BORN

1941

DIED

2017

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Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

900 East Michigan Ave

Lansing, Michigan

Stanley Collins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 9, 2017.

Stanley L Collins, 75 of Lansing died March 8, 2017. Born to Arthur and Caroline Collins of Webberville on November 25, 1941. He married the love of his life Brenda and worked at Wholert Corporation for 30 plus years. Stanley was a family man who got great joy from his large family and was an active member of Calvary Assembly of God Church. His passion was collecting eagles and volunteering, which he had done for 15 years at Ingham Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Mark. Stanley will forever be remembered by his wife, Brenda; daughter, Michelle (Ed) Jackson; sons; Matthew (Jamie) and Jonathon; grandchildren, Kayelynn, Kelsey, Katie, Samantha, Gweneth, Logan and Madison; brother, Randy (Rose) Collins and sisters, Loretta (Howard) White, Jan (Tim) Davenport, Bert (Lee) Hile, Lynda (Orv) Lanning, Teresa (Gene) Burkett, Jayme (Keith) Gerue. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Stanley's life 1 pm, Saturday, March 18th, at Calvary Assembly of God Church, 3006 W. Jolly Road, Lansing. For those desiring contributions may be made to Calvary Assembly of God Church, 3006 W. Jolly Road, Lansing, MI 48911 in memory of Stanley.

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March 12, 2017

Dan Snyder

Dear Brenda and family.
I am sorry for your loss.
I worked with Stan from 1976 through 1987 at Wohlert. He was a very hard and diligent worker. I respected and admired his work ethic and many talents. As I think back to the Wohlert days, I remember Stan had the knowledge and skill set to work on any job in the plant. If another operator had a problem with his job, Stan was always willing to help that person out.
May God Bless you and keep you forever Stan.

March 12, 2017

Our dear Brother,you will always be loved,missed and thought of daily.we had a lot of good times together and still will, because you will be in our hearts forever.

Jan&tim

March 11, 2017

Jayme & Keith Gerue

My dear brother, no longer do you suffer, we are thankful for that. You are now at peace and rejoicing with our loved ones who have gone ahead of you. We will forever hold you close in our heart. This is not 'good-bye', only 'see you later'. Make sure to put in a good word for me, okay! Love you always!

March 11, 2017

Scott and Becki-Jo

Dear Uncle Stan I know you are watching over all of us now and wanting us to celebrate your life rather than mourn your passing. We cannot help but do both. You were a wonderful uncle and I so appreciated the times we spent together when I was in Lansing. I loved your laugh and the way you would call your sisters "sis". You were a great man and are an even greater Angel! Shelly, Aunt Brenda, Matt and John know we love you so very much! Prayers and peace to you.

March 11, 2017

Rhonda Frederick

Sorry for your loss

March 11, 2017

Teresa & Gene Burkett

To our Brother, our Friend - you are going to be greatly missed. Your smiles, your laughter, all the good times we've had. You've touched so many lives with your kindness and loving ways. The memories will always remain with us. Love, your sister Teresa and bro Gene.

March 11, 2017

Nancy Carlstrom

Shelley, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

March 10, 2017

April Meersdom

Stan was my brother in law for over 50 years. I think that he is one of the finest men that I know. He loved his family dearly and shared his love for people his entire life. I respected him more that anyone I know. RIP dear brother in law. I love you and will carry you in my memories and in my heart forever.

March 10, 2017

Curt and Bobbi Jo Whitefield

Uncle Stan was an incredible person. He had a heart of gold and a wonderful sense of humor. He always took the time to spend with each and every one of his nieces and nephews and he made each of us feel so important. His incredible love for life and his endless love for his family was so apparent. We are so sad that you are gone from our physical world but we celebrate your new life in heaven. I know you were greeted at the gates of heaven by some amazing angels. Rest in peace Uncle Stan, you now can soar in the heavenly skies in all of Gods glory!!!

March 10, 2017

OJ and Lynda Lanning

Stan was very patriotic. He loved America and he loved our national symbols, the American flag and the Bald Eagle. He liked watching how the Bald Eagles dove down to catch their prey, flying off and beginning to soar. Now days, you don't see too many Bald Eagles. When Stan passed, he soared higher than any eagle until he got to where he was going. Now my brother has his own set of wings, they are called Angel Wings. From me to you my brother, keep on soaring. Stan wasn't just the best man in our wedding, he was one of the best sons, brothers, husbands, fathers, grandpas, great-grandpas, uncles and friends. Forever and beyond we will love and miss you.

March 10, 2017

Bob & Teresa Zimmerman

Stan was such a kind, hardworking & loving man. We watched him take good care of his family, friends and neighbors. He will be missed. Our love and prayers for the Collins family.

March 10, 2017

Terri Carter (Chase)

Prayers and love to all the family,RIP Stanley.

March 10, 2017

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3006 W. Jolly Road, Lansing, MI

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