An amazing send off to a most remarkable man. Wonderful memories of our Moudre days. Sending our heartfelt sympathy to Janice and family.
Janis and Darryl McCluskey
Janis McCluskey November 8, 2024 An amazing send off to a most remarkable man. Wonderful memories of our Moudre days. Sending our heartfelt sympathy to Janice and family.
Janis and Darryl McCluskey
Janis McCluskey November 8, 2024 That day putting in the winning bid for Col for The Union is high on the list of stories Ian likes recount. We were all so deeply shocked and saddened at the news of his passing. But we have also enjoyed sharing all the old stories and memories.
Our deepest condolences to all of Col’s family, friends and colleagues.
With love and in mateship,
Ian and Cheryal Wilson
Anna Wilson
Port Macquarie NSW
Anna Wilson November 8, 2024 Deepest sympathy to the McKenna family . What an inspirational man colin was and will always be . I wish we had more time together but know all our memories we shared will live on . Sending our condolences to the Warrnambool team at midfield RIP legend ,boss and mate .
Jason Modra November 8, 2024 Condolences to Janice and all McKenna family on the tragic loss of Colin. Being associated with Colin and Midfield for over 40plus years, we have had and will always have deepest respect for Colin as a business man and a man of the community.
WL and AG Pearson and son.
Allan,Glenda,Bill,Thelma,Richard and Leanne Pearson. Xxx
Leanne Pearson November 8, 2024 Condolences to the McKenna family, thinking of you all, I hope the memories of Colin help you through this sad time, Colin was a great mentor to my son and he will be greatly missed. G. Warrick
Glenda November 8, 2024 Condolences to the McKenna family
Colin was a true gentleman at one of the best operators in the meat industry
From
Eric Williams
Eric Williams November 8, 2024 Colin was a kind and humble man who gave many people many great opportunities. A true leader, brilliant mentor and a well respected industry expert. Colin has left behind a truly inspirational legacy which he worked hard to build which will continue through your amazing family.
Deepest condolences to Janice, Kristy, Dean, Brett, Stacey and families, our thoughts are with your all today and throughout this sad time.
Rebecca Kelson & Ricky Keane November 8, 2024 Deepest sympathy to Janice & family on the passing of Colin. An amazing man who would go out of his way to help and support anyone. With the kindest heart, dad loved working for you and with you for those 52 years, rest in peace Colin xo
Hannah & Jenny Garner November 7, 2024 Deepest sympathy to all McKenna Family and friends. Colin, son of neighbours Ben and Rose, many years have passed by, but a lad who chose occasionally to miss classes to purchase live chickens from “Brown’s market, then phone dearest Rose to “Please pick me up after school, I can’t bring then home on the school bus” An early start to his brilliant and respected vocation in the meat trade. A life well lived. Marlene, Ian{dec’d} and sons Paul and Andrew Hay.
Marlene HAY November 7, 2024 Thoughts and condolences to all the family, friends and colleagues of Colin McKenna. Such an influential character when I was young, a solid man, loyal and supportive to those around him, my old man knew this to be so. Thank you Col.
Brad Williams November 7, 2024 Colin McKenna
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Colin.
A lifelong friend and respected employer of Noel for 25 years.
We express our sincerest sympathy to Janice, Kristy, Dean, Brett, Stacey and their extended families.
May Colin rest in peace.
Noel and Judith Kelson.
Noel Kelson November 7, 2024 Deepest sympathy to Janice and all the McKenna family on the sudden passing of Colin. I was grateful to work for such a hard but fair man, his generosity to the wider community will never be forgotten. RIP Colin
Brendan McMahon November 7, 2024 Such a loss for all who knew Colin. Many unknown contributions to those in need, that no one knew about. God bless and love to all family members.He spoke to anyone and singled me out for a one to one tour of inside the Union which he was so proud of. Di and Max Taylor
Max & Di Taylor November 6, 2024 A wide-eyed 17-year-old, scared as hell, entering the gates of Midfields at dawn. Nerves hitting me every fiber of me, wanting to run. Then came that gravely booming voice, a mix of intimidation and warmth, “J, you’ll be in 180 today.” My first shift done and dusted, and the start of countless memories with a man who could command a room with a single word or a hearty laugh.
the beginning of a journey that would shape my future, thanks to his enduring influence.
