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Lisa Ann Collie

January 6, 1967 ~ January 5, 2025

Born in: Rocky Mount, NC
Resided in: Sharpsburg, NC

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SHARPSBURG – Lisa Ann Collie, age 57, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at UNC Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on January 6, 1967, she was the daughter of the late Jean Sherrod Collie. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents Randolph and Reba Sherrod, and Lonnie and Adele Collie, uncle’s Dennis Sherrod, Jimmy Collie, Danny Ray Collie, uncle Fonzie and Joyce Ann Flowers of Henderson.

Lisa grew up in Sharpsburg and attended NEW Christian Academy, Southern Nash Junior and Southern Nash Senior High where she graduated in 1985. She was a cheerleader at her school and won the Miss Holly beauty pageant years ago. Lisa’s biggest pleasure and the highlight of her life was her son Tyler that gave her the blessing of being a mom for the first and only time. Although having him later in life she truly became a great mom and to have a loving autistic child for 16 years, she saw no wrong in him and gave him all she could to the end of her life.

Lisa leaves behind to cherish her memory, her son, Tyler Whitley of the home; father George L. Collie of the home and brother Randall Collie of Sharpsburg. She is also survived by her aunts; Joyce and husband Billy Green of Rocky Mount, Jo Ann Lamm and husband Barry Goldstein of Rocky Mount, and Faye Sherrod of Spring Hope. Her uncle Richard and wife Vicky Collie of Wilson and many loving cousins.

Lisa had many friends and family that helped along the way through the more than 5 years of battling breast cancer. Along with her dad, Lisa’s aunt Joyce and aunt Jo Ann were like having her mother right there by her side through all the doctor’s visits and the pain she endured, she truly loved them immensely. Friends like Dawn Winstead, Wendy Perkerson Moon, Angie Vaughan Baker, Donna Woolard and many more for helping care and taking her to her doctor’s visits and just being a friend.

A Celebration of life will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Avalon Baptist Church, 3225 Old Battleboro Road Rocky Mount, NC 27801 with Pastor Bill Brantley officiating. A visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 6:45PM prior to the service in the chapel of Avalon Baptist Church, 3225 Old Battleboro Road Rocky Mount, NC 27801.

Flowers are welcome or Memorials may be made to George Collie on behalf of her son, Tyler Whitley.

Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.  You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.

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  1. Lisa was full of life and loved everyone she come in contact with. She will be missed by alot of people, I know that I will miss her even if I didn’t see her much and my siblings feel the same because they grew up with her.

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    • Joyce and Jo Ann, David and I send our love and sympathy to the entire family. Our hearts are broken in the loss of Lisa. We are sorry we won’t be able to make it for the funeral but all of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

      David and Jackie Glover
      Bluffton SC

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  2. Mr Collie and Randal,

    I am so sorry to see this Vince called me last night. Prayers for her son and you both.

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  3. Joyce and Jo Ann, David and I send our love and sympathy to the entire family. Our hearts are broken in the loss of Lisa. We are sorry we won’t be able to make it for the funeral but all of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

    David and Jackie Glover
    Bluffton SC

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  4. Joyce and Jo Ann, David and I are so sorry for the loss of Lisa. We send our love and sincere sympathy to all the family. We are very regrettful that we cant make the funeral but our love, thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.

    David and Jackie Glover
    Hilton Head SC

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  5. Lisa was a beautiful young lady just like her mom Jean. She truly loved her family and couldn’t do enough for Tyler.I know she had a great support system not only her family but friends also. Lisa you will be greatly missed but hurt no more and rejoice in Heaven with your mom. Tyler is in great care with your dad and Randall and they will never let him forget you.

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  7. You fought the fight with Courage and strength 💪. We will all miss you here,we continue the battle in your honor. ENJOY your Heavenly home and watch over us all Till we see you again rest easy knowing all that knew you will always remember your Courage and Love for all. Robbie &Lisa Tippette.

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  8. So heartbroken to hear Lisa has passed. I’m from Sharpsburg as well and battling stage 4 breast cancer. I am praying for you all, may God bless you with comfort and strength during this difficult time. 🙏❤️

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  9. To the Collie family, my deepest condolences goes out to your family. Praying that God give you all strength and comfort during this time of sadness. May God continue to keep his arms wrapped around you all and remember the good times you all shared.

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  10. George: Russell & I send you our love & prayers at this time of great sorrow. We will continue to pray for
    you & all the family.

    P.S.- She looked just like her Mama.

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  11. Praying this family find Peace, Comfort, and Strength in this difficult time, and yes Tyler was the love of her life. She spoke of wanting to be here to see him grow up. She was so proud of him. Tyler loved his mom too. He would always say he hoped she felt better. He understands that she is in heaven with his grandmother.
    Condolences to everyone,
    Ms. Pat Hunter

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  12. Randall and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all during this difficult time and for the days ahead.
    Jennifer Langley Smith

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  13. Love and Prayers for Mr Collie and Tyler and Randall. Lisa has been a friend of mine for many years. We went to school together at NEW years ago. I would often run into her and she would always have a smile on her face even though all the pain and suffering she was going through! Rest in Peace my Friend until I see you again! Love, Beth Bass Edwards

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  14. So sorry for your loss, she was so strong and brave throughout her sickness. May her family have peace and comfort knowing that she is no longer in pain. RIP Lisa
    🙏❤️

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  17. Dear Tyler, Mr. Collie, Randall and family,
    We are tuly sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thughts and prayers.
    Know God’s love and peace surrounds you all to bring you comfort.
    May Lisa Ann’s soul rest in peace.
    Murr and Carmody families.

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  19. Prayers for Mr. Collie, Tyler, Randall and the rest of Lisa’s family. May God’s love, peace and comfort be with you all during this difficult time.

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  20. We Have Been Friends For Over 47 Years & We Have Gone Through Alot of Lifes Changes With All of Its Ups & Downs! My Life Is Forever Changed Because of You & Your Loving Family❣️ It Is a Little More Empty Now & You Will Be Truly Missed My Dear Friend…Until I See You Again😇

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  21. George, Randall and Tyler, we are so sorry for your family’s loss. May God’s grace care for each of you during this time.
    Phyllis & Bill Joyner

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  22. George, Tyler and Randell I am so sorry for your loss. She is now free from pain and in the arms of her Savior and her loving Mother.
    God bless you and yours.

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  23. We knew each other a long time..you’ll be missed.. you fought so hard for your son Tyler, and your wonderful dad George Collie, and your brother Randall..you’re in heaven now with your mom and God is watching over your loved ones..rest in peace beautiful friend..til we meet again
    love always…Connie 💔

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