William "Bill" Collins

8/24/2019

William (Bill) Collins, age 66, of Haslet, a loving husband, father and brother passed away August 23, 2019 following an eight-month battle with cancer.
William Harland Collins was born March 15, 1953 in Braham Minnesota to Carl and Miriam Collins, the fourth of seven children. He spent his childhood years in Massachusetts. The family later moved back to Minnesota where Bill attended J.H and H.S. He loved fishing, woodworking and working with his hands. His annual highlight was a 4th of July fireworks display which he put on for family, friends, and neighbors.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Miriam Collins, a brother Charles, and a granddaughter Brayley.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Janna Collins; children, Carrie Ann Collins and Billy(Haley) Collins; four grandsons; brothers and sisters, Thea(Russ) Troolin, Marilyn(Rev. Chuck Kackley, John(Janae) Collins, Walter(Tammy) Collins, June(Larry) Juday and a host of other relatives and friends.

Memorial Service: 1:00pm Tuesday, August 27th at North Point Church, 933 Ranch Road, Fort Worth, 76131 with Rev. Chuck Kackley officiating. Following the service, a celebration of life will immediately follow at the church. Arrangements were entrusted in the care of Lasting Impressions Funerals of North Richland Hills. For those wishing to send flowers or memorials to the family, please have them delivered to North Point Church.

4 Comments

Frank Ontiveros

8/24/2019 06:15:14 pm

I met Uncle Bill, earlier in the year through my trade, placing concrete. I was able and honored to take Uncle Bill on a fishing trip to lake Texoma. I met Uncle Bill one day at 54th street grill after a tough day. he took in his trade mark Mountain Dew. He had just left chemotherapy. I’ve been all over the place throughout my 49 years of existence, Uncle Bill is one of a kind.

Becca Guzman

8/24/2019 06:22:08 pm

So sad to hear news of the passing of my dearest friend. R-I-P Bill. I will never forget you. ❤️ Heartfelt condolences to dear Janna & family. ❤️ Y’all are in my thoughts & prayers 🙏🏽❤️

Chet Cossentino

8/26/2019 07:03:44 am

Billy ,I know you will certainly miss your Dad
I still miss my Dad ,my best friend..
My Dad knew all the best restaurants in town
Your Dad knew the best fishing spots.
I only caught 2 fish ever in my entire life.
One fish I was scuba diving , had a fish on my spear , then a 1500 lb sea lion wanted my fish
Didn,t want to challenge it's his ocean .
I had to give the fish away.
I sure you have a lot of good fishing stories with your Dad, just remember the good times you had. God is good . I asked my Dad to send my the lottery numbers in the clouds .still haven,t. Got them yet. Some day have to talk to him about that

Tiny

8/26/2019 03:14:13 pm

Bill was one of a kind. I have know for nearly 20 years. In my business you deal with lots of people some enjoy more than others. Bill was one of those people you always enjoyed talking to. No matter what kind of day he was having he always had that big grin on his face and wanted to make sure you left smiling. All through these last months he always had a good attitude and wanted to leave people happier than when he encountered them. I will always remember that and cherish our friendship. It’s not Good Bye my friend it’s I will see you again.

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