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for Orland Colborne
Julia Colborne
December 13, 2007
Dad,
This will be the first Christmas without you, but you are still with us in spirit. I am wishing you A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year. You are missed alot.
Love Always
Julia
Bampa 2007
November 22, 2007
Me anf Bampa 2007
November 22, 2007
Memorial Tattoo- Justin
November 18, 2007
In Loving Memory of the Best Grandfather Ever
November 8, 2007
nicole de haven
September 11, 2007
Bampa,
I don't think I will get to see you before I leave for the Trek on Friday. I submitted some photos of you for the slide show. If everyone pays me, I will have raised over a thousand dollars for the Lung Association in your honour. I will try to make my way to you next week. Love you loads.
nicole.
Justin Foreman
August 26, 2007
Hey Bampa sorry it took so long for me to write this but it’s been hard. It’s been over a month since you passed away but the pain is the same as the moment you left us. This is only the second time I’ve come to see you but I’ll be here as much as possible I promise. I’m leaving for Ohio soon something like 17 days or so. I wish you were here so I could say goodbye. Day after day I wish I had just one more day with you; 0ne more day to talk about life, about school, about sports, about the family, about anything. I would give anything to hear your voice just once more, to see you smile once more, to tell you how much I love you. I think about all the good times we had messing around in the doctor’s office, watching the sox or the pats, driving around in the cruiser at the hospital, we always had a good time. I’ll never forget everything you’ve taught me and said to me, never. I miss you so much I just want to sit and talk to you. You truly are the best grandfather ever. You were so much more than that you were and always will be my best friend. Through thick and thin you were always there to watch me play little league and basketball and soccer, even through all my doctor’s appointments you were always right beside me. It hurts to think of all that you won’t be there for, for when I graduate from Ohio State, when I get married, when I have kids everything. Your memory will always be with me even if you can’t be. I will make you proud someday I promise. i hope I can be as caring and considerate and loving as you were. “Family First” that’s what you always said to me and I swear I’ll live by that for the rest of my life. I hope somehow you can understand how much I miss you and wish I could see you. Everyone tells me I look just like you. I hope you are watching over me like everyone says you are because I swear I can’t imagine spending a day without you, even though you aren’t here at least I know you will always be with me in heart and mind. I got a tattoo for you it’s going to be amazing I need to get it finished though and one of my friends drew me an amazing picture in your memory. So no matter where I am you will always be with me watching over me through the good times and bad through all of the happiness and sorrow. I could go on and on but I’ll end here for now. I’ll write to you as much as possible and pray that you can hear all that I say. I can’t say goodbye so it’s and I’ll talk to you later. I love you so much and miss you every day.
Love Always,
Justin
I love you Bampa.
Always a good time had when Bampa was around.
August 16, 2007
Bampa 2004.
August 16, 2007
August 16, 2007
Jewell and Bampa 2007.
August 16, 2007
Donna Little
August 8, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg, Lovey, Johnny, Cheryl, and Julia and your families,
When I think of Uncle Orland, I think of a quiet and gentle man with a fun sense of humor. We are so sorry for all of you to have lost him.
Love, Donna and John Little
Maria Holubek
August 7, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
with love,
Ria
Bampa in July 2005
August 4, 2007
Lu Baron
August 4, 2007
Dear Mrs. Colborne, John David, Sr., Cheryl, Julia, Lovey and family,
While I did not have the good fortune to know you Mrs. Colborne and your daughters all that well, your lives touched mine as a result of a blessed friendship I have shared with your son and brother, John, and his loving and supportive wife Donna.
That being said, I need to say that in each of our lives we can only hope that we leave a legacy of some sort behind. I am so sure that Mr. Colborne (Orland)has clearly done that. The amazing, selfless man I have come to know in John is a miraculous legacy that truly honors Mr. Colborne's memory and life, as well as yours Mrs. Colborne. It is never the grand gestures of giving that seem to touch our hearts the most, but rather the small random acts of compassion that fill our hearts forever. John is the most loving, generous and compassionate man I know. He is a devoted husband and an incredible father to his beautiful son, John David. I am proud to call him "friend" and honored by his friendship. Your husband and father, while I did not know him well, has left an amazing legacy behind in his son and family. Thank you for allowing me to share my love and gratitude and to honor Mr. Colborne's memory.
Love and Peace,
Lu
(Luanne Baron)
Bernis Family
August 2, 2007
Thinking of you and your family at this time. Orland is at peace and is reunited with family and friends. He is safe and happy. God Bless!!!!
