Ronnie Collins, age 73, passed away April 14, 2023, at his home in Gainesville, MO.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years Carole (Laub) Collins. His children, daughter Tammy Mady and her husband Rick Mady. Son Steve Collins and daughter Shannon Collins. Seven grandchildren: James Collins, Brooke Collins, Chase Collins, Chandler Mady, Brendon Mady, Elizabeth Kinworthy, and Samuel Kinworthy, four great grandchildren: Carter, Conner, and Arabella Pool, and Hadlee Collins, as well as many other friends and loved ones.
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents Hubie and Ruby Collins. His sister Vena Shaffer and her husband Orville Shaffer, along with other loved ones, family, and friends.
Ronnie, aka Dad, aka Papa loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter, every deer season one could almost guarantee that, “Papa Ronnie,” would tag the biggest buck. He had an eagle eye and steady aim and because of his impressive hunting skills his grandkids gave him the nickname, “the deer whisperer.” He loved his family and his friends very much. He was a hard worker, he was honest, and he was fair. If you ever met on the road a huge wave and a big smile was a sure bet. All the stories he told throughout the years that we will now tell for him. It’s all those memories that make Ronnie or whatever name you called him a legend in our eyes. He was and always will be loved and remembered by many.
A memorial service- celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 29th, 2023, at 118 Collins Trail; Gainesville, MO 65655 at 2 p.m. All family and friends are welcome. In lieu of flowers please donate to Mammoth Cemetery.
