WHITAKERS - Rudy Collie passed away February 4, 2024 at age 72.

He was born November 22, 1951 in Nash County as a son born to Astor C. and Lillie Mae Brake Collie. In addition to his parents, Rudy was preceded in death by his brothers, Grady Collie and William "Bill" Hilton Collie.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Smith Collie; daughter, Amanda Carol Collie Pierce and fiancé, Daniel "Benny" Pellum of Red Oak; sister, Odell Dawes of Four Oaks; brothers, Tim Collie (Cheryl) of Wilson; two grandchildren; sister-in-law, Carol Collie of San Antonio Texas; many nieces, nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Northside Community Church, 1660 Beaver Pond Drive, Rocky Mount. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.