Merril J. Colborn

Merril J. Colborn obituary, Loves Park, IL

Merril J. Colborn

Merril Colborn Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Honquest Family Funeral Home with Crematory - Loves Park on Oct. 14, 2025.

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Merril J. Colborn, 83, of Belvidere, IL, passed away on August 16, 2025 at home with his family by his side. He was born on February 2, 1942 in West Dundee, IL to Luther and Evelyn (Freyer) Colborn. He married Dawn Barker on August 3, 1974; he passed away just short of their 51st anniversary.
He is survived by his wife, Dawn Colborn; children, Tammy (Tony) Wyatt, Becky Colborn and Dawn (Kenny) Hannick; six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and sister, Marlene Palm. Predeceased by his parents; son, Shane Colborn; and daughter, Sherry Colborn.
He worked in construction for 31 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family.
A private family gathering was held.
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