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1995
DIED
2016
Colin Gear Obituary
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Diane Carlino-fowler
January 29, 2019
Thinking of you Ralph today, on the anniversary of your son Collins passing.
Gal Page
January 28, 2018
Dear Ralph and all of Colin's family and friends - I'm thinking of all of you on this anniversary of Colin's passing. I continue to remember Colin vividly. Today, I particularly remember the outstanding job he did on his National History Day presentation, which he gave privately to Paula Sampson, the department chair. She was blown away. I wish you all peace, comfort, and love. Sincerely, Gail Page
The Grace Family
February 20, 2016
Dear Kelly, We were so saddened to hear of the loss of Colin. Please know our sorrow for your loss and that you're in our prayers. With deepest sympathy
Gail Page
February 5, 2016
I was shocked and heartbroken when I learned of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you, Ralph, and all of Colin's family and friends. As one of his teachers at Stoneham High School, I remember so well Colin's love of laughter, kind and calm demeanor, and admirable work ethic. May memories and the love of family and friends sustain you. You are in my prayers.
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Neil Yianacopolus
February 4, 2016
Ralph and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Colin and all of you. Ralph you were a great Dad.
John W. Leccese
February 4, 2016
Ralph and family, my condolences. There is no greater loss. It is so difficult but stay strong.
Jack Dempsey
February 5, 2016
Ralph, Angela and I have no words for how we feel about Colin's loss. But we hope you know our deepest sympathies and very best thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barb & Dan Tumbarello
February 4, 2016
Ralph, Jen, Audrey and Jeff, so sorry to hear about Colin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
The Tumbarello Family
Mary Jane Duonolo Cormier
February 4, 2016
Ralph I'm so sorry about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you, may your memories help ease your pain and heal your heart. God Speed Colin!
Cheryl Vieira, Resident Director Birch Hall UMass Dartmouth
February 4, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Colin was a kind and gentle person and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Wayne and Karen Kearney
February 4, 2016
Ralph and family, Our sincere sympathy for the loss of Colin, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
David Lima
February 4, 2016
Sincere and deepest condolences to all family members.Colin,in the short time I was able to know you ,I became very fond of you.You are a great young man.You left us all way too soon.My thoughts and prayers will be with you always...You will be missed. -David Lima,umassd athletic equipment room manager
Lynn Glover Newell
February 3, 2016
Kelly and family, my family and I are so very sorry for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill Bridge
February 4, 2016
Ralph and Family,
So sorry for your loss, our deepest heartfelt condolences. - Bill Bridge + Lynn Luciano
Fatima Benjamin
February 3, 2016
My sincere sympathy on hearing the news of Colin. Although I did not know him, I feel the sadness in hearing the news. My prayers to all his friends and family on the loss of a fellow student at UMASSD. ---Sincerely, Fatima Benjamin (UMASSD student)
karin chaves
February 3, 2016
Ralph & family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Colin. Our hearts are broken. May he rest in peace.
The Chaves Family, Karin, Serge, Justin & Brittany Stoneham, MA
Joe and Candie Donahoe
February 3, 2016
Ralph. So very sorry for the loss of son Colin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nancy Dole
February 3, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers for Colin and tears for you and your family in this sad time.
Diane Carlino Fowler
February 3, 2016
Ralph, I am so sorry to read about your sons death. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time in your life.
Maureen Best
February 3, 2016
Kelley and family, so sorry for your loss. May your wonderful memories of Colin help you through these very difficult times.
Jack and Linda O'Brien
February 2, 2016
We are truly sorry to hear of Colin's passing. Our prayers are being offered for strength and understanding for Colin's family. God Bless. (friends of Margaret Dinardi)
Ann Marie Thistle
February 2, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Thistle Family, Stoneham, Ma
Christina Priest
March 13, 2016
Dear Ralph,
Please accept my condolences for your loss. I am truly sorry and my prayers will continue for you and your family.
March 1, 2016
dearest Kelly and family, We just found out about Colin. I am very sorry for your loss.
we think about you often. We had some wonderful and memorable times At MV. we will never forget them. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Rudolph"s Susan,Rudy,Jessica,Robert and Emma.
