Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1949
DIED
2024
Dean Colombe Obituary
He went to Bemidji College for two years. On returning to Little falls, he met his wife Patricia Strack. The couple was married on April 29, 1972 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls, MN. Dean worked as a plumbing and heating manager at Goodin Co. in Minneapolis and Greybow Daniels. Later he worked at Bartley Supply in St. Cloud, MN.
The family moved to Arizona in 1992 and lived there 30 years. He loved Texas Hold'Em, dancing the Two step, biking, and walking.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Patricia Colombe of Little Falls, MN; son, Benjamin Colombe and Alexis Alcott-Colombe of Chandler, AZ; daughter, Angela VanVolkinburgh of Arizona; grandchildren, Greyson, Hailey, Eleanor and Alex; sister, Janet Hansman; brother, Dennis (Mary) Colombe.
Dean was preceded by parents, Steve and Millie Colombe and brothers, Robert and Gary Colombe.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dean Colombe
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Dean Colombe's name
Memorial Events
for Dean Colombe
How to support Dean's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Dean Colombe's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
