Barbara Colwell, a member of the Messiah Chorus,  has passed away.  She is survived by her children:   Robert (Deborah) Burkett and Richard (Darcel) Burkett;  grandchildren: Bobby, Kayla, Katie, Travis and Jacob Burkett Siblings, Richard (Chris) Schley, Donald (Rachel) Schley, Gayle (Everett) Jackson, Kenneth Schley, Loretta (Jeff) Chenoweth and Phyllis Matte of Painesville

Barbara lived in Chardon and Montville Township before moving to Hiram in 1987. She was a member of the Messiah Chorus of Lake County, was an avid animal lover, and an antique collector. Barbara supported and accompanied her grandchildren in all of their activities. And she was a lover of the Lord, most importantly.  She will be sorely missed.