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Collin RAHAL Obituary

RAHAL, Collin Jane, 27, passed away following a car accident on Sunday evening, March 3, 2013. Collin was born on April 10, 1985 in Tampa, FL, where she lived until she graduated from the University of South Florida, Cum Laude, earning a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology. Following college, Collin's adventurous spirit and love of travel led her to the country of Morocco, where she lived and taught the English language to school children for a year. Upon returning to the States, Collin pursued employment in the food and beverage industry, as well as creating a very successful career working for a company doing marketing for Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Selfless and generous with her time, Collin traveled twice to Honduras with her family to participate in Medical Missions. She was always looking for ways to help others and give back to her community and the world in general. Early last year, Collin's passion for horses and her desire to fulfill a lifelong dream led her to Ocala to learn to be an event trainer and rider. At the farm, she dove right into the hectic routine of the barn, learning and training, always staying at the top of her game. Collin is best remembered for her tenacity, for her beautiful smile, and her infectious laughter, which always elicited laughter of its own. Collin is survived by her mother, Janet Gres Osceola; her father, Ed Rahal; brother Davis Rahal, Stepmother, Belinda Rahal; Stepsister Kaitlin Williams; Stepfather, Joe Osceola Jr.; Stepsister, Jody Osceola; and step grandmother, Jeanne Gres. Collin is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Alfred D. Gres and Katherine Walker Gres; her stepsister, Ashley Williams Lawson; and her paternal grandfather, Edmund Rahal. Flowers will be accepted, or donations in Collin's name and memory can be made to Quantum Leap Farm, www.quantumleapfarm.org a non-profit horse farm which opened in 2000 to serve injured and disabled adults and children, military service members and their families by fostering a therapeutic relationship between horses and humans. Visitation will be Friday, March 8, 2013 from 6-7pm with a 7 p.m. memorial service, both at Blount & Curry Funeral Home, 605 S. MacDill Avenue, Tampa. Please sign the online guestbook at www.BlountCurryMacDill.com

Published by TBO.com on Mar. 7, 2013.
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Jeanne

November 15, 2023

I never thought I would spend a Christmas without my best friend. You are in my heart and I miss you terribly. Love to the entire family. My heart breaks for you all. Collin's light will shine in all our hearts forever.

Hillery Lovering

December 19, 2013

Collin,

Please know that a holiday will never go by without me thinking about you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
I love you.
Hillery

Hillery Lovering

November 25, 2013

My heart is very shaken and grieved to hear of Collin's passing. Although I did not see Collin for several years, my last memory of her was seeing her in Tampa in 2006. Her smile was so big and I could feel her love and infectious energy. She seemed very happy! Growing up with Collin from elementary school days, what will always stand out to me was her JOY, her sensitive, sweet spirit and her amazing laugh!! She will forever be remembered.

Ariel Flores (Palmer)

June 2, 2013

Two months have gone by and it is still hard to believe that you are gone. I feel you here. I see you as a child running with Davis, climbing trees, laughing with pure joy. And my heart hurts. I feel you in my arms as I rock you to sleep. I remember a time that your mother called me and I had to come to your house because all you wanted was your Teri. Ninananna my darlin' girl.

Teri Peck

May 3, 2013

I still think about you every day, sweetheart. You have no idea how much you are missed. I know you are looking down on me because I feel your presence in my life. You are, as you always were, my beautiful angel.

Hillery Lovering

May 2, 2013

I will always remember the adventures we shared as children. You taught me how to be silly, have fun, and not worry what others think of me. The best memories of my childhood were with you, and I will forever be grateful for the time I had with you. To this day I still tell people about the time you set off the emergency alarm at ruby Tuesdays and ran and locked yourself in the bathroom stall. Such a funny story. My heart goes out to your Mom, Davis, and the rest of your family. You will forever be missed. Love you, Collin!

Victoria Campbell

April 30, 2013

All of my thoughts, prayers, and love go out to Collin's family. Words cannot describe how sorry I am for the loss of Collin. I will never forget her contagious laughter and beautiful smile that could light up a room. She had such a radiant personality that made everything in life so much more fun. The admirable passion that Collin possessed for everything she did is something that we can all learn from. I am truly blessed that I was privileged enough to spend time with such a wonderful person. Rest easy, beautiful angel.

Anthony McGuire

April 23, 2013

Words can hardly express how much i miss you Collin. I SO wish i got to spend more time with you in these recent years and that is what hurts the most. To have had such an amazing and beautiful cousin and have her taken from this world before i had the chance to make new and lasting memories. But i will always and forever cherish the memories that I DO have:)

Lauren Rahal

April 20, 2013

I still remember the first day we met and the last time I saw your face but forever you will remain in my heart. Love Always...

Reese Schipper

April 19, 2013

Collin, I'm not sure I'll ever really believe you're gone. You had so much life in you, I will always feel your energy around me. No one comes close to touching the place you have in my heart. You are my best friend and soul mate.

Olivia Friedel

April 19, 2013

Your light will shine on in my heart forever.

Teri

March 17, 2013

Janet, Davis, Joe
My love & support to you. I am here if you need me for anything.
God bless you and God bless Collin.
Mimi Wills

March 12, 2013

My heart is broke and saddened for the loss of a sweet, sweet, beautiful woman with a smile that lights up the room. Sweet Collin you will never be forgotten! Prayers to your family...

