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James Collier Obituary
Age: 73 • Staunton
James W. Collier, Jr., 73, of Staunton, passed into his eternal rest on Thursday, February 4, 2016, at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville. He was born in Charlottesville on February 20, 1942, son of the late James Walter Collier and Annie Harlow Collier. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles Michael Collier.
Jim was a Navy veteran and served aboard the USS Forrestal (CVA-59). He retired from GE and GENICOM and for many years was active in the Wilson Memorial Band Boosters.
He is survived by his loving wife of nearly fifty years, Norma Collier; daughter, Daphne Collier and her husband, Eddie Vaughan of Atlanta; son, Jason Collier of Staunton; granddaughter, Sofia Cheyenne Collier of Waynesboro; great-grandson, Sebastian Ramirez of Waynesboro; sister, Beverley Collier of Staunton; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and his loyal companion, "Tipi".
The family will receive friends from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Tuesday, February 9, 2016, in the Chapel of Charlton and Groome Funeral Home, 619 Lifecore Drive, Fishersville, where funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM, conducted by The Rev. Pete Campbell. The family will also greet friends following the service.
Interment, with U. S. Navy Military Honors, will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, February 10, 2016, in Culpeper National Cemetery, Culpeper.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association, P. O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Collier
Barbara Shuler
February 11, 2016
Norma and family, sorry for your loss.Thinking of you and children.
Karen Hall
February 9, 2016
Norma, you have my sympathy during this difficult time. Prayers for you and your family.
Julie Lawhorne
February 8, 2016
Norma, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time. I will keep you close in prayer.
Robyn Nevins
February 8, 2016
Norma, You and your family are in my constant thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all through this difficult time.
February 8, 2016
So Sorry for your's and your families loss Jason. You are in my thoughts and Prayers.
Regena Neese
Linda Davis
February 8, 2016
Norma, I am so very sorry for your loss.
Rick & Sharon McGlothlin
February 7, 2016
We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He always had such a warm and friendly smile for everyone. We all have such wonderful memories with both our children way back to the Band Boosters. Our thoughts & prayers will always be with you. With love, Rick & Sharon
American Heart Association
February 6, 2016
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Jason Nelson
February 6, 2016
Prayers for you and your family.
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