Ed Niel Collins

Ed Niel Collins currently of Marble Falls, Texas was born to Lois Onis Collins and Minnie Mae Jennings Collins in Blufton (currently under Lake Buchanan), Texas on March 9, 1935. Ed was welcomed into God's arms on January 12, 2013, after a long battle fighting cancer. Ed is survived by his wife of 56 ½ years, Joan Julia' Newman Collins, daughter Karen Lynn Gilbert, son-in-law Bradley Scott, grandchildren Ryan Scott and Kelli Larkin, daughter Traci Diann Frasier, son-in-law Richmond Henry, and grandchildren Megan Nicole Steward, Conor Collin Steward, and Lillian Rose. He is also survived by brother Donald Gene, sister-in-law Billie, brother John David, sister-in-law Devon, sister-in-law Katherine and their families, many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Ed was preceded in death by his beloved parents and brother Richard (Dick).

Ed grew up in the Bertram/Joppa, Texas community and served time in the Air Force. After meeting the love of his life, Ed and Joan moved to Houston where they raised their two "favorite" girls. Ed retired from the Federal Aviation Administration as a Radar Technician and moved to Marble Falls to enjoy his retirement working on his land, raising goats, gardening, and most of all loving his family. With his radiant smile and kind and generous heart, Ed was loved by all and he loved all.

A memorial service will be held at the Marble Falls Church of Christ on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 11am. The address is 711 Broadway, Marble Falls, TX 78654. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to your favorite charity or the Marble Falls Church of Christ.

We would like to personally thank our amazing family and friends for the love and support they have showered us with during Ed's illness. We would also like to thank the wonderful staff at St. David's North Austin Medical Center, Odyssey Hospice, and Granite Mesa Health Center for the kindness and care they gave to Ed. The Marble Falls Church of Christ family will forever have a special place in our hearts for the kindness they have bestowed upon us.

Condolences may be offered to www.clementswilcoxfuneralhome.com

Arrangements made by Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home Marble Falls, Texas.