Jeremy James Collisbird

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jerry Collisbird. He passed at North Shore Hospice with family by his side.

Jerry was born in Perth, Australia and was proud of his Australian heritage. He immigrated to Canada in 1957 with a scholarship to Queens University and ultimately graduated with his MSc in Mathematics at McGill. Once his formal studies were complete, Jerry headed west to Vancouver where he began a successful career as an actuary. He finished his career at Ecklers where he worked from 1982 until his retirement in the early 90’s.

Outside of work, Jerry was always an avid outdoorsman. He was a long-time member of the Outsetters, where he met many friends with the same interests. The group spent many weekends hiking, walking and on skiing trips. Jerry was telemark skiing well into his 60’s and racing up the Grouse Grind into his 70’s.

It was through the Outsetters that he met his best friend and partner Judy in 2003. They spent the last 20 years, touring, hiking, and cruising the world together. When not travelling, they could usually be found enjoying the local trails.

Jerry is survived by his partner Judy, his family in Australia, brother Tim (Jennifer), nephews David (Chris) and Jon (Bev) and their two children Sam and Josh, members of his North Vancouver family; Shannon (Cary), Dean (Meghan), Garrett, Kelsey, Quinn, Lachlan, Nolan and many friends. He will be missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. If you wish to make a donation in his name, please consider the Pacific Salmon Foundation or a charity of your choice.