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1943
DIED
2023
John Collins Obituary
John is survived by his children and grandchildren, Karl Collins, Sr. (Karl Jr., Imani Celyne, Kori Sada', Kobe Tre'), Angela Collins (Brittany, Johnathan), Robin Collins, Sheree Collins, and Philip Payne; siblings, Russell Collins, Muriel Collins, and Louiza Collins-Larry.
The family is deeply thankful for the compassionate care given by the TMH 3rd Floor team and Big Bend Hospice. John wanted to thank Juanita Crumity. We extend an extra special thank you to Rico Watkins who spent quality time taking great care of John.
John was a very decisive person who held hard to his beliefs. He believed life should be LIVED. He did not want a formal memorial service; his departure and cremation will be private. The family thanks you so much for your thoughts and prayers.
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for John Collins
Springer Family
January 7, 2024
May be you rest in peace you will truly be missed.
Ola Sylvia (Lamar) & Lorenzo, Sr. Sheffield
November 14, 2023
Praying strength for the Collins' family, strength to endure my beloved sister Louiza and all God's children; we pray we'll be ready for God's expected, yet unannounced return, in Jesus' Holy Name--Hallelujah! ~~Psalm 80
Archbishop Anthony Webster, OSB
November 10, 2023
Into thy hands,O Lord I commend the soul of thy servant John Collins and beseech thee to grant them rest in the place of thy rest, where all thy blessed Saints repose, and where the light of thy countenance shineth forever. Know that our prayers are with the Collins during this time of sorrow. Blessings, Archbishop Anthony Webster, Pastor, St Agape Orthodox Church
Alonzo Hardy
November 9, 2023
Collins-Alexander Family,
Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
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Debbie, Derrick, Jimmie, Jaylyn
November 9, 2023
We are deeply and profoundly saddened by Uncle John´s passing. We will truly miss his earthly presence. We will miss our adventures in the country whenever we visited John. There was always something exciting to do.
Condolences to the family and may John´s memory always be a blessing to you.
Love always,
Nieces, Nephews, great Nieces and great Nephews (Debbie, Derrick, Jimmie, Jaylyn)
Marcia Forbes
November 8, 2023
Angela,
I extend my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I have heard many funny stories about your father and wish I had a chance to meet him. I recall the funny story about your Dad's reaction to you about the "big-bad" spider. I hope these funny stories and memories provide comfort to you during this painful time. May the Lord grant you peace and comfort at this time.
Love,
Marcia
BRUCE FORD
November 7, 2023
John was a father figure to me for many years we sit and talk about life and gave me great advise on everything good and bad on going to miss him .I use to tell him that only one John Collins the Man the Father the Friend we always end with saying I love you and mean it form the heart
Sammy and Frances Gray
November 7, 2023
So sad to learn of John´s passing...he was a good neighbor and we loved visiting and talking with him over the years. Condolences to all the family.
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