Jon Bob Collette

Jon Bob Collette obituary, New Haven, IN

Jon Bob Collette

Jon Collette Obituary

Published by Harper's Community Funeral Home on Jun. 19, 2015.
Jon "Bob" Collette, 78, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2015 at his home with his family by his side. Jon was born in French Lick. He was a custodian at Arlington Elementary, Fort Wayne. The Army veteran proudly served his country and was a member of the Navy Club-New Haven, American Legion Post #241-Waynedale, Eagles-Fort Wayne, and a lifelong member of the VFW-Plymouth. Jon could be often found cheering on his favorite team, the U.K. Wildcats. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Martha (Kaufman) Collette; children, Jon (Barb) Collette II of Lake Wales, FL, Roberto Jake" Collette of Pierceton, Mike (Lisa) Shuler, and Dennis (Tracey) Shuler both of Fort Wayne, Randy (Ticia) Shuler of Casselberry, FL, Bobbi Jo (Rick) Miller of Columbia City, Dawni (Mike) Cramer of Fort Wayne, and April Slone of Pierceton; Sister Pat Ladig of Fort Wayne, 17 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy Collette, and several brothers and sisters. Funeral service is 10 a.m. Wednesday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 St. Rd. 930 E., New Haven with calling one hour prior to service. Pastor Phil Harris officiating. Calling is also 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial in Emanuel Lutheran Cemetery, New Haven with military honors. Preferred memorials are to Parkview Home Health & Hospice Care, and American Legion Post #241, Waynedale.

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July 20, 2015

Mary Lee (Miller) Schoof-Brittian posted to the memorial.

June 24, 2015

Penny Panyard posted to the memorial.

June 22, 2015

Terry & Pat Stahlhut posted to the memorial.

Mary Lee (Miller) Schoof-Brittian

July 20, 2015

Just saw this today. My condolences to family and friends. He was a good guy. We were friends in our teenage years. God bless.

Penny Panyard

June 24, 2015

Martha & Family,
My heart is truly saddened by the loss of this wonderful fun loving man! He has been in our family all my life. As a little girl and looking up at him with his big cigar I called him Bozo and he called me Nickel. He is the only one out of my life that has called me Nickel and I felt special when he called me that. Hold all your wonderful memories close at heart for he is now in a better place. I'll never forget him standing up at Uncle George's funeral telling the story how he and Uncle George tried to shove a horse in a car. That is just the funniest thing I've ever heard!! Bozo will be miss and never forgotten. BIG (((HUGS))).

Terry & Pat Stahlhut

June 22, 2015

Martha
I remember how delightful it was that you worked with Terry while Jon worked with our kids at Arlington. Sam, especially, felt a strong kinship with Jon and sought him out when he went back to visit Karen Bradbury - he was in her first class. Jon always congratulated him on his military service and looked forward to his visits when Sam was in uniform.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Keep your memories strong and know our prayers are with you.
Pat & Terry Stahlhut

Deb & Steve Snyder

June 21, 2015

Uncle Bobby you will be missed by all of us. At least God has gotten another angel. Will love and miss you always

Walter Davis

June 21, 2015

For April and Jake, I know the loss of Bob weighs heavy. Bob always treated me well and I know he loved you guys. Fathers Day is a good time to remember the good things a father gives you. First of all, he and your mom gave us you two. If he accomplished nothing else, that was pretty special. You had his love. All the rest is trimming. To the extended family and the blended families, hold in your heart what you shared in Bob. Rest is peace.

Bill Fields

June 21, 2015

Jake and April, you two know how much I love you. I wish I could make this easier for you, make it hurt less but I can't. I feel the loss of Bob myself. He has always been by brother in law. And the first person in the family to give me a beer. I hate loosing him and I hate that the two of you lost him. Just know that you both always have Uncle Bill for anything you need.

LaDonna Wallen-Mort

June 21, 2015

Jake & April, I am so sorry for your loss. Asking God to give you comfort and strength during this time.

Carolyn Owen

June 21, 2015

I am at a loss of words knowing my Uncle Bob has passed away. We have been apart by many miles but he was always in my heart. Prayers for Martha and the family. Uncle Bob will always live on in my heart. Rest in Peace Uncle Bob

Albert & Linda Jackson

June 21, 2015

Martha & Family . . . . Our condolences are with you If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to contact either myself (Linda ) or (Albert) anytime in your time of need. Contact number 260-422-8387 Thank you Albert & Linda Jackson of Fort Wayne.

KEISTON HOLLOWAY

June 21, 2015

ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF HE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY

Edna Dominique

June 21, 2015

SO sorry We all will miss him. a man we knew all our life .he was like a brother to Don and I

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