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Willie Colbourne
In Memory of
Willie Albin "Bill"
Colbourne
1937 - 2016
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Condolence From: K.J.Patrick Conlin
Condolence: My sincere condolences to the entire Colbourne family. I had the privilege of serving under RSM Colbourne in 1 VP. It was an honour.
Friday January 06, 2017
Condolence From: Bill & Jennie spring
Condolence: We were saddened to hear of Willie's passing. I served with Willie in the 2Bn
PPCLI and Cyprus. He was well thought of and respected by his fellow soldiers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Pat and family.
Thursday January 05, 2017
Condolence From: Gordon George
Condolence: I had the privilege of serving with RSM Colbourne with 1 VP in Calgary and Cyprus. He left a lasting impression on all of us, he will be fondly remembered by all who served with him. Our deepest condolences to his family.
RIP
VP
Gord George, Wasaga Beach, On
Monday January 02, 2017
Condolence From: Robert Thibeau
Condolence: As a young Mcpl in 1VP I the privilege of having one of the best Regimental Sergeants Majors the Regiment had produced. A true leader and outstanding example of a soldier. I thank you for your inspiration and guidance as the RSM and know you touched a great number of our regiment. Rest easy, sir.
Friday December 30, 2016
Condolence From: George & Barb Randall
Condolence: Dear Pat and family
we were so sorry to hear of willie's passing
our thoughts and prayers are with you. Willie was a great guy we would have a few laugh when ever we got together. God Bless RIP Willie
Wednesday December 28, 2016
Condolence From: Valerie Zurrin
Condolence: Dear Pat and Family: I would like to extend my condolences to you and your family. Bill and I worked together at Campus Police at the UoM. He hired me which I was most grateful for but he also took into account my three little children. He said that he wanted me to have a working lunch in order for me to leave at 2:30 so I could be home before the children came home from school. I was forever grateful. He was a kind and compassionate man. He spoke of you Pat lovingly and could not say enough about his daughters. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers. May your happy memories of him lessen your sadness.
Tuesday December 27, 2016
Condolence From: Curly Harper
Condolence: Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of a great Guardsman. I served with Willie in the 2nd Bn CDN Gds in the 60's and 70's. He set a standard that many of us worked hard to obtain. May he rest in Peace.

A MARI USQUE AD MARE

Tuesday December 27, 2016
Condolence From: Mike Hinks
Condolence: My sincere condolences to you and your family. Bill was a good friend and I'm really going to miss our monthly coffee get together at Tim's. Rest in peace my friend.
Monday December 26, 2016
Condolence From: Henry and Jean Campbell
Condolence: Our sincere condolences Pat and family on your loss.
Sunday December 25, 2016
Condolence From: Terry Dexter
Condolence: All members and wives of the Atlantic Guards Association send their heart felt sympathy to the Colbourne Family. I served with Willie in the 2nd BN in Petawawa in the late 50's and 60's. He was a great fellow and a good soldier and all of the Guardsmen who served with him and knew will feel the loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. RIP Bill.
Friday December 23, 2016
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