George Collier
May 23, 1928 - October 15, 2019
GREENFIELD – George J. Collier, age 91, of Greenfield, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019. He was born in Indianapolis on May 23, 1928 to George T. and Verna M. (Hobson) Collier. He graduated from Ben Davis High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War from 1945-1953. George married Dorothy (Zinn) on September 30, 1950 in Chicago, IL. He worked for Ford Motor Company in Indianapolis for 30 years before retiring in 1986. George enjoyed sailing and fishing, and spending time with his family. George is survived by his sons, Norris (Liesl) Collier of Greenwood and Douglas (Cheryl) Collier of Indianapolis; daughters, Linda Osman of Beech Grove and Sharon (Kenneth Walters) Johnson of Greenfield; 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a beloved dog, Dubie. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy; sisters, Carol Carlson and Mary Patton; and brother, Bill Collier. There will be no services per George’s wishes. Friends may share a memory or condolence at www.erleweinmortuary.com. Arrangements are being handled by Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory in Greenfield.
GREENFIELD – George J. Collier, age 91, of Greenfield, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019. He was born in Indianapolis on May 23, 1928 to George T. and Verna M. (Hobson) Collier. He graduated from Ben Davis High School. He served... View Obituary & Service Information