
August 28, 1965 – Esterhazy, Saskatchewan
February 12, 2017 – Calgary, Alberta
Doris, beloved wife of Derek Coulson of Calgary, AB, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2017 at the age of 51 years.
Doris was born August 28th, 1965 in Esterhazy, Saskatchewan. At a young age she moved to Powell River, BC for a few years before the family moved to Calgary, Alberta where she made her home. After graduating high school, she went to work for Economical Insurance where she built a 30 year long career. When the company downsized she left to work for Wawanesa where she quickly became a respected supervisor.
Doris loved her family more than anything else. Her little grand daughter was the light of her life. They spent many days together playing princesses and reading stories. She is forever loved and deeply missed. In both life and death Doris has touched the lives of family and friends.
Doris is survived by her loving husband Derek Coulson; daughters and sons-in-law, Angela Coulson and Tyler Willson and Maddison Coulson and Jeff Linantud; granddaughter Alivia; sister Marion and her partner Mike; brother Calvin and his wife Monica; sister January, as well as numerous aunts and uncles. She was predeceased by her mother Mary-Jane Zinman and father Morgan Anderson. May their spirits happily reunite.
Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street S.E.) on Friday, February 17, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Doris Coulson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th STREET S.E.. Telephone: 403-203-0525.
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My deepest sympathy to the Coulson Family.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I so enjoyed working with Doris, she was fun, patient and kind.
Doris will be missed.
We will miss you auntie. Rest in peace and we will see you again one day.
My condolences to the Coulson family. I had the pleasure of working with Doris not so many years ago. She was funny, smart, supportive, and always made time for people. She will be missed.
So sorry to hear about Doris passing. Our heart goes out to you and your family.
Rest in peace Doris. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Love you all.
Dear Derek and family we send our condolences and are so sorry for the loss of Doris (wife, mother, grandmother). She may have gone but she will live on in our hearts forever when we remember the fun times all shared.
Dear Derek and family we send our condolences and are so sorry for the loss of Doris (wife, mother, grandmother). She may have gone but she will live on in our hearts forever when we remember the fun times we all shared.
So sorry for the loss of such an amazing person. Doris was loved by many and will be missed. The love for her husband and her daughters and granddaughter showed through everyday. All you needed to do was walk by her desk to see the family that she brought with her everyday in her thoughts. She was so proud of all of you.
She was always so willing to help and listen to others with a kind word, a huge smile, and a gentle hug and seemed to be able to figure out just what was needed at each moment. I am so grateful that I got to know her and call her not only my co-worker, but also my friend.
My thoughts, prayers and hugs go out to all the family.
Our sincere condolences during this difficult time. May you find comfort in your family & friends
My deepest sympathy to the Coulson Family.
I had the joy of working with Doris, she was always a pleasure to be around.
Madison, we are very sorry for not being able to be there supporting you during this hard time. We hope that your mom’s memories, the love of Jeff and family surrounding you will give you strength to continue. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love You
Mario, Xavi & Manuela
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you remember your wife, mother and grandmother.
We know you will miss her deeply.
Dear Derek and family.
So sorry to hear of Doris’s death. Please accept our deepest sympathy. We are good friend’s of your cousin Anne Baker and we were guests with them at your home for dinner, a long time ago.
It sometimes helps to know that others are thinking of you.
Bob & Pat Parker
So sorry to hear of your loss so young life is just not fair. All our thoughts from Marg bratton and boys in England and David in Vancouver. RIP Doris much love
Derek I know we didn’t get enough time to spend with you both, I was saddened to hear about Doris. You will be in our thoughts and prayers and hope you all stay strong. Hugs and kisses to you all.
Lots of love
Christine,Jeff Cook and family
Maddison – I am so sorry to hear about your mother.
Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family.
With a heavy heart please accept our deepest condolences.
Our hearts are saddened by your loss
Thoughts and prayers go out to the the family
Angela, words can’t fully explain just how sorry I am for the loss of your mother. She struck me as a wonderful person, and I am glad that I had the privilege of meeting her. My many condolences to you and your family in this difficult time. Just know that she will always be with you in your heart and in your memories.
Derek, Angela & Maddison we are very saddened by the loss of Doris. Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you.
Our heartfelt condolences Jeff, Maddison and family. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your family and friends for strength.
