Born July 9th, 1956,
passed away peacefully at
Nanaimo Regional Hospital
on February 19th, at the
age of 58. Predeceased
by his parents Oliver and
Bertha Irene McKenzie, Kevin is survived Kim, his loving
wife of 37 years along with daughter Michell Colyn
(Dave), son Dale McKenzie and grandson Dane Oliver
Colyn whom he loved and adored. Kevin is also survived
by four sisters; Lois Gast (Art), Muriel Francoeur (Andy),
Darlene Gold (Gordon), and Heather Nielsen (George)
and their families. Kevin also leaves behind his extended
family, the Sawyers, Dolores and Warren Joslin, as well as
many close friends and his church family at Alberni Valley
Christian Reformed Church, all whom he loved very much.
Kevin was born in Chilliwack, B.C. and moved with
his family to Port Albemi at the age of 2. He attended
school in the valley and began his working career in the
forest industry. Newly married, Kevin and Kim moved to
Ucluelet where he worked as a skipper on the Canadian
Princess charter boats for a number of years. Missing the
valley they moved back to raise a family and Kevin once
again began work in the forest industry. Unfortunately,
at a much too young age, Kevin was forced into early
retirement due to many health issues.
Although he suffered many complications with his
health, Kevin had an unwavering faith in God. He was a
one of a kind man, a true joy to any and everyone who
knew him. He touched the lives of many and will forever
be missed by all. Finally at peace, his heavenly Father has
called him home. Put the coffee on!
A service of remembrance and tea will be held on
Saturday, February 28,2015 at Echo Centre from 1-4
pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate
to the Vancouver Island Kidney Patient Association or
to a charity of your choice.