Friends and family,
We are very sad to let you know that Dad passed away this evening. It was very peaceful and he was surrounded by family. We will post additional thoughts, as well as information about arrangements, in a few days.
Thank you so much for all your love and support.
Love, Colin and Ian
PS. Dad – We miss you tremendously…
I am very saddened to hear. I’m am just now catching up with is happening with my dear friend. I have been away for awhile recovering from a heart attack I had apparently on the very day you passed. Rest in peace my dear Colin. I will continue to pray for your sons and family and friends. Rest easy in God’s loving arms.
What a brave and concentrated effort everyone made in helping Colin. He should and I am sure was profoundly proud of his sons and the fantastic updating you did for all his friends was invaluable. Colin made the grand fight and considering the great obstacles he had to overcome, the fight was a great war, indeed.
I’m so glad I ‘found’ him recently again after 40 years or so just to touch base and remember the great pal I had so long ago. From the comments of others, he hadn’t changed much and was still a great guy to have around. We never got around to chatting and catching up, but it seems his life was spent the way he wanted to spend it. I hope the prayers I sent helped him in his transition too.
See you later, Colin!
Barb
We all mourn together at such a great loss. Colin gave so much to so many and will be greatly missed. The family is in my prayers.
Colin & Ian…
I share your loss. No words can fulfill my thoughts at present. All I know is that I have peace of mind knowing that you Dad is with our Lord now. Let me know if there is anything at all I can do for you & the family. God bless.
Hi Ian and Colin, I was so sorry to hear about your Dad passing away. Sgt. Bonney told me when I was on vacation. I may be too late, but when you decide when and where you are having a memorial or service, could you let me know? I’d like to talk with you all about some memories of your Dad and what was important to him for a short story about his life that will also let people know when and where the memorial will be.
Take care,
Lisa Irish
Reporter for The Daily Courier
(928) 445-3333 ext 2043
There are no words that will ease the pain and sorrow that are caused by the passing of a loved one or good friend, only time and fond memories can do that. Just know that as you look at this increasing list of condolences, there are a lot of good caring people that love and respect your dad, and most of us will be more than willing to share a fond memory of your dad whenever you need it. Just know that your dad will live in heaven, and in our hearts as he did on earth.
Mark Hamilton
You know we love him, you know we will miss him and you know we are here for you as well. He was a treasure to all who knew him and leaves a black hole in our lives where we miss him but a large red heart where he left his mark on our lives. He’s only away from us for a short time until we are all together again.
We are so very heart broken. Colin”s was a great person to have knowed, he will always be in our hearts. If you need any help please write lynxcreekxx@yahoo.com Don & Marie Johnson Yavapai Chapter. Love You.
Colin and Ian,
May God bless you both for the wonderful son’s you have been for your Dad! He loved you both more than you will ever Know!!
God saw he was getting tried, and a cure was not to be; so he put His arms around him, and whispered, “Come with me.” With tearful eyes we watched him suffer and saw him fade away.
Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay. A golden heart stoped beating, hard working hands to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takesthe best!
You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Dannie and Ron Smith
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That poem was so beautiful..May Colin rest in peace. I do miss him though.
Colin & Ian… I knew your dad from the Indain Riders Group. Your father was a good man and well loved for all that he had done.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Colin & Ian,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you guys. I never met your dad, but it’s obvious he was a special human being when you consider his two sons. You are in our thoughts and hearts during this difficult time.
Love,
Tyson and Heidi
Just got back from a weekend of camping with our Good Sam Camping Club. I am so very sorry, Colin and Ian for your loss. I know we do not have to tell you what a wonderful man your father was and how very much we loved him. Colin had a way of making you laugh or smile no matter what your mood was when you came into the room. He would not let you stay in a bad mood. God love him. He was truly the best. Colin made such an impact on me. . . . How I loved to hear him laugh!!!! I know he is with his Heavenly Father and he will not be in pain any longer. God will give you the strength to get through this, I know HE will. If there is anything Ron and I can do, please let us know and please keep in touch. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you, Ron and Nancy Nicholas
Colin and Ian,
Just got back from a camping weekend with our bike group and all were thinking of him and was very sad to open my email and find this, you two know how special your father was to me for so many year . I think over 25,can’t remember that far but now I will have all those memories to think about. I know he is at peace now and have lost my own dad I know how you feel now. I’ll be thinking about the two of you. All my love to all.
