Shirley Colwell
OBITUARY
Shirley Colwell (Rabiega) passed away on April 3, 2026.
Her husband of 53 years Michael L. Colwell, preceded her in 2021. She was the daughter of the late Helen Watral-Rabiega and Joe Riley Rabiega. Also Preceded are her brothers, Harry, Gene, and Bobby Rabiega, Pat & Joe Colwell and niece Carrie and nephew Dominic. She leaves behind Her sister Joan Jerry, Rich , Pat Rabiega Jenny, Sue, and Many nephews and nieces and cousins.
A graduate of Scranton west high school, She went on to study cosmetology at Empire Beauty school. She worked as a hairdresser and various other jobs such as a Seamstress, pizza maker (chef) Bakery and Deli, wife, sister and most importantly mother grandmother and friend. Shirley enjoyed helping others and being involved in her community and raising her family. She was in the Ladies Auxillary of Covington Township. She was an avid prayer, even when she couldnt attend church. Her love for cats was undeniable and indefinite as she had many and cared for them lovingly.
She leaves behind her most precious 5 daughters Michelle Colwell-Sinclair (Rob), Cindy Colwell-Seney (Jim), Krissy Colwell-Boyko (David), Laura Colwell Mallery (Blair), and Lisa Colwell. She cherished and enjoyed time w them as well as her 7 grandchildren (Amber, Katie, Connor, Brandon, Noah, Tyler, Lily and 2 great grandchildren Mia and Ellie Mae). They will remember their Babchi as a loving, playful and funny grandma who made funny faces and jokes. Her spunkiness and spiciness will live in our hearts forever. Her humility and strength will endear in our lives. Her love for all and humor was undeniable.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the St. Cats & Dogs of Nay Aug Zoo.
There will be a celebration of life at Nay Aug Park Thursday at 2-5. Friends may observe at this time.
Shirley Colwell
April 3, 2026