Today would have been Ten / Angela Cortinas (Wife)Read >>
Today would have been Ten / Angela Cortinas (Wife)
Remembering you on this day, in what would have been 10 years married to you. Still miss you every day....
Always Remembered / Mike Bassick (Friend)
Always a gentleman. Always helpful. Always a friend. Always missed Always remembered.
Our hearts are always with your family, our thoughts are always with you. Close
Love and Trust / Susan Lane (Colleague/Friend)Read >>
Love and Trust / Susan Lane (Colleague/Friend)
Angela, I never knew of this website before and am grateful for the chance to share my thoughts. There is only one thing that is perfect in this world and that is love. When we are lonely, love fills the emptiness. When we are angry, love softens our heart. When we are happy, love expands itself to others, when we are sad, love can lift our spirit and when we hurt, love can heal our wounds. But, what does love do when the one we love is lost. Fear not, and trust in love. Colin's love for you and his family is forever-trust that. Your love for Colin is forever-trust that. If you are looking for something to help you live, then love is all there is. It is there all around you and inside of you-trust that. And finally, Love yourself - trust that.
Love to you and your family at this holiday season. Susan Lane 12-Dec-06 Close
This Christmas / Kelly &. Steve Fleming (Friends)Read >>
This Christmas / Kelly &. Steve Fleming (Friends)
Angela & Victoria,
As Christmas nears I know it may bring tears for your twinkling star is now up in Heaven shining brightly down upon you. But think of all the beauty Colin sees from above; the beautiful nights of Christmas lights the sweet sounds of Christmas carols and his loving wife and daughter cherishing memories from Christmases past.
You both are in our thoughts and prayers this Christmas and always.
Remembering You.... / Jody Fedick (Friend)
Angela, You continue to be an inspiration to me in your continued strength and perseverance. You are an amazing mother and friend and I feel so blessed to have you in my life. Please know that you are always in my thoughts and in my prayers - always. Love you both. Jody
I will lend you for a little while, a child of mine, he said For you to love the while he lives, and mourn for when he's dead It may be six or seven years, or forty two or three. But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me? He'll bring back his charms to gladden you, and should his stay be brief. You'll have his lovely memories, as solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return But there are lessons taught that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you. Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labour vain, Nor hate me when I come to take him. I fancied that I heard her say, dear Lord, thy will be done! For all the joys that child shall bring, the risk of grief I'll run I'll shelter him with tenderness, I'll love him while I may, And for the happiness I've known, forever grateful stay. But should the angels call for him much sooner than I've planned, I'll brave the bitter grief that comes, And try to understand. All my love, Mom
A star shining in a universe far away My heart knows that we shall meet again some sweet day And you, you will be the flame that burns in my breast And oh, I know just by knowing you I was blessed. Yes I was truly blessed
Heaven, Heaven, ooh waiting there for me Heaven, Heaven, ooh always let it be
So why, tell me why the good die young my old friend I pray that heaven waits for everyone in the end And love, love is how we cross that bridge to the light A star that is what you are in my darkest night Be always by my side
Heaven, Heaven, waiting there for me Heaven, Heaven, always let it be
Heaven, Heaven, waiting there for me Heaven, Heaven, always let it be
A year already? / Shawn Findlay (friend)
I can't believe a year is coming up-It's been over a year since I last talked to Colin-in our conversation he talked about thanking the family of the donor of his kidney. He was really happy his brother in law Joe was keeping him company. I thought at the time that the hard part was over-he was so optimistic. I'll never forget see my wife Lorraine getting the phone call from Dana-she was sobbing and I originally thought something happened to her brother but when she got off the phone and told me all I could do was just walk around the house in disbelieve. As my kids enjoyed Chistmas I couldn't believe the thoughts that overcame me-what would happen to Victoria and Angela-why today! As our kids enjoyed their new toys my wife and I just cried and we had visitors coming for Chistmas. As everyone arrived we tried our best to welcome them but as I gathered the boys about the bar I had a teary confession to tell them. I am proud to say everyone there did go to the funeral home because they knew Colin and respected his time here. I wish we could have been closer as older adults but he wasn't afraid to travell wherever his work called him. In our last conversation he told me he only wanted to be with Angela and Victoria-the thing that really makes me want to spit in Gods face is that he finally found the perfect woman for him and had a beautiful daughter but health issues took him away too early. Like I said earlier it will soon be a year--Lorraine and I will never forget-we will celebrate Christmas but we will have Fletch (and Angela and Victoria) in our minds all day. Close
~Wings Of An Angel~ / Melissa Carlie Adams Grandma.. Read >>
~Wings Of An Angel~ / Melissa Carlie Adams Grandma..
The Wings Of An Angel So Pure And So White, The Wings Of An Angel Holding You Tight, The Wings Of An Angel Caressing Your Skin,
The Wings Of An Angel Keeping The Love Within. These Wings From An Angel Are My Gift To You, These Wings From An Angel Will Help See You Through.