GLORIA EREN
August 2, 2007
John, Donna, John David,
May the Lord lift you up and give you Love and the strength in this time of need. I love you and hurt for you. God bless
Charlene Wallace
August 1, 2007
Mrs. Colborne, John, Lovey, Cheryl,Julia and families; John and I were very sorry to hear of Orland's passing. We know it was difficult for him at the end and hope that the end of his suffering brings you some peace. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Donna and John - We're sorry we couldn't be there for you, but want you both to know how much we all love you. John, Charlene, Shayne, Shelby and Gabriel Wallace
Marie and Bob Bachelder
July 31, 2007
John sorry to hear about your Dad passing.
Love
Warren and Karen Gartner
July 31, 2007
John and Donna, sorry to hear about your loss.
Sincerely
jeanne and al aretusi
July 29, 2007
cheryl and family, we are so sorry to hear of your recent loss our prayers and thoughts are with you love jeanne and al (gina's mom and dad)
Doreen Oldenettel
July 26, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg, Lovey, Cheryl, Johnny, Julia and families,
I recently ran across a picture of Uncle Orland at Mom and Pop's house in Bay Village. He was standing up in the living room, holding Taryn. He was so good at consoling cranky babies; he rocked them back and forth in his arms and talked gently to them. (but then, maybe it was that "strange" Boston accent they found amusing)
We are thinking of all of you and comforted knowing that you are so close to one another for support.
Love,
Steve and Doreen
JANET SMITH/COLBORNE
July 26, 2007
I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS.YOUR FATHER WAS A REALLY NICE MAN.MY CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF THE FAMILY
Linda Rechenbach
July 26, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg and family:
I have such fond memories of our visits to Mass and Uncle Orland driving us to see the sights, looking for "lucky stones" with Kirsten and his general sweet & kind disposition. He was a special soul. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Linda
The Briatico Family
July 26, 2007
You are in our thoughts. With Deep Sympathy and Friendship Love
Maria, Bob and family Cappucci
July 26, 2007
With Our Deepest Sympathy
Love
Mike, Robin, Jennifer and Amanda Cain
July 26, 2007
Our thoughts are with you.
With much Sympathy
Richard Cobleigh
July 26, 2007
John, Your father was a fine gentleman. It was very sad news to hear he has passed away. We spent our early lives going through the Melrose schools together and in our spare time we chummed and played in the neighborhood. We graduated in the same class of "51" and he went to work at the Melrose Army and Navy Store. He went into the Marine Corp and I into the Army. I am so sorry I didnt make time to meet you and the rest of his family. My fond memories of him will always be with me. Wishing you and your family comfort in your time of need. From
Neal Kimball
July 26, 2007
John, I was saddened to read about your Dads passing and wanted you to know that. He was a great guy to work for, all the baggers and cashiers loved him at Cerretanis.
An old friend
Robert and Sherry Simpson
July 26, 2007
Sorry for you loss
Sincerely
the Thoms
July 25, 2007
John, Donna and John David:
We have fond memories of Orland coming to watch John David play baseball and soccer. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love
Lee, Patty, Daryl and Brent Colborne
July 25, 2007
Johnny,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Please pass along our sympathy to the rest of your family.
Jean and David Cain
July 25, 2007
Dear Donna and John
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.
Kimberly and Mike Talbot
July 25, 2007
John and Donna
With Deepest Sympathy
Love
Jim DeHaven
July 25, 2007
At times like this, we can't help remembering how fragile life is...May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. In Deepest Sympathy
Jimmy, Ellen, Shawn, Ry-Guy and Kelly Stanton
July 25, 2007
You are very special to us, and we are sending you our warmest thoughts and best wishes for brighter, happier days. Dearest John, so sorry about your Dad-The hardest thing in life is death. Sorry the Stantons werent around when it happened. I will always remember your face (Handsome as it is)at my dad's wake. Please know we are here for you-also know that you are a wonderful father and person and we love you!
Jody, George and family Karelas
July 25, 2007
John, Donna and John David
May the quiet places of your heart be filled with sweet echoes of your fathers love. We are so sorry for the passing of your Dad.
xoxoxo
Michelle and Christopher Ackerman
July 25, 2007
John, Donna and John David:
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Call if we can support you in any way.
Sincerely,
Brad, Nancy and Bradlee Taylor
July 25, 2007
John, Donna and John David
Those we laughed with, learned from, leaned on, and loved most leave us the best memories. Honoring the memory of a very special person. In Sympathy and with love,
Patty and Tom Bailot
July 25, 2007
Dear John, Donna and John David
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Father (Grandfather). Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Love
Gail, Steve and Renee Carraggi
July 25, 2007
John,Donna and John David
Wishing you peace and the comfort of warm memories.
