Harold Collier, 58, of rural Columbia City, died Monday, May 4, at his home. He had been in failing health.

He was born Feb. 20, 1957 in Shelbyville, a son of the late Vincent Lonnie and Pearl Mae (Holcomb) Collier. His formative years were spent in Columbia City. He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School in 1975.

On Aug. 10, 1977 he entered active duty with the U.S. Air Force. He became an armament specialist with the rank of Sergeant. He received his honorable discharge Sept. 9, 1981.

He worked for Dana, Fort Wayne for approximately 14 years and then Busche in Albion until 2013.

Spending time with his grandchildren was his passion. Known as “Mr. Fixit” among his family, he could fix or repair anything around the house.

He is survived by his two children: Son: Kristofer Collier, Fort Wayne; and daughter: Mae Lynn Collier, Warsaw; six grandchildren; siblings: Ed Collier, South Carolina; Stacy Dear; Wallace (Peggy) Collier; Sandra Collier; and Rick (Shanna) Collier; all of Columbia City; and a half brother: Paul Maggard.

He was preceded in death by a brother: Roger Collier; a sister: Mantie Furnas; a half-sister: Marie Profit; and two half-brothers: Tim and Dan Maggard.

Visitation will be at noon until the service at 2 p.m. Friday, May 8, at Smith and Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. Burial will be in the South Park Annex Cemetery.

Preferred memorial are to final expenses, care of Smith and Sons Funeral Home.