Celebrating the Life of Mrs. Dorothy Mae Roache Coleman Collier, Sunrise, December 10, 1922, Sunset, September 7, 2008, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 2202 Riverbank Drive, Orangeburg, South Carolina, Saturday, September 13, 2008, Eleven O'Clock in the Morning, Father Michael J. O'Kere, Officiating

Mr. Tyrone Gilmore, Jr. Mr. Lewie Helton Mr. Willie Roache

Mr. Earl Higgins, Jr. Mr. Jackson Helton, Jr. Mr. Lewie Roache, Jr. Mr. Martin Roache

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The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to all of the many friends who have shown sincere compassion during our time of sorrow. We have been sustained by your prayers, love and presence. May God continue to bless you.
The Family

Simmons Funeral Home 907 Russell Street, NW
Orangeburg, South Carolina 29119

Sunrise December 10, 1922

Sunset September 7, 2008
Holy Trinity Catholic Church 2202 Riverbank Drive
Orangeburg, South Carolina

Saturday, September 13, 2008 Eleven O'Clock in the Morning

Father Michael J. O'Kere, Officiating

Mrs. Dorothy Roache Coleman Collier was born on December 10, 1922 in South Carolina to the late Mr. Willie Roache and Mrs. Lessie Roache . She was the second of five children, two of which preceded her in death; one brother, Willie V. Roach and one sister, Agnes Rowe.
She was married to the late Mr. Jacob Coleman. To this union, two daughters were born. She later married Mr. Frank Collier who also preceded her in death.
Mrs. Collier was educated in the public schools of Sumter County, South Carol ina. She attended Morris College and received a Bachelor's Degree from Claflin University. Mrs . Collier also did graduate studies at South Carolina State University. She utilized her consistent teaching skills to enrich the lives of a multitude of Orangeburg City School children. One of Mrs. Collier's co-workers described her as being so patient that she could teach a "turnip to read."
In addition, to lovingly teaching in the public schools she taught many persons, young and old, crafts for the Orangeburg Recreation Program. She could be found under the trees teaching crocheting, chaperoning the famous Bob Nichols dances at the Zimmerman Youth Center or teaching ceramics at Orangeburg City Gym.
Mrs. Collier was the ultimate people's person always ready with a smile and conversation with anyone she met. She shared her unconditional love and belongings to help everybody in the Orangeburg Community. One could find some child's worn out shoes in her book bag because she was going to replace them by buying a new pair. When students could not afford to buy food or pay to stay on campus, she would feed them and/or give them a place to stay so they could complete their education at Claflin University or South Carolina State University. During the 1968 unrest (Orangeburg Massacre) Mrs . Collier provided a safe place for students to stay until they could arrange to leave when the campu ses were closed . In her infinite wisdom she collected all firearms from the students to maintain peace. Mrs. Collier returned all firearm s to the students at a later date.
Many people came to her house during Claflin and South Carolina State University's Homecoming for that delicious Aunt Mae's meal.
Mrs. Coli ier had a wealth of knowledge about how to get aid for people who needed it. She transported people in the community to various agencies and helped them apply for needed assistance. Her brother (Lewis) said "My sister, Mae has practiced more disability law than Rita" (his daughter, who is a lawyer) .
The most desirable attribute of Mrs. Collier was her unwavering devotion to her family. She genuinely loved all of her family unconditionally and embraced every challenging relationship with wisdom and affection. Whether the challenge was raising money for her niece to become May Queen; passing on her love of crafts to another niece; or holding and walking still another niece all night, who had the misfortune of being born with club feet. Or, in instances such as purchasing a college bound nephew a warm winter coat, and closely monitoring her grandsons throughout college, she was always there . In every situation, her tender and reassuring hands made a difference. Her doors were always open with a warm welcome to family and friends. When family members were ill, she was a willing and dependable caregiver.
"Miss Mae" or "Aunt Mae" as she was affectionately called leaves to cherish her fond memories: two dedicated daughters, Mrs. Jacqueline Coleman (Dr. C. Tyrone) Gilmore of Spartanburg, South Carolina and Mrs. LaValle Coleman (the late Dr. Earl B.) Higgins of Orangeburg, South Carolina; one sister, Mrs . Avernell Roache Helton of Compton, California; one brother, Dr. Lewie C. (Geneva Smiley) Roache of Orangeburg, South Carolina; three grandchildren, Mr. Tyrone (Lori) Gilmore, Jr. of Greenville, South Carolina; Major Earl (Lita) B. Higgins, Jr. of South Riding, Virginia and Ms. Tracy Robinson of Spartanburg, South Carolina; five great grandchildren, Ashley Gilmore, Kionna Gilmore, Tyrone Gilmore, Earl Higgins Ill and Victoria Higgins; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, God-children, other relatives and friends.

Gathering Greeting of the coffin and family in the vestibule with accompanying rituals

Processional ..... .... ........ ... ....... .. ................................. .... .. ............... ..........The Family
Praise to the Lord
Opening Prayer .............................................................. ........ Father Michael O'Kere The Liturgy of the Word

First Reading

Old Testament ................................ ...................... .. .... ............. ... Mrs. Vera Wright

Responsorial Psalm 2 7

Wisdom 3: 1-9

The Lord is my light and my salvation

Second Reading



New Testament ... ............................. ....................................... .. Mrs. Vera Wright

Romans 5: 5-11

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia Alleluia .................... .......................................................... Revelation 14:13

The Gospel Reading .. ......................................................................... Father O'Kere The Homily ................................................................... ..................... Father O'Kere General Intercessions

The response to the several petitions is Gracious Lord, hear us!
The Liturgy of The Eucharistic
Preparation of Gifts

H is Eye is on the Sparrow .. . ....... ....... .... ... ...... ... .. . ......... .. .. ...................... ... .Mr. U.S. Jarvis During the Eucharistic Prayer you are asked to knell or to be seated . After the Act of Consecration of Bread and Wine we respond
CHRIST HAS DIED, CHRIST IS RISEN
CHRIST WILL COME AGAIN After the Eucharistic Pra~er we respond Amen and join together in the Lord 's Prayer and exchange a sign of Peace and Consolation before we approach the Lord 's Table.

The reception of Body and Blood

Holy Communion is an act of Faith of Christ under the Appearance of

in the wheat

Real Presence of the and grape. Because

Catholics believe that the celebration of the Eucharistic is a sign of the reality of the

oneness of Faith and worship, members of those church with whom we are not yet

fully united are ordinarily not admitted to Holy Communion.

After the reception of the Eucharistic (or if you are not receiving) please be seated.

You are Mine ................................... ............................... ............................ ... Hymn 693

Prayer of Thanksgiving after Communion

Remarks ................................................................... Mr. Tyrone Gilmore, Jr., Grandson

Final Commendation

Major Earl Higgins, Jr., Grandson

Incense coffin and final prayers

Recessional .......................................................................................Mr. U.S. Jarvis
Because H e Lives

Bell vi lie Memorial Gardens Orangeburg, South Carolina