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Mary COLLINS Obituary
Mary Marie Collins passed away early on January 10, 2020, at 87 years of age. Born to Edyth Cantor and Oscar Tipton in Ravenna, KY. She spent time growing up in
Cincinnati and Michigan
before her marriage to Jack Collins. Marie is survived by 3 children, Clyde Collins, Debra DeBeers and Jack Collins, Daughter-in-Law Cody Collins. Grandchildren include Daniella Long, Sarah Goodman, John Lyons, and Jenny Todd. There are 7 great-grandchildren. Her career as a real estate broker was a natural for her outgoing ways; she assisted many beginners rise to prosperity. She taught by example the appreciation of cultures different from hers, and to fight injustice. Her books were always open for learning. Her flower gardens were big and the Southern recipes legendary. She will be cremated and there will be a remembrance gathering TBD. In lieu of
flowers, please donate to Hospice of Dayton, her favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
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Taleisa
February 3, 2022
Nicest lady we lived upstairs from her my children will always remember Yah-yah and baking cookies during the holidays .. forever missed
Martha Dougherty
January 16, 2021
She will always be missed. She was the best neighbor i very had. We loved working on my flowers. She always went out of her to help someone. I'm going to miss to miss her, but I will cherish the time and memories I have of her
Martha Dougherty
~ Becky
January 15, 2021
I wish I had met your mama Marie. All my love my dear friend and family.
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