About
Colleen

Grew up in Riverton MB in the Interlake
Icelandic heritage and I’m a trucker — my family business was Riverton Transfer
Love meeting new people
Moved to Winnipeg right after graduation
Schooling was Success Commercial College
First employment — Public Press, MPIC, Fillmore & Riley Law Firm
In Brandon I worked at Brandon Court House
Enjoyed curling, slow pitch, running, biking and 2 Little Sister matches in Brandon
Appointed a Province of Manitoba Marriage Commissioner in 1993
In September 2022 I officiated at ceremony #2000
Currently live in Osborne Village with my husband Vern
Trained with In-Sight Institute in 2014 and I am a Certified Funeral Celebrant
In Winnipeg I worked at Departments of Education & Health

Some fun facts about Colleen

My favourite meal at any time of the day is called ‘dessert’
My favourite meal in a restaurant is called ‘breakfast’
My favourite drink in mornings is black coffee
And my favourite colour for anything clothing is also black
I am often multi-tasking — when I am watching TV you will find me either working on my computer or doing a Sudoko puzzle
Walking to work downtown for 16 years is the equivalent of walking across Canada twice and part-way into a third trip — and I did it!

I am caring, friendly, open and a great listener.

My friends and colleagues have praised my warm sense of humour,

calm demeanour, thoughtfulness and patience.

AND — I REALLY LOVE WHAT I DO!

p.s. This is my wedding dress from 1998. Wore it in 2022 photo shoot!

Winnipeg Family Life Celebrant