Collon Brayce, N.D., (1947 - 2012) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

I found these quotes jotted down in his papers:

"Your next breath is the ecstatic culmination of your existence."

"Death is certain, life is not"

64 years old
Born on September 16, 1947 in Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Passed away on March 15, 2012 in Kahului, Hawaii, United States

Collon Brayce passed away on March 15, 2012 at home. Collon was born in 1947 in Arizona and grew up in California prior to moving to Hawai'i Island in 1979 and Maui in 1980. He was an accomplished Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncturist, fitness enthusiast, loved quality food and music, and was a teacher to many in all aspects of life. He had many long-term devoted patients who also called him friend. His colleagues admired his breadth of knowledge and continued quest to improve and excel as a doctor.

He is survived by his three children: Gavin (Alice) Brayce, Raadha (Adam) Brayce Jacobstein, and Malu (Leina) Brayce; and seven grandchildren: Taylor Raylene Brayce, Amaya Rayne Brayce, and soon to be Baby Girl Brayce; Elijah Kauakaniko'o Brayce Jacobstein and Jonah Kalikolehua Brayce Jacobstein; and Isaac Makana'okalani Kamaka Brayce and Nolan Kamakani Kamaka Brayce. The light in his eyes shone bright every time he was with them. He was the most wonderful father and grandfather, and we will miss him dearly...

A memorial service and celebration of life will be held on Sunday, June 3 at 1 pm at the Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center - 2841 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao, HI 96768. For information email gavin.brayce@gmail.com, raadhambj@gmail.com, or call 808-255-2796.

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September 25, 2023

Another birthday for our precious Collon. We were only 6 months apart. There have been many changes in our lives, and only one Collon. As much as I miss him, I am grateful for the many years of friendship, discovery and healing he brought to my life. Best of all were the times we just laughed together.

March 18, 2023

Collon has changed our lives on so many levels. He taught us how to take care of ourselves, and through his wisdom, love and friendship has made us better human beings. He is with us now and always will be. He visits me in dreams, and I feel him strongly in meditation. He is an angel who will never be forgotten, and I couldn't be more grateful for our many years of sharing. Sending out love to the family.

January 18, 2023

I miss Collon every day of my life damn it. That being said.... I'm getting older now but still pretty healthy thanks to his training. Some things came up. I was looking for an alternative medicine specialist who could diagnose. They all seem to want me to show up and tell them what's wrong and then they will give me treatment for a diagnosis someone else made. I got confused. Everyone has their opinion. Everyone has their specialty. I didn't know which way to go. I'm sitting on the edge of my bed saying "Collon I need you. Where are you. I need your help". Now I don't particularly believe in the afterlife or heaven or ghosts. Until I see evidence the case is not closed. But damn it if within 2 minutes of calling his name it became very clear to me I hate to use the word revelation but it was crystal clear one of the pathways was completely inappropriate and possibly dangerous. Something, someone guided me at that moment.

October 13, 2020

I am so glad that we are still able to be connected to Collon through these tributes and photos. Thank you for keeping this going. Collon has influenced my life in so many ways, and he will always be part of me. I will continue to feel blessed for his ongoing presence in my life. I send my love to the family.

September 17, 2020

So happy you maintain this post , I can have a little visit with Collen..Never forget you Collen,never have found anyone that can adjust my neck like you..Plus the scores of information you gave to me..

March 17, 2020

Remembering you, your ways, your search into inner truths.
I honor you for thatMay you whisper into the hearts of your beloveds.
Only Love

March 16, 2020

YEAH BUDDY,your touch and knowledge goes on forever,love you forever....Zoee

March 15, 2020

In all honesty, there is not a day that goes by without thoughts of Collon. His name comes up in conversations, he shows up in dreams, and the knowledge and love he shared with me is always cherished. He is part of my heart forever.

September 20, 2019

Another birthday for Collon, an angel in the company of other angels. He is forever missed and always loved.

March 19, 2019

Hard to believe it has been 7 years since my last visit to Collon, only days before he left us. He will always be one of the most important, dear and influential people in my life. So compassionate and selfless. A unique person who was and continues to be an inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to know him. He is with me always and my love and respect for him only grows stronger with time. God bless Collon and his family.

