Robert COLBORNE

Very sorry to hear of the passing of a great mentor & boss as I worked for Bob driving bus for many years. Many times did I enjoy sitting in his office & discussing everything including the transportation industry. Since my bus driving days I took his advise & started my own business which I run today. My thoughts are with the family, specifically Rick & Mike. I regret not knowing of his passing earlier, I pen this in late September.
Please accept my sincere condolences.

It was an oner to know Mr. Colborne.i took great pride in working for such a humble man. I noticed that he treated everybody as an equal and gave you like family feeling when he walked into a room full of people. The world would be a better place if there were more people of his way of inspiration . He had a very magnetic personality. I'm surly will miss talking with him and his laugh he always had.my heart goes out to all of his family,and friends.
Alex.Hogg

Dear Colborne Family,
it is with great sadness that I hear of the passing of Mr. Colborne...I have very fond memories of visiting your family there at the cottage as a child. He was a most kind, loving,wonderful man...and he will be deeply missed in this world. My heartfelt condolences to you during this sad time. There are rarely any words one can say, other than there is love for you all.
Kindly,
Maegan Deighton( nee Shumay)

Mrs. Colborne and family
It was with sadness that I learned from my mom of the the passing of Mr Colbourne. I remember all the times that he helped out our family throughout the years and for that I am very grateful. I have no doubt that when he passed over he heard Jesus say ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! Come and share your master's happiness!'

I will be praying for you
Dana Montgomery

Dear Mrs. Colborne and family,

I felt sincere sadness when I heard the news of Mr. Colborne's passing. I held him in the highest regard, and saw him as an fine example of what men of unquestionable character could be. We need more men like him among us, not fewer. His integrity, his love and care for family, his respect and fairness for employees, his commitment to community, his humility and grace have left a mark on MY personal definitions of success, and for this, I am thankful. Behind your sadness, you should be, and no doubt are, very proud.

Mr. Colborne and your family have always been part of the very pleasant "constants" of my life at Ma-Me-O. It is never easy to see these constants shaken up and re-arranged; but with a certainty of a larger plan, I'm assured that our God has already received Mr. Colborne into his loving arms, and that He will comfort you in the days ahead.

My thought and prayers are with you.

Audrey Shillabeer

I, Mayor Merven Gruben and the Council of the Hamlet of Tuktoyaktuk in the Northwest Territories are saddened by the news of the passing of this most generous of persons, Robert Colborne, as the community of Tuktoyaktuk benefited from his genorosity. Our sympathies go out to his family, sincerely, from the Council and community of Tuktoyaktuk, NT.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

My deepest condolences to the entire Colborne family. I have very fond childhood memories spending time with my buddy Mike and Mr and Mrs. Colborne. I always felt welcome at the Colborne Willow Park home and the family cabin at Pigeon Lake.

Deepest sympathy to the Colborne family from an old bus driver, Alf Denny...enjoyed every minute I worked for Mr. C

We send our deepest sympathy to all the family. You have been in our hearts and prayers as you deal with the loss of your father and Grandfather. It saddens us to know he never met his Great Grandchild, but we know he will be in Scott and Sarah's hearts as they welcome their child to the family! Bill and Kathy Wever

We will all miss a great Bus guy and industry leader.

Don Graham

Our condolences to Jeannie and family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, I enjoyed working for Mr. C.

Many.many kindnesses well remembered and appreciated.
With Sympathy,
Merna(Dan)Anstruther

Dear Cathy and Family, Your father lived quite a life - I was truly amazed as I read through all he had accomplished. You are in our thoughts.
Viv, Jeff and Family

Dear Michael & Barbara,

We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Colborne. While we never met Mr. Colborne in person it is obvious that he left a great impression on all those he touched. You must be very proud of your father, Michael. You have always spoken very highly of him whenever we have traded family business stories. I'm sure he was a great mentor to the family. Our thoughts & prayers are with the Colbornes.

Dear Jeanne, Rick, Lynne and Cathy,

We were so sad to hear of Bob's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. You and Bob will be in our thoughts and prayers.

With Love,
Barry and Kathy Poitras

Dear Jeanne and family,
We're so sorry to hear this very sad news. Bob was a wonderful man, greatly admired and respected by all who knew him. We'll most certainly miss his friendship and supportive spirit at Mameo.
Our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to all the family,
The LeJambe's

May you all find the strenght and courage to get through the days ahead. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Allan,Dolores,Melton Buses R Us

Mr. Colborne is going to be greatly missed by our family especially our dad. He would look forward to all his visits on the weekends when Mr. Colborne would come out to the lake. He was a wonderful man and a great friend to our father. We will all miss him very much.

