“Priest Slain by Bandits in Mexico City”
Reverend Juan Fullana (1893 – 1957) served Holy Family Catholic Church between 1936 and 1951. In addition to preaching services in Spanish, he helped the Hispanic community fight discrimination by providing jobs. He also brought Spanish films to Fort Collins, playing them in local theaters and the church. Fullana’s strong-willed personality commanded respected throughout Fort Collins. He was tragically killed in 1957 while preaching in Mexico, but his memory is honored through Juan Fullana Elementary School.
