0 The Unsolved Disappearance of Jean Colborne: A Rhinelander Mystery That Endures
- Missing Persons
- by CSC Blog
- 04/07/2025
Introduction to the Case
On July 14, 1977, the quiet community of Rhinelander, Wisconsin, was shaken by the disappearance of 56-year-old Jean Colborne. Jean was last seen around 5:40 p.m., leaving the County Farm Nursing Home, a facility where she resided. Despite extensive search efforts, her whereabouts remain unknown to this day.
Physical Description and Health Details
Jean was described as a white female, standing 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighing approximately 135 pounds. She had brown hair and blue eyes. Notably, Jean had a distinctive gait, characterized by dragging her right leg, and her speech was slurred. Additionally, she had a scar on the back of her right foot, her head leaned to the right, and the right side of her face exhibited a droop. ...Read More