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Colton Durbin Obituary
Colton T.
Colton T. Durbin, age 17, of Temperance, MI passed away Thursday, October 24, 2013, in Mercy St. Vincent's
Medical Center from injuries suffered in an automobile
accident. A senior at Bedford High School, Colton played defensive cornerback for the 2013 undefeated Bedford Kicking Mules varsity football team. The son of Mark A. and Mary (Kettinger) Durbin, he was born June 12, 1996 in Toledo. Colton loved to clown around and enjoyed making people laugh. He had a passion for sports since he was 4 years old. Colton had a huge, loving, and caring heart. He truly loved his family and friends so much, they were his life. He will be greatly missed by many.
He is survived by his loving parents, Mark and Mary;
sisters, Alexa and Jenna; grandmother, Joanna (Schwaiger) Kettinger, and many loving cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Allan and Jean (Recker) Durbin, Eugene Kettinger, and uncle, Terry Kettinger.
Visitation will be Sunday, October 27, 2013, from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. in Urbanski's Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Avenue, Temperance, MI where the Funeral Service will be held Monday, October 28, 2013 at 2 p.m., officiated by Pastor, Richard Deisler.
Burial will follow in Bedford Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bedford High School Athletics Programs.
The family would like to
extend a special thank you to the staff at Mercy St.
Vincent's Medical Center for all their care and to the
Bedford Community for their support.
Online condolences may be shared at
bedfordfuneralchapel.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Colton Durbin
Steve Hamm
November 1, 2013
Mark and Family, I was very saddened to hear of the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Hamm and Family
Cindy Weiland
October 31, 2013
Colton will always be in my heart and I will miss him everyday. Mark, Maryjo, Alexa and Jenna, I can't express enough how sorry myself and family are for your tremendous loss. We don't have to be blood to be family. You will always be part of my family. We love you all. May God help you through this.
Bonnie Dunton
October 29, 2013
Mark and Family, I am so sorry for your loss,,, I will say a prayer to ask God if he will help you and your family get through this.
tam hyter
October 28, 2013
i just want to say i am very sorri 4 the loss of your son...i didn't even no Colton but i live here in temperance and it has touched home......i pray that god will give all the family and friends strength to get through this very tough time..hugs
Thomas Clarke & Family
October 28, 2013
Mark & Family
So sorry to hear of your loss of Colton.
kristen zgorzelski
October 28, 2013
Words can never explain the pain when you lose a loved one. Prayers to the Durbin family and everyone who is effected by this tragedy. Colton was a very loved person and he will be dearly missed! R.I.H CD3 Your memory lives on!!!
Debbe Stall
October 28, 2013
MARK and FAMILY, You where Blessed 17yrs of Colton's precious Life..He left sooner then you had ever expected..This may be the hardest thing you have every endured.You are a strong Family,and you will get through this: My heart was touched by all this with great sadness..My prayers will be with you to lift you up, for many days to come..Every time I saw Mark at Work or in the store or even the Pumpkin patch every fall season. You was so proud of all your Children and all they have become..Always had a smile on your face..You and Mary Jo raised them well..May Jesus be your comforter as you call on His mighty Name..There is no other name that can go so deep His Name is Jesus ..May He be your strength may He be your everything..Through this very sad time of your life's.
Chris and Michele Ohneck
October 28, 2013
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you today. The Ohneck family
Gail Kowalski
October 28, 2013
So sorry for your loss. May all the joyful memories bring you comfort and peace.
Jennifer Campbell
October 28, 2013
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the Durbin Family. From all of us here in Bedford and class of 2014. Love , The Campbell's
Jenni Aponte & Family
October 28, 2013
Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers go out to your family. My Son is 16 and Colton was in one of his classes this year. His last memory of Colton was him laughing and joking in class the day before the accident. He was an amazing young man and will be greatly missed by all. May God Bless You and give you strength. We will keep your family in our prayers.
October 28, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. I did not know him personally but have come to know what a wonderful young man he was...He is loved by many and will never be forgotten. God Bless all of you.
Former Bedford High Graduate
Mike harrington
October 28, 2013
My heart goes out to you.
