Steven Kennedy Collins, age 68 of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Reba Collins; brother, John; and infant brother, Charles. Steven is survived by his wife of 49 years, Marilyn (Moore) Collins; 4 sons, Steven Collins, Jr, Daniel (Rebecca) Collins, Michael (Charley) Collins, and Ty Collins; granddaughter, Emma Collins; 2 brothers, Bill Collins and Eddie (Janice) Collins; 3 sisters, Sue Wilbur (Jerry Jochin), Mary Evans, and Donna (Bill) Brashears. Several nieces and nephews and numerous special friends After his retirement, he enjoyed spending his days at Hardees Flea market with all his buddies. He was loved by so many and will be greatly missed. The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 8, 2020 from 6-8 p.m. at McCarty Evergreen Funeral Home on Asheville Hwy. Family and friends will meet Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Lynnhurst Cemetery for a 11:00 a.m. graveside service. Condolences may be offered at www.mccartyevergreen.com