Don Colwell

On May 23rd, 2023 Don Colwell passed away after a short battle with cancer. He was blessed to leave this world surrounded by family.

Don was born in Graham, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army, Air Force and Army National Guard for 42 years of service to our country. Don was an excellent cook, he made the best ribs, like a true Texan.

He married his wife Julie in 1969. They raised their family in Anchorage, and later moved to Wasilla in 2004. While living in Wasilla, they cultivated many friendships with church members; family and church were the most important things in Don’s life.

Don is survived by his children, Donna (Eric) Wiltfong, David (Ann) Colwell, his grandchildren Lance (Destiny) Moistner, Conor Moistner, Mason, Nolan and Holden Wiltfong, Hope and Kiana Colwell, and his great grandchildren, Jackson and Logan Moistner and sisters, Deborah Ramirez and Carolyn Lewis. Don was preceded in death by his wife Julie Colwell, parents Harlan and Myrle Colwell and his brothers Wayne, Jimmy, and Paul Colwell.

Don was interred with military honors at Ft. Richardson on June 13th 2023. Services will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on June 25th at 2:00 p.m.