Peter James Collier

friends as "Pim," was born May 28, 1951 in Yazoo City,
Peter James Collier, better known by his loved ones and
Mississippi. He He was was the fourth child of Arlena and AC Collier
From an early age, his parents raised him to honor and
recognize Jesus Christ as his Lord and savior. He grew up in
the St. Matthews Church of God in Christ where Elder Percy
Dean Sr was his pastor. A strong belief and faith in God
carried him throughout his life.
Although he faced developmental challenges, it never stopped
him from obtaining an education. Peter attended Yazoo City
Training School and ND Taylor High School for his early
education before ultimately completing a Job Corps program in
California. At the age of 16, he moved with his family to
Chicago, Illinois and later, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Pim was a kind and gentle soul. He loved his family deeply
and always wanted to ensure everyone else was okay. He had
the most beautiful laugh that would echo throughout the room
as he watched his favorite comedian, Steve Harvey or his
favorite judges, Judge Mathis and Judge Judy. Pim loved
animals as well, especially his cat, Bella, who he would spoil
and adore every day.
On January 23, 2024, the Lord called Pim home. He was
preceded in death by his mother, Arlena Collier, his father, AC
Collier and his brother, Alfred Collier. He leaves to mourn: his
sisters; Albertine Terrell (Rev. Al), Mary Bell Collier, Bobbie
Jean White (Jimmy), Ella Collier and brothers; AC Collier Jr.,
Jimmy Collier (Charmayne) and Samuel Joseph Collier; one
living uncle, Robert Earl Johnson and a host of nephews,
nieces, cousins, family members and friends.


"Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the
children of God."
Matthew 5: 8-9

I Am Free

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me.
 I took His hand when I heard Him call, I turned my back and left it all.
 I could not stay another day, to laugh, To love, to work or play.
Tasks undone must stay that way I’ve found that peace at the close of the day.
If parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, yes, these things I too will miss.
 Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life’s been full, I savored much Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and share with me, God wants me now, He set me free.