LONGEN, Colleen McCormack, 49, of Brandon, passed away
August 27, 2007 surrounded by her loving family and friends.
She fought a courageous battle against colon cancer for the past two years.
Colleen was born February 5, 1958 in Providence, RI to the
late John and Claire (Sandin) McCormack.
She will celebrate her 50th birthday next year in heaven with all the Angels.
She lived in the Brandon area for 20 years, coming from Pensacola, FL.
Colleen had a special flair for fashion & merchandising as a respected manager
for many years of Ross Stores, Brandon Mall and SYMS Stores.
Colleen enjoyed traveling with her husband, Rich, spending four magical years in Germany.
She was an avid reader and enjoyed working in her garden. She was active with the American Cancer Society-Brandon Relay for Life and gave of her time as a volunteer with the Animal Services of Hillsborough County.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 30 years, Richard,
son; Christopher, brother; Richard Butler,
sisters; Kelley (Rick) Foster and Robin Pujol.
A loving wife, mother, sister and friend, her laughter and bright smile will be missed
by all who knew her and loved her.
Colleen will be remembered for her kind heart, friendship, loyalty and generosity.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 30, 2007 from
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Colleen's Life will be held at 10:30 am on
Friday, August 31, 2007 at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home.
Special thanks and appreciation to Dr. Garrett and his staff and to Moffitt Cancer Center.
Donations may be made in memory of Colleen to:
American Cancer Society
1462 Oakfield Drive
Brandon, FL 33511
or
LifePath Hospice,
13973 Telecom Parkway, Suite 100
Temple Terrace, FL 33637.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.serenitymeadows.com