It is with great sadness that the family announces the death
of Colleen Lillian (Phillips) Farrell of Rusagonis, NB on October 22,
2020, at Hospice House, Fredericton, NB at the age of
89.
Colleen was the wife of the late John (Jack) S. Farrell. Born
in Rusagonis, NB on March 15, 1931 to the late Jack H. and Annie V.M.
(Davidson) Phillips.
She leaves behind 10 children, Harry (Debbie), Lynn of
Edmonton, AB, Malcolm (Diane), Jane Anne McLaughlin, Garth (Penny),
Warren (Lisa) of Edmonton, AB, Heather Boudreau (Ronald), Marlene
Rideout (Wallace) of Petawawa, ON, Joan Rushton (Kevin), Evelyn
Farrell (Don). 19 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, sister Aletha
Jones, sister-in-law Lanore Targett, as well as several nieces and
nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased
by 1 infant daughter Frances Elizabeth, 1 granddaughter, 3
great-grandchildren, her only brother Jackie Phillips, daughter-in-law
Helene Johnson, and brothers and sisters-in-law.
She loved reading, coloring, puzzles, and also knitting and
quilting for her family. She was a member of the Rusagonis Baptist
Church, LOBA #423 and Central Rusagonis Women’s Institute
for many years
Sincere heartfelt appreciation extended to Extra Mural
Oromocto, and Hospice House Fredericton for their compassionate care
and kindness.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions there will be no visitation or
funeral service at this time. Celebration of a wonderful life will be
held at Rusagonis Baptist Church, with burial to follow at Rusagonis
Cemetery at a later date.
For those who wish, memorial donations in Colleen’s
memory may be made to Rusagonis Baptist Church, NB Kidney Foundation,
Hospice House, Fredericton, NB or charity of donor’s
choice.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Colleen Lillian Farrell 19312020..
Death notice for the town of: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick