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Colin Fairweather Obituary
March 14, 1939 - March 23, 2016
Raleigh
Colin Fairweather, 77, of Raleigh, passed away Wednesday March 23, 2016 in Raleigh. He was born March 14, 1939 in England the son of the late Reginold and Sarah (Randall) Fairweather.
After Colin moved to the United States from England he met Jeane Bradford and discovered love at first sight. They married 11 months after meeting and their relationship thrived for 48 years. They started their lives together in San Francisco and then moved to Greenwich, Connecticut where their sons were born and they begin their "Fish N Chips" business. They went on to starting a painting business in 1973 with just Jeane and Colin. Their business grew from one painter to later as many as 35 and then went on to become a large family business in Raleigh, Colin Fairweather & Sons. This business grew to be one of a tight unit of employees known to one another as family.
Colin enjoyed gardening and landscaping and playing tennis. He remained playing tennis twice a week until his illness prevented him from doing so. Colin, known to many as the strong fatherly figure and the boss of the business, was blessed with four granddaughters who created a whole new look on life for him. Colin will be remembered by the girls for his favorite song he would sing to them, "Yummy, Yummy, I've got love in my Tummy" to dress up time, storytelling, tea parties together and the endless love he had for them, and they for him. He will always be remembered for his dedication as a husband, a father and a grandfather.
Colin was predeceased by his brothers: Donald and Ronald Fairweather and his sister Joyce Fairweather.
He is survived by his wife Jeane Fairweather, his sons: Christopher L. Fairweather and his wife Kathy, Robert I. Fairweather and Keith Fairweather, and his wife Carrie; grandchildren: Onica Marie, Siera Valeria, Brittney and Courtney, and one great grandchild Gabriela. Colin will also be missed by his extended family at Colin Fairweather & Sons and also many friends.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 28, 2016 at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 Saint Mary's St. Raleigh, NC 27605 with Dr. David Vess officiating. Interment will follow at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Colin's name to St. Jude's Children Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for Colin Fairweather
Ned Rhame
March 29, 2016
Jean & Family, I am saddened by this news. What a wonderful and fun person we have all lost. He leaves so many happy memories of that cheerful twinkle in his eyes - those were such a trademark......along with his leadership in the top-quality business with the highest professional reputation on any project - large or small. Rest In Peace, Colin Fairweather
John & Mimi Kronen
March 28, 2016
Our prayers go out to Chris and his family during this difficult time..we shall say a prayer for you all
Angela McKinney-McNeil
March 28, 2016
I was so sad to hear that Colin has passed away. He was a very special friend. My late husband, Michael McNeil and I both worked for Colin and Jeane. Michael only stayed about a year but I worked there for 6 years. Colin always had a shoulder to lean on and a joke in his pocket. I enjoyed working with Colin, Jeane, Renee,Jack, Patt and Paul. I am also friends with all three of his sons. I know this is a hard time but Colin wouldn't want anyone to grieve and be sad he loved to laugh and live life. My sincere thoughts, prayers and memories will be you all today.. Rest in peace Colin.
Angela McKinney-McNeil
March 28, 2016
I was so sad to hear that Colin has passed away. He was a very special friend. My late husband, Michael McNeil and I both worked for Colin and Jeane. Michael only stayed about a year but I worked there for 6 years. Colin always had a shoulder to lean on and a joke in his pocket. I enjoyed working with Colin, Jeane, Renee,Jack, Patt and Paul. I am also friends with all three of his sons. I know this is a hard time but Colin wouldn't want anyone to grieve and be sad he loved to laugh and live life. My sincere thoughts, prayers and memories will be you all today.. Rest in peace Colin.
Jarvis Stokes
March 28, 2016
My condolence and I pray that God will give you comfort and peace.
David Carroll
March 28, 2016
To the Family and extended family of Colin Fairweather and Sons. So sorry for your loss of this great man, a father, a husband, a friend and a leader to many, he has touched so many lives in positive ways, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Chris & Robin Moore
March 28, 2016
So sad to hear of Colin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Jerry Barker
March 27, 2016
My condolences to the Fairweather family. Chris, Robert & Keith were campers and a part of our life at Camp Oak Hill, with Jeane & Colin making the trips to camp opening & closing days. May God's peace comfort you all.
Bob & Ann Carrington-Smith
March 27, 2016
So sorry to read of Colin's passing , our condolences to the family.
Roy & Jean Worley
March 26, 2016
You are all in our thoughts and prayers, so sorry for your loss.
March 26, 2016
My sincere condolences to all family and friends. Sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace during this most difficult time. Numbers 6:24-26
Connery,Ross and Highland Martin
March 25, 2016
We are very sad for you.We know that Mr.Colin is happy in heaven.
Tommy Collinsworth
March 25, 2016
We are so very sorry for your loss. We are only a phone call away if you ever need us. We love you very much and will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Tommy, Robin & Alex Collinsworth
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