Colin George Vokey
February 19, 1959 to August 9, 2023
Obituary
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Passed peacefully away at Pleasantview Towers early Wednesday morning August 9, 2023 Colin George Vokey.
Predeceased by his father, William Harold Vokey. Leaving to mourn his mother, Dorothy (Earle) Vokey; sisters, Marilyn Flower, and Karen Butt (Ken); brothers, Darroch (Bonnie), Karl (Susan), and Keith (Kelly Tilley); Uncles Myrle Vokey (Marilyn), and Harold Earle, and Aunt Mabel Earle in addition to numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends and caregivers at 4NE PVT.
Colin was from Bell Island, but grew up in St. John’s where he attended school, completing his GED independently and then received further training in electrical. Colin worked at Radio Shack, then with the Provincial Government until he was physically unable to do so. His flare for electronics brought him an array of friends as he willingly repaired items for them. He was an avid CBer and a loyal Scout leader with the Shrine Club group. Colin was a thoughtful, kind person, yet strong in his opinions. Those who knew him also enjoyed his sense of humor and laughter. Colin made friends wherever he went and will be lovingly remembered.
Thank you so much to the staff of Pleasantview Towers for their kindness and support over the years.
Visitation will be held at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Sunday, August 13 from 10 a.m. – 12 noon and 2-4 p.m. Funeral service will be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, August 15 at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road.
Donations in Colin’s memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or to a charity of your choice.
Schedule
Visitations
10 a.m. - 12 noon on August 13, 2023
2-4 p.m. on August 13, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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To the Vokey Family,
Please accept my condolences on Colins passing . I first met him during my time in scouts both he and the other leaders made it a memorable and fun experience for all involved.
I will never forget how they included myself and others in all types of activates and in doing so bring happiness and friendship to everyone,
Rest easy Colin.
to colins family;
please accept our condolences, our thoughts &prayers are with you as this very sad time, take care & God Bless.
Bud &Sandra Duffett
Karen, Ken, Colin’s Mom and all of your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Karen, I remember when we worked together you shared so many stories about your sister, and your brothers especially Colin. You cared for him deeply. I hope that the fond memories of Colin will help you during this sad time. Hugs my friend.
Keith, Karl and the Vokey family. So sorry to hear of Colin’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. The Bishop family.
To Keith and Family. We were saddened to hear of your Brother’s passing and offer our sincerest condolences. Ross Lee
As his uncle and his godfather, I am deeply saddened by the death of Colin.
My dear, late, Esther and I would visit Colin every summer when we were in Newfoundland and kept in touch from Ottawa.
I will miss sharing a laugh together.
We sends our deepest sympathies to your family, grieving this loss as our family grieves it’s own loss alongside you.
All our love.
Uncle Harold and Erika
Keith our deepest condolences to you and your family over the sudden loss of your brother Colin. May all of your fond memories shared with Colin help you all through this very difficult time. We hope to raise a glass to Colin when we are together next.
Tim and Sylvie
Keith & family
I am so sorry to hear of your brother’s passing , my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time . May he RIP.
Marilyn and Karen, we were saddened to learn of the passing of your brother, Collin. May he rest in peace. Sincere condolences are extended to you and the whole Vokey family., during this difficult time..
With sympathy,
Mary and Ches Warren
Our condolences to the Vokey family. Our thoughts are with you Keith, very sorry for the loss of your brother.
GTI Tracadie office
Dear Karen, Dorothy and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the death of your brother and son. I wish there were words that could make the hurt go away but there is nothing that I can add to the already beautiful tributes to Colin. Sometimes memories hurt and there are other times that remind us of special moments with our loved one and we cherish them. Sending sincere condolences. Maude & Ches
Karen and the Vokey family
Warmest condolences to you on the loss of your
brother.
Sincerely Albert Noftall and Linda Giannou
Our condolences to all the Vokey Family. Our thoughts are with you. Sending love.
Marilyn & Karen,
My sincere sympathy to you both on the recent passing of your brother Colin.
I am also thinking of your Mother at this time.
God Bless.