Love
the Wilkinson company
July 25, 2007
With Deepest Sympathy on Your Loss from Geoff, John, Al and your friends at GTW
Dave, Di, Meaghan and Shane McKinley
July 25, 2007
John, Donna and John David:
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He is at peace now with no more suffering. If we can help in any way, please let us know. Love always, Dave, Di, Meaghan and Shane
John and Di Falasca
July 25, 2007
John, We were so sorry to hear that your father passed. Our prayers and love are with you!
Stephen and Lucille and kids Mowles
July 25, 2007
John and Donna
Sorry for your loss
Lindo and Michele Luciano
July 25, 2007
John, Donna and John David:
May caring thoughts bring you strength in this time of sadness.
With Sympathy, Lindo, Michele, Marc and Michael
Billy and Josephine Bernis
July 25, 2007
John, Donna and John David
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Love, Billy, Josephine and family
John and Liz Sieminski
July 25, 2007
Dear John and Donna
We are so sorry about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Stephanie Gainer
July 25, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg and family,
May the love you share with eachother continue to help you all through this difficult time. Uncle Orland will be missed. Keeping you in our prayers...with love,
Stephanie and Brian
Delora Ahlegian
July 25, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg, Lovey, Julia, Johnny, Cheryl and families,
Reading through all of the comments makes it clear that Uncle Orland will always be very close in your mind and heart. The love you have for him will continue to live on. We are so sorry to hear that he passed away. Always remember that the love you gave him every day made his life so much richer. You are all in our thoughts...Delora, Ron, Michelle, Brooke
cathy lucia
July 22, 2007
there is so little one can do or say to ease the sorrow in your heart today. but all the sympathy of those who care goes out to you in loving thought and prayer. cathy mike and j.j.
paulina lucia
July 22, 2007
sometime there are no words, sorry for your loss pauline lucia and jack ioren (mikes grandmother)
bill and diana lampros
July 22, 2007
cheryl and family, may fond memories be of comfort to you at this time. fondly bill and diana lampros
joe and cathy palotta
July 22, 2007
cheryl and family we are so very sorry for your loss. we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. if you need anything we are here for you
patty mcnally
July 22, 2007
cheryl jim and family, sorry to hear about the loss of your dad and grandfather. our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. dave, patty and children
lorraine colantuoni
July 22, 2007
may it comfort you to know that others care, and may you find new hope and peace in the days ahead.
dom lucia
July 22, 2007
in the love that surrounds you may you find strength in the memories you cherish may you find peace. dom and susan (mike's dad)
fiona prince
July 22, 2007
i was very sorry to hear of your loss. your family is in my thoughts and prayers, love fiona (prince restaurant)
kevin and paula pawl
July 22, 2007
with deepest sympathy
trudy daley
July 22, 2007
cheryl and family sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. love aunt trudy
carmie aunty
July 22, 2007
chrissie and family i was so sorry to hear of your loss of your grandfather you have my deepest sympathy. love aunty carmie (mike's aunt)
nancy brown(foreman)
July 22, 2007
cheryl and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, love fran and nancy
helen foreman
July 22, 2007
a note of caring as you honor you dad's life. may wonderful memories of your dad help you celebrate and commemorate his life, remind you of his love, and bring peace and healing to your heart helen foreman
gina holland
July 22, 2007
cheryl and family, thinking of you with deepest sympahty, love gina mike and the twins
david colantonui
July 22, 2007
in the loss of your father, may your memories of your father ad the caring thoughts of others comfort you. sincerely david and cathy colantonui and family
funicella jim
July 22, 2007
I send my condolences and prayers to all of you. Orland was my 2nd dad growing up and he will be missed. But, we all have our memories and those can't be taken away from us. Love Always Jim
joey foreman
July 20, 2007
BAMPA: I miss you oh so very much. I got a nintendo ds,nintendo wii,portable dvd player,two movies,money and some other stuff for my birthday,I really wish you could of been there for my birthday. I will never forget the fun we had between fooling around in the doctors office waiting for the doctors,just talking,and other fun stuff that we did together,thanks for all of that. Ever since you passed away i've been really sad. Hey bampa guess what me,Brian,Tanya,Jason,and justin (brians mother and two little brothers) all went to the stoneham zoo and saw all the animals and I thought of the time me,you,Meme,John David,and Justin all went to the stoneham zoo together. I had alot of fun. Thank you agian for all of that I had so much fun. well with my deepest sympathy i guess this is our last goodbye until i see you again in heaven someday hopefully not too soon. love always.i miss you so very much joey
Richard & Frances Nord
July 20, 2007
Dear Peg, Lovey, John & Donna, Cheryl & Jim, Julia & all of the Grandchildren:
Although the last few years for Orland were filled with medical difficluties and uncertainty, he was fortunate to have a family that continued to show their love and affection for him. Fran & I fondly remember our New England visits, the trips to various places of interest. The family meals, the level of concern that you all have for each other. Certainly Orland has left you a wonderful legacy to cherish and to build on.
