Our deepest sympathy goes out to the families. We had the priviledge of working with Colleen at St. John’s School in Fort McMurray in the early 80’s. Colleen was a very wonderful person to work with. Our prayers go out to the families.

I too had the privilege of working with Colleen at St. John’s Jr High in Ft. McMurray. Colleen’s gentle nature and beautiful smile will always be remembered. She was a beautiful lady.

Anita

My deepest sympathy.

Colleen and I worked several years in McMurray.

Colleen is an Angel and will be so missed.

So sorry about your lost.

Gessie

My heartfelt sympathy to the Palmer-Monier families. I met Colleen in the early 80’s while teaching in Fort McMurray. I remember Colleen as that bright ray of sunshine! She was friendly, warm and kind. She loved the students and the students loved her. Colleen was well dressed and trendy! We had many a good social gathering at Colleen’s home. Although I lost touch with Colleen, as is often the case when we relocate, I will always remember Colleen and her bright, smiling eyes. I will keep the memories of her in my heart. I was lucky to have known her. Rest in Peace.

I am both shocked and saddened by news of Colleen’s death. As Principal of St. John’s Junior High during Colleen’s tenure I knew her to be an excellent teacher always giving of herself to both students and staff. As a friend I knew Colleen to be a “classy lady”. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family in this time of sorrow. Dan

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Colleen at St. John’s Jr. HIgh in Fort McMurray and was always impressed by her warm and caring way with the students. She brought out the best in everyone she met. Colleen will be missed by all.

Trish McIsaac

Dear Lou and Mary,

So sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter, Colleen. We just read her obituary in “The Casket” this morning. In February of this year, I ran into Colleen on the ski hill in Banff, Alberta, while out visiting my sister, Brenda, in Calgary. Colleen seemed so happy and well at the time so, of course, I was shocked to read of her passing. I know this will be a difficult time for both of you. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Ron and Catherine MacGillivray

Dear Lynne & family; I am so very sorry to hear of Colleen’s passing. I remember her warm smile and great sense of humor. Losing a sister is very difficult but I hope the wonderful memories and times you shared together will be of comfort to you. Take care.

Our sincere sympathy to Kilmer Mary and all the family. We are so saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person and she will be so missed by everyone. Our prayers and sympathy goes out to you on the loss of Colleen. As Colleen would live by: Live simple, Love generously, Care deeply, Speak kindly and Leave the rest to God. Love and Prayers. Cindy(Kilmer’s sister) Kris & Thomas

Dear Mary, Lou and family,

I was so sorry to hear about Colleen. Her life will always be honoured and cherished by her loving and supportive family. I hope all the happy memories you have of Colleen will bring you some comfort.

Sincerely,

Mary Jo Broderick

My sympathies to Colleen’s family and friends. I first met Colleen at John XXIII. She was a kindred spirit and was always up for any adventure. To have Colleen as a friend was a blessing. She brightened every occasion with her warm, positive attitude. She would always offer encouragement and support infused with her laughter and love of life. The world is a little less cheerful today for me. She will be missed.

Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to Colleen and Bill’s extended family. We lived across the street from Colleen and Bill in Christie Park for several years and shared an intense passion for visiting the wonderful island of Bonaire. We saw in Colleen an exceptional individual who always had a thought for others, was the first to offer help regardless of the situation and at the same time living her own life to the fullest! Colleen will be sorely missed and reside in our hearts for ever!

Tom, Ellen, Christine and Shawn

My hearfelt sympathy is extended to Colleen’s family and friends. We were counselling colleagues in the Calgary Catholic School District. Colleen was a real lady whose generous smile drew you into her heart.

I knew Colleen from St FX. We were both in the Nutrition & Consumer Studies program, she was a year ahead of me. The word that came to mind when I was thinking of Colleen was “lovely”. I can see from reading the other comments she has blessed us all with her goodness and that she spread Christ’s love to others, especially those most in need.”Well done my good and faithful servant come and enter in to the glory I have prepared for you!”

To Colleen’s parents and family,know that my prayers will be with you during this time of sorrow. May the love of Our Risen Savior console and uphold you, to be the light in the darkness reminding you of the truth of eternal life.

Dear Mary and Kilmer,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family at this time of sadness.

Those who were touched by Colleen’s kindness and her constant smile will always have fond memories of a very courageous woman. All those whom have met her will miss her. Take good care of each other.

Ellen

We are very saddened to hear of Colleen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Colleen was a roommate in Fort McMurray and a colleague to both of us. We remember a lovely girl, gentle, kind and a lot of fun. We are deeply saddened by her death and offer our prayers to her family.

Our sincere sympathies to Kilmer and Mary on the loss of your daughter, and to all family and friends of Colleen. We extend our hearts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. Know that prayers and faith will help you through this journey.

