Mrs. Violet Esther Cullen

Forever in our hearts . . .Violet Cullen (nee Zwick), 96. She was born in Wawota, Saskatchewan. She grew up in Hines Creek, Alberta. She passed away peacefully on January 7th 2024 in Coquitlam, BC. Vi was the best mother six girls could have.

Vi is survived by her daughters Jodie (Roy), Cory (Gary), Kim, Denise (Ron), Kelly (Jerry), Shawn (Jeff), her brother Robert, grandchildren Evan (Jess), Lauren, Michelle (Colin), Tara, Riley, Stefanie and great grandchildren Ella, Mackenzie & Alexandra. She was preceded in death by her husband George in 1990.

Vi was a kind and gentle person. She had a passion for purple! She lived all her married life at “Cullenvil”, in Burnaby, BC, where she raised her family. She was a Registered Nurse, stewardess and a talented artist. She was a member of the Burnaby Artist Guild for over 25 years.

Vi’s Celebration of Life will take place Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3789 Royal Oak, Burnaby, BC. Or you can view the webcast of the ceremony live or on replay at https://funeralweb.tv/en/diffusions/85041 The ceremony will be available to all without a password. A reception will follow.

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