Pamela Sue Rose, 72, departed from the mortal realm on February 4, 2026 in Westminster, CO surrounded by her family’s love.
Pam was one of those people who walked with quiet dignity and grace, working behind the scenes to make the world a better place. Born on October 17, 1953 in Oakland, CA to Raymond George Bodenham and Betty Ann Bodenham, she graduated from Quincy High School where she quickly established her lifelong pattern of living with humor (and outside traditional rules). Eventually, she made her way to Reno where she worked at Harrah’s and Boomtown casinos as a dealer and pit boss.
Pam moved to Crestone in the 90’s, arriving with her young son, Michael, and partner, Richard. She came to Crestone with a unique gift, in most places, it would be scoffed at, but in Crestone she was embraced. She was an extraordinary and prolific channel, communicating with a group of beings she called “the lighted ones.” She provided communications to people around the country, and seeing her in trance communication once was enough to make you realize that the experience was genuine.
However, like many Crestonians, she cobbled together a living by working at the old Sage restaurant, at the POA, and also served as a volunteer firefighter. She acquired a nickname that stuck throughout her life: “Perfect Pam.” She could be persnickety about almost everything she did, but also, you knew that the product that resulted from that effort would always be the best.
An avid proponent of community stewardship, she served on the board of Neighbors Helping Neighbors for years, ensuring the community’s less fortunate received care. An extraordinary baker, gardener and steward of the land, Pam taught anyone interested how to grow, cook, and preserve in this uniquely-difficult environment. She was also passionate about growing (and teaching others to grow) plants prolifically in a grow dome, many of which she built over the years both in Crestone and throughout the country. Her continued example of selfless altruism helped encourage the free meal program in Crestone.
Pam is survived by her son, Michael and his wife (the “daughter she never had”) Lydia. She also leaves behind grandsons Alex and Evan, siblings Raelyn, Glenn, and Kevin, sisters-in-law Sara and Sandy, nephews Brad, Jaramie and Kyle, nieces Brianne, Amanda, and Geneva, and aunt Joann and uncle Dennis. Also left behind are grand nieces and nephews and too many lifelong friends, extended family members, and kindred spirits to name. They all touched her life and meant more to her than could be expressed in trite print. She was preceded in death by her father and mother.
Pam’s light will continue to shine for decades to come through the people’s lives she has touched and their ripples outward. Goodbye Pam; you are loved, and will be missed by all until we meet again.
A celebration of life will be held in the Denver area on Sunday, March 1. Details will be shared on Facebook. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local food bank in Pam’s honor if you feel so called.
Pam was one-of-a-kind, uplifting and inspiring. I met her in 2000 when my sister gave me a session with Pamela. Over the years we texted and talked about everyday things, and her graceful ways were always at the forefront.
In the last several years we texted almost daily, and she loved telling me about her grandsons and family get togethers.
I will miss her presence a great deal. 🙏♥️
I loved my beautiful sister-in-law. I am so grateful for the time we had together in the end, sharing her life and stories. Hey Pam, keep that visual of the candy bars strapped to your thighs!! I love you and miss you deeply. What a beautiful light you are shining on those above.
Pam was an incredible force in this world…Standing by her convictions always, while always being kind to everyone she met…Our relationship started when we were both 17 and fresh out of high school…Roommate’s…and went from teenager’s to adult’s together…We were again roommates in Reno and that was a crazy ride full of fun and love…We both eventually married and moved to different places and lost contact…Another friend of ours (Glenn) sent a picture to me one day of me and Pam sitting on the beach at Washington Town on the river…That picture brought back all my love for her and I contacted her family member and got her address and sent her that picture…We immediately reconnected like we had never been apart.
Pam, I will always carry you and your life in my heart…I will think of you every day and I will talk to you every day…You kept me going thru my hard times and the death of my husband…You were the best cheer leader…I will do that for you too, until we see each other again.
I met Pamela when she came to Idaho ten years ago to build my dome greenhouse. We instantly became friends which continued through the years. I valued our friendship and appreciated her kindness and spiritual guidance. It meant so much to me. I’m going to miss her very much. May her sweet soul rest in peace in the afterlife. Much Love.