Richard Lee Colvin Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Richard Lee Colvin, age 69, of DeMotte, was called by his LORD and savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, April 29, 2022. He passed away peacefully at his home with his wife and loved ones by his side. Rich was born on June 2, 1952 in Hammond, Indiana, to the late Franklin and Mae (Johnson) Colvin. After he graduated from Morton High School, Class of 1970, Rich served in the United States Navy from which he was honorably discharged. Rich worked over 40 years in oil refining and retired in 2014 from BP Oil Refinery. He and Kay then moved south. He enjoyed tending to his yard and house, was an avid Chicago Bears and White Sox fan, listening to blues music, loved spending time with family and looked forward to their celebrations. But most of all, he loved his wife, Kay. Rich will be fondly and forever missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting him. Rich is survived by his wife of 16 years, Kathryn Colvin of DeMotte, IN; step-son, David (Sandy) York of AK; grandchildren: Jonathan Rochette and Kaitlyn York; brother, Frank Colvin of Jasper, IN; brother-in-law, Rick (Donna) Zahler; sisters-in-law, Beth (Dave) Wright, Diane (Alex) Devine, Donna (Pat) Lukasik; several nieces & nephews. Friends and family may visit at Jackson Funeral Service of DeMotte on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 from 2:00 until 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at Jackson Funeral Service of DeMotte on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 10:00 AM with Pastor Roberto Rossi officiating. Interment will follow at Holland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Rich’s name to Dunes Hospice.

Richard Lee Colvin

June 2, 1952 - April 29, 2022