May your family have courage and find peace.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
October 28, 2013
We send you our prayers to you and all of your family. Even though we had never met Colton, all of the comments we have been hearing about him, what a great person he was. We are so sorry. Carl&Lori DuVall
Mary Whiting
October 28, 2013
Mark & Mary Jo and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Yvonne Clark
October 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
The Whitehurst Family
October 28, 2013
The Durbin Family
Our hearts are heavy & saddened by your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time and give you all the strength to carry on. I wish I knew you to hug you in hopes of making you feel a little better. You're in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Shelley Stadniczuk
October 28, 2013
Durbin Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I can not think anything could be harder than losing a son. My thoughts and prayers are with you during and on going through this very difficult time. May the Lord give all of you the strength to endure the days, months and years ahead.
Sue & Bob Joyce
October 28, 2013
Mark & Mary Jo....
In this heart wrenching place we are today, we know that no words can ever heal the heart that misses a loved one. But words can say you are not alone. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family today and always....
October 28, 2013
Prayers for the Durbin family from Jacksonville, FL. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
October 28, 2013
Mark and Mary Jo, I am so sorry to hear about Cole. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you in this difficult time and praying that you will find peace.
Sherri (Jagielski) Dolphin
October 28, 2013
May God Bless your family in this difficult time. Colton will never be forgotten. His light shines on, CD3 will always be part of the Bedford Community...
~ A Bedford Mom
Ted Tucker
October 28, 2013
Mark, Mary Jo & Family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Peace be with you.
October 28, 2013
I am so sorry for the heartache you must be going through. He was a nice guy. He was the only nice person to me in biology sophomore year. I'll never forget that. God bless my prayers are with you.
October 28, 2013
Never to be forgotten
Cheryl Haener
October 28, 2013
Let God, your family, friends, and community be your source of strength each day.....lean on them....they are there for you....praying for each of you.
Stephannie Cherry
October 28, 2013
Dear Jenna, we were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved brother. Please know that I as well as the rest of Orchard Center High School will be praying for you and your family. Love Mrs. Cherry
Jessica Taylor
October 28, 2013
So Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family.
Hector& Flo
October 28, 2013
Mark, Mary Jo and Family. So sorry for your loss. Our condolences to all of the Durbin Family. Your friends always Hector & Flo
October 27, 2013
Mark, Mary Jo and family our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bill & Vickie Kohls
October 27, 2013
Though I don't personally know the Durbin family I prayed for them today in church. Im saddened for their loss. I pray for comfort and peace for the family in this tragic time in their life. God bless!
Julie Hoskins
October 27, 2013
Our family will continue to keep yours in our thoughts and prayers. Praying that you find comfort in God's presence as He holds you close in the days, weeks, months ahead. The Hoskins family
Jessica
October 27, 2013
I send my prayers to Colton's family. He's at peace now.
Janel,Joe, Ciara,Kaylee Witfoth
October 27, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Cari Grahl
October 27, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs from The Grahl Family
Patti & Jerry prephan
October 27, 2013
Mark & Family: You are all in are prayers at this time. So very sorry for your loss. god bless you, mary & the kids. Take care my friend.
The DeGrace Family
October 27, 2013
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. We continue to lift your entire family up in prayer and hope you can find peace in knowing how much Colton was loved and respected.
Doug & Marsha Plocek
October 27, 2013
Dear Mark,Mary Joe & Family We are so sorry for your loss and we will keep you in our prayers.
Doc Konczal
October 27, 2013
So sorry about your son. You have our deepest sympathy and heart-filled prayers. Doc and Vickie
kitty austin
October 27, 2013
mark-so very sorry to hear of your son's passing-may God keep him in heaven in Hisloving arms
LaRou Family
October 27, 2013
May you find peace in your hearts knowing Colton is now an Angel in heaven and will always be in your hearts forever. God bless you all and may GOD give you stength to endure this storm. We are with you in spirit and support you all in your time of grief.
Kenny, Patty, Jacob, Mackenzie, Payton Henry
October 27, 2013
May your heart be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate Colton's life well lived. The love of your family, friends, and community will carry you through your grief, just know you are always loved and prayed for everyday.
Julie Ellison
October 27, 2013
Are prayers are with you and your family .
Ron and Donna Blair
October 27, 2013
We do not know each other but we also lost a 16 year old Son and know the pain that brings to the Family. We just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers as the days continue on without your Son. We would love to hug you and tell you we are here for you but not knowing you makes that difficult. We pray for God's comfort and strength to hold you and carry you through.
Amanda O'Connor
October 27, 2013
Durbin Family my deepest sympathy go out to your family. Stay strong .
