great-grandfather, friend, went to be with the Lord, March 19,
2020.
He was born in Chillicothe, Texas on October 29, 1937 to Albert
and Lora (Claunch) Collins. At 17 years of age he joined the Army
and after doing his training he was sent to Germany where he
became a Paratrooper, did his service and after a few months
joined the Air Force. He spent a total of seven years in the
Military then immediately was employed by the Army & Air Force
Exchange Service (AAFES) where he spent till retirement in
October, 1986. In earlier years, he also wanted to become a pilot
and took training and received his private license. After
retirement he spent a lot of years fishing, playing golf, RVing and
seeing the United States.
Survived by his wife, Frances, Sons, Mark and Steve Collins,
Granddaughters, Shannon Smith-Thompson (Chris), Robyn Collins,
Grandsons, Ryan, Aaron and Matthew Collins, Great Grandsons,
Braeden and Payton Thompson, Great Granddaughter, Karlie
Bullock. Also one sibling, Lanell McKennon and several nieces and
nephews.
A private family service will be held.
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