WILLOUGHBY, Colin Edward - 1949 – 2022 With deep sadness, the Willoughby family announces Colin's passing on May 14, 2022, at St. Catharines General Hospital, at the age of 72.
Loving son to Edward and Joan Willoughby, and father to Caitlin and Maxwell Willoughby.
Colin's career as a social worker started at AIDS Niagara (Positive Living Niagara) in 1993 and spanned 23 years, until his retirement from Cason in 2016.
Born in England, and coming to Canada at the young age of 6, his family initially settled outside of Toronto.
He later moved to St. Catharines to attend Brock University, where he put down his roots. He majored in Classical Studies, with a specific interest in Philosophy, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1979.
Colin loved the outdoors, nature, animals and people. His dogs, Tessa and Storm, were two of the loves of his life.
Colin's compassion and desire to help and support those in need was demonstrated through his work, passions, actions and everyday conversations.
His children are forever grateful for his modelling and teaching of tolerance, inclusivity, cultural understanding, and respect for all living things. In his final years, it was clear how much he loved his mother.
Colin devoted his time and energy into his mom and ensuring that she continues to be well cared for.
Dad, we will miss you more than you know and will continue to honour you every day by living up to the core values you instilled in us. You will be with us every day. Love you dad, so much.
Arrangements with Morse & Son Funeral Home, Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Donations in memory of Colin may be made to any of the following organizations: Ontario Parks - https://www.ontarioparks.com/donate Start Me Up Niagara - https://www.startmeupniagara.ca/site/donate Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund - https://downiewenjack.ca/.