Colin “Stewart” Cockshutt
August 1, 1929 – December 9, 2021
Passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his wife and the people who loved him. Survived by his wife of 50 years Heide, his sisters Doreen, Sally and Jackie and his children James, Mark (deceased), Cathy, Nikki, Susie and his dog Cooper. Stew loved his children and stated “they created some anxious moments but it was all worth it”. Stew was also loved by his grandchildren, great grandchildren and many friends.
In 1949 Stew joined his father at Cockshutt Greenhouses to later become owner, he took great pride in “growing the best flowers in all of Canada”. He then got into the horse racing business, co-owning Carman Hie Stable Inc. Stew and Carman became the best of friends. Stew loved his horses, going hunting and fishing, playing Burlington Oldtimers hockey and being a member at the Burlington Golf and Country Club. One of his biggest highlights was being inducted into the Oldtimers Hockey Hall of Fame at the age of 88. One of Stew’s favourite memories was his trips fishing to the Northwest Territories with Gary Rich.
Stew was a man who had a great deal of pride. In 1994 Stew and Heide bought the farm in Rockwood which was his lifelong dream and biggest joy. Stew left us with one last wish, he said “I want everyone to get along with each other, to remember the man I was and for everyone to be happy”.
A Memorial Gathering to celebrate Stewart’s Life will be held at SMITH’S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line (one stop light north of QEW), BURLINGTON (905-632-3333) on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 from 4-8 p.m. There are no capacity restrictions for the Visitation or Service, however proof of full vaccination is required to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations made to a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Colin Stewart Cockshutt Thursday December 9th 2021..
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Heidi and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you Heidi. Stu was a wonderful man.
Lynn (Sandy’s sister) Love you honey
So sorry to hear of Stew’s passing. Our condolences to all the family.
Sincerely, Bill & Sandra Graham
Reflecting on over 50 years of friendship, Stew will be missed by many. A man who lived his dream.
We’ve truly lost a great man. Stew will be greatly missed by us. Sending love Heide to you and your family.
I am so very sorry for your familys loss . Some of my best childhood memories involved uncle Stew . I will never forget you and will always be grateful that i knew you . I hope your in heaven with Al having a rum and catching up.
with all my love
Kert Lavigne
Dearest Heide
I was looking for your number because I had a notion to call to say hello, and I stumbled upon this obituary during the search for your contact information.
I am shocked at what I have found here. It saddened me to see this on the very first day of 2022, but more so, it broke my heart to hear that you’ve been suffering the pain of departure from your best friend and husband over a half century.
Heidi, my thoughts are most obviously with you, and I feel like something much bigger directed this communication today.
May the New year present itself with fond memories, and new beginnings bringing warmth to your heart, and smiles to your face.
Rest easy my heart, and may you find solace in the stillness of just “being”, and in the comfort of all your finest memories.
With much love, 💕
Paula Weadick-Andrews