Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
Jun 3, 1946 – May 5, 2025
PAYER, Linda Fay (Collins) – Of Grand Blanc, age 78, died Monday, May 5, 2025 at Serene Gardens of Grand Blanc.
Per Linda’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
Linda was born in Flint, Michigan on June 3, 1946, the daughter of the late William and Edna (Cunningham) Collins. Linda graduated from Lakeville High School. On June 26, 1965, she married Steven Payer in Marlette, Michigan. She enjoyed rock collecting, polishing them, the Mexican train game, loved to decorate for the holidays, and spending time with her family and cherished her grandchildren. Linda also enjoyed playing games and cards with friends, birdwatching and enjoying nature. Linda was employed with Bronners Christmas Wonderland for 15 years.
Surviving are, sons, Steven (Heather) Payer and John (Cheri) Payer;
grandchildren, Shelby, Paige, Amanda, Dustin, Alex, Cassandra, Grant, and Ashlyn;
great-grandchildren, Everleigh, Addisyn, Layla, Nora and Brynn;
sisters, Jean (Dave) Schopieray, Patsy LaPorte;
brothers, Bill Collins Jr and Frank (Jane) Collins;
and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve and daughter Rhonda.
Special thank you to Serene Gardens and McLaren Hospice for all their support and compassion.
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Linda was a wonderful neighbor! I spent many hours playing at the Payer home. Please know my prayers will be with your family!
Dawn (Penney) Vito
May 27, 2025 | Otisville, MI | Neighbor
So sorry to hear of Linda's passing. May God give comfort to her family. We were neighbors and schoolmates and good friends as kids. We had many fun times with her and Patsy.
Karon and Mary Lou Kennedy
May 13, 2025 | Flint, MI | Friend
Will see you again in heaven, love you
Elizabeth Widner
May 08, 2025 | Clio, MI | Family
Linda was my sister in law for 60 years. We shared so many happy times. Weddings, babies, holidays, and evenings playing cards. A very sad time for our family. Love you, Brenda Payer Nelius
Brenda Payer Nelius
May 08, 2025 | Canton, MI | Family
You have always been a great friend. I have and will always miss you.
LeeAnne Payer
May 07, 2025 | Family
Aunt Linda always knew when I needed a smile or a laugh. I loved her humor and her big, warm heart. She will be missed, but she will live on in the wonderful memories that we continue to share of her.
Carolyn Lee
May 07, 2025 | Family
She laughed when we took this "TWINS!" she yelled out.
I will miss her so very much. She always sensed when I needed a smile or laugh! I loved her humor and her big, warm heart. She will be with us forever in the memories that we continue to share.
Carolyn Lee
May 07, 2025 | Indianapolis, IN | Family
Rest in peace aunt Linda always be loved by so many and missed by all. AMEN. WILLIAM H COLLINS !!! BILLY
William Collins
May 07, 2025 | Cocoa Beach, FL | Family
Many, many memories of Aunt Linda. It may sound generic, but she was kindness, personified. Beautiful lady inside and out.
Dave & Laura Nelius
May 06, 2025 | Family
