Daniel P. Colombo, 85, died after a short illness, on Tuesday, May 5th. Beloved husband of Carol during 61 years of marriage, father of James of Plano, TX and Daniel and wife Estela of Toronto Ontario, Canada, and grandfather to MaryClare, Patrick, Bernadette and Josephine of Plano and Valeria and Daniel of Toronto.
Dan and his three brothers, Charles, Kenneth and Alan were born and raised in Detroit by Joan and Charles F. Colombo, both European immigrants. He joined the Navy in 1951 and saw the world. He and Carol settled in Indianapolis in 1954 where he was employed by Baldwin and Lyons for over 30 years. His retirement was spent in happy pursuits with many, many friends. He loved to sing and was an excellent dancer. He enjoyed visits to and from his treasured extended family and friends from Michigan, Texas, Toronto, and Iowa. He loved to play bridge, golf, and tend to his beautiful garden at the Indianapolis family home where he and Carol lived for 44 years.
Dan’s sunny personality led him to spontaneously create friendships with everyone he encountered, in his profession, his travels, and even on the street with strangers. He valued these enduring friendships. And his enthusiasm for life continued through his 61st wedding anniversary celebrated on April 24, 2015. He was a happy man. He will be missed by all.
A remembrance gathering celebrating Dan’s life will be scheduled during the summer.
Rodger Cottrell says
Carol,
We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He was a friend and he will be missed by many. God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rodger & Barbara Cottrell
Pat & Jeanne Corydon says
Carol and Family
Jeanne and I were deeply saddened to learn of Dan’s passing. He truly was one of those people who never met a stranger. I appreciated his guidance and counsel when I was new to Baldwin & Lyons and always considered him a friend. He will be missed.
Meredith Rose says
Oh Carol, I’m so saddened with Dan’s passing. Hoping you are doing as well as possible. Please let me know when the memorial service will be held. Much love, Meredith
Jeff Davis says
So sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He was always a great guy to work with in our former days at B&L. In my travels to various trucking companies, I still have people ask about Dan. He had lots of respect and friends in this industry.
Bem Gearhart says
Hi Carol, I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Dan’s passing and to offer you and your family my sincerest sympathy.
George and Phyllis Cottrell says
Carol,
We are so very sorry for your loss….we didn’t know you guys for long, but long enough to know what quality people you are…you have our sincere sympathy….God bless your and all your family…
George and Phyllis Cottrell
Gregg & Linda Shires says
Dear Carol
We were so sad to hear about Dan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We shared many memories with you both.
Louise & Jim Judd says
Carol & Family,
What a beautiful remembrance of Dan.
Jim and I will always cherish the times we spent together: dancing, singing, watching the sunset at the beach and lively conversations.
Our love goes out to you and your family.
Louise & Jim
Carol Hillman says
Dan was a wonderful guy! I still laugh remembering how he told me you both thought about naming your oldest son Christopher but. . . Anyway, you have my sincere condolences.
David says
We are keeping Dan and the entire family in our prayers and thoughts, Rest in Peace Dan
Verla & Jim Heotis says
Dan was a true gentleman and a lovely friend. My friendship started with Dan and Carol in Hawaii and it grew into a wonderful friendship.
Our thoughts are with you Carol in the coming days.
Verla & Jim
Verla & Jim Heotis says
Carol: Our thought are with you each and every day. Jim and I were very fortunate to have had a wonderful friendship with Dan
Wayne Grondin says
Dan may you rest in peace, we will one day meet again. My deepest sympathies.
Estela and family says
Grandpa leaves forever!
A beautiful attitude towards life. Every little experience with him is a live memory and feeling.
He is a voice to guide and comfort my family today and always.
Much love to you Carol.
Grandpa’s fan,
Estela
Tony Finazzo says
Carol, Our thoughts are with you at this sorrowful time. We are so saddened by Dan’s passing. We so enjoyed our many visits with you and Dan playing pinochle.
He was such a happy man, always singing and laughing. He will be greatly missed.
Tony & Stevie Finazzo says
The above comment was from Tony and Stevie Finazzo