Howard Leslie Colby Obituary

The memory of Howard Leslie Colby in Greenfield, Missouri, born in Northampton, Massachusetts, who passed away on March 3, 2025 at the age of 78, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Howard Leslie Colby to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Howard Leslie may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Colby and Marie Colby; and his son Bryan. He is survived by: his wife Mary Colby; and his children, JoAnn and Jamie. He is also survived by seven siblings; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lockwood Funeral Chapel

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March 5, 2025

Sharon Pilachowski wrote a sympathy message

“To Mary and the Colby Family., May the Lord comfort you and give you peace in this time of sorrow. Howard was a good man . The whole Pilachowski family have known the Colby's for a good many years. Thinking of you at this time of grief. Sharon”

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