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James Ralph Colboch

July 22, 1936 — October 24, 2023

Athens

James Ralph Colboch, 87, passed away Tuesday October 24th at Dominion Senior Living.

J.R. was an avid gardener and belonged to the Daylily Society. He also loved collecting and making arrowheads, pipes, and flutes.

Preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Earsie Colbach; wife, Faye Colboch; sister, Lola Axley; brother, Ronnie Colboch; son in law Michael Rue.

Survivors include daughter, Phyllis Rue; sons, Donald Colboch and Robert (Angie) Colboch; grandsons, Justin (Amber) Rue, Ryan Colboch, Austin (Mary Kate) Colboch, Josiah Colboch; great granddaughter, Alexis Kollar; brother Charles Colboch; sister Marcie (Buddy) Galyon; brother-in-law Danny Thompson.

The family will receive friends Friday, October 27th from 1 - 2 p.m. at Good Samaritan Funeral Home with Pastors Phillip Thompson and Bill Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at Chestua Baptist Cemetery, Madisonville, TN.

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Friday, October 27, 2023

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Athens, TN 37303

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