Everette "Rudy" Collins

Everette "Rudy" Collins, 87, of Kingsport, passed away Monday, July 14, 2014. He retired from the Mead Corp and served in the U.S. Army during WW II. Rudy was a 32 degree Mason and a locksmith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Nell Collins.

Rudy is survived by his son, Robert "Bobby" Collins and wife, Gaye of Church Hill, TN; daughter, Sherry Crawford and husband, Billy of Kingsport, TN; 6 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2014 at 3:00 pm at East Lawn Memorial Park with Rev. Bill Porter officiating.

Honorary pallbearers will be Joey Crawford, Adam Crawford, Tony Crawford, Mikey Crawford and Austin Crawford.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 207 North Boone St., Johnson City, TN 37604.

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