Flint, Michigan
COLWELL, Daniel G. - Of Flint, age 77, died Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Service will be held at 11AM Saturday, August 23, 2008 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Harold Constant officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park with a military graveside service under the auspices of Michigan National Guard Honor Guard. Those desiring may make contributions to Emmanuel Baptist Church Library Fund, American Red Cross or Kettering University. Visitation 6-9PM Thursday and 11AM-8PM Friday at the funeral home. Daniel was born in Flint, Michigan on April 26, 1931, the son of the late Nelson and Esther Colwell and was a resident of Flint all of his life. Dan married Anita Hartman on June 20, 1953 in Flint. Dan graduated from Flint Technical High School, Class of 1949, graduated from General Motors Institute with a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering in 1954 and received his Master's in Industrial Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 1967. Dan also received his certification as a Professional Engineer. Dan served in the Michigan National Guard from 1948 to 1983. During his time of service he held the rank of Battalion Commander of the 46th Engineer Group for the state of Michigan and held the rank of Colonel at his retirement. Dan graduated from the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania in 1977. He held an Expert Infantryman's Badge and had the Artillery Training Area at Camp Grayling named in his honor. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church for 59 years and served in a variety of capacities. Dan retired from General Motors, Buick Motor Division in 1992, after 43 years of service. Surviving are wife, Anita; 3 children, Marcia Warner and husband Robb Birdsall of Grand Rapids, Gail and husband Rick Misek of Goodrich, Jerry and wife Kim of London, Ontario; 5 grandchildren, Megan and husband Bill Cataline of Frankenmuth, Geoffrey Misek of Lowell, Massachusetts, Nicholas Misek of Ann Arbor, Daniel Colwell and Emily Colwell, both of Kalamazoo; great-granddaughter, Cayla Ann Cataline; 3 brothers, Donald and wife Kathy of Hawthorne, Florida, Dewey and wife Barb of Grand Blanc, D. Duane of Keystone Heights, Florida; several nieces and nephews. Dan was preceded in death by his brother, Richard, in 1988. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
Dear Anita and family,
I just wanted to express my condolences and let you know that I will be praying for you specifically. Your family was a great inspiration and example to me as a young christian and I spent many happy hours at your home.
May the Lord give all of you special peace during this difficult time.
Larry Mitchell
August 23, 2008 | Richmond, KY
Dear Anita: We were shocked to hear that Dan had died. We don't take the Flint Journal, but Margie Van Houten (Bowman) is in Michigan for a visit, and she called at 10:45 Saturday and asked me if I had heard. Had I known sooner, we would have come to the funeral. We are so sorry for your loss. We read all about him and his many accomplishments and are proud to have known such a fine man. God is looking after you, so don't fret. Love you
Bert & Joyce Berrry
August 23, 2008 | Lennon, MI
I was secretary for the I.E. Engineering group that Dan was a very important part of. I remember that I baked him a cake on his birthday and he was very pleased. I will always remember his humor and his deep faith. He was dedicated to his family, his church and life.
Judy Fletcher
August 22, 2008
Anita & Family
We are very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. We know that you and Dan were very strong faith filled people. Because of this we are sure you will do just fine. May God bless in this time of sorrow.
Ed & Sandy
Ed & Sandy (Hawk) Faxlanger
August 21, 2008 | Milton, FL
So sorry to hear this. A true man of God and always had all of my respect. Our family will be praying for yours and wishing that we could be there to share in the celebration of his life and home coming.
Patti Robinson
August 21, 2008 | San Antonio, TX
Anita and family, My heart goes out to you and the family,We all know he is in a better place, love to you all . Yvonne Colwell
yvonne colwell
August 21, 2008 | Davison, MI
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow. Uncle Dan was a Great man and I'll miss him deeply.
Eric, Kasy, Kelsie and Tom Johnson
August 20, 2008 | Pensacola, FL
Another pillar of our church has been called home, but as our hearts ache, we can take comfort in the fact that by Dan's example others will step up to carry on in his absence. We serve a mighty God
Patrick Miller
August 20, 2008 | Davison, MI
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
mark & mary colwell & graham
August 20, 2008 | Bradenton, FL
