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Richard Edward “Dick” Collis, 81, passed away on February 7, 2026, in Mesa, Arizona.

Born on March 26, 1944, in La Porte, Indiana, Dick was the son of Thomas Paul Collis and Virginia Humphrey Collis.

In the 1960s, Dick proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps 3rd Marine Division. His time in the military left a lasting impression on him, and he remained deeply patriotic throughout his life. He …

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We miss Dick.  He and my husband Gilbert Merrill were in trucking together for a very long time.  One of the reasons Di…
We miss Dick.  He and my husband Gilbert Merrill were in trucking together for a very long time.  O…
We miss Dick.  He and my husband Gilbert Merrill were in truckin…

My friend, I raise a glass in honor of you. I know we shall see you at the gates of heaven when my work here is done. 

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My friend, I raise a glass in honor of you. I know we shall see you at the gates of heaven when my …

My friend, I raise a glass in honor of you. I know we shall see …

Such a kind and giving man.  Huge supporter of Patriot Guard Riders when we were so very busy!  I smile when I think of…
Such a kind and giving man.  Huge supporter of Patriot Guard Riders when we were so very busy!  I s…
Such a kind and giving man.  Huge supporter of Patriot Guard Rid…
What extremely sad news that we’ve lost this very special man and friend that everyone just called Dick. Over my 27 yea…
What extremely sad news that we’ve lost this very special man and friend that everyone just called …
What extremely sad news that we’ve lost this very special man an…

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March 26th, 1944
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Passed away

February 7th, 2026
Mesa, AZ

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