Colleen Estella Vanterpool

Colleen Estella Vanterpool, born on January 27, 1964, in Anegada, British Virgin Islands, passed away on October 11, 2026.

Colleen’s life began in the beauty of Anegada, and her memory will be carried forward with love by those who knew her best. She will be remembered with deep affection and lasting gratitude by her family, whose lives were shaped by her presence.

She is survived by her daughters, Shantel Brister, Vanessa Lewis, and Lynette Blakeley, and by her son, Leonard Blakeley Jr. In their love for her, and in the bond they continue to share, her legacy endures. The love of a mother remains a steady and enduring gift, and Colleen’s family will carry that gift with them always.

As they mourn her passing, those who loved Colleen also celebrate her life, her place in their family, and the memories that remain close to the heart. May her memory bring comfort to her children and to all who hold her in remembrance.