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Kenneth V.Naples posted a condolence
Friday, April 19, 2019
Dear Maureen, Justin, and Aaron:
Please accept my sincerest condolences upon Wayne's Passing! I was Wayne's football coach at E.H.S. during the years 1967-69. Wayne played offensive end. Being younger than his brother Doug, who was our Quarterback, Wayne didn't get to play much but was a member of the 1969 football team that beat Sudbury High School, a feat that has never been matched by any EHS football team, since.
Wayne always impressed me with his Spirit. He will be sorely missed by all of us who knew him.
The Last time I talked with Wayne was at a reunion years ago at EHS. At that Time, his son Aaron was the quarterback of the University of Ottawa, GEE- GEE's. I told him how proud I was to watch Aaron play one Saturday Afternoon on CBC.Wayne reflected my pride!
I didn't know that Wayne was a Bobby Orr Fan! Sometime I wish to send you a poem written by a very close friend named, " The Bobby Orr Song" If you could send me your Mailing address I will be happy to share this with you.
In the meantime, May God Bless All of you , Always.
Sincerely
Ken Naples { Teacher of Math and Science E.H.S. 1967- 1998}
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Mona McLennan Saunders posted a condolence
Thursday, April 18, 2019
My condolences to the Colbon family and friends. At the risk of sounding ancient, I babysat Wayne when I was a teen in Espanola. We connected on Facebook six years ago when he noticed that my husband and I were celebrating our 50th Anniversary. He attended our celebration in Russell, Ontaro. May Wayne rest in peace, and may God bless and comfort his family.
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Fran Davis posted a condolence
Thursday, April 18, 2019
Dear Maureen, Justin and Aaron,
I am so sorry for your loss. Wayne and I saw each other very seldom over the years, and has left me with happy memories.
Rest in Peace dear cousin.
Fran Davis
Newmarket
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Kevin Crawford posted a condolence
Thursday, April 18, 2019
So sorry to hear such sad news. My condolences to his family. Anyone who knew Wayne will always remember how passionate he was about all aspects of life and his infectious laugh to say the least. He will be missed by all of us who were fortunate enough to call him a Friend.
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Kent & Peggy Foster, Winnipeg posted a condolence
Thursday, April 18, 2019
Our thoughts are with you. Wayne & I were childhood friends. We had great times with the other kids riding our bikes, swimming, playing hockey in the winter and generally having fun. He had a great sense of humour. We'd be hanging around and when we weren't looking he flipped his eyelids and we'd all laugh. That was a pretty impressive skill when your kids. We always had fun with Wayne. He was always interested in other people. When we were out having beers Wayne was usually the person to break the ice with others we just met. He enjoyed meeting new people.
When ever I heard news about Wayne it always included how proud he was of his children family.
Rest in peace Wayne.
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Nicholas Pizzo posted a condolence
Thursday, April 18, 2019
To the Colbon family and friends
I’m Terribly sorry to have heard the passing of Wayne, my deepest condolences' and sympathy to everyone in the families. I worked with Wayne in the past and also before he retired.
My memories of Wayne go’s back to the very early days (80s) when we both worked for Health and Welfare Canada of the Income Security Programs / Canada Pension Plan Division / Record of Earnings Section.
We also had a weekly Ice Hockey pick up game after work at times put together by our colleagues and over the years we participated friends’ from work , it was played at the Lions arena which is no longer there around Scott street Ottawa and Macnab Arena, we ended up on same lines , and he always appreciated a good game and especially if I passed the puck to him for goals, we also ended up after work for baseball and some golf tournaments .
On many occasions as years passed by as we moved around different division’s our conversations were mostly based on sports, we always compared notes on sports of any level as his 2 sons were involved as mine were from hockey, baseball, football to soccer , education and most important family values..
His dedication to work was priority as his family , and he strived on fairness in work place and merit to those who deserved it most , we shared great ideas on how to improve work performance and recognition in work place and merit and that everyone is important and appreciated this is some of what I remember from Wayne , a very passionate good hearted person ,and always made sure to say Hi! when he saw you , he made sure to stop and ask how’s work, family and did you see that game last night, always with a smile and at times followed by a chuckle Wayne’s way.
God Bless family and may his memories live on.
Sincerely work Colleague, Nick Pizzo /Retired from Service Canada
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Don Handford posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Maureen, Justin and Aaron this is a sad but gracious time, growing up I was very fortunate to have the Colbon’s, Doug and Wayne in my life. We shared a lot of family times together. Wayne got all the hand me downs, ripped jeans, socks with holes and broken toys which he delightfully accepted, or so we thought. Then as we got older I found the drug store steps, only to be booted off several times by whom I thought was my dear cousin, the Wayner, vice president of Robinson’s Drug Store. Not only that, when I returned he followed it up with “l know your Grandmother”. She had a special fondness for him, we were so lucky to have such good times, family and friends. A lots of things we take for granted, Bless you Wayne
Donald and Doris
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Chantale Plante posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
I was so sorry to hear of Wayne's passing today. I used to work with Wayne and i fondly recall the many times of sitting in his cubical chewing the fat with him about life- his boys, Tanner and Maureen. He loved his family so much and was so proud. Wishing the family many blessings and comfort at this time. Light and Love.
