Biographies and Obituaries
In loving memory
Deborah Colbert
Washington Democrat
21, March 1927
DEBORAH COLBERT TAKEN BY DEATH AT HOME TODAY
Mrs. Deborah Colbert, 75, died at her home in South Washington at 5 o'clock
this morning following a serious illness of about six months. Death
was due to a cancer of the head, for she had been suffering for about
three years. Mrs. Colbert's death was not unexpected as she had been
critical for some time. Born in Daviess county May 14 1850, deceased
had spent her entire life in this county, the past several years in
Washington. February 20, 1870 she was united in marriage with John
Colbert & to this union six children were born, two of whom survive
to mourn the passing of their mother. The children are: James Colbert
of South Washington & Mrs Helen Longer of Richmond Ind. There are no
other near relatives. Twelve grand children & one great grand child
also survive. Mrs. Colbert was a member of the Church of Christ & active
in church affairs. Funeral rites will be held Wednesday afternoon at
3 o;clock at the home in South Washington with interment following
in Oak Grove cemetery. Mrs. Colbert was well known & liked by her friends & neighbors.
She was always ready to help another in time of need of illness through
her other friendly traits made friends with whomever she met. She is
mourned by many friends. She was a member of the Pythian Sisters lodge.
She was the daughter of Jeremiah & Elita Edwards.
Contributed by: Keith Thompson