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COLIN HEATHCOTE
Born: Jan 04, 1937
Date of Passing: Jun 08, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryCOLIN HEATHCOTE January 4, 1937 - June 8, 2014 Peacefully, after a brave battle, Colin Heathcote, our loving husband, father, grandpa/papa passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2014 at the age of 77. He was at home surrounded by family. He was predeceased by his parents Thirza Rose and Reginald Charles, sisters Sandi, Dot and Sheila and brothers David and Fred. Colin will be sadly missed by Sue, his loving wife of 47 years, daughter Deanne and son Mark (Velika), grandchildren Gage (Kaite), Abbegayle and Hannah Grace. Colin thought the world of his family and was extremely proud of their achievements. His grandchildren were the Light of his Life and his greatest joy. Colin was born in Nottingham, England. He and Sue came to Canada in 1968 where Colin pursued his career as a Nurse in Brandon, Wabowden and Gimli. From 1977 to his retirement he dedicated his career to Homecare in the Gimli/Arborg area. Colin's passion was Air Cadets where he had achieved the rank of Captain and he was given the Honorary Title of Commander and Chief of 182 G.M. Stefnufastur Air Cadet Squadron of which he was a founding member. He later introduced the Duke of Edinburgh award program to the Gimli area. Among his many activities he introduced the game of cricket to the Gimli area, cajoling anyone and everyone to participate. Colin also served on many committees and boards in the Interlake area. He received his Queen's Commission and the Queen's Silver Jubilee Medal. Memorial service will be at the Gimli Legion on Saturday, June 14 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gimli 182 Air Cadet Squadron, Box 1059, Gimli, MB R0C 1B0 or Gimli Community Health Centre (Acute care), 120-6th Avenue, Gimli, MB R0C 1B0 NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Jun 12, 2014
COLIN HEATHCOTE Peacefully at home on Sunday, June 8, 2014 Colin Heathcote passed away. Longer obituary in Thursday's paper. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 Gimli 204-642-7124 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Jun 10, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 12, 2014
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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That man was like family. He was an amazing mentor and an even more amazing person. I met him through cadets. And they are right you could tell that working with us and watching us grow and rank and become the young men and women we have today he was proud of all of us. He worked so hard to help us make it through our duke of end programs and was there to help us learn and grow. The world won't be the same with out him here. I wish his family all my support. Just know that he had made a difference in so many lives. And be proud of him because he sure was proud of all of us... - Posted by: Sam Markowski (friend) on: Jun 19, 2014
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So sad at Colin's passing. Colin "roped" me into 182 Squadron all those years ago when it was just his dream & as the squadron's first Supply Officer (if only for a year!), we had many a laugh with him & all the other good folk who helped get it off the ground. His wonderful Memorial today was a testement to what a great man & friend he was. He has left a wonderful legacy for the youth of Gimli. Rest in Peace Colin. - Posted by: Shelagh Morrow (Friend) on: Jun 14, 2014
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My deepest sympathies Sue....I know how much you will miss him. Dana - Posted by: Dana Cooke (Friend to Sue) on: Jun 13, 2014
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We will miss Colin here at JMH and his friendly voice. My prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Elaine Pitman (friend) on: Jun 12, 2014
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I first met Colin when we moved to Gimli in 1981. We became friends and have remained so ever since. Colin got me involed in the air cadet program back in 1983 when he, one of the founding members, was getting the squadron off the ground. It was so much work, and so much fun, and Colin was so proud of all the cadets for all these years. He was a caring, compassionate, fun loving, hardworking, dedicated man. He adored his family above all. I was truly blessed to have known him all these years, to have been able to call such a wonderful man my friend. I will miss you Colin, so very much. Rest in peace my friend. Per Ardua Ad Astra. - Posted by: Darlene Vokey (Friend) on: Jun 12, 2014
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I met capt Heathcote when we joined air cadets in gimli in 2001. He helped me pursue my gold award with the duke of edinburgh program and was a great supporter to me while I deployed to Afghanistan with the military. I always made timefor a lunch date with him and my dad when I would come home to gimli to visit. You will be truly missed. Thank you for everything you have taught me throughout the years. I will miss your stories. - Posted by: Tanya Woroniuk (friend ) on: Jun 12, 2014
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Colin was a lover of cricket. He had a great passion for the game and would do anything to help promote the sport anywhere he can. He was a loving and caring human being and will be missed by everyone who came in contact with him. It was my honour to serve with him on the MCA Executive Committee and he taught me a few things about sacrifices. The cricketing community will miss him immensely. On behalf of all cricketers in Manitoba, we thank him for all his hard work, effort and service to help grow the sport of cricket in Manitoba. Rest in peace. He will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Garvin Budhoo (Member of Manitoba Cricket Association Executive) on: Jun 10, 2014
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We both have so many great memories of Colin! Have very good times with him when living in Gimli! Remembering the time he was our nurse at Girl Guide Camp. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time. Keith and Linda Williams - Posted by: Keith and Linda Williams (Friend) on: Jun 10, 2014