Colin you’ve had a massive hand in shaping who I am today,thank you for the laughs the memories and the advice.
Its time to hang your hat up now mate your shift is done.
Sincere condolences to the McKenna family as well as the midfield family too.
J November 6, 2024 “TO LIVE
TO LOVE
TO LEARN
TO LEAVE A LEGACY”
Condolences to the McKenna family.
His word was his bond.
He’ll be missed.
Joe Siegel
Maverick Biosciences.Dubbo
Joe Siegel November 6, 2024 Deepest sympathy to Dean and Sharnie and the rest of the family at this tough time. May you continue to feel the love and support from the many communities Colin supported and touched in his remarkable life.
Mandy Smart November 6, 2024 Colin generously responded to my request to assist The Sisters of The Good Samaritan with their mission to be Good Samaritans to the poor in Australia, Japan, Timor Leste, The Philippines and Kiribati. Colin’s gift has always been in their prayers and at this unexpected time Colin, Janice, and their grieving families, are being prayed for from the above corners of our world. With the Sisters, and their neighbors, I am eternally grateful. The Timor Leste Community, workers at Midfield, are indebted for the opportunity Colin and his Company are giving them and their families.
Father Lawrence O'Toole November 5, 2024 Tough as an old fencepost, in business. Utterly reliable. Would never leave you stuck in wire. Those eyes, looking out from under those bushy eyebrows, sizing you up! Prize fought the whole world and won a fair few. A mentor, by example, leaving a bloody big gap. A real privilege to have known Colin McKenna.
Edward Meysztowicz November 5, 2024 Deepest sympathy to you Janice & family for the sad loss of Colin. We had the privilege of being partners with Colin in The Fuzz we will always remember those times & we look out for his colours on raceday and follow his horses. Special mention to Another Wil very special that he could see him run.
Thinking of you & family.
Phil & Jackie Rogers NZ
Jackie Rogers November 4, 2024 Dearest Janice.. my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family with your loss of Colin.
I may have only met him a few times but through what he has achieved I feel I know him well. What an incredible, generous, inspirational human that brings true meaning to “only the good die young!”
Sending all my love to you 💙
Lyn Beard November 4, 2024 Colin’s death is truly a loss for our entire region. He always made time to stop and chat and he did so much for so many in our community. He will always be remembered. Our thoughts are with Janice and the entire family.
Karrinjeet Singh-Mahil and Brian Schuler November 4, 2024 Deepest sympathy to the McKenna Family.
John Franc and family.
John & Pauline Franc November 4, 2024 Our deepest condolences to the Mc Kenna family. Your help to the Warrnambool community will always be remembered.
You’re gone but will never be
forgotten. Rest in Peace 🙏💐
From, Harrington Family
Monet Harrington November 2, 2024 Deepest sympathy to the McKenna family
Thinking of you all.
Don & Lila Smith
Don Smith November 2, 2024 Our thoughts are with all the McKenna family on the sad loss of Colin. He will be sadly missed in the community with his generosity and vision
Barry Andrea Smith & family
Mepunga East
ANDREA SMITH November 1, 2024 Deepest sympathy McKenna family great community man deeply missed
Ray and Anne-maree mcdonald and family November 1, 2024 Condolences to the McKenna family on the passing of Colin. For many years the Warrnambool community soup kitchen has benefited from the generosity of Colin who provided us monthly with food to serve to our diners. He will be greatly missed by our organisation and so many others he helped.
