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David Colbert Obituary
Mr. Colbert, 20, of Charlotte, affectionately know as 'Da Da' was born on September 28, 1987 and departed this life on October 21, 2007. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, with visitation beginning at 12 noon, at Chappell Memorial Baptist Church. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.
He is survived by his father, David C. Colbert, Sr. (Viola) and his mother, Lillian D. Rankins; grandfather, Clyde S. Rankins of New Jersey; step-grandmother, Mary R. Love of Winston-Salem; six sisters, Lillian Colbert, Rebecca White (Abdul), Deborah Colbert, Mary Colbert, Martha Colbert, and Queen Colbert, all of Charlotte; one stepsister, Deanna Love of Atlanta, GA; three nieces, Trinity Janae White, Makala Duncan, and Jaelyn Colbert; two nephews, Abdul and Joshua White; and a loving and devoted friend, Shavon Tidwell.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Colbert
brandon carelock
October 21, 2008
david was my first cousin, we both had nothing but sisters.. we were like brothers! i miss him and think about him all the time. i us my cousin as a wake up call. i love him and will be missed dearly. the family aint the same no more... said i wasnt gonna cry... but i cried like a big ol' baby. damn i miss him.
Sarah Broadie
October 17, 2008
Family Members; on 9/28/08 we celebrated Little David?s 21st birthday in a few days on 10/21/08 it will be the end of a long painful year. As we look back we wonder how ?We Made It Without You? (David) There are some of us who thought we ?Never Would Have Made It Without You!? Your departure was so very sudden. Sometimes we sit and talk about David as if he?s on a long vacation and we are awaiting his return. By Faith God has allowed us to come this far we know that it was not easy. You Are Gone But Never Forgotten! As we draw upon each other for strength it is my prayer that we will continue to pray for closure.
We will always love the memory of the son, brother, uncle, cousin, grandson, nephew, and best friend that you were. Love You Wholeheartedly, Big Mama/Aunt Sarah (Char, NC)
Maya king
September 29, 2008
I love you David !!!!!!!!!!!!!...........God Bless always
Shavon Tidwell
April 19, 2008
To all of David family:
My prayers go out to all of you, david was the one person who i can always count on, as time go on, i miss him dearly, and i wanted to wish you all well,
love you always,
shavon tidwell
Joyous Watson
January 17, 2008
Its hard to believe that one day somebody can be here and the next day their gone. One thing does give me comfort though, the fact that while you were here you gave those closest to you joy and good memories. Also that you loved God. Know that you were loved and you will be missed. Shavon misses you the most.
Rest In Peace
Robin Massey
November 8, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Colbert,
It was such a shock to hear about the loss of David. I first met you and your children when I was a secretary at Cochrane Middle School. David was a child that was full of life and always was smiling. I know how you all valued family and the great love you displayed for all of your children. I can't imagine the pain that you feel today but do know that God has the power to heal all wounds. David has taken a journey that we all have to face. Please find comfort in knowing that he is in a better place. If there is anything that I can do for you, please let me know.
Bertha Knotts
November 5, 2007
Colbert Family,
I did not know David but I knew his sister Deborah and the twins. Deborah is just like a daughter to me and best friends with my daughter Kristi. May God continue to smile upon you. Know that God is too wise to make a mistake. Deborah keep your head up and know that David is looking down on all of you. He has got his wings and is rejoicing in Heaven. We all have to travel this same path one day. Be bless and know we love you.
Kristi,Amber and Alexus Stinson
Lula and Darryl Hart
November 2, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. Your faith in God will sustain you and keep you going. Take comfort in knowing that he is surrounded by angels. If there is anything i can do please let me know....
Michelle Caldwell
November 1, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
CHRISTIONNE DENNY
October 31, 2007
FAMILY,
WE ALL KNOW THAT DADA WAS SUCH A GIVING PERSON. ANYTHING YOU WANTED IF HE HAD THEN YOU HAD IT TOO. HE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY IN MY HEART. I STILL CANT BELIEVE THAT IT IS HIM THAT IS GONE. IM WAITING TO WAKE UP FROM THIS DREAM, BUT I KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE NOW. I LOVE & MISS HIM & LOVE YOU ALL TOO.
Ingrid Gaither
October 29, 2007
To David Sr., Viola and family, Lossing someone that you love is hard especially when it is unexpected. Hope that it help to know that you are in so many thoughts and prayers of the people that love you and admire David Jr. for his personality. May the good times with David help through the quiet times at home. God bless.
Oliver,Ingrid and the Gaither and Love family
Karen Hilton
October 29, 2007
Viola and family: my prayers are with you and your family. Continue to find strength in God and trust him.
Rhonda Oliver-Wilson
October 29, 2007
Viola, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chaplain Deborah Brown
October 28, 2007
To the Colbert Family,
Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts always. May God keep your hearts in his hands.
Blessings, Derric, Jeremiah and Deborah Brown
Geneva Potts
October 27, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Charles and Elaine Cherry
Geneva and Antoine Potts
Wayne and Felecia Wilson
Rhonda and Larry Fowler
Buffy Cherry
October 27, 2007
The Colbert Family; our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. We did not know David, Jr. personally, but we know the family. You are in our thoughts.
Dr and Mrs. Myron Nicholson and family
Memphis & Princess Smith
October 27, 2007
Colbert family our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are thinking of you.