My sincere sympathy to the entire family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.

Please accept our dearest condolences. We will never forget that Smile! Our prayers are with you. May she rest in peace.

I am so sorry for your loss….way to young. I am so glad that I had the chance to reconnect on the 2 1/2 trip to Toronto in Sept. We had a great chat. We will all miss that beautiful smile. We will be home in July, hope to see you.

Love you guys, Debby

Dear Sweet Colleen ,

She was a good friend and always had something positive to say. She has touched many lives and will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her , I am sorry for the loss to her family and friends.

My dear friends. I am so terribly sorry for your great loss. It’s been many years since I had seen Colleen but I will always remember her kindness to us, Lynne’s friends, when we played at your house. She was the big sister that all of us wanted. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Love, Carol Anne

My condolences to the family, you’re in my prayers.

Our condolences to the Palmer family. Colleen will be missed but certainly never forgotten. She impacted so many people with her kindness, beautiful smile, and understanding heart. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you all.

I extend my deepest sympathies. I worked with Colleen at John 23rd school, and I cannot remember a more caring, humble, wonderful individual. Her passing is a loss to us all.

I was terribly saddened when I heard of Colleen’s passing. I worked with Colleen at St. John’s Junior High in Fort McMurray; I looked up to Colleen as a mentor. She was extremely caring and thoughtful towards students, staff and community. She will be greatly missed. My prayers and thoughts go out to her family and friends.

To the Palmer family. We were so sorry to hear about Colleen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this painful time.

Sincerely

Bonnie and Danny MacInnis and family

So shocked to hear of Colleen’s untimely death. I had seen her a few years ago and she was still the same smiling personality. We had worked together as Counsellors at Fr. Lacombe HS and I recall all the loving attention she gave to all her Grade 10 charges. We even joked that we were “cousins” through the Larkin branch of her extended family. She kept me up to date on Lakeside events. She certainly led an active life. Our sincere sympathies to her family members and her close circle of fiends.

Please accept our sympathy on the passing of Colleen. You are in our prayers at this time. God bless you all.

My heartfelt sympathy to Colleen’s family. Colleen worked in the lab next to mine at Fr. Mercredi Community High School in Ft. McMurray. My memory of her will always be of an ever patient teacher and a lovely and gracious person.

My condolences go out to Colleen’s family and friends. Colleen and I worked together at St. John’s Junior High School in Fort McMurray in the 80’s. Colleen was an excellent role model, and had a beautiful personality and style. She was a mentor both personally and professionally. Rest in peace, Colleen. May God bless and reward you for all the good work you have accomplished during your time on this earth.

To the Mac Adam Family

We are saddened by the death of Mary Colleen and share in your grief. We will pray that in the coming days you will let her rest in peace. May you remember each and every act of kindness and compassionate deed she was able to undertake when she was with us .

Sincerely,

Maureen & Lloyd Soloman

Dear Kilmur and Mary and family, So Sorry for your loss….Thinking of you at this difficult time

Lou, Mary and family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Colleen’s passing. She was a wonderful lady, always smiling and such a kind and caring person. She was so fortunate to have a loving and caring family to help her get through all she had to endure.

” SO they needed an angel, they took the best, free from pain, now you can rest.”

Hugs Colleen, Love Joan

Please accept our sympathy at this time of difficult loss. You are in our prayers.

May you all find comfort in all your wonderful memories. Thinking of you lots these last few days. Sure wish I could be there with you. From reading all these messages she sure touched a lot of people in a very special way.”X” this is my hug for you all.

Love Joanie

My deep sympathy to Mary, Lou, Chris, Lynn, Maureen and Michael and all your families on the loss of Colleen. She was a special person and I have so many wonderful childhood memories of sleep-overs at your home and going for long walks with Colleen and all the girls “downtown”. I didn’t see Colleen very much in recent years but it sounds like she packed alot into her life and had a big impact on many people. We will all miss her deeply. Love from Cathy.

We are so sorry to hear about Colleen’s passing. We were travelling with you on your journey and we know that everything possible was done for her. She was so fortunate to have such a wonderful family. We are sure your presence was felt by her to the very end. Our prayers will continue to be with you all God bless

Deepest condolences to Colleen’s family and friends on your loss. God’s blessings to Lou, Mary, and all. From Peter MacIntosh (Jan Palmer’s brother)and Family (Bedford NS)

Dear Mary, Lou and family:

We were so saddened to hear of Colleen’s death on Saturday. Know that we are praying for all of you at this difficult time. Your faith will see you through it.

With deepest sympathy,

Fr.Neil McKenna

Sr.Catherine MacGillivray

We are so saddened to hear of Colleen’s passing. Mom always had a special place in her heart for Colleen, her first granddaughter. She was such a gentle, kind person and Peter and I were very fortunate to have a great visit with her last summer at Lakeside. She was so blessed to have the loving care of her family throughout her illness and to the very end. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. God bless

Colleen will be missed by everyone. She fought a tough battle; prayers and tears are with you all. God was with you all and gave everyone strength. Hugs to all .

