Nov 20, 2016: Just learned of his passing.I offer my condolences. We attended Sonar school in Key West at the same time and remained friends for years afterward.

- Jim Bibb, Santa Cruz, Bolivia, SC

On behalf of my wife and I, our condolences to the death of Mr. Colson. We met him briefly through my mother-in-law as a client. He was such very nice person and with a great sense of humor. Our prayers are with you all in these times of sorrow; God Bless you.

- Rev. and Mrs. Kenneth R. Jenkins, Savannah, Georgia

Diane and Doug, Please know how much your presence in our family has meant to Fran, Dave, and me. Chris' love for Fran and his concern, care, and support helped me deal with her loss and I know she and Cathy will be keeping him company in the great beyond. Blessings, comfort, and love to you as you deal with his sudden departure from this world. He made us proud to know him.

- Jill Frazier, Austin, TX

Diane and Family: If I picked one word to describe Chris it would be in the Yinglish (combo of Yiddush and English) language, "Mensch!" It is very hard to convey in words the special meaning of being defined in this way, but it reflects a very special person of respect, dignity and noble character. I worked with Chris at Georgia Legal Services and heard much about his work with the Savannah Justice Law Center. In fact, I was recently at a meeting in which we were discussing how to help an individual and someone said to call Chris Colson! When I think of him, I will remember his smile, kindness and patience. My thoughts are with you for peace and comfort.

- Pam Lipsitz, Savannah, GA

Chris worked tirelessly for the homeless and was an active member of our Board of Directors for CSAH, chairing the Providers Committee and actively serving on the Executive Committee. I will miss his commitment and wisdom. My deepest sympathy for Diane and her family.

- Nicholas Pecone, Savannah, GA

To Diane and the Colson Family: I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

- Michelle Ford, Atlanta, GA

My deepest condolences on the passing of wonderful and always pleasant gentleman. I have only had a few exchanges with Mr. Colson in our work environment; but those few will be remembered due to his kindness and aura. Thank you for allowing me to express my joy of having to have known him.

- Tamara Bennett-Thompson, Savannah, GA

Chris was a great friend and supporter of our NAMI Savannah Affiliate and a personal friend of mine and our Board on which he served. He was a long time teacher in our Crisis (CIT Program) classes to law enforcement and was much respected. We will all miss his presence and intelligence. John Richards, President NAMI Savannah, Inc.

- John Richards, Townsend, GA

Diane and family. It has been may years since we last saw Chris and I was sorry to hear of Chris's passing. He maintained contact with Katherine his aunt in Twin Falls and my Sister Carol. From what I have read he was a very loving and giving person. Sorry for your loss. Cousin Dave Hoover.

- Dave Hoover, Thornton, Co.

Chris was among the nicest and most helpful lawyers to clients I referred him over the years and to me on many occasions when questions came up in my practice relative to areas in which he was a frequent practitioner. May God's grace be always with you, Chris!!!

- Christian J. Steinmetz III, Savannah, GA

To the entire Colson family I give my heartfelt prayers and condolences. Chris will always be remembered in my heart as a person who truly cared about the well-being of others, especially those less fortunate. He exemplifies what being a lawyer is all about. He is honest and fair. He was good to me. I will miss him dearly.

- Francesca A. Rehal, Savannah, Georgia

We are so sorry for the loss of Chris. Such a kind and good person. Our thoughts and prayers are with Diane and Doug.

- Jim and Mary Ashby, Savannah, Ga

My heart goes out to Diane, Doug and all of her family and his. Diane is a wonderful woman and Chris was a great guy so they were made for each other. She has all the love of the Gerow Family.

- Deanna, Ben, Michael, Daniel, Carson and Shemar, Guyton, GA

Dear Diane, So sorry to hear, I remember you telling me at the reunion about the good work you and Chris were doing with the homeless. Looking forward to seeing you this summer, many hugs.

- Elizabeth Cecelski, Chapel Hill, NC

I am so sad to hear of Chris's passing. He will be greatly missed by our community.

- Heidi Krapf, Savannah, Ga

Diane and Doug, We are sorry to hear this sad news. Chris will be missed by many. His good works for this community will not be forgotten. Helen and Jay Bradley

- Helen Bradley, Savannah, Ga

Diane, David and I want you and your family to know how sorry we are to hear about Chris' death. We send all of you our thoughts and prayers.

