He confessed his faith in Christ at an early age and later became an active member at Green Mt. Church and served in several capacities until his health begin to fail. He served as Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent and usher. He was a member of The Masonic Lodge (Bartholomew Log #28) and Order of Easter Star # 64. Serving as Dean, he was an active member of the Do, Re, Me, District Singing Convention, where he was able to express himself through singing with his Light Bass/Baritone voice.
On June 9, 1944 he joined the Navy. He was snet to Great Lakes, Illinois, for basic training and then to Shoemaker, California before being shipped to Pearl Harbor. While on Treasure Island, it was discovered that his eyes were too weak for amphibious duty. Still wanting to fulfill his obligation, another job was chosen for him. He was then shipped to Pearl Harbor to begin his tour of duty for his country.
He was united in holy matrimony to Merva Dean Collins on October 1, 1960, where they reared three children. He believed in taking care of the family and made sure that the family was taught and trained about Christianity. His love and passion was being an active supporter of the church, family and community.
Calvin leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Merva Dean Collins of Monticello; two children, Alma Cavaness (Dwight) of Little Rock and Talvin Collins of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Cora William of Monticello and Irene Simmons of Chicago, Illinois; one brother, Ed Nolen (Clovern) of Monticello; two aunts, Everline Handley of Monticello and Iquila Richardson of Chicago, Illinois and a host of grand, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Condolences(27)
Brenda Joyce Green
Ocala, FL Thursday, June 5, 2014 May God comfort this family and give them strength in this great time of need. Losing our loved ones is never easy, but with steadfast faith, Mr. Calvin Collins memories will glow brighter and the loss a little lighter. Keep trusting in Him!Tyra Gatewood
Tampa, FL Monday, June 2, 2014 Momma Dean, Talvin, Alma, Clarence and family,We will all miss "daddy". In the meantime, the memories of all the joyful times filled with his contagious laugh will comfort us until we see him again of the other side! God bless!
Love always,
Tyra
Doris Abbey
LR, AR Monday, June 2, 2014 Mr. Talvin,The great wings of the Almighty will blow sweet fragrance of strength and calmeness over you and rest of your family during and all through your grieving days.Rejoice in the good memories of your father's living years and also rejoice in his Home-Going journey to his maker. I pray that all stays well with you. God Bless.
Sarah Jordan
Douglasville, GA Sunday, June 1, 2014 May the many memories of your loved one forever comfort you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Sarah Jordan
Andy &Terrie Briant
Monticello, AR Saturday, May 31, 2014 Talvin, Mrs. Dean and family: Thinking of you friends at this time of your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort.cora winbush
alanta, GA Saturday, May 31, 2014 The family will truly miss you uncle,love you always may you rest in peace.Larry & Janie Fuller
Monticello, AR Friday, May 30, 2014 Mrs Merva Dean & FamilyWe are so sorry for your loss. Mr Calvin was a good man. May God give you comfort.
Bishop Sam Wherry PhD77
Monticello, AR Friday, May 30, 2014 Mrs. Merva Dean Collins and members of the family, Grief is a perfect normal response to the death of your loved one. It is an adjustment process, which will allow all of you too gradually to accept this loss. The process is the same whether you are grieving the loss of a parent, brother, sister or other significant person.The Death of Calvin Collins from this mortal state to immortality is a great loss and it is necessary to acknowledge it not only to your self-but to others. The adjustment will be easier for all family members by feeling free in expressing your respective grief. In addition to your feelings of despair and loneliness; you have to lose control of your emotions. Painful as it is, it is part of the normal grieving process. However, there is also an intensifying of faith in Jesus Christ, which gives you sufficient inner strength to carry you through this difficult period.
Barbara Gilliam Harris
Portland, AR Thursday, May 29, 2014 Talvin and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. Take comfort in the thought that God is near you and will comfort you as you go through these days and future days.Love,
Coach
j. Nicholson
monticello, IN Thursday, May 29, 2014 Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.Albert King Jr
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, May 29, 2014 Talvin we are praying and thinking about you and your family.Edward E. & Marcia Suber
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 29, 2014 Gracious is the Lord, and righteous, yea, our God is merciful. He will deliver.Darrick Lipscomb
, AR Wednesday, May 28, 2014 Bro. Collins,I pray that in this time of loss,
You'll feel God's love much more
And that you'll find your comfort
In the presence of the Lord.
Sandra wright
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 28, 2014 Thinking of you and your family.Rokeisha Winfrey
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, May 28, 2014 You and your family are in my prayers, God BlessMary Collins Kelley
Liberty, MO Tuesday, May 27, 2014 I would like to express my condolences regarding the loss of my uncle Calvin. My prayers go out to my Arkansas family.Tina Grissom
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Talvin, I rejoice and celebrate with you and your family the life your father lived. I know that Bro. Collins will be missed. Certainly, JOY will come in the morning.Teonia Alexander
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Talvin,You and your family are in my prayers! God Bless you all.
Teonia
Tara Jones
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Dear Talvin,my condolences to you and your family.
From Tara Jones and the Gilliard family
Donna Sadler
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times.Karen Stribling
Littl eRock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Talvin and family. May God send his peace that it may comfort you during your father homegoing.With Deep Sympathy,
Karen Stribling
Larrissa Thompson
England, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Our prayers are with you and your family.Bessie Igbere
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Heartfelt thoughts and prayers goes to you and your family. God Bless!Ashley Thomas
NLR, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 May God be with you and your family! Revelation 21:4Cynthia Lovelace
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Praying for you and your family's strength during this time of sorrow. May God comfort you and keep you.The Lovelace Family
Billy Burris
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Bro. Talvin my prayers are with you and your family. Take care my Friend and if I can do anything let me know. Our Church will be praying.Larry & Bea Tucker
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Dean and Family,We are so sadden to hear about Mr. Calvin. He was a wonderful person, always so jolly. I know you will miss him dearly but I also know your faith in the Lord will give you strength and encouragement to face the days ahead without him. You are in our prayers.