Nancy Colwell

Nancy Colwell

Nancy Colwell

Nancy Jean Colwell, of Wellington, Kansas, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the age of 75.

Nancy was born the daughter of Harold and Norma (Spencer) Hamburg on January 17, 1950 in Enid, Oklahoma.

Nancy was a woman of many talents who spent her life in service of others, leaving an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know her. She married the love of her life, the proverbial “boy next door”, Paul Colwell, on June 28, 1969, and they made their home in Wellington, Kansas, where they created a lifetime of memories filled with love and laughter.

Nancy’s professional life was dedicated to the financial industry, where she showcased her talent and proficiency in bookkeeping. However, her true passions were found outside the confines of her work. A loving matriarch, Nancy was the glue holding her family together, meticulously keeping track of every activity. She was renowned for her tradition of sending birthday cards filled with confetti and a heartfelt bible verse to her family members. Besides her family, Nancy was deeply committed to her church, attending services, Sunday school, bible studies, and actively supporting the Vacation Bible School. Her soulful voice often graced local funerals and church choir performances, echoing her heartfelt faith and love for Jesus Christ. She found immense joy in sewing, particularly creating receiving blankets for her children and grandchildren, a testament to her nurturing spirit.

Nancy was an adventurous soul, often embarking on trips to Silver Dollar City in Branson, MO with her family, and to Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, OK with her church group. Holidays were a special time for Nancy, her radiant love illuminating every family gathering, making every moment memorable. Her faith and family were the cornerstones of her existence, her love for them evident in every aspect of her life.

Survivors include her devoted husband, Paul Colwell;children: Jenifer (Jeff) Biggs; Darcy Colwell; Erin Colwell; Mack (Ashley) Colwell; grandchildren: Sarah Frasier; Schalee Frasier; Bailey Altendorf; Taylor (Chase) Pote; Lauren Davis; Brooklynn Davis; Elliot Leake; Rahlee Colwell; Natalie Colwell; Casey Colwell; Wade Colwell;great grandchildren, Sawyer Colwell; Emma Kaufmann; brother, Mel (Dee) Hamburg; sisters, Dory (Harold) Butterfield; and Darla (Shane) Carroll.

She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Hamburg; mother, Norma Waller; and step father, Clarence Waller.

Memorial services for Nancy will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 30, 2025 at the First Christian Church, 123 W. 9th St., Wellington, Kansas 67152.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be given to the Hillside Baptist Church, 2034 N. B Street, Wellington, Kansas 67152 or First Christian Church, 123 W. 9th St., Wellington, Kansas 67152. Donations may be mailed or left with the funeral home.

To share a memory, leave condolences, sign Nancy’s digital tribute wall, please visit her page at www.cornejofuneralhome.com.

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