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Donald Wilson
March 28, 2023
Another anniversary of the beautiful daughter who has left you with such fond memories. Enjoy the spirit of her.
DONALD WILSON
March 28, 2020
Jack, it does not seem possible that this many years have passed. The body is gone but the spirit is still with us. God bless you and your family.
Matt & Sharon Purzycki
April 27, 2011
April 27,2011
Jack and Families,
We have just heard of your loss of Colleen. Please accept our condolences.Our prayers of faith are with all of you.
Lisa Wend (nee Small)
April 16, 2011
Steve and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Colleen. My heart aches for you. May the wonderful memories you've made together carry you through these difficult times. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Steve Helmin
April 15, 2011
This is sad news, indeed. Colleen was a wonderful person! Please accept my heartfelt and sincere condolences.
Lowere Ostrom
April 8, 2011
Dear Ryan and Simmons families,
I am so sorry for the loss of Colleen. I so enjoyed the times we had together when our children were young. I am thankful we will see her again and for her excellent testimony of her faith in Christ. I will be praying for your family that God will comfort you as only He can do.
Lowere Ostrom
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Jan Warner
April 7, 2011
Pat Ryan & family, Simmons family: Colleen was close to the Lord Jesus Christ. Her faith in his salvation brought great comfort,courage & strength to her. Her deep love and gratitude to Him was shown in her Proverbs 31 life. She and her children brought great peace and encouragement to me whenever we met at church. Thankyou Lord for her and using her in so many people's lives. Her time on earth was short, but Lord you always know what's best. Bring courage and peace to all who miss her. Jan Warner
Don and Nancy Wilson
April 5, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nancy Peterson-Kummer
April 5, 2011
Greg, Alyssa, Steve and your extended families:
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Colleen was an exceptional Mom, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Coach and friend. She has been a blessing to so many people along the way. When God called her home He looked at Colleen and said, "Well done good and faithful servant."
Take comfort in knowing that one day you will see her again and that she is watching over you with love, along side her mom.
Maribeth Ziobrowski Frick
April 5, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I have childhood memories of Colleen and the family living just two doors away on O'Brien Ave for many yrs! She was a very beautiful person! All my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Maribeth Ziobrowski Frick
Dotti Kozersky
April 5, 2011
To the Simmons Family,
Both Zac and I are very sorry for your loss. Colleen was a great person and will not be forgotten. Our prayers are with all of you.
April 5, 2011
"My thoughts and prayers are with you. A beautiful,caring and thoughtful person.A wonderful heart and an amazing smile. May you find comfort in your family and friends." Helenlee Heagerty Island Park,NY)
Chris Pintuff
April 5, 2011
I worked with Colleen on A3, she was a great nurse and friend and made even the worst shift better just by being there and having her great attitude, she was never too busy to help her friends at work. She was just a wonderful, loving and caring person and will be greatly missed, but will be at peace in heaven.
Maciariello Family
April 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rhonda Cooper
April 5, 2011
Dear Steve,l
I am so sorry to hear about Colleen's passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rhonda Cooper
kyle wentworth
April 5, 2011
Colleen you were such a beautiful women inside and out. Besides your family you are now with God , your other love. Even though he took you too soon, we all know that you are in heaven looking down on us. You were a great nurse, beautiful wife, exceptional mom, and my friend. I will miss you. My condolences to the family of Colleen for your loss. Just know that she loved you more than words can ever say.
Dan Denisoff
April 5, 2011
To the Simmons and Ryan's,
I am sorry about the loss of Colleen. It has been a while since I've seen her, but she has always been like a sister to me. The world has lost a point of light. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill & MaryAnn Foley
April 5, 2011
Dear Jack & Family, We were so deeply saddened to hear of Colleen's passing. She was a beautiful woman, much like we remember her mother. Hold onto your precious memories of her, she will live forever in your hearts. God Bless. With Our Love & Prayers, Bill & MaryAnn Foley
Karen Schaak
April 4, 2011
To the Simmons Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Colleen and always thought very highly of her. She was an excellent nurse and extremely thoughtful and compassionate with her patients. Nothing ever seemed to bother her at work either.....she could have had the most stressful day and always appeared so calm and relaxed - patients loved her! She was a truly kind and nice person and a pleasure to be around. My thoughts are with you at this time.
