Colin Fok
elevated xtJ9p March 10, 1933~ July 25, 2023
elevated xtJ9p Visitation
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 from 11:00 am – 1:15 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road, East Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated xtJ9p Funeral Mass
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 1:30 pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
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It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Colin Fok. Colin passed away peacefully on July 25, 2023 at the age of 90.
elevated xtJ9p Colin will be fondly remembered in our hearts as a devoted family man, who loved his wife deeply, nurtured his daughters & grandchildren and cared for his parents in their old age. A devout Catholic and man of great faith, who performed many acts of service through his involvement in the Serra and Rotary Clubs of Hong Kong & Toronto. A mentor and role model to his children, nieces and nephews, godchildren, colleagues and friends. Last but not least, Colin also enjoyed watching all sports, especially his favourite baseball team – Toronto Blue Jays!
elevated xtJ9p Colin lived a long and fulfilling life and is survived by his beloved wife Shirley, his daughters, son-in-laws and grandchildren, Cynthia (Henry, Tristan and Gavin) and Michele (Mark and Abby) and his brothers, Paul (Wendy) and William (Marianna).
elevated xtJ9p Our family would like to extend our sincere thanks to all his medical professionals at Mackenzie Health, North York General Hospital and to all the caregivers and medical staff at Langstaff Square Community, who cared for him these past few months.
elevated xtJ9p Please take a moment to share a memory or offer a condolence to the family using the virtual guestbook.
elevated xtJ9p Please consider donating to your favourite charity or to his parish in his memory – https://goodshepherdth.archtoronto.org/en/contact-us/donations/
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Dear Cindy and Michele, so sad to hear about your Father’s passing, he had been in my thoughts constantly and I had missed his email updates when he was able to do so until quite a few years ago. Our deepest condolences to you, your Mother and the family. May God be with him and may he rest in peace. Please pass on our best regards to your Mother.
Collin has taken care of his wife, Shirley lovingly and untiredly for many years. I am sad to hear of his passing. He is with God now. My deepest condolences to the family
I will miss talking with Collin and hearing his updates on his Shirley and family. He was such a devoted, thoughtful and loving husband. As a long time friend of Shirley, I am thankful for that. My deepest sympathy to Shirley and of course, to Cynthia and Michelle and their families.
Dear Cynthia & Michele,
It is with great sadness and grief to learn of the passing of your beloved dad. Colin and I were colleagues and great friends.
My deepest condolences to your family, may Colin rest in peace! 🙏💖💐
Dearest Cyn and Michele, my heartfelt condolences for the passing of your father. May God give him eternal rest and the strength to you and your family to find peace and comfort during this time of great loss.
Dear Cynthia and Michelle,
On behalf of all of St Stephen’s classmates, I would like to express our deep condolences at the passing of your father.
We give thanks and praise to God for his wonderful life as father, husband and a blessing to so many others.
May God ‘spirit be with you all , comforting you and giving you strength during this time especially with Shirley.
Blessings and with our prayers,
Amy and Siu Kai Chan
The Fox ‘ family,
It’s sad when someone you know becomes someone you knew.
We will never forget the image of his
gentle and bright face .
Dear Cynthia and Michele: Millie and I send our sincerest condolences to you and your family. We have many fond memories of time spent with Uncle Colin and Auntie Shirley. We are sorry that we cannot be present for the funeral and mass. Wishing you peace and comfort during these difficult times. Please give our best regards to Auntie Shirley!
I am sorry for the passing of Uncle Colin, my condolences to Cynthia, Michele, Aunty Shirley and the family.
I have fond memories growing up with Uncle Colin, he was a fine gentleman and a good friend to my parents.
May his soul rest in peace, many blessings.