Ongoing/ Chris Gerace (Co-worker & Friend )Read >>
Ongoing/ Chris Gerace (Co-worker & Friend )
Still lamenting the untimely departure of such a wonderful man. His memories warm my heart... ...every time I think of him, I can't help but smile. That's the way it should be now! God bless Colin, Angela and Victoria! Close
If I had Only Know / Angela Cortinas (Wife)Read >>
If I had Only Know / Angela Cortinas (Wife)
If I had only known It was the last walk in the rain I'd keep you out for hours in the storm I would hold your hand Like a life line to my heart Underneath the thunder we'd be warm If I had only known It was our last walk in the rain
If I had only known I'd never hear your voice again I'd memorize each thing you ever said And on those lonely nights I could think of them once more Keep your words alive inside my head If I had only known I'd never hear your voice again
You were the treasure in my hand You were the one who always stood beside me So unaware I foolishly believed That you would always be there But then there came a day And I turned my head and you slipped away
If I had only known It was my last night by your side I'd pray a miracle would stop the dawn And when you'd smile at me I would look into your eyes And make sure you know my love For you goes on and on If I had only known If I had only known The love I would've shown If I had only known Close
You're in a better place,
I've heard a thousand times
And at least a thousand times
I've rejoiced for you
But the reason why I'm broken,
the reason why I cry
Is how long must I wait to be with you
I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
I've never been more homesick than now
Help me Lord cause I don't understand your ways
The reason why I wonder if I'll ever know
But, even if you showed me, the hurt would be the same
Cause I'm still here so far away from home
I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
I've never been more homesick than now
In Christ, there are no goodbye
And in Christ, there is no end
So I'll hold onto Jesus with all that I have
To see you again
To see you again
And I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
Won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
Won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
I've never been more homesick than now
To my loving husband who I miss dearly/ Angela Cortinas (Wife)Read >>
To my loving husband who I miss dearly/ Angela Cortinas (Wife)
Bight Lights
She got out of town on the railway, new york bound Took all except my name Another alien on broadway Well, some things in this world you just can't change Some things you can't see until it gets too late
Baby, baby, baby when all your love is gone Who will save me from all I'm up against out in this world And maybe, maybe, maybe You'll find something that's enough to keep you But if the bright lights don't receive you You should turn yourself around and come on home
I got a hole in me now I got a scar I can talk about She keeps a picture of me in her apartment in the city But some things in this world Man, they don't make sense Some things you don't leave until they leave you And then the things that you miss, you say
Baby, baby, baby when all your love is gone Who will save me from all I'm up against out in this world And maybe, maybe, maybe You'll find something that's enough to keep you But if the bright lights don't receive you You should turn yourself around and come on home
Let that city take you in (come on home) Let that city spit you out (come on home) Let that city take you down, yeah For god sakes turn around
Baby, baby, baby when all your love is gone Who will save me from all I'm up against out in this world Yeah well, maybe, maybe, maybe You'll find something that's enough to keep you But if the bright lights dont receive you Well, turn yourself around and come on home
Yeah, come on home Baby, baby, baby, baby Come on home Yeah, come on home Yeah, come on home Yeah, come on home Baby, baby, baby, baby Come on home Close
My heart goes out to you and your family and I have been keeping you in my prayers.Looking back, I remember being completely stunned when I first learned of Colin’s condition.While many of us would gripe about any little sniffle, ache or pain, here was Colin enduring so much, yet he was always smiling and pleasant, and just a joy to be around.I also recall the first time I met Victoria.It was in our Chesterbrook office and she was playing in Colin’s office.I could tell immediately that she was “Daddy’s little girl” and that she was his pride and joy.When I learned that Colin had finally received a transplant and was doing so well, all I could think was “There is no one more deserving than Colin”.I will always remember Colin as a great father and husband.His strength and positive outlook on life is an inspiration to all that knew him.This can also be said about you Angela, as your fortitude is unmatched.Your friends are here for you though, when you do need a shoulder to lean on.Close
My deepest sympathies/ Amy Consorte (Co-Worker)Read >>
My deepest sympathies/ Amy Consorte (Co-Worker) Angela and Victoria, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Colin was a great men who really cared about everyone. He will truly be missed. Love AmyClose
I am so sorry to hear about Colin, we will certainly miss him. As a friend and mentor, I really respected and admired Colin and thoroughly enjoyed our time together. Colin was a very genuine and warm person and always cheerful. It was evident how important his family and friends were to him and I think he really brought those he worked with into his family as well. I will remember his good advice, how he helped me get into grad school, his subtle humor and genuine nature. I am indebted to Colin for his generosity and support. Angela, I’m so sorry and I hope Colin knows how much we enjoyed the time we spent with him and how much he will be missed.
Deepest Sympathies/ Pete McCormick (Co-worker)Read >>
Deepest Sympathies/ Pete McCormick (Co-worker)
Angela,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Colin's passing and we wanted to let you know that you and Victoria are in our family's thoughts and prayers.
May you find strength and comfort in faith and family and always remember that you have friends around the world who care about you and are available to provide you with support when you need it.
Effem Associate/ Pauline Mier (co-worker)
I am shocked and saddened with the news about Colin. He was a professional, always willing to help his fellow workers. I remember his great sense of humour, we shared many laughs over the years. My deepest sympathy to all his family and friends. Close
My deepest condolences/ Arno Van Noordt (Co-worker)Read >>
My deepest condolences/ Arno Van Noordt (Co-worker)
Angela,
I was shocked to hear this news. My prayers are with you and Victoria. I am so sorry that you loose a loving and caring husband and Victoria is loosing a father so young at age. May you find the strength and courage every day
to move on. My love and prayers go out to you and your familyClose
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