Leonard Collins (Cotton) 78 of Winslow, AR went to be with Lord on Saturday, November 5, 2022. He passed away in Fayetteville with his family by his side.
Leonard was born December 12, 1943 in Summerfield, OK to Bert and Odelia Collins. Leonard was a loving man who enjoyed music, farming, camping and travel.
He was employed with the US Forestry for 5 years. Then he was employed with Campbell Soup for over 30 Years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, Frank, Floyd, John and Charlie Collins and two sisters, Aladean Turner and Maggie Pardue.
He is survived by his loving wife of the home Gloria, to whom he was married to for over 55 years. Other survivors include one son Faron Collins and wife Judy of Winslow. Two daughters, Teresa Terry and husband Ken of Rogers and Kimberly Ridenoure and husband Steve of Fayetteville. One grandson Andy Terry and wife Amanda of Bentonville and one granddaughter Ripley Ridenoure of Fayetteville. One sister, Almeda Allen of Farmington.
Graveside services will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday, November 10, 2022 at the Vaught Cemetery in Mountainburg.
In Lieu of Flowers please make donations to Willard Walker Hospice, 325 Longview Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703.
On line condolences may be made to www.beardsfuneralchapel.com
Leonard Collins, December 12, 1943~November 5, 2022
So sorry , prayers for the family.
Continued prayers for everyone as you go through this time. May the Lord’s grace and peace be with you.
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our hearts and in our prayers. Teresa, hugs my friend. I know it’s hard but keep him in your prayers and your memories and he’ll always be beside you. Love you. Give momma a big hug and I’m sending prayers and hugs for her too.
I have nothing but fond memories with Cotton. I will always remember the kind giant that made my gramps look so small and challenged him at a good game of cards. Much love to you and your family.
Gloria so sorry about Leonard my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family praying for God’s comfort during this time of your loss
Gloria,
We are so saddened to read of “Cotton’s” passing. We remember him as a devoted companion and his life was profoundly centered in his family. He had a quiet nature and a heart purer than gold. Please know our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God touch your pain and offer you peace in the times ahead.
All our love,
Dave and Sandy and family
I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.
All of Frankie Kelly’s girls and their families send our condolences. We have learned to love your family,thru that wonderful member of your family – KIM. Please know we are with you in our thoughts and prayers.
CLIF AND EVA—–DOUG, NANCY AND SHELBY
KENNETH AND BEVERLY——JAKE AND RACHEAL’
SHARON—–GARY AND BRANDY AND IHLA; ROBIE AND KRIS-JULIE ANN AND GRANT
Thank you so much for your condolences and prayers.
This man was one of kind always had a kind heart and a smile on his face. Worked with Leonard for many years. Sending prayers to the family.
So sorry Kim. So hard to let our loved ones go!
May God give you comfort, as only He can do!