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
We are deeply saddened by your tragic loss, our hearts go out to all of Colin’s family from coast to coast.
To the Grant family
Just to let you know that I’m shocked and saddened to what has happened to Colin. I’ve been cutting his hair for quite a few years now and he was always a pleasure to talk to. He was always eager to share his hockey stories and was always very proud of his family. I will miss him as he was one of my favorite clients…. My heart goes out to you……
Dianne Vessey L.A. Hairazors,
Sylvia,
It was with great sadness that we learned of your tragic loss. Colin was an influential leader who did so much for so many. We are all better for having known Colin. Christina and I will cherish the many great memories of our times in Comox. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Mike and Christina
Sylvia and family,
Our thoughts are with you during your time of grieving.
Besides teaching me many things that I will carry with me throughout my career, Colin was a rare blend of airman who combined compassion, dedication, professionalism and humour masterfully.
We and the Air Force will dearly miss him.
Jeff and Joanna
Anne -Marie, Our deepest sympathies on the death of your brother ,Colin. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe and Gloria Deon
Sylvia, my deepest condolences. Colin was a great man who was loved by all, he will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sylvia,
I am so sorry for your untimely loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It was an absolute privilege to know and work with Colin and he will be greatly missed by so many.
My deepest condelences.
Amanda Crigger
Sylvia, we would like to extend our deepest condolescences to you and your familly in this difficult time. We remember the times in Winnipeg and Geilenkirchen. Colin had a great zest for life and was devoted to his work and family. His smile and laughter will be greatly missed however imbedded in our thoughts.
We will be thinking of you Sylvia, Gizelle, Cale.
From Denis,Lyne, Remy and Mathieu Poulin
To Ann Grant & family:
Ann , we were so saddened to learn of Colin’s sudden & tragic death. Please be assured that Joanne & I will have you in our prayers throughout this difficult time. If there is anything we can do at this time, please let us know. You can count on us.
Chuck Curry
Dear Sylvia and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss and sadness. We will always remenber Colin as one who truely enjoyed life to its fullest. Our condolences.
Tony and Lucy Calderone