James "Ed" Colbert,71, of Old Monroe, MO, passed away on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Jan. 11, 1953 in Pocahontas, Arkansas to James and Melba ( Collins) Colbert. Ed attended the local schools with his siblings and graduated from Kelley High School in Benton, MO. He met his future wife, Barbara (McCoy) at MEMC in St. Charles and the rest is history. They were joined in Holy Matrimony in 1994.  He was employed with Cuivre River Electric as a meter reader and later worked in the office. Ed was creative; he enjoyed woodworking and working on project cars. He will be sadly missed and long remembered by all those who knew and loved him.

Ed is survived by his children, Shawn (Lindsay) Colbert, Crystal (Monikka) Colbert, step-children,Lori (Scott) Farenholtz and Jamie (Jack) Beger, many grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; siblings, Sylvia Collier, Ricky (Mickey) Colbert and Rita Lecrone.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Barbara Colbert.

Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11 a.m.- New Salem Baptist Church Cemetery in Winfield, MO. Family to officiate.

Memorials- American Diabetes Association c/o McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory 1304 Boone Street Troy, MO 63379

Family and Friends may sign the online guestbook @www.mccoyblossomfh.com