Colleen Joy Hiatt (née Rauckman)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved mother and wife, Colleen Joy Hiatt, who left us peacefully on December 27, 2024 at the age of 70 after a brief battle with cancer.

Born on September 10, 1954 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, she was the cherished daughter of Joy and John and a beloved sister to Leslie, Jack, Wayne and Bill. Devoted wife of 50 years to David (Dave) Hiatt.

Throughout her life, Colleen was known for her boundless love, kindness and unwavering devotion to her family and friends. She was a mother who always put the needs of others before her own, providing comfort, wisdom and warmth in times of joy and sorrow. Her nurturing spirit made her the heart and soul of our family and she will forever be remembered for the beautiful home she created and the profound impact she had on each of us.

Colleen spent much of her childhood living in Long Beach, California with her family before they moved back to Saskatchewan in her early teens. She graduated high school and moved to Saskatoon to work for CIBC. While living in Saskatoon, she played in a senior league provincial softball team, an accomplishment she was very proud of. During this time, she was introduced to
Dave Hiatt, a friend of her brother Wayne.

Colleen and Dave were married in July 1975 and had three children. Over the years, the family moved throughout Canada for Dave’s job with CN Rail to Thunder Bay, Winnipeg, Montréal and finally St. Albert, where they spent 27 years. They most recently moved to a newly built home in Edmonton. In addition to her role as a devoted mother and wife, Colleen was passionate about making connections with people. She truly believed in the value of community and friendship. She had a deep love for crafts and creating things by hand. She also had a deep love for travelling and creating memories through experiences with family.

Colleen was an accomplished accountant who was proud of the work she did for various companies over the years.

Colleen leaves behind her loving children, Jaymie (Drew) Davey, Kimberley (Leon) Roberts and Anthony (Lacey) Hiatt, eight grandchildren as well as many dear relatives and friends. She was
predeceased by her parents, Joy and John Rauckman, and her brother, Jack Rauckman.

A celebration to honor her life will be held at a later date. All who knew her are welcome to attend and celebrate her extraordinary life.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Colleen's memory to Cross Cancer Institute – Cancer Care Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta.

We take comfort in knowing that her love and legacy will live on in all of us.

Rest in peace, dear Colleen and know that you will forever be missed but never forgotten.