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Anna Colby Obituary

COLBY Anna V. (Balzano) Colby, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 28, 2009. Born September 22, 1930 to Eliseo and Ida (Ranieri) Balzano. She was a graduate of Columbus North High School, retired from Franklin County Board of Revisions and an avid Bingo player. Preceded in death by her parents, brother Robert Balzano and grandson Kevin Seymour. She is survived by her children, Christine Hoover, Stefanie (Mike) Shoen, Elizabeth Koan, Kathy (Billy) Stanley, Teresa Colby, Ron (Debra) Colby, Randy (Dawn) Colby and Cheryl Mourning; 21 loving grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Norma (Hayden) Chapman; brothers, Adrian (Antoinette) Balzano and Eliseo Jr. (Pam) Balzano; and sister-in-law, Kim (Robert) Balzano; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Friends may call Friday from 4-8 p.m. at the NOVAK FUNERAL HOME, 4476 N. High St. (two blocks north of Henderson Rd.), 268-8811. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1899 McCoy Rd., Columbus. Fr. Joseph Yokum, Celebrant. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 30 to Jul. 31, 2009.

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Cheryl Colby Mourning

July 6, 2024

I love you my beautiful Mommy and miss you every single day!! Love Cherie, your baby

August 5, 2009

To Anna's family:

It's so strange how Anna and I connected. When she worked at the county I worked for the treasurer. We actually met in the halls...got to be good friends and found out that I went to school with Besty. I didn't know Ronnie or Randy at the time but my little brother, Robbie Segraves knew them well. Anna always seen things through rose colored glasses...always found the good in people...could find a silver lining is a dismal situation. She was a beautiful person on earth so in heaven she will be a beautiful angel. My sympathies to your families.

Cyndee Segraves Warren

Cyndee Segraves Warren

August 5, 2009

To Anna's family:

It's so strange how Anna and I connected. When she worked at the county I worked for the treasurer. We actually met in the halls...got to be good friends and found out that I went to school with Besty. I didn't know Ronnie or Randy at the time but my little brother, Robbie Segraves, knew them well. Anna always seen things through rose colored glasses...always found the good in people...could find a silver lining is a dismal situation. She was a beautiful person on earth so in heaven she will be a beautiful angel. My sympathies to your families.

Cyndee Segraves Warren

denise lewis

August 4, 2009

am so sorry for your loss elizabath prayers to you and your family loves you lots girl denise or dd

Mathew Koan

August 4, 2009

Nonnie ill never forget your beatiful smile and the feeling of greatness when in your presence. You always laughed at my dumb jokes and you always had something good to say. Never were you sad or upset but always strong and happy you will always be in our hearts and always remembered by your whole loving family especially my mom she mises you a lot and so do i i love you nonnie i will see you soon enough though look out for us ok?? you know this family is crazy and we need someone to keep an eye out for us now with you kevin and bob up there maybe you guys can set us all in the right direction. Peace be with you always I love you -Mathew Koan

August 3, 2009

Randy, Dawn and Family,

Our thoughts are with you.

Your Friends at CBA

August 3, 2009

Randy, Dawn and Family
We extend our sympathies to you and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin and Dorothy Ortman

Suzanne DiPietro

July 31, 2009

For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. 1Corinthians15:22
Anna will be blessed with the eternal love and kindness of the Lord; just as she bestowed love and kindness to many of us here. May all of Anna's children and grandchildren keep God in their hearts and reap the Grace of God.
Blessings, Suzanne D.

Bette Jander

July 31, 2009

Anna and I had a wonderful relationship together., she shall be missed by many, I loved her


Bette Jander

Jenny Clark

July 31, 2009

Nonnie will be greatly missed.... My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!! I love you!

bud gardner

July 30, 2009

Anna was a part of the Hennepin gang of the 40's - all of us had lots of fun growing u-p in the neighborhood - it is sad to see members of the group passing - God Bless her family and friends - Bud Gardner

July 30, 2009

My deepest thoughts, prayers and sympathy are extended to my friend, Norma, in the loss of her sister.
Sincerely,
Karen (McCormick) Rownd
Tampa, FL

July 30, 2009

Remember the good times,the memories which cause such yearning now will in time bring comfort to your souls.May you find peace in your precious memories.Anna was a lovely lady!! Betty Petry

July 30, 2009

Randy, Dawn and all the Colby Families, our deepest sympathies go out to you. We only got to meet Anna at Little Randy's baseball games. But, you surely could feel the love she felt for her family. Take good care of yourselves in this hard time and know we are thinking of and praying for all of you. The Clever Family

wayne shears

July 30, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Louie Roberts

July 30, 2009

so sad to lose such a wonderfull lady Louie Roberts

Tina McCabe

July 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Anna was a wonderful lady that was like a second mother to me and many others while we were growing up. She touched the hearts of all those who came in contact with here. You will be deeply missed

John and Fran McCabe

July 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lois Harding

July 30, 2009

I had the pleasure of knowing and attending to Anna thru HomeReach. I have been blessed by having her touch my life. Always had a smile when I would come through the door. She will be dearly missed and cherished always.

Jan (Jenkins) Winrod

July 30, 2009

Memories of a great person that touched many others, the world is a better place since Anna and we will miss her. Many thoughts of how she helped us all grow up.

Blaine (Beano) Jenkins

July 30, 2009

Heartfelt condolences, and many fond memories.
Blaine and Valerie Jenkins
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