It must be coupled with an active reaching forward to the Person and work of Jesus Christ on our behalf. He was predeceased by his parents Frank & Nell, plus many close family members. My condolences go out to the family of Don. Don served his country honorably, while serving in the United States Marine Corp. Dons career spanned from Collier Brothers Creamery in Martinsville to W.W. Granger in Indianapolis and management of the American Legion Post #230, as well as, the Jefferson Lounge and Walt's/Southside Package Liquors in Martinsville, where he retired from in 2004. Please reload the page and try again. She was the youngest daughter of Stewart and Norma Anderson. They don't make them like that anymore! Unforgettable. You have funeral questions, we have answers. WebThe High Chaparral family sends condolences to the family of Holly Collier, who passed away on March 4. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. What a voice! May family, friends and extended family cherish his memories. He is survived by : his children, Tom (Pat) of Midland, Texas, Mike (Suzanne) of Houston, Texas, Patty of Austin, Texas and Jim (Jennifer) of New Braunfels, Texas. Collier had more than 200 credited movie and TV appearances throughout his career, according to IMDB, including "The High Chaparral," the role of the "High Roller" in the beloved 1993 film "Tombstone" and Deputy Marshal Will Foreman in the TV series "Outlaws.". Our deepest condolences to the family. What a wonderful life! In recent years, Arlene was thrilled to have little kids running around the house again. So sorry to hear of Don's passing. The actor Rest in peace sir. Rest in Piece Don. Kamela Patton is no longer the superintendent of the Collier County School District. That holy forgetfulness (above) is only a start. He came to our house, the Ponderosa II, in Mesa AZ in 2019 for the 60th Anniversary of the Bonanza TV series. We're sad that you have left but we know you're at peace and totally happy. He rose from the dead and ascended back to Heaven to give us a future and a hope that is built, not upon what we have done, but upon what Christ (our Last Adam) has done for us. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren. Dont let the Devil keep rubbing your nose in it. He was a 49-year continuing member of the American Legion Post #230. Then he asked if I wanted him to sign them and he did! Success! He disciplined himself to live a goal-oriented life centered upon a spiritual prize, not of self-expression/achievement, but one of becoming a living expression of his Savior, Christ Jesus who once said, in Matthew 6:26-34: But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things (temporal needs) will be provided to you. Don Collier, the rugged actor who built a career filled with Westerns with turns in three John Wayne films and work on such shows as The High Chaparral, He was a graduate of Martinsville High School with the Class of 1951, he also attended Indiana University and Miami University of Florida. I got to meet Mr. Collier a couple years ago at Superstition Mountain Museum. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Fields marked with a * are required. October 25, 2022 A Hollywood casting director, Holly Hire met future husband Don Collier during an audition for a Ford truck commercial. If friends so desire, memorial contributions in memory of Arlene can be made to Virden Community Arts Council (VCAC) for the Costume Closet. Loved him opposite the Duke, too! They raised the three kids on the family farm north of Virden. Dons life began on Friday, October 6, 1933, when he was born to the late Harley Pete and Dorothy V. (Baughn) Collier in Martinsville. And theyovercame him because ofthe blood of the Lamb and because ofthe word of their testimony, and theydid not love their lifeevenwhen faced with death.. He later narrated The Desert Speaks, a series of documentaries for the University of Arizona. Don Collier: Confessions of an Acting Cowboy was released on DVD last year. Survivors include his children, Pamela, Diane, Steven and Mike; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. See you one day on heaven. He remained active with public appearances at Western and nostalgia shows like Western Legends Roundup in Kanab, Utah; Territorial Days in Tombstone, Ariz.; and the 50th Anniversary of The High Chaparral event being hosted in Sept. 2017 in Hollywood. All rights reserved. Especially the Follow The Heart episode. Processing Then he went further back in time when he was called on play the recurring role of William Tompkins in The Young Riders (1989).He continued to guest star on TV in and out of the west in Little House on the Prairie (1974), two made-for-TV Gunsmoke movies (Gunsmoke: To the Last Man (1992) and Gunsmoke: One Man's Justice (1994)), a made-for-TV Bonanza movie (Bonanza: Under Attack (1995)), Banacek (1972), The Waltons (1972), Highway to Heaven (1984) and such big-screen movies as Tombstone (1993).He worked on a western radio drama series titled West of the Story and was