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DEWEY (EDGELL), Colleen
2016-12-05
Colleen (Edgell) Dewey passed away Monday, December 5th, 2016 at the age of 55. She was born July 22nd, 1961 in Verdun, Quebec the daughter of Paul and Laureen Edgell.
Colleen is survived by her Husband Earl, her two sons Corey, Jordan their spouses Marie-Eve and Caroline, as well as her Grandson Theodore. Chateauguay became home for the family in 1993 where their house served as a local hangout for all the neighborhood children and a place where everyone knew they could see her beautiful smile, and they were always welcome.
The family will receive relatives and friends at the funeral parlor:
Alexandre Nicole
Complexe Funéraire Châteauguay
96 boul. St-Jean-Baptiste,
Châteauguay, QC J6K3A6
450-699-9919
on Saturday, December 10th, from 6 to 9 pm, and on Sunday, December 11th, from 11 am to 1 pm. A commemorative service will then follow at 1 pm in the Chapel of the parlor.
Growing up in Verdun Colleen had two brothers, Michael and Paul. Colleen’s mother passed away when she was very young, and she was raised by her loving father, something that solidified her desire to be the best Mother and wife imaginable. Growing up in Verdun and Lasalle she attended the Catholic high schools in each city, where she made lifelong friends and memories.
Colleen was amazingly empathetic and genuinely concerned about the happiness of everyone she encountered. She enjoyed nothing more than spending time with her family, and doing everything she could for family. The last two and a half years of Colleen’s life she shared with her Grandson Theodore, who quickly became the center of her world.
Although she is no longer with us in person, her spirit of kindness and love will be in our hearts forever.
In her memory, donations can be made to the Cedars Cancer Foundation.
Testimonies of sympathy
I am so sorry to learn of this news. I worked with Colleen years ago and I am grateful to have known her. I will remember her humour and spirit with great fondness. She just knew how to make everyone around her smile. My sincere sympathy to family and friends.
S Nikki
Sending you all lots of love and my sincerest condolences over the holiday season.
Chelsea Secor
To Colleen's family I offer my deep condolences.
Karen Cavanagh
I would like to share with you a quote I recently heard - "Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind". Colleen was all three. A truly kind, wonderful caring soul, I will miss you my friend. To Earl, Corey, Jordan and extended family members, my heart goes out to you. Colleen was simply one of the best - wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend. May she rest in peace. xo
Sandy Chopko
Our deepest sympathies to the Dewey Family.We will keep everyone in our prayers. Sincerely,Anne & John Enright
Enright Anne
To Earl & Family - We had the pleasure of meeting Colleen and Earl at our nephew's house (Cindy and Mark) while home visiting a few years ago. Such a lovely personable young lady. Please accept our condolences at this very sad time. Judy and Brian OConnell Banning, CA
Judy & Brian O'Connell
I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to the Dewey/Edgell families.
Danielle Oertle
With our deepest sympathies to Earl and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Roni and Keith
Roni Martin
I met Colleen at the bus stop. We were neighbors and took the bus downtown for years. She was a very warm and friendly person. Very caring and she was so proud of her boys and overjoyed when her grandson came along. Colleen was a strong woman and I admire her courage. My sincere condolences to her family. May she contine smiling upon you from the heavens above .
Josie Ciambella
How could we know that when you left for your doctor's appointment, we would never have to pleasure of exchanging pleasantries or a dirty joke again. We became colleagues 3 years ago, and Colleen was very helpful and friendly to the newbies in the Department. She was always ready to help and happy to provide assistance whenever we needed it. I have fond memories of our lunchtimes spent together. I hope Earl, the boys (their loves) and little Theodore will be able to replace their sadness by fond memories of her smile, vivacity and the great human being that she was. I have been missing her every day and will miss her forever more.
Isabelle Lalonde
My deepest condolences to Earl and family .may she R.I.P
Baynham Marian
I had the privilege of knowing Colleen several years ago working at McGill. I remember one of the longest conversations we had-she had just returned to the workforce after being a stay at home mum, supporting her son's passion for hockey. She always beamed with pride whenever she talked about her boys. Colleen was kind, helpful and always had a smile on her face. It truly saddens me that she is no longer with us. May you rest in peace, Colleen. My deepest condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones.
Elisa David
Although I retired from McGill over 3 years ago, when I heard about Colleen I remember her bright smile, friendliness and she wasalways there to help. My sincere sympathies to the family.
