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Colbaugh, Hubert "Hawk" Harles (Decatur)

  • Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Hubert “Hawk” Harles Colbaugh, 85, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022.

He was a 47-year member of Amvets Post 90- Decatur.

He was preceded in death by wife of 29 years: Dianne James Colbaugh; sons: Gary and Timothy Colbaugh; siblings: Dorothy, George, John, Taylor, Ralph and Joyce.

Survivors include his daughter: Angie Womac of Decatur; brother: Kenneth Colbaugh (Ann) of Harrison; grandchild: Adam Womac; great grandchildren: Peyton and Destinee Womac; and his furry companion: Roscoe.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26, in the chapel of Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services with the Rev. Harry James officiating.

The family will receive from 1-3 p.m., prior to the service.

Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Colbaugh Family.
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