Colleen was born on February 2, 1949 in New London, Connecticut to the late John Christian and Lillian Cate Hansley and was one of four children born to that union. She has been a resident of New Iberia for many years.
She was a devoted mother and grandmother and was known for her kindness to those less fortunate. Her willingness to go the extra mile to help others will leave a lasting legacy.
Colleen was employed by the New Iberia City Police and retired as Sergeant after nineteen years of service.
Her hobbies included reading about Native American history, WWII history and serving as a leader for the Law Enforcement Explorer Scouts.
She had a love for animals and was known for caring for many strays throughout the years.
Her good cooking and fun loving spirit will be missed by all.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Kimberly Dieudonne’ and husband William of New Iberia; Cate Plauche of Lafayette; Casey Plauche and wife Candace of Carencro; Lucas Plauche of Loreauville and Michael Barnhill of Loreauville; four grandchildren, Desiree Bourque; Margo Plauche; Annie Plauche and Clay Plauche; two great grandchildren, Claire Bourque and Sidney Bourque and one sister, Madeleine Ingalls and husband Jerry of Cottageville, SC.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her grandson, Gabriel Bourque; one brother, John G. Hansley and one sister, Georgianna Hansley.
In honor of Colleen’s love for law enforcement please consider making a contribution in her name to the New Iberia Police Department, 457 E. Main Street, New Iberia, LA 70560.
As per Colleen’s wishes there will be no visitation or services held.
To view the on-line obituary and sign the guest register, please visit www.evangelinefuneralhome.com.
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
