Esther Mae Collard

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Esther Mae Collard 62 of Lawrenceville, Illinois passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.

She was born on April 8, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois to Robert and Naomi (Torrens) Collard.

Esther worked as a Registered Nurse and was a member of the Gathered to the Lords Name Church.

Esther had a huge heart, especially for children. She adopted eight of her own, and fostered many more. After her children were grown, she sponsored many more children through Compassion International, and had a wonderful trip to El Salvador to visit one of them. She loved Southern Gospel music, and especially enjoyed the Gaithers. One of her favorite things to do was going to garage sales and she was always picking up things for others in need. In her later years she took great joy in her grandchildren and taking them to Sunday School. Esther placed value on eternal things rather than material things in this life. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was always fun to be around. She will be missed by many.

She is survived by her 7 children Jacob Collard, Josiah Collard, Amelia Herrin, Nathaniel Collard, John Mark Collard, Tabby Chambers and Jeremiah Collar, 1 brother Daniel Collard and wife Jodi of Michigan.

Esther was preceded in death by her parents, 1 son Cameron Collard and 1 brother Paul Collard.

There will be a Private Funeral Service for Esther at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 29, 2021 at Glasser Funeral Home with Phil Jenning officiating.

Those attending the services are required to wear face masks in the funeral home and observe social distancing.

Burial will be in the Lawrenceville City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Glasser Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

On-line condolences may be sent to www.glasserfh.com.

Glasser Funeral Home trusted with arrangements.