Thursday, May 23, 2013

Lucy M. Collins (May 21, 2013)

Lucy M. Collins, 84, of Greenville, passed away early Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at Hospice of Dayton.

She was born June 29, 1928,in Staten Island, NY, daughter of the late George and Margaret (Grim) Loveland. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Colleen M. Hodges in July 17, 2010; and 5 brothers and sisters.

Lucy was a homemaker and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Edward A. Collins, whom she married September 28, 1946; son, Edward J. Collins; grandson, Joshua M. Collins; brother, George M. Loveland; special niece, Cathy Shilo; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, May 23, 2013 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenville, Ohio with Fr. John White celebrating. Burial will follow in the the St. Mary's Cemetry.

The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Drive Dayton, Ohio 45420.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com