Lyn chambers October 31, 2024 My Dad Peter worked with Colin throughout the 80s and 90s as a sheep and lamb buyer for Midfield. I had the pleasure of meeting Colin at the Union Station Hotel for the fundraiser this year. He remembered my Dad fondly and said “my God that was a lifetime ago”. Dad had much respect for Colin. My condolences to Janice and Family. David McAllister
David McAllister October 31, 2024 To Janice and the McKenna family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Colin was my cousin and the support he gave us was typical of the thoughtful and generous man that he was. Gone too soon, may he rest in peace.
Les Gleeson and family October 31, 2024 Deepest sympathy to all the McKenna family. Sending our condolences to family & work staff.
Rentsch's Organics October 31, 2024 Sincere condolences Janice and family on the recent loss of Colin. Our thoughts and collective prayers are with you at this sad time.
Br Clery's CBC W'Bool Crew October 31, 2024 Deepest Sympathy Janice and all the McKenna family. Colin was a neighbour, friend and a very caring good person. May he rest in peace, Peter, Helen Smith and our family.
Helen Smith October 31, 2024 I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Col! To my gorgeous friend Kristy you are in my thoughts. Janice, Dean, Stace, and Brett I am thinking of you all. He was such a great family and community man! So many memories to share about his legacy which will live on forever 🙏🏼💛
Kim Wilson October 30, 2024 Deepest sympathy to all the Mckenna family. One of a kind it was a privilege to have known and worked for such an inspirational man. Peter and Wendy Delaney .
Peter Delaney October 30, 2024 Sending love and light to all the family on the loss of Colin taken to soon,your amazing generosity and kindness to all will forever live on in your memory.
Miss Veljovic October 30, 2024 Very sad news
Condolences to family and friends
Doug Gordon October 30, 2024 Warrnambool & District Community Hospice offer our deepest condolences to the family of Colin McKenna. We are grateful for his long-term support of Hospice and the incredible legacy he leaves behind.
Warrnambool & District Community Hospice October 30, 2024 All my. Condolence. To. The. Mc Kenna. Family Robert smith
Robert smith October 30, 2024 A loyal & treasured family friend for many years. Thank you Colin for everything you did for us it will never be forgotten. Enjoy those reds with dad up in heaven
Deepest Sympathies to Neicey, Kristy , Dean , Brett , Stacey , Lisa , Alex & families
Love Nick,Carly, Hayley, Ash, Finn, Hugh, Ava & Ollie
Nick October 30, 2024 Colin mckenna a true champion of the community a legend deepest thoughts for Janice and mckenna family and to all of colin’s and Janice’s extended family
and friendships rest peacefully colin
Mike w October 30, 2024 Deepest sympathy to the McKenna family. Often saw Col at the racetrack and always be happy to stop for a quick chat. Thinking of you all.
Alastair October 30, 2024 I feel so privileged to have worked for such a remarkable man. Colin has touched so many people in so many ways. His legacy will live on through our fond memories of his attitude, work ethic and openness to help others. May he rest in peace free from pain.
Deepest condolences to Janice, Stacey, Dean, Brett and all extended family. Thinking of you all xx
Jodie and Vin Mackrell October 29, 2024 Deepest sympathy to the McKenna family. X
Met Colin through my step father Abe McGinness (cousin of Colin) in the old Cally days.
A legend, Warrnambools a better place for his
generosity,hard work , and vision. RIP Colin “GONE TO SOON “
Michele Everall October 29, 2024 Colin was one of the early supporters of the Warrnambool & District Community Hospice. His ongoing generosity has been instrumental in the establishment of the Hospice in the Home program. His death is a sad loss to so many. Our thoughts are with Janice and the family.
Dr Eric Fairbank October 29, 2024 Deepest sympathy to all the McKenna family.Wow what a legacy he has left behind,Colin was a true inspirational person ,his generosity to all the Warrnambool community will never be forgotten.R.I.P Colin
Jennie Nicholls October 29, 2024 My thoughts and prayers are with the mckenna family at this sad time sending my condolences to all
Joshua October 29, 2024