The Fornwald Family, Julie, Cameron, Courtney and Cole
October 27, 2013
May the love of your family, friends and community help you all through this most difficult time. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers!
Aimee Wehrle
October 27, 2013
With our deepest sympathy to the Durbin family.
May Colton rest in peace, as he will never be forgotten.
. Aimee,Alex,Hunter an Jaxon Wehrle
Linda Robbins
October 27, 2013
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Colton My the Lord be with you and your family during this toughest time in your life. May the Lord wrap his arms around you that you may feel his love. He will be with you always!!!
kenny busson
October 27, 2013
Mark Mary and family ...i am truly sorry for your loss.nothing i say can ease your pain.My thoughts and prayers are with you .
The Dey Family
October 27, 2013
Our hearts go out to your family in your loss. May God fill you with a peace that passes all understanding. Know that we are praying. - Tom, Joely, Thomas, Jalyn, Seth, Caleb & Joelle.
Chuck @ Helen Yensz
October 27, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
The Zuelke Family
October 27, 2013
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
October 27, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Our deepest sympathy!
Jodi (Drennan) Flippen
Kelly Mariah Mackenzie McNair
October 27, 2013
No footprint is too small to make an impression on the world and Bedford community, our thoughts and prayers are with your family
Ann & Mike Castillo
October 27, 2013
Mark, Mary Jo, Jenna, Alexa
Our thoughts, prayers, and heavy hearts are with you. Sincerely hoping that time and warm memories will help to ease your sadness and pain. Colton is loved by many.
Ann and Mike Castillo, Nicole and Marissa Dixon
October 27, 2013
May God give your family strength. It's obvious Colton was loved by many. Continued prayers for your family.
Edward Tutelian
October 27, 2013
From Mr. and Mrs. Edward Tutelian, we would like to express our deepest sympathies to the Durbin family during this most difficult time.
nathan ceravolo
October 27, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Stacey Ramirez
October 27, 2013
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Kevin Wexler
October 27, 2013
The whole community mourns with you. We all feel the pain. CD3 will be in all of our hearts and memories. RIP Colton. RIP
Lou Nicol
October 27, 2013
The Durbin Family,
I coached Colton as a freshman and was on the sidelines for last year's varsity team. He was always funny,nice and respectful. He taught me that life is not always meant to be serious, something I still struggle with. May I offer my deepest condolences to you and know that God is guiding you through this devastating time. I feel blessed to have known him.
October 27, 2013
There are no words to express the sorrow our family feels for you with the loss of Colton's life. We hope you find comfort from all of the love and support surrounding you and lifting you up in your time of sorrow. May The Lord wrap his arms around you and hold you close during this time. Our deepest sympathy, the Ormsby family
STEPHANIE MEYERS-SEILER
October 27, 2013
MARK AND FAMILY I AM TRUELY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SENDING MY PRAYERS AND LOVE
October 27, 2013
Deepest sympathy to your family. May God bless you during this difficult time of sorrow.
~Terry,Jackie and Austin Jankowski
October 27, 2013
Your Family is in our Prayers.
The Blankenship Family
October 27, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Alice Vandecaveye
October 27, 2013
We have fond memories of Colton playing baseball with Connor. Our hearts are broken thinking of your loss. Our prayers to your family for strength & Gods blessings.
David Kenney
October 27, 2013
My Loving Prayer's for Colton son of Mark & Mary Jo Durbin and Sister's Alexa & Jenna!! Word's are impossible to say the pain and sufferring for such a devastating Loss of your Loving Son "Angel Colton Durbin "My Heart is so so Sad for your entire Family & his many Friends! Nancy , Don , Ron & Dave Kenney all are Prayers" and are Love !! "Hugs"
lou & jeri munson
October 27, 2013
mark ,mary jo and family..you are in our thoughts and prayers...we love you....
Chris Mantyla
October 27, 2013
Mark, Mary Jo, Alexa, and Jenna, I am very sorry and words cannot express my sorrow for your family. I cry as I sit here writing this. I pray for your family to get through this time of suffering with the help of God's holy grace. If you need any help from me just ask, and I will be glad to help you in any way that I can. Your friend, Chris Mantyla
Georgetta & Joe Weiss
October 27, 2013
Mary Jo, Mark and family
Deep and caring condolences to you and your family. May memories be comforting moments for you to share. Sending prayers and hugs.
