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FLOYDS KNOBS - Collins, Ira H. "Buddy," 90, of Floyds Knobs, IN, passed away on November 26, 2013, at the VA Medical Center in Louisville, KY.
A proud World War II veteran of the U. S. Navy SeaBees, Ira was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1693 in New Albany and was a 4th Degree with the Knights of Columbus - Bishop Spalding Council #2621. He retired from the K&I Railroad Company after 41 years. He leaves a legacy of faith, family, integrity, generosity, and love of life to all.
Ira was born on December 4, 1922 in Lothair, Kentucky, to the late Ira and Bertha (Abston) Collins. He was preceded in death by his sons, John and Steve Collins; brother, Billy Collins, and sisters, Nell Smith and Louise Rochester.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Mary D. "Cookie" (Cook) Collins; children, Ira "Mickey" Collins (Karen), Connie Collins, Madonna Gammel (Allen), Michelle Spooner (Guy), and Ted Collins (Elsa); sister, Betty Jo Keadle; 15 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. on Friday, November 29, 2013 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Navilleton (7500 Navilleton Road, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119). His Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the church with burial and military honors to follow at the church cemetery. Newcomer Funeral Home (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany) is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Support-in-Loss Ministry of St. Mary's Navilleton Church.
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Thank you Dad for being the best teacher & father ever. I am so grateful that God blessed me to be your daughter!! Until we meet again - I love you.
January 9, 2014
Dear Cookie, we are so sorry we missed this in the newspaper.
We send our love and prayers,
Helen Arnold
December 4, 2013
Our love and Prayers are with you. Dave and Phyllis Schickel
November 29, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your father was a beautiful example of a great husband, father and grandfather. I'm thankful to have known him and all the Collin's family members.
Carolyn kratz Swash
November 29, 2013
Uncle Buddy that is what you have been for years, even though you are not my uncle. I sure am going to miss you.
Shelia LaFond
November 29, 2013
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest in God's eternal peace. From a grateful American.
November 28, 2013
Mickey and Karen, Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. It is very easy to see where Mickey gets that eternal happiness of a smile and face! We know you will miss your Dad so much. Our Love, Sue & Fred
Fred & Sue Huse
November 28, 2013
Happy Birthday my friend
Will Collins
November 28, 2013
Love and Sympathy to All of You! Memaw Sissy!
sissy fenwick
November 28, 2013
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