Our hearts are so full of sorrow at the loss of this wonderful man. He was the love of our daughter's life, and it was very clear to us why. We too, loved (and love) him from the beginning. He felt like family from the start. His easy way, his gentle nature, his laugh, and so many more things endeared him to us right away.
We want to share our deepest condolences with you, Melanie, all of his wonderful brothers and sisters, and extended family, and our our dear, dear daughter, Michelle.
We grieve with all of you, and cannot imagine life without him. We are better for having had him as our (future) son-in-law.
May Heavenly Father bless all of you with His peace and the strength and faith to carry on.
We will always love you, Colby! You were (like) a son to us, and you will never be out of our thoughts and prayers. You are a special son of God! Rest in peace, sweetheart.
With all our love,
Art and Charlotte Van Tielen.