Laffin, Colin John - Age 78, of Upper Stewiacke, passed away peacefully April 6, 2026 in Cedarstone Enhanced Care, Truro surrounded by his family
Born in Upper Stewiacke, he was a son of the late Frank and Jean (Johnstone) Laffin.
Colin spent much of his life working as a dump truck operator for various local companies, a job he took great pride in. He later retired after 17 years with the Department of Transportation, where he worked as a snow plow and grader operator. Never one to stay idle for long, he returned to the road for a couple of summers as a dump truck operator with Mosher Limestone.
He will always be known for traveling the roads, always the scenic route, heading for Tim Hortons or looking for that next pack of gum. Colin loved going to car shows and enjoyed them even more with his best friend and brother, Ronald. Never missing the opportunity for trips to Tims with his friend, Pat Watt or accompanying his friend and neighbor, Clayton Carrol on drives to anywhere Clayton may have been going including Thursday’s trip to the Cattle Market.
He took great pride in his lawn—some might say it was less a yard and more a lifelong project—and he had a close relationship with his lawn mower, arguably one of his most reliable companions. Known for his kindness, quick sense of humor, easy laughter and perfectly kept lawn these will all leave a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Colin will forever be loved and missed by his daughters, Deanna (Raymond), Christa (Jamie) Higgins, Stephanie (Stephen); grandchildren, Jaclyn (Trent), Timothy, Chelsey (Nick), Cassidy (Christopher); great-grandchildren, Gavin, Charleigh, Alvera, Olivia and Angel; sisters, Francis Ellis, Heather (Ed) Beaulieu; brother, Ronald (Kathy) Laffin; sister-in-law, Joan Laffin; brother-in-law, Walter Ross; several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sister, Bonnie Ross; brother, Dan; brothers-in-laws, Alex Ellis and Garnet Dickie; nephews, Kerry Ellis and Robbie Ellis.
A special thanks to Pat and Beatrice Watt for their friendship over the years.
A special thanks goes out to the loving staff of Cedarstone Enhanced Care for their exceptional care for Colin over the past 4 years. Also, for the compassion and hospitality shown to all of the family in his last days.
Cremation has taken place. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no funeral service.
Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Society, Diabetes Canada, Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of choice.
In Colins exact words “I better get back to Gods country” (Upper Stewiacke).
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