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Dennis Jene Collins

1955 - 2013

Dennis Jene Collins obituary, 1955-2013, Galloway, OH

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1955

DIED

2013

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Dennis Collins Obituary

Collins Dennis Jene Collins, age 57, died unexpectedly Friday, August 2, 2013. He was born October 26, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio. He was a car buff and loved drag racing. He will be remembered as a good-humored guy who was always able to find that perfect thing to tease you about. He loved to make you laugh. He is preceded in death by his father Ralph E. Collins. Dennis is survived by his loving wife, Cathy; mother, Alice V. Collins; children, Jessica M. Collins, Bryan D. Collins, and Ashley C. Collins; brothers, Danny L. (Judy) Collins and Tom D. (Debbie) Collins; sister in law, Karen Hix; beloved dog, Riley; and nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the SCHOEDINGER HILLTOP CHAPEL, 3030 W. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio where funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Interment Sunset Cemetery. Contributions in Dennis' memory may be made to the American Lung Association, 1950 Arlingate Ln., Columbus, OH 43228. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share memories or extend condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 3 to Aug. 4, 2013.

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August 7, 2013

Cathy, you and your family are in my prayers. My condolences to you all.

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Yvonne Dulaney

August 6, 2013

Cathy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You and your family are certainly in my thoughts and prayers.

August 5, 2013

Cathy and family,

It was such a shock to hear of Dennis' passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. Dennis was such a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, brother-in-law and friend. He will be deeply missed. May God bring you comfort at this most difficult time.

Love and peace,
Karen Southall

August 5, 2013

Cathy, we are thinking of you and your family at this very sad time. With love and sympathy, your friends at Village Animal Clinic.

Angi Berry

August 4, 2013

Cathy,

I am so sorry about the loss of your husband. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You know where I am if you need to talk or need anything.

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Memorial Events
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Aug

6

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services by Schoedinger - Hilltop

3030 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43204

Aug

6

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services by Schoedinger - Hilltop

3030 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43204

Aug

7

Funeral service

10:30 a.m.

OH

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Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services by Schoedinger - Hilltop

3030 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43204

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