- Rosemary and David Morgan, Sevierville, TN

Nov 20, 2016: Just learned of his passing.I offer my condolences. We attended Sonar school in Key West at the same time and remained friends for years afterward.

- Jim Bibb, Santa Cruz, Bolivia, SC

On behalf of my wife and I, our condolences to the death of Mr. Colson. We met him briefly through my mother-in-law as a client. He was such very nice person and with a great sense of humor. Our prayers are with you all in these times of sorrow; God Bless you.

- Rev. and Mrs. Kenneth R. Jenkins, Savannah, Georgia

Diane and Doug, Please know how much your presence in our family has meant to Fran, Dave, and me. Chris' love for Fran and his concern, care, and support helped me deal with her loss and I know she and Cathy will be keeping him company in the great beyond. Blessings, comfort, and love to you as you deal with his sudden departure from this world. He made us proud to know him.

- Jill Frazier, Austin, TX

Diane and Family: If I picked one word to describe Chris it would be in the Yinglish (combo of Yiddush and English) language, "Mensch!" It is very hard to convey in words the special meaning of being defined in this way, but it reflects a very special person of respect, dignity and noble character. I worked with Chris at Georgia Legal Services and heard much about his work with the Savannah Justice Law Center. In fact, I was recently at a meeting in which we were discussing how to help an individual and someone said to call Chris Colson! When I think of him, I will remember his smile, kindness and patience. My thoughts are with you for peace and comfort.

- Pam Lipsitz, Savannah, GA

Chris worked tirelessly for the homeless and was an active member of our Board of Directors for CSAH, chairing the Providers Committee and actively serving on the Executive Committee. I will miss his commitment and wisdom. My deepest sympathy for Diane and her family.

- Nicholas Pecone, Savannah, GA

To Diane and the Colson Family: I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

- Michelle Ford, Atlanta, GA

My deepest condolences on the passing of wonderful and always pleasant gentleman. I have only had a few exchanges with Mr. Colson in our work environment; but those few will be remembered due to his kindness and aura. Thank you for allowing me to express my joy of having to have known him.

- Tamara Bennett-Thompson, Savannah, GA

Chris was a great friend and supporter of our NAMI Savannah Affiliate and a personal friend of mine and our Board on which he served. He was a long time teacher in our Crisis (CIT Program) classes to law enforcement and was much respected. We will all miss his presence and intelligence. John Richards, President NAMI Savannah, Inc.

- John Richards, Townsend, GA

Diane and family. It has been may years since we last saw Chris and I was sorry to hear of Chris's passing. He maintained contact with Katherine his aunt in Twin Falls and my Sister Carol. From what I have read he was a very loving and giving person. Sorry for your loss. Cousin Dave Hoover.

- Dave Hoover, Thornton, Co.

Chris was among the nicest and most helpful lawyers to clients I referred him over the years and to me on many occasions when questions came up in my practice relative to areas in which he was a frequent practitioner. May God's grace be always with you, Chris!!!

- Christian J. Steinmetz III, Savannah, GA

To the entire Colson family I give my heartfelt prayers and condolences. Chris will always be remembered in my heart as a person who truly cared about the well-being of others, especially those less fortunate. He exemplifies what being a lawyer is all about. He is honest and fair. He was good to me. I will miss him dearly.

- Francesca A. Rehal, Savannah, Georgia

We are so sorry for the loss of Chris. Such a kind and good person. Our thoughts and prayers are with Diane and Doug.

- Jim and Mary Ashby, Savannah, Ga

My heart goes out to Diane, Doug and all of her family and his. Diane is a wonderful woman and Chris was a great guy so they were made for each other. She has all the love of the Gerow Family.

- Deanna, Ben, Michael, Daniel, Carson and Shemar, Guyton, GA

Dear Diane, So sorry to hear, I remember you telling me at the reunion about the good work you and Chris were doing with the homeless. Looking forward to seeing you this summer, many hugs.

- Elizabeth Cecelski, Chapel Hill, NC

I am so sad to hear of Chris's passing. He will be greatly missed by our community.

- Heidi Krapf, Savannah, Ga

Diane and Doug, We are sorry to hear this sad news. Chris will be missed by many. His good works for this community will not be forgotten. Helen and Jay Bradley

- Helen Bradley, Savannah, Ga

Diane, David and I want you and your family to know how sorry we are to hear about Chris' death. We send all of you our thoughts and prayers.

- Rosemary and David Morgan, Sevierville, TN