Lisa Carpenito
February 28, 2016
Sorry for your loss, Kelly.
CARA RUNKLE
February 6, 2016
Kelly, Ralph and Family, I am brokenhearted to learn of Colin passing. The love of life, laughter and family that you taught him and that he gave back to the world will continue in his honor. The unbearable pain you feel will transform to strength, courage and warmth as you carry his legacy and message to others so that Colin continues to live in the hearts and souls of you and others. May GOD bless you and guide you through this very difficult time. Love to ALL. Cara Runkle
February 6, 2016
Ralph...so very sorry for your loss. Jane and Jack Runkle
February 6, 2016
Kelly & all Colin's family, I'm am so sorry for your unimaginable loss of Colin. You and your children are such an everyday part of how I live my life now. After spending such an amazing summer with all of you. You ALL are never far from my daily thoughts. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you at this most difficult time.
Love,
Kim Materese
Linda Cerretani
February 5, 2016
Ralph, So sorry to hear about your son Colin.My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family at this time.
February 5, 2016
Ralph, I am truly sorry for the loss of your son. Sincerely, Jane Gillis
February 4, 2016
To Colin's family & friends,
We are deeply sorry for your loss and hope healing comes to all of you.
Sincerely,
Foreign Literature & Languages
UMass Dartmouth
February 4, 2016
To the family of Colin Gear...our family is thinking and praying for you. We are truly sorry. There are no words...please know that we have you in our hearts.
The Cappuccio Family
February 3, 2016
Ralph, I am truly sorry for your great loss. Just by hearing you talk I know you were the greatest father ever. Sincerely , Mary Clemente
John and Grace Blake
February 3, 2016
Our deepest condolences to Collin's parents and extended family.
May God hold Collin in the palm of his hand; providing hope and never ending faith to Collin's family and friends.
We have the fondest of memories of Collin, his sense of humor and his beautiful smile.
Be at peace.
Liz Norden
February 3, 2016
Ralph, Kelly & Family
There are just no words. I am so deeply sorry for your pain and sorrow, you all are in my thoughts and prayers, I hope god can guide you through this terrible sad time. God bless you all.
Thinking of you! xoxo
February 3, 2016
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU & FAMILY DANNY&VICKI CONLEY
February 3, 2016
Dear Kelly,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family.
Hayley (Wiseman) Arone
Jay, Cathy and Anthony Cornette
February 2, 2016
Love and Prayers for Colin and his family.
February 2, 2016
Please know the whole family is in my thoughts and prayers love to all
Judy Buswell
Sharon Allen
February 2, 2016
To Colin's family,
I wanted you to know that Colin was in my MTH 147 class last semester. A couple of times during the semester Colin came to see me for extra help. He made it very clear that he cared about his grade and wanted to do well in the class. I'm happy that I got to know Colin; he was a pleasure to have in class and always very respectful.
May the love of friends and family carry you through this time of grief.
Sharon Allen, (Colin's MTH 147 instructor)
David Milstone
February 2, 2016
Dear Ralph and Kelly, on behalf of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, please know that our collective thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Dave Milstone
John Willis
February 2, 2016
Hi Kelly,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Colin. My sincere condolences.
John-
John McGuiggin
February 2, 2016
I am so happy to have had the opportunity to watch you grow from a beautiful baby, to a sweet boy, to a hard-working teenager, and then into a nice young man. You were a loyal cousin to Bryan and Aiden; always smiling, laughing, hanging out with them. You were a great son to my sister, an awesome grandson to Gram, and loved by everybody. It's going to be hard to figure out our way forward, but having watched you make your way forward for 20 years we have our inspiration!
Love, Uncle John
February 2, 2016
I am so happy to have had the opportunity to watch you grow from a beautiful baby, to a sweet boy, to a hard-working teenager, and then into a nice young man. You were a loyal cousin to Bryan and Aiden; always smiling, laughing, hanging out with them. You were a great son to my sister, an awesome grandson to Gram, and loved by everybody. It's going to be hard to figure out our way forward, but having watched you make your way forward for 20 years we have our inspiration!
Love,
Uncle John
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