Carol Ann Reed

Carol Ann Reed, 81 traded her walker for wings when she passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, January 9, 2021.Carol was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers, a sister-in-law, a daughter-in-law, a granddaughter Ashley Colburn and her beloved son Larry Colburn. Carol was raised in the Chicago area until she fell in love with west Michigan and moved her family here in 1978. Landing in Allegan and spending 33 years at the Perrigo company brought Carol much enjoyment and close friendships that continue today. Following her 2011 retirement Carol moved to Wisconsin, surprising all of her children by becoming a die-hard Green Bay Packers fan, never missing a televised game, even upon her return to Michigan. She will be fondly remembered for her love of animals and all things leopard. Carol will always be remembered and deeply missed by her 5 children and their families; Michael (Lori) Colburn of Allegan, Janet (Donald) Barz of Holland, Lori (Dave) Brandt of Hudsonville, Daniel (Katie) Colburn of St. Charles, Il and Christopher Thomas of Holland, as well as her sister, Joyce (Ed) Schmeda of Florida, 17 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and dear friends. To honor her wishes, no funeral service will occur. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be planned in the spring. Carol was a feisty, spirited, caring soul who has certainly left her mark on all who knew her. While at www.avinkcremation.com please take time to sign Carol's guestbook by lighting a candle and/or sharing a memory with the family. The Reed family is being assisted by the Avink Funeral Home & Cremation Society, 129 South Grand Schoolcraft, MI 49087 (269) 679-5622.