Johnny “Jake” Collier passed away at home on February 17th 2022. Jake was a loving, kind man who was cherished by all who knew him. Jake was a lifelong fisherman. One of his wishes was to share his love of fishing with the youth of Battle Creek. The Collier Family has started a Memorial Fund and would like to honor Jake’s last wishes by gifting 60 fishing rods, some simple tackle, and fishing instructions to Battle Creek Kids. In partnership with the City of Battle Creek, MI Government Small Business Battle Creek, Battle Creek Parks & Rec Department, and Smitty's Sport Shop, the rods will be distributed and fishing instructions given on the shoreline of Goguac Lake on August 13, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon. The details are as follows: - 60 fishing rod kits are available free of charge - Limit 1 per child 3 per household - Age limit 6 - 16 years old - Register in person for the fishing rod kit and fishing instructions at Smitty’s 1408 W Michigan Ave. on the following dates: Wednesday, August 2nd 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Friday, August 4th 12 PM to 3:00 PM Saturday, August 5th 9:00 […]