Jimmy Linnard Collins, Sr., 82, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2022. He was born April 27, 1939 in Nash County to the late George and Laura Hyde Collins. In addition to his parents he was preceded by sons Jimmy Clifton and Jimmy L. Collins, Jr., and brother Jack A. Collins.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Nancy Collins; son George C. Collins, II. (Tasha); daughter Sonya Collins Strum (Ricky); brother Larry Collins; sisters Patsy A. Collins and Laurie Womble; 7 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Cornerstone Funeral Home. Visitation with family and friends will follow the service.