Bob Collins Obituary
Bob Collins, 73, passed away at his home on October 24, 2024, after an illness.
A native of Louisville, Kentucky but proudly lived in Bullitt County all his life, Bob was well-regarded in his community as a Master Logger for Collins Logging and had a passion for coon hunting.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Faye Collins, and his parents, William and Kathleen Collins.
He is survived by his children Melissa Gabbard, Stephen Ray Collins, Stephanie Lynn Collins, and Meredith Ward (Donnie), as well as his grandchildren, Shaun Skuczas, Shaunda Skuczas, and Destiny Skuczas.
The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday at Maraman Billings Funeral Home, followed by burial in the Collins Family and Friends Cemetery on the family farm. Visitation will take place at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Online condolences may be offered at maramanbillings.com.
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