Passed away peacefully in the presence of family in Ottawa at the age of 85 years. Colleen leaves behind her loving daughter Rebecca (Kevin Capello), sons Duncan and Quentin (Christina Aho), brother Stephen Anderson (Lorraine), sister Daphne Wightman (Stuart) and sister-in-law Bernice Anderson (Galla). She will be dearly missed by her grandchildren Luca, Adam, Erin, Keira and Adrianna.
She was predeceased by her husband Leslie Kong, Duncan’s father Joseph Roberts, brother Thomas Anderson, sister Karen Sawyer and brother-in-law Douglas Sawyer, and her parents Thomas Duncan and Constance Anderson (Sheedy).
The family would like to thank the Monfort Hospital, Garry J. Armstrong Long Term Care Residence and Garden Terrace Long Term Care Residence for their care and support.
Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa) on Saturday, November 30th, 2019 from 5-8pm. I lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Digital Guestbook
Maureen Dawson
Stephanie Anderson
I adored Auntie Colleen...she was my idol and I will never forget our heart to heart talks and her words of encouragement. My heart will hold her memory always. Much love and joy knowing she is with her father now and her pain has ended.
Katharine Caza
Hi Rebecca. Sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all at this time x
Leah Mulligan
Rebecca, and family, you are all in my thoughts. My sincerest condolences.
Lynn Creighton
Goodbye friend. And thank you for all the wonderful years you were in my life. For our love of books and all the hours we talked every day on the phone. You are dearly missed. Much love, Lynn.
Gwen Charter
There are so many reasons why I admired Colleen: her intellect, her humanity, and her kindness. Colleen was the first person in my life who expressed an interest in, and who listened to my story. For this I am forever grateful. We shared many interests as well as many experiences. She is sorely missed.
My condolences to all (friends and family) who loved Colleen.
Beth Hyde-McDonald
I first met Colleen at the Ottawa Tennis Club when I was 18 and she was 22. I absolutely idolized her. To me she was so sophisticated, intelligent and of course beautiful. I felt privileged to call her my friend. Our friendship developed and we became "best friends" for many, many years, sharing a time in Edmonton and the Jamaican experience. Over time, living in different countries we drifted but I will never forget her and she will always have a special place in my heart.
Denise and Tony Yeung
Dear Daphne,
Our sincere condolences for the lost of your dear sister.
We’re thinking of you and your family.
Our prayers are with you.
Joseph Hughes
Colleen was such a kind and lovely person. She was polite and genuinely took interest in other people when talking to them. That's very rare. My heart goes out to all of you and you remain in my thoughts.
Carol Cochrane
Our love and condolences from all the Winnipeg Sheedy cousins.
John and I cherish many fond memories of visits in Jamaica,Winnipeg and a road trip to Gretna. Colleen was indeed special.
Colleen treated us so well in Kingston, Jamaica. Years ago shortly after her husband died there.. She was courageous. and fun loving with a great sense of style and grace
She showed wisdom and independence in her decision to return to Ottawa with her young children.
Our prayers are with her.
Maureen, Ken Dawson Vancouver Island,B.C.