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Sanford Colbert Obituary
Deacon Sanford Lee Colbert, Jr., age 81, of Merrillville, formerly of Gary, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart. He is survived by his wife, Idalia Berry Colbert of Merrillville; two sons: Sanford A. (Crystal) Colbert, Sr. of Dyer and Ivan M. (Dawn) Colbert of Dumfries, VA; one daughter, Rev. Gloria Lagail (Rev. Ricardo) Barksdale of Merrillville; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one brother, John L. (LaVerne) Colbert of Gary; one sister, Dixie Hunter of Eufaula, AL; two brothers-in-law: Alphonso Berry and Albert Berry, Jr.; four sisters-in-law: Alberta Gray, Gloria (Bill) Robinson, Amy Parks, and Mary (Ronald) Hunter; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 21, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Friendship Baptist Church, 4756 Melville Ave., East Chicago with Rev. Rodney Golson, Sr., Pastor and Rev. Wayne Hudson officiating. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park, Hobart. Visitation will be Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Friendship Baptist Church from 4:00-8:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Life service from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Deacon Colbert was retired from Inland Steel and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Hinton & Williams Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Edward Crisp
November 26, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dorothy Crisp
November 26, 2011
My condolences to the Colbert Family & may he rest in eternal peace.
Ed Alston
November 25, 2011
When the gates swing open Dea:Colbert will walk on in and recieve his just reward.R.I.P. my brother in Christ.
November 25, 2011
Mrs Colbert,Gloria,Arnold and Ivan:We share your sorry in the passing of Mr Colbert.We were just in Gary to attend our Father's funeral a few months ago,and saw you guys.We hope the fond memories of Mr Colbert will give some comfort.We know in our hearts his memories live on as well as all of you guys will.Growing up as our neighbor,we will cherish.Prayers to you all.Keith Williams(San Diego,CA),Kim(Williams)Brewer,Arlington TN
Doris J. Williams
November 21, 2011
To the entire Colbert Family.I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr Colbert,As your neighbor I share your sorrow.I hope that you all will find comfort in his memories,My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Mary Williams and Family
November 21, 2011
We as former neighbors of the Colberts,share with the entire family in the loss of Mr Cobert.We stayed two doors down from them(Mary Williams,and her children Keith Williams, and Kim(Williams)Brewer).We hope you all find comfort in knowing that he is at rest now,free from the troubles of this world.No more pain,sadness,sorrow again. Much prayer and continued Blessings to you all.
Prudence and Wanda Scott
November 21, 2011
To The Colbert Family:
Our sincere condolences are with you all as you celebrate the life and mourn the passing of Deacon Sanford Colbert.
May God comfort you all,
Prudence and Wanda Scott
Judy Hall
November 21, 2011
"Blessed are the pure in heart..." for he is with God. Sanford was a gentle man and a gentleman, he will be missed. May you find peace and comfort in memories.
Dorothea Kirklen
November 20, 2011
To the Colbert family, The heavenly choir needed a tenor-Sanford said I'll go-send me,The Lord agreed and said good & faithful servant well done-you may join the choir. I will miss your voice from singing down here but I know you"ll be waiting up there. We all loved you down here but God loved you best. I will keep your family in prayer always. ALL IS WELL!!!
November 20, 2011
To Mrs. Colbert, Arnold, Gloria, and Ivan, we the Walker family feel your lose only to well. Your Husband and father were Mr.Walker's friend. We know for a fact that God is a comforter! It will take a while before the heartache is nothing more them a memory, but God will carry you through.
Asalee & Sallie Walker
November 20, 2011
To Mrs. Colbert, Arnold, Gloria, and Ivan, we the Walker family feel your lose only to well. Your Husband and father were Mr.Walker's friend. We know for a fact, that God is a comforter! It will take a while before the heartache is nothing more them a memory, but God will carry you through. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Theta Robinson
November 20, 2011
To the Colbert family, we the Robinson's family of Texas feel your lost you lost a husband, father and grandfather, we lost a friend, brother in law and uncle. Words can not express how we feel right now, we LOVED him to the very end. He might not here in body but his spirit lives on in us, we will never forget him. And we will keep you guys on speed dial.
Marion & Sharon Anderson
November 20, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Friendship M.B. Church Intercessory Prayer Ministry
November 19, 2011
Until we meet on the the other side.
Patricia Humphrey
November 19, 2011
To the Colbert family.
God was missing an angel and he came and got Deacon Sanford Colbert.
God is your strength and your GOD,,
Gerry Pugh
November 19, 2011
To the Family of Deacon Sandford Colbert ,
We keep you in our Hearts & Prayers in your time of sorrow.
May God Bless & Keep You
Sis Gerry & April Pugh
Jackie, Robert Covington
November 18, 2011
To my family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you even though we are miles away. May God keep you and strenghten you during this time of bereavement.
Elaine Bonner
November 18, 2011
To Gloria and the Colbert family, my prayers are with you in your time of bereavement. The Scott, McFarland, and Christmas family will keep you in our prayers and my the lord grant you peace. Your loveone touched many lives and the Lord said well done my good and faithful servant. He is with his heavenly father awaiting for his loveones to join him one day.
Doris Brooks
November 18, 2011
We offer our heartfelt condolences to the Colbert Family during your time of bereavement. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Special thanks for Mr. Colbert being there for our family in our time of need.
Doris Brooks & Family
Robyn Pugh-Dunlap
November 18, 2011
I offer my heartfelt condolences to the Colbert Family at this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
D Winslett-Burkes
November 18, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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