May God bless you and your...
Cindy,
I am so sorry for you Loss. Thinking of you and your boys in this sad time.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Pam Stevens
February 25, 2009 | Tewksbury, MA
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James H. Colbert
Reading, Massachusetts
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Send FlowersJames H. Colbert of Reading MA died February 11, 2009 at the age of 92. Mr. Colbert founded and operated Colbert Electrical Co. in 1938 which now operates under his son, Cedric. Mr. Colbert belonged to Good Samaritan Lodge AF & AM in Reading MA. Through the love and caring of his devoted son and daughter in-law, Cedric and Carolyn, Jim was able to live in his Reading home that he and his wife, Eva, built until the time of his death. A life-long skier, Jim had a passion for living and a good story. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor, love of music and dancing, his generosity to his friends and strangers, and his love for his family. Mr. Colbert was the beloved husband of the late Eva V. (Nay), devoted father of Cedric A. Colbert of Topsfield, Cindy (Colbert) Conrad of Boxford, and James P. Colbert of AZ. Beloved brother of Betty (Colbert) Cardinal of North Conway, NH and the late Cedric C., Calvin, Nurilla, Phyllis and Elouise. Loving grandfather to Cathy Colbert, Curt Colbert, Adam Conrad, Parker Conrad, James Colbert and Cynthia Colbert and great grandfather of to Cedric J., MacKenzie and Evan Colbert. He is also survived by his loving friend and companion, Shirley Smith, of Malden and his nieces and nephews, Joyce Wilkinson, Carol Twombly, Ronald Delaney, Judy Fallon, Roderick and Frederick Henry. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 14 at 10 am at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Woburn St.) Reading, MA. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Funeral home visiting hours will be Friday from 4-8pm. A Masonic Service will be given by the officers and members of Good Samaritan Lodge at 7pm. Burial will be held in North Conway NH at a later date. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Mr. Colbert’s memory to the Shriners Hospital for Children 51 Blossom St. Boston, MA 02114. For info, directions and register book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com
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Cedric, Carolyn and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We had the pleasure of square dancing with your Mom & Dad in the early 70s.
Norm & Joan Carrick
February 14, 2009 | Saugus
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To My Great-Uncle Jim,
Remember when I was four years old and you threw me into your pool and said “you will learn how to swim or sink”. Well, I didn’t sink and you knew I wouldn’t - standing by and watching over me - I learned how to doggie paddle real fast! I will never forget that day - I was having so much fun and I remember it like it was yesterday - you said, “I was a big girl who could swim” I do not think I came out of the water all day.
Then, before I knew it, I...
Deb Collins
February 13, 2009 | Milford, NH
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To the Colbert family.
Your Dad (and Mother) were such a part of my life when we were in High School. He was such a stature of a man that respected everybody. He will be missed by all those he has touched in the last 92 years.
My prayers are with his children and partners at this time.
Edward Sias
February 13, 2009 | Seminole, FL
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Dear Carolyn & Cedric,
Although we didn't know your Dad well in person, we shared many heartfelt stories and happenings, through Carolyn, my forever friend. We know he was the best Dad a guy could want.
Cedric, you & Carolyn gave Jim the very best of endings...to remain in his home with his loved ones close by. Carolyn, you are the BEST. Many trips to doctors and always giving your dear heart to him. He knew he was loved.
I'm sorry for the pain of loss, it comes to all of...
Gayle & Gil Barr
February 13, 2009 | Peabody, MA
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To all the Colberts:
We are so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. He lived a long and fruitful life leaving many, many memories that you all will carry with you forever. His sense of humor was the best!
Jimmy holds a special place in Larry's heart as it was with Jimmy, Ced, Tommy & Andy that Larry began his career in electricity. It has been a career that has served him well and he has loved from the beginning. Our thanks to Jimmy for being the teacher that he...
Larry & Marilyn Wallace
February 12, 2009 | Alfred, ME
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Dear Cindy and all the Colbert family,
Your dad will long be remembered -- he was so much a part of our growing up -- so many great memories of fun times at the house in Reading (even ones he didn't even find out about). He was a special part of all our lives and will be truly missed by so many.
Love,
Kathy
Kathy Purdy
February 12, 2009 | Sarasota, FL
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Dear Colberts - my sympathy goes out to you all. Jim was a very unique man. Until these last few years, he sure did live life to
its fullest. I do thank him for showing my mom some wonderful good times. We had great times at the pool in the summer and did enjoy those snowy days at his home in North Conway. He will never be forgotten.
Love, Donna
Donna Magrath
February 11, 2009 | New Haven, CT
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Dear Dad,
I found a copy of the lyrics I gave to you and Mom so many years ago, but they still hold true. We will miss you so much,
Love you,
Cindy, Adam and Parker
Sometimes, not often enough
We reflect upon the good things
And those thoughts always center
Around those we love.
And we think about those people
Who mean so much to us
And for so many years have made us
So very happy.
And we count the times
We have forgotten to say
Thank you,...
Cindy, Adam and Parker Conrad
February 11, 2009 | Boxford, MA
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