COLLIER, Donald Frank (Donn) March 9, 1946 – September 24, 2021. I am heart-broken to announce the passing of my dear, sweet, husband Donn. He slipped away peacefully after a short, but mighty, fight with cancer. He is survived by his wife Elvera, sister Marilyn, his daughter Kim (Darren), grandsons Jordan and Brandan, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Frank & Nell, plus many close family members. He leaves behind beloved family members and friends, and will be deeply missed by all of them.
Born in Hamilton, ON, his early years were filled with friends, music, cars and he was proud to be in attendance at the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival! He achieved 2 degrees from the University of Guelph, one in arts, one in science. He travelled west in 1978, after seeing a picture of the Rocky Mountains. He knew those snow capped peaks were calling his name. After careers in Animal Health Technology and Cardio-Vascular Perfusion, he settled into Sales & Marketing in the financial sector, which ultimately led him to trips to Mauritius and the Philippines. Truly a renaissance man, with a spirit constantly in motion, he was always looking for the next adventure.
Our life together was filled with laughter every day, and often, his antics resulted in stories told for years by his friends. His loves were many, including hiking, fishing, writing, being outside in the sunshine, and sharing good food and a bottle of red wine with friends. Processing No more ache, no more pains. One word of caution: Dont just focus on forgetting something and stopping there. There is no photo or video of Donald L. Collier.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. He slipped away peacefully after a short, but mighty, fight with cancer. He performed with John Wayne, Robert Mitchum, Anthony Quinn, Dean Martin, Tom Selleck, James Arness, He was a happy guy who made everyone feel good with his positive outlook on life. You made it home pardner. On April 8, 1971, she married Don Collier and they had a daughter, Elizabeth (Beth). He was my greatest supporter, my true love, my best friend, and my partner in crime. I will continue to watch "The High Chaparral" no matter how many times I've see the same episode! She attended countless baseball and hockey games, figure skating practices, school concerts and rodeos. COLLIER: Arlene Alice Collier (nee Anderson), the wife of the late Donald Collier, mother of Dale, Bob and Beth, passed away on December 25, 2009 at the Virden & District Hospital. He loved to attend class and family reunions and enjoyed watching the Colts and IU basketball and football. A candle was posted for Donald E. Collier. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren. Some of the organizations that Arlene volunteered with include: Two Creeks Curling Club, Four Corners History Club, Virden Figure Skating, Lenore 4-H Beef Club, Virden Christmas Cheer Board, Wallace United Church, YWCA, Elderly Persons Housing (The Sherwood), Womens Institute (WI), Bennett Cemetery, Manitoba Oil Museum, VCAC and the Auditorium Theatre Board. Don was a great actor! Loved him opposite the Duke, too! May God support and comfort you as you grieve. Fields marked with a * are required. Subscribe to our free P.M. Report to receive the days headlines weekdays at 4:15 p.m. The opinions expressed are his own. Published February 28, 2023 04:37 PM. Donald E. Collier, 88, a longtime Martinsville resident, passed from his earthly life on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at The Waters of Martinsville. He was a great guy for sure. In 1971 my Father, Mother and I visited their where they film the show and being from Indiana and 12 years old was so awesome. Prayers for the family. Whats done is done and cant be changed. Collier also appeared in the 1993 film Tombstone, much of which was filmed at Old Tucson Studios. Jim Patterson officiating. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again. It is spiritually perilous for Christians to ruminate backward in time because the Devil is the one bringing the accusations against you, and he wont stop until your faith is in tatters, as noted in Revelation 12:9-11: And the greatdragon was thrown down, theserpent of old who is called the devil andSatan, whodeceives the wholeworld Now thesalvation, and the power, and thekingdom of our God and the authority of His Christ have come, for theaccuser of our brothersand sistershas been thrown down, the one who accuses them before our God, day and night. After careers in Animal Health Technology and Cardio-Vascular Perfusion, he settled into Sales & Marketing in the financial sector, which ultimately led him to trips to Mauritius and the Philippines. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. It wasnt hard. Starring with Don were Barton MacLane and Jock Gaynor. I enjoyed so many of your performances. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. 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