March 19, 2019

This month makes 7 years, yet It seems like only yesterday I was having one of our inspiring talks in his office during an acupuncture treatment. I think and often feel Collon regularly, and many of us continue to speak of him as if he were still with us. In so many ways he is, and will remain in our hearts forever. I hope that his humility doesn't prevent him from knowing how deeply loved and appreciated he was and still is.

March 15, 2019

Wow 7 years.. how time passes.. i t seems like yesterday since I saw you..i do see you in my dreams..never forgotten..
Such a talented creative person
miss you a lot Collon

October 1, 2018

Collon is always with us in our hearts and will NEVER be forgotten. His loving presence is a reminder of the exceptional person he was, is and will forever be. I don't think we will ever stop missing him. Sending love to his precious family.

September 23, 2017

I think of you every day and the love that you shared with all of us. Whenever I think That I have reached a place of making a decision I always ask myself "what would Collon say". I had my first acupuncture w/ someone new this month...It was certainly a strange experience and never compared to the times w/ Collon. In gratitude for your wise heart, happy birthday.

September 22, 2017

Another birthday remembrance for our beloved Collon. I can visualize him smiling, blue eyes twinkling, wearing his favorite purple shirt. He will never be forgotten, and is now part of me. There is no one who even comes close to giving the level of care and compassion he showed to all. God bless Collon!

September 16, 2017

It is hard to believe it has been 5 years since you passing..Many a days I think of you especially when traveling by your past office on market st.I have a lamp that I bought from you ? 15 years ago before you left the island, next to my bed that has dimmer switch.The wind knocked it over thought it was destroyed forever.Went out and bought another that I didn't like ended up bringing it back..Played with the switch and found it still worked..now have the table away from the window and wind and think of you every night when playing with the dimmer switch..Such a nice memory I have..Miss you brother..you light up my life for many years with your knowledge and skills.

March 21, 2017

Yes, I agree, no other ND comes close to Collon's knowledge, understanding, compassion, and generosity in Health care. He was a master of accumpuncture and a master of research in all areas of health and nutrition.

March 20, 2017

Hard to believe we have been without our dear Collon for 5 years. I now have other resources, but none even come close to the same compassion, love, knowledge and skill that Collon had. "Forever Missed" is an understatement. I am learning to cope with the loss, but doubt if I will ever get over it. He was and still is a blessing to us all.

March 15, 2017

I love Collon and I miss Collon's smile and wit.

March 15, 2017

Will always love and miss him dearly!!
He has such a beautiful soul!!

March 15, 2017

Just yesterday I told a client looking for a good acupuncturist about Collon and how I wished he were still around. Such is life and death

March 15, 2017

I continue to feel Collon and to speak about him with others, as we continue to share our deep loss and missing him as if it were only yesterday. There is no distance or time from my Heart to His Heart. He continues to make a meaningful impact on so many lives.

September 27, 2016

Thank you, Collon, for visiting me in my dreams. I always have been, and aways will be most grateful for your blessed presence in my life. I will miss you and love you for all my days.

September 16, 2016

The candle that forever flickers is in the heart of your family! You can see that we all continue, in the love, remembering you, and knowing you are always a part of us! I'm grateful for all the moments you arrive into our life. Walking to Wailea point with flowers the grandchildren gathered, to that ocean edge we're we offered you our hearts our love. We love you...and by the way, since you've got the upper view...please be that whisper of love and inspiration for all that goes on down here in this crazy earth dance!

May 5, 2016

Hard to believe it has been 4 years. It is as if Collon is still sitting at his desk on Market St. He will never be "gone" from my life. He lives on in my heart of hearts and in his children and grandchildren. He is not a person who can ever be forgotten.

March 18, 2016

Collon, your smiling eyes and listening heart will always be with us. Love to your family that you loved so much.
Love,
Rosemary

March 17, 2016

it's hard to believe Collon left his body 4 years ago..His love and knowledge carries on..love you dear brother..

September 29, 2015

If birthdays are celebrated in the spirit world, I hope that Collon had a big bash! I celebrate him everyday. He will always be remembered by the many who loved him.

September 17, 2015

It is difficult to believe that Collon has been gone since 2012 when his life is still fresh in my heart. I was asked to do a eulogy for Charles Gardner last week, and I spoke about the three of us sharing a home in Sand Hills together with Collon's small kids. That roomate experience was to be the foundation setting a deep bond for the three of us for the next 20 years. I have not met an ND as passionate and dedicated and knowledgable as Collon. I remember calling his office about a health matter we were discussing, and his son Malu answered the phone. I thought that was odd for his son to answer. Malu told me that Collon had died that morning. For the next periond of time I had spiritual unspoken messages from Collon. Collon lives on forever.

