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31 Entries
Ross Fattori
July 30, 2024
Gail, Reid and Family, my deepest condolences for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Colin while co-organizing the Georgina Waterfront Harvest Run held at Clearwater Farm in 2019. I remember Colin with great fondness and admiration, especially his enthusiasm, his curiosity and his kindness.
Owen Sanders
May 8, 2024
Gail, Reid, and others who have had the pleasure of knowing Colin,
I work at the Town of Georgina and had the pleasure of working with Colin on the approvals related to Clearwater Farms. Colin was one of, if not the most passionate person I've ever met. Colin had an intense drive for innovation, and seeing concrete positive results. Clearwater Farms, and the Town was fortunate to have Colin push for amazing community benefits.
I wish Colin's family and friends well.
Thanks, Owen
Eric Armour
May 7, 2024
Gail and Reid, my deepest condolences for your loss. My first interaction with Colin was through the GBA where he was a very passionate board member. I later learned of the mutual connections we shared. He was energetic and always a source of ideas. Many that carry on today. Nothing was an obstacle.
Take care, Eric
Emma Krause
May 2, 2024
Dear Gail and Reid,
I did not have the pleasure of meeting Colin, but I heard wonderful things about him from my parents Mark and Jennifer. He sounded like a lovely, kind, interested and interesting man. My condolences for your loss, and sending supportive energy your way for the days, weeks, and months ahead.
All the best,
Emma Krause
Henry Krause & Megan Shuffleton
May 2, 2024
Gail and Reid, I am so deeply sorry to learn of Colin´s sudden passing. Both Jennifer and Mark speak so highly of him, specifically his quick wit and kindness, but it´s clear from the graceful writing above that he was also steadfast in his commitment to his communities, intellectual pursuits and insatiable curiosity. I wish I had the opportunity to meet and know him. Meg and I are keeping you both in our hearts, and we are sending healing, loving kindness to the entire Dobell family. May you find comfort in being together and sharing in Colin´s memory.
With all our love,
Henry & Meg
Kathleen
May 2, 2024
Unfortunately I never had the opportunity to meet this kind, caring, curious and compassionate man. My sincere condolences to family and friends. What an incredible legacy Colin left for others....A reminder that every moment matters. We must live life passionately and commit unflinchingly to that which one Believes.
David Kaplan
May 1, 2024
Dear Gail and Family,
Natalie and I are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Colin. May his memory be a blessing and bring comfort to all of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
With heartfelt sympathy.
Lacey Phillips
May 1, 2024
Dear Gail and family,
I am so sorry for your incredible loss - my deepest condolences to you all. I am thinking of you and sending supportive thoughts your way.
David Geene
April 30, 2024
My condolences to all of you. I was Executive Director of Georgina Trades Training when Clearwater Farms was starting out. Colin and I had many discussions about potential collaborations between our organizations. He was a smart and creative guy. I enjoyed our conversations. My daughter Hannah worked at Clearwater for three summers and really liked Colin too. We were both sad to hear the news of Colin´s passing. David
Julie Hickey
April 30, 2024
I first met Colin when I volunteered at Clearwater Farm in summer of 2016. He was encouraging when I doubted myself, always cheerful, lent me a sympathetic ear on many occassions when I was struggling mentally myself, and I respected that he was not afraid to get his hands in the weeds and dirt (literally).
Sending so much love to his family and to the Clearwater/Ontario Water Centre crew.
Lynn Dionne
April 30, 2024
Gail, Reid, Alisha, and Jane. My deepest condolences to you, your family, friends, and all who loved Colin. I was deeply saddened to hear of his sudden passing. While I didn't meet Colin, I fondly recall the many conversations Gail and I had about him and family adventures. His obituary is a wonderful tribute to an extraordinary man.
Lisa Salapatek
April 29, 2024
Dear Gail and family,
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you find some comfort in good memories. My sincere condolences.
Alison
April 28, 2024
I met Colin when he was about 9 years old. It was years later when we became long term renters of the Jordan cottage at Lake Ida Quebec that we reconnected. Colin was always so helpful, reasonable and thoughtful whenever we had issues or things needed attention. I remember our last conversation last May and the sweet note that he sent us wishing us well on our move to Almonte saying « we will see each other again ». Colin has been a part of our lives for a long time and we will miss him.
Our condolences for your huge loss.
Jan Beaver
April 28, 2024
Prayers rising for a wonderful kind compassionate man. I only met him once but his passion for including more Indigenous perspectives in Clearwater Farm programs was truly inspiring. He will be greatly missed and remembered with fondness by many people. I have arranged to have a memorial tree plant in his honour.
Michelle Richards-Clermont
April 28, 2024
Colin was a wonderful friend, and supported me through my own mental health challenges. His love for Clearwater Farm was evident in everything he did for the farm and our local community. He brought me in to create art for and with the community, which I will continue to honour Colin as well as provide a creative outlet for those in need. My sincerest condolences to all. He will be with me always. With love light and Universal energy.
Danyal Martin
April 28, 2024
Dear Gail and family - I am so sorry to read of Colin's passing. I remember Gail mentioning stories of adventures that the two you embarked on. I hope that, in time, happy memories will make these sad moments a bit more manageable. I'm thinking of all of you and sending love and peace your way.
Curzon Dobell
April 28, 2024
This is such painful news. Colin had such a keen and curious mind, and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Like most bright people, he was a good listener. I'm sorry we didn't spend more time together. Our sincere condolences to Gail, Reid and Jane.
Valerie Bince-Stuart
April 28, 2024
Sincere condolences, Reid and Family. You are such a wonderful and exceptional person that I am sure your father was as well.
Jennifer Schipper
April 27, 2024
We met Colin only once but what a memorable afternoon it was. We were deeply struck by his curiosity, thoughtfulness and kind soul and only wanted to get to know him even more. We hope you can find comfort in all of your beautiful memories and the incredible legacy he leaves. We could tell that he was a very special person and we know, dear to you all. All our love, Jennifer and Mark
Harvey Glower
April 27, 2024
Dearest Gail and family. I was devasted to hear the news of Colin's untimely passing. I cannot sufficiently express my most sincere sympathies to you, Reid, Jane and your extended families. I am truly sorry for your loss. May Colin´s memory be for a blessing. I know you will keep his kindness and goodness and all his attributes alive by always speaking his name and carrying on his legacy.
Mary Gilmour
April 27, 2024
It is with much sadness that I learn of Colin´s death. I worked with his mother for some years as a trustee of the Ottawa Board of Education and I remember, vividly, her pride in him and love for him. Please convey to her and to the rest of the family my sincere condolences.
Lida Palalas
April 27, 2024
My heartfelt condolences Gail, Reid and Jane. Fond memories of Colin, eternal be his memory
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