Passed away at the RVRHC on March 6, 2025 at the age of 75 years. Colleen was born to the late Margaret Jeanetta “Nita” Stuart (nee Lees) and Merle Carnwarth Stuart. Loving mother of David (Stephanie), and grandma of Hudson and Georgia. Loved also by her stepchildren and their families. Predeceased by her brother Douglas and Maxwell.
A devoted member of Grenfel United Church in Utopia, Colleen found great joy in her faith and community. She was a passionate baseball fan who loved cheering on her favorite team, the Toronto Blue Jays. Colleen also had a deep appreciation for music, enjoying both playing the piano and listening to her favorite melodies.
Cremation has taken place, and in the spring of 2025, her urn will be placed in the family plot at Guthrie Cemetery alongside her parents.
Online memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.peacefultransition.ca.
Peaceful Transition Simcoe
Kimberly Bessey
Posted on: Sunday, March 9, 2025I am so grateful to have, had Colleen in my life. She was always kind and thoughtful… truly a beautiful person who loved her family and her friends unconditionally. She spoke of her grandchildren often and always had a special bounce in her already bouncy step when she came back from a visit with them … my sincere condolences to the family during this somber time.
thinking of you all with love
Bob/Betty-Anne Larmand
Posted on: Sunday, March 9, 2025Condolences to Dave and his family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Annette Kelly
Posted on: Sunday, March 9, 2025To Dave, Stephanie, Hudson and Georgia I extend my deepest condolences on the loss of Colleen. No matter our age, it is never easy to lose our parent or our grandparent.
I recall a memory of Aunt Colleen years ago at the farm. We were there for a family gathering and Uncle Harold put my then 4 year old sister, Tammy, on his shoulders, and was walking to put Tammy on a horse. Tammy started to pee down Uncle Harold’s neck and back and Aunt Colleen tried to get Tammy down but she was laughing so hard, she wasn’t as quick as she could have been. We often remind Tammy of that poor behaviour. LOL
Colleen had a wonderful sense of humour. May the love you have for each other, give you the strength to get through this trying time and may Aunt Colleen rest in eternal peace.
Love Annette
Dolly Peddle
Posted on: Monday, March 10, 2025Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Love Aunt Dolly
Stephen Fryer
Posted on: Monday, March 10, 2025To the family of Colleen Phillips. Just a short message to say I remember your Mom as a very good friend of my mother’s (Myrna) when we lived in Barrie. I remember Colleen as a lady with a gentle soul that always had a smile. May the peace that passes all understanding be with you all through this difficult season. GOD Bless and Rest in Peace Colleen.
Jane Lees & Family
Posted on: Monday, March 10, 2025David, Stephanie & Family, our condolences to each of you at this difficult time as you suffer the loss of a Mother & Grandmother. It was a shock to hear of Colleen’s passing as well as Doug’s. Colleen always made me feel Welcome into the Lees’ Family. Keeping you all close in our thoughts.
Dave and family
Posted on: Monday, March 10, 2025Rest in peace mother. You are in a better place now. ❤️
Tammy Kelly
Posted on: Monday, March 10, 2025I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Aunt Colleen. I cherish wonderful memories from childhood visits to the farm—always welcomed with her gracious smile and comforting hugs. Aunt Colleen had a gift for making everyone feel special, loved, and valued. Her laughter brought joy to every gathering. She will be dearly missed. My heart goes out to all who knew and loved her.
Sandy & Paul & Family
Posted on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025David & Stephanie & Family
Colleen’s Love was felt by so many, and we are all grieving with you.
She will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Colleen
Lorraine French
Posted on: Wednesday, March 12, 2025David and family, in heartfelt memory of Colleen, someone who brought a smile to every occasion. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Steve and Debbie Harris
Posted on: Wednesday, March 12, 2025David, Stephanie, Hudson, and Georgia.
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom, mother-in-law and grandma. Dave, There really is nothing to say to ease the loss of your mom but we are so deeply sorry for your loss. Your mother’s light will always shine brightly in your heart and the hearts of those she touched. Sending you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Thank the Lord , we are blessed with many memories of Colleen and we , as you , can draw on those memories to help comfort you.
With heartfelt sympathy, Steve n Debbie Harris
Velma Craffigan
Posted on: Thursday, March 13, 2025David and family, I am sorry to hear of Aunt Colleen’s passing. While I don’t have any personal one on one memories of Aunt Colleen I do remember her as being the SWEET to mix with Uncle Harolds SOUR at the gatherings we had at the farm (joking). I remember her as someone who was always smiling. I did reconnect with her on Facebook and she had a wonderful sense of humour. May she rest in eternal peace.
Allan Lees
Posted on: Sunday, March 16, 2025Condolences to David and family on the passing of your mother, Colleen.
On the Lees side of our family, Colleen was one of only 3 first cousins; and now Wayne, Doug and Colleen are together again in heaven.
Rest in Peace.
Al and Victoria Lees