Rodney Hill
October 27, 2013
you will be missed No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
October 27, 2013
Please know that your family is in my thoughts today.. Bedford is a wonderful community and I can see Colton was loved by many.. Melissa Roslin (Lynn and Karen Evearitts daughter).
Aimee Wehrle
October 27, 2013
With our deepest sympathy to the Durbin family.
May Colton rest in peace, as he will never be forgotten.
. Aimee,Alex,Hunter an Jaxon Wehrle
steve sickelbaugh
October 27, 2013
Durbin family ...deepest sympathy... no words can express such a tragedy... may gods blessings be with your family
The Spader Family
October 27, 2013
Mark,Mary,Jenna and Alexa,
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of this beautiful boy of yours. There are no words that are adequate to comfort you all. We pray that you find comfort in the fact that your community family grieves with you and is praying for both yourselves and Colton daily. May you find what you need the most in the difficult days and weeks to come. We are all here for you so please reach out if we can be of any help to any of you.
Randy & Lisa Dazell
October 27, 2013
Mark and Family;
Words cannot express the sadness and heart break we feel for you and your family. Our prayers will be with you in your time of sorrow.
God Bless;
Randy & Lisa Dazell
Susan Clements
October 27, 2013
Mark, Mary, Alexa, and Jenna,
Our hearts go out to you. We pray that God is with you everyday to help You through this most difficult time. We love you. Hold each other.
Dan, Susie and Katie
LuAnn (Brenner) Gasser
October 27, 2013
Mark, Mary Jo & family, we send our deepest sympathy. We will keep you in our prayers.
Kathryn Olson
October 27, 2013
MaryJo and Mark So sorry to hear about the loss of your son.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
karen evearitt
October 27, 2013
Mark and family so sorry to hear about Colton may god give you all the strength to get through this.Karen and Lynn Evearitt
Pat Mull
October 26, 2013
Mr.& Mrs.Durbin,Jenna,and Alexa,
I am so sorry for your loss. When I would see Colton in the halls at school, he would always smile and say hi. We will all miss that smile and the joy he brought to BHS. God's peace be with your family.
April snake
October 26, 2013
Mary Jo I send my guardian angel and spirit guide to help you and your family durring this time of need. My prayers to your family love you dearly.
October 26, 2013
Dear Durbin family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.Rick and I never had the pleasure of personally meeting Colton, however Brad did during football practice and Brad will always hold on to the training tips and pointers Colton was helping him with as a JV player. May our Heavenly Father hold all of you close during this time.
Rick, Sue, Adam and Brad Williams
October 26, 2013
Mark very sorry to hear about you loss.You and your family are in my prayers. Tim Fannin
October 26, 2013
Mark and family, I am so sorry for your devastating loss. May God's love help you through it.
Rita Cope
Corrina Mayo
October 26, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so very sorry for your loss.
The Mayo Family
Kevin and Brenda Hughes
October 26, 2013
Mark,prayers to you and family in this time of loss, words can not say enough. God bless
Heather Mahdi
October 26, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss, Mark. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you and your family are feeling right now. I know how much you love him and how proud you were of him. I have thought about you every day and I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
October 26, 2013
may god bless you andyour family and friends in this time of loss
Rebecca Johnson
October 26, 2013
Mark and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. With deepest sympathy.
Nancy Neumann
October 26, 2013
Our hearts go out to your family in your loss. May God fill you with a peace that passes all understanding. Know that we are praying. Mark, Nancy, Michael & Joshua Neumann
John, Lola Martinez
October 26, 2013
Our condolences to you and your family Mark.
Linda Maynard
October 26, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the Durbin family on the tragic loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diana Klueter
October 26, 2013
My heart goes out to you and your family Mark. There are no words to express the loss of a child or someone you love dearly. Mark, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debbie Holmes
October 26, 2013
To Joanne and Colton's family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts are aching. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Fellow Jeep workers, Rod & Debbie Holmes
john mcdowell
October 26, 2013
im so sorry to hear of your tragic loss.he sure was loved by his family and friends.god bless.
John Pernia
October 26, 2013
Mark i never had the pleasure of meeting Colton. But i did have the pleasure of getting to know you from working with you at Jeep.Had i met him. I'm sure i would have walked away with the same respect and admiration that i have for you.My prayers are with you and your family during this terrible time. Go with God Colton.
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