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Colleen Darla Annesley

It is with profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of our dear Colleen Darla Annesley (née: Myers) who was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt who will be sorely missed each and every day, by her family.

She was predeceased by her father, Kenneth Lloyd Myers; mother, Myra Luella Paulson; stepdad, Knud Eric Paulson; and grandparents: Alex and Grace Johnson, Emily and Thomas Myers.  Colleen is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Robin; daughters, Tahnie (Sterling) Macdiarmid, Kirsten Annesley (Mitchell Tengbom) and Courtney Annesley (Brogan McCluskie); her most precious grandchildren: Tate, Tevi, Myra, Remi, Lacey and Alicia; brother Rance and his wife Carol Myers; as well as several nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. 

Colleen was born in Moose Jaw, SK on February 12th, 1954 and attended public school at William Grayson School, then Ross School, and finally graduating from Vanier Collegiate in 1972.  Colleen worked at the Credit Union Co-op branch, Maccam Motors, and then married Robin on June 25th, 1976.  It was the happiest day of their lives.  Soon after they were married, Colleen had taken maternity leave and for the next 10 years she became a devoted mother who meticulously cared for her girls.  Their clothes were always pressed and cleaned and their hair was done to perfection.  Many years and hundreds of hours were spent sewing the girl’s outfits and all her own clothes.  It was a talent that is hard to describe.  Her mother-in-law Beulah was looking over a tailored shirt that Colleen had made Robin, and Beulah was so impressed with her talent that she said that it was perfect, matching every pattern on the shirt.  Robin wore that shirt until he grew out of it. 

Once the girls began school, Colleen entered back into the work force.  She was employed with the Crown Corporation Saskatchewan Watershed Authority where she spent the next 23 years working for some wonderful people and she loved her job.

Colleen enjoyed the cabin at the lake and worked tirelessly in her garden looking after her flowers.  She was in her own little world looking after her little family of plants and she remained so to her final days.  Colleen enjoyed the special little cabin and Buffalo Pound Lake, which was their second home.  She was very organized in preparing for each weekend at the lake.  The family would get in from the lake on a Sunday evening and the washing machine would not stop until all the clothes, sheets and towels were done and packed in the 3 clothes baskets.  Colleen had every second Friday off so she would pack the Jeep and be ready on Thursday evening, spending the weekends getting the yard work done and then it was boat time, taking the kids and their friends boating, skiing and tubing.  After a long day on the water the family would enjoy the campfire, which were had every night.  Many evenings were spent socializing with neighbours.  Colleen loved to entertain, making sure everyone had a plate full of food and a drink in hand.  She loved her lake time.

In the later years when the girls had grown up and either moved away and pursued careers, Colleen and Robin would spend a month to 6 weeks of winter in Mexico where they met and still have life-long friends.  Their favourite places that they went to for several years were Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, Zihuatanejo and Huatulco.  Approximately 7years ago they purchased a winter vacation home in Port Charlotte, where they loved and spent as much time allowable, but with the Covid-19 everything changed and they sold that home last fall.  It was a hard decision, as they enjoyed working on the place and with Colleen’s flare for decorating, she had it looking like a million bucks, with friends coming by frequently and they would notice her talent for decorating.

Colleen you are deeply loved and words cannot express the loss and emptiness felt by myself, our girls and our grandchildren.  It’s comforting to know that you will reunited by your loved ones and we will be with one another someday, all my love Rob.

The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, August 14th, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home.  Reverend Dave Moore will officiate and interment will take place at Sunset Cemetery.  Those not able to attend are invited to watch the live service virtually by going to www.moosejawfuneralhome.com/webcast/.    Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Colleen’s name may be made to The Firefighter’s Burn Unit c/o Moose Jaw Fire Department, 1205 Main St N, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 6M3.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550

22 Comments

  1. Terry Phillips
    Terry Phillips on July 19, 2021 at 7:52 pm

    Rob my deepest condolences to you and your
    Family on the loss of Colleen

    Reply
  2. Drew
    Drew on July 19, 2021 at 8:27 pm

    Rob and family,

    There are so many thoughts and not enough words.
    Prayers and deepest respects.

    Drew Waldo

    Reply
  3. Anita Smith
    Anita Smith on July 19, 2021 at 10:28 pm

    Rob and family. My heart hurts for all of you at this painful time. My memories of our good times are precious. She will be missed. Prayers going out to you all.

    Reply
  4. Cathie Bassett
    Cathie Bassett on July 20, 2021 at 1:25 pm

    Rob, Tahnie, Kirsten, Courtney and families.

    Our deepest sympathies & condolences at this most difficult time. Colleen will be sadly missed by so many.

