Thurman Price Collins

Thurman Price Collins obituary, Simi Valley, CA

Thurman Price Collins

Thurman Collins Obituary

Visit the Rose Family Funeral Home & Cremation - Simi Valley website to view the full obituary.

In Loving Memory of
Thurman “Tom” Price Collins

July 17, 1944 – January 17, 2026



Thurman Price Collins was born on July 17, 1944, and passed into eternal rest on January 17, 2026.

A Vietnam Veteran, Thurman answered the call to serve his country with courage and honor. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1965, as an Airman. His time in uniform shaped a lifelong sense of duty, resilience, and brotherhood that never left him.

A warrior for Christ, Thurman lived his faith boldly and without apology. He was an Arizonan Indian cowboy, a biker on fire for the Lord, and a man who carried both grit and grace. His walk with God was not quiet, it was lived out loud, grounded in conviction and love.

Above all, Thurman was a beloved husband, father, grandad, and buddy. His smile, tricks, and jokes filled his family’s hearts with laughter and peace. The love he shared and the lives he touched stand as a lasting testimony to the man he was.

As we honor Thurman’s life and legacy, we give thanks to God for every moment we were blessed to have him. His faith, service, strength, and humor will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.



“Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Matthew 25:23

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Rose Family Funeral Home & Cremation - Simi Valley

4444 Cochran St, Simi Valley, CA 93063

Make a Donation
in Thurman Collins's name

How to support Thurman's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Thurman Collins's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more