David Robert Colcord

1952 - 2023

David Robert Colcord obituary, 1952-2023, Scottsdale, AZ

David Robert Colcord

1952 - 2023

BORN

1952

DIED

2023

David Colcord Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 7, 2023.
David Colcord, 71, passed away Monday morning, June 26, 2023, in Scottsdale, Arizona, from cancer. Born in Phoenix, March 12, 1952, to Lora and Robert Colcord. He was a lifelong resident of Arizona, mainly in Phoenix. David started school in the Isaac School District and finished his education at Alhambra High School. He was an animal lover, avid reader, and enjoyed classical music. David is survived by his brother Randy Colcord and his sister Judy Colcord Maris. David will be laid to rest beside his mother and near his father's grave at Greenwood/Memory Lawn Cemetery, 719 North 27th Avenue, Phoenix. His graveside service is 9:00 Saturday morning, July 8, 2023. Donations can be made to Phoenix Rescue Mission or Hospice of the Valley.

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Bud and Kathy Downs

July 7, 2023

We are sorry for the loss of your brother. We got to know David at Christian Care and enjoyed having him join us in the evenings when we walked our dog. May the Lord comfort you all and give you peace, Bud and Kathy Downs

Beth Weber

July 7, 2023

I'm so delighted David accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior just in time! Please know I'm truly sorry for your loss, Judy.

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