Richard Lee Colbert Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Lee Colbert of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who passed away on February 18, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Lee Colbert to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Richard's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Richard's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Emma Colbert and Bernard Colbert (Emma); his wife Patricia; his father-in-law John Starr (Patricia Colbert); his great grandchild Kaitlyn Purcell; his brother Robert Starr (Jane); his brother-in-law Edgar Peterson; his nephew Daniel Starr; and his sister-in-law Phyllis Totten.
Memorials are to be made to Every Step Hospice, Kavanaugh House, 900 56th St., Des Moines, IA 50312 or The Animal Rescue League of Iowa.