April 4, 2011
To the Ryan/Simmons Family...I am so sorry for your loss of a very special lady in your lives...she deserved soo much more in life...you are all in my prayers and thoughts...Carol OMeara
Chuck Johnson
April 4, 2011
My deepest condolences for your loss. I knew Colleen many years ago and will remember her fondly. Stay strong. She would want that.
Leslie Ives
April 4, 2011
To The Simmons Family: We are so sorry for your loss! Colleen was a devoted coach and I will always remember the games out in the rain and freezing cold! What a trooper. You will be missed.
The Ives' Family
Jutta Farrell
April 4, 2011
As a Mom of one of Colleens cheerleaders, Kari Farrel, I want to let you know that the world lost a wunderful, beautiful person. We will miss her very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Debbie Brophy
April 4, 2011
Greg and Alyssa,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She was a wonderful thoughtful friend and an extraordinary nurse, a person who truly cared about everyone and had the gift of making each person feel that their problem or situation truly mattered to her- and it really did. She loved you two with her whole heart. God must have needed her in heaven but she will be with you always. My deepest sympathy to your entire family.
Ed Oleski
April 4, 2011
On behalf of Teamsters Local 294 Retirees I would like to express our sincerest sympathy to all of Colleen’s family and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ed Oleski Teamsters Local 294 Retirees President
Williams Family
April 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Simmons family. I know she was a very well loved and respected cheer coach in Schuylerville. All of her girls loved her.
Karen Angelaszek
April 4, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
John and Judy Attanasio
April 4, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jennifer Thomas
April 4, 2011
Steve, Greg & Alyssa:
We're keeping you in our thoughts and prayers - so sorry for what you are going through.
Brian & Jennifer Thomas & Family
John ONeill
April 4, 2011
Jack and Donna, Simmons family, Ryan family, my heartfelt condolence to you all, Colleen is a beautiful woman much like her mom is and I am sure they are both watching over you all now and foverever. My deepest sympathies.....
April 4, 2011
Deepest condolences for the Simmons family. Colleen was always so good with the cheerleaders and parents. She will be missed greatly.
The Amodeo/Winnie Family
Shari Miller
April 4, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Simmons family. Colleen was my daughter Cassie's cheerleading coach, and I respected her for the genuine care she showed for her cheerleaders. Rest in peace.
Dave Carey
April 4, 2011
My condolences to the entire family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dave Carey
Wilton New York
Benita Pitting
April 4, 2011
My condolences to the Simmons Family.
Colleen: You were such a awesome person. So many years we worked during book fairs, bake sales and countless PTA meetings. You touched so many peoples lives and you will be carried in all our hearts. God got a special angel when he took you.
April 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Colleen was a very caring and devoted person to her family, patients, cheerleaders and everyone she knew, she will be missed by all. Cathy Fragassi
April 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Steve.The Polcare Family
April 3, 2011
Coach Simmons, Thank you for making my first year of High School Cheerleading Wonderful. My deepest condolences to your family. Melissa (Shambo) Thompson
Laurie Welch-Carlson
April 3, 2011
As a mom of one of "Coach Simmons" cheerleaders, words cannot express how deeply we all will feel her loss. Colleen is an inspiration to devotion and to giving to others. She worked long, hard hours for "her girls" in cheerleading and always expressed concern for the well being. She was a very devoted Coach. Many times, Coach Simmons would pick up the girls for practice and drop them off afterwards, no matter how tired or maybe not well she felt, she never, ever let the Schuylerville Cheerleading Team down. She was devoted to the girls. I want to take this time to express my deepest sympathy to Colleen's family and to all of her friends as well as the Schuylerville Varsity Cheerleading team girls past and present. As a parent, I also admired her courage, her devotion and her tenacity. We will all miss her very much.
Tracy Wendt
April 3, 2011
I enjoyed three wonderful years with her as my coach and mentor. She had a wonderful heart and spirit. Coach Colleen - Thanks for the wonderful memories. You will be missed. My deepest sympathy to her family. May your memories help you through the days ahead. Tracy Carpenter Wendt
James Brooks
April 3, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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