September 16, 2015

Oh time goes on and still miss Collon, never go by his old office on South Market street with out having feelings and thoughts wishing he was still there to drop in and have a visit with him. he was such a beautiful talented person giving so openly to all..miss you so dearly..

March 16, 2015

Life goes on, and life is very different without Collon physically with us. He is part of me forever and I am grateful for every moment we shared. He gave us so much and always with his whole heart. Many mahalos to Gavin for keeping forever missed going. Sending out aloha to the ohana.

September 24, 2014

I think of Collon every day with humble gratitude for the privilege of knowing him.I see his smile and his sparkling eyes.. So wise,so self contained , empathetic yet openly honest. I trusted him as my doctor and loved him as my friend.

September 18, 2014

It is hard to believe it has been two years! I continue to think and feel Collon as if it were yesterday. His name and energy comes up often in casual conversation with others. There is no ND like Collon. He set a very high bar and example of integrity for other NDs. I miss him so very much. I will never forget Collon, and he remains in my heart and soul.

September 17, 2014

Today I light a candle for Collon. I know that we are always connected and not even death can change that. He is with me always and visits me in dreams. Sending love to the ohana.

March 24, 2014

There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of Collon. He will forever be in my heart. My husband, Joe, and I send out our love to his children and grandchildren. We are honored with their presence in our lives and are happy to keep in touch.

March 15, 2014

Wow, it's been two years.... My quest of finding a new Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncturist finally came to an end a few weeks ago. When I told him I was a patient of Dr. Brayce, he looked at my eyes, nodded and said "I knew Collon very well". Right there and then I decided that he would be my doctor for years to come.

March 15, 2014

Two years has felt like an eternity, and yet sometimes it still feels like he never left.

March 15, 2014

I was just thinking of you last week. You helped me so much. Love to your children and grand children.

March 15, 2014

Timeless time! Seeing Collon's presence, as I look into our children, and their children, those little facial gestures( all 3 & 7 grandchildren), the way they plan their meals(Raadha), the sincerity & love with their children, the strength and will to be the single dad that Collon did so amazingly,(Malu), the hard working diligence, that persevered through the challenges(Gavin). They all have the self respect to make time for themselves! And give fully with great love to family and friends!
Collon's lives on in the hearts of the grandchildren, when Nolan still asks to go see grandpa Collon, when Makana says he really misses him...
Collon is remembered and loved! And we know he is a whisper away...
"Collon we love and appreciate all that you've been in our lives, and welcome what inspirations you have for us now...we welcome your whisper back..."

March 15, 2014

I relate to the previous comment. I too went with an ND whom knew Collon, thinking he would be my link to Collon. which in my heart he is. It is hard to believe that it has been 2 years, for I miss him as if it were only yesterday. Whenever I have a medical issue, I think to myself, "Collon would know what to do, and that I wish he were here with all of us whom miss him and benefited so greatly from his knowledge and expertise." He is never going to be replaced as there are no ND's like him anywhere.

September 21, 2013

I think of you often and miss you so very much Collon as you were such a bright shinning light of compassion and knowledge. I think your grandson Eli is correct you are the "master of the universe" now and forever as your presence is everywhere. it is another beautiful day in paradise and you are still cherished and missed beyond measure. Love and Light Star Brother, Blessings, Carmie

September 21, 2013

Time has slipped by since Collon's left us, and it seems like only yesterday. Collon was a master of acupuncture and to this day I have not found anyone whom can replace his skill. He also had a memory for detail like no one else. We still speak about Collon with deep appreciation.

September 20, 2013

I still miss Colon dearly. He was my best friend as I know he was to many others too. What a fantastic person he was. He was kind and compassionate to all his patient's and everyone he came in contact with. He meditated twice a day for 40 years. He had a brilliant mind and a memory like an elephant. He was a superb athlete. The good die young. I will always love and miss him.

March 16, 2013

Collon was the first Acupuncturist I had ever visited. I had 6 sessions with him and we (he) talked story endlessly to me, telling me about playing football in high school, being into Vegan foods early in his life and he recommended many Gluten free foods to me (first time I heard about Gluten) and to this day I still use the tooth paste he said was his favorite "Power Smile".

March 16, 2013

I will always remember and always miss Collon.

