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Colleen Kennison Obituary
Ocala - Colleen Demaris Kennison, 83, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at Munroe Regional Medical Center. Colleen was born in Auburn, IN on February 7, 1928 and moved to Ocala, FL in January 26, 1994. She was the devoted and loving wife for 65 years to surviving spouse, Charles W. She was the cherished mother of four children; Diane L. Hansen of Blaine, WA; Karen L. Langston of Lynden, WA; Debra S. Stackpole of Morrow, OH; and John C. Kennison of Lincoln, AL. She is also survived by sister Aleta M. Graves of Hudson, IN; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. There will be no viewing or funeral services as the family chooses to celebrate her life and precious memories of Colleen, in a quiet gathering at the family home.
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DebraStackpole
June 1, 2021
My mother was so wonderful, and I keep her in my heart. I look forward to being near her again. I have never lived up to her graciousness. I love you always, Mom.
Diane Hansen
June 9, 2011
Our Mom was truly a beautiful woman with a kind and gentle spirit that embraced everyone she ever knew. She brought smiles to us all and her faith and inner strength carried not only her but all the family through the tough times. Now we need that strength to get us through.
I know she will always be with me when I cook using her receipes, when I play cards and games, do crossword puzzles, listen to the music she loved or even watch her favorite TV shows.
I will always cherish her memory and the life lessons she taught me by being a shining example of what a good wife and mother should be. She has earned her place in heaven surrounded by those she loved who passed before her. Until we meet again Mom...I love you. Diane
Debbie Stackpole
June 8, 2011
To my Mom, the sweetest woman I have ever known, with the kindness and compassion for every loved one and every human being. She loved her husband with her whole heart and showed me how to love and be loved. Mom would do anything for anyone, and deserves to rest in heaven surrounded by God and those who love her. Mom, I miss you so very much but I will be with you again one day. Until then, you will live on in my heart, mind and soul. I will always talk to you and carry your image and memories with me, each and every day. Thanks for being the best Mom a girl could ever have. Always in my heart, Love, Debbie
Kris Creed
June 8, 2011
She was an amazing person, definitely one of a kind and is an example of how to live, love and laugh to everyone who knew her. She will be missed more than she could ever know. God Bless grandma, we'll see you again someday, love Kris and Steve
Gerry Hansen
June 7, 2011
Heaven will be a welcome site for you. All your pain and suffering will be gone and you will be able to be with your mother.
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