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Herbert Colburn Obituary
CLARKSBURG: Herbert "Herb" Colburn, Jr., 75, of Clarksburg, died unexpectedly on Monday July 29, 2013 at Adena Regional Medical Center. He was born on February 18, 1938 in Ross County, the son of the late Herbert, Sr. and Emma Seymour Colburn. He married the former Deborah Wilburn on December 31, 1980 and she survives.
Also surviving are his children, Sabrina (Joe Trapp) Colburn of Amanda, Leiane Case of Clarksburg, Brad (Valerie) Wilburn of Clarksburg and Heath (Heidi) Colburn of Frankfort; eight grandchildren, Ashley Kempton (Richard Browning), Kasie Redman, Braden and Garrett Wilburn, Halyn and Hadley Colburn; three great grandchildren, Caleb and Brailynn Browning and Bentley Haller; four sisters, Nellie Zimmerman of New Holland, Norma Williams of Chillicothe, JoAnn King of Frankfort and Albie Gallaugher of Clarksbur; one sister-in-law, Alberta Colburn of Clarksburg and one brother-in-law, Danny Rawlings of Frankfort.
He was preceded in death by infant twins, a step daughter, Mandy, one sister, Linda Sue Rawlings and one brother, Floyd Colburn.
Herb retired as a self employed concrete finisher. He was currently serving as a Deerfield Township Trustee, a position he has held for 28 years, he also had volunteered with the Deerfield Township Fire Department, he was a former 4-H advisor and enjoyed the time with his grandchildren working with their 4-H projects. Herb was also a livestock buyer at the Ross County Junior Fair sale each year. He and his family had been involved in harness racing for over twenty years, He was a member of the Moose Lodge 2440, Circleville, loved playing corn hole and watching his grandchildren's ball games.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2013 at 11 a.m. at EBRIGHT FUNERAL HOME, Frankfort. Burial will follow in Brown's Chapel Cemetery, Clarksburg. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Those wishing to sign his online Book of Memories may do so at www.ebrightfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Herbert Colburn
Kenny and Marcia Schoenholtz
August 2, 2013
Sabrina, So sorry to learn about your loss. Please Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Harness Family
August 1, 2013
Sorry to hear of the loss of Herb. Our family always loved talking to him while at the county fairs. He will be sadly missed and God Bless to the Colburn family as you go through this time. Prayers sent your way.
Tom and Mary Ann Sowers
August 1, 2013
So sorry to hear of Herb's passing. All are in our thoughts and prayers
johnda and kenny wilson
July 31, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Herb was a great guy. He will never be forgotten
Ed/Linda Martin
July 31, 2013
Debbie and family, So sorry to hear of Herb's passing,such a kind and compassionate person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.May God comfort you with his Love.
Michael, Nicole, Jordan, Baylee, Mylee Estep
July 31, 2013
One of the nicest guy ive ever met. He was always quick to help his family and friends if asked. He was a loving husband, father,and grandpa. He always had a smile on his face and could also put one on yours. Thats the Herb that myself my family and his friends will always remember. You will always be remembered by many. Even though you've left this earth your memories will live forever here on earth and in are hearts.
Steiner Family
July 31, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Colburn family, he was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed.
July 31, 2013
So sorry for your loss Herb was a great man who will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tracy Brookover and Family
Jeffrey Grabill
July 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, Herb was a man of wisdom and strong mind and body. Now he can rest peasefully in heaven...
Tony Colburn & Family
July 30, 2013
Greatest love & sympathy to Debbie and family. Uncle Herb will live on in our hearts and through our memories always.
July 30, 2013
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Herb. He was loved and respected by everyone who met him.People may forget things he said and things he did,but they will never forget how he made them feel.He was a good man and will be missed. Judy & Buddy
Champ and Ann... Robinson
July 30, 2013
So sorry to hear about Herb, he was a great guy, now he is an ANGEL watching over his family and friends.....R.I.P.. HERB..
Ronnette Lindsey
July 30, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers goes out to the family. Herb will be greatly missed by many people. He could always put a smile on your face no matter how bad you flat. R.I.P Herb
judi smith
July 30, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss, Herb was a very nice person he helped many people in different ways. My prayers go out to the family.
Rosemary McCalla
July 30, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to Debbie and the entire Colburn family at this difficult time. Herb was known and loved by many. May God be with you all and see you through.
Brandon, Jennifer and Bailey McGarvey
July 30, 2013
Heath, Heidi and the rest of the Colburn family so sorry for your loss.
Gene & Betty Elliott
July 30, 2013
Our condolences to the Colburn family from ours. We've known the family for many years and this loss has hit us as our own , Herb was a great friend , lots of memories of our lives have come down that road together. May he rest in peace and God, please comfort the family .
Gene and Betty Elliott
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