George Edward Collett
March 19, 2012
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to a loving husband and father, George Edward Collett. Surrounded by his loving family he passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 19th, 2012 in his 77th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Eileen Collett. Cherished father of Bonita Dua and Wayne of Cambridge and Blair and Jackie Collett of London. Wonderful grandpa of Rachelle Dua and Austin Collett, Kayli and Zachary McGuffin. George will be sadly missed by his siblings Charlie and Molly Collett, Calvin and Vera Collett, Lewis and Passy Collett, Frank and Irene Collett, Madonna Hollett and Ed, and Irene Penny and Dave. Also missed by his in-laws Ivy and Llewelyn Shears, Clifford and Linda Moss, and Ron Upshall. Missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Austin and Jessie Collett and sister Marie Upshall. Visitation will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Saturday, March 24th, 2012 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. where a celebration of George’s life will follow at 3:00 p.m. Special thanks to Dr. Sanatani and Nancy Gregg , Dr. Wall, Dr. Ferguson, and the V.O.N. In lieu of flowers, donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Cancer Centre or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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(Donated to Ottawa Carleton Regional Cancer Centre)
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Dear Eileen and family: Please knoe that though I never had an opportunity to meet you, I knew George. He signed my Certificate of Proficiency in Radio , May 14, 1975 -- that was when I was living in Wawa. Further to that I knew George because of amatuer radio activities in the Wawa and Sault St Marie area until 1980. Recently, I had the great pleasure of seeing george again at Tuesday morning coffee sessions at Cherryhill Mall -- George participated with a group of London amteurs for converstaiont and coffee. Please know that George was a very special person and I have great memories of respect for him and for his willingness to share knowledge about "all things radio". There are many "hams" in Ontario who are truly sorry to lose George. Please know that my thoughts are with you and all other members of your family. Sincerely, Ian Seddon, London, Ontario
Dear Eileen, Bonita, Blair, and family, please accept my sincere condolences, and our prayers. I had the pleasure to work and learn much from George over many years, he was always a very kind, patient and gentle man who left a good, lasting impression on everybody who met him. Find comfort in that he now rests in eternal peace. Wish I could visit to pay my respects. Gerard near Ottawa.
Dear Aunt Eileen, Bonita & Blair, All our love and thoughts are with you all in this time of sadness. Always will remember the joyful times and everlasting impact Uncle George brought to our lives. Please take care.
Dear Eileen! I just read George's obituary in our paper and remember him with fondness each time that I went to visit and study with you. He was such a great family man and I would make a point to chat with him at the Greyhound games. Cancer is such a devastating disease and it's so sad to see your loved ones suffer. Do be steadfast in your faith and convictions that George is continuing to enjoy his life elsewhere without illness or pain. Love from a classmate and friend. Kathy Gallop
Dear Eileen, Bonita and Blair; It is with great sadness that I offer my sympathies to you at the time of your husband and father's passing. I have many fond memories of your father and thought very highly of him. I will always treasure those memories. I hope that as you celebrate his life it will bring you comfort in his passing. He was a truly wonderful man and will be remembered fondly.
Eileen, Bonita & Blair & Families: So sorry to hear of your sad news ...sending you and your family our sincere sympathies...You are in our thoughts and prayers today and always. May you take comfort from family and friends in the many memories you share. Take Care
George your are going to be missed so very very much. We will miss our card games and our pool game and just you George and me Art cribbage game. We will must our special dinners together. You have been a great buddy and cousin from Harbour Buffett to here. Our deepest sympathy to your dear special Eileen and your two wonderful chrildrea Bonita & Blair and their familys. We love you lots and will miss you terribley. Love Art, Sheila, and Lynn and wee Missy
Eileen!!! so sorry to hear about George's passing.our condolences to you and your family, at this very difficult time..cora and jerrett
Eileen, Bonita, & Blair, We extend our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time. We are thinking of you. Marjorie and Robert
It is with a heavy heart and sadness to hear of your passing, old friend. George was a very dear , loyal friend since '56 and will be missed so much. George, cribbage and golf will never be the same without you. Although you are not with us physically, you will always be so fondly remembered in our memories. Eileen, you have done a yoeman job in your support to him during his long, suffering fight; we hope you find comfort in knowing that we are here for you now and in the future. Our heartfelt sorrow goes out to Bonita and Blair and all the family as we know you are missing him so mcuh. We all have been blessed just having him in our lives. Art and Yvonne
Aunt Eileen, Bonita, Wayne, Blair & Jackie we are so sorry to hear of Uncle George's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Sorry we can't be there with you guys but our hearts are with you. Take comfort in knowing he isn't in pain anymore and he is at peace. Take care and know that we are just a phone call away if you need anything. Love Gail & Glenn.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family,at this sad time..George was a wonderful man and I know you will miss him... remember the good times and your memories with George....you will never forget but time will ease the pain as you know now that George is without pain.....take care and hope to see you again soon...sincerely Betty and John
Dear Eileen and family, I am saddened about George's passing. George fought cancer with much diginity, courage and strength. He did so well with all his treatment for so long. He never complained, or asked for very much. I always enjoyed chatting with him and you, Eileen. He was a kind, quiet man that I will remember very fondly and I will miss him. Eileen-You were a great support to George throughout his cancer journey. Please know that I am here if ever you need to talk. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family as you move forward. Please find comfort in all the wonderful memories that you created through the years with George. Kind regards, Nurse Nancy
Thinking of you, Eileen at this time in your life. Hope to see you again soon.
Dear Eileen and family, George was a fine man and will be sadly missed.
Dear Eileen and family, George was a fine man nad will be sadly missed.
Dear Eileen, Bonita & Blair, Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. George was a wonderful friend to our Dad, Ed, for many, many years. Our late Mom, Betty, and Dad enjoyed lots of fun times with Eileen & George along with their wonderful friends Yvonne & Art Seymour. We know too well the sadness that you are feeling. We also know that with time the sadness will become a little less and you will find much joy in some wonderful memories of your loving husband, Dad and Grandpa. With our love, Linda Hancock (& Mazen Soubra)
Dear Eileen, Bonita, Blair & Family, Thinking of you and wishing you comfort and strength in the days ahead. We remember George with fondness and are sorry to hear of his passing. Our deepest sympathies. Sincerely, John Edward, Amy & Family
We were so sorry to hear of Uncle George's passing. Our deepest sympathies for your loss, and you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Paul and Bonnie and our father Ron also would like to offer their condolences at this time. Uncle George will be greatly missed by all.
Our deepest condolences to you Eileen and your entire families. George will be missed and remembered as a very quiet and kind individual. It was a pleasure to meet him after a number of years of corresponding and was an enjoyable winter that we were able to spend with both of you. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. Love and hugs to you in this time of sorrow and the loss of not only a husband but of a good friend.
Very sorry to hear of George's passing. I have known George since we were young boys attending school in Harbour Buffett, he was a great guy. Eileen, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
We are so thankful that you and George became part of our lives. We are thinking of you and your family with loving thoughts and prayers.
We are very sad to hear of George's passing. He became a neighbour and friend through Bonita and we spent some very nice times together, especially on the back deck. We kept in touch even though we are living in Mexico, and will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Eileen,Bonita, Wayne and the rest of the family. Fran and Russ Mexico
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Dear Eileen and Family. My deepest sympathy to you at this sad time. George was a true and loyal friend. Ed.
~ ED h ancock