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2018
John Colenso Obituary
Howell - His Legacy…John Colenso, age 85, passed away, March 23, 2018, surrounded by his family. John was born April 15, 1932 in Detroit, MI to James and Maude (Ryan) Colenso. He married the love of his life, Joan A. Waggoner on March 1, 1958. She preceded him in death, July 1, 2015. John enjoyed being with his family. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. His Family…John is survived by his daughters, Annette (Ronald) McGrath, Lynn Walker and Julie Lanphar; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Ronald F. Colenso. His Farewell…John's family and friends will gather on Saturday, March 31, 2018, from 11:00AM until the time of his Community Farewell at 12:00PM at Liberty Baptist Church, Howell, MI, pastor Kim Perdue officiating. Interment to follow at Howell Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Liberty Baptist Church. Please leave a message of comfort to the Colenso family by calling 1.877.231.7900 or sign the guestbook at borekjennings.com
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for John Colenso
March 26, 2018
To the family and friends of John Cole so I am extending my sincere sympathy to you for the loss of your loved one . May you find comfort from God who wants to be a comfort to you . Psalms 94 : 19 .
Jeanette McGhee
March 26, 2018
May the God of all comfort and mercy give the family hope and peace during this time of sadness. Jeremiah 29:11.
S H
March 26, 2018
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
RK
March 26, 2018
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1, 2.
D S
March 26, 2018
I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of John, during this time of mourning his passing. Please be assured that God will provide all of you with the comfort and strength that you need during this most difficult time.-Matthew 5:4
March 26, 2018
My Sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories and the God of all comfort. (2 Cor. 1:2,3)
March 26, 2018
May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.
March 26, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family. May you find comfort in knowing that those who have passed on in death God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. May the God of all comfort give you peace and strength to endure this time of sorrow.
Romans 15:13
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HR
March 26, 2018
UJ
March 26, 2018
My expression of sympathy to the family and friends as you mourn your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and memories you shared with your loved one to warm your heart. May our loving Heavenly Father continue to comfort you and your family during this difficult time ( Co 1:3,4) Sincerely
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