- Date Of Birth: March 31, 1946
- Date Of Death: January 2, 2021
- State: West Virginia
John Frederick Colvin, 74, known to those who knew and loved him as Rick or Ricky passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones shortly after being diagnosed with cancer.
He was born at Sibley Memorial Hospital on March 31, 1946, in Washington, DC a son of the late John W. Colvin and Nellie Francis (Manuel) Colvin.
He spent his early years growing up in Warrenton, Va. He played the saxophone enjoyed sports and had a love for cool cars. Although he spent many years in the D.C. area, he couldn’t deny his love for the country life.
Rick was a simple man. He loved all animals, enjoyed golf, fishing, playing cards, jeopardy, the Statler Brothers, and a good milkshake. In recent years he spent quite time at home with his wife, treasured visit to his children, beach trips and playing poker with his buddies.
He is survived by his step-mother, Emily R. Colvin, sister, Diane and husband, Roy Wood, wife, Joann (Spiker) Colvin, mother of their children, Ann (Swisher) Wolfe, son, Chris Colvin and wife, Laura; daughter, Angie Palombi and husband, Geno; grandchildren, Ginger, Eric, Will, Andrea, Sophia and Lilly. In-laws, Roseann, Linda, Ricky, Randy and Ruth.
A special thank you to all who sent messages, stopped by, prayed or help in his last moments. It was a beautiful tribute to a dear man.
