Roy "Mick" Collins
February 02, 2016
Roy “Mick” Collins
Des Moines
Roy “Mick” Alfred Collins, Jr., 83, was born December 28, 1932 in Des Moines, Iowa to Roy Sr. and Evelyn (Thomas) Collins. He was a resident of Des Moines his entire life. He was self-employed throughout his working career, owning Collins Used Cars for 35 years and Collins Investments.
Mick was a 50+ year member of the Za-Ga-Zig Shrine, a 60 year member of Home Lodge #370, and East High School Alumni Association.
Mick passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 02, 2016 at his home in Des Moines surrounded by his family.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 6, 2016 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines, with visitation for two hours prior to the service. Burial of cremated remains will follow at Masonic Cemetery.
Mick is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gloria Collins; daughter, Cindy Minor (David); grandson, Justin Minor (Erin); great-grandchildren, Ava and Eli Minor; sisters, Sonia Fazio and Evelyn Robinson (Jim); as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Evelyn; sister, Barbara Collins; and brother, Grover Collins.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Mercy Hospice or to the family.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Stacey Clark
02/05/2016
Cindy and family, I'm sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Patty Burrows
02/05/2016
Cindy and family, so sorry for the loss of your loved one. You are in our thought and prayers.
Dolores Ferguson
02/04/2016
Gloria my thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will always have our fond memories of him. He was a great man Loved by all who knew him.
Jamie Dickinson
02/04/2016
Gloria , our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Our Deepest Sympathy
Jamie, Grant and J.R
Cynthia Fuson
02/03/2016
Cindy: My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the memories of all the times spent together give you strength and peace.
Dee & Vern Tyler
02/03/2016
Cindy and family our prayers are with you and yours. Be comforted by the times that you all spent together.
Janie Jones
02/02/2016
Gloria, I'm so sorry about Mick. You've been great neighbors to mom and dad. Just remember all the good memories your family has had.
Janis Ware
02/02/2016
Dear Cindy and family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. It is so hard to say goodbye to one we love so much. May you all be comforted by the good times you were able to spend together and the love you now share.
Kathie Smith
02/02/2016
Was sorry to hear about the passing of Roy. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time.. God bless your family. ..