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for Howard Collins
Susan Castillo
April 16, 2018
Loved this man. He was a special soul. I hope someone wrote the book he wanted to pen for many years. He saw himself as unworthy, except by God's grace. I am deeply saddened by his passing. Rest in peace, Howard. You are worthy.
Denise ` Lecroy
June 4, 2017
Howard was a dear friend & very special person. He taught me so much. I tried to reach him since he left the facility on Data Dr. I have missed him so much. Rest in peace my friend. My prayers are with the family.
Sally Redfern
June 1, 2017
I loved Howard from my earliest memory in Birmingham Alabama. He was our family's comforter for many many years. He buried my mother, brother, brother in law and I'm not sure who else. His words of comfort and wisdom will stay with me for a lifetime. I'm the baby Cope and am 77 years old. This man was wise, kind, intelligent, savvy in wisdom, but most of all he loved and cared for people of all walks of life. Rest In Peace my friend, knowing you have earned every star in your crown! Well done my faithful servant! Sally Cope Redfern, Richmond, VA
Mary Sue Cope Holmes
May 31, 2017
Howard Collins grew up with my Cope family and later another Cope generation met and loved him.He was there in our sorrows, joys and was much loved by all. He was my friend for 64 years. The Holmes family loved him as well. How blest we have been to have him in our lives. Rest in peace.
David Cochran
May 30, 2017
Howard Collins touched my life more than 40 years ago at First United Church in Sylacauga. I saw Howard Collins as a gentle spirit that was committed to pastoring to all ages & stages. He supported our youth choir and our travels each Spring Break. He and Associate Pastor, Don Cross performed the marriage of me and my wife Mary Alice.
God Bless You Howard Collins. So Blessed to call you Pastor & Friend!
David Cochran
Marilyn Allen
May 30, 2017
He was truly a special and loved man. He meant a great deal to my family but especially Oscar and Wes.. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Marilyn Allen
Becky Cather Hackett
May 30, 2017
Rev. Howard Collins was a reflection of God's love in my life and many others. I will always be grateful for seeds of faith he planted and thankful for the memories.
Stephen Lewis
May 29, 2017
Brother Howard was one of my all time favorite people. So many special times while he was our pastor at FUMC Sylacauga.
My wonderful memories of him while always live in my heart.
Our prayers are with his family.
RIP!
John Nicolini
May 29, 2017
So saddened to hear of Howard's passing. I was privileged to have worked with Howard at Brookwood/Parkside lodge and a wonderful friend and trusted colleague he was. He taught me so much and I loved him. Due to many moves in nursing homes, I lost contact with Howard. I would ask colleagues if they knew. I know now where my good friend is; Heaven.
Carol Horton
May 29, 2017
"May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift His countenance upon you and give you peace."
May 29, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Howard was a special man of God. He was so good to us during our ministry with him in Sylacauga. Our girls loved Bro. Howard and he loved them. So thankful for the good memories of him and his family. He has always and will continue to have a special place in our hearts as well as the whole family. Sending much love.
Don and Ina Cross
AC
May 28, 2017
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together as you celebrate a life well lived and loved by many. Psalms 90:10.
May 28, 2017
What a special man. He meant so much to our Sylacauga church and the Hodges family. Much love from Don and Lynn Hodges.
May 28, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
Brown & Debbie Motes
May 28, 2017
Sending love and prayers to the family. We love Howard Collins.
Mike Beshears
May 28, 2017
Sending thoughts and prayers your way
May 28, 2017
Please accept my condolences for your loss of loved one. May memories of happy times you shared be a source of comfort. John 6:40
John Sims
May 28, 2017
Howard opened the door to a new life for me and I will always remember that. What a wonderful man he was. Rest In Peace, brother
May 28, 2017
Our sincere sympathy goes out to the family. Rev. Collins performed the marriage ceremony
of my husband and I at Trussville UMC in 1972.
May 27, 2017
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Remember our Heavenly Father will soon take away all pain and sorrow.
~lN Birmingham, Al.
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