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Michael and Suzanne MacLean posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Sue and I wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to Maureen and the boys. Wayne was a great guy inside and out and we’ll miss his great smile and sense of humour. Rest In Peace!
Mike
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Tim McCauley posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
Sorry for your loss. i remember Wayne as a tough competitor.
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Maggie Colbon uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 15, 2019
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A wonderful Thanksgiving visit to Ottawa in 2017.
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Colbon Family uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 15, 2019
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Boy scouts in Espanola, ON.
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Colbon Family uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 15, 2019
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Proud RedBlacks fan - in his signed jersey (Henry Burris #1 & Brendan Gillanders #25).
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Colbon Family uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 15, 2019
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Proud dad with Justin and Aaron.
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Colbon Family uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 15, 2019
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Wayne with baby Kyson.
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Colbon Family uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 15, 2019
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Christmas time with brother, Doug.
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Colbon Family uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 15, 2019
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Wayne with his mom, Irene.
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Louise, Brian, Erin and Breanna posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
So, so sorry for your loss. Will always remember his smile and laugh. I remember he loved to walk our dog Harley when I was away and Harley was always so excited to see him! He would always ask about Erin and Breanna, especially Breanna 's rugby career. And he especially loved to talk about Justin and Aaron! May he rest in peace.
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Jo-Anne Belanger posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Colbon family. I was very saddened to see of his passsing. I've known Wayne most of my life, my mom worked for his parents back in the day..... RIP Wayne...fly with the Angels!
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Kim Muncaster posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He always made me smile and have missed him on FB the last few months.
Take care my friend until we meet again. <3
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Susan McMillan posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
Wayne lived on the same street as me on Avery Drive in Espanola. He was a part of the neighbourhood gang.
He was a really fun kid with a great sense of humour. Always laughing and teasing in a nice way. He really cared for his friends in Espanola.
When he found me years later on Facebook, I was so pleased to hear from him. As an adult, he hadn’t changed one bit. He was still so caring and full of fun and energy.
Wayne really loved his family and was so very, very proud of his sons. You had a great father.
Well, I will miss talking to him on Facebook but Wayne, I will see you again on the other side and we will laugh again.
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Tim Gunn posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
To Maureen and sons...my deepest sympathies and condolences, he had a hard struggle. I worked with Wayne many years ago at Vanier, but it was the softball and hockey and various tournaments that you get to know people...lots of fun times with Wayne...God bless
Tim Gunn
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Jim Ramsay posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
Very sadden by the passing of Wayne I was his neighbor for many years and watched him grow into a fine young man. My condolences go out to his family . Q
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Gregg Zentner posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
I am so sorry to hear that Wayne has passed. I am glad I had a chance to see him a couple of times over the past few years. My deepest condolences to Maureen and the boys and all of Wayne's other family members.
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Andy Seal posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
Our condolences to the Colbon family and friends. Wayne was always great to chat with at football and hockey games and share a beer or two with. All our sympathies, Andy, Nancy, Trevor and Jeremy.
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John Fortier posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
Too soon for a man who enjoyed his life and family so much.
Always enjoyed Wayne stopping by just to chat when I was out front at 1838 McCallum. Never a dull moment filled with laughs and good conversation. You will be missed by all those who came into your too short of a life. Rest in peace.
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Terry Hanna posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
So sad to hear this . My Condolences to Wayne's family. We had some great times together in Espanola.
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Diane Jewitt/Greenwood posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
My condolences to the Colbon family. Sincerely Diane and Ken Greenwood
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Brian Dougon posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
Deepest condolence to the Colbon family.
