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Edward Colburn Obituary
He had a 28 year career in the Army serving two tours of duty in Vietnam with the 1st CAV as a helicopter pilot. During his military service, he was awarded a Distinguished Flying Cross, Silver Star, Bronze Star with two OLC's and a Master Aviator Badge. He retired from the Army July, 1983 and immediately began 15 years of service as a JROTC instructor at Porter High School, in Brownsville ISD, Brownsville, Texas. He retired from BISD in 1998.
Col. Colburn is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Jo Elaine Colburn of Pearland, Texas and son, Lee Edward Colburn II (Nancy), daughter, Kelly Colburn Jackson (Jay), grandchildren, Ryan, Kyle, Cline, Madison and Amber (Amy), great granddaughters, Kendall and Emerson, sister Markie Bellew, niece Katherine Mackowski (Matt) and nephew Trent Bellew (Andrea). Thank you to Brenda, his caregiver, for your 4 years of excellent care and dedication.
He was laid to rest at Houston National Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to the following organizations:
Operation Smile, 3641 Faculty Blvd., Virginia Beach, Virginia 23453; Wounded Warrior Project, P. O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675; Camp Hope, 9724 Derrington Rd., Houston, Texas 77064
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Michelle Meier
July 12, 2024
May you continue to rest in eternal peace.
LTC Carl Dean Taggart (Retired)
September 1, 2021
I was saddened to learn of Col. Colburn's passing in the Military Officer. He was my boss for three years at Ft. Monroe, VA. I learned much from him as an officer, friend and gentleman. May the Lord bless you as you adjust to life without him. We will all meet again when we gather in heaven.
Michelle Marie Montes-Meier
August 12, 2021
My most sincerest condolences to the family. I had the great pleasure of knowing Col. Colburn back in 1990-1992 at Porter High School in Brownsville, Tx. I am saddened by his passing. He was such a wonderful person and teacher. I pray that he may have everlasting peace and comfort. He will never be forgotten. Rest easy Col. Colburn!
Dr. Steven Brooks
July 20, 2021
I had the honor of knowing the Colonel and sharing time together as educators and soldiers. A soft-spoken man of impeccable character was always professional and dedicated to his position, profession, and passions. Rest in Paradise my brother. Thank you for your service and support. God bless the family and I thank them for allowing the Colonel to create a legacy for everyone he met. We regroup in heaven.
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Antonio Garza
July 20, 2021
My condolences to his family and to the Porter High School family. We always felt proud to somehow having the good fortune of having him in our school.
Lupita Granado
July 19, 2021
My sincerest condolences to everyone in the Colburn family. I was blessed to have him as my teacher, mentor and friend. He was a blessing to many of us
cadets during our years in PorterJROTC. My prayers are with you all.
Rosa Laura Pesina
July 19, 2021
To the family, my sincere condolences. Praying for you all. Thank you Col. Colburn for being a great ROTC instructor in Porter High School. Such a sweet caring man...I will always remember you. Again thank you for everything and may you rest in peace.
Christy Ramos-Almazan
July 19, 2021
Thank you Col. for all the lessons you taught us in JROCT Porter High School. Will always remember you May you Rest In Peace
James Killmer
July 19, 2021
RIP Col. Colburn. For all those who knew him, he was a TRUE officer and gentlemen who taught patience, honor, courage, dedication, leadership, all the traits of what makes a person a great man/woman. It was thanks to his guidance that i steered away from wrong doings and gave me so much advise. He will truly be missed. My heart and compassion goes out to his wife and family in this time with prayers of sympathy and healing. At ease Sir, you have done your job.
Beatriz Rivera Alvarez
July 19, 2021
My deepest sympathies for you and your family. May you be granted the strength to endure the lose of a wonderful human being. I had the pleasure of having met him during his time working as an ROTC instructor at Porter High School. He always had a kind demeanor and good advice to share with us students at the time. Even when we were under pressure in competitions he was great. May he Rest In Peace.
Guadalupe Rocha III
July 19, 2021
I was a student of Col. Colburn. He always had simple common sense advice and a sense of humor. I'm glad I new him. I'm glad he was an influence on me. May he rest in peace.
Felix Mejia
July 18, 2021
Jo Elaine I give you my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I had the honor of working with Col Colburn while at Porter High School. We have lost a true and honorable man. May the almighty give you all strength during this difficult time.
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