We mourn with you for the loss of your husband, father, & grandfather. We rejoice with you for the promise of his Glory through our Lord.
Kirsten and Ryan Matyjasik
July 20, 2007
Our deepest sympathies are with Aunt Peg and all your family as you mourn the loss of Uncle Orland. I will always remember visiting Boston as a little girl and having him take me on walks on the beach to find lucky pebbles. He was such a kind, caring man. I hope you all are able to gain strength from each other and from the many wonderful memories you have.
Love,
Kirsten and Ryan
Christina Foreman
July 19, 2007
Bampa,
I came to say Hi. I miss you SO much. You ARE the best grandfather ever. I think of you constantly - Little things like our Butter Rum Life Savers remind me of you, haha. I miss coming to see you all the time. I feel lost without you. I promise I will still come visit all the time. I love the times we spent together and will remember them forever. I miss our talks and hiding the holter monitor on the nurse with you and Mike, just one fun memory of thousands. You have taught me stuff you dont even know that I will use all thru life. And I know you will always be with me. I promise I will be there for and help my family whenever they need it, they are the best (I am so grateful to have them & am glad we are as close as we are) and I don't know what I would do without them, Mike, and Diane thru this rough time. I refuse to say goodbye so I will talk to you later. I LOVE YOU, always. Miss you so much! Love, Chrissie
Eric Crawford
July 19, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Eric
Laurie Beetler
July 19, 2007
Dear Aunt Peg, Lovey, Johnny, Cheryl, Julia and all your families, I am so very sad for all of you. Please know that so many people love you all and are thinking and praying for each one of you. God Bless and give you strength
with love, Laurie Beetler
lovey pulsifer
July 18, 2007
Dad you wont be able to read this but maybe you know what i am thinking-there are so many memories of good times i'd like to share our trips to ohio when we all sleeped in the back seat of the car on the bed you made-the time we wenting camping in the station wagon in the back yard-driving lessons-dont forget driving billy and i to the prom and picking us. up. So many things you taught me how to change a radiator on a car and much more, remember the time johnny and i waxed the brand new car with ajax for you and mom. our memories are good and some may be bad but there our memories to keep locked in our hearts forever love you see you some day not to soon got a lot more memories to make in this world for dena to treasure.
Jeff and Karen Rechenbach
July 18, 2007
Some of my fondest memories growing up were coming to Boston to spend our vacation with Uncle Orland and Aunt Peg. We will all miss that mischevious smile and wonderful glint in his eyes. Aunt Peg, children and grandchildren you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you say good bye to a good man.
Cindy & Russ Condrich
July 18, 2007
Aunt Peg, our love and prayers go out to you and your family. You are always in our thoughts and have our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
cheryl foreman
July 18, 2007
dad, I really miss you alot, it is so hard to get up and not come to visit you whether it be at the hospital, home or nursing home. You ARE the best dad anyone oculd ask for and I am always going to miss you and visit you regularly. It seems so strange not to call you and make sure you take your medication and all the other things I would call you about, like today I would have called to tell you Christina got a job promotion, but I told you when I came to visit you. Ill miss you and love you forever. Love cheryl
July 16, 2007
Peg,John and Family
Our memories of Orland are really enjoyable ones and we are grateful to have had the opportunity to know such a wonderful man. Memories are what help us get through these truly painful times in our lives. Your great memories will keep Orland in your hearts forever.
We Love you
Craig and Donna
Julia Colborne
July 15, 2007
Dad,
You will be missed alot. Memories will always be held close in my heart.
Love Always
Julia
nicole de haven
July 15, 2007
bampa. He was the best grandfather and best friend anyone could have asked for; he was always there when I needed him. The memories of our adventures are many. He would take my sister and I fishing and hiking in the woods. He would bring us sledding and to the playground. When it came time to learn to drive, he was there and brought me for my road test. Bampa was the one I would call whenever something good or bad happened. Growing up, he was like a father to Jewell and I. If only everyone could be as lucky to have such an awesome grandfather.
john parziale
July 15, 2007
please accept our heartfelt sympathy and prayers the parziale family of melrose
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