Colin Parry Marshall

Colin Parry Marshall

Colin Marshall Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2006.
MARSHALL, Colin Parry Suddenly, on August 11, 2006, Colin Parry Marshall of St. Albert passed away with his wife close by. Mourning Cole's passing is his wife and best friend Charlene, his daughter Melanie and son-in-law Chris Creelman of Calgary, his sister Corinne Marshall of Victoria, mother in law Emily Roberge of Edmonton along with his special friend and "surrogate mom" Alice Grosco Halkett of St. Albert, as well as many family members. Colin was predeceased by his mother and father Megan and Lawrence Marshall, Grandma Lena Marshall, Grandma and Grandpa Davies and Uncle Keith and Aunt Greda Marshall. Colin was affectionately known as Cole to his family and friends and was born in Nordegg, Alberta on December 16, 1952. Colin was educated in Edmonton and settled with his wife Charlene in St. Albert, the love of his life and together raised their daughter Melanie; he was so very proud of both his girls. Cole established a thriving business, B+L Plumbing and Heating. Colin had a talent for making many friends, who will mourn with his family during this time. Funeral service will be held at Grace United Church, 6215 - 104 Avenue, on Friday, August 18, 2006, at 2:00 p.m. Viewing from 1-1:45 p.m. Colin was a man of love and kindness and will await his remaining family in heaven - Good night Sweet Prince. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Cole to Edmonton YMCA (downtown) 10030-102A Avenue, Edmonton T5J 0G5. Serenity Funeral Service, 5311 - 91 St. 450-0101. Condolences: www.serenity.ca Your Community Owned Not For Profit Funeral & Cremation Provider

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Rick Cowles

September 5, 2006

Sorry to here Cole has gone . I ment to call him and now it is to late. I miss the coffes at the Inn and working with him . He was a good friend and a good man . Take care Carlene and Family and may Cole rest in peace in heaven where he belongs. God Bless take care

Penny Thibault

August 18, 2006

Dear Charlene and Melanie,



I was so sad to hear of your loss.



Although I was not fortunate enough to meet Cole, I know that he will forever live on in the heart and thoughts of the many whom he touched.



My thoughts are with you both.



Penny

Heather Pringle

August 18, 2006

Mrs. Marshall and Melanie,

Even though I haven't seen Mr. Marshall for some time now I will always remember his kind and happy go lucky nature. I am so sorry for your loss.

Clare Mackey

August 17, 2006

Dear Charlene and Melanie,



We are deeply saddened to hear of your great loss. Please know that we are thinking of you both during this difficult time.



Much love,



Clare, Mike and Ben

Kelsey

August 17, 2006

Charlene and Melanie



Please accept my deepest condolences at this difficult time. His passing will be a real loss to everyone who knew him.



Cole was a remarkable man, and he made a difference in the lives of many people, including mine. My heart reaches out to you in sympathy and love.



You always did have the best Lawn in St. Albert Cole.

Tiffany Kiefer-Bowling

August 17, 2006

Dear Mel, Chris and Mrs. Marshall,

You are in our thoughts and we are very sorry for this huge loss in your lives. We unfortunately did not know Cole well but though Mel I know he was a wonderful Dad and will be greatly missed. We send you our love.

Tiffany and Jamie

stan grant

August 17, 2006

My prayers go out to you charlene and melanie at this difficult time.

cole was a great fellow to be around

full of life and a free spirit.I will always remember him as a great

friend

David Christensen

August 17, 2006

I shall sadly miss our early morning conversations over coffee at the "Inn". Cole was a good friend and I will miss his ever present smile and good humour. My prayers and best wishes go out to you, his loving family.

Marlene Bergstrom

August 16, 2006

Hi Cory,

Just wanted you and your family to know that our prayers are with you.

Your friends in Victoria

(Marlene, et al)

Rick and Lark Shaw

August 16, 2006

Charlene and Melanie; Lark and I want you to know we are thinking of you during this most difficult time. May God bless Cole he was a great guy.You are in our prayers.

Larry Papke

August 16, 2006

With deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one.

I will miss having coffee with him on the weekends,sharing a laugh about who will be the greeter or what did the other one miss if they were the second person to arive.

Tom Crerar

August 16, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Cole's family at this time. Cole was a very loyal customer and a credit to the plumbing industry. It was an honor to know him.

Katie Gardner

August 16, 2006

He always made me laugh whether I wanted to or not and THAT is a feat in itself! What a guy!

He will be dearly missed by myself and the entire Gardner family.

Greg Becker

August 16, 2006

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Bill Troock

August 16, 2006

Dear Charlene & Mel

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both....now and always! I can't be with you on Friday as I'm off to Scotland, but you can be sure my first first glass of scotch will be for Cole!!! Love to you both.....Bill

Troy Kaban

August 16, 2006

Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of mourning. Cole was a genuiely a good person and a man of his word. He provided me with guidance when I started my own business 15 years ago. Cole was a good friend, and he will be missed by all his colleagues in the plumbing industry.

Joyce Boutette

August 16, 2006

I am sorry for your loss. If everyone could be as caring as Cole, what a wonderful world it would be. I know he is in a better place.

David Johnson

August 16, 2006

Cole spread light where ever he went. I know he did to me and many others.

I will miss him dearly.

God bless his family.

Jacquie Hawgood

August 16, 2006

Charlene and Melanie



Sorry for your lose our prayers and thoughts are with you both.

The heavens open above to welcome a new angel, an angel to watch over and protect you both.



Love

Jacquie and Brittany Hawgood

Sharyn Purcell

August 16, 2006

Dear Charlene, the things we feel so deeply are the hardest things to say, my thoughts and prayers are with you through this time of heartache, reach out to your family we're here for you, and ask God for strength he'll take your hand and help you through this difficult time Love Sharyn

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