Colby was a 2020 Graduate of Jefferson-Morgan High School, who made a lasting impression on our school and community. In 2019, Colby was diagnosed with secondary cancer caused by the treatment he received battling cancer when he was 8 years old.
Despite the prognosis, Colby maintained his positive outlook and continued to fight. Determined to live life to the fullest, he was a superior marksman on the JM Varsity Rifle Team and enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing, hunting, riding quads, and kayaking with his family and friends.
He was a compassionate, sincere, and humble young man who took pride in helping others. Always believing in hard work, being respectful of others, and treating everyone equally.
In March of 2021, sadly Colby gained his angel wings as he was welcomed into eternal light by those who had gone before him.
The Be Like Colby Award is eligible to any graduating senior, and will be awarded to a student who exemplifies a number of characteristics:
Created to honor the legacy of Colby Simkovic, the Be Like Colby Award recognizes students who share his same characteristics and beliefs, and believe in paying it forward.
