WEST, Reverend Colin

WEST, Reverend Colin Lorne - It is with both sadness and a sense of peace that the family announces the passing of Colin, at the age of 85. Sadness at the loss of an incredible man loved deeply by so many, but peace in the knowledge that he is now with his Lord and Saviour. Colin was the beloved husband and best friend of Cathy for 62 years. Loving father and father-in-law of Peter and Lynn, Bonnie and Ken, and Stephen and Cathy. Cherished grandfather of Courtney (James), Matthew (Amber), Rebecca, Sarah (Randy), Christopher and Benjamin (Tasha). Great-grandfather to Ethan and Charlotte. Colin was an ordained minister in the United Church of Canada, who dedicated his life to bringing others into a personal relationship with Christ. He was a gifted artist, loved music and enjoyed travelling with Cathy. Colin lived a life built on integrity, faith, selflessness and later in life courage and perseverance in the face of great physical challenges. The family of Colin wishes to thank the nurses and doctors of the ICU at Ajax/Pickering Hospital for their excellent and compassionate care. Visitation will take place at McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, 905-428-8488, on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A celebration of Colin's life will be held at Forest Brook Community Church, 60 Kearney Drive, Ajax, on Friday, April 26 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Watoto Child Care Ministries and the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be placed atwww.mceachniefuneral.ca