John R. Collins of Sebastian, FL, born January 9, 1940 in Springfield, Ohio to Charles Edward and Mary Catherine (Currington) Collins, passed away November 3, 2017 at the age of 77.
John retired from Navistar (Springfield, OH) after 30 years of service, and moved to Sebastian, FL in May of 1996 with Nancy Carol (Heidorn) Collins whom he married March 21, 1959.
He is survived by his Loving Wife and Best Friend of 58 years, Nancy Carol (Heidorn) Collins; daughter and Love of his life, Cheryl Collins; a Very Special Grandson, Taylor Collin LeVan; brothers, Charles (Dorothy) Collins, Richard (Viola) Collins, Steven (Darnell) Collins; sister, Linda (Roger) Maurer; and Brother(s) in Law, Stephen (Rindy) Haynes, and Richard (Joy) Haynes along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.
The Collins Family would like to extend their gratitude to the VNA Hospice House for their care and comfort. Any memorial contributions may be made to: VNA, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach Fl 32960.
Memorial Services will be held at Rose Hill Cemetery, Springfield, Ohio.
An online guestbook may be signed at www.seawindsfh.com. Seawinds Funeral Home is honored to serve the Collins family.
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