Hezzie Collins Jr.'s Obituary
Hezzie Collins, Jr., age 79, of Mableton passed away surrounded by his family on October 23rd, 2022. Hezzie was born in Jenkins, GA, but grew up in Donaldsonville, where he graduated from Early County High School. At 18, he began working at Law Engineering, and stayed there until his retirement in 1988.
After his retirement, Hezzie enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and watching Georgia sports teams, including the Hawks, Falcons, UGA Football, and Atlanta Braves. He was a very family-oriented man who you could always count on to be there for you. His family recounts his helpful nature and how you could always rely on him to help with the laundry. Hezzie was a devoted spouse to his wife, Rosemond, a loving father, an incredible grandfather, and a dear friend. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
Hezzie is preceded in death by his daughter, Caroline Arnold. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Rosemond L. Collins; children, Vanessa Hunter (husband, Anthony) of Powder Springs, Timothy Collins (wife, Carolina) of San Antonio, TX, and Rolanda Collins of Mableton; siblings, Stella, Henry, Aaron, Emma, Jacquelyn, Fannie, Theresa, Wanda, Barbara, and Marie; grandchildren, Kevin, Ronald, Crystal, Jonathan, Daniel, Jasmine, Anthony, Alexis, Brandon, and Destini; 13 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and beloved extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 29th, 3:00 PM at Davis-Struempf Chapel with Elder Anthony Hunter officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 PM before the service.
For anyone wishing to view the service virtually, a livestream link will be available on Hezzie's Tribute Page at the above-listed service time at www.davisstruempf.com.
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