Colman George de Souza
elevated DaP1X 1937-2021
elevated DaP1X Obituary
elevated DaP1X Colman George de Souza, of Burlington, Ontario passed away on April 13th at the age of 84. Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, Colman faced life and death with strength and grace, and wanted to spend as much time with his loved ones as possible. He leaves behind his devoted wife, Rosemarie, of 55 years, his son Russell, daughter-in-law Celine, and his grandson Ethan, his pride and joy. He is predeceased by his grandchildren Phoebe and Evan.
elevated DaP1X Colman was born in Rangoon, Burma to Helen and Edwin de Souza. He was the oldest of 3 children: brothers Alwyn and Eden, and sister Claudette. Colman was a beloved uncle and brother-in-law to many. He married his beloved Rosemarie in 1965, and they emigrated from Karachi, Pakistan to Canada in 1966. He lived in Markham, Ontario for 40 years, where he was a devoted Eucharistic Minister at St. Patrick’s Parish. He directed advertising and marketing research with Grant Advertising, Foster Advertising, the Financial Post, and the National Post, from where he retired in 2000 as Vice-President of Media and Director of Research.
elevated DaP1X Colman was the life of their many parties, and made friends everywhere he went. We will never forget the anniversary dinners, the SYP, the Sarasota Six, and nights of bridge and investing advice. He was an avid photographer, stamp collector, and gardener. He loved trains, birds, music, and a good glass of scotch, most often shared with his brother Eden. He and Rosemarie traveled the world.
elevated DaP1X His family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, care-coordinators, and personal support workers provided through the Burlington Local Health Integration Network, Acclaim Health, VON, Right-At-Home, and Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. This support allowed Colman to pass away peacefully and with dignity in his own home as was his wish. In lieu of flowers, we kindly ask that you consider contributing to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or Acclaim Health.
elevated DaP1X Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Colman will be interred along with his brother Alwyn at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Thornhill in a private family gathering. We are planning a Celebration of Life to take place in the future, as conditions permit.
We are passing along our condolences, and keeping you all in our prayers. Love, The Salameh Family
Dear Rosemarie, Russell, Celine & Ethan
When your heart ❤️ is empty, filling it with happy memories can help you find your smile
In grief
Maria de Lourdes & Herbert
May your Dad’s soul rest in peace, Russel and Celine. Join you in prayerful support at this time
Colman was one of a kind and my best friend for 77 years! We spent countless memorable times together and he will be sadly missed. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather; true gentleman; trustworthy friend; oracle of intelligence; ultimate host, and, the list goes on…
Sincere condolences to Rosemarie, Russell and family.
Colman, you will be missed tremendously…rest in peace dear friend until we meet again!
Dear Rosemarie, Russell, Celine & Ethan,
We are so sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of the many Anniversary dinners over the years and can attest that Colman was indeed the life of many parties! We will raise a toast to Colman and a life well lived. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Faye & Dave xo
Our deepest condolences. May Colman rest in peace. Sending prayers.
Dear Rosemarie, Russ, Celine and Ethan,
We express our deepest sympathies for your loss. Colman was truly devoted to those he held in his heart. He was distinguished as a businessman and dearly loved. We are forever thankful for his incredible ability to bring joy and laughter to so many. I know my father is toasting him now. May sweet memories help heal the tender hearts he left behind.
We were very sorry to hear of Colmans passing. Our condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I have been lucky to have known Colman for many years, ever since we first met in school back in 1949
Through all these years, I have known Colman and his family and siblings during our school and college years in Karachi. We continued our friendship after meeting again several years later in Canada.
Colman was a wonderful guy in all departments. Rather conservative, humble, low key, very clever ,knowledgeable, and wise. Best of all, he had an unmatched sense of humour. When things were getting a bit dull and boring at a party, he would suddenly rise to the occasion and keep us all in splits of laughter no end. He was always the most popular and most likeable man of the show.
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Rosemarie, Russell, Celine and lovely son Ethan, and families, during this sad time
Colman will always be remembered as a good man, down to earth friend and man of faith.
May his soul rest in peace
Goodbye Colman, till we meet again.
Our deepest sympathies to you Rosemarie and Russel and family at the sad loss of Colman. You can be rest assured that he has gone to well deserved rest with no more suffering.We will keep in our prayers and also for you and the family during this very difficult time.Love and God Bless Jenny and Arthur
Dearest Auntie Rosemarie, Russ , Celine and Ethan, we are so sorry for the loss of uncle Colman. I hope the sadness you feel now will be taken over by the memories you have created. Love you all .
Rosemarie, Russ and Ethan, so sad to lose the last of the de Souza clan.
I am so grateful for his mentoring my husband Eden and Alwyn the youngest brother when we arrived in Canada. Colman was well read, well up on current events, yet loved dancing and parties.. he idolized wife Rosemarie, son and daughter in law Celine and only grandson Ethan. Loved to FaceTime with him.. Rest In Peace , Colman.
Dearest Rosemarie, Russ, Celine and Ethan,
Our hearts ache for you. Colman is at peace but this does not make it easier to bare. May he Rest In Peace. God be with you during this very sad time
An obituary that covers exactly who Colman was, a gentleman and a scholar with a sharp wit to boot. He was a classmate of mine at St. Patrick’s in Karachi and after going our separate ways met him and Rosemarie many years later in Markham where we all chose to live. He will be missed but we thank the time shared with this humble soul and the final call he made wishing us a happy Easter. You will always be a happy memory in our lives Colman. Our sincerest condolences Rosemarie to you, Russ and your family.
Colman will always be in our thoughts and prayers .
May God give strength to the family during this difficult time .
Love
Sheila , Jeffery and Family
Dear Rosemarie, Russ, Celine and Ethan.
We will always remember Colman for his quick wit, sense of humor, kindness and intelligence. We will keep you all in our prayers during this incredibly sad time.
Colman, you will be missed by all who knew and loved you. Rest In Peace.
Love
Karen & Ken Wilshe
Coleman, a gent with gusto,
A dear friend we’re blessed to know,
He brightened our lives,
With his spirit and jive,
Enlightened our souls
With his wit of gold.
Be always in our memories and pics,
As the heart of the Sarasota Six.
Thanks for the Love and Laughter, Chris +Chris
Rosemarie and Family. I am so very sorry to hear of Coleman’s passing. I remember him well from our school years as Claudette was my best friend then. Thereafter our lives went in different directions. It is so tragic to learn from my cousin, Alan Falcao, of the entire loss of the siblings. May he Rest In Peace and May God give you the needed Strength to move forward.
Thanks Janet. I know Colman spoke fondly of you in fact like all the boys I think he had a crush on you!!! Yes it is sad that Alwyn passed on March 16 Claudette on May 3 2020 and Colman on April 13 2021. Appreciate the message. Love Rosemarie