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Kaleb Collette Obituary

Kaleb Vincent Collette was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on September 7, 1987. He gained his wings July 11, 2016, at 28 years old due to a motor vehicle accident. He was a lifelong resident of Kentwood, Louisiana. Kaleb worked in the construction industry starting at the age of 15 building scaffolds. Kaleb loved life, his family and his friends. He had a heart of gold and was always willing to help anyone he could. He is survived by his main men, his sons, Justin Levi Collette, Austin Reed Collette, and Tristan Kane Collette all of Zachary, Louisiana. His parents, Luke and Melinda Collette, his brother John Brent and wife Megan Collette, Brother Dakota Collette, San Diego, California. Paternal Grandmother Katherine Collette of Butte Rose, Louisiana. Two nieces and nephew that will miss their Uncle Bald something terrible. Harlin Mae and Westin Collette of Kentwood, La, Ashton Collette of San Diego, California. And his Fiancée Abbey Finch. He is also survived by numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and special friend Meghan Whittington. He was Preceded in death by paternal Grandfather Forrest Collette and his maternal Grandparents John D. and Laura Belle Felker and Billy and Juanita Felker. Per Kaleb's request there will be no funeral services, there will be a farewell party Saturday, July 16th at the home of Tommy and Sherry Day beginning at 1pm.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2016.
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K.C.,I'm truly devastated by losing you! we became great friends on our 1st acquaintance; through this relationship we began to share our other friends. Its so hard to grasp the thought of not being able to share our time filled with your joy. you'll be missed daily, I love you-God Bless!.....see you @ the "crossroads" brother.

Dexter" Rabbit" Green

July 19, 2016

I am so terribly sorry,my thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Stacy Chartier

July 18, 2016

My sincerest condolences to the family. May the strength and peace that only God can give comfort you during this difficult time. (Psalm 29:11)

JW

July 16, 2016

So sorry. He definitely was a guy you will always remember.

Michael and Mary Briggs

July 16, 2016

Cassie Knight

July 16, 2016

the family has my prayers caleb was a great person

July 16, 2016

So very sorry , thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ann Huff

July 16, 2016

Dear Ms Katherine, Luke, Leanne, Brian, and Kyle. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. God bless you all and keep you in his loving hands at this time in your lives. I will be praying for you all Love you all so much.

Constance. (Connie) Street (Hood)

July 16, 2016

Kaleb was a very awesome person. A person anyone loved to be around, and you were with him you never knew what you were going to get into! You will be missed buddy very much, but never forgotten. I am so sorry for your families loss!

Nikki Buras

July 16, 2016

Jimmy and I are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for your family. Kaleb was a awesome young man.

Julie Holton

July 16, 2016

Kaleb always made people smile no matter how bad of a day they were having. His smile will always be missed and be embedded in our hearts. Rest in Peace sweet Kaleb. We love you and will miss you.
Wayne and Angie Gross

Angie Gross

July 15, 2016

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