Merleen Janell Collins
Merleen Janell Collins
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Merleen passed away peacefully at her home, with her husband by her side, on June 24, 2025 at the age of 73. Born in San Francisco but raised in Petaluma, she graduated from Petaluma High School Class of 1970. She will be missed by her husband of 54 years Robert Collins Jr of Petaluma, her two children Thomas and Janeice of Petaluma, and her three grandchildren Sydney of Albuquerque, NM, Julia and Gianna of Petaluma. She had a love for entertaining her friends and a love for decorating especially during the holidays. She cherished her family and friends. In lieu of flowers please donate to Petaluma Hospice who were there for her at the end.
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301 South Main Street, Sebastopol, CA 95472
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