Helen Frank Collins

Helen Frank Collins obituary, Richmond, VA

Helen Frank Collins

Helen Collins Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jun. 25, 2010.
COLLINS, Helen Frank, born Helen Louise McLaughlin in 1930 in Pittsburgh and reared in Butler County, Pa., passed away June 21, 2010, at age 79. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Thomas Crall Collins; and by sons, Thomas D. Collins II and David I. Frank; granddaughters and cousins. She received a LaRoche Liberal Arts Degree and VCU Master's Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision, and taught at Stony Point, Armstrong/ Kennedy, Meadowbrook, Midlothian, and University of Richmond. Mrs. Collins set up and ran Hampton Township Pennsylvania Office for the Re-election of Nixon/Agnew, was the editor of Pittsburgh Zoo News, editor of Henrico Doctors' Hospital Seniority Newsletter, Alpha Delta Kappa Chapter President. Relatives, friends and neighbors are cordially invited to the Trellis Crossing Clubhouse, Friday, July 2, at 11 a.m. for a celebration of life service. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson's Richmond Metro Chapter APDA, P.O. Box 70183, Richmond, Virginia 23255-0283.


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Theda Ann Purvis

March 9, 2025

I am so sorry I am only now finding out about her passing. She was a beloved Teacher, Coach and Mentor to a young girl who needed some wisdom and guidance. She was a force of nature and nurture who cared for so many. MBK class of 85

John Turner

June 25, 2010

Tom, I just wanted you to know we are thinking of you. It's been a long hard haul these last years and the struggle is over for both of you. Helen certainly had a lot to be thankful for in having you.

John Turner

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