Passed away suddenly on October 29, 2011 at 54 years of age. Colin was born in Antigonish, Nova Scotia on December 10, 1956. He was predeceased by his father, Louis Grant and is lovingly remembered by his wife of 28 years, Sylvia; daughter, Gizelle; son, Cale; mother, Anne Grant; sisters, Anne-Marie (Joe) Durant, Louise (Arnold) Van Heighten and Janet (Jerome) MacPherson; brothers, Danny (Sharon), Billy (Bernadette) and John (Donna); and many close friends and colleagues.
Visitation for family and friends will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Sunday, November 6, 2011 from 3:00 pm to 8:30 pm, and Monday, November 7, 2011 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at ST. ANDREW’S CATHEDRAL, Blanshard at View Streets on Monday, November 7, 2011 at 12:10 pm.
The family would like to express their most sincere appreciation to the crew and command of the HMCS Vancouver, 443 (MH) Squadron and many friends and family who have provided their help and support.
94 Responses
Sylvia, Gizelle and Cale
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Grant family during this difficult time. We were fortunate enough to meet in Geilenkirchen back in the late nineties and have remained friends ever since. Colin was a man who was always there when you needed something, would have no problem keeping you in line, but especially, he would back you up at length if you needed it.
He will be missed. God bless.
Ron, Karen, Josh & Kyle Mann
It is with great sadness that we received the news about Colins’ sudden passing. We have many fond memories of Colin both at work and at hockey. You were a true friend and one who could always be counted on. Our condolences to Sylvia, Gizelle and Cale.
Bill & Susan
Thinking of you at this time Will talk to you when you get home
Mary and family
We are so saddened to hear of Colin’s tragic accident. Our
hearts are broken for the entire Grant family. Please know that you’re
all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Bill & Kay Hooper and family
Lexington, Massachusetts
Sylvia, Gisele & Cale;
We are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic news of Colin’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sylvia; A special memory that I have of Colin is that he always wore a Padre’s cross on the inside of the lapel on his tunic. If I remember correctly a Padre gave it to Colin some time ago. Colin was obviously a spiritual man and I know he loved his family dearly.
Love; Bruce, Jayne, Kayleigh & Brandon
Our deepest condolences to Sylvia and the kids. No words will truly ease the pain, but we hope that our thoughts added to all of your other friends can bring you some comfort during this saddest of times.
Sylvia
Deepest condolences to you at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Al & Lois Wotton – Winnipeg MB
To Colin’s family,
My thoughts are with you all. Colin and I served together most recently in Afghanistan and we enjoyed many good times together. He spoke of you all often. We’re all shocked and saddened by his loss. He was a good man.
Sylvia and family
Please accept our deepest condolences on the sudden loss of Colin.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family in this time of grieving.
Sylvia, Cale, Gizelle, and extended Grant family
We are so sorry for your loss of Colin. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Tom and Kathy Rosche and family