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Richard Collier Obituary
Mr. Richard L. Collier, age 75, Lake Wynonah, died Thursday, July 29, 2010, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg.
Mr. Collier was born in Midland County, Michigan, on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 1934. He was the son of the late Alexander C. and Mary Alice (Fisher) Collier.
He was married to JoAnn P. (Bright) Collier for 50 years in March. She survives him.
Mr. Collier was of the Catholic faith.
He was employed by the United States military for 21 years, serving in Vietnam in the U.S. Air Force.
Following his military career, he worked at the Berks County Prison and the Purchasing Department of the Ag Center, retiring from both positions in 1998.
He is also survived by a brother-in-law, Michael, husband of Glenda Bright, Orwigsburg, and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville, with military honors.
Contributions may be sent to the Hillside SPCA, P.O. Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901.
Condolences may be sent to the family in care of www.gsesfuneralhomes.-com.
Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home Inc., Schuylkill Haven, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Collier
Sylvia Nabholz
August 5, 2010
Sincere condolences to the family of Richard L. Collier from your friends at the Hillside SPCA.
barbara koch
August 4, 2010
Dear Joanne: My deepest sympathy to you and your family.I know by the loving way you always talked about "collier" that he was truly your soulmate.Take care Joanne!
Allison Garl
August 4, 2010
I always enjoyed your company. There was never a dull moment in your lives. You lived it to the fullest. My thoughts are with you & the girls, Collier. We'll truly miss him!
Jeff Shannon
August 2, 2010
JoAnn,
My deepest sympathy to you on losing Richard. Though we have lost contact over the years, I always remember your great spirit and being so much fun. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I know he was a good man to have had you for 50 years. If I can ever do anything for you or you want to talk sometime, please call me. I do think of those times at St Joes. We still live in Reading at the same place on Fifth Street. Fondly, Jeff Shannon
Thomas Sweitzer
August 2, 2010
Joann,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Tom and Carmen
Carol Littlehales
August 2, 2010
Joann,
I want to send you my most sincere and heartfelt condolences. Richard was a fun and funny guy and I and my husband Rick always enjoyed our visits with you both on South Eleventh Street. He will be remembered and missed by us and by anyone whom he ever befriended. He was a real gentleman.
Carol Littlehales
August 2, 2010
Joanne,
I want to send you my most sincere and heartfelt condolences. Richard was a fun and funny guy and I and my husband Rick always enjoyed our visits with you both on South Eleventh Street. He will be remembered and missed by us and by anyone whom he ever befriended. He was a real gentleman.
Barry Lease
August 2, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
August 2, 2010
REST IN PEACE.
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