PHCS Thaddeus Collins, 91 passed away on August 19, 2020. He was the son of the late Thaddeus Frederick and Daisy Belle Collins. Thaddeus was born in Gulfport, Mississippi, and a resident of Mobile, Alabama. Ted as he was known by his family and friends, retired from the Navy after thirty years as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. He was also a retired Postal Carrier. He was a member of the Lords of Tidewater and Social Savings Club. Ted was an avid fan of the Tidewater Tides Baseball Club. Ted was predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Rosalyn J. Collins; son, Michael Collins and daughter, Lisa Collins Harris. He leaves to cherish his memories his children, Judith Alexander (Tyrone), David Collins, Annette Sterling, Karen Harris (Gregory) and Cynthia Collins; daughter-in-law, Deliah Collins, 9 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Mary Conward and Evelyn Clemons and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Thaddeus J. Collins
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Wednesday, August 26, 2020
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Metropolitan Funeral Service
120 W. Berkley Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23523
Graveside Service
Thursday, August 27, 2020
11:00am
Roosevelt Memorial Park
1101 Campostella Road
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Interment
Roosevelt Memorial Park
1101 Campostella Road
Chesapeake, VA 23320
The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance
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Cynthia says
August 24, 2020 at 10:25 pmPraying God will strengthen Judy, David, Annette, Karen, Cynthia and the many grand and great grandchildren as you go through this difficult time. Your dad was a loving and kind person. Deepest Sympathy
Cynthia Howard Phillips and Family
Gilbert J. Kirk says
August 24, 2020 at 10:50 pmThad was a good friend to both my granddaughter, Kennedy, and me.
I will always value his insights and loving approach to all who knew him.
May God smile on him for all eternity.
Gilbert
Another Mobile ex-pat
Gregory Perry says
August 25, 2020 at 2:11 pmHi Judy and the rest of the Collins family.
i am sending my condolences to you. Praying that God comfort you at this time of uncertainty and bereavement.
John and Mable Howard says
August 25, 2020 at 8:02 pmTo the Children and Grandchildren of T.J. Collins,
We extend our deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your father and grandfather. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort, strength and peace during this time. My most sincere prayers and condolences.
Manuel and Annette Howard Peace says
August 26, 2020 at 11:16 amThe Peace family will continue to keep you in our prayers as you celebrate your father’s life. We pray that you feel God”s presence as never before during this time.
Pamela Satterfield-Singletary says
August 26, 2020 at 4:23 pmJudy, may our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolence.