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FREMONT: Donald R. Collier, 94, of Fremont, OH passed away Monday, July 1, 2013 at Otterbein North Shore in Lakeside, OH.
He was born on November 19, 1918 in Piney Fork, OH to William Cornelius and Eulalia "Eula" (Bauman) Collier.
He was a 1937 graduate of St. Joseph High School.
Donald served in the U.S. Army as a Staff Sergeant with the 148th Infantry from February 11, 1941 to May 21, 1945 in the Philippine Islands and Northern Solomon's Campaigns. Donald was awarded the Distinguished Unit Citation; Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon with two Bronze Stars; American Defense Service Ribbon; Philippine Liberation Ribbon with one Bronze Star; Good Conduct Ribbon and Combat Infantryman Badge.
Donald married Kathryn "Kaye" R. Basch on June 21, 1945 at St. Ann Catholic Church in Fremont and she preceded him in death on March 9, 2013.
He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Eagles, Moose and VFW. He enjoyed boating, fishing, golfing, the outdoors and spending the winters in Clearwater, FL with his wife.
Donald is survived by his daughter, Marcia (James) Ritzman, Port Clinton, OH; granddaughters, Jodi (Brian) Jones, Lima, OH, Amy Ritzman, Essex Junction, VT; great grandchildren, Zacharie and Gabrielle Jones.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of sixty-seven years, Kathryn "Kaye" R. Collier; brothers, Robert, Howard and Arthur Collier; sister, Laura Dosenzuk.
Visitation: Friday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 550 Smith Rd, Fremont, OH. Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, July 5, 2013, 10:30 am at the Church with Fr. Jacob Gordon officiating. Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the American Legion and V.F.W.
Memorials: Otterbein-North Shore, 9400 North Shore Blvd, Lakeside, OH 43440.
Online Condolences: www.whhfh.com
Arrangements were entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory
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Donald Riehl
July 10, 2013
I'm sorry to see he passed away. he was a good neigbor and a friend.
Ron @ Jan Collier
July 4, 2013
We loved uncle Donald very much. Now he is at peace. Marcia, Jim, and family, you all were wonderful to your Mom and Dad. They loved you all in return. God Bless and keep you. Ron and Jan
July 3, 2013
Dear Marcia - I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of both of your parents in the last few months. Have fond memories of good times spent at your house when we were in high school. Your Mom & Dad always made us feel welcome. Keeping you in my prayers. Karen (Forgatsch) Gierhart
Karen Sorg
July 3, 2013
Marcia and Family: Sorry to read about your dad and realize how hard it must be so soon after your mom passed on. But we can be grateful we had them with us as long as we did. Will keep you in my prayers as you deal with another loss of a parent. We may be seeing you again as we proceed in closing our childhood homes.
Joanne McDowell
July 3, 2013
Dear Marcia,
So very sorry for the loss of your father. I remember he and your mother from those many years ago while staying at your house. I always enjoyed your family.
God bless you and your family. It is never easy to lose a loved one.
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