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Betty Colburn Obituary

Betty J. Colburn, 96, of Burlington, died Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.

The memorial service for Mrs. Colburn will be 1 p.m. Saturday, February 7, at Christ Episcopal Church, 623 N. Fifth St., with Father Carl Mann officiating.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Mississippi Valley Publishing on Feb. 5, 2026.

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Diane G Colburn

February 6, 2026

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Great memories of this sweet Aunt will always remain in my heart.

Bob and Debbie Arndt

February 4, 2026

Newt,
We are so sorry to hear about your mother. We will be praying for you and your family.
Bob and Debbie Arndt

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