Bev

Beverly Sue Collins, fondly known as Bev, passed away at the age of 84, in Chillicothe, Ohio on August 7, 2023, due to a subdural hematoma. Born on February 26, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio.

During her last days she saw angels who were calling her up into the lords embrace. Bev's life was a testament to the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), which is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, faith, meekness and temperance, leaving a legacy of love, resilience, and joy that will continue to inspire those who knew her.

Preceded by her grandparents, Olive and Alva Hayslip, her mother, Freda (Hayslip) and stepfather, Thomas Cronin, her husband John Richard Collins Sr., (JR), granddaughter, Erica (Collins) Cox, daughter, Tammy Whitcraft Thompson, and sister, Mary K Fidler. Bev's memory will be cherished by a large and loving family. She is survived by her brothers, James Mitchell, Gill Taylor, and her sister, Alice Marshall, her children, Tina (Rick), Mary (Tony), Joe (Sharon), Charlene (Fred), Tom (Lura), Bob (Michelle Porter), Nikki Collins, and her, son-in-law, Jay Whitcraft.

Bev’s life was enriched by her numerous grandchildren, Rick, Kristina (Jeremy), Jessica (Casey), Jason, Angie (Ken), Danielle (Rick), Shawnda, Joey (Tiffany), Ashlee, Bobby, John JJ (Nikki), Michael, Dillon, Richard (Trish), Lizzy (Theresa), Shelby, Katie, Robby (Brittany), Ryan.

She also had the joy of knowing her great-grandchildren; Trayvon, Clayton, Landen, Trent, Macy, Elaina, Aaron, Jacob, Eliana, Thailur, Jonny, Jake, Andrew, Kamryn, Aidan, Grant, William, Maci, Morgan, Mariah, Trent, Haiylee, Myles, Brenden, Noah, Aniston, Kail, Allison, Emery, Braxton, Kollin, Oliver and Owen.

Bev always maintained that her greatest achievement and pride were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved making up funny song lyrics and singing to her grandchildren while making funny faces. She also loved doing crafts and making paper dolls, something she did as a child growing up on the farm.

Her resilience in the face of adversity was an inspiration to all who knew her and her capacity for joy was truly infectious.

Bev said not to mourn for her, but with great love comes great sorrow, her passing is a great loss to her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Her memory will live on in the hearts of her loved ones, serving as a beacon of love, resilience, and joy.

Bev's life was a testament to the power of kindness, love and forgiveness, qualities that will continue to inspire and uplift those who were fortunate to have known her.

The family of Beverly S Collins would like to thank all the wonderful Doctors, Nurses and staff, at Mt Carmel East ICU (4th floor blue area) for the amazing care of our mother.

Thanks to the wonderful staff on the palliative care floor, especially, Dr Miller. Mom just loved his thoughtfulness and compassion.

Thanks to the day shift nurses and staff at Canal Winchester rehab.

A special thank you to The National Church Residence of Chillicothe, Hospice

You all are amazing. You treated our mom with such kindness and compassion while keeping her dignity. Thank you for not only being there for our mother but also for her family.

God bless you all.

Per moms wishes there will only be a Graveside service,

August 26, 2023, at 1 pm at Walnut Hill Cemetery

Address: 975 Rathmell Rd Columbus, Ohio