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Erwin Colón Obituary
Erwin "Earl" Colón, 61, of Cumru Twp., passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on June 20, 2019.
He was the husband of Marcia L. Moore. Celebrating 12 years of marriage and 24 years of partnership, they became soulmates at the moment that they met. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Gregório Colón Sr. and Angelita (Rivera) Colón.
Erwin was a 1975 graduate of Reading High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during which time he was stationed at Langley AFB in Hampton, Virginia, and at the former Bentwaters AFB in Suffolk, England, as an
aircraft maintenance technician and crew chief for the F-15 Eagle Fighter Jet and A-10 Thunderbolt II. After serving his county, Erwin graduated from Kutztown University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in communication design,
magna cum laude. He worked at The Standard Group for 34 years, as a pre-press technician and most recently as an
account manager.
Throughout his life, Erwin brought humor, hope,
friendship and kindness to many people. He was passionate about music and playing his guitars, loved deeply his friends and family and quietly pursued his interest in
spirituality. His talented, contemplative, gentle soul will be missed.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his mother and siblings: Francisco D. Colón, Gladys Gonzalez, Gloria R. Gonzalez, Gregório Colón Jr., Angelo Colón, Antonio Colón, William Colón, Victor Colón, Martin Colón, Maria Ham, Louis D. Colón, and Donna Glaze.
He was predeceased by his brother, Norman Colón.
He is also survived by 26 nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at Atonement Lutheran Church, 5 Wyomissing Blvd., Wyomissing, on Friday, June 28, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends and relatives at church from 9-11:00 a.m. Interment will follow the service at Forest Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at pancan.org/donate, or through the mail at 1500 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
Bean Funeral Home of Sinking Spring is in charge of
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Memories and Condolences
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Donna Glaze
June 29, 2019
Dearest Marcia, from Marques, Kori, my grandchildren and I, we mourn the loss of Erwin with you. We know he was so truly blessed to have you and your family in his life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. We love you. And may E Rest in Paradise.
Jeff Wampler
June 28, 2019
My condolences to Marcia, and Earl's family. In all my years working with him at SG, I can't really remember him not smiling. He had a very positive attitude even when battling his disease. He will be missed.
Nanette Colon
June 28, 2019
Dear Marcia & Colon Family,
Rick & I send you our deepest condolences at this very difficult time & the loss of your beloved Erwin. May God give all of you strength & comfort knowing that he is at peace & no longer suffering. You will be missed Erwin! RIP & May God rest your soul.
Maria Rivera-Young
June 27, 2019
My condolences to Erwin's family and friends. My prayers are with you! May he now rest in peace.
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Michael Bucks
June 25, 2019
Good man, I went to school with Erwin since kindergarten at Saint Pauls and graduated with him in 1975 at Reading High. Spoke at length with him at 40th class reunion in 2015, a wonderful guy, I will miss him
Ann Marie Calvaresi Barr
June 25, 2019
Dear Marcia and the entire Colon Family,
I send you my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Erwin. He was most certainly a warm, caring, engaging soul who I always enjoyed talking to. He just had a way and warmth about him that was immediately open and inviting. I am so sorry for your loss. May all of the wonderful memories find you peace and strength in the days and years ahead. He was a true gentleman and one of a kind--the most special kind. Condolences, Ann Marie Calvaresi Barr
Cheryl Sims Bair
June 24, 2019
Sending prayers and condolences to Marcia and family on the passing of Erwin. He was a fine human being.
Robert Gonzalez
June 24, 2019
Our hearts are heavy with the passing of Uncle Erwin. We are comforted in knowing that he is no longer suffering and is in Heaven. Our condolences to my Grandmother Angelita, Marcia and all of our family.
Love,
Robert, Maritza and family.
June 23, 2019
Our deepest condolences and sympathies. Sending much love, Brad, Jenn, Gwen, and Max Moyer
Veronica Johnson-Moreno
June 23, 2019
My true heart felt condolences to the Colon family. I will keep you all in prayer.
Bill Field
June 23, 2019
My sincere condolences to Marcia and the entire family. I met Erwin when he and Marcia started to date and our friendship endured. His gentle manner and love of music I will miss.
Gloria Gonzalez
June 23, 2019
Love you Erwin. Losing you is very painful. You will be missed terribly. RIP
Janice Heck
June 23, 2019
So sorry to hear this very sad news Marcia and family. Erwin was such a fun and gentle man, and a pleasure to be around. May he rest in peace and may the memories you hold near to your heart comfort you at this very difficult time.❤
Vicki Brady
June 23, 2019
I did not know Erwin very well but I know he was a great man that brought light to everyone. I know he will be missed but now he is at peace❤
A.J. US Army Retired
June 23, 2019
THANK YOU FOR SERVING!!
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