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Fred Franklin Collier Sr.
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Fred Collier Obituary
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Fred Franklin Collier, Sr, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at The Summit after a very brief and courageous battle with cancer.
Born March 29, 1946, in Big Stone Gap, Va., he was a father, friend and companion whose gentle personality touched the lives of all he met. Fred was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing.
He is survived by two children, one grandson and a niece and nephew:
Fred F. Collier, Jr. and his partner, Linda Matthews, Debra Wyland and her husband, Wendell Wyland; grandson, Benjamin H. Wyland; niece, Karen Burks and her husband, David Burks; nephew, Curtis Kirkland Jr., and his wife, Heather Kirkland; and beloved friend, Arlene Johnson.
He is preceded in death by his former wife, Brenda Neely Collier (d. 2006); father, Franklin Green Collier and mother, Cleo Carter Collier; and sister, Naomi Collier Kirkland.
A private graveside service will be held for the family.
A very special thank you to Rosa Martin, Hospice Nurse; Mary Campbell, Hospice Aide; Pam Carroll, Hospice Social Services Worker; and to the nurses and aides at The Summit during his brief stay.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your charity of choice.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit www.tharpfuneralhome.com.
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Randall K Wells
November 18, 2025
Prayers and condolences for the family.
James Staton
November 18, 2025
So sorry to hear that Freddie had passed. My prayers are for you and your family during this loss
Patty Bumgarner
November 18, 2025
Karen and Heather,
Please accept my sincere sympathy. Much love to you and yours. Patty B.
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