Jack Earl Collins

Jack Earl Collins, Sr.

Heaven is celebrating the arrival of a Christian, Deacon, Friend, Son, Brother, Father, Sergeant (Army), Jack Earl Collins, Sr. who passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2020.  He was born May 6, 1925 in Fort Ogden, FL to Jack and Della (Edwards) Collins.  Jack lived in many places, but called Avon Park, FL home.  He worked as a drag line operator, was a member and Deacon at First Baptist Church of Avon Park, served in the U.S. Army during WW II, and has been a resident of Avon Park, FL since 1973, coming from Deerfield Beach, FL.  Jack is survived by his Wife of 66 years – Elna P. Collins of Avon Park, FL; Daughter – Marcia Wills (George) of Avon Park, FL; Son – Jack Collins, Jr. of Atlanta, GA; Brothers – Julius Collins (Peggy) of Ocklawaha, FL; Bob Collins of Inverness, FL; Charlie Collins of Avon Park, FL; Sister – Lillie Mae Wynn of Avon Park, FL; and Nieces and Nephews.  Celebrating with him in Heaven are his Parents, Brother – Leslie Collins (Helen); Sister – Jewel McClure (Kelly); Sister-in-laws – Margaret Collins; Connie Collins; and Brother-in-law – Jim Wynn.  Private family graveside services will be held in Bougainvillea Cemetery.  A public celebration of life will be held and announced at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to the First Baptist Church of Avon Park.

Arrangements entrusted to:

Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home

111 East Circle Street

Avon Park, FL  33825

Online condolences may be left at:

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