A member of Beth Eden United Methodist Church, Women of the Moose and Loves Park VFW, she was employed by Dr. James Severson, Jr., MD; where she retired in 1986.
She is survived by her children, Michael Colvin and Janis H. Lindstrom; and her sister, Beverly Wagner.
She was predeceased by her parents, her son, Jon K. Colvin; brothers, Harry, Jr., Bruce and Dick Howard.
Graveside service, 1 p.m., Wednesday, January 16, at Willwood Burial Park, 7000 W. State Street, Rockford. Pastor Tim Firm officiating. Services have been entrusted to Advantage Funeral Home, 7000 W. State Street, Rockford. Online condolences may be submitted at www.advantagerockford.com