So very sad to hear of our dear cousin’s passing. He was in good spirits when we last spoke at Easter. I will cherish that last conversation. My heart aches for your beautiful family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Dot, Marilyn, Karen, Darroch, Keith and Karl, as you navigate this terrible loss.
All our love,
Heather, Eric, Sadie, Bianca, Cressida and Heidi
We are deeply saddened to learn of Colin’s passing. Sending out much love and peace to all of his siblings, aunt Dot and all of his extended family. Cherish all the memories.
Keith, Kelly, and the Vokey Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your brother. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. God Bless!
Always enjoyed bumping into Colin at PVT. Chatting about radio, electronics, and “everyday life” stuff. Condolences.
Karen, Ken and Family:
Brad and I would like to express our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear brother. May your wonderful memories provide you comfort. Our thoughts are with you all..
Karen and Brad Smith
Mrs. Vokey and the Vokey family. We were saddened to hear the news of Colin’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. Dave Wight and family.
To the Vokey family. So sorry to hear Colin’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Cherish the memories.
Karen, we were so sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. I am sure that he will be missed. Thinking of you and Ken, Lee and Cathie MacLeod
I was shocked to hear this, and Condolences to your family. I am daughter of Philip, on 4NE, and got to know Colin over the past year. He would always scoot by and watch their crib games, and never missed a moment to say hello.. or be included in a laugh. I hope you soar high as an Angel Colin… RIP
Karen, Ken and family, so sorry to hear about your brother’s passing. We send our sincerely condolences to you both and your family. Cherish the memories.
Karen, Ken and family
So sorry to hear of Colin’s passing. Thinking of you.
Heather and Bruce
Dot and all the family
I was so sorry to hear of Colin’s passing.
I can remember Colin back years ago he was always so pleasant and such a nice person to talk to.
I’m sure you are going to miss him so much but your memories of Colin will help you get through this difficult time.
RIP Colin
Karen Bond
Karl &Susan
And extended Vokey Families. So Sorry for your loss. Thought and Prayers with you at this difficult time.
Ed &Ceal Highmore
Pasadena ❤️
Deepest condolences from our family to yours. Thinking of you all, remembering Colin and sending love.
So sorry to hear of Colin’s passing. We always enjoyed seeing him on our visits back to NL. Our love goes out to Keith, Karl, Darroch, Marilyn and Karen and all their spouses and my Aunt Dot, and all of the Vokey family. RIP Colin.
We love you all.
Judy and Tyrone
Keith, Karl and The Vokey Family sorry to hear of Colin’s passing.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Keith, Karl and Vokey family,
We were sorry to hear the news of your brother’s passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers, and we wish peace and comfort to you all.
Dear Aunt Dot and Vokey family, we were saddened to hear the loss of Colin. We will always remember the good times spent together on our visits back home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of sorrow.. Love, Deb, Garry, Aunt Lil and families
Mrs. Vokey, Marilyn and Family,
We have fond memories of Colin as a young man and are so very sorry to read of his passing. Our condolences, thoughts and prayers go to you all.
Ros and Don
Dorothy and the Vokey Family: Sorry to hear of Colin’s passing. We have many pleasant memories of gatherings with your family. There was always lots of laughter and lively discussions and Colin loved to be part of it all. Thinking of you all at this sad time..
Marion and Everett
Karen, Ken , Mrs Vokey and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the unexpected passing of your son, brother, uncle , nephew and friend.
May happy memories bring you joy ,and ,knowing he is no longer suffering, bring peace to you all.
Karen &Ken &family,
We were so sorry to learn of your brother’s passing. Please accept our condolences.
Janet OBrien & Jim Oakley
Marilyn and family, we are so sorry for your loss. I only met Colin once, but it was memorable and he made this old grump smile! May he rest in peace. Sincere condolences to all he loved, and all who love Colin.
I remember him coming outside Pleasantview Towers when my Mom & I were outside. He introduced himself and we found him to be so funny. Rest in peace. It was a pleasure knowing you Colin.
L. O’Keefe
Colin will be so missed on 4ne. It was the highlight of my morning to visit his room and torment him and watch him try so hard not to laugh at me. He had many friends on the unit. Rest easy Colin