Maryellen Collins's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2025 in Wayne City, Illinois

Maryellen Collins

November 26, 1926 - September 20, 2025 (98 years old)

Wayne City, Illinois

Maryellen Collins's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2025 in Wayne City, Illinois

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Gholson's Funeral Home

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Maryellen Collins

November 26, 1926 - September 20, 2025 (98 years old)

Wayne City, Illinois

Maryellen Collins Obituary

The memory of Maryellen Collins of Wayne City, Illinois, who passed away on September 20, 2025 at the age of 98, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Maryellen Collins to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ben Marsh and Anna Marsh (Gifford); and her husband Charles Collins. She is survived by: her niece Virginia Doggett; her close friends, Katherine Webb, Kathleen Woodley, Marlene Woods and Tabitha Morse; her children, Charles Collins II and Anna Collins; her caregiver Amber; her pet Nala; and her caregiver Krista of Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Maryellen's memory may be made to the Wayne City Baptist Church and will be accepted at Gholson Funeral Home in McLeansboro, which is assisting the family with arrangements.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gholson's Funeral Home



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