Colleen Faye Ferguson

January 18th, 2017 age 65

It is with overwhelming sadness we announce the passing of Colleen after a courageous battle well fought. With family and friends around her she passed on to find peace at last.

Colleen was a beloved Mamma, Grandma, Daughter, Sister, Auntie and friend. She will be deeply missed. Left to mourn her passing are her daughter Jennifer, Grandson Finn, Mother Audrey, siblings Michael, Barbara and Andrew, nephew Zachary, nieces Sarah and Abigail, sister in law Natalie, Jennifer’s partner Kristjan and her beloved fur baby Charlie. Colleen was predeceased by her father Walter and numerous Aunts and Uncles.

Colleen was born in Winnipeg where she lived her entire life. She completed High School and later attended Red River Community College. She worked for a number of years and then became a wife and mother. At the age of 35, wheelchair bound and as a single parent, Colleen attended University of Manitoba of where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honours.

Colleen was fearless with unfathomable strength, persevering and living life to the absolute fullest. Colleen loved her family more than anything. She was the family stone that drew everyone together often hosting lavish parties at her home. Colleen liked the finer things in life and her generous spirit made sure that everyone else did too. Her thoughtfulness and compassion knew no bounds.

She was a movie aficionado and lover of music and the arts, frequenting the ballet, theatre and the Fringe festival. Colleen was an adventurer and lover of the outdoors, happiest at Rushing River and Banff but especially with her family at the cottage sitting on the dock.

Many thanks need to go to her friend Cheressa for all the care and support she provided. Many thanks also need to be given to the River East Hospital Home Team that allowed Colleen to stay in her much-loved home for as long as possible.

A celebration of Colleen’s life will be held January 26th, 2017 at 11 am at Little Britain United Church at 5879 Main Street (Hwy 9). Following the service a gathering will be held at the church hall.

If you're lost you can look and you will find me

Time after time

If you fall I will catch you, I will be waiting

Time after time

If friends and family so desire donations can be made in Colleen’s memory to the Winnipeg Humane Society.