Colin Saunders Dahlquist

passed away on Friday, March 28, 2014. He was born on February 27, 1991 in Seattle, Washington. Colin was 23 years of age.Colin was a beloved son, brother, and friend to many. His fidelity to his friends was the hallmark of his character. He was a gentle soul, and was naturally drawn to the non-judgmental nature of animals. One was likely to find Colin fishing, camping, skating or gathering with friends at a summer festival. He loved to learn and cultivated an outspoken sense of justice in the world.Colin is survived by his mother Donna M Dahlquist of Bainbridge Island, WA and his father James B Dahlquist of Seattle, WA, also his brothers Chadwick L and Gerrit W Dahlquist both of Seattle, WA, grandparents; Deanna K Devitt of Bainbridge Island, WA, William E Blanger of Bremerton, WA, James H Dahlquist of Poulsbo, WA, Mary E Dahlquist of Poulsbo, WA, also his uncle and aunts; Stephen Chad Dahlquist of Scottsdale, Arizona, Russell L Pickering of Bremerton, WA, William Dale Blanger of Poulsbo, WA, David R. Blanger of Poulsbo, WA and Diane Rochelle Gates of Spokane, WA. Colin also leaves behind many loving cousins and many many friends.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visitation on Friday, April 11, 2014 at Bethany Lutheran Church on Bainbridge Island at 11 :00 AM. The funeral service will begin at 12 noon and a reception will follow at the church hall. Private burial will take place at Poulsbo city Cemetery Memorial contributions can be made to the Kitsap County Humane Society in Silverdale, WA or Helpline House on Bainbridge Island. Please sign the online Guest Book for the family.Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home.