Colbert Louis Pierre

Colbert was born on June 21, 1936, in the vibrant town of Saint-Louis du Nord, Haiti. His journey began at La Pointe De•. Palmistes, where the seeds of craftsmanship were planted. With a heart full of ambition, he left Haiti for the Bahamas, where he honed his skills as a carpenter across the islands of Nassau, Freeport, and Abaco. It was during this time that he forged meaningful connections, including with his first wife, Floride, and welcomed two beautiful daughters, Nichole and Celita, into the world. In 1976, driven by hope for a brighter future, he set sail for the United States.

Settling in North Miami Beach, Colbert embraced a new path in public safety with Miami Dade College, starting in 1978. During this time he met his second love, Manecia, and together they welcomed two more cherished children, Steve and Joan. Colbert poured his heart into fatherhood, striving to create a nurturing and prosperous life for his family. He found joy in the great outdoors, relishing moments spent with loved ones and his passion for vintage cars.

After 23 dedicated years with Miami Dade College, Colbert retired in 2001, entering a new chapter alongside his life partner, Lanecia. This time was filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of family gatherings, surrounded by friends and the joyous laughter of his grandchildren.

Until his passing, Colbert approached each day with gratitude, embracing life's blessings. He had an uncanny ability to bring smiles to those around him, always ready with a cherished story from the past. A man of faith and conviction, he held a profound love for God, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy that will resonate in the hearts of all who knew him.

Colbert Louis Pierre was proceeded by his Parents Father, Gubert Louis Pierre and Mother, Celie Lafrance, Brothers and Sisters­Kenol Louis Pierre, Odalberte Louis Pierre, Albert Louis Pierre Leonard Louis Pierre, Edamante Louis Pierre, Adila Louis Pierre, Isemela Louis Pierre, and Gabelus Louis Pierre.

He leaves to cherish his memory: Children-Celita Pierre, Nichole Dagle, Steve Pierre and Joan Louis Pierre; Grandchildren-Anastagia Pierre, Brian Animashaun, the late Calvin Animashaun, Mirai Pierre and Caleb Denis; Great Grandchildren-Zane Animashaun and Ceanna Animashaun; Sisters: Alourdes Louis, Mrs Odettes Louis Pierre Canton, Mrs Ermaine Louis Pierre Hercules, Mrs Roselia Louis Pierre Bethal; Brother-Mr. Bermaine Louis Pierre; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members and friends

A visitation for Colbert will be held Friday, October 11, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Caballero Rivero Southern, 15011 West Dixie Highway, North Miami, FL 33181. A funeral service will occur Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Haitian Evangelical Baptist Church, 14455 Memorial Hwy, Miami, FL 33161. A committal service will occur Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM at Caballero Rivero Southern Memorial Park, 15000 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami, FL 33181.