Lynn Colbert

Our beloved Lynn passed away peacefully in Abbotsford, BC on May 2nd, 2023, at the age of 74 after a seven-week battle with cancer. Lynn is survived by her husband Wes of 53 years, son Ryan (Nicole), Jessica and Julia. Daughter Karla (Jeff), Kailee and Michael. She is also survived by her 3 siblings, Gary (Dorothy), Toni (Will), Shane (Robyn) and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, Terry and Marjorie Davis. Lynn was born in Rotheram Yorkshire, England on October 22, 1948. She sailed with her family to Canada on her fifth birthday and resided in many places in Canada and the United States over the next decade. She met Wes in Surrey BC where they dated for 5 years until they were married in 1969. Through their life together, they lived in Surrey, Sechelt, Prince George, and Abbotsford. Lynn worked primarily at home taking care of her family but also worked as a bookkeeper at Capco Blacktop, Acklands, and Barry’s School of Dance. Lynn was an avid volunteer for 25 years in the Prince George and Abbotsford School Districts even after her own children graduated from high school. Lynn always helped in the community whenever she could and always believed in helping anyone in need. Lynn was proud to be crowned Ms. Timber Days in Sechelt in 1977 along with being the President of the Prince George Ladies Slo-Pitch Association where she was a pitcher that won a league championship. She enjoyed travelling, tap dancing, sorority, going for her Friday lunches with Dad and cheering on her children and grandchildren in everything they were involved in. Lynn was someone who opened her home to all family, friends, and her children’s friends. The Colbert house was a meeting place and hub for many good times, gatherings, and of course, the infamous Hallowe’en party. Everyone was always welcome at the Colbert house and Lynn made especially sure people were well fed, taken care of, supported, and had a place to sleep or even live if necessary. She loved her family, children, and grandchildren with all her heart. We do not know what to do without her, as she was our largest and most loyal supporter. We would like to thank all the doctors and nurses at ARH and Cancer Centre as we received excellent care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to BC Children’s Hospital (http://www.bcchildrens.ca/donate) as mom donated yearly to this cause. A celebration of life will be held Saturday June 24th at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre (30636 North Parallel Road) in Abbotsford, BC at 2 pm. All are welcome.