"The saying, 'Once an Oiler, always an Oiler,'" Emily said.
"They've taken me under their wing. That's another thing Colby would be so proud of."
Colby left an indelible mark on the people he encountered over his life and career. A product of North Battleford, he kept community, family and friends close to his heart but showed the same respect for others.
In the Oilers dressing room, Colby could be found in his stall with a smile on his face, ready for any conversation with any media member. On the ice, it was never an uncommon sight to see the forward down at the bench during warmups, chatting with minor hockey players.
Colby's love for children is why the Cave Memorial Fund will emphasize granting access to sports for underprivileged youths.
"He would have been an incredible dad," Emily said. "I'm looking forward to the kids that he's going to help through his legacy and character, and help provide them with access to sports to help change their lives.
"One day they'll make it to the NHL or they'll make it to the NFL and be able to do that because of Colb's legacy."
Colby called Emily his 'little world changer' because of her grandiose ideas to assist others. The Colby Cave Fund is an extension of that and will also focus on mental health initiatives.
"One dream of mine is to have a children's unit that specializes in mental health and call it 'The Cave Man's Corner,'" Emily said. "Kids can go play with toys or have a place to go. That was something Colby would love to do."
The impression Colby left on his teammates, whether with the Bakersfield Condors or Edmonton Oilers, was profound. His happy nature and compassion was a benefit to his squad at all times but especially for the rookies and sophomores.