Passed peacefully on Wednesday 18th January 2023, at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, in his 86th year.Dearly loved husband and soul mate of Perry for nearly 62 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Janeen and Neil Donaldson, Lyndal and the late Donald Irvine,  Tracey and Nick Traylen. Adored grandad of Karl and Courtney, Lana and Aaron, Rachel and Leighton, Hugh, George;  Olivia and Riley, Maddy and Tom;  Alex and Pippa. Special great grandad of Natalie, Elsie and Bella, Edward and Charlie, Henry, Nate and Archer. Loved brother and brother in law of the late June and Ray Burton, and of Barry and Natalie Quantock. Loved uncle and cousin. Heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful medical and support teams who’ve cared for Colin, and to friends, family and colleagues for all your support. Colin loved life, and loved people. Messages to PO Box 6008, Ashburton. A celebration of Colin’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Monday 23 January at 4.30pm.