KINGSBURY – Colleen Sullivan Viele, 86, passed away, April 20, 2014, (Easter Sunday), after a long and stoic battle with Diabetes and Heart Disease.
Colleen worked at GE for 20+ years and after retiring she volunteered at the ACC Daycare Center for several years until she left to take care of her grandkids for 18 years and great grandkids for the last 3 years. She was a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend. Her family was the center of her life and that sometimes included the Kingsbury neighborhood kids who could usually be found playing in the yard alongside her 8 children.
She was predeceased by her daughter, Kelly Ann Sullivan, her son in law Noel Barber, stepson Craig Viele and her 6 siblings.
She is survived by her husband Lester Viele, her children Dawn (Calvin) Pugh, Kris Barber, Lois Sullivan, Colleen (Kenny) Spaulding, Joseph Sullivan and his Fiance Kelly Carpenter, Dennis (Virginia) Sullivan, Thomas (Christine) Sullivan. Step Children Connie (Jeff) MIller, Cindy (Jeff) Kendierski, Chuck(Kathy)Viele. Her sister Ellen Pezzi. Brother in Law Ernie Viele. Grandchildren Jamie Knight, Jason Knight, Jolene (Josh) Cronin, Elizabeth Sullivan and Dennis & Michael Sullivan. Also Scott Beckwith, Chipper Viele, Christina Kelsey, Jeremy Viele, Genvieve Viele, Tim Woodard. Great Grandchildren Olivia and Alex Cronin and several step-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be on Wednesday, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Funeral services will conducted, 11 a.m. on Thursday, at the Funeral Home.
Burial will follow at Kingsbury Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.
The family would like to thank Dr. Kandora and his staff for 30 years of excellent care. The family would also like to thank the Glens Falls Hospital Emergency room doctors and nurses for the care & compassion they showed her on her many visits there.
No flowers please – Donations can be made to the Kingsbury Cemetery Association c/o PO Box 13, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, New York 12205.
Aunt Colleen will never be forgotten. Peace and Love for those left behind. Love Diane and Gary
Much love to the family. Aunt Col was a very special lady. While our hearts are missing her take joy in the fact that she is now singing her heaven song with the angels.
Much love to the family. Aunt Col was a very special lady. While our hearts are missing her take joy in the fact that she is now with the angels singing her heaven song.
I have fond memories of Aunt Colleen when my family was upstate visiting. Thinking of her loved ones and friends during this time.
Rhoda Butler daughter of Dale (Dittmar) Berner
I’ll never forget Aunt Colleen and the summers I visited with her
And your family. she was like a older sister always up never down.
I remember all the things she taught me and cherish the memory.
God Bless All, Love Dale berner and family
A wonderful woman.. like none I’d ever met. I heart of gold and a light that shone forever. All my love to everyone in our family. Know that I will miss her everyday.
Kelly and JOE and FAMILY
Sorry to hear about your loss
Every time I had an opportunity to see Aunt Colleen it was always wonderful to see her again. To see the smile in her eyes, share a warm hug with her. I can see her smile now… Even though I did not get to visit with her often enough, she has always been a gift in my life. I will miss her very much.
Les and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Colleen.
I recall Kelly talking about her as a single working mom who always made time for her children. How happy Kelly was when Les came into her life.
I know she enjoyed the ACC Child Care Center as a volunteer for several years.
She was gracious and most remarkable person.
Sincerely,
Mike Kerman,ACC retired
Les and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Colleen.
I recall Kelly talking about her as a single working parent who always made time for her children.
I know she enjoyed the ACC Child Care Center as a volunteer for several years.
She was a most gracious and one remarkable person.
Mike Kerman,ACC retired
Deeply saddened by the news of Colleen’s passing. She was a charming wonderful person. Anyone lucky enough to know her, should hold those memories close. Regards and thoughts to her family. Mary Anne
We didn’t know her but we worked with little Colleen for many years. Our condolences to the whole family. Our hearts are with you all and your loss.
Love,
Jill and Mike