Gary was educated and raised in Greeley. After his graduation from Greeley Central High School in 1970, he entered the U.S. Navy on June 20, 1970 and served for six years. After his discharge, he returned to Greeley. Gary worked as a roofer for Front Range Roofing for 18 years. He was semi-retired, but still helped the company.
He was a talented guitar player and enjoyed playing for friends and family. He enjoyed motorcycles and riding his Harleys, fishing and being outdoors.
Gary is survived by his wife Gina Cashatt, mother-in-law, Janice Arnold of Greeley, sisters; Sandra of Greeley, Donna Collins of San Diego, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd D. Collins and Mary Maxine (Bein) Collins.
A memorial service will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at Stoddard Funeral Home followed by inurnment at 2:30 p.m. at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Staging Area B, Denver.