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Robert Samuel Colbert

1946 - 2023

BORN

1946

DIED

2023

Robert Colbert Obituary

Robert Samuel Colbert 76, of Pittsfield MA and Port Orange FL passed into eternal life on January 12, 2023. He is the son of the late Samuel Colbert and Viola Thorworth Colbert. Bob was a graduate of the former St. Joseph's High School. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps for four years, one of which was spent in Viet Nam. Upon his discharge he married his high school sweetheart Evelyn/Bonny Devinez on October 19, 1968. He worked in the GE until his lay off when he went to work at Lockheed Martin. He then worked for the Pittsfield Public Schools as a custodian until his retirement in 2008. Bob was a member of the Berkshire Benevolent Association for the Blind. He and Bonny spent winters in Port Orange FL. He is survived by his son Michael Colbert (Sherri,) of Northridge CA, and his daughter Sandra Colbert Williams (Keith) of Pittsfield. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Cody Williams of Cleveland Heights OH, Philip Williams of Pittsfield, and Madison Colbert of Northridge CA, and one great-grandson. Survivors also include sisters-in-law Bobbie Fosby (Robert) and Sr. Caroline Devinez, DHS, of Moosup CT. . The family wishes to thank the staff of Halifax Hospital and Halifax Hospice for the kind care he was given. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Berkshire Benevolent Association for the Blind P.O. Box 778 Pittsfield MA 01202 . Funeral services and burial will be in Pittsfield at a later date.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jan. 14, 2023.

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Carol Cyr Spiewak

January 19, 2023

Bonny, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My prayers and love go out to you and your family.

Colleen Adams

January 19, 2023

My condolences to u Bonnie Mike Sandy & Family.Bob was the best of the Best, I will surely miss him!

Ed DINicola

January 15, 2023

DEAR Bonn and family I am so sorry to read of Bob's passing and want you to know that my preayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.Iknow your faith and strength will see you through this.

Dennis Borelli

January 15, 2023

My condolences to the family of Bob Colbert. He was a classmate and friend of mine at St. Joseph ‘s. (Dennis Borelli)

Joan Daignault

January 15, 2023

Bonnie, Michael, Sandy and family

So sorry to hear of Bobs passing.
we hate to see him go, but he is in
a better place. I'm sure aunt Vi is
taking care of him.

You are in our prayers.
Joan and Phil Daignault

Judy Giftos Maynard

January 15, 2023

Bonny, Sandy and Michael,

My condolences to you and your family. The world has lost another gentle soul.

Ruth Greenleaf

January 15, 2023

Bonny, so sorry to hear of Bob´s passing.
Prayers to you and your family.

Therese michaud

January 15, 2023

Very sorry for your loss Bonnie. Condolences to all the family

Sharon (Carmal) Shogry

January 14, 2023

Bonny,
I am so sad to hear of Roberts' passing.
Please know that you & the family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sending you a longtime friendship hug that is reusable anytime you need one.
Sharon (Carmel) Shogry
Napled, FL.

Dottie Miller

January 14, 2023

Bonny,
Sending our love and prayers to you during this difficult time.
Steve and Dottie Miller

Aline Faucher Laurin

January 14, 2023

Dear Bonny and family, so very sorry to hear of the passing of Robert. We started kindergarten and graduated 8th grade at Notre Dame School together. He was a very kind guy and a gentle soul. May he Rest In Peace. Sending you love and prayers

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