Caudell (Ruthie) Capers
October 27, 2007
Abdhul& Rebecca White and the Colbert family. Please know that our prayers and heart is with you. Although we cannot be with you at this time, know that God only takes his own. Hold on to your brother memories and think of all the good things that he has done. Remember to put God first and know that he did not bring you this far to leave you. He will bring you thru the good days and bad,just put your trust in him. The Alstons, Capers, Parson & Jamison family.
eboni Holmes
October 27, 2007
Dear colbert family,
My heart goes out to you all, i used to work with Dada at Mcdonalds, and since then we became a good friends . He always talked highly of his family and helped me have better days.he was always there when i needed someone to talk to. The good times is all i will remember. I know DaDas heart and he is in a better place,he is happy. may God Bless you and keep you,
Eboni Holmes
Cleveland McCrae
October 26, 2007
I watched you work with your father on several of my Real Estate projects; It was a joy to see you growing, and committing yourself to your craft as a painter and carpenter!!! God has built a mansion for you to live with him, you are a good man and son... Your light will continue to shine in those you've left behind!!! Your live was not in vain...
Keith & Linda Berry
October 26, 2007
To The Colbert Family,
We were very saddened to hear about the loss of your loved one. Be comforted in knowing that there's never a moment when God doesn't care. Trust in His unfailing love and believe in His power to strengthen you. Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Gale Johnson
October 26, 2007
I love you and am praying for you. May you rest in the strength and grace that God is supplying you with for this part of the journey. David was a very respectful young man and I will truly miss him. I thank God for the priviledge of being a part of your family. As always, you are thought of, prayed for and loved.
Shewana Gamblin
October 26, 2007
Viola and Queen, and family find comfort in knowing that David is alright. Remembering the good times will bring you peace.
Vanessa (and AJ) Staton
October 26, 2007
Dear Colbert Family,
I haven't met most of DaDa's family but he was part of my life and my son's life for several years. He talked to me of his love of his family and I got to see his wonderful humor, kindness, and passion for life. He made me laugh and touched my life. He was a good friend to my son. My heart breaks with you and you are in my prayers.
Karen Snyder
October 26, 2007
David, Viola and the Family of David Costello Colbert Jr.,
I love you all and pray for God to give you strength and comfort. I am blessed to have known this young man and to have friends like you. Please know you are special to me and God is with you.
Love, Karen
khrystal osborne
October 26, 2007
Dada this is ya lil sister skye BKA Khrystal. I havent seen you in a while or really had a chance to talk to. I wish you were here to see me graduate from CPCC in May. But just know everybody loves and misses you. Love you Dada. Please watch out over me.
Travis and Spasha Feaster
October 26, 2007
Life is a precious gift from God. We are delighted that David was able to experience that gift and that your family was able to have 20 years to enjoy that gift of love with him! We did not personally know David, but our brother and David went to school together. Our family sends prayers to the Colbert family and friends.
With Love
Derrick & Letisha Smith
October 26, 2007
Derrick and I are praying for you and thinking of you all at this difficult time. May God give you peace and comfort.
Jeneen Graves
October 26, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Shinita Horton
October 26, 2007
With Deepest Sympathy. DADA, you will be missed!! Love ya!
Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ.....
Brenda Anderson
October 26, 2007
May God Bless and keep you all during your time time of breavement.
Denise Wilborn
October 26, 2007
Viola my prayers are with you and your family in this time of need. Please continue to trust God, we love you.
Pastor Sarah Hauser
October 26, 2007
Cousin David, I look forward to seeing Little David when we come to the reunions. I will truly miss him.
You all are in my prayers.
Cousin,
Pastor Sarah C. Hauser
Francina Brewer
October 26, 2007
Viola I am truly sorry for your loss. May God bless and keep you and your family during this journey.
Aizle (lee) Crank
October 26, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LaTonya Mason
October 26, 2007
You're in my thoughts and prayers. Peace Godspeed
Tessie Nero
October 26, 2007
Colbert Family,
Please know that you are in our prayers and that we are sincerely sorry for your loss. May God Bless You and please know that God is with you through all this.
Tessie & Jeff Nero
Madria Spivey
October 26, 2007
The last time that I saw David was on his birthday at Concord Mills. He shared with me how much his life had changed for the better and how he enjoyed surrounding himself with positivity. It was a touching and wonderful conversation. My prayers are with your family during this time of grieving. May you find comfort in knowing that David had accepted Christ as his personal Lord and Savior. May God continue to bless and keep you.
Monica Cole
October 26, 2007
Viola, Erwin and I extend our condolences to you and your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Find strength in knowing that God loves you and so do I.
Zena Legette
October 26, 2007
Viola our prayers are with you abd your family.
Camelia Johnson
October 26, 2007
Viola, David and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God hold you in the palm of His hands
Sincerely
Camelia and Robert Johnson
yandre
October 26, 2007
Im really sorry for your loss. Im gonna miss you "di di"...
yours truly...*p00h bear*
Rhonda R Thomas
October 26, 2007
Viola my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of need. Be Blessed in the Lord.
K Love
October 26, 2007
I pray that God will comfort our family while we mourn the loss of your smile.
Your Uncle Wallace & Aunt Katrina
Kelly Rankin
October 25, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
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