Studley, Virginia
COLLIER, Thomas S. Jr. "Yippy," of Mechanicsville, died Thursday, January 10, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Walden Collier. He is survived by two sons, Thomas S. Collier III and daughter-in-law, Marti, and Todd Walden Collier and daughter-in-law, Terri; three grandchildren, Christopher Williamson Collier (Becky), Kaitlin Austin Collier and Lori Collier Waran (Jeff); two great-grandchildren, Jackson and Fletcher Waran. Yippy was excitedly anticipating the birth of a third great-grandchild in March. Also surviving are one niece, Sandra Riddell; one nephew, John Trott; and extended family member, Dr. George Vozikis. Mr. Collier was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and a World War II Navy veteran. The family will receive friends 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, January 13, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. A celebration of Yippy's life will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 14, at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 11342 Hillcrest Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hillcrest Baptist Church or the Richmond Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
With fond memories of the Collier family
while living on the "Hill" and after we
moved. Margie and Yippy were great
friends to my parents, Ken and Lucille Nelson.
Nancy Nelson Goyne
January 14, 2013
Heartfelt condolences to Tommy and Todd and extended family. Yippie and Margie and you "boys" were a huge part of the Nelson "kid's" childhoods as were Yippy's parents. We have never forgotten them and never will. Peace and love in this time of grief.
David Nelson
January 14, 2013 | N. Chesterfield, VA
I am so saddened to learn about Yippy's passing. He was such a good man, a great father and husband. I still see him watching football practice over us. My prayers to your family.
Bob Pierson
January 13, 2013 | Trabuco Canyon, CA
Dear Sandy, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.With love.
Beverley Brazelle
January 13, 2013 | Reedville, VA
My mother, Julia Whitlock, was good friends with Margie and spoke so fondly of Yippy over the years. Wishing you and you family my deepest condolences. Sincerely, Robin Whitlock Sebastian.
January 12, 2013
Just want you to know, even though we cannot be there, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Yippy was a great man and will always be remembered.
Pat & Bubba Winston
January 12, 2013 | Mechanicsville, VA
Sue and I were sorry to learn of the death of a great man and friend to many,Mr. Collier. My live was better because of my friendship with him and the Collier family. We are sorry we cannot attend the funeral and visitation but wanted the Collier family to remember our love and respect for a great man who serve his Country with honor and integrity. Mr. Collier."Well Done and God Bless"
Richard & Sue Kemper
January 12, 2013 | Midlothian, VA
