Photo courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana
JUNE ANN SASAK COLLINS, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2015. She was 74 years old.
She is survived by Scott Collins, her loving husband of 53 years, her daughter, Virginia Collins-Llope, her son, Richard Collins, and her five grandchildren, Daniel, Joseph, and Clare Llope and Sara Allyson and Christopher Collins.
Daughter of the late John and Eva Sasak. Sister of the late Floyd Diehl.
June graduated from Frontier High School in Hamburg, NY and then completed a medical technology degree from Michigan Technological University. During her husband?s military career, she created a loving home wherever they were stationed. She was a supportive and very involved grandparent, who, despite several obstacles, continued to host them for visits including the annual TYC sail camp.
June gave generously of her time to community service in all of the many places she called home. Some of her valued contributions include: sewing beautiful outfits to be sent to needy kids in Africa, serving as the Citizen Mayor of Camp King at Oberursel, Germany where she also helped several GI?s obtain their GED?s, and volunteering for Reading for the Blind. She was a member of and held leadership positions in many organizations, including the Army Officers? Wives? Club, the Slidell Newcomers Club, and the Tammany Yacht Club. She was a charter member of a chapter of the Red Hat Society and an active participant in tai chi exercise even when her body said ?enough.?
She was a cherished mother-in-law, who will be missed by Rick Llope and Michelle Collins.
June was a supportive and comforting friend who always made time for a chat or to prepare a meal for anyone in difficulty.
She was a talented seamstress and loved working on several forms of needlework: quilting, cross-stitching, and crocheting. She sewed doll clothes for her granddaughters. New babies in her social circles received one of her beautifully crocheted baby blocks; she assembled countless of these beloved blocks over the past several decades.
June was an accomplished baker and we will all miss her wonderful desserts; especially her French Silk Pie. Her last creation was hot cross buns for Easter this year.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Christ Episcopal Church, 1534 7th Street, Slidell, LA, on Friday, April 17, 2015 at 3:00 P.M.
Visitation on Friday, April 17, 2015 at Christ Episcopal Church from 2:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M.
Donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or The Salvation Army preferred, in lieu of flowers.
I think about my dear friend often. I do miss her. So supportive, and creative and fun loving. But most of all I miss her support!
Pat Meadowcroft
April 07, 2023 | Friend
Scott, just to let you know that I am thinking of you. I lost my husband, Vito, 5 years ago. It is not easy, but
will get better. Love, Toni
antoinette pace
April 07, 2019 | Sterling Hts, MI | Friend
We had some wonderful times with June and Scott. She was such a talented cook and hostess. Our sympathy to Scott and family. Her light will shine forever in your hearts.
Irv & Cheri Reisman
June 23, 2015 | Troy, MI Now Anaheim, CA, CA
June had the biggest of hearts and the hardest of heads....and I truly loved her for both....a real pal and one of those rare people in the world that could be trusted and relied upon....and so, the world will miss her...all the best to you, Scott, as you cope in the short term and persevere in the longer term...it's what she would have wanted you to do...carry on, my friend..
Lou Sandoz
April 20, 2015 | Slidell, LA
SCOTT & FAMILY:
I HAVE SENT MY PERSONAL CARD W/REGRETS BY SNAIL MAIL (U.S. W/POSTAGE)DUE I WAS UNABLE TO GET MY WORDS ON THE PROVIDED GUEST BOOK OPTION. I MET JUNE IN PERSON AT OUR 50th H.S. CLASS RUNION. I ALSO SENT YOU FOLKS A FEW PICS FROM THE LUNCH
PLACE-I'M SURE YOU REC'D THEM-2007 ?
I'VE ALSO KEPT THE HOLIDAY CARDS W/PHOTO OF YOUR FAMILY YOU SENT ME OVER THE YEAR'S. MAHALO,
SHIRLEY THOMAS
SHIRLEY A THOMAS
April 18, 2015 | HONOLULU, HI
June was one of the most beautiful people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She was always so positive and upbeat about life and could be counted on for honest and sincere chats. I will miss you Mrs. Collins. Much love to you, Scott, Richard, Jenny and all of your precious family. Rest in peace dear friend.
Brenda & Ken Charboneau.
April 18, 2015
I can still recall the first time we met...about 25 years ago. We knew instantly we would be fast friends. Then again, you have that effect on everyone. I will miss your warmth, love and support.
You will probably view this as the next adventure, always the optimist. I bid you a fond farewell for now, until we meet again.
I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to meet such an amazing woman.
My thoughts and prayers are with all who have to carry on without...
Tracy Wilson
April 17, 2015 | Cary, NC
For as long as I have known June Collins I have felt the love and light she emanated to all that she came in contact with. June knew how to let those around her feel loved, cherished and special. I am honored to have called her a friend. Bless you Scott for sharing your beautiful partner with the world. Together you created a powerful blend of love, gentleness and "just good manners", as Miss June would say!
Love to all of the Collins Family.
Cindy and Charles Daigle
April 17, 2015 | Mandeville, LA
Dear Scott:
I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. She sounds like a remarkable woman.
I too lost my husband last year. It is a difficult thing. You are in my prayers.
Toni Pace (Crocenzi)
April 17, 2015