COLWELL, VELMA RUTH - 1924 - 2012 - Velma Ruth Colwell passed away peacefully at The Moncton Hospital on Saturday, December 8, 2012. Born in O’Leary, PEI on November 14, 1924. She is survived by her loving husband Sherman, daughters; Candace (Russell), Shelley (Sheldon), sons; Jeff and Barry, one grandchild Kyler Mackie (Nikki), sister Norma Morley, niece Patti Morley, several nephews, and her lifelong best friend Betty MacQuarrie. In addition to her parents, Velma was predeceased by her sister Phyllis Bohus. The family would like to thank Velma’s Caregivers, especially Roxanne Dubois Black and Lisa Pink, who were with her in her final months. Also the nursing staff of the 5100 and 5200 wings of The Moncton Hospital for going above and beyond their duties.
There will be no visiting hours, A graveside service will be held in August of 2013. As your expression of sympathy memorial donations to The World Wildlife Fund, SPCA or to the Lewy Body Association (for Dementia) would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fair Haven Funeral Home, 1177 Salisbury Road, Moncton (506) 852-3530. The family invites you to send online condolences to www.fairhavenmemorial.ca