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1949
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2023
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Thomas Collins Obituary
April 27, 1949 - August 29, 2023
Thomas Collins, age 74, passed away August 29, 2023. He was born April 27, 1949 to George and Dorothy (Pike) Collins, in Council Bluffs, IA.
Tom, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, possessed a gift for connecting with everyone. He had an innate ability to turn strangers into friends effortlessly. Tom's willingness to lend a helping hand to those in need endeared him to all who had the privilege to know him. Passionate about gardening, Tom was a master gardener taking on community projects with other volunteers. He selflessly shared his expertise and knowledge with his community. Beyond his passion for gardening, Tom cherished his time spent with family above all else. He relished in witnessing the accomplishments and milestones of his grandchildren, attending their sporting events and music performances with a proud smile. Tom worked as an accountant for several years. Tom's love and devotion will forever remain a cherished memory etched in the hearts of his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Jacquie Stokes and Jan Riepe; brother, George Collins; niece, Kara Riepe; nephew, Greg Collins; and father-in-law, Clifford Dilts.
Tom is survived by his wife, Linda (Dilts); son, Matthew (Crystal) Collins; daughter, Megan (David) Myers; four grandchildren, Garnet (Adelade) Addams, Nathan Collins, Mason Myers, and Lincoln Myers; mother-in-law, Ruth Dilts; and a host of other family and friends.
VISITATION will be 5 to 7 p.m., at Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home, on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. FUNERAL SERVICE will be at 10 a.m., at Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home, on Thursday, September 7, 2023. In lieu of flowers, the family will direct memorials in Tom's honor to organizations that cared for him in his final journey.
Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home & Crematory
1221 N. 16th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
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Judy Rydberg
September 7, 2023
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He will be missed. The family of Edna ( Collins ) Henkel.
Kate DiSalle
September 7, 2023
Linda, so sorry to hear of Tom´s death. Although it´s been years, he was always such a kind and genuine person. All my prayers to you and family
Kate Dilts DiSalle
Tom Anderson
September 7, 2023
Linda & Collins family. My deepest sympathies for your loss. I feel very blessed to have got to know and work with Tom at Mulhalls. What a great guy! I, like many others will never forget him. I'm sure he is up there in heaven keeping things organized!!! You are in my thoughts and prayer
Gary Twyford
September 7, 2023
Linda, Sorry for your loss. Tom was a great friend and Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Lorie Miller
September 7, 2023
Linda and Family
You are in my thought and prayers.
Love
Jerry Hansen
September 4, 2023
Linda, I´m so sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. He and I had a lot of good times back in the day. I do wish I could had stayed closer in touch with him May God be with you
Virginia Holm
September 3, 2023
Linda, I´m so sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. Peace and prayers for you and your family!
Leslie Lammers Dickinson
September 2, 2023
Tom was such a wonderful friend to my dad, Al Lammers. They worked together for years and Tom drove my dad to and from work after he was unable to drive. I had a nice visit with Tom at my dad´s memorial a year ago. Tom will always hold a special place in my heart. Prayers to you all.
Patricia Goodwin
September 2, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
The Goodwin´s
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