John Collier Obituary

JOHN COLLIER John was affectionately known as Sonny Married for 55 years to Margaret who was called home before him on April 24, 2006. She will be there to welcome him home. John, born in Riverside, CA on December 6, 1926 to the union of John and Elzora Collier. John graduated from Poly High School (Riverside, CA) in 1944. He served in the United States Navy and Air Force from 1944 to 1953. After receiving an Honorable Discharge he started his Civilian Civil Service at March AFB. He relocated to North Highlands, CA where he retired from Civilian Civil Service at McClellan AFB in 1984. He leaves to cherish and celebrate his memory, beloved in-laws Marie and Jimmy Harris, Willie Luckett and Earl Luckett, his children, Clarence, Robert, Patricia, Carlie, Garfield (deceased), Trudy, Joye, Johnny, Mavis and Marcia. Grandchildren-30, Great Grandchildren-59, Great Great Grandchildren-18, and a host of loving relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Geraldine, Lorna and Audrey. The family invites you to attend a Funeral Service at 1:00 pm on Friday, July 11, 2008 at Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home 4701 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA. Interment will follow at Sunset Lawn Memorial Park.

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Published by The Press-Enterprise from Jul. 9 to Jul. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for John Collier

18 Entries

Joye Murillo

July 2, 2023

I miss you so much Daddy. I feel you in and around the house all the time.

Harts

August 2, 2008

We are sorry for your loss,
May the God of compassion, comfort you as he lovingly wraps you in his arms of tender mercies and comfort. (2 Corinthians 1:2-4)

With sympathy,

Scott & Julia Wilder

July 10, 2008

We will miss John and the fun times we had at Lake Camanche playing Dominoes and celebrating Father's Day. We benefited from knowing him.

VELMA COLE

July 10, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Rolina Brown

July 10, 2008

To: The Collier Family,

We are saddened by your loss but can assure you that God will provide the strength that you need and provide favor to all of your prayers.

Plymouth Drive has not been the same since your parents stopped going for their walks in the neighborhood. The song “Walk Around Heaven All Day”, will truly come to life with your Dad join your mother in heaven.

Your Dad was a good neighbor and friend to all and especially to the young people growing up on the block. Let not your hearts be troubled. Your Dad is in a better place where there will be no more suffering and joy all day long!

Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for your family or you.

Your Neighbor,

The Robinson’s

Rolina, Chris, and Alvion

Roslyn Luckett-Boyce

July 9, 2008

Wonderful memories always shine through the sorrow.
With Deepest Sympathy:

We will keep you in our prayers.

ULRIC BELLAIRE

July 9, 2008

To Joye and the Collier Family

Mr. John Collier (Dad) was a great and loving man well respected, loved and touched by all who had the pleasure to meet him. I'm one of those fortunate people. He's truly a mentor and the expample of what a loving father and friend should be. His loving memory and good deeds will live on forever in the hearts and minds of his family and friends. He will truly be missed but never forgotten. I know god has a special job waiting for the "Master Craftsman" in his heavenly kingdom. I'm so happy and blessed god afforded me the oppurtunity to meet such a loving and free hearted man. Never forget the legacy Mr. John Collier (Dad) left here on earth for the Collier family he loved so dearly. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Remembering all the wonderful times you shared together will help to turn your tears of sorrow into wonderful tears of joy.

Love,

Ulric J. Bellaire & Family (Rest well my friend)

Anna Goodwin-Akers

July 9, 2008

Sorry for your loss, I remember Sonny well. I remember visits at the house on 11th St. when I was very young. Sonny always had a beautiful smile for all of us. May God Bless you and comfort you in your time of sorrow

Angelo & Aleecia McChristian

July 9, 2008

We are sorry for your loss. "Dad" was a great man and he was loved by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Joye and your family. May God keep you close through this time of grief.

Crystal Betts

July 9, 2008

John aka Daddy,

Your voice will be missed especially at the games yelling "Go Mustangs". Your presence will be missed as well. I know you are in a better place and reunited with your true love. Thank you for blessing me with Joye. I am truly blessed to have her in my life.

Joye Murillo

July 8, 2008

I love you Daddy!

Your Great-Granddaughter Jazmine

July 8, 2008

Poppa, you will be truly missed. Thank you for being the #1 man in our family. I know you had a beautiful wife waiting for you and I am so happy that you both have reunited to watch over us together again. Thank you for giving us the two years that you did after Grammy went home; I know you and God did that for us. You and Grammy, continue to bless our family; I can't wait for you to watch me get married together. Love Always

McKesha (Keke) Rucker

July 8, 2008

Papa,
Words can't express what I'm feeling right now. I'm at a loss for words. & although I am sad, I realize that I can't be selfish. You & Grammy are together once again & I know that is what you wanted most. & that's what makes me happy. So it is my heart's joy that you are with your beloved & where you what to be. You will be missed dearly. Thank you for being a part of my life. You were very special to my family & I.
I love you...
Keke

Andrea Payton (Frannie)

July 8, 2008

I am sorry for you loss. My heart goes out to all of you. I will keep you in my prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

We are going to miss you Poppa!

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