Liz & Andrea Runte

Dear Mr. Colbourne
It was such a pleasure to have met you. I can always remember you having a smile on your face and always being interested in what others had to say.
You are such a good man for all of your achievements in your family life and your business life. You have made a huge contribution to the community and are a legend and a role model.
You will be sadly missed by our family.
Rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Edward,Karren and Jonah

To The Entire Colborne Family,

The life-long attachment between our families has been so extra special through the past many years. We remember, with such fondness, each & every Christmas Eve we were able to spend 'all together' at Lynne & Den's. Those happy memories will continue to live in all of our hearts and minds forever.

Bill & Mary-Jane will be so happy to see Bob...they have missed him so much (as the rest of us always will).

I can just hear Bill & Mary-Jane Brennan saying, "It's about damn time you got here...let's get this party started!"

We'll miss you, Dear 'Mr. Colborne'. Rest assured that your legacy will live on through your beloved wife, Jeanne, your amazing children, grandchildren & great grandchildren.

We just wish we could be there to share in the celebration of Bob's life.

Thinking of you all as you journey through this very difficult time; may God bless you with strength of heart and peace of mind.

Just know that we are thinking of you.

With Much Love, the Fondest of Memories, and our Deepest Sympathy,

Mr. Colborne, Papa Bob, you had a huge impact on our family. Always more interested in others, always taking the time to be present and connected; you made me and our children feel so very special. Every time I had the good fortune to engage in conversation with you, I came away feeling enriched by your wisdom, your perspectives, your experience and ideas. Your integrity was evidenced at every turn; your values steadfastly held. I also love that twinkle in your eye and a certain kind of mischievousness in your smile. Whether at birthdays, at the lake or special holiday celebrations, the room was always brighter when you walked into in.

A profound sense of sadness and loss is felt. May the entire Colborne family and circle of friends and relations find comfort knowing that your husband, father, Papa and friend had such an impact, leaving a remarkable legacy for so many to be inspired by and to attempt to emulate.
God Bless.

Our sincere sympathy to the entire family. Bob was a fine person as well as being very successful. in everything he did. Sorry that we will be still in Victoria at the time of your service. Best wishes to the family for the future.

Len and Judy Holman

Our condolences to the Colborne family on the loss of their father/uncle Robert. Although I never met Robert in person, I have heard of him through various family members. Robert's father James Blair and my grandfather Frederick Charles were brothers. My father was named James Blair Colborne.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.

Judi (Colborne) Gray and family, Edmonton, Alberta

Our sincere sympathy goes out to you and your families. Bob, being the great business man that he was always made you feel welcome and comfortable.When we think of the "Bus" business we will always think of Bob, a true gentleman.

Doug and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We very much enjoyed having you for neighbors. We are sorry we are in Montana and won't be able to attend the service for Bob. God Bless - Doug and Carole Silverberg

I have many fond memories of the time I spent working for and with Bob. My condolences to the family. He was a good man!
Bob Dowie

Sincere condolences to the Colborne family. Bob was a special man. I recall meeting him while at GMAC and many times after including the time when he and Carmie Stong started carring workers to the Dow plant in Ft. Saskatchewan in an old school bus. Such a humble beginning. Bill Macklem (Pioneer Bus and Body Ltd.)

With great sadness we heard of the passing of Mr. Colborne. Our hearts and thoughts go out to Jeanne and the family. Mr. Colborne was a truly wonderful businessman and father, which is a testament to his character. He will be missed.

Hugs and tears to family and friends. Very tough to lose a loved one. Bob certainly was a special man who was generous, thoughtful and considerate to his employees and their families. He was well loved and well respected and will be missed.

My deepest sypmathy to Jeanne and family on Bob's passing. He will be remembered so fondly of the crib games played with my dad, Joe Duggan every weekend for $100 a game. They only played 3 games each day. What laughter and comradery they had! Bob always was so kind to my whole family. He always invited me in for a visit and a coffee. Thank you for being part of my life. He truly was a wonderful man. It is with deep regret that I cannot make it to the funeral. Know that I am there in spirit.
Faf Blink (Duggan) Bill and Cheryl Blink and Steven and Nancy Blink

I was sad to hear of Mr. C`s passing. When driving for PWT and Red Arrow he always took the time to stop and talk to me, even long after I moved back to the Hat. He was a super boss and will be missed.

