Patricia Ann Colwell passed away on April 11, 2013 at home in Portage, Michigan at age 72. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Ralph Colwell, her four children, Jane Mendez, Jeff Colwell, Jack Colwell, Jim Colwell and their spouses, and her 10 grandchildren. Pat enjoyed traveling to various locations around the world and living at the lake. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal service. A celebration of her life will take place this summer at the lake.