Sincerely
Brain and Heather Dougon
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Jocelyne Labelle posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2019
Wow! what sad news. Offering my most sincere condolences to Maureen, Justin and Aaron. When you get a diagnosis like wayne's you know that you have to prepare yourself for the sadness and heartbreak that is going to come sooner rather than later, but honestly the shock is no less hard to bare. He has gone way too soon. I like others that have posted I know Wayne from high school, and remember that he most often wore a smile and managed to spread the laughter. Wayne was always ready to be Mr. Entertainment. Many of us learned how to play euchre in the common room, and we cannot forget the wolves corner where a handful of guys congregated to watch the girls go by. He was a fixture at the teen dances where you could find him on the floor doing "the gator" or whatever it was called. Nothing gave Wayne more pride than talking and bragging about his boys. It was great to reconnect on fb, Wayne never passed up the opportunity to catch up with old friends. That is where he told me about his diagnosis. I knew well what ALS was all about. He was a true sportsman, whether he was a star player or fan. He was so proud of the picture of Doug with Bobby Orr. He never stopped posting pictures of his hometown, swim meets football, and hockey. His dog Tanner was often a topic. Thank you Maureen for opening your door when I dropped by with my son. I think we both enjoyed it. When he could no longer post I would send messages and Aaron would let me know that when they were read to him, he would smile.So now his journey here is done, remember his legacy of strong family bonds.I will take comfort in believing that he has been reunited with two of his favorite people-his mom and dad. Memories will help when you miss him most. He won't be forgotten and will be missed. Godspeed Wayne on angels wings
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Wayne and Tammie Carle posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Maureen, Aaron and Justin
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad and difficult time.
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Nancy van Scherrenburg posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Maureen, Aaron and Justin, Sincere condolences on the passing of Wayne. He was an incredibly courageous man do have fought this disease. We will always have fond memories of him showing Tanner to Louie during his walk around the block and spending time on the porch just to chat. He was so proud of his family and our thoughts are with all of you. Sincerely, Marc, Nancy, Chelsea, Maria, Mac and Louie.
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Pat Tait posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Wayne and I have known each other for a very long time. We were born in Espanola Hospital 5 days apart. Our parents were great friends. Although we didn’t see each other often after high school, we reconnected on Facebook and kept in touch. I knew when he wasn’t posting on Facebook anymore, that the disease must have taken that away from him. In his public persona, he was always smiling and positive. He would occasionally describe some of his symptoms in private messages, but never really complained. I guess because he knew his time was limited, he had a tendency to focus on the past and loved taking trips down memory lane, posting pics, and reminiscing about our childhood and teenage adventures and hangouts. A lot of us enjoyed this with him. It was also obvious how much he loved and was proud of his family. My condolences go out to all of you now. Rest In Peace Wayne! Pat Tait
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Johnnie W. Boyuk posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
My condolences Doug to you and Wayne's family and friends.
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David Gallinger posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Please accept my deepest condolences on Wayne's passing. Doug was more my age however I was very familiar with Wayne. All of the kids seemed to be together most of the time and it seems so impossible that young Wayne could be gone so young. As I read in a previous condolence the Colbon family was well known and respected in Espanola. I still describe their home on the corner as (Colbons House).The world is a sadder place with his loss.
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Bill and Nancy Zahavich Charlottetown PEI posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
I attended high school with Wayne and had many interactions with Wayne .Please accept our condolences on your loss and our prayers will be with you.
Rgds Capt. W.B.Zahavich MM Retired.
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Jane and John Byers posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Maureen, Justin, Aaron, Doug, Maggie and families,
John and I were very sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. Having grown up with Wayne I have too many memories over the years to share.
Big hugs to all
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Linda LeBreton posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Maureen,Justin and Aaron I am so sorry to hear about your husband/father Wayne. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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Jim Masson posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Sincerest condolences to Wayne's family and friends. I enjoyed many golf games with wanye and even more great laughs, The Colbons where near neighbours and well respected and well liked in Espanola. All that knew him are poorer for his passing. Special condolences to Doug
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Marilyn Patenaude posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
We are so saddened by the passing of our friend Wayne. We have so many wonderful memories of our time at EHS that Wayne was a part of - football, hockey, sharing chemistry homework, skipping class, playing euchre in the common room, and high school dances, to name a few. Wayne had such a joy for life and a contagious smile that will be forever in our hearts. Rest In Peace Wayne and hopefully we will meet again one day on the other side. Love and blessings to his family.
Rob and Marilyn Patenaude
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Kevin Murphy posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
I will always hold my fondest memories of Wayne from our family time each summer at the cottage in Buckshot Lake. You will be missed Wayne! Rest in peace dear brother-in-law!
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Jean Handford uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, April 14, 2019
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Kara's wedding. My favourite family picture and my last one taken with Wayne.
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Jean Handford posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Dear Maureen, Justin and Aaron,
I'm just heart broken by the loss of Wayne. He held a very special place in my heart and I'm going to miss him. I'm thinking of you all and wish I could be there with you during this very difficult time.
Much love ,
Jeanxx
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Marsha Daley posted a condolence
Sunday, April 14, 2019
I'm so honouredto be part of his team of caregivers . His contagioussmile will forever be in my heart. Rest in Peace my smiley friend you will be greatly missed. God's strength always
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Sunday, April 14, 2019
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