Max Collins Obituary (1939 - 2013) - Legacy Remembers
Max Loren Collins obituary, 1939-2013

Max Loren Collins

1939 - 2013

BORN

1939

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Day & Deremiah-Frye Funeral Home

4150 East Third St

Bloomington, Indiana

Max Collins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 16, 2013.
Max Loren Collins, age 73, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2013. He was born on December 16, 1939 to the late Cecil Roscoe "Rocky" and Mildred (Nevins) Collins in Indianapolis, Indiana. Max graduated from Arsenal Technical High School on June 10, 1958. On December 30, 1972, Max married the love of his life, Jackline "Jackie" (Smith/Dalton) Collins in Martinsville, Indiana. He was her loving and wonderful Husband for 40 years. Max was a hard working truck driver (owner/operator) who logged over two million miles cross country. He will be remembered for his dedication to his friends & family & also his love of animals.

Max is survived by his wife, Jackie Collins; his dachshund dog, "Bandit" who has a very colorful nickname; his 2 brothers, Don of Orlando, Florida & Jim of Zavalla, Texas and 1 sister, Dorothy Mae of Greenwood, Indiana. Max is also survived by many nieces & nephews scattered throughout the country. Michelle Andrews of Harmony, Florida & Joe Rich of Clermont, Florida will especially miss their "Uncle Pepsi"!

Max is preceded in death by his parents.

A private burial will be at Mount Gilead Cemetery in Bloomington, Indiana.

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March 23, 2013

David & Cyndi Frischman

Family & friends will be in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. You have our deepest sympathy.

March 23, 2013

Michelle Andrews

Even though we didn't see each other that often or even talk on the phone, you were always in my heart. You will always be my Uncle Pepsi! I know you are with my mom now and you will continue to talk the 'old times' with her. We will miss you and continue to love you always, Your niece and great nephews

March 18, 2013

Don, Nancy, & Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May fond memories of your brother comfort you during this difficult time.

Love,
Gojko, Jill, Nadia, Isabella, & Alina

March 18, 2013

Neal & Ivette Oms

We know that no words can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. You are in our every prayer and thought.

March 18, 2013

Joe & Donna Nahmias

Rest in peace Max....You will be sadly missed.....

March 18, 2013

Richard & Elayne Solomon

Please accept our condolences for your loss.

March 18, 2013

Rusty Zion

Warmest regards for the passing of Max.

March 17, 2013

Nancy Collins

The first time I met Max Collins was at Shapiro's Restaurant in Indiannapolis, Indiana at a family gathering. Max met me for the first time with a great big bear hug. I liked him instantly. He soon became my brother-in-law and gave me a 'heads up' about some of the Collins' traits and then would debate in his good natured way about who was the most stubborn: Donny or Max! May the good Lord bless my brother-in-law and keep you in his care.

March 17, 2013

Joe Rich

uncle pepsi, we will miss you.

March 17, 2013

Nancy Collins

I remember the first time I met Max Collins at Shapiro's Restaurant in Indiannapolis; he didn't shake my hand but gave me a big bear hug! I liked him instantly and he became the best brother-in-law a girl could ever ask for . . . your spirit lives on in the kindness you've shown to me and others along the way! R.I.P. brother-in-law.

March 17, 2013

Tim (Collins) Meyers

Seems you've come upon a turn in your long haul and have taken the high road.
Wish we could have passed a few more times, but am grateful for the times we had.

March 17, 2013

Max Collins

Always there with a smile!

Always there with a smile!

March 17, 2013

Larry Frybarger

I did not ever have the chance to meet Max but knowing his Brother Don as I do, if he was anything like him he had to be a Wonderful Man. May your Spirit and Soul be with Our Father and Jesus Christ in Heaven.

March 17, 2013

Don Collins

Rest in peace big brother, Max, who was always 'there' for me. I will still call you every Sunday morning.

March 16, 2013

Jackie Collins

I miss my loving, wonderful husband!

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Funeral services provided by:

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