Colleen Lestage

Colleen Joanne Lestage (Gordon), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, devoted sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 73. Born on July 10, 1951, in Rosetown, Saskatchewan, Canada, Colleen was the daughter of Lawrence and Elizabeth and one of ten siblings: Bill, Marguerite (predeceased), Jim, Deborah (predeceased), Nora, Karen, Mary, Leona, and Patricia.

In 1967, Colleen married the love of her life, Alvin Lestage, on October 21, beginning a journey filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished memories. Together, they raised two sons: Darren and Wade. She was a proud grandmother to Kyler and Leiana, a loving great-grandmother to Bella, and was deeply cherished by Mary, Marlon, Chelsea, and Mike.

Colleen found her professional calling as a florist and retired as a Floral Manager at Safeway, where her creativity and dedication brought joy to many. Beyond her work, she was deeply committed to helping others, including raising funds for teenage and underprivileged mothers.

Her passions included traveling, quilting, cooking, baking, entertaining, and finding the best deals while shopping. She had an extraordinary talent for crafting beautiful gardens and heartfelt creations. Sunday dinners with family and friends were her favorite tradition, as she was always ready to prepare a special meal for any occasion or guests.

Colleen’s kindness, humor, strength, and straightforward nature were hallmarks of her personality. She provided a safe, welcoming environment for anyone in need, offering not just a clean home but a warm, home-cooked meal and a sense of belonging. Her generosity, vibrant spirit, and love of life will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who knew her.

The celebration of Colleen’s life will be on June 28th, 2025 at UNBC Charles J. McCaffray Hall Atrium. The family invites all who loved her to join in honoring her remarkable journey.