Mervi
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing; he put up a very long & valiant battle. I know he is so very proud of you both & that he will continue to be with you in your hearts forever, as he will be in he hearts of all the friends who’s hearts he touched in his life. He will always be there, watching over you, his precious sons. The following helped me through the loss of two who were very close to me & passed away recently;
The Angels gathered near your bed so very close to you, for they knew the pain & suffering that you were going through.
I thought about so many things, as I held tightly to your hand. Oh how I wished that you were strong & happy once again.
But your eyes were looking homeward to that place beyond the sky, where Jesus held His outstretched arms, it was time to say goodbye.
I struggled with my selfish thoughts, for I wanted you to stay. So could walk and talk again, like we did – just yesterday.
But Jesus knew the answer, and I knew He loved you so, so I gave to you life’s greatest gift, the gift of letting go.
My sincere condolences to you, your Mom, & all of Colin’s family & friends….
Colin & Ian,
Ethan, Ben and I were so hopeful that your Dad would take a turn for the better. It’s going to be hard not talking to him anymore. I’ve had a double heartbreak…losing my niece to breast cancer this last week, and now your Dad. My heart hurts so badly right now, but I’m thankful that your Dad is at peace and not hurting any longer. The boys and I will NEVER forget him. I pray that you’ll see Colin’s smile everyday in your hearts, ss we will.
Many hugs to you both,
Cindy
colin a big virtual hug to you and your brother. i’m sorry for your loss, but i’m glad your dad was in peace with his family by his bedside in his final hours. this site is a beautiful testament to his memory…thanks for putting it together and providing us with a place to honor your dad…we’ll be thinking of you…dg
Colin and Ian,
I am so sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you and your family.
Ned
So very sorry to learn that your father has passed on. I know how deeply losing a loved one can be and my heart pours out to all that grieve his lost. I pray you will be surrounded with loved ones to help you through this time. I am surrounding both of you with love and prayers from afar. May you celebrate his life in numerous ways!
Dear Colin, Ian and Family,
I was saddened to hear of your fathers passing. It was my hope to get to know him. From what I have heard he was a good man, and loved by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this diffucult time.
Sherri
I just heard this morning. And feeling the sense of loss because a great person has passed. Colin, your greatness has not left us, and your blessing has added immeasurably to our lives. Our prayers and condolences to the extended family that is yours in common.
Colin you will be missed.. Your smile and friendship were the light of each meeting..
Carol and Aaron
Ian, Ann, Colin & family,
I felt it an honor & a pleasure sitting beside your dad the evenings that I went during the wk when you couldn’t be there. I continued to write his name almost every day in the BIG book in the chapel at St. Joseph’s Hospital then I would head for my weekly visits with him after work. I would not have left him alone for too long until you two were able to return. My heartfelt sadness & hugs go to all of you.
I am enclosing this NATIVE AMERICAN PRAYER that I love & I think you will find comfort in these words.
I give you this one thought to keep —
I am with you still – I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone –
I am with you still – in each new dawn.
That poem is so beautiful and speaks the truth. Spoken from the heart. Colin, II and Ian will never walk alone. Colin Sr. will always be within them.
That poem is beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
Words cannot describe how sorry I am with your dad’s passing. Now, Colin is in a btter hands, free of pain and sufferring.
My heart goes out to both of you, Ian and Colin.
Colin Sr., sweet dreams my darling.
Olga
Sending my love to the MacDiarmid family. I found this poem & thought it would be meaningful to the family.
Never Alone
I feel you in the morning
When at first I awake
Your thought is with me
With each decision I make
You’d been around forever
Since the first breath I took
Now I have to go on alone
But for love, I need not look
Cause by what you bestowed
In our short time together
Will last in my heart
Forever and ever
Although you’ve left
And now walk above
I’m never alone
I’m wrapped in your love
Enjoy now your long waited reward
Feel peace that your love continues on
What was taught to me, will be taught to mine
Cause you live on in me even after you’ve gone
Ian & Colin,
I’m so sorry for your loss. It sounds like your dad lived a very active and full life, and that he made a lasting impression on many people’s hearts. My deepest sympathies to you both.
