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Ronald COLLIER Obituary
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COLLIER, Ronald 68, of Springfield, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 31, 2015. Ronn was born in Jackson, Ohio on February 7, 1947. He leaves behind his childhood sweetheart and best friend Connie, whom he was married to for 48 years. He was preceded in death by his dad, Paul; mom, Maggie Jane; and brother, Aril. Ronn and Connie had two children, Julie and Dan; six grandchildren, Annette, Brad, Carin, Cassie, Cameron, and Scott; and one great grandson, Jate. Ronn also leaves behind five brothers and sisters, Clyde, Paul, Anna Lee, Donese, and Dianna. Ronn is a 1965 graduate of Tecumseh High School. He was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when he was 18 years old. He lived a full life...farmed for 30 years, opened Country Connection in 1984 and Collier's Family Restaurant in 2003 with many good family members, friends, and employees working for the same goals. Ronn received the selfless gift of a kidney/pancreas from an anonymous donor in 2002 that gave him 13 more productive years. A very special "Thanks" to all the doctors and nurses at the Ohio State University Hospital for their superior care through these years. Per Ronn's request, private graveside services will be held for immediate family under the direction of Pastor Del Wallace of Forest Valley Free Will Baptist Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME.
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June 24, 2015
Connie and family, Am so sorry to hear that Ronnie has passed. He was a great guy and had a great wife also. I will never forget when you, Connie did my follow up after I got saved at the Nazarene Church. You taught me so much. Hang on to that God you showed me and he will keep you close. Am so sorry for your loss. Mary Lingerfelt, Ocala FL
Lois Case
June 8, 2015
Connie and family. Sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and family.
June 8, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss Connie. I do hope to see you in August. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Helena Parks Winget.
Matt & Carrie Perry
June 6, 2015
Connie and Family we are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed talking and seeing him at the restaurant. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
MARVIN & VICKI ROSSER
June 6, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cindy Owens
June 6, 2015
Connie and family. We have come to know and respect you and Rohn over the years by coming into the restaurant. Even when he wasn't feeling well he was still smiling and had a kind word for his patrons. We will keep you in our prayers. The Owens family, Jim,Cindy,and Jarrod.
June 4, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of Ron, from a faithful Collier Restaurant couple.
Ann & Lew Waters
Richard Belton
June 4, 2015
Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. I love you all.
Barb justice
June 4, 2015
My heart and sincere prayers go out to your whole family at this time. Ronnie was such a kidder all the time and that is what made him special. I know you will miss him deeply. The memories you have made with him will comfort you. He is whole again and spending time with Our Heavenly Father now. You will see him again one day and in Heaven's time that will be only a few moments. Love to all of you during the days ahead and beyond. Barb
Diana Boyd
June 4, 2015
Sorry to hear of Mr. Collier's passing. He was truly a great & kind man. I feel so blessed to have known him. May the LORD keep Mrs. Collier & family in his loving, gentle hands during this difficult time.
Debby (Billheimer) Ray
June 4, 2015
I am so very sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing...can't believe how much he looks like his brother, Clyde (my brother-in-law) in this photo. Prayers going out to Connie, all of the brothers and sisters and the rest of the family. May the Lord give comfort to all of you.
Joe and Pat McBeth
June 4, 2015
Although we did not know him for a long length of time, he was a genuine and kind man. We will miss his smile and seeing him at the restaurant. So sorry for your loss!
Jessica Horwath
June 3, 2015
I am so sad to hear of Ron's passing. He was a great man and a wonderful man to work for. I really enjoyed my years waitressing at Colliers. I will be keeping Connie, Julie, Annette and Brad and the rest of the family in my thoughts.
Jen sturgeon
June 3, 2015
Connie, you and Ronn were one of my all time favorite couples at Stocksdales! I didn't realize the tough circumstances that you and Ronn dealt with through the years. You are a champ! I pray that you feel God's peace during this time!
