William Adolphus (Pete) Colclasure of Magazine, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, June 3, 2023.  He passed away very peacefully at his home in Blue Mountain where he had lived for many years with his wife. He was born in Bayou Meto, Arkansas, to William P. and Chelley Rapier Colclasure. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sons, Michael Williams and Vincent France. He was 84 years old.

Pete retired from the railroad thirty years ago and was able to enjoy his life hunting, fishing, spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Edith Colclasure; one daughter, Tamara (David) Whitt; four sons, Randy Colclasure, Shawn (Lisa) Colclasure, Chris (Amanda) Colclasure, Scottie (Psalms) Colclasure, and Steven (Mandy) Williams; and numerous grandchildren and some great-grandchildren.

Cremation services are under the direction of Brotherton Brothers Funeral Home in Paris.

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