sidekick to Fred Imus on Sirius Radio's weekly show, Fred's Trailer Park Bash until Imus' death in 2011. I had the pleasure of first meeting Don in Sonora, CA at a film festival in Sonora, CA in 1997. On-line condolences and memories of Don may be shared with his family at www.nealandsummers.com. Incomplete Obituary. RIP DON COLLIER (SAM: THE HIGH CHAPARRAL), Rest In Peace. Please say howdy to Bobby Hoy, Henry Darrow, Dick Farnsworth and the rest of the High Chaparral gang. I enjoyed so many of your performances. All Rights Reserved. R.I.P. Copyright 2021 KOLD News 13. He participated in the brutal death by stoning of the first Christian martyr, Stephen. Subscribe to our free P.M. Report to receive the days headlines weekdays at 4:15 p.m. Time spent was memorable. I first met him in KanabI was sittings alone, he and friends asked to join me. The couple married at Old City Hall in Tucson and made the city their home. N RIP. Arlene had a tremendous impact on the community and those who knew her. Truly a renaissance man, with a spirit constantly in motion, he was always looking for the next adventure. I found Don to be a very genuine man and a wonderful person. I was able to get an autograph from him and he was. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Nature abhors a vacuum. She even managed to convince Don to accompany her! Obituary COLLIER, Donald Frank (Donn) March 9, 1946 September 24, 2021. Working alongside a extremely talented and experienced cast, his portrayal of Sam Butler was fundamental to the success of the highly acclaimed show, which ran until 1971. She often referred to Costume Closet as her second home as she worked countless hours and found so much enjoyment there. But its those bad memories that do all the damage to our present lives. He wasted a large part of his life trying fruitlessly to attain perfection through his endless, exhausting works of the Law. you have given us so much happiness through the years and we'll be eternally grateful. My condolences to your loved ones. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Site design and development byHop StudiosHop Studios. The Carillon Ramsey Funeral Home 5600 Williams Dr, Georgetown, TX 78633, St. Helen Catholic Church 2700 E University Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626. He is survived by his wife Elvera, sister Marilyn, his daughter Kim (Darren), grandsons Jordan and Brandan, and numerous nieces and nephews. 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. Arlene was predeceased by her husband of 30 years, Donald; her father Stewart Anderson; nephew, Norman Kyle; brothers-in- law, Percy Dayton, Bill Watson and Stan Bray. My lifes been full, Ive savored muchGood family, good times, a loved ones touch.Perhaps my time seemed all too briefDont lengthen it with undue grief.Lift up your heart and peace to theeGod wanted me now, He sets me free. More movies and TV kept him busy. Official Sites, Tucson, Arizona - Part time afternoon radio talk show host and historian on the Out West with Fred and Nicole Show, AM 1330 the JOLT. All rights reserved. Godspeed Don, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful film and TV memories. He starred alongside John Wayne in "El Dorado" (1966), "The War Wagon" (1967) and "The Undefeated" (1969). There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Whoops! The constant drumbeat of those woulda, coulda, shouldas will haunt us to our graves if we let them. The resulting void must be filled with something else. He was a great man who leaves a great legacy. Will think of you on the set with fondness. The opinions expressed are his own. He will be forever loved and forever missed. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Focus on crowding them out with thoughts of what you have in Christ right now. In loving memory of a wonderful person. Collier was best known for his roles in Western films and TV shows, like The High Chaparral, Bonanza and Gunsmoke.. His talent will endure as long as Western's are played on TV. 2 Mt. Starring with Don were Barton MacLane and Jock Gaynor. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. David Dave Andrew Rathbun, 52, of Hermantown, MN, tragically passed away on February 24, 2023. You were a beloved actor and person. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Funeral arrangement under the care ofRamsey Funeral Home. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Save me a good horse, I will see you in that land that knows no parting. Please reload the page and try again. In Philippians 3:13-14, the Apostle Paul felt so strongly about burying the past that he made it his first priority: Brothersand sisters, I do not regard myself as having taken hold ofit yet; butone thingI do: forgetting whatliesbehind and reaching forward to whatliesahead, Ipressontoward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.. 