Public come and go celebration of life on Saturday May 30, 2026 from 1-4 PM at the Purple Grove Community Centre
Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery
Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery
In Memory of
Roy Eugene Collins
September 19th, 1936 - January 16th, 2026
Place of Death
Wingham & District HospitalObituary
Roy E. Collins, beloved husband of the late Maureen (Howell), of Lucknow, passed away peacefully at Wingham & District Hospital, surrounded by family, on January 16, 2026 in his 90th year. He was born in Kincardine on September 19, 1936, son of the late Dorothy (Robertson) and Russell Collins. Dear father of Jennifer (Steve), Angela, and David (Irene). Also greatly missed by 11 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Survived by sister Eileen (Richard) Martzas and brother Carl (Marlee) Collins. Brother-in-law of Ann, Jon (Prima), Sandra (Bill), Susan (Stan), and Sandy. Predeceased by brother Art Collins and in-laws; Joan, Peter & Ruth.Roy was adored by his grandchildren. He was the grandfather who added the extra scoop of ice cream. The one who was asked to pour the maple syrup on pancakes, because grandpa always gave you lots. The one who was still playing hide and seek at 89. The one that never said no. The one that was simply overjoyed to be able to meet and hold his first great grandchild. He loved home-made pie, ice cream, and maple syrup with a side of peanut butter and toast. He didn’t really enjoy playing board games, but he would never turn down a hand of euchre. He had a generous and giving nature, and was always willing to help out those around him. Roy was a farmer at heart, and even after retirement, he couldn’t stay away, continuing to help out on the farm which kept him busy and fit. His deep connection to the Purple Grove Community was something that he cherished. Moving off the farm when he retired at 67 did not diminish or lessen his life-long connection to the area or the people.
A private graveside service and burial will be conducted at the Ripley Cemetery followed by a public celebration of Roy and Maureen’s lives at the Purple Grove Community Centre on Saturday May 30, 2026 from 1-4 PM.
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