Shirley Lee Collier

Shirley Lee Collier obituary

Shirley Lee Collier

Shirley Collier Obituary

Published by Legacy on Oct. 10, 2025.
Shirley Lee Collier passed peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2025 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House.

Shirley was born in Flemingsburg, Kentucky on March 7, 1943 to John and Noel (Saunders) Lee. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Jimmy Lee, husbands, Leo Lacy, Jr., Frank Martin, and Robert Collier, and grandson, Chris Powell.

Shirley is survived by her three daughters, Patty Young, Kathy (Eddie) Adkins, Robin (Ben) Medlock, sister, Billie (Lanny) Helms and her two beloved dogs, Emmie and Holly. She was blessed with five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A family graveside service will be held. Her family is grateful for the care and guidance provided by Via Health Partners/Levine & Dickson Hospice House during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Via Health Partners, 7845 Little Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28226.

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Yvone Bastien

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Shirley was a very nice and fun friend to me. We enjoyed going many places together. Shirley was always ready to go out whether it was to a restaurant to Home Goods. I will miss her very much. I extend my condolences to all of her family.

Jean Bennett

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Very sorry for the passing of Shirley. We shared many memories!
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