Our precious niece Doris, we love you , admire your accomplishments and tenacity for life. May you receive due blessings in everlasting life with our Lord Jesus Christ. Our concern for your family is Love & empathy. Amen. Auntie Grace & Uncle Armand.
Maddison, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May your memories bring you joy and the love of your family and friends bring you comfort. My sincere condolences to you and your family, Pat.
My deepest sympathy to the Coulson Family.
May you find peace and comfort in your memories.
Doris will be missed.
Doris: I wish we’d had more time together to get to know each other better. Distance was a factor living miles apart. I know you loved my brother and your children and granddaughter unconditionally as they loved you. I have no words on your untimely death, gone too soon. Pain free now, rest in peace beautiful lady. I’ll think of you always. My thoughts are with Derek, Angela, Maddison and Alivia at this very sad time. God bless. All our love..Susan, Alyson & Derek Ross
Derek and family. My deepest condolences on Doris’ passing. She was a great woman who always made me laugh and it was a pleasure to call her a coworker and a friend. There are many memories I will treasure and when I recall them will smile and think of her. May she watch over you always
Vern and I send our deepest condolences to Derek and his family. Also to Marion and her family. We didn’t know her well, but she was part of our family. May you find comfort in each other and know that she will always be with you.
I have known Doris for many years through the broker side. Doris was always a pleasure to deal with and will be truly be missed. Peace, Prayers and Blessing to the Coulson Family. Rosemary Kimmel
Rest in paradise, Doris. You were such an amazing person. I always felt so welcomed by you, at your house when I came to visit Angela, or when you helped me get my first “big girl” job at your office. You will be missed so much. I’m so thankful I got the opportunity to meet you and your family. My deepest condolences and love to you Ang, Alivia, Maddie, Derek, and the rest of your family.
Derek, may you and your family be strong through this difficult time. My heart breaks for the loss you have suffered. Doris is a special person, so warm-hearted and loving; I still can’t believe the news. Rest peacefully sweet lady xo
Doris, you will be dearly missed by your friends and colleagues at work. I am truly blessed to have known you, not only as a peer but a dear friend. You have always been so kind and caring and most of all I will miss your positive attitude, support and encouragement as a friend. You have remained strong, calm and collected throughout your battle and have always put others first even when you were in pain and suffering. I will always remember your smile and your cheerful voice. RIP my dear friend. You will be in my heart forever.
My condolences to Derek, Angela, Madison and Alivia on the loss of Doris, as wife, mother and grandmother. Having been a friend and co-worker of Doris for the past few years, I feel blessed to have known Doris, even for such a short period of time as she was a very rare and special person. Doris could light up a room with her positive attitude, her smile and her laughter. I will miss seeing Doris at the office each day, however her spirit lives on and she will be forever captured in my heart.
Derek and Family my deepest sympathy on the passing of Doris. I have had the pleasure of dealing with Doris as a broker while she worked for Economical Insurance for many years always helpful and I am sure with a smile on her face. My thoughts are with you
Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Doris, will be missed by many.
She touched so many lives with her positive, genuine and fun loving spirit.
Larry and Karen Erhardt
Sorry to hear of your loss. We enjoyed hearing the stories about Doris today at the ceremony and will miss her smiling face in the neighbourhood.
The Rizzo family
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Doris and it truly was a pleasure! She was a wonderful lady who cared for everyone. And you could tell she loved her husband, daughters and granddaughter just by having a conversation with her. She will be missed!
Our condolences and prayers to Doris, she was not just a colleague but a friend, there was something missing yesterday I could not remember what was bugging me, then I saw Anne’s post I entirely missed the services yesterday. I’ll include you in my prayer, rest in peace Doris.
Doris was lovely. From the moment we met her we felt comfortable in her presence and knew exactly she was a treasure of a woman, wife, mother, family member and friend . We had some good times in the company of Derek and Doris and knew their priority in life was their family and friends. Doris was a fun person to be with but could be a listening ear and empathetic to others. What could anyone ask for more than that? Forever missed but never forgotten. Lots of love xxxx
Derek we are so saddened for your loss and our love and thoughts are with you all. We didn’t have the privilege of meeting Doris but she was a beautiful caring lady. The tributes speak for themselves.
Love and blessings,
Wendy, George, Jordan and Aunt Maureen xx
Derek so sorry for your loss .Thinking of you all .Gillian and Mark and family xxx