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Colin Fraser Obituary

COLIN MacKAY FRASER Passed away peacefully at home on April 14, 2009, at the age of 44. Sons Andrew Robinson and Adon Fraser, mother Donna, father Christopher (deceased), sisters Marie, Patricia, and Karen, many friends and extended family are the richer for his love and caring. 'In Colin's ten + years of coaching hockey, he judged his success based on the smiles on kids faces. His focus was to motivate kids to compete every shift, while winning and losing with class and sportsmanship. Colin's love for hockey was only surpassed by his love for his sons, Adon and Andrew, and for life.' Friends hold special memories of years camping, cottaging, great meals and parties: 'He could make you get up and boogie to your pleasure! Colin brought good cheer to many, going out of his way to make everyone happy and comfortable.' Family and friends found much comfort in his final days by swapping stories and memories, renewing old connections and making new friendships. Colin took great joy in working alongside his Uncle Bruce (deceased), Aunt Pat, and cousins Andrew and Cameron at R&R Yacht Insurance. His warmth, enthusiasm and positive spirit will be greatly missed by co-workers, clients and industry colleagues alike. Heartfelt thanks to Maureen Daniels, Dr. Mason and staff of the Pencer Brain Tumor Centre; Dr. Bernstein and staff of Toronto Western Hospital; Vivian Maxwell, Fai Lo and staff of Shoppers Drug Mart; Monika Lehman of BCI; the palliative care team of Heather Taylor, Dr. Kaplan and Alex Bodik; and the Regional Nursing team and WeCare Home Health Services that provided in-home care during Colin's final days. Friends may call on Sunday, April 19, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at R.S. Kane Funeral Home (6150 Yonge St., at Goulding, south of Steeles) for visitation. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 1 p.m. in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pencer Brain Tumor Centre at Princess Margaret Hospital or the Education Fund for Colin's sons Andrew and Adon (Royal Bank Trust Account 06202-5113808). For condolences please visit Colin's webpage at http://www.caringbridge.org/ visit/colinfraser. Colin, buddy, we will always remember your great wisdom and company. You will never be forgotten.

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Published by Toronto Star from Apr. 16 to Apr. 18, 2009.

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Sharon Douris

July 22, 2015

My condolences to Colin's two sons who will forever have to learn how to live without their father, to his mother Donna and sisters and his cousins and Aunt Pat. He was a life force. Sharon

July 21, 2015

My sincere condolences to Colin's mother, sisters, Aunt Pat and cousins. This is my letter to Colin. I hope he can read it from Heaven.
Dear Colin,
I have only now found that you have passed away. I have thought of you often and fondly over these past 20 years. You were never far from my heart and thoughts even though we lost touch. I always loved you and never stopped. I always thought we would meet again some day and with the pressures of life no longer in the way, we would rekindle our friendship and maybe our love. I am so saddened to see that you are no longer with us. In those 7 years we were close, you were everything to me, my best friend, my love, life was always brighter when your were around. You always supported me and never judged me. I wish I had tried to find you earlier. It seems as if you were on your own for the past few years. I regret that neither of us were able to connect so I could see you again. We were both on our own it appears. I am so saddened that I will never get that chance again. Perhaps this small gesture to have your guest book open forever is my way of keeping you and your memory alive for others. As I have said, my memories of you are the fondest I have in my life. We had so much fun! I am sorry, and if you asked me again I would say yes. I only wish I had known you were ill. I would have come to see you in a heartbeat. I guess I will have to finish my work here and when I am done I will see you on the other side. Love Sharon XX00

Janette and Neil McGivney

May 7, 2009

Having recently lost a brother, our hearts go out to Karen, Trish and Marie and the Fraser clan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lots of Love, Janette McDonald McGivney and Neil McGivney

April 21, 2009

As a friend of Colin's I write this to his Family to share with them and let them know what he meant to me - although I knew of Colin's illness from the time I first met him he chose not to dwell on the seriousness of his situation so therefore I also did not dwell on it - fast forward to some time later I only realized just how serious it had become when on a visit with him after his surgery he had said to me in my ear as are visit was coming to an end, he said don't ever change - and then I realized what he was really saying to me - and there after as I knew what that had meant I still naively went along my way - and although I knew what was inevitable I had no idea what an impact his passing would have on me - for all the times he listened to my vent sessions rather then vent himself,I feel worthy, for all the times he worried about my stuff and not his own I feel selfish - for all the times he told me I was doing a good job I wished I told him more of how I thought he was doing a good job too - but that was Colin's way to make you feel he was the strong one all the while making you feel as well that you were superman too - I cannot tell you just how much I will miss him - I will miss being able to call him at any time knowing that no matter what he would always be there - he was a good man - will always remember him - god bless you all - just being myself -Lisa
Hindrea x o

Marilyn Morrison

April 20, 2009

April 20th 2009

My condolences to Colin's family, I am a freind from some years ago. I have many fond memories of Colin...camping , golfing and many summer's of crazy "Colin" fun. I will pray for colin's family and his son's who will miss their father more than we will ever know.

Much love

Debbie Russell (McKee)

April 17, 2009

Dear Fraser family

So sorry to hear of Colin's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Gordon and Debbie (McKee) Russell and family

Marie Cella

April 16, 2009

Dear Donna and family.
Very saddened to hear of Colin's death.
We have many fond memories of Colin's time in our lives sharing his frienship with our Frank. We are smiling as we write this remembering his great smile. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Marie and Frank Cella

Denise Casey

April 16, 2009

Dear Donna and Aunt Pat and families: I am sad for you all but feel gratitude that your dear Colin's struggle and journey are over. He certainly was an inspiration for all. Love Denise Casey

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