DORTON, Colleen Marie

Port Hawkesbury, NS

October 2, 1986 - June 14, 2024

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Colleen Marie Dorton of Dagger Woods, formerly from Port Hawkesbury, at the young age of 37.

She is survived by Father, Daniel Robert Dorton (Port Hawkesbury). Siblings, Crystal Dorton (Joshua Knocton) Dagger Woods; Diane Dorton (Johnathan Kennedy) Port Hawkesbury; Nieces, Sophia and Arabella Dorton, Port Hawkesbury; Rielle Knocton, Dagger Woods; Aunts, Crystal (Clifford) Hawley; Cynthia Smith; Wanda (Joey) Chaisson; Glenda (Bobby) Clark; Yvonne Dorton; Donna Dorton, Diane (Malcolm) Matheson; Estell Dorton. Uncles, Paul (Jeannie) Dorton; John (Sharon) Dorton; Donald (Faith) Dorton; Brent (Bernice) Timmons; Jeff Timmons; Kirt Timmons; Dexter Timmons; Johnny (Rose-Mary) Richard; Linda Timmons.

She is predeceased by Mother, Marsha Dorton. Grandparents, Dan R and Pearl Dorton; Donald and Colletta Timmons; uncle, Jim Dorton; Godfather/Uncle, Hughie Dorton; Uncle, Gordon Smith; Godmother, Peggy Roach; Special Grandmother by choice, Viola Fraser; Great Uncle Walter Dorton.

Colleen had the gift to gab. She could spark up a conversation with anyone. She had friends everywhere. During her life she overcame obstacles, no one else thought possible. She was very strong willed and determined.

Colleen enjoyed her life and impressed many, who had the pleasure of meeting her. She had worked at Walmart in Port Hawkesbury for sixteen years. She brought so many smiles to peoples faces who stopped by to have a chat. She fought hard those 16 years, giving her all even through her tough days, always showing up with a smile.

Colleen enjoyed the simple things in life. She was her happiest heading out on the weekends with her mother to enjoy late nights at the Port Hawkesbury Legion or the Carriage House, sitting around and gossiping with her friends. She loved listening and dancing to the music. She would never turn down an opportunity to dance the night away.

Colleen was always daddy’s girl. The first born to steal Danny’s heart. He took so much pride in all her accomplishments. He was Colleen’s private taxi, making sure she got out on the weekends to enjoy herself, giving her the opportunity to go to Granville Green, work at Walmart, taking drives to see family and making sure she had the best Christmas possible. She had her father wrapped around her fingers.

Colleen's whole life revolved around her 3 nieces. The days they were born, she was the proudest. Sophia - the oldest, her God Daughter, spent endless days and nights never being apart. They enjoyed going out shopping together and Snapchat filters. Always being each other's listening ears and can't forget the love they shared with cuddles, kisses and hugs. They were each other's rock. The bond these two shared will never be broken and will live on in Sophia's heart forever.

Arabella was Colleen’s sidekick. She enjoyed being snuggled so close to Colleen and sharing endless laughs while scrolling through Snapchat, finding the silliest filters and bursting out laughing. Bella also enjoyed and took part in doing anything possible for Colleen. She would be the first to the kitchen to make Colleen a coffee, some toast and an egg.

Colleen was the absolute best Aunt to Sophia and Bella, giving them anything and everything. She spoiled those girls at Christmas time, birthdays, you name it, she never hesitated to spend a dollar on them. She was the proudest aunt you could ever ask for. She will be missed, so dearly.

While growing up in Port Hawkesbury, she always had her twin sisters. Crystal and Diane grew up always having the respect and drive to appreciate people of all abilities. Colleen was their hero. They looked up to her and made sure she was always included.

Crystal and her brother-in-law, Josh, had a special bond with Colleen. Taking her into their care after her mother passed away. From the day she moved in, she knew she was safe. She had so much love for both. She always said she was treated like a Queen. She enjoyed her hot dogs and her Pepsi. Josh treated her like his own. She was so loved. It was never a dull moment being an aunt to 5 dogs, she loved each and every one and they made her so happy. She will be missed by Porky, Benji, Remi, Sasha and Scotch. Her newest niece, Rielle, came early at 27 weeks. She wanted to make sure Colleen got a glimpse of her with pictures and facetimes. Colleen was so proud of Rielle. Always making sure she was doing okay. She couldn't wait to hold her and spoil her too.

Colleen and her sister Diane loved each other immensely. She was so proud of the mother Diane became. Diane made sure Colleen always had the most beautiful pictures, and Aunty gifts. She made Colleen feel so blessed. She will also miss her fur Nephew Harley, who always put a smile on her face.

Colleen’s most favorite pastime was talking on Facetime, seeing her friends and family light up with each call. It got Colleen through some dark days. She was the happiest talking to Harriet Timmons. She could never get enough. She would enjoy every minute of their chats four or five times a day. Harriet kept Colleen calm, happy, loved and adored. The family can’t thank her enough for her support. If she wasn’t talking to Harriet, she would be Facetiming her cousin Irene, aunt Linda or Sophia and Bella with Harley in the background.

The family would like to thank everyone who supported Colleen, including friends, Sheila MacNeil and Tanya DeCoste, who went above and beyond for Colleen during her hospital stays. Her Aunt Sharon and Aunt Crystal, who never left her side when the scary times came. Her cousin Dakota for being her hairstylist. The Knocton family for their love and support, especially Seraya, who made Colleen feel the most beautiful she had felt in years. A special thanks to, Evelyn MacRae for visiting her at her bedside and enjoying some songs and letting Colleen have one last dance.

Colleen will be forever missed by everyone.

Fly high with Momma Colleen. She needed you!

A celebration of life will take place at a later date.