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Phyllis Collen
March 7, 1925 - December 21, 2017
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On Thursday, December 21, 2017, Mrs. Phyllis Elaine Collen of Oliver passed away peacefully at the South Okanagan General Hospital at the age of 92 years.
She was predeceased by her husband Bill Collen and infant son Thomas.
Phyllis will be fondly remembered by her daughter Elaine (Wayne), son Edward (Karen) and daughter Margaret (Bob); grandchildren Kirsten (Brian), Kris, Elyssa (Brian) and Jared as well as great-grandchildren Callie, Rory and Svea.
In her younger years, Phyllis worked at McGavin’s Bakery in Vancouver and the Oliver Post office.
Phyllis enjoyed travelling with Bill through Canada and the United States in their motor home.
She was a lifetime member of the Oliver Royal Purple (admitted in 1956) and volunteered with Job’s Daughters. Phyllis also bowled in a ladies bowling league in Oliver for many years.
A memorial service will be held at 1:30 P.M. Saturday January 13, 2018 at the Oliver United Church followed by a reception in the church lower hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations are gratefully accepted for a charity of one’s choice.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium
Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Diane Derrick
Relation: friend of her daughter Margaret and also of Elaine
Margaret, Elaine and Edward ~ that photograph is exactly how I remember your Mom and I know you will miss her. Thinking of you all ~ Diane
From: Trudy and Jay Mervyn
Relation: good friends with Ed and Karen
We are so sorry to hear about your Mom, Ed. All of you took very good care of her so we hope that brings you some comfort in the weeks ahead. If we can help in anyway, don’t hesitate to ask. xo
From: Margarida Sewell (Nunes)
Relation: Classmate of Elaine
Elaine – Remembering your Mom organizing fun after school birthday parties in elementary school. Did they really only last a couple of hours? Seemed so much longer!
My sincere condolences to you, your siblings and all of your families.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
Date & Time:
January 13, 2018
Beginning at 1:30pm
Location:
Oliver United Church
511 Church Avenue
Oliver, BC Canada
A memorial service will be held at 1:30 P.M. Saturday January 13, 2018 at the Oliver United Church followed by a reception in the church lower hall.
511 Church Avenue
Oliver, BC Canada
Memorial Gifts
In lieu of flowers, donations are gratefully accepted for a charity of one’s choice.
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