Allie Moreno

March 9, 2013

prayers and love to all...may God's angels hold you as you walk this path........

March 9, 2013

May the God of all comfort, comfort those who grieve this precious one.
Sandra Bryson

March 9, 2013

In your short life you accomplished so many wonderful things,it was an honor to have you at ITB.Your recent visit gave me the opportunity to hug you and tell you that i loved you.A part of you will always be at ITB for your love of animals and your giving and caring nature.Rest with the angels.

lynda Fowler

March 8, 2013

Deepest sympathy for your loss. May the fond memories you have of her beautiful smile and her selfless spirit and zest for life help you to smile through the tears during those most difficult times and may your shared grief bring you closer together as family as you comfort and are comforted by each other and caring friends. And may the God of all comfort be with each of you.

Crystal Wilson

March 8, 2013

deepest sympathy,at this time of great lost ,and much sadness ,to lose a child is above a gravest hurt ,may loving memories bring comfort and peace ,friends pat and cindy whitman

pat whitman

March 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God give you the strength and courage to get through this one day at a time.
Lots of love,
Sue Brown Acuff

March 7, 2013

May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. Prayers are being spoken for all of your family.
With love,
Judy Houser Jones, LaGrange, GA

March 7, 2013

Memories flood my mind like it was yesterday, back when you girls were just kids at ITB, where the most we had to worry about was what horse we were going to ride that day. Your infectious laughter, that gorgeous smile brings back so many precious memories. The times we left the barn and went to BeckySue's and me, you and Olivia jumped in the pool, fully clothed. Those were some of the best times of my life and I was truly blessed to have so many years with you and the other girls. I have been so very proud of you and all the other girls, you have all turned out to be such beautiful, intelligent, successful young women, i never had any doubts! My heart is breaking for your family and friends right now, I know how much you were loved by all and will be missed. We may never know "why" and we not supposed to ask, but one thing I know for sure, such a bright light in such a dark world at times will forever shine down upon us as you rest in the arms of the angels. May God's Love Comfort Your Family, Friends, Co-Workers and all those who knew and loved you. Look for Oakley, he'll be waiting and you can ride him like the wind until we see each other again. Regretfully, I will be unable to attend your service. My heart especially goes out to you Davis, I know how close you were to Collin. Let her dreams continue to live thru you. God Bless You All!

Sheryl Hudson

March 7, 2013

To the Gres extended family: No one should have to endure a tragedy of this magnitude. My heart goes out to each and every one of you. However,I know you guys have enough love together and for each other to see this through. Kisses to you all.

Allison Frank

March 7, 2013

Much love to the family. The best neighbors we could ask for. Love Julie Minardi and her dad Charlie Minardi

Julie Minardi

March 7, 2013

I did not know you Collin but my son Justin is a good friend to you and Davis. RIP young lady ..you are an angel now...

Belle Selditch

March 7, 2013

My prayers are with u and your family.May God hold u all in his arms.

Kim Taylor

March 7, 2013

Dear Collin,
In my heart you will always be one of our beautiful, little girls in their pretty Easter dresses at our annual Easter parties. I can just see you with our other precious children skirting in and out between your mom's friends to hunt for Easter eggs. You will always be that young, sweet, small child. God bless you and may He give your loving mother and her family strength, courage and peace at this saddest of times.
With the fondest of memories,
CJo

CJo

March 7, 2013

My sympathy and prayers go out to the family. she was a beautiful young lady.

Carolyn Cummings

March 7, 2013

Dear Collin,
In my heart you will always be one of our beautiful little girls in their pretty Easter dresses at our annual Easter parties. I can just see you, with our other precious children, skirting in and out between your mom's friends to hunt for Easter eggs. You will always be that young, sweet, small child. God bless you and give your loving mother, and her family, strength and courage at this saddest of times.
With fondest memories of you always,
CJo

March 7, 2013

Collin was lovely in every way and full of love. When I saw her in September, she was so giving and willing to laugh, despite her own personal sorrow at the time. My deepest sympathies to all her family and friends who have lost such a precious young woman.

Christine (Peck) West

March 7, 2013

My heart is broken at the loss of such a beautiful young spirit. Collin, you will be terribly missed but never forgotten, God Bless you and keep you sweet angel. May you forever rest in His peace.

Michelle

March 7, 2013

Janet
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Robert & Suzan Bradshaw

March 7, 2013

Collin, may you rest in peace young lady! Your mother and I are first cousins since your grandparents Al and Katherine Gres were my aunt and uncle. Although we never knew each other while you were here on earth I do want to pay my respects in this difficult time.

Richard Dreier

March 7, 2013

Words cannot express how much you are already missed. I love you, my friend. You were a light in this world and taken from us much too soon.

Hillery

March 7, 2013

To Janet & Davis, I did not know Colin but my heart is broken once again for a young life lost. Remember, death leaves a heartache that no one can heal but love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Laurie Austin-Tindel

March 7, 2013

Dear Collin,
Though I did not know you well, I do know that you were a beautiful, poised, and compassionate young lady. May you enjoy the perfection of heaven, and may God comfort us all as we entrust you to His care.

Billie Meyers

March 7, 2013

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