Merle Colborn Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Merle Colborn of Cabool, Missouri, born in Mountain Grove, Missouri, whose life came to an end on May 1, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Merle Colborn to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Colborn and Effie Colborn (Steely); his brothers, Merlin, Dwight, Dwayne, David, Richard and Denver Colborn; and his sons, Brad Colborn and Bruce Simmons.
He is survived by: his wife Edith Colborn; his siblings, Darrell Colborn, Glenda Owens and Rita Hicks; his children, Bill Colborn (Polly), Brian Simmons (Robin) and Sharlotte Dogan (David); his granddaughters, Nichole Simmons, Raeanna Simmons, Erin Simmons and Morgan Simmons; and his great grandchildren, Gillian Toney and Lola Simmons.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Elliott-Gentry Carder Funeral Home (527 Cedar Ave, Cabool, MO 65689). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 at the Miller Cemetery.
