Colin Gleed
Posted May 12, 2017 | 10:14 PM by PattFH
Colin Gleed of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2017, at the age of 65 years, beloved husband of the late Marlys Gleed . He leaves to cherish his memory, two children, Colleen (Darryl) Floberg and Nicole (Abraham Deng) Gleed; seven grandchildren, Jarrett, David, Markom, Savannah, Guevara, Aubrielle and Hawaya; his brothers Stuart (Liz) Gleed and Charles (May) Gleed; his sisters Jean (Douglas) Shaw and Anne (Robert) Campbell; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Jean Gleed; his wife, Marlys Gleed, and one grandson, Lucas Floberg on February 3, 2012. Colin was born in Glasgow, Scotland on March 3, 1952 to parents Robert and Jean. He came to Canada in 1972 with the British Military, and met Marlys (Dahlke) and shortly after they married in 1974. Colin immigrated to Canada in 1975, where he began his 30 year career at CFB Suffield. He was actively involved in the youth bowling program while the girls were young. He was a coach to many kids and was always cheering them on through every tournament. As well, he volunteered countless hours to various organizations throughout the city for many years. Colin loved travelling, fishing, watching curling, but most of all spending time with his grandkids. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Friday, May 12, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & NU, 124, 430 6th Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2S8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Colin Gleed, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
- Date : 2017-05-07
- Location : Medicine Hat, Alberta