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.
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Dear Sylvia and Family –Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of your grief WE HAVE SO MANY GREAT THOUGHTS OF COLIN,JOHN,DANNY andBILL –WHEN THEY CAME TO BANFF TO PLAY HOCKEY IN THE CANAM TOURNAMENTS . Take care Allour love
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time. Please accept our sincere condolences. Remember the good times you shared. xo
Sylvia and family,
We were both shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Colin’s untimely death. I felt privelaged to have had the opportunity to work with Colin both in Summerside and Greenwood.Our son Chris, has also been influenced by Colin’s professionalism and zest for life. He will be sadly missed.
Terry and Monica Smith
My sincerest sympathy to the family , my prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Dear Sylvia, Gizelle and Cale:
Our deepest sympathy for your loss of Colin. In this time of sorrow, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as we, along with so many others, also grieve.
To Anne Grant, Danny, Billy, John, Anne-Marie, Louise and Janet and their families: We were so saddened to hear of Colin’s death. Please accept our condolences.
Angus and Anne MacPherson and family, Calgary
Sylvia, Gizelle & Cale –
How lucky we were to have had Colin as a neighbour over the last four years. He always had a friendly “Hello” and time to chat. We thought he was a very kind man who loved his family and lived his life with honour and integrity.
We are deeply saddened by his loss and we will miss him.
Sincerely,
Sandra & Gordon Kyle
Sylvia and children,
We just wanted to let you know our thoughts are with you at this time. It was a pleasure and an honor to have known Colin and are so sorry for your loss.
Roy & Suzanne
Dear Sylvia, Gizelle, Cale & Family
With such sadness we write this note. Tears have not stopped and will go on for much longer. Our prayers have been continuous for Colin and you and all the family.
Colin has placed a footprint in our hearts and will be there forever.
Please accept our long distance condolences for your loss.
God Bless
Jack & Pat
Sylvia, Gizelle, Cale, Anne, Danny, Billy, John, Anne Marie, Louise Janet and families: our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. The news of the accident involving Colin still seems unreal. So many years and plans to look forward to. Peace be with you as you share many memories.
Gerry & Ria Grant
We are so sorry to hear of Colin’s sudden and tragic passing.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories that you shared together.
With our Deepest Sympathy
Peter/Colette