John Ernest Collings's obituary , Passed away on March 29, 2026 in Elkton, Michigan

John Ernest Collings

January 26, 1944 - March 29, 2026 (82 years old)

Elkton, Michigan

John Ernest Collings's obituary , Passed away on March 29, 2026 in Elkton, Michigan

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John Ernest Collings

January 26, 1944 - March 29, 2026 (82 years old)

Elkton, Michigan

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John Ernest Collings Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Ernest Collings of Elkton, Michigan, who passed away on March 29, 2026, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Ernest Collings to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Roy Collings and Helen Collings (Goretski) of Verona Township; his wife Sharon L. Buchholz (Radabaugh); his siblings, Roy II, William Collings, Mary Proctor and Judy Mazure; his brother-in-law Albert Mazure; his parents-in-law, William and Losetta Radabaugh; and his sister-in-law Dana Radabaugh.

He is survived by: his brothers, Carl, Gary (Elaine), Rick (Rose) and Randy Collings (Kathy); his sister-in-law Sharon A. Collings; and his stepchildren, Richie and Jill Buchholz. He