Lawrence O. Collins, Sr.
December 11, 1940 - March 3, 2016
Mr. Lawrence Collins aged 75, passed away Thursday March3, 2016 at his home in Parkin, Ar. Mr. Collins was born December 11, 1940 to the late Mr. Robert Collins and the late Mrs. Alline Butler – Collins in Parkin, Ar. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruby Collins of 54 years. Mr. Collins was employed by Folks Folly, he served the city of Parkin for many years as a school bus driver, police officer, and retired Fireman and Captain for over 20 years. He leaves to cherish his loving memories; one son; Lawrence Collins, Jr. of Earle, AR.; two daughter; Debra Joyce Key of Parkin, AR. and Luro Johnson of Memphis, TN.; four brothers; Rudy Collins of Borne, TX; Barrion Collins, Michael Collins, and Ernest Jackson all of Chicago, Ill.; four sisters; Verlene McCallister of Akron, OH.; Ora Lee Harris and Verna Dawson of Parkin, AR.; Carolyn Faye Collins of Chicago, Ill,; and a host of other relatives and close friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday March 12, 2016 at Christ Fellowship M.B. Church at 11:00 am in Parkin, AR. with the Rev. Robert King officiating. Burial will follow at Paradise Gardens in Edmondson, AR. Visitation will be Friday March 11, 2016 at Christ Fellowship M. B. Church from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. New Eden Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.
Mr. Lawrence Collins aged 75, passed away Thursday March3, 2016 at his home in Parkin, Ar. Mr. Collins was born December 11, 1940 to the late Mr. Robert Collins and the late Mrs. Alline Butler – Collins in Parkin, Ar. He was preceded... View Obituary & Service Information