March 16, 2013

I think about Collon regularly, wondering what he would say or do, wanting to discuss something with him as we did for so many years. A couple of days after Collon died, I awoke from a sound sleep and heard his voice say "I will still guide you but in new and different ways." I continue asking and receiving from Collon; no one has yet been able to replace his knowledge and generosity.

March 16, 2013

I haven't forgotten how wonderful Collon is and how his ideas are alive in me.

March 16, 2013

I have been getting reminders that Collon's aniversary was near. Like thinking of him for no particular reason; his name coming up in conversation to bring awareness on what a great doctor and person he was and how he is missed; and at work I did a double take as I saw someone that looked just like him. I lit a candle in his memory grateful for the times he shone his light on our path.

September 17, 2012

Yesterday was my dad's birthday. Every year, my brothers and I had such a hard time remembering it, and would always call each other as a reminder. This year, none of us forgot, though we still called each other to remember together.

September 17, 2012

Happy Birthday Collon! I miss you very much! At least once a week you come up in a conversation with those of us whom miss and appreciate you. You continue to guide me. Often I hear myself say "this is what Collon recommended" or "this is what Collon said" with regards to health questions. Thank you for your continued guidance which so many of us feel.

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Quicksilver Palace residents 1972 - clockwise from top left - Franz Weaver, Bob Warren, Mary (Bronson) Bates, Kilgore, Jim Maynard, Kim (Allison) Preston, Collon Brayce (Doug Kissell)

Collon 1972 at our home in downtown Sacramento, Quicksilver Palace

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A Beautiful Soul

January 18, 2014

Collon lived with five of us at the Quicksilver Palace in downtown Sacramento in 1971-72. Most of us worked at the Real Food Company on 15th & Q St and we studied astrology and herbal medicine together. We were all vegetarians and Collon was definitely the strongest of us with his healthful living practices. He was a tremendous positive influence on me and that influence has lasted a lifetime. He set the bar high for himself and the rest of us straggled along, wishing we had his vision, self-discipline and determination. I owe Collon a huge debt of gratitude for the good path he pointed me on at such a young and impressionable age (19). Collon was my intimate and the most romantic and thoughtful partner a woman could want. I have kept his love letters all these years. He was a man of great heart and intellect, strong like a lion. It gives me great joy to see the photos here of Collon with his children and grandchildren - it is so apparent that he cherished his family and they him. It's wonderful to see so many testimonials from his patients - his caring and capable service helped many and warmed their hearts as well. Although we lost touch with each other in the 80's, Collon's influence continued to inspire me to be my best, to strive for a healthy lifestyle and to continue on a spiritual path. He has been a huge influence and I am so grateful for having known him. Franz is here visiting from Fiji this week and we were looking up our old housemates when we ran across this site and were greatly saddened to learn of Collon's passing. We had hoped to have a Quicksilver Palace reunion at my home in the future. We will set a place at the table for Collon and for Bob Warren, also passed. Many blessings to Collon's family.

so real

May 23, 2013

Had a dream last nite you were here. You saved my life twice and kept me out of a wheelchair. You are my mentor. God love you.

My Waterfall

March 15, 2013

Just 2 days ago I was telling Dr. Nat how very much I miss you Collon.Every time you did accupuncture on me I would always put myself into a self-hypnosis state visualizing "my waterfall" in the West Maui Mountains.I am putting my copyrighted photo of my waterfall on your Forever Missed Memorial for others to see my vision of what kept me going along wtih your excellent doctoring. I took this photo in 2007 and want to share it with you, your lovely family and our friends (Ohana).

Like I said at the celebration, you saved my life 2 times and probably more than that and because of you I presisted. Subsequently, I have never given up but rather continued to stay on it and required my physicians to keep looking and now I am having surgery this month and hoping it will resolve some issues that have been seriously affecting my enjoyment, quality of life and overall health. Importantly the thing that has kept me going is your incredible ability to pinpoint the issue(s) an excellent advice. Surgery is my last choice but sometimes it is a necessity as they have to see what is going on and I will be okay because you are going to be my guardian angel.

There is no doubt you can hear this as you are still hanging around just in another form so please be my angel observer as I want you there with me on the 28th when they do surgery on me. Please ensure they do it right Collon. I am still counting on you to be my dear precious friend and guardian angel. I miss you!

Blessings, loads of love and giggles,
Carmie Spellman

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