Mary Cathrine Colby
March 01, 2023
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Mary Cathrine Colby, 73, passed away on March 1, 2023, at Lutheran Hospital.
Mary was born August 25, 1949, the daughter of Louie and Charleen (Dougherty) Sacco. She was an Administrative Assistant with the DCI for many years before retiring from the Iowa State Patrol after 35 years of faithful service.
She had a strong Catholic faith and was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, Altar and Rosary Society (past Secretary and Vice President), St. Vincent De Paul (past Secretary); and Finance Council (past Secretary). She was a huge Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Bears supporter. She was always up for a “Girls' Night Out” with her girlfriends and felt blessed with those special friendships she made through the years. Above all else, she treasured time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Mary is survived by her children, Christopher (Tonya) Colby, Jennifer Boyles, and Anthony “Tony” Colby; grandchildren, Justin Osterhout, Amanda Bronemann, Brandy (Matt) Bronemann, Nancy Pittman, Laura (Lacey Case) Wampole, Taylor Boyles, Lucas Boyles, and Alex Colby; great-grandchildren, Cloe, Kensleigh, Dominic, Kaeley, Elias, Christian, Kylah, Tristan, Jasper, and Calista; siblings, Timothy Sacco, Tom Sacco, Jimmy Sacco, and Julie (Tino) Backsen; and numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, John Sacco; and the love of her life, Kenny Rodine.
The family will greet friends Monday, March 6, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a time of sharing at 7:30 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, Iowa.
If guests are not able to attend the service in person, the family invites friends to join them virtually by clicking the livestream link at the end of the obituary below and it will be accessible on the day of the service.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Mary.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
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Julie Backsen
03/19/2023
We are thankful for all who helped make Marys service so beautiful. Hamiltons South Funeral Home, Christ the King Church, Anthonys Flowers, to name a few. We have lost the rock and soul of our family.
Pat Fleischacker Hoyt
03/14/2023
So sorry to hear of Marys passing. We went through grade school & high school together. She was a kind, funny & special friend. She had a soft heart & caring spirit.
Love you, Mary
Rest in peace😊
Pat Fleischacker Hoyt
Sharon J. Casey
03/07/2023
Mary and I were friends in high school may years ago. I remember like yesterday her loving heart, her peace, her wonderful sense of humor, and her love for her family and her faith. (Special prayers for her brother, Tim, who was a friend way back then as well!) If there was anyone who made their way to heaven in a hurry, it would be Mary. She was a beautiful light that won't ever go out. Blessings and love to all her dear ones. And I hope to see you ahead in heaven, Mary! love, Sharon
Cheryl Ramirez
03/06/2023
Gonna miss you! Little Joe use to love the rowdy group! They all came to his graduation 20 yrs ago! The rowdy group are all up in heaven giving orders!!! I know your in heaven!!!
Gary & Kathy Hoskins
03/06/2023
To Marys family
What a lovely and carrying lady Mary was. Always helpful and always enjoyed a joke. She was not afraid of some tomfoolery in headquarters whether it was on her or someone else. We have very found memories of Mary and are glad we got to know her. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elaine Riemenschneider
03/06/2023
So sorry to hear about the death of your mother, I went to SJA with her
and she was always such a Nice person!
Bill Nassif
03/05/2023
Mary & I attended grade school together at Visitation and occasionally ran into each other over the years. She was a sweet and lovely person. My sincere condolences.
Sue Davis
03/04/2023
Mary & I met in 1964 when we were members of St. John's and the High Hopes singing group. We were also roommates after high school and had many adventures. We remained close over the years even when I moved away from Des Moines and have so many fond memories - but some of them could only be shared with each other! Our most fun adventure was visiting our friend Sherry in Hawaii. We always hoped we would go again but that was not to be. Things will be so different without her in my life & I'll miss her forever. She was greeted in heaven by so many family members and good friends. Sending hugs to the family.
Susan Sacco
03/03/2023
I will miss my dear cousin, bringing her Jesus when she was not able to attend Mass, and just visiting. Rest in Peace Mary and we will meet again.
Mo Warford
03/03/2023
So sad to hear Mary has passed away. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
Mary was such a great gal and had a wicked sense of humor.
We had a lot of laughs & hilarious behavior over the years. You will be missed Mary!!
Doug & Deb Stream
03/03/2023
Our deepest sympathies to the family. Mary was a dear friend. We shared many wonderful times together during work & after.
Blanca Collins
03/03/2023
Mary always had a smile when you saw her at Church. She was a very pleasant person to talk to. May you rest in peace. Will miss your smile.
Rob Marinaro
03/03/2023
My condolences Chris, Jennifer, & Tony. Your mom was a great woman. I bet she is now enjoying an Elvis concert right up past the Golden Gates.
Emily Parrott
03/03/2023
Chris, Tony, Jen and family-- Thinking of you all during this very sad and difficult time. Mary was the sweetest, kindest soul ever. She was a good friend and I'll miss her so much. Hold all of those cherished memories close just as I will.
Debra cowie
03/03/2023
So sorry to you all for your loss thinking of you tony and alex