Name: Visitation for Anne D. Collins
Start: 2021-12-03T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-12-04T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville

Anne D. Collins

July 25, 1934 - Nov. 25, 2021

MERRILLVILLE, IN - On November 25, 2021, Anne D. Collins, loving mother of three children, passed away at the age of 87.

Anne was born on July 25, 1934 in Siloam Springs, Arkansas to Chauncey and Sarah Darling. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from John Brown University in 1959, majoring in radio production. She married Arthur Collins in 1957 and they raised three sons. They moved to Indiana in the early 1960's. She loved her adopted state where she began her career as a teacher. Anne earned her master's degree from Indiana University, and went on to become an outspoken advocate for education. Besides teaching, she started a Montessori school, was the director of Lake Ridge Head Start, and the principal of Hosford Park Elementary School. Anne was a leader in her hometown of Merrillville, serving on the town board, and once running for state representative. She was an inspiration to her family, friends, and community.

Anne is survived by her three children: Tracy (Brenda), Scott (Judith), and Michael (Mary T.); nine grandchildren: Matthew, Rebecca, Jacqueline, Victoria, Isobel, Faith, Benjamin, Samuel, and Amy; five great-grandchildren; and siblings: Franklin, Jane, and Gary.

A Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Friday, December 3, 2021 at SOLAN PRUZIN FUNERAL HOME, 14 Kennedy Ave., Schererville. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 4th DIRECTLY at Bethel Church 10202 Broadway, Crown Point, IN at 12:00 PM. Anne will lie-in-state at the church from 11:00 AM until time of services. Burial to follow at Graceland Cemetery in Valparaiso, IN. solanpruzinfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times on Dec. 1, 2021.

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for Anne Collins

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Shirley HOUSTON

November 23, 2025

You are missed Ann and I thank God for your friendship

SHIRLEY HOUSTON

November 23, 2023

I was blessed because God allowed our paths to cross. Not only was I your caregiver but we became friends. Every time I scramble eggs I think of you because you loved my fluffy eggs. Miss you my friend.

Judy Stanton

December 4, 2021

My children owe a tremendous debt to Anne and Art for founding the Calumet Region Montessori School which all 5 of them attended. She was a smart, delightful, caring person! My condolences to all of her family!

Sharon Pannells

December 3, 2021

I miss you Aunt Anne. Always loved it when you all came to visit

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Jean Malon

December 3, 2021

Prayers for God's peace for the family and a lifetime of memories to cherish until you meet her again.

Pamela Hutchison

December 3, 2021

I worked at Hosford Park when Anne was principle, Great Lady! During Halloween she came dressed as a bag lady, she attached plastic shopping bags all over her and had one fixed in her hair. Rest In Peace Anne.

SHIRLEY HOUSTON

December 2, 2021

When we met it was if God's did did it. From day one we had a bond that grew with time. I was so glad when the day would come for me to come see you. You will always have a special place in my heart. Rest in Jesus arms my dear friend

Linda Craig

December 2, 2021

To my sis, who I love deeply and will miss her always. I´m so proud of her and the energy she gave toward education of children.

dave sobierajski

December 1, 2021

So sorry for your loss..Anne was a great person & will be missed by all,may God be with the family in this time of sorrow.

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