Nellie Agnes Deas Collier, 84, of Statenville, FL, passed away on September 17, 2024 and has been reunited with her husband and best friend, Lonnie. Born on December 27, 1939, to Wallace and Ovis Deas in Jennings, FL, Nell lived a life filled with love, family, and faith.

A dedicated beautician for many years, Nell touched the lives of many, not only with her talents, but with her cheerfulness and contagious personality. She had a way of making everyone feel special while they were in her chair and was always willing to lend a listening ear. Nell loved spending time with her grandchildren, shopping, and working in her yard, especially tending to her beautiful flowers. Above all, she cherished her time spent with her beloved husband and best friend, Lonnie Collier, Sr., until his passing in February 2024. This Saturday, September 20th, would have marked their 65th wedding anniversary—a milestone of love and devotion.

Nell's faith was central to her life. As a member of the West Lake Church of God in Jennings, FL, she found strength and comfort in her relationship with God. Her warm heart and infectious spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Nell is survived by her loving grandchildren, Trae Collier (Teresa), Bradley Collier, Shane Collier (Anna Joy), Skylar Collier, Hunter Collier and Dawson Collier; her great-grandson, Lonnie Collier IV; her brother, John Deas (Ellen) of Jennings, FL; her sisters, Bonnie Jones of Jasper, Gwendolyn Coleman (Pete) of Jennings, and Gayle Ratliff (Roger) of Jasper; her daughters-in-law, Susan Wainright (Tony) of Valdosta, GA, and Shannon Trosclair (Jonathan) of Chatom, AL.

Nell was preceded in death by her beloved sons, Lon Collier, Jr. and Sean Collier; her brother, Ralph Deas; and her sister, Jackie Register.

The family will receive friends during a visitation at the Church of God in Statenville, GA, on Monday, September 23, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. A graveside service will follow immediately at Statenville Cemetery at 3:00p.m.Nell's family invites all those who knew and loved her to join them in remembering her life, her faith, and I her enduring love for those she held dear.