John/Sandy Torsell
June 3, 2015
Connie and family, was so shocked when I read of Ron's passing. He was such a sweet man. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Rachel DeMent
June 3, 2015
Ronn Collier, boss and friend, you will be missed! To Connie and family, hold tight to the many memories that you have made with your dear husband, dad and grandpa. Memory is a very special gift that our Lord gave us, and it sure helps us to get thru the sad times when we are missing the one we love. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Rachel DeMent
Dawn Best
June 3, 2015
Connie, Julie, and Danny, so sorry to hear about your loss. I know Ronn is dancing in heaven today. Prayers for all of you during this time. Dawn Lingerfelt Best
Vivian & Vicki Boles
June 3, 2015
My family has enjoyed the Collier restaurants over the years. My daughters first jobs in Ohio were at Country Connections and Collier's is our favorite stop in Springfield. We enjoyed getting to know Mr. and Mrs. C and prayed for them during his last challenges on earth. The Collier family will remain in our prayers.
Jane Gingrich
June 3, 2015
So sorry for your loss Connie. My condolences to you and your entire family. Prayers from Debbie Halls Mom in Duluth, Ga.
Ronda Atkins
June 3, 2015
Miss you Uncle Ronn!! See you one of these days! Tell Aril,Evelyn and grandma and grandpa hi!!!
June 3, 2015
Connie,Ron and I are so very sorry to hear about Ron.He was a sweetheart.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.If I can do anything for you,please let me know.Ron and Janet Campbell,Old Glory Cafe.
Debbie Garrison
June 3, 2015
I was so shocked to hear about Ronn passing. I just saw him at the restaurant about two weeks ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Connie, and your whole family.
Linda & Estile Thompson
June 3, 2015
Thought and prayers to Connie and her family. I remember our young days at the skating rink. Ronn will be missed.
John Kinsella
June 3, 2015
The laughs and memories of the years I spent working for the Collier's at The Country Connection will always be a great memory for me. Ron was always a part of the laughs we all enjoyed. Rest well my friend. John Kinsella
Stacey Cox
June 3, 2015
Ronn was such a sweet and caring man. I loved working for him. He was one of the hardest working men i know and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Sally Wells
June 3, 2015
my heartfelt sympathy to the Collier family and especially to Connie who stood by his side through the good times and the bad,, I am proud to say that I had the privilege to meet you and for you to be my boss and I will surely miss you..
June 3, 2015
Ron was such an inspiration to others! Connie, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Linda Mefford
June 3, 2015
Ron was a great person and fun to work for. He will surely be missed by all who knew and loved him. My prayers and love are with you all
Robin Caudill
June 3, 2015
God bless each of you, my prayer that our Lord and Savior will touch each and every one of your hearts. May you rest in peace Ronn Collier.
Robin Caudill
June 3, 2015
God bless each of you, my prayer that our Lord and Savior will touch each and every one of your hearts. May you rest in peace Ron Collier.
Debbie Linthicum
June 3, 2015
Julie, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.
michelle owens
June 3, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family Ms Connie, Mr. Ron was a great man and a awesome boss he will be so very missed.
Penny Forman
June 3, 2015
I'm so very sorry for your loss.
June 3, 2015
Sorry about Ron, I worked with him at Country Connection. Prayers for Connie and family. Helen Louise Woodward (Burns Oregon)
June 3, 2015
Connie, you are all in our prayers. Rev. Orbie Estep and family
Terry Bradley
June 3, 2015
Thank you for all you have done to help our family and many others. You are sadly missed...the line will never be the same at Collier's. Fly high with your new body my friend.
Debbie Wadovsky Heilman
June 3, 2015
My prayers and sympathy to you and your family, Connie.
Bryant & Carrie Murden
June 3, 2015
Prayers going out to the Collier Family during their time of loss. Ronnie was a great man and will be missed by many.
June 3, 2015
Sincerely so sorry for your loss... Bob & Bert Druckenbroad
Ed and Julia Hissong
June 3, 2015
You have our sympathy, Connie. We enjoyed seeing and chatting with you and Ron at the restaurant over the years.
Peggy Gamble
June 3, 2015
Connie: I am so very sorry. Please know that Ronn, you and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Ronn was a very special guy and will be missed, not only by me, but by so many. Love,Peggy
June 3, 2015
Ronn was an amazing man and the best "boss" in the world. He treated everyone with respect and love. We were truly blessed to have the Collier family in our lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you. -Sharon Blair Mitchell
patrick collier
June 3, 2015
you will be missed Ronnie. my thoughts and prayersbe with your family at this time.
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