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July 4, 2016
Bea, thinking of you at this time; one year passed so quickly. Love Gayle
Sonia Shoukry
July 4, 2016
A year passed by and we are thinking of you always - RIP Colin now you are free.
Jilian Scarth
July 26, 2015
I am so very sorry to hear of your sad loss, Bea, my very sincere sympathy.
With love, Jilian
Linda Bakk
July 25, 2015
Bea, Angus and family.
I am so very sorry to hear about Colin. I remember him as a thoughtful, sensitive and fun loving young man. My sincerest thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
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Jeff Chute
July 20, 2015
Colin was a fun and exciting best friend whose adventurous spirit enriched my boyhood memories like no one else. He was a great Lego builder, tree fort maker, and storyteller with an intensity of feeling. Though we lost touch, I am heartened to hear he found expression for his sensitivities through teaching and writing later in life. To Bea, Angus, and his loved ones, my sympathy for your loss.
A Lace
July 17, 2015
We were young once, weren't we?
It's become a fog. --- I dry my eyes.
Coming up together, in this life - you, me -and them: - too.
No matter the similarities.
We will meet again: my friend- of that I am sure.
July 14, 2015
So saddened by his passing. The New Westminster school community is much poorer today. Rest in Peace.
Kim Zimmerman
July 13, 2015
I am deeply saddened by Colin's passing, I have had the privilege of working him for the past two years and I am so grateful I had the opportunity, Kim
Hugh Quan
July 13, 2015
Extremely grieved to hear of your tragic loss and want to extend the deepest heartfelt condolences to you and yours.
Fiona Byrne
July 13, 2015
So saddened to hear of Colin's passing. I was a colleague of his in SD40. There are no words to help your pain but know that he was not only an extraordinary teacher but a beautiful, positive, inspirational person to have worked with. RIP Colin
July 13, 2015
Bea, we were so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. The Hopper Girls, Jean, Joyce, Judy & Kathy
Mrs. C.W. Quan & Connie
July 12, 2015
Sincere condolences to all of you on your great loss. May loving memories bring you peace and strength. May it help and comfort you to know the tremendous impact he made in the lives of his students.
Janice Clarfield
July 12, 2015
Bea Dear ~ I am saddened to hear of Colin's passing. Sending you and your family my heart felt condolences. With a warm embrace, Janice
Francine Legault
July 12, 2015
So sorry to hear about your loss Bea. My sincere condolences.
Angela Ballantyne
July 12, 2015
You will be missed. You were a amazing Teacher, Hero, Mentor and Roll Model. My son's life will ever be enriched for having you as his Teacher for Gr 5. Our thoughts are with your Family in this time.
The Ballantyne's
Sonia Shoukry
July 12, 2015
Colin, there are no words can express how saddened I feel or to ease the pain of your loss. You will always be remembered in my heart with your lovely poems and you personalized book, your smile and your love to life, family and friends will always be in my mind
Life brings tears, smiles, and memories. The tears dry, the smile fades, but the memories live on forever. My heartfelt sympathy to you Bea, Julia and Angus. Rest in peace Colin.
Sue and Daryl Johnson
July 12, 2015
Colin you were taken from us too early but you left behind your essence that lives on in the hearts of your family, colleagues and friends. I shall always treasure the gift of your book and the personalized message you wrote. Our love goes out to your mother, our dear friend Bea and your family. With Our Heartfelt Sorrow, Sue and Daryl
July 12, 2015
Colin you left us too early but you also left behind an amazing essence that your keeps you alive in the hearts of your family, friends and colleagues. I will always treasure the gift of your book that you took the time to write a personal message for me. Our love and hearts go out to your most wonderful Mother our friend Bea and your family. Sue and Daryl
Lynda & Ray Stevenson
July 11, 2015
We are touched deeply. Our condolences to Bea and her family. Colin, your smile will always be remembered.
Dale Bouayadi
July 11, 2015
I know that your smile will shine down on us and with lots of love! My deepest sympathy to your family,especially your Dad/my cousin.
July 11, 2015
Profound sympathy to Bea and her family on this tragic loss.
Paddy Penn, Jericho Tennis Club
July 10, 2015
Such sad news! Colin was a wonderful teacher and was respected not only by his students, but by his colleagues as well. My condolences to his family at this very sad time. You will be missed Colin RIP.
July 10, 2015
What tragic news. Worked with Colin when he was substituting in New a Westminster. He was a wonderful teacher, had a great sense of humour and had such a great rapport with students and staff. My condolences to his family at this very sad time. RIP Colin!
July 10, 2015
My deepest condolences to my friend Bea and all of Colin's loving family and friends at this tragic event. Mary McBride
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