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Timeline for Jeffrey David Collette
Born: July 14, 1958
Died: November 15, 2024
Jeffrey David Collette, 66, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 15, 2024.
Born July 14, 1958, and raised in Millbury Massachusetts, Jeff left home at 19 to Join the Marines. Following his military service, he chose Arizona as his home, spending the past 42 years building a life in Tucson. During this time, he dedicated over 30 years to PFI as General Manager.
He retired at the age of 60 to focus on his passions: gardening, creating music, and spending cherished time with family. His love for music was known by all. He was not one to wear his heart on his sleeve, so as a singer, songwriter, he used his music to express the words and emotions closest to his heart.
Jeff is survived by the love of his life and partner of 20 years, Michelle Camarena, his devoted step-children Mike, Marcus, and Matthew, whom he loved as his own, his beloved grandson Ayden, and his nephews Mike (Amanda) and Matthew (Ashley) Collette.
Jeff is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Doris Collette, and brothers, Michael and David, as well as his dog Jake.
Jeff was a wonderful and loving partner, son, brother, dad, grandpa and friend. He truly had a beautiful soul and will be forever missed. His mark on life and those around him will not easily be diminished.
Family services will take place on December 8 at 2:00 PM at Michelle’s home. A memorial gathering will follow at 3:00 PM at the Countryside Community Center, 9151 N. Bald Eagle Ave, Tucson, AZ.
Thank you to Marana Mortuary Cemetery.
I had the privilege of working with Jeff. I am a Pse employee but got to work with Jeff several times through the years. Missed him when he retired he had a dry sense of humor and enjoyed joking around with him. He is probably joking with Will they were also good friends and Will passed 3 years ago. Miss ya Jeff. Rosie Sproson
Love you Jeff! We Will miss our dinners out with you and Michelle, your beautiful smile and your happy go lucky way. Proud to have you as my cousin. You will be missed.
I taught Jeff guitar for 30 years..he was a good student, and we became friends. I helped him with his recording “where did summer go?” In 2004. He was dedicated to his parents, taking care of them during their later years. We would have breakfast together and get all the world’s problems discussed. I will miss him. Bill Ganz
Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Marana Mortuary & Cemetery.
I had the privilege of working with Jeff. I am a Pse employee but got to work with Jeff several times through the years. Missed him when he retired he had a dry sense of humor and enjoyed joking around with him. He is probably joking with Will they were also good friends and Will passed 3 years ago. Miss ya Jeff. Rosie Sproson
Love you Jeff! We Will miss our dinners out with you and Michelle, your beautiful smile and your happy go lucky way. Proud to have you as my cousin. You will be missed.
I taught Jeff guitar for 30 years..he was a good student, and we became friends. I helped him with his recording “where did summer go?” In 2004. He was dedicated to his parents, taking care of them during their later years. We would have breakfast together and get all the world’s problems discussed. I will miss him. Bill Ganz
Marana Mortuary & Cemetery
Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Marana Mortuary & Cemetery.