August 25, 1964 – August 6, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our Son, Brother, Dad and Grandfather, Colin, at the age of 56, after suffering with M.S. for 25 years.

Colin is survived by his loving Mom Doreen, brother Blaine, daughter Ashley (Joel), grandchildren Isaac, Aralynne and Cohen; Derek (Cali) and Taylor, cherished with much love. He was predeceased by Dad, Howard in 1996 and missed him everyday, as they would do so much together, including fishing, hockey and scouting.  Dad was his hockey coach, as Colin was goalie for “Buffalo Sabres.” His Dad was his Cub leader and he learned to hunt with his Dad, bringing home many grouse.

Colin was born in Vanderhoof, BC to Doreen and Howard Frederick. Colin moved to Prince Rupert, BC with his family, then to New Westminster and finally to Kamloops in 1968.  He is survived by many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Jane (Mother of the Children), long time close friend from his school days, Dan Baudin (Ivana and Michael) and many other friends from school, work, Plura Hill United Church and friend Dana Levere from schools days, giving Colin support. Colin was manager of McDonalds in Valleyview, Burger King in Kamloops and Vernon. Employed with Canadian Tire in Vernon, then Yellowknife, NWT. as Department Manager until he developed MS in 1996 and moved back to Kamloops to assist Mom. Colin moved into Kamloops Seniors Village in 2004 for full care and made his home there until his passing on August 6, 2021. Colin especially loved teasing the girls.

Colin was very active at Plura Hills United Church with many dear friends there , particularly Ken Woodcock (Donna), a special friend, seeing hospital for visitation and prayer time together. Colin started the Kamloops MS Chapter, He also received the Presidents Award of MS in 2004. Colin had only one dream, to create the “Coast to Coast For MS”. He successfully did so in 2001 where he traveled to Cape Spear to raise awareness for MS and fundraised for a Local clinic in Kamloops. Colin and team “Coasting For A Cure” fundraised and participated in the MS Walk in Kamloops for many years. The last years were debilitating but Colin never gave up until the last few days of his life. Always eagerly awaiting a visit with his beloved Grandchildren, and Children, Brother, Mom who visited twice daily with “Benji”.

Thank you to KSV care staff catering to Colin’s needs and requests. Thank you to GP. Dr. Howie.

Donation can be made to the MS Society.

Celebration of Life to be held on September 11, 2021 (His Dad’s Birthday) – Location and Time to be Determined.

Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com.

• Date : 2021-08-06
• Location : Kamloops