Colin ‘Collie’ McInnis
1935-2021
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of
Colin “Collie” Alexander McInnis of Trenton, NS on
October 13th, 2021.
Collie was born at the Aberdeen Hospital to John and Ann
(MacLean) McInnis on May 19, 1935. He was raised in Trenton
where he met and married the love of his life of 62 years, Norma
(Wilson) McInnis, on May 9th, 1959.
As did most young people of that generation, he moved to
Toronto with his wife and two children, Dorothy and Roddy, in search
of work. He worked as a mechanic from 1962-1969.
During this time they welcomed two more children, Colleen and John,
before returning to Nova Scotia.
He spent the remainder of his career as a welder with Trenton
Works.
Like most of the McInnis family, Collie was musically
talented. He was a self-taught guitar player, singer,
yodeler and dancer and was always the life of the party.
Collie revelled in the opportunity to entertain and surprise people
with his unusual attire (especially his hats).
As well as music, he had a passion for wildlife programs,
western movies and comedies.
One of the greatest joys of his life was being a grandfather.
He was always interested in and proud of all of his
grandchildren’s accomplishments.
Collie and Norma created many happy memories with family and
friends at their cottage in Middle Country Harbour. The love of the
area prompted them to buy land and build their retirement home in
Stormont. They were always appreciative to have family and friends
visit and would always give a genuine “Thanks for
coming” when company left.
Collie was a man who always took care of his
family. He was the type of man who would give the shirt off
his back for anyone in need.
Collie was a strong, proud and good man. He is
loved and will be missed by many.
Collie is survived by his children: Dorothy (Diane) Kelowna,
BC; Roddy (Wendy) Trenton, NS; Colleen (David), Trenton, NS; and John
(Denise) Trenton, NS; his grandchildren: Edison, Toronto; Colin
(Robyn), St. John’s , NL; Sean, Trenton, NS; and Kelsey
(Greg), Halifax, NS; his brother, Sylvester “Bet”
(Marnie); his sisters: Renie and Mildred “Mid”; his
sister-in-law, Collette; and many nieces and nephews.
He was recently predeceased in June by his wife,
Norma. As well as his parents, he was predeceased by his
brothers Neil, Douglas, Donnie, Peter; his sisters Hilda, Dorothy
“Dot”, Mary “Mammie”, Eunice and
Jessie.
A memorial service will be held at the R.H. Porter Funeral
Home Chapel, 55 Almont Ave., New Glasgow on Saturday, October
23rd at 11 am. The service will be livestreamed. As per
the NS COVID-19 restrictions, all attendees must wear a mask and show
proof of full vaccination and valid id. Burial will
follow at the Church Brook Cemetery, Little Harbour.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Arthritis Society,
SPCA or Hope for Wildlife.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Colin ‘Collie’ McInnis 19352021..
Death notice for the town of: Trenton, Province: Nova Scotia