Obituary of Eliza Collins

Eliza Collins (Lavalee) October 27, 1922 - October 20, 2005 Eliza passed away in Saskatoon on Thursday morning at her residence. Formally of Lloydminster and Grand Centre, Alberta at the age of 82 years. Eliza was predeceased by her loving husband Joseph Alfred (Fred) Collins, sons-in-law Eldon Hrishchuk and Hank La Sage, and her granddaughter Tracy Zimmer. Mom is survived by three sisters and one brother-in-law: Alymere Fiddler - North Battleford Grace Gervais - Makwa Doreen (Fred) Matthew - Prince Albert Ronald (Philomon) Collins - Meadow Lake Mom will be fondly remembered by her seven children: Lorraine Le Sage - Regina Norma Hrischuk - Saskatoon Diana (Dave) Foreman - Saskatoon Marge (Art) Venance - Edmonton Bill Collins - Saskatoon Virginia (Chuck) Taylor - Lloydminster Maureen (Camille) Bergeron - Saskatoon As well as her sixteen grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. We will forever treasure the memories she left with us. The prayer service was held on Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at 8:30 P.M. and funeral mass on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Anthony’s Parish in Lloydminster, Alberta with Father Jan Sobkowicz officiating. Interment was followed at the Lloydminster City Cemetery. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster administered the funeral arrangements. Her name won’t be in history books This woman we call Mom A lady of class, dignity and looks Deserving the finest in this world and life Enduring hardships, illness and pain She was the bulwark we sheltered behind Our Idol and focus she’ll always remain She’ll always be a hero of mine Although in history books her name won’t be In our hearts she will always shine Je t’aime mon mere We would like to express our sincere thanks to family, friends, and neighbors for all the acts of kindness during our recent loss of our mother and grand parent. Our thanks to Father Jan Sobkowicz for the comforting words he provided at the prayers and funeral services. Special thanks to Honorary Pallbearers Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Pallbearers, organist, soloists and the Legion in conjunction with the Ladies Auxiliary who prepared and served lunch. Also thanks to McCaw Funeral Home and staff for all their assistance. Our most heartfelt gratitude to you all and thanks for offering your generous support in words and deeds to all of us during this difficult time. Your kindness will always be remembered. Family of Eliza Collins Donations in memory of Eliza may be made to the Alxheimer's Society.