Merill "Bud" Collins

Merill "Bud" Collins obituary, Berkley, MI

Merill "Bud" Collins

Merill Collins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Mar. 24, 2025.

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"Bud" Merrill Collins, 90, of Leonard, passed unexpectedly January 13th at his home. Dearest Father of Cherill Collins (Bernie), Grandfather of Kevin (Michelle) Haupt, and Great Grandfather to Brandy Haupt. Bud is preceded in death by his wife Yvonne and his daughter Coleen.
Bud owned and operated Bud's Barber Shop in Southfield during his working career. Bud is a lifetime member of the Berkley American Legion and served on the Gold Brigade. Bud was a diehard Patriot, Woodward Cruiser and Antique Car guy!! Bud proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, December 1951-1955.
Bud's Celebration of Life will be held at the Berkley American Legion, 2079 12 Mile Rd., Berkley, Sunday, March 30th at 1pm, with the U.S. Air Force Honor Guards performing the service, luncheon to follow. Donations, if you wish, may be made in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, People of Impact or a Veterans organization of your choosing.
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