Colin-McDonald-Obituary

Colin Gordon McDonald

Obituary

McDONALD Colin Gordon (Col) 10.5.1933 - 17.7.2009 Passed away peacefully after a patient and brave battle. Much loved husband of Barb. Devoted father of Geoff, Jo and Kate. Father-in-law of Kath, Pete and Craig. Adoring and adored Grandpa of Cam, Emma, Caroline, Callum, Josie and Beth, Lauren, Daniel and Maddy. Col, Thanks for 48 wonderful years, you lived life to the full. A wonderful husband, father and Grandpa. Brave to the end. I will miss you everyday. All my love - Barb. Col, you were always so much more than my Dad. You were my best mate and my hero. No man has loved his son more. - Geoff. Thank you Col for all the love and support you gave to me and for the wonderful son you gave me to love. - Kath. Dear Grandpa, You were the best Grandpa ever and no-one could compare to you. Love - Callum and Beth. We will all miss you so much. Your positive attitude, your sense of humour, your unconditional love. We are so lucky to have had you in our lives. Goodbye Dad, Col and Grandpa. We love you - Pete, Jo, Cam and Em, Lauren, Daniel and Maddy xxx. You were the most wonderful Dad and Grandpa. Thanks for all the precious times and guidance. There was never a shortage of cuddles, love and laughs. All our love always. - Kate, Craig, Caroline and Josie.




This obituary was originally published in the Herald Sun.

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McDONALD. - Colin. Uncle Col, thanks for the ever lasting childhood memories, laughter and encouragement. To Barb, Geoff, Jo, Kate and families, our hearts are with you. - Stuart, Ann and family.

McDONALD. - Colin. I wish you were here to help me find the right words to say for this is what you did best. Listened and guided people, helped and taught people and respected and loved people. You were a beacon in life and although you are no longer with us your light shines brightly through your family. All our thoughts and love goes out to Barb, Geoff, Joanne, Kate and families. Thanks for all you have done for me over the years. You will never be forgotten - Andy, Jen and...

McDONALD. - Colin G. Sincere condolences to Barbara and family on the sad passing of our dear friend Colin. It has been an honour to have shared 40 years of friendship with you and your family. You will be sadly missed by all our family. Our thoughts are with you all. - Tom, Barbara and families.

MCDONALD. - Colin Gordon. To a gentle, witty and kind uncle, despite the sadness we do smile when we think of you. - Ian, Cheryl Mcdonald and families.

McDONALD. - Colin Gordon. Goodbye `Uncle' Col, enjoy the smooth sailing. Love - Glenn and Leisa Logan.

McDONALD Colin Our deepest sympathy to Barbara, Geoff, Cathy and family on the loss of Colin - The Staff at McDonald Marine

McDONALD. - Colin. Farewell to our dear friend Colin (Uncle Col). We will remember a lifetime of loyal friendship and adventures, which we will cherish forever. We will miss your humour, smiles, stories and your company. Our thoughts and love will always be with Barb, Geoff, Jo, Kate and their families. Your beloved Tigers have lost a most loyal supporter. Forever in our Hearts - Judy and Eric. Rest in peace now Uncle Col.

McDONALD. - Colin (Col). Uncle Col - Uncle by friendship of family memories we will treasure forever. We will miss your warm greetings, your humour and most of all your stories. Our love and thoughts are with Barb and family. - Lou, Steve, Ash and Aaron Daniel. Sail Away With All Our Love

McDONALD. - Colin Gordon. Dearly loved brother-in-law of Graeme and Jeanette. Much loved uncle of Sally, Brett and Katrina. Loved by Andrew, Bec and Pete, Tara, Meggie and Luella. Thank you Col for the love and laughs.