Kim E. Collier 56, a lifetime resident of Rootstown, died Wednesday, November 9, 2011. She was born January 22, 1955 in Akron to Walter E. and Emily H. (Pontius) Collier. Kim worked as a social worker and had attended Grace Baptist Church in Akron. She is survived by her aunt Doris Rose of Malvern and several cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Emily Collier. A memorial service will be held at 2 PM Tuesday, November 15, 2011 with friends received from 1 PM until time of services at 2 at Grace Baptist Church, 704 N. Firestone Blvd., Akron, Ohio 44306. Arrangements have been entrusted to Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Home Ravenna Chapel.