Howard R. Collins

Howard R. Collins, 83 of Camden, Ohio died Thursday, June 2, 2022 at his residence. Born on July 13, 1938 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, he was the son of the late Howard A. & Louise A. (Feeley) Collins.

Howard had retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, member of American Legion Post #215 and VFW of Eaton and Montgomery County paramedic #150. Before moving to Camden, Howard and his wife Ellen were caretakers of Ivy Court.

Preceded in death by his Wife: Ellen E. Collins in 2021; Children: James M. Casey in 2013; Diane M. Casey in 2012 and Marybeth Horn in 2004.

Survived by Children: Connie & Steven Wolfe of Hillman, MI, Howard W. & Melissa Collins of Middletown, OH, Deirdre L. & Archy Wiseman of Kettering, OH and Daniel J. & Cheryl Casey of Camden, OH, Lawrence B. Casey of Kettering, OH and Ellen M. & Luke Eichhorn of Columbus, OH; Brother: James A. Collins, Grand Rapids, MI. 21 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home - Eaton, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Preble County P.O. Box 72 Eaton, Ohio 45320. Arrangements Entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home, Eaton, Ohio. Condolences may be sent to the family via the Guestbook at www.barnesfuneralhome.com.