Judith Collins Obituary

Judith Annette Wilson Collins
Raleigh
Judy Collins went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on November 7, 2012. She had suffered from numerous serious health problems for many years. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Robert Malcom (Bob) Collins; her daughter Elizabeth Collins Klenotiz and husband Edward of Raleigh, NC and grandson Stephen; by her son Tim Collins and wife Jill of Greensboro, NC and their children Ami Bragg and Adam McKim; by her daughter-in-law Joy Collins and grandson Zac of Gainesville, FL. She is also survived by her brother James Stewart Wilson and wife Linda of Waxhaw, NC and their children Mike Richardson and Jill Richardson Hall.
Judy was born on January 3, 1941 in Raleigh, NC to the late James Archie Wilson; and Jetta Dean Berryman Wilson. She was also preceded in death by her son Robert Christian Collins.
Judy was a well known hair stylist in the Raleigh area before becoming a successful real estate agent. Judy became disabled in her late 40's but she still had a special gift for decorating, arranging flowers and an appreciation for all things beautiful. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Funeral services will be held 3:00 pm Saturday, November 10,2012 at Montlawn Funeral Home Chapel in Raleigh with Dr. Donald Cashwell, pastor of Creedmoor Road Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until 2:45 p.m Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607 in honor of Judy's mother, or to The Gideons.
Arrangements are by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, N.C. Condolences may be made to www.montlawn.com

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Published by The News & Observer on Nov. 9, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Judith Collins

7 Entries

Elizabeth Collins Klenotiz

January 12, 2024

It´s been a lot of years now and I still miss mom. I loved her so much and I know she loved me. When I´m missing her and feeling sad, I have to remember that she is in heaven and I will see her again. Love you mom

November 12, 2012

Only Tim, the son of Judy will know who this message is from. We lived across the street from the Willson family for years. Tim was young and was like a member of our family. Jetta, Judy's Mother was a wonderful friend. Judy was so beautiful and full of life. We send our sympathy and love prayers to all the family. May God bless you and give you peace at this time of sorrow. Love and prayers, Richard, Evelyn, Pam, and Doug Stevens

Joanne Boman

November 10, 2012

It was 30 years ago (almost to the day) that I walked into her open house in Weathersfield and from that day on she became my friend and neighbor. Judy will always remain in my heart. Her smile, antics, mischief and the way she was always there for you when times were tough. Bob, Elizabeth and Tim......know that she is finally at peace......and probably rearranging heaven.

Tamara Leonard Merritt

November 10, 2012

Bob, Tim, Buffy, Stewart and families:
Heaven sure got a smiling angel when Judy arrived. Jetta and Archie were there waiting for her at Heaven's Gate. She was such a wonderful friend to my Mom Barbara, and to me as I was growing up. I had so many wonderful times at ya'lls home on Dixon Drive. No matter how much time passed, when we would see each other or talk on the phone, it seemed that no time had passed at all.

I know that your hearts are heavy at this time, just remember that she is at rest with no more suffering or pain.

I send you lots of love and prayers. I wish that I could be with you to celebrate her life on Saturday, but being bed-bound makes that impossible, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

November 9, 2012

I just heard about Judy's passing. 30 years ago I walked into her open house and that was the beginning of our life together as great friends and neighbors. What a gal she was! I will NEVER forget her, her antics, her potato salad and all the Collins' that went along with the "package". God bless you Judy.....you're finally at peace.

November 9, 2012

To The Collins and Klenotiz Family-My Thoughts and Prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May you find peace that she is reunited with Chris up in Heaven and guided through the gates by The Lord. Amber Thomas Duong

Mary Milton

November 9, 2012

For Judy and family
Bob,beth,Tim,Stewart,(Stew Baby) Linda,and all of family,

Every time I think of Judy,I am smiling inside and out; Smiling back at her Big Beautiful Smile,which always had a little mischief behind it lol.
Bob, remember 25 +years ago, the big "Snow Party" when Lynda lived behind you at W F ?we cooked and the party kept growing ,we kept slicing the chicken in smaller & smaller pieces.( I guess today we would call itTapas) . I made those silly crowns out of tin foil for all to wear to the "ROYAL PARTY"!!! How funny was that, we are still laughing over something 25 years ago.
Many times afterward she was always for others and doing what she could even as her health condition progressed. When she did not feel well she would still push herself to be there,and she would still have that SMILE.
She will be missed by a lot of us even though we did not see her as much of late.though I will be sad, I will always keep her gift to me; A warm smile and a warm heart in response to her cheerful wide smile with all those teeth showing!
That is the Judy I will always remember.
My deepest condolences,
Mary Milton

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