Gregory Scott Collins' Obituary
Gregory Scott Collins, 54, of Casey, IL passed away at 3 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at his home. He was born on February 28, 1959 in Mattoon, IL, the son of Joe Dale Collins and Patricia Ann Gillis. Survivors include his mother, Patricia Gillis of Casey, IL; sisters, Patricia Evans of Effingham, IL and Cori (husband, Mike) Shackelford of Effingham, IL; brother, Lonnie Collins of Springfield, IL; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded by his father, brother, Virgil Bryan Collins, son, Shaun Miller and his pet dog, Gretchen. Scott was a 1977 Graduate of Martinsville High School. He was a 35 year member of the Ironworkers Local #44 in Cincinnati, OH. Scott was a Harley motorcycle enthusiast, an avid hunter and knife collector. He loved God, his family and animals - especially his faithful German Shepherd Gretchen. Scott was a friend to all; he never saw a stranger and loved to share his stories. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, January 20, 2014 at the Markwell Funeral Home with Brother Art Orndorff officiating. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. prior to the service at the Markwell Funeral Home, 200 N. Central Ave., Casey, IL. A reception will follow the service at the Casey VFW, 300 S. Central Ave., Casey, IL. Donations in memory of Scott and Gretchen may be made to the Terre Haute Humane Society, PO Box 3307, Terre Haute, IN 47803. To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Monday, January 20, 2014 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420 Service Monday, January 20, 2014 5:00 PM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420
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