He was a World War II veteran having served as a member of the 34th Infantry Division. He was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, two Bronze Stars, a Good Conduct Ribbon and the Purple Heart. He was a retired painting contractor, a member of the VFW, an active member of the American Legion for fifty two years and was a member of Second Baptist Church in Monticello. He was also preceded in death by his two brothers, F.H Collins and R.L. Collins.
Survivors include his wife, Bivian Wilson Collins; two daughters, Barbara Mejia of Bauxite, AR and Devera Smith and husband, Ray of Little Rock; four sons, Ray Collins and wife, June of Dumas, Fay Collins and wife Dottie of Dumas, Jimmy Collins and wife, Monita of Hot Springs Village and Randy John Collins and wife, Jenny of Dumas; one step daughter, Sandra Greeson and husband, Rick of Little Rock; thirteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, two step grandchildren and five step great-grandchildren.
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linda r. funderburg
monticello, AR Saturday, November 16, 2013 prayers for this familyShane Williams
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, November 13, 2013 He answered His Lord's Calling for Supper Time, and he answered it. He will be missed, here on earth, but Heaven has gained a new Angel. :)Linda Thurman
monticello, AR Thursday, November 7, 2013 Keith and Mike Collins.... I am so very sorry for your loss of your Grandfather John. Prayers for your family and God be with each of you.Linda Parker Thurman
James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Thursday, November 7, 2013 We extend our sympathy to all of the family. Without John and ones like him our Country would not be with it is today. Thank you John for your service.Janice McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Thursday, November 7, 2013 So sorry to read about John's death. He was a fine man and friend to all who knew him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. With love & sympathy, Janice Gladden McAllisterB E&Margaret Gilliam
Shreveport,, LA Thursday, November 7, 2013 Our Prayers are for the Collins family and friends..
ricky and lynn king
tyro, AR Thursday, November 7, 2013 our hearts and prayers go out to all of you during this time....Eudelle & Barbara Cooper
Virginia Beach, VA Thursday, November 7, 2013 John was an inspiration to me. I'll never forget the revival meeting as a young 12 year old seeing him and Uncle Luther going up into the prayer room to pray for the revival. It really made and impression on me. He not only care about the souls of others but was more than welling to share a many a meal with me at his table with his family. Today is in Heaven rejoicing with the Angels. Love you all Eudelle and BarbaraDonna McKinzie
Dumas, AR Thursday, November 7, 2013 My prayers are with the family.Walter & Norma Chapman
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 6, 2013 Sorry to hear of John's passing. He served God, country and his fellow man with honor and dignity. Our prayers are with you Bivian and family.Barbara McElroy
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 6, 2013 To the family,You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Renee Withers
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 6, 2013 Aunt Bill,So sorry to hear about John. Won't be able to attend, but you are in my prayers.
Jamie Bulloch Hall
Dumas, AR Wednesday, November 6, 2013 You are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come.Clara Cater
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 6, 2013 We here at the Guesthouse of Monticello was so sorry to here about Mr. Collins. Our prayers are with his children and his wife at this time of lost. We enjoyed taking take of him while he lived at the Guesthouse.