2023 Winnipeg Free Press. He loved to attend class and family reunions and enjoyed watching the Colts and IU basketball and football. They were a wonderful group of people who set the scene for a wonderful Western story. In 1968, he was cast as the foreman of the ranch The High Chaparral (1967) in David Dortort's latest western series of the same name. COLLIER, Don of Charlotte, North Carolina was called home to the Lord, from illness, while at his home on September 17, 2010 at He loved to attend class and family reunions and enjoyed watching the Colts and IU basketball and football. He asked to see them. May God support and comfort you as you grieve. We are sad to announce that on September 13, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Don Collier (Columbus, Indiana), born in Inglewood, California. He later appeared in three more John Wayne movies.In 1959, Collier won the leading role of U.S. Deputy Marshal Will Foreman in the NBC series, Outlaws (1960). Dons life began on Friday, October 6, 1933, when he was born to the late Harley Pete and Dorothy V. (Baughn) Collier in Martinsville. She was instrumental in turning the derelict C.P. Don Collier was an actor known for roles in Westerns, including The High Chaparral and Outlaws. We invite you to share condolences for Don Collier in our Guest Book. You're on the list. Noozhawk is a founding member of theLocal Independent Online News (LION) Publishers. For most of us, the past holds both good and bad memories. 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. Whoops! Read I had lunch one day in 2011 with Don in Yuma Arizona. All rights reserved. He leaves behind beloved family members and friends, and will be deeply missed by all of them. He also served as grand marshal of the Tucson Rodeo Parade in 1997. I just saw Don on t he The Virginian, and was wandering how he was doing & than saw he just passed away. I had a Western script that they were all excited to be a part of. Processing Keep up with Noozhawk's daily news coverage, delivered at 4:15 a.m. right to your inbox. TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) - Don Collier, an actor with ties to Tucson, died on Monday, Sept. 13 after a decades-long career The Wild Bunch Film Festival, I didn't find out till a few years back, that the cast would get together in Old Tucson and at other functions.. DON COLLIER OBITUARY. May Almighty God in Heaven comfort the Collier family, friends and fan's broken hearts with endless love, strength, and peace as you cope with this loss in your lives. The second season of Outlaws (1960) found Will Foreman as a full-fledged Marshal. Write your message of sympathy today. Together he and Betty were proud parents of three sons, Jim Collier of Bloomington, IN and Jeff and Jerry (wife, Nioka) Collier, all of Martinsville; two grandchildren, Sarah Graham (husband, Justin) and John Collier (wife, Ashley); four great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. 1 memorial tree was planted in memory of Donald E. Collier. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife and two sisters, Justine Estone and Lucy Tumey. Paul had to learn to live in day-tight compartments, surrendering control to Jesus in the process. A treasure always. Stop digging. His first role was as an extra in 1948 in the western Massacre River (1949). Pressontoward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.. Recommend Donald's obituary to your friends. Family and friends are invited to visit on Thursday, October 21st, 2021, from noon-2:00 pm at Neal & Summers Funeral & Cremation Center. Don Collier made over 200 credited movie and television appearances. There is no photo or video of Donald L. Collier.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. I have enjoyed watching High Chaparral for many years.Sam is one of my favorite characters. Don Collier was an actor known for roles in Westerns, including The High Chaparral and Outlaws. Died: September 13, 2021 ( Who else died on September 13?) Details of death: Died in Harrodsburg, Kentucky of lung cancer at the age of 92. We invite you to share condolences for Don Collier in our Guest Book. Per the Hollywood Reporter, Collier died of lung cancer. Very sorry for your loss. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Donald Collier. Donald E. Collier, 88, a longtime Martinsville resident, passed from his earthly life on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at The Waters of Martinsville. Published by The Times-Picayune on Sep. 13, 2021. Published February 28, 2023 04:37 PM. A service celebrating Dons life will begin immediately following visitation at 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Subscribe RIP! One of my all time favorite actors!! They had two boys, Dale and Robert (Bob). Had such a crush on him in the High Chaparral! Our condolences go out to the family of Don Collier. I got to know him and the rest of the High Chaparral gang pretty well. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time. Each day has enough trouble of its own.. I really scared him. Thank you Don for your kindness and for believing in my project. ROBERT COLLIER OBITUARY. 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