Robert E. Collins
Robert E. Collins, 63, of Akron, passed away December 22, 2010 at Akron City Hospital. He was born June 10, 1947 in Akron, Ohio to the late Eugene C. & Janet E. (Petty) Collins. Robert was known as an avid Steelers fan, outgoing, hardworking and a jokester. He was always there for his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Emma Dray. He is survived by his daughter, Jean Oplinger; grandchildren, John Sebe and Jessica Wolfe; great-grandson, Justin Wolfe; sister, Faye; brothers, Richard (Jerry) Collins, Gene (Terry) Collins and Homer Crites; numerous nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Monday from 4 - 7 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron where funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Hillside Memorial Park.
NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334