David Kent Collier 72, Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016, in his home, after a long illness. He was born on December 9, 1943 in Berryville Arkansas to Hugh and Frances (Hubbs) Collier. David was raised in Green Forrest Arkansas before moving to Springfield, MO. David had worked as a machinest for the Frisco and Burlington Northern Railroads for 25 years. He loved the Lord and served as a trustee at Orchard Crest Baptist Church for many years. David was an avid life long Arkansas Razorback Football fan. David enjoyed the outdoors, Bluegrass music, fishing, and spending time with his family.
David was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 36 years Janet Lea Collier, and his brother, Don Collier. He is survived by his son; Scott Collier and wife Leslie, Springfield, MO. two daughters; Sherry Colston and husband Mica, Springfield, MO and Michelle Goff and husband Courtney, Wentworth, MO. five grandchildren: Aaron Emerson Collier, Anna and Elijah Colston, Grace and Garrett Goff, sister: Sharon Grim and husband Jerry, three sisters-in-law: Mary Lou Collier, Imogene Edmondson and Dorothy Foster.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2016, in Greenlawn Funeral Home North. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.