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Megan Collins Obituary

Megan L. Collins Lansing Megan L. Collins, age 22, passed away unexpectedly at her home on April 8, 2010. She was born August 29, 1987 at Lansing, daughter of Owen and Linda (Trotter) Collins. Megan was a graduate of Potterville High School, class of 2005 and attended L.C.C. and Kaplin Online University. Megan loved music and wrote poetry. She was an employee of Bridgewater Manufacturing of Lansing. Survivors include her parents, Owen and Linda Collins of Potterville; 2 sisters, Olivia (Tony) Reed and Emily Collins all of Charlotte; 5 nieces and nephews; grandmother, Marjorie (Emil) Anderson of Tacoma, WA; and grandfather, John (Sharla) Trotter of Denver, CO. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 12, 2010 - 4:00 P.M. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with Rev. Troy Shaw officiating. Interment will follow at the Benton Twp. Cemetery, Eaton Co., MI. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Online condolences may be made at www.petersandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Apr. 10, 2010.

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April 16, 2010

megan, u were my aunt and like an older sister to me. i love u with all my heart.u will allways be remember 4 who u were "good times". MEAGN I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART!! u never have to be scared ne more and u r safe. always remmember me i wrote poem about u. it makes me cry/smile every time i read it.u will alwasy be in my heart and thoughts? i love u may u rest in peace fly away frebird. ur an angel u can now spread ur wings and fly i lvoe u ? RIP megan. love your niece kirsty werstie [ kirsten ?]

Scott & Denise Trotter

April 12, 2010

May you rest in peace Megan! I only met you once a very long time ago. I am your grandfather's (John Trotter) daughter-n-law. You made a lasting impression on me when you came to Colorado with your sister Emily. I fondly remember you being a bright & beautiful young lady. Scott and I will NEVER forget you. We pray for you, your Mom & Dad, your sisters and nieces & nephews as they endure this painful time in their lives. May your memories keep us all strong. GOD BLESS!
Love Denise & Scott

Tracy Dunn

April 12, 2010

Linda and family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. May you take comfort in gods word.
Most sincerely,
Tracy (potterville school)

Jane Affinito

April 12, 2010

Linda, I am so sorry...I am praying for you and your family.
Love you
Jane

Carol Davis

April 11, 2010

Linda, You know that I am sending you all my thoughts and prayers. I am holding you close to my heart.
Love..Cousin Carol

michelle ackley

April 11, 2010

Please know that we are thinking of you ALL at this sad time in your lives!
Chad~Michelle
Collin~Alana~Nathan and Anna Ackley

Elizabeth Garcia

April 11, 2010

Love you Linda and I know God will give you strength!

Elizabeth Garcia

April 11, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mary Shaw

April 10, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss. The thoughts of many, including mine, are with you. Megan will always be remembered by everyone she touched throughout her life...

April 10, 2010

Dear Collins Family,
There are no words that help this tragedy make sense. Please know that all of Potterville is thinking of you at this time. I also remember Meagan's smile. It was comparable to turning on a light. May God give your family some peace.

Love,
Barb Reed Wambold

April 10, 2010

To the Collins family....This is a time in my life when I ask "Why". Why, Why, Why.....This is where my faith in God must be stronger each moment of thought. I am deeply sorry for your tragedy and loss of Megan. To me, Megan holds a special place in my heart. I have great memories watching her grow from that hormonal adolescent to a creative young lady while coaching and teaching her thoughout her years at Potterville. Above and beyond being her teacher, the "Collins Ladies" have always been dear to me as I have been apart of your lives for many years. I will always remember her natural beauty and beautiful smile. When Megan would come to school ornery, I could always get her to crack a smile. She would make me work harder sometimes to accomplish my goal, but I always seemed to win the "smile battle".
As for the days, weeks, months and years to come, each day will be a challege for us all. But no one can take the fond memories we all have of Megan away. Stay strong and if there is one peice of advice I can offer you and your family, it is "don't be too proud to receive grieving counseling and lean on your friends and family for support." If you need anything, just ask. And, I will be there each day to offer Kirsten BIG hugs when needed at school.

With my deepest love and sympathy, Georgina Fry Hill

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