of Haskell, AR
January 4, 1928 - September 15, 2013
Walter E. Collatt, 85, of Haskell, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2013 at his home. He was born January 4, 1928 in Haskell to the late Roy and Lillian Smart Collatt. Mr. Collatt was a member of Mt. Harmony Missionary Baptist Church and was employed with Reynolds Mines for 35 years. He was in the U.S. Army and a veteran of the Korean War.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Mary Lee Collatt; one daughter, Gail Burns of Haskell; two sons, Gary Collatt and wife Andrea and Troy Collatt and wife Carolyn all of Haskell; one sister, Shirley Holmes of Haskell; one brother, Ray Collatt and wife ''Fred'' Winnie of Benton; five grandchildren, Stephanie, Andrew, and Austin Collatt all of Haskell, Stephen Collatt of Fort Smith, AR, and Kristie Parks of Alma, AR; three great grandchildren, Colby Parks of Haskell, Kaleigh Ramsey of Alma, and Austin Jay Collatt, Jr. of Glen Rose; one great-great grandchild, Kloie Parks, and many other extended family members, friends, acquaintances, and caregivers.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 17, 2013 in the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047) with Bro. Lyndel Harbenson and Bro. Jason Keisler officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Harmony Cemetery in Haskell. Serving as pallbearers are Kenny Babbs, Jayson Red, Alfred Blair, Johnny Harmon, Jerry Barnett, and Ryan James. Honorary pallbearers are Paul Fortner, Sr., Joe Gatti, Billy Ray Collatt, and Brandon Ray Collatt.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday evening, September 16th at the funeral home.
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11 Condolence(s)
clyde McKelvey
Friday, September 20, 2013
I worked with Walter at the Mines. He was an easy going, very good employee and a good man. I liked him lot. Prayers for his family.
Joy Smart/Johnson
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
I am the daughter of Eugene and Mary Lou Smart, Joy. Was just telling cousin Deborah, I remember Walter being one of Dad's friends as a kid...Sorry to hear of his passing. Watching the video clip, made me think of some places him and dad might have been fishing or hunting. God Bless you all with the comfort only God can give you at a time like this!
Deborah Wade
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Walter! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this time! Deborah Wade & Ann Smart & Families.
Michelle & Brian Parks
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you in this great time of sorrow. Colby, Brian and I are so proud of you for stepping up and taking care of Mr. Collatt the way you have. Just know that he is with God now and watching you grow. Hold to your Faith and know that God knows Best.
cecilia "sissy" dodd
Monday, September 16, 2013
Sorry for your loss - may the love & support of those around you help you through the days ahead
Tanya Stegall Kennedy
Monday, September 16, 2013
So sorry to hear about Mr. Collatt's passing. Will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sonny & Sue Long
Monday, September 16, 2013
Mary Lee and Family,
Sorry to hear of Walters passing. May God bless you at this time and in the days ahead.
Sonny and Sue Long
Keri Coffman Whitney
Sunday, September 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Diane Coffman
Sunday, September 15, 2013
The family is in my heart & prayers.
Mary Kathryn Hunnicutt Burks
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Mary Lee, Gail Sue, Gary & Troy,
I know this is the hardest time for your family. Please know that God is with you and He knows your pain. My relief was in the fact that Mom and Dad did not have to suffer any longer. Maybe you can see some since of comfort in that fact. Love you all! Mary Kathryn
Rev. Wayne Smith
Sunday, September 15, 2013
It was a pleasure to minister to Walter, he loved to sing gospel, and at times he would attend the church services when he was able. Praise God, he has graduated to Heaven never to hurt again.