FUNERAL HOME

Seale Funeral Service, Inc. - Denham Springs

1720 S. Range Ave.

Denham Springs, Louisiana

William Collier Obituary

Loving husband, father, grandfather, and proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, William "Bill" Collier Jr., a resident of Denham Springs, passed away at his home on Friday, June 21, 2013, at the age of 73. He was an active member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He enjoyed baking cookies for St. Joseph's Altar. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Jane Lousteau Collier, two sons; Mike Collier and wife Tracy, Richard Collier and wife Randi, four grandchildren; Brett, Ryan, Darian and Jarod Collier, mother, Dorothy Hajkenjos, mother in law, Elsie Lousteau, sister in law, Gail Lousteau and brother in law, Jerry Lousteau. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home, in Denham Springs, on Monday, June 24, 2013, from 5 pm until 9 pm. Rosary will be said at 7 pm. Visitation will resume on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church from 9am Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am, Conducted by Father Frank Uter. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Blaise Salario, Wesley White, Jesse Cowan, Brett Collier, Ryan Collier, and Jarod Collier. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675 or The American Cancer Society, 10528 Kentshire Ct., Baton Rouge, LA 70810.

Published by The Advocate from Jun. 22 to Jun. 24, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for William Collier

Not sure what to say?





Tracie, Sorry to hear about your father in law. I know how hard this can be on a family. Please let me know if you and your family need anything. Prayers for you all!

Deborah Kling

June 26, 2013

My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you in this sorrowful time.

Love,
Rina Webb Biondolillo

June 24, 2013

Jane, I am so sorry to hear about Bill. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Carole Fischer

June 24, 2013

Jane,

So sorry to hear your sad news. I will remember you and your family in my prayers.

Kathleen Puglia

June 24, 2013

Richard, Randi and the Collier family, May God Blesss you at this time of sorrow.
Aunt Sandy and Uncle Phil

June 24, 2013

I will miss his smile and his friendship . All my prayers are with the family.

JOY FORBES

June 23, 2013

Jane, I am very sorry about your husband's death. When you spoke of him at our luncheons, it was always with joy. Keep those good memories in mind. Bonnie Chauvin

June 23, 2013

My prayers are with all of you.

Margaret Lee

June 23, 2013

Tracy and Mike my prayers are with your family at this time.

Renee LaBauve

June 22, 2013

Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results

Make a Donation
in William Collier's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for William Collier

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Seale Funeral Service, Inc. - Denham Springs

1720 S. Range Ave., Denham Springs, LA 70726

How to support William's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor William Collier's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more