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JUSTIN COLIN Obituary

COLIN--Justin Stanford, born, December 31, 1924; died July 12, 2012 in Santa Fe, NM. U.S. Army Air Corps 1943-46; Harvard College, A.B., cum laude, 1949; Yale Law School, LL.B., 1952. Prestigious career at U.S. Department of Justice; general partner, Lazard Freres, and senior partner, Colin, Hochstin Co., a brokerage firm he co-founded in 1971. Chairman of the Board, American Ballet Theater, 1974-78. Survived by his wife, Mary Lee Potter Colin; children Laura Colin Klein and Ann Colin Herbst (from a previous marriage); Emily, Justin, and Nicholas Colin; and four grandchildren.

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 14, 2012.

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Diane Streeper

July 9, 2025

He will forever be missed.
Love from the Streepers

Marcy Pompei

July 8, 2021

I think of you Mary Lee all the time and of course wonderful Justin; such a light in life! Please contact me if you've time for a visit [email protected].

denise & bill johnson

July 11, 2020

I imagine Justin would be proud of all of you for carrying on, supporting one another, and being the best you can be every day. fondly, denise and bill johnson

July 19, 2012

Mary Lee, Emily, Justin & Nicky,
We are so sad to hear about Justin! He was a great guy, and as Andrea said "such a cool dude". We were fortunate to have had him in our lives. I hope you are holding up alright.
Love from the Streepers

Kay

July 16, 2012

I'm thankful for the opportunity I was given to know him and will miss him too, especially the mischievous twinkle in his eyes. My love and prayers are with you.

Judy Moore

July 16, 2012

Dear Mary Lee, Emily, Justin and Nicholas,
So very sad to hear about the loss of your dear husband and father. We send our love and prayers across the miles to you all. Our sincerest condolences to each and every one of you. We wish we could deliver this in person, but we are with you in our thoughts today and in the days to come. Love, Judy and Trip

Josie Tapia

July 16, 2012

Mary Lee and Family,
I am so very sorry for your great loss. I often think of Justin and his beautiful family. He was quite a character and I will always remember him for his unique ways. My prayers are with all of you. I'm sure he has left wonderful memories for all of you. May he rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing his suffering is no more.

Marcy Pompei

July 15, 2012

Mary Lee, Our heart-felt condolences to you and Justin's children. Justin was such a vibrant person; he gave the impression he would live forever! I cherish the years we skied together & most recently the times he sat by me at the opera. He was so excited that Emily was working as a teacher. I know your life will not be the same; I will hold you in the light during this difficult time of loss. I'm confident being married to Justin was a gift. We are regretful for your loss. Sincerely Marcy & Steve Pompei

Steve Frantz

July 14, 2012

Dear Mary Lee, Emily, Justin and Nicholas,
Cathy and I were very sad to receive a call from Connie about Justin's passing. We will miss his wry wit and generous hospitality. He was always interested in what others were doing and willing to lend a hand or sound advice. We are sorry we will not be able to attend the service but hope to see you soon. You will be in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Cathy and Steve Frantz

David Woodford

July 14, 2012

Mary Lee, Emily and family,

Justine called to tell me of Justin's passing. I send my love and prayers to all of you, and I'm grateful that Caryl and Justine will be with you on Monday.
Justin was very special, and every time I think of him I have to smile. I will never meet a better man.
God bless all of you.

Gil & Sue Gilbert

July 14, 2012

Dear Emily & family,
Thanks to Erik's Mom, we have the news of the physical loss of your Dad. I say 'physical loss' because we know he is still with you in spirit. We have nerver met him but he has to be a wonderful man because he has such a wonderful daughter.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We hope your beautiful memories of your Dad is bringing you much comfort during these sad times.
We are sending you a big, big hug.
(Erik's granddad & Nana)

July 14, 2012

What a remarkable life Justin lived. Hopefully it is a comfort of sorts to know that he touched many many people along that journey, including us. Continuing his journey, Justin will be dearly missed. Love to you all, Denise and Bill Johnson

Patty Gilbert John Beard

July 14, 2012

Mary Lee, Emily and family,

John and I are saddened to hear about Justin's sudden passing. We are really happy to have finally met the both of when you came to Vermont. Lunch on the top of the Mountain with great conversation - comical and relaxing! Em, our heart goes out to you, know we are with you in thoughts and love

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