Holly Elizabeth (James) Colwell

Holly Elizabeth (James) Colwell obituary, Philadelphia, PA

Holly Elizabeth (James) Colwell

Holly Colwell Obituary

Published by John F Givnish Funeral Home - Academy Rd on Aug. 10, 2019.
Holly Elizabeth (James) Colwell, 33 of Philadelphia passed away on August 10, 2019 surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Beloved wife of John J. Colwell. Dear daughter of Joan L. (Bush) Lafty. Granddaughter of Dorothy Busha. Loving step mother of Vanessa M. Ward (Tyler J.), Natalia J. Colwell and Liam M. Colwell. Mimi of Jaxson and Landon Ward. Sister of Dee J. Neverson (Barry F.), John J. Lafty (Cheryl A.), Victor M. Lafty (Jennifer) and P.J. James. Godmother of Maya Elizabeth Neverson and Ashlynn James. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Holly was a 2003 graduate of Frankford High School. She then went to Jean Madeline Beauty School for hairdressing until 2005. For the last 5 years Holly worked as an EMT for Medic Unit 21 on South Street. Holly enjoyed traveling with her husband, going to the beach, concerts, art and spending her days with her grandsons, Jaxson & Landon. Relatives and friends are invited to Holly's Life Celebration Saturday, August 17, 2019 from 9:00AM to 12:00PM at John F. Givnish of Academy Rd., 10975 Academy Rd. With her Memorial Service begining at 12:00PM. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations in Holly's memory be made to The Rapunzel Project at http://www.rapunzelproject.org/coldcaps.aspx

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August 22, 2019

John McBride posted to the memorial.

August 18, 2019

Jim Carr posted to the memorial.

August 16, 2019

Brenda Waggner posted to the memorial.

John McBride

August 22, 2019

John, the entire Bridesburg Softball League stands with you in support as you mourn the loss of your wife, Holly. Our condolences to your entire family. A donation has been made in her honor to the Rapunzel Project

Jim Carr

August 18, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

Brenda Waggner

August 16, 2019

Holly was a brilliant young lady, and will be greatly missed. Thrilled to have met such an awesome person.
My condolences to family.

Pat and George Keenan

August 15, 2019

Holly was a sweet girl and will missed. I'm glad you were in my life. My prays are with your family.

jenny MARTIN

August 12, 2019

my thoughts and prayers are with Hollys family RIP sweet girl

Greg Browne

August 12, 2019

Holly made the world a nicer place. She'll be forever missed by so many, but never forgotten.

Jena Lachowicz

August 12, 2019

Sending prayers and so much love to all of you -Jena & BJ

Valpresious Davis (Ham)

August 12, 2019

I will always remember Holly as one of the most beautiful, funny individual. The world is most certainly brighter for having known her.

Joan Barzeski Farson

August 12, 2019

So sorry for your loss. My condolences to all. May God give you peace and comfort during this time.

Marques Bloomfield

August 13, 2019

She had a smile that would always brighten the room and she will be dearly missed

Judee Czyzewski

August 12, 2019

I met Holly at Salon Chelsea Rae about 10-11 years ago. She was such a sweetheart! I looked forward to seeing her and just talking with her. My heart is broken. She loved talking about John and the kids... she was so excited about her wedding. My deepest sympathies, love , and prayers are with all of her family, friends and all whose life she touched. She brought a bit of sunshine to me every time I saw her.

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August 22, 2019

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