Thomas Travis Colbert

Thomas Travis Colbert, age 52, of Mount Airy, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 21, 2025.

Born in Gainesville, Georgia on June 4, 1973, he was a son of the late James and Cathy Elaine Sullens Colbert.

Travis worked as a mechanic and was of the Christian faith. He loved his family deeply, and the greatest joy of his life was the time spent with his beloved grandson, Bryce.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Tim Colbert; grandparents, James C. “Pete” and Beatrice “Big Mama” Sullens and Ruth Colbert; and aunts, Lucy Walden and Ernestine Smith.

Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Leah Smith Colbert; daughter and son-in-law, Courtney and Dalton Knight; and cherished grandson, Bryce Knight. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Jeff and Sherrie Colbert, and Anthony and Kristina Colbert; uncles, Wendell Sullens (Vicki), Raymond Sullens, and Mike Sullens (Vicky); aunt, Pat Sullens; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Mr. Colbert’s wishes were to be cremated. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

An online guest registry is available for the Colbert family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com.

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706-778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.