Al Colton, age 91, was born June 20, 1924 to Lee and Edith Colton in Centerville, Iowa and passed away on May 1, 2016 in Crossville, TN. He enlisted in the United States Navy and served on the U.S.S. Washington BB56 in World War II. He owned Mr. Al’s Body Shop in Sturgis, SD and was very involved in the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Al was a faithful servant to the Lord and served as Chairman of Deacons at First Baptist Church in Sturgis. He was a member of Lantana Road Baptist Church in Crossville, TN.
Al is survived by his wife of 70 years- Loretta Colton; sons- Douglas R. Colton (Barbara) and Jay D. Colton (Linda); daughter- Lynda S. Adams; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and sister- Dee Palmer.
He is preceded in death by his parents- Lee and Edith Proffitt Colton; sister- Twyla Phiffer; brothers- Lester and Chuck Colton; and daughter- Shelly Faber.
The family will receive friends at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home on Thursday, May 5, from 6 to 8. A graveside service will be held in Crossville City Cemetery on Friday, May 6, at 10:00 am with Pastor Scott Johnson officiating.
Aunt Loretta, and family,
Just a note to let you know how sorry I am. I’m so glad we were there last fall to see you and uncle Al. This one is difficult to think about. Seems like time should stand still, but it just keeps marching on. Al and you were always there helping me and the kids way back then, and for that I am, and always will be grateful. Hugs to all. I love you.
Phyllis and Craig Jacobson
Blessed man of God. I remember buying my first car from him. I cooked many a meal for him at the Westerner cafe. He always had time to talk about the Lord. He was such a sweet godly man. He is in Heaven dancing around gods throne.thoughts and prayers go out to Loretta, doug, Jay and Linda and their families.
Mr. Al the man with a generous golden heart. He made me smile as a child when i went to his body shop with my grandpa, He provided a safe place for parents to have fun and teach their children the joy of rollerskating and i have been blessed with wonderful smiles from him and his deep laughter.
To his wife Loretta he had many beautiful years of marriage. Showing us that it isnt alright to divorce because you have bad times, you learn to work thru them with the love you show others and putting god and family first. To his sons, he left tbe legacy of his wisdom and love. To his grandchildren he passed on many of his wonderful traits.
My sympathies to you all for losing a wonderful generous and caring man. My prayers will be with all of you.
Patti Nequette-Goff
So sorry to here the news of Al passing, but know he is with the Lord. Just know your First Baptist family in Sturgis is sending you love and keeping you in our prayers. Randy & Sue Podoll.
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. You guys have always been my second family. Great think about Jesus, this is only the beginning. I promise someday I’ll come to Tenn.. Bless you all!
Gary & Lori Messner
Jay, Lynda, and family: I’m so sorry about your dad. He will live on in all of our hearts and memories. I considered him my “2nd father” after he took me under his wings when my own dad passed. I’ve wondered about him often over the years. Please know you have my sympathy and prayers. May God watch over all of you, and may you find comfort in your memories.
He was a good friend of my Dad “Tizzy Tysdal”
Ms. Loretta,
We are honored to be able to play a part in paying final respects for a fallen comrade.
Veterans Honor Guard