Everyday Hero!

Dee Castandeda and Denise Preuit

Dee Castandeda Custodian I – Facilities Management

Dee was nominated by Brenda Duffy of CSH Health Network-Counseling Services. Here is what Brenda had to say about Dee and Denise Preuit (his co-worker):

“I look forward to seeing Dee and Denise’s friendly smiles throughout the day as they not only do their job, but on numerous occasions go above and beyond for our staff in Aylesworth Hall NW.

They “make my day” and for this and their outstanding work ethic, I consider them Everyday Heroes.” Dee has been employed in his present job as a custodian with CSU for one year. Prior to this position, Dee worked in Housing and Dining Services for 11 years in various positions. Dee is a native of Fort Collins and worked in construction and landscaping jobs before coming to CSU. Dee has coached numerous sports through JAA and the Fort Collins Park and Recreation department over the past years. He enjoys sports and enjoyed coaching some of the teams his children played on. Dee and his wife have been co-owners in a bail bonds business in Fort Collins for the last 6 - 7 years. His family enjoys camping and they try to camp 2-3 times during the summer. One of Dee’s favorite campground sites in Colorado is the North Michigan Reservoir. Dee also enjoys reading has a hobby. When asked how he feels about being nominated for an Everyday Hero, Dee said the past year that he has worked in Facilities, he truly feels appreciated. The Aylesworth staff and students appreciate the work they do. Some of the staff has sent emails to his boss commending Dee and Denise of their good work. Dee is thankful to his boss for communicating and thanking him for his good work on an individual basis too.

Denise Preuit Custodian I – Facilities Management

Denise was nominated by Brenda Duffy of CSH Health Network-Counseling Services. Here is what Brenda had to say about Denise and Dee Castandeda (her co-worker): “I look forward to seeing Dee and Denise’s friendly smiles throughout the day as they not only do their job, but on numerous occasions go above and beyond for our staff in Aylesworth Hall NW. They “make my day” and for this and their outstanding work ethic, I consider them Everyday Heroes.” Denise has been employed in her present job as a custodian with CSU for almost one year; she will celebrate her one year anniversary on October 14th. Prior to working at CSU, Denise was a manager of a dog day care center in Fort Collins for over 15 years. Denise has been in the dog training business for over 25 years. Denise’s husband brought her to the university. Kyle Preuit has worked in Facilities Management for over 36 years. He will be retiring from CSU at the end of this month.

Denise loves animals and considers animals her main hobby. Denise has been involved with Larimer County 4-H for many years. She is currently the dog superintendent. As superintendent, she hires judges and helps run the dog show during the Larimer County Fair every summer. She has been the sheep superintendent in past years. Denise teaches dog classes at The Ranch in Loveland and also at her home in Wellington. Denise also shows horses and barrel races. When asked how she feels about being nominated for an Everyday Hero, Denise said, “my father always told me to do the best you can do no matter kind of work you do.” Denise has remembered that throughout her working career whether working in dog training or as a custodian at CSU. Denise said the staff and students in Aylesworth Hall are very friendly. She said many students say “hi” to her on a daily basis. Denise is thankful to Brenda for nominating her as an Everyday Hero.

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