Cathy and family,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I was amazed to read all of his accomplishments in
his life. A life well lived indeed... You are in my
thoughts.

Some people remain in your heart, and I have many happy memories of time spent with all of you in Wetaskiwin and the lake. Your Dad will live on in all your hearts and the wonderful memories you have. You are in my thoughts and prayers

I never got to meet Mr. Colborne personally but everyone that I know who did has only great things to say about him. My prayers and condolences to the Colborne family. Thank you for all you did in your life Mr. Colborne.

My deepest sympathy goes out to you all and your families.

Dear Colborne Family,

I was very sad to learn of Mr. Colborne's passing. I came to work for Mr. Colborne as a bus cleaner in about 1972 when the company was called Diversified located on 9th avenue SE. I worked for him for twenty years until I retired. I found him to be a kind and caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with your families, especially Mike who I fondly remember.

Kay McPhee and family
Calgary,AB

Dearest Mrs. Colborne., Cathy, Mike, Lynn and Rick,

My sincere condolences to all of you and your families. Mr. Colborne was always someone I respected and admired. From growing up across the street in Willow Park. to all the great memories at Mameo Beach.
Find comfort in the legacy he has left behind.

Jeanne & Family...It was a tremendous shock when we heard of Bob's passing! Bob was a tremendous mentor for me, going as far back as "Wetskiwin Motors" when I used to visit with him. Did not know then, that we would eventually become partners in California. Bob was a tremendous influence on me and Alice and we will never forget him, ever. Our sympathies to the family and especially to you, Jeanne, he will be waiting for us all in heaven.
Alice & Gene Oliver
"The California Nut"

A great man has parted leaving behind a legacy. My deepest sympathy to all the family whom I had the oppurtunity to know, work and learn from over a 10 year period. He will be missed.

My deepest sympathy to the Colborne family. I had a chance to visit Mr. C a couple weeks ago when he was in the hospital, and we just chewed the fat as usual. While he was the wealthiest man I knew, he was the nicest guy - full of humanity. I once said he had a "Kennedy-ish" charisma. I am really going to miss him and our kitchen table chats.

Dear Mike and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Bob's sense of humor and kind heart will always be remembered. Our deepest sympathies to all the Colborne children and extended family.
Lee & Sue Rupertus

Jeanne and Family,

Our sincere sympathy and condolences to all of you. We remember Bob as a man of deep integrity, and always willing to help out in any way possible. We will miss our (middle of the road and over the fence) chats with him at the Lake. Take comfort in your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

It's with profound sadness that Joyce and Bob Staysko acknowledge the passing of a lifelong friend commencing in High School in Medicine Hat and the University of Alberta in the 1940's and always in touch as two careers passed through life. Jeanne, our love and thoughts are always with you!

My deepest sympathy to Jeanne and all the Colborne clan. Our family knew Bob, Jeanne and the kids from their days in Wetaskiwin. My Dad held him the highest regard and considered him one of his best friends. He and Jeanne were regular guests in our home & vice versa. Dropping by to see Bob was one of my favourite things to do when at the lake. I will miss that a lot. May God bless you all and make His presence felt in your hearts during this time of grieving.

To Mrs. Colbourne, Rick, Lynne and Dennis, Mike, and Catherine. Our thoughts are with you at this time. I have very fond memories of Bob. He was always such a nice man, so very kind, a good friend to our family (Dad was always bringing home cars for approval at Bob's suggestion!). As I remember him most from Wetaskiwin days and "the lake", these memories are much cherished. He gave a lot of himself for the betterment of all. I thank him for this. Please know I would be at the service, but am travelling at this time. Our prayers are with you at this time.

Jeanne - thinking of you and your family. We feel blessed to have known such a great man. Your neighbours, Al, Renee & Richard

Our sympathies and prayers are with the Colborne Family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Colborne family at this time.
Susan and Franco.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Colborne family.
GroupConnect

Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the Colborne Family.
Southern Coaches, Inc. IMG Member

Michael, Sorry to hear about your Dad. I know the space it leaves in your heart when you lose a parent. My thoughts are with you and your family as you prepare to celebrate his life. Niki Yarbrough, GroupConnect

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Colborne family.
Debbie and Michael