One of the most decorated curlers in Canadian history has passed away.

Colleen Jones died Monday, her son Luke announced in a statement. She was 65 and had cancer.

The Halifax native won six Scotties Tournament of Hearts national titles, including four in a row from 2001-04. She shares the record for most national titles with Jennifer Jones and Jill Officer.

Jones also won two world championships, along with one world senior championship. She played in a record 21 national championships.

Jones also had a very successful broadcasting career. She retired from the CBC in 2023 after almost 40 years with the broadcaster.

Jones joined CBC in 1986 as Halifax’s first female sports anchor. She also did work for NBC at Olympic curling events.

Jones was appointed to the Order of Canada in 2022

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