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Phyllis Collins Obituary
Services will take place at a later date.
Survivors include a daughter, Vickie (Mike) Carter of Phoenix; sons William D. (Gloria) Collins of Great Falls and John (Denise) Collins of Billings; a sister, Gerry Prater of Great Falls; a brother, John Thompson of Great Falls; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Phyllis was born March 29, 1921 in Great Falls and was raised in Power, where she also graduated from high school. She graduated from Billings Business College and worked as a secretary in the Clerk and Recorders Office in Billings.
In October 1941, she married William T. Collins, and they enjoyed 66 years together before he passed away in 2007.
Phyllis enjoyed reading and embroidery and was a member of the Eastern Star in Billings.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, William T. Collins; and a grandson, Scott Collins.
Memorials are suggested to a hospice care center of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be posted online at www.gftribune.com/obituaries.
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Memories and Condolences
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Ginny Senden
March 31, 2009
Dear Collins Family, I am very sorry for your loss, your Mom was a wonderful person. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ginny (McDonnell) Senden
Terry Ingebrigtson
March 31, 2009
Jack and Lorraine,
My condolences to you both. Losing a sibling is always difficult, stay strong and remember the great times.
Irene Pfeifle Nelson
March 31, 2009
Gerry, Jack and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Power is such a special community that when someone dies with connections to the town, we all feel a loss. May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time.
The congregation at Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
March 31, 2009
Dear Collins Family & Friends,
We extend our deepest sympathy upon the passing of Phyllis, and for the pain of loss that now burdens your hearts. You will be remembered in our prayers before the Lord, Jesus Christ, that His loving presence will be made manifest to you in a very special way as you receive His abundant blessings of comfort, healing and peace.
Bara Williams
March 31, 2009
Dear Gerry, Jack & family. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. With love and deepest sympathy,
Barb (Gettel) Williams
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