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John Colleran Obituary
COLLERAN John Born December 10, 1931 in Fremantle, Western Australia passed away October 30, 2008 in Burnaby, B.C. Survived by his loving family, wife of 42 years Elaine; 6 children, Raymond (Carmen), Paul (Vanessa), Lisa Morandin (Roy), Susan Kast (Nic), Christine Watson (Spencer) and Patrick; 10 grandchildren who brought him so much pleasure, also his sister Ruth Croll, brother Bob and their families all in Australia. Prayers will be offered at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 7455 - 10th Ave., Burnaby where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park, Surrey. In lieu of flowers, donations to any charity helping children would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
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Roban Clarke
November 5, 2008
Dear Aunty Elaine, Cousins and Families
We are holding you close in our thoughts here on the other side of the world, in John's birthplace. He was a truly special character -- a minstrel, a comedian, an orator, a spiritualist, a wonderful family man with a big grin and a bigger heart. May he rest peacefully and may you each find solace in your unique, individual memories of him.
Much love,
Greg, Roban, Zalen, Bren, Shenei and Jarren
xoxo
Perth, Western Australia
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Maria Mezzomo
November 3, 2008
Dear Elaine and family
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I lived on Pandora Street, just a few door from St. Helen's. I always remember walking by your house and the children playing and laughing and there was John with such a big smile watching his children. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
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