado National Guard and the Federal Government at the Department of Reclamation and Department of Energy. When MaryAnn and Ike moved to Mesa AZ for a couple of years, she briefly worked for an interior design company.

MaryAnn retired in March of 1997 to spend time with Ike by traveling and remodeling their homes. She stayed active in her retirement by doing things she loved:  watercolor painting, flower arranging and traveling. She shared her love of traveling with her daughters and granddaughter.  MaryAnn traveled to beautiful places such as China, Hawaii and Europe. She loved taking Ben and Libby on a fun Disney Cruise in 1998 and a large family cruise to Italy in 2006. MaryAnn’s greatest joy was traveling to watch her granddaughter’s dance competitions.

MaryAnn faced many health challenges throughout her life. Few people knew the extent to which she struggled. Her joy for life and feisty spirit kept her pushing through the pain. Through her, we know what resilience and perseverance truly look like. 

She leaves behind her loving family, remarkable life-long friendships and wonderful memories.

To honor MaryAnn, please wear your favorite animal print to the service.