Andrea
Our deepest condolences, we will all miss your Dad and have good memories of the time we were fortunate enough to have known him.
Condolences to all the family.
Our condolences to the family. Colin was a good man and will be greatly missed. Cindy and Chuby
Colin & Ian, Friends and Family,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I know he is now in a mch better pain free place.
I heard of the list you two made from Ck, that was awesome. I hope one day to have the opportunity to meet you, since our families were great friends. May god comfort you and your families through these tough times. Memories are a great thing we can always hang onto.
God Bless and comfort you.
Jamie Palozzola
Culpeper, VA
We are so sorry. You are in our prayers, Colin is with God now.
Colin, Ian and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I want to express my deepest sympathies, but I can fine no words. My thoughts are with you and your family. His pain and suffering are over now and he can rest in peace.
I feel very bless to have known him even if only for a very short time, His memory will forever be in my heart,
Find peace in knowing how much he loved you and hold on to the memories.
He will live on in our hearts forever,
With deepest sympathy,
~ Linda
Colin,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wanted to express my deepest sympathies, but no words can. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Love,
Yuko
Our sympathy and love to you all in this most difficult time
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Now he is pain free and with all his family and friends that have gone before. My deepest sympathy to your family. God Bless.
John Webb
I am so sorry, my heart goes out to you, God Bless you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Colin will be greatly missed but he will always be in our heart. God has welcomed home another great individual.
Colin, I am very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolence goes out to you, Ian and the rest of your family. 🙁
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Colin,
I’m sorry about your loss! Peace be with you and your family!!
Though I am saddened by Colin’s passing I do know one thing.
I’m sure my mom and dad were standing at the gates waiting to greet him. He may not be with us, but he is with people who love him and he love’s.
My thoughts are wth you and your family. I am so sorry Colin.
GODSPEED Brother
Colin and Ian,
I’m sorry to hear about the passin of your father. The your families continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!
Sheila
Everyone who knew Colin will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Colin and Ian and family: We are so sorry. Your Dad fought hard his whole life with one struggle or another. Even during his toughest times, he continued to bring joy to those of us lucky enough to have crossed paths with him.
Always keep in your heart the knowledge that he spoke of both of you with such love and pride, We always knew where you were and what you were doing. He loves you so much.
What a loss. What a void. Please accept our prayers for your comfort and peace as you grieve the loss of your father. What an amazing man. We are so blessed to have known him.
Friends forever, Paul and Sandee from Michigan
I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. May God give the MacDiarmid family comfort in knowing how much he was loved and will be missed by his friends. I didn’t get the honor of knowing Colin, very long, but he has burned his name in my heart and mind and shall live on forever.
May Colin rest in peace riding the roads of heaven with the wind blowing through his hair and feeling the warm sun of God on his face. Amen
Love Janet
I am so sorry. I know there are no words to take away your sorrow and pain. Try to find peace as your Dad has. His pain and suffering has ended and he did fight so hard…enjoy those memories of the last moments when he knew you were there…..they are indeed some of the most special on top of all the others you have. Your Dad loved you both very very much and he always will…you were the pride and joy of his life….
Make sure during all the weeks to come, that you take time for yourself to grieve. Life without a parent is quite difficult at times but there is life and they are always with you….always remember.
Again, I am so sorry – thinking of you all everyday……
me
To Colin, Ian, Ann, Sue and all of Colin’s friends and family….we so sorry to hear the news. It is a great loss to all of us. Love and hugs to all of you.
Heather and Rick
I am so sorry. I am just an outsider who cares, as I never had the fortune to meet your father in person. But through the obvious legacy he leaves behind in both of his sons, he indeed was an incredible man and lives on through both of you for sure. I hope somehow you are consoled. I wish I had some magic words. I am “e-hugging” you right now. Thinking of you every day . . .
-Theresa, Prescott