    Cathie & Brent Bassett

    Reply
  5. Sue Rodgers
    Sue Rodgers on July 20, 2021 at 4:29 pm

    Sending my deepest sympathies and prayers to Rob and family. May she RIP. Sue Rodgers

    Reply
  6. Bill & Judy Cameron
    Bill & Judy Cameron on July 20, 2021 at 5:47 pm

    Rob and family, our sincere condolences. Our prayers are with you all. Love Bill and Judy

    Reply
  7. Eileen Kendel
    Eileen Kendel on July 20, 2021 at 6:52 pm

    I went to school with Colleen. She was a lovely person. I’m sad to hear of her passing but happy to see that she had a wonderful life.

    Reply
  8. Janice Smith
    Janice Smith on July 20, 2021 at 9:51 pm

    Rob and family. We are so sorry for your loss of Colleen. A beautiful lady gone too soon. Huge Hugs Jan & Dale Smith

    Reply
  9. Dan Cornish
    Dan Cornish on July 21, 2021 at 1:26 am

    My deepest condolence to you and your family Rob. My prayers are with you as you walk through this very sad event in your lives together .

    Reply
  10. LouVonne Doreen Skjerdal
    LouVonne Doreen Skjerdal on July 21, 2021 at 4:51 pm

    My deepest sympathy to all of Colleen’s family- I am so sorry to read of her passing!

    Reply
  11. Colette ( Veillard) Krawczyk
    Colette ( Veillard) Krawczyk on July 21, 2021 at 6:47 pm

    Rob and family.. so saddened to hear of Colleen’s passing … I have wonderful memories of her . Hold on tight to all those good memories as I know there are many Hugs to you all! ❤️

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  12. Maueen Ireland
    Maueen Ireland on July 22, 2021 at 12:00 am

    Rob, your girls, and everyone, that Colleen loved or held dear in her heart. She was lovely person. I am so, sorry, about her passing. Hugs all around

    Reply
  13. Sherlock Holmes
    Sherlock Holmes on July 23, 2021 at 11:27 pm

    Rob my deepest condolences to you and your
    Family on the loss of Colleen

    Reply
  14. Barb & Kerry Olson
    Barb & Kerry Olson on July 24, 2021 at 8:19 am

    Sincere condolences from Barb & I. Very touched with the appreciation to have known and joined the path with you and your families Rob. Your all in our thoughts – take care!

    Reply
  15. Darrell H
    Darrell H on July 25, 2021 at 6:29 pm

    Rob & Family,
    So sorry to hear about Colleen, my condolences to you.

    Reply
  16. Melynda Drabiuk
    Melynda Drabiuk on July 27, 2021 at 7:42 pm

    Rob & Family my sincerest condolences. So sorry to hear of your loss.

    Reply
  17. Tracey Woodrow
    Tracey Woodrow on August 3, 2021 at 4:29 pm

    Rob, Tahnie, Kirsten, Courtney and family my sympathies go out to you and your family. I will remember all the lake times and many holidays we have been on with you guys. Great memories I will keep close. Colleen was a special person with a huge heart and will leave a huge void in everyone’s lives. Please take care

    Reply
  18. Larry Peters
    Larry Peters on August 3, 2021 at 7:45 pm

    Our deepest sympathies Rob and to your family on the loss of Colleen.
    Larry & Adeline

    Reply
  19. Ralph and Juanita Courtnage
    Ralph and Juanita Courtnage on August 7, 2021 at 11:33 am

    We are so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

    Reply
  20. Glad. Norm. MacKinnon
    Glad. Norm. MacKinnon on August 14, 2021 at 7:58 am

    Norm and I are thinking of you all today.and have been since we heard about Colleen leaving us all way too soon. Now all we have are cherished memories, but they are all of the fun times we shared.. May All your many memories of a beautiful Wife and Mother help you all through these difficult times . words can’t express how saddened and shocked we are and our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time We will always remember Colleen for her caring , loving nature and beautiful Smile
    RIP Colleen. “ You may be gone but will never be forgotten. “. ❤️❤️❤️

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  21. Tim and Bunny Olive
    Tim and Bunny Olive on August 14, 2021 at 9:46 am

    Rob, Bunny and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Colleen. Our prayers are with you during this tragic time. Remember all the good times you and Colleen shared and we know there were many. God Bless you brother.

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  22. Marlene & Tim Fritzler
    Marlene & Tim Fritzler on August 14, 2021 at 7:06 pm

    So sorry for your loss Rob , and also all your family . It was a joy to have known Colleen – she was an exceptional lady. I pray your wonderful memories will help you through this journey now. The service was beautiful and hopefully gave you some peace.

    Reply

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