Peacefully, in his 89th year, with his family beside him at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital on Friday, November 12, 2021. Cherished husband of Gail for 65 years, loving father of Alex, Brian, Sharon (Michael) and Lorelee (Dennis). Proud Grandfather of Amanda, Jason and James. Predeceased by his parents, Earl & Lilian, brother Alec, sister Isabel and daughter-in-law Brenda.
An avid reader, Colin was rarely found without a book or newspaper in hand. He was always ready to discuss current or past events and took a more than passing interest in both local and world history. Colin loved a good debate and had been known to argue one position and only days or weeks later to argue the opposing view just for the fun of it. Colin worked at Dearborn Steel for 30 years and after retirement turned his attention to volunteering on the Kintail Cemetery Board where he acted as caretaker and treasurer for 20 years.
A private family graveside service will be held at Kintail Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Kintail Cemetery or the Arthritis Society or the charity of your choice.
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Dorothy McCarnen
I am so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing Gail. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Donna Muir
Gail and family. I am so sorry to hear of Colin’s passing. It was great working with you Gail and Colin was a great person. thinking of you all
Vera Penfound
Dear Gail. We are sorry to hear of Colins passing. Remember the good times and cherish the memories. Lloyd and Vera Penfound
Kate MacAree
Thinking of you all at this time.
Have so many fond memories of Colin through the years.
Doug and Karen Martyn
Our sincere condolences to Gail and family. Karen enjoyed a nice visit with you last week.
Vera Penfound
Dear Gail We are sorry to hear of the passing of Colin. Remember the good times and cherish the memories. Lloyd and Vera Penfound.
Kathie Kelly
Gail and family….so very sorry for your loss…. thinking of you and your family at this difficult time…..Kathie and Tom
Joe & Joanne Ducharme
Our sincere condolences to you & your family Gail.
Rosemary Beange
To Gail & family,
My sincere condolence to you on the passing of your husband.
May you be comforted by family and friends at this sad time.
Rosemary
Laura Johnston
Worked with “Howsy” for several years at Dearborn. Great guy. You have my sympathy.
Linda and John MacDonald
Hello Gail and Family: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in your loss. John worked many years with Colin at Dearborn and enjoyed talking to him whenever he met you two in town. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Treasure your memories and I know you have many.
John and Linda MacDonald
Sharron Durst
My sincerest sympathies to you & your family, Gail
Patricia haskell
Dear Gail , Loralee and family. Jane and I are sorry to hear of your loss. Jane had many good visits to your home and family. Remember all the good times.
Pat and Jane Campbell (Haskell)
Nancy and Junior White
Our sincere sympathy to Gail and all of her family on Colin’s passing. He was always a pleasure to run into when out and about. Always had a good conversation with him. Cherish your memories!!!
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Gail – you and your family are in my special thoughts with sympathy – and with special remembrance of Colin.
Sincerely- Cecelia
Suzanne and Bill Andrew
We were very sorry to hear about your loss of Colin. Sincere condolences to you, Gail, and all of your family. Thinking of you. You will have many great memories of happenings from over the years.
Shirley BOyce
Deepest sympathy Gail,to you and your family. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Hugs, Shirley.
Judy Murray
Lorelee, Dennis and family, please accept our deepest sympathies. Hugs to all.
mary wilkin
my sincere condolences to you, Gail and to all of your family.
Roy and Irene Straughan
Gail , we offer our sincere condolences to you and your family and friends. May God comfort you at this time of your loss.
Yvonne Dean
The memory that first comes to mind is of Colin, book in hand & unconcernedly reading, as elastics ricocheted off of his head. The stories & memories will keep him in your mind & close to your heart always.
Phyllis Scott
Dear Gail and family;
My sincere condolences to you, Gail and your family on the Colin’s passing. Treasure the wonderful memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather .
Sincerely Phyllis
Lynn Million
My sympathy Gail to you and your family