RICHMOND, Virginia
PARKIN, Colin, of N. Chesterfield, Va., left his earthly life on April 2, 2013, after a valiant struggle with cancer. Born in the United Kingdom, he emigrated to the U.S. in 1962 with his friend Michael and began a successful career in retail. He married Betty in 1966 and was the proud Dad to Heather and Keith, and a loving Grandpa to Chris, Scott, Leah, Colin and Regan. Colin was a true Christian gentleman, kind, generous, creative to the core, and he did enjoy those challenging jigsaw puzzles. A celebration of his life will be held at a Memorial Service on Saturday, April 20, at the Salisbury Presbyterian Church, 13621 W. Salisbury Rd., Midlothian, Va. 23113. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his name to Hospice of Virginia., 1700 Bayberry Court, Richmond, Va. 23226.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Colin and Betty,
I lovingly remember you both from Sicklerville, NJ. We all moved in together at about the same time on Waltham Way.
Dorothy Kahhan
July 24, 2020 | Henderson, NV | Friend
I'll always remember Colin as a creative and funny gentleman who did not hesitate to share his opinion and dashing smile. I can easily picture him now repainting his heavenly digs in the glorious greens and mauves that he loved. Betty and family, my love to you all.
Doreen Vaughn
April 12, 2013 | Fredericksburg, VA
Dear Betty, All of us in The NeverEnding Circle were so sorry to learn of Colin's passing. He will so missed as a friend, father and husband. Peace to all.
Debe Garrison
April 10, 2013 | Fredericksburg, VA
Because Colin was so special to us, we want you to know how very glad we are that we got to know him. He seemed so warm and wise and somehow with just a word or smile, he made us feel better. We will always miss and remember him.
Whitey & Bobbie Comer
Richmond, VA
April 10, 2013
We have been close family friends for 42 years. Colin's presence will be greatly missed and we treasure all the wonderful memories we shared with him and his family. Our thoughts and prayers remain with all the Parkins during this very sad time.
Dee and Larry Lycett
Dee Lycett
April 10, 2013 | Spotsylvania, VA
Our trip back to The UK. in 2004.
My best friend left this earth but his memory will always be present, I have memories from the 57 years that we have been friends that will be with me forever. You will always be with me.
Your best friend....Michael.
Michael Harrison
April 10, 2013 | Smithtown, NY