Debra Chatfield
My deepest sympathy to Earl, Corey, Jordan and family. The time we shared together as girlfriends was so beautiful it was a feeling of sisterhood a true friendship. Colleen was a special girlfriend with such loving qualities. Loving Colleen was easy, she was always welcoming, understanding, a listener, compassionate of others and she loved to laugh. What I loved most about Colleen was her love and commitment to her family. She loved Earl to the moon and back. She often spoke to me about her love for Earl with smiles in her voice and on her face. Her boys Corey and Jordan were her life her face lite up whenever she spoke of them. Also, Marie-Eve an amazing, loving daughter-in-law and Theodore (her grandson) Theodore was her sunshine. She enjoyed the simple things in life. The leaves falling in the fall, the beauty of a first snow fall. She loved to go out on the boat and enjoyed the sunshine on the water. She loved making a simple grill cheese for the kids and the neighbour?s kids. Friendship, friendship is a beautiful gift and the biggest gift I ever received from Colleen was her friendship. I was never afraid to share my deepest secrets with Colleen I trusted her heart and she was never judgemental. Our true friendship took strength and we had it all; love, understanding and strength. She always asked about everyone when we were on a phone together. She always asked about the kids and David. I will miss my girlfriend so much her voice her smile and her company. Her soul will always be with me every step I take. Love you forever and forever my friend. Linda xo
Cooke Linda
We would like to express our sincere sympathies to Earl and the entire family, Colleen was so kind, she made everyone feel special. RIP Colleen. Yves and Brigitte
Brigitte Mangin
Six years ago we moved to Chateauguay and are so fortunate to have had Colleen and Earl as neighbours. Already knew Colleen from McGill but as neighbours we become close friends, enjoying many summer days in the backyard (and some winter ones). We loved her sense of humour and her laughter, we will miss you so much Colleen. Earl, Corey, Jordan and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Cindy, Mark and Nicholas.
Cindy Bolduc
My sincerest condolences Earl, to you and your family.
Tim Hacking
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the entire family and friends. Colleen was a great work colleague and a great person. Always was the first one to do fund raising events for different associations. Always smiling and always helping any student in need. I am so so sorry for your loss. She will be missed at McGill Student Services.....and by all....
Josee Di Sano
I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to the Dewey/Edgell families. I met Colleen at H.S. Billings, what a beautiful woman. Her smile was infectious, she did so much for our school. May she R.I.P.
Brenda Pownall
I had the pleasure of working for several years with Colleen at McGill. My most vivid memories of Colleen are her love for her family, her smile and laughter and humour, and her always upbeat mood. Her wonderful spirit brought joy to her co-workers and colleagues. My sympathy goes to Earl and the family. I am sure their good memories of such a loving person will help them through this difficult time.
June Morrier
My sincere condolences to her family and friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a kind soul, forever missed but not forgotten.
Alice Nunes
With heartfelt sympathy I write this note. I was saddened to hear the news from Jodi that Colleen had passed away. It made me think of that Saturday morning, the day I was leaving to return to the Congo, when I asked Jodi to see if we could stop by and visit you both. We are both so grateful that Colleen was up for the visit and we got to spend an hour with both of you. When we remember Colleen we think of what an amazing woman she was and that were very privileged to have known her. She will be greatly missed but we hope all who knew her can find comfort in the fun memories we have, those special moments in which she either made us laugh or of her genuine laughter. It saddens me Earl that I cannot be there, I know you will be surrounded by family and friends to help you though the tough times. Please know that Jodi and I are there for you as well. I will leave you with something someone once told me ? ?When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure?. Jodi & Joe
Joe Nunez
My deepest sympathies to Earl and to the whole family. May you hold on to the many years of wonderful loving memories of time spent together with Colleen. My heart hugs yours in this very difficult time.
Donna Coleman
My deepest sympathies to the Dewey family. While Corey and Jordan played for ''The Blue Machine'', Colleen was an active contributor and source of support for the H. S. Billings' hockey program. You will be sadly missed.
Bryan Pitts
Knowing Colleen as Michael's little sister, I remember a smiling, warm Colleen who welcomed you as a friend of her own. She will be missed.
Denise Hill
My deepest sympathies to Colleen's family and friends. Colleen was a colleague who became a friend. Her spirit was enormous. Listening to her talk of her love of her family was amazing. She took pride in everything she did. She will be so sorely missed. I hope knowing so many people care will be a source of comfort to the family. RIP Colleen.
Donna Hedge
Our deepest sympathy to the Edgell family.
Jack et Sandra Dowhy
I know Colleen as a girl. She had a kind heart and spirit. My condolences to her family.
Helen Rodrigue-Lamothe
We have prayed for Colleen and your family for a long time. She was a wonderful person and glad we did get to know when Jordan played hockey at SLU. Thinking of you and your family at this time.
Gary and Jean Coloton
Our deepest sympathies Earl, to you and your family.
George Piskopos
Deepest condolences to your Family in the loss of your beautiful Mother. Fond memories of our time in VCHS always. xoxox
Teresa Savoie Powney
My deepest sympathy to the Edgell family. She was a wonderful and positive person and she will be deeply missed.
Ann Jack
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