He was retired from the U.S. Army having served in Vietnam and Dessert Storm and was a retired city employee of Monticello. He was member of VFW, an avid hunter and member of Monticello Baptist Temple. He was the son of the late Lester Edom Collier and Beulah Elizabeth Mitchell Collier Trammel and was preceded in death by five brothers, George Collier, Johnny Collier, Theo Collier, Leo Collier and Leroy Collier.
Survivors include; three sons, Joseph Collier of St. Louis, MO, James Collier and Jeffery Collier, both of Monticello; two sisters, Louis Peacock and Clara Piper both of Star City and four grandchildren, Taylor Collier, Hannah Collier, Jay Collier and Lance Phillips.
Condolences(22)
Debbie Ashcraft
Monticello, AR Friday, August 12, 2011 May your grief be eased by knowing his peace in the arms of our Lord. Lester was one of the first SGT's to pick on me (in his own jovial way) when I joined the guard. I later had the privilege to serve as the 1122d Trans. Co. Commander, and I always sought his insight. Lester was a leader of men (and women) because he honestly cared about his soldiers. He was a gift in my life, and I am thankful.Shelia Brookins (Lambert)
Bowling Green, KY Thursday, August 11, 2011 May God keep you and your family during this most difficult time.Hannah Collier
Mesquite, TX Thursday, August 11, 2011 I love you PawPaw Lester!! But momma says now you are in a better place and can always watch over me.Ben & Carolyn Adams
MONTICELLO, AR Thursday, August 11, 2011 JJ, JOEY AND JEFF...JUST READ ABOUT YOUR DAD. WE WOULD HAVE COME TO TO SEE YOU ALL TONIGHT IF WE HAD KNOWN. LESTER ALWAYS TALKED ABOUT HIS THREE J'S...HE LOVED HIS COUNTRY. EVERYONE THAT KNEW HIM WOULD SAY THE SAME THING. BENNIE AND I WILL PRAY FOR YOU ALL TONIGHT. WISH WE COULD SEE YOU. LESTER IS IN HEAVEN NOW WITH NO PAIN AND IF YOU ALL HAVE BEEN BORN AGAIN ..THEN ONE DAY WHEN GOD CALLES YOU HOME YOU WILL BE WITH HIM. WE LOVE ALL.Toni Oakes Garrison
Monticello, AR Thursday, August 11, 2011 My prayers and thoughts are with you and your Family Joey!!! May God wrap you in his arms and comfort you!!Judy Fong Sipes
Little rock, AR Thursday, August 11, 2011 My thoughts and prayers go out to the Lester's family, particularly the three sons who my boys (Richie and Rusty Fong) grew up with. I taught several of the boys in Children's Church and grew to love each of them. I remember hearing the boys talk with pride about their dad's military activities such as flying a helicopter. May God grant peace and happy memories to all survivors.Shevonda Nolen-Jenkins
Hamburg, AR Thursday, August 11, 2011 It has been a while since I see you all but please know that I am praying for the family. My memories will always be the good times we had when Lester and my dad worked for the City of Monticello. I will always love you all.James Chatham
Dumas, AR Thursday, August 11, 2011Donna Bunting Green, AA
West Memphis, AR Thursday, August 11, 2011 I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Collier's passing. I did not know him, but my prayers will be with his family and friends as they go through their grieving process. I, too was born in 1946.Sincerely and Respectfully submitted,
Donna Bunting Green, AA-Criminal Justice
West Memphis, Arkansas
mike & cynthia williams
warren, AR Thursday, August 11, 2011 We will miss our dear friend immensely. our prayers go out to his family.Gayla Collier Vaughn
Texarkana, TX Wednesday, August 10, 2011 Joey, JJ, Jeff.. My prayers are with ya'll. I am going to miss a realy GREAT uncle and friend. He loved all of ya'll very very much. He and Aunt Marie raised 3 wonderful sons and you are his legacy. Be proud of the man he was.Martha Collier
Texarkana, TX Wednesday, August 10, 2011 Lester, we will miss you as you were always smiling when we would stop by to visit on our way home. We will miss those stopsDanita Dye James
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 10, 2011 I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was a good man and he raised three wonderful sons. I pray that God will give each of you peace and comfort during this time. Joey, J.J. and Jeff, I will have you and your families in my prayers.Loretta Barnett
, AR Wednesday, August 10, 2011 A "one in a few" Uncle. He will be missed by alot of people.Walter Chapman
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 10, 2011 Dear Collier Family, Sorry for the loss your loved one. It was an honor to have Lester as a friend and fellow veteran. He served his country well in two conflicts Vietnam and Persian Gulf and we can justifiably say well done and thanks for serving. May God lift you up on wings of love is my prayer.Kenny forrest
Hermitage, AR Tuesday, August 9, 2011 My thoughts and prayers are with y'all right now. I know it's hard and no matter what anybody says time does heel all wounds but how much time is undetermined . I'm still dealing with the loss of my brother but let God lead you and it will be easier. Your dad was a good man, I always thought a lot of him.amanda roe moore
Valdosta, GA Tuesday, August 9, 2011 sending positive thoughts your way and praying for confert for your family.Jerry and Marie Sturgis
Camden, AR Tuesday, August 9, 2011 We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.David & Tina McClain
Warren, AR Tuesday, August 9, 2011 Sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts & prayers.bill moore
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 9, 2011 To a very good friend i thank you for your service to our country--Rest in peace your work on earth is doneAllen Dickerson
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 9, 2011 Great man. Shared alot of stories on the road with Mr.Lester. He had a huge heart and loved his family and his country. Praying for my friends Joey,JJ, & Jeff and the rest of the family. Mr Lester will be dearly missed but not forgotten. "Big Owl"...Kevin Hoffman
, AR Tuesday, August 9, 2011 My thoughts and prayers are with your family.