He was born February 21, 1968 in Belleville, IL to Larry and Wendy (Howard Kershaw) Kricensky.
Colin worked as the Vice President of Contracts at Mers Goodwill in St. Louis for 14 years. He often traveled to his favorite place, New Orleans, Louisiana. He enjoyed all the city had to offer and he cherished all memories he created there.
Colin always had a smile on his face, a positive outlook on life and lived every day the fullest. He had an unexplained exuberance about him that could quite literally light up a room. His beaming smile, his sense of humor and his zest for life were unmatched. Colin embraced and celebrated diversity in people from all walks of life. He was a true best friend to many. His unlimited creativity left a mark on the world, whether it be with his decorating talents, cooking, painting, or remodeling projects. His sincere passion for life, people and animals will never be forgotten; his legacy will live on forever.
He is survived by his parents, Larry and Wendy (Howard Kershaw) Kricensky of Fairview Heights, IL; sister, Kelly (Kerry) Saunders of Swansea, IL; his beloved pug, Vivian; aunt Joan Gettys of Belleville, IL, uncle Tom (Lesley) Kershaw of England; cousins, Jonathan (Jan) Gettys of Belleville, IL, Jennifer Whinery of St. Louis, MO, her children, Brandon (Lauren) Eichholz, Ryan Eichholz, Cameron Whinery, and Emily Whinery, all of St. Louis, MO; Julie Gettys of Belleville, IL, her daughter, Joanalynn Gettys; Shaun Good of England, and Laura (Josh) O’Reilly of England.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Stephen and Rachel Vilcheck; maternal grandfather, Thomas Kershaw; paternal grandparents, Emil and Mildred Kricensky; and aunt, Beryl Good.
Memorial donations may be made to the Belleville Area Humane Society or to Four Hearts Foundation, Inc.
Additional condolences may be left to the family at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com.
VISITATION: A visitation for Colin will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM at Lake View Funeral Home, 5000 N Illinois St. Fairview Heights, IL.
SERVICE: A private service will be held following the visitation at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL. Interment will follow at Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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