Betty 's Memory Wall
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Thank you Mrs. Colombel for all of the love you gave to our children and to us. Words can never express the knowledge that we gained by just knowing you and being in your presence. We shall never forget those delicious cakes and cobblers that you made for us. We love you and are grateful that God gave us this time to spend with you here on earth. Sleep on and take your rest, we loved you but God loved you best. Until we meet again in the sweet bye and bye. God bless.
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Josephine Doss-Smith & Family
November 22nd, 2024 at 11:15pm
We are sending our condolences to the Colombel family and especially Keittra Casimir. We pray that Mrs. Colombel's memories will provide comfort and solace during your time of bereavement. The burdens that seem too heavy to bear are lifted away on the wings of a prayer. Remember, earth has no sorrow, Heaven can not heal.
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The Wilkins Family
November 20th, 2024 at 8:07pm
Dear Allison & family,
Your mother was a dear , sweet, STRONG woman, that I saw as an example of who to be. I always enjoyed seeing her& hearing about her kids! She was so proud of you all, as individuals. I admired her greatly.
Allison, her love & pride of you was a joy !
I hope you find comfort & peace in your happy memories & lean on the strength she showed you.
My brothers & I still talk about what a sweetie you were when Mom babysat you. I hope this finds you well, in spite of your grief. MM
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Mary Margret Behrman
November 20th, 2024 at 2:04pm
Sincerest condolences to Betty Columbel"s family. Betty and I were college roommates at Western Michigan University. We also are Founding Members of the Delta Upsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority at Western.. We kept in touch over the years and she will be missed by many. May she rest in peace and many the warmest, fondest memories of her comfort all at this time. Love and support, Lela Llorens, Ph.D, OTR/RET, FAOTA
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Lela Llorens, Ph.D.,OTR/RET, FAOTA
November 18th, 2024 at 6:07pm
To the Colombel Family,
I extend my condolences to you.
Betty was our Queen Mother of the South Haven Chapter of the Red Hat Society - "The Sophisticated Ladies" and was known as " The Lady of Canterbury". She was such an inspiration to us all.
She was also a member of "Sundays' Best Book Club". It was a joy and an honor to listen to her read or talk about a book we read with such enthusiasm.
Betty along with her fellow Red Hatters Norma Webb and Carolye Hawkins will forever be in our hearts and remembered as legends.
RIP Betty, our "Lady of Canterbury".
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Linda Jones-Yancey
November 17th, 2024 at 9:54pm
To the Colombel Family, I am sorry for the loss of this great lady. I met her a few times when she and my mother (Mrs. Frances Cundiff) were both teaching in the same building in Covert. My mother had nothing but great praises for Betty. Betty will be greatly missed by everyone who ever knew her.
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John Long
November 17th, 2024 at 4:04pm
To the Colombel Family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your Love one . We the Moore and Jones (Paulita) family will keep your family in our prayers.
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Lucille Moore
November 15th, 2024 at 12:41am
I worked with Betty when I first started teaching. She was a dear, sweet woman and a strong role model for a young teacher. My condolences to her family. Please know that this teacher fondly remembers her compassion and her mentorship. May her memory live and provide solace during this difficult time. RIP Betty.
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Harry Kohn
November 14th, 2024 at 9:29am
I love you, Mom Colombel. I pray I'll see you again.
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Terry D Boyle
November 13th, 2024 at 8:37pm
Praying for the Colombel family. May God give you strength and comfort for now and the days to come.
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Debra Cunningham Mahone
November 13th, 2024 at 8:02pm
Mrs. C was my first grade teacher who had a tremendous impact on me from elementary through high school. She and Mr. C were a part of my extended family with many others. I will be forever grateful for the values and lessons she taught me .
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Michael DeYoung
November 13th, 2024 at 7:29pm
