Donna M. Colwell's Obituary
Mrs. Donna M. Colwell of Tavares passed away on Friday, January 17, 2014 at the age of 68 years. She was born in Tarentum, Pennsylvania to Edward R. and Ruby Dean Truby who preceded her in death. Donna moved to central Florida in the early 1950’s, living in the Leesburg and Tavares area most of her life. Donna retired from the City of Leesburg. She and her husband Robert loved to play Golf and enjoy retirement together. Donna is remembered by her husband of 47 years, Robert “Skip” Colwell; daughter, Denae Colwell of Casselberry, FL and sister, Audean Wetzel and her husband, Laverne of Eustis, FL. In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her son, Douglas Colwell in 2002. Friends are invited to gather for viewing on Wednesday, January 22, from 10:00 am until 11:00 am. A funeral ceremony will start at 11:00 am in the funeral home chapel. She will be taken to her final resting place following the service at Tavares Cemetery. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, donations may be made in her name to Cornerstone Hospice, 2445 Lane Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778, www.CSHospice.org Condolences, memories, photos and videos may be shared on the tribute wall.
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