The Troopers Mourn the Loss of Pat Amann

On Tuesday, October 25th, Pat Amann, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, unexpectedly passed away. He was 54. Born to Beryl and Jill Amann of Pueblo, Colorado, Pat was a lifelong musician, hunter, and outdoor enthusiast. He graduated from Pueblo High School and later studied music at the University of Massachusetts. He is survived by his parents, his sister, his wife Katy, his daughter Anna, and his son Eli.

Pat was active in Drum Corps International and Winterguard International, having performed as a member of the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps from Casper, Wyoming, and later taught the Blue Knights Drum and Bugle Corps and Percussion Ensemble in Denver, Colorado.

“The Trooper family is saddened by the untimely passing of Pat Amann. As a member of the Troopers, Pat was focused, intense, and passionate... the same qualities which guided him as a beloved instructor for many years. Pat was a larger-than-life presence, but was always able to connect with people through his genuine and gentle nature. Pat's love for the drum corps activity gave him the opportunity to positively affect countless lives.” - Michael Ottoes, Troopers Executive Director

His memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 13th, at 2 p.m. at Three Trees Chapel,13416 W. Arbor Place, Littleton, CO 80127.

En-lieu of flowers, donations should be directed to the Blue Knights Drum and Bugle Corps, or the Troopers Drum or Bugle Corps.

For donations made to the Troopers, please visit https://www.troopersdrumcorps.org/donatenow or send a check to the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps, 1801 East E Street, Casper, WY 82601.