Gerald Collins Obituary

In loving memory of Gerald Collins of Bradenton, Florida, who departed this world on May 28, 2024 at the age of 90. Gerald leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid Gerald farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Gerald is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Hugh Collins and Paralee Collins. He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth Collins; his children, Janice Williams (Jim) and Curt Collins; and his brother Mac Collins. He is also survived by 5 stepchildren, 7 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Tidewell Foundation, 3500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239, (941) 552-5900 and/or Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 7461 Prospect Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 355-2798.