Mervin Ray Collier

Mr. Mervin Ray Collier, age 84, of Salem, passed away Monday, October 10 at Salem Crossing.

Mr. Collier was born February 22, 1938 in Champaign, Illinois the son of Harry I. and Verna M. Chastain Collier. He was the owner of Merv’s TV Service. He was a member of Westview Christian Church where he served as Elder and Deacon. He was the author of The Cathedral of the Dammed.

He is survived by his children: Rebecca Kendall of Salem, Tim Collier of Paoli, Elizabeth McIntosh of Bedford, Mark Collier of Bedford, and Chris Collier (Mary) of Bedford, 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 1 step-grandchild, and 1 step-great-grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his wife: Barbara Minear Collier, two brothers: Clarence Collier, and Robert Collier, five sisters: Estelle Ellison, Reba Ridinger, Bernice Richardson, Louise Halverson, and Mary Jones.

A memorial service will held at 11AM Saturday, November 5 at Westview Christian Church. Visitation will be held from 10AM-until time of service at the church.