Patricia "Patsy" Porter Collins

1935 - 2016

Patricia "Patsy" Porter Collins obituary, 1935-2016, Hahnville, LA

BORN

1935

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries

5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Patricia Collins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 23, 2016.

Patricia "Patsy" Porter Collins, age 81, passed away on Tuesday 22, November, 2016 in her home surrounded by her family, her treasured books, and the music of dear, lovely friends. True to her unique and strong nature, she passed into the next life with peace, dignity, and on her own terms. Wife of the late, Lawrence Yeager Collins II for 39 years. Loving mother of Patsy Collins Smith, husband A. Rodney Smith; Lawrence Y. Collins III, partner Eliete DeSouza; Deena Collins Aucoin, husband Cedric P. Aucoin; Tina Collins Estay, husband Johnny J. Estay. Grandmother of Laurie Lemee Fletcher, partner Mike J. Matherne; Matthew J. Estay, wife Megan Dupont Estay; Alison Collins Dziak, husband Justin E. Dziak; Rachel Elizabeth Aucoin, with whom she shared a birthday; Wilkson DeSouza; Ethan L. Collins; Anthony LaGuardia; Kallie Lynn Collins; and Aaron L. Collins. Great Grandmother of Elizabeth Grace Fletcher and Lydia Rose Estay. For us, Thanksgiving will forever be redefined as a time to celebrate our mother. By example, she taught us to always do right by others even when it was the tough choice to make and instilled in us that learning was a lifelong journey. Mother left an indelible mark on all of her children and how lovely it will be to see it peek through in the many generations of grandchildren to come. Like ripples through the universe, she will live forever in us all.

Patsy was born in Seabrook, Texas and at the time of her passing resided in Hahnville, Louisiana. Her father was James Monroe Porter and her mother was Irene Sims Porter. She is preceded in death by her brothers, Dewey "D.L." Burkes and Andrew "Jack" Burkes, Jr. and brother-in-law, Wilbert “Red” G. Powell. Sister-in-law to Fayma Moulder Burkes, Sister of Louise Burkes Powell and "Billy" Levi S. Porter, wife Shirley Hood Porter. At a later date her cremated remains will be interred next to her father in the Seabrook Cemetery with a graveside celebration.

Those who knew Patsy could not help but agree with the Bard, William Shakespeare, himself "And though she be but little, she is fierce."

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December 4, 2016

Kind thoughts are with the family in your time of grief. May fond memories bring you comfort during these difficult days. Psalms 9: 9, 10

December 2, 2016

Terry D

November 29, 2016

With deepest sympathy, may the power of prayer ease your sorrow, give you peace and provide much comfort for you during this difficult time. (Matthew 21:22)

November 28, 2016

Pleaseacceptmysincerecondolencesforthelossofyourdearlovedone.The
BibleprovidesmuchhopeandcomfortforthebereavedandGodalsopromises
thatinthefuturedeathwillbegoneforever!(Isaiah25:8)

November 27, 2016

Alphonso

To the family of Patricia Collins, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss her dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.

November 27, 2016

J Bryant

The gift of having a loving heart such as Patsy Collins in your loves is she clearly had a love so deep for her family that nothing can lessen it. You are lucky to have that love to carry in your heart and mind and share the many wonderful and delightful stories about her and therefore spread that love into the hearts of others. May you find comfort and peace knowing that she gave so much love to you, her loved family and the ability to spread it to others. Much love, J. & C. Bryant

November 27, 2016

I am deeply sorry for your family's loss. May your hearts find comfort in God's beautiful promises for the future. John 6:40

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