My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Colleen’s radiant smile will forever be with all who knew her.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Fran Cusack

I’m so sorry to hear about Colleen’s passing. Colleen and I worked together in Fort McMurray at Father Mercredi Community High School in the mid 1980’s. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

My heart breaks for Colleen’s whole family and especially Mary and Lou. You have a beautiful family full of love, support, and great faith as well as so many friends who love and support you. I pray that this will give you the strength you need in this time of great sorrow. Love and God Bless. Karen(goddaughter of Mary)

We were saddened to hear about Colleen’s passing. Condolences to Kilmer, Mary and the rest of the family. Our prayers are with you at this time.

We are so very saddened to hear about Colleen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you at this most difficult time. God Bless you all.

On behalf of all our family, our sincere condolences to you all on Colleen’s passing. May love, time and the fond memories soften your sadness and bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.

Colleen was a classy lady!! We met at John XXIII Elementary/Jr. High and were together again at Father Lacombe High School. Colleen was one of 10 of us gals that gathered every month for several years with our Dinner Club. She was an amazing individual with an incredibly kind heart and beautiful smile. She would be there for anyone who needed a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen. You will be sadly missed Colleen!

Colleen will be remembered for her big smile and infectious laugh. She always had a positive attitude and brought sunshine to every situation.

Thinking of you during this time of sorrow. May your heart be comforted by the memories of a special life. Thank God for your strong faith. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you all.

I am so saddened by the loss of a wonderful person like Colleen. We were counsellors together and Colleen was a bright light on our 99 CCGA committee. She also got me my job in private practice. I adored Colleen as well as her late husband Bill. My heart goes out to your family.

So sorry to hear of Colleen’s passing. I remember her from her days with the Calgary Catholic School District – always smiling.

May she rest in peace. She will be in our prayers.

Colleen, you will be so missed by everyone who knew you, regardless of how briefly. Your infectious smile, and huge heart touched everyone. My heart mourns for Colleen’s family, but at the same time celebrates that she has rejoined the love of her life Bill.

Prayers and condolences to all in the Palmer-Monier families. Three great summers doing our graduate work in San Diego. Fond memories. The only thing that out shone the sun in SD was Colleen’s smile! God Bless.

Neil

We wish you strength and comforting memories.

Lou & Mary and family, Colleen’s friends from Nova Scotia were very saddened to hear the news of her death. Colleen was a person you could never forget. I first met Colleen back in grade 5 and she even stood out then with her height and radiant smile! Our prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. Peace be with you. Pauline

The love and influence of the Holy family has always been your model, as it is today and will be forever. Our heartfelt prayers.

Pat & Lynne, our sympathy and prayers to you and your family, your Mom and Dad and your siblings. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Walter and Beth

My prayers go out to the Palmer-Monier families in the passing of a very special gal. I worked with Colleen at Father Mercredi High School in Fort McMurray in the 80’s. Colleen brought joy, daily, to the Mercredi family; indeed a smile that lit up every room she entered. While we did not keep in touch over the years it is evident that Colleen accomplished much and continued to do the great work she was called to do. Thinking of and praying with the family in their loss.

While Colleen and I did not maintain contact after she left Fort McMurray I never stopped thinking about her. I remember all of the laughs we had on 3rd Plessis and then in Fort McMurray. She had such a big heart and the smile that lit up her eyes showed that. Anyone who knew her in Fort McMurray loved her and I am sure it was the same way in Calgary. Rest in Peace Colleen. Sit with God and continue to smile down on us. I am sorry for the family that they have lost you. You will leave a giant space in many hearts.

I was fortunate to work with Colleen at John XXIII back when I first started teaching. It was so inspiring to watch her work with kids, and see the impact her warmth had on everyone around her. We were all very blessed to have known her.

I knew Colleen from St. Michael Catholic Community. Despite her battle with cancer she always had a smile to greet everyone as they walked through the doors to attend Life Teen Mass. I’ll miss your warm smile and hugs, Colleen. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

I first met Colleen when I was working at St. Gregory School and thought of her as a lovely, positive and dedicated lady.

My husband Jim and I had many interesting conversations with Colleen after church services and during the Alpha Program.

A person with her integrity and passion for life has left life far too soon but God has a master plan

Our thoughts are with Colleen’s family.

Jim and Diane Thomson

I worked with Colleen in both Ft. McMurray and Calgary and am so saddened by her passing. Her smile was her signature and she absolutely lit up lives of those she encountered. You will be sorely missed, Colleen. Heart-felt condolences to your family.

Dan Farrell