Danine Joy Colwell Obituary
In loving memory of Danine Joy Colwell of Battle Creek, Michigan, who departed this world on April 27, 2025 at the age of 93. Danine Joy leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Danine Joy Colwell to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Donald Francisco and Marion Francisco (Parry); her husband William; her children, Thomas A. Colwell and Judith A. Palmer; and her grandchildren, Jacqueline D. Palmer and Matthew Bish.
She is survived by: her daughter Ruth Downs (Roy) of Battle Creek; her son-in-law Jeff Palmer of Battle Creek; and her grandchildren, Robert Downs (Chris), Rebecca Reed (Tom), Ronald Downs (Amy), Nicole Risk (Jon), Natalie Colwell and Jenifer Palmer (Nolan). She is also survived by twelve great grandchildren, and six great great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 15th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the St. Thomas Episcopal Church (16 E Van Buren St, Battle Creek, MI 49017). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 15th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.