In Memory Of
Leo E. Colby
1934
2016
Leo E. Colby
June 4, 1934 — April 28, 2016
Leo E. Colby , 81, of Lakewood, passed away April 28, 2016.
He was born June 4, 1934 in Sterling, Kansas, the son of Grant and Frieda (Heitzmen) Colby. He proudly served as a Corporal in the US Marine Corps during the Korea Conflict and was Honorably Discharged in 1957. On July 22, 1957 he married Mary Lou Dickson in Lyons, KS. He worked for UPS as a driver for 26 years, retiring in 1995. He loved to travel, especially to Hawaii. He was an avid John Wayne and California Angels fan.
Leo is survived by his Wife, Mary Lou Colby; Son, Michael E. Colby; Daughter, Marie E. Colby; Four Grandchildren, Kirsten (Justin) Owens, Amanda (Anthony) Rodriguez, Stephen (Krista) Colby, Susanna (John) Santos; Six Great-Grandchildren, Brandon Colby, Hailey Colby, Layton Owens, Julie Rodriguez, Ryleigh Rodriguez, Caden Owens, and a 7th Great Grandchild on the way, due to arrive in September. He is preceded in death by Father, Grant R. Colby, Mother, Frieda Colby, Sister, Marie Mahoney, Sister, Thelma Garrison, Brother, Raymond Colby.
He will always be known for his sense of humor and laughter. He was known throughout the country by the nickname of "Trouble". He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Open Doors USA, PO Box 27001, Santa Ana, CA 92799 or Nazarene Bible College, 1111 Academy Park Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80910-3704.
To share a memory of Leo or leave a special condolence message for his family, please visit the guestbook below.
He was born June 4, 1934 in Sterling, Kansas, the son of Grant and Frieda (Heitzmen) Colby. He proudly served as a Corporal in the US Marine Corps during the Korea Conflict and was Honorably Discharged in 1957. On July 22, 1957 he married Mary Lou Dickson in Lyons, KS. He worked for UPS as a driver for 26 years, retiring in 1995. He loved to travel, especially to Hawaii. He was an avid John Wayne and California Angels fan.
Leo is survived by his Wife, Mary Lou Colby; Son, Michael E. Colby; Daughter, Marie E. Colby; Four Grandchildren, Kirsten (Justin) Owens, Amanda (Anthony) Rodriguez, Stephen (Krista) Colby, Susanna (John) Santos; Six Great-Grandchildren, Brandon Colby, Hailey Colby, Layton Owens, Julie Rodriguez, Ryleigh Rodriguez, Caden Owens, and a 7th Great Grandchild on the way, due to arrive in September. He is preceded in death by Father, Grant R. Colby, Mother, Frieda Colby, Sister, Marie Mahoney, Sister, Thelma Garrison, Brother, Raymond Colby.
He will always be known for his sense of humor and laughter. He was known throughout the country by the nickname of "Trouble". He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Open Doors USA, PO Box 27001, Santa Ana, CA 92799 or Nazarene Bible College, 1111 Academy Park Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80910-3704.
To share a memory of Leo or leave a special condolence message for his family, please visit the guestbook below.
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Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
5:00 - 8:00 pm (Mountain time)
Newcomer - West Metro Chapel
Service
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Starts at 10:00 am (Mountain time)
Lakewood Church
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