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Russell "Dr. K" Kolbo, a highly esteemed and compassionate man from his birth on September 9, 1946, to his peaceful passing on August 6, 2024. He was the embodiment of generosity, love, care, and humor.

His life bore witness to his dedication as a Chiropractic and Naturopathic Physician who graduated from National Chiropractic College, Lombard, IL in 1969 and National College of Naturopathy, Seattle, WA in 1971. He found great joy and purpose in his …

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The world lost another great physician in you Russ. The rest of us will have to tough it out until we meet again on tha…
The world lost another great physician in you Russ. The rest of us will have to tough it out until …
The world lost another great physician in you Russ. The rest of …
My condolences to all Rusell was a loving doctor and an amazing friend you are dearly missed forever er in my heart and…
My condolences to all Rusell was a loving doctor and an amazing friend you are dearly missed foreve…
My condolences to all Rusell was a loving doctor and an amazing …
You were an amazing, intelligent man.  You never pulled punches, but were honest and direct.  My husband James admired …
You were an amazing, intelligent man.  You never pulled punches, but were honest and direct.  My hu…
You were an amazing, intelligent man.  You never pulled punches,…

Russell was the big brother I never had, but he was my bestie cuz.

Let Me Tell You a Story about Russell Kolbo, my besti…

Russell was the big brother I never had, but he was my bestie cuz.

Let Me Tell You a Story about Rus…

Russell was the big brother I never had, but he was my bestie cu…

Community Involvement

Church

Attendee of

Non-Denominational

Participated in

past President of

International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (I-ACT)

Professional Organization
Lectured on Colon Hydrotherapy of

Bastyr University

Professional Organization

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What was Russell's favorite color?
Blue
Blue
Blue
What causes did Russell care about most?
Bastyr University and International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (I-ACT)
Bastyr University and International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (I-ACT)
Bastyr University and International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (I-ACT)
What were Russell's favorite local spots?
He loved the Tacoma Rainiers &Seattle Mariners Baseball teams. He routed for Gonzag…
He loved the Tacoma Rainiers &Seattle Mariners Baseball teams. He routed for Gonzaga Bulldogs…
He loved the Tacoma Rainiers &Seattle Mariners Baseball teams. He routed for Gonzaga Bulldogs, the Seattle SeaHawks, U…
What were Russell's favorite vacation spots?
Hawaii, Leavenworth, Lake Cushman, and cruising
Hawaii, Leavenworth, Lake Cushman, and cruising
Hawaii, Leavenworth, Lake Cushman, and cruising

Timeline

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Born

September 9th, 1946
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Graduated from college

1969
National Chiropractic College, Lombard, IL
Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree
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Started a job at Chiropractic Physician

1970
Tacoma, WA

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Russell "Dr. K" Kolbo