Colleen Dorion

Nancy Colleen Dorion was born in London, Ontario Nov. 25, 1959 and passed away in Banff, Alberta on Nov. 24, 2014. She was predeceased by her parents, Harold and Marjorie Howting, as well as her two brothers- Paul and David. She is survived by her husband Dale and son Daniel, sisters Jane (Greg) Maxwell and Beverly Howting, and brother Alan (Susan) Howting and their extended families.

Colleen moved west in the early 80's to work at Storm Mountain Lodge and started the Banff Bakery in 1985. Colleen and Dale were married in 1987 and her son Daniel was born in 1989. In 1991 they opened The Viewpoint Book and Card store in Banff which they still operate today.

Colleen cherished the memories of her early life in Ontario, especially the family lakeside cottage and her high school years in Mt. Forest, ON. She forged friendships that are still strong. Out west, she loved being outdoors in the mountains. She had a deep love for Danny and took joy and pride in all his endeavours.

Colleen dealt bravely with a chronic pain condition for the last

17 years but did whatever she could to share in both good

and difficult times.

She will be missed by all who knew her and will be remembered

as a beautiful and kind person.

Friends wishing to remember Colleen can make a donation to the Erythromelalgia Association or other chronic pain research foundation or to an animal shelter of your choice.

Cremation has taken place. Co wished that a get-together celebrating her life with family and friends to be held in the new year.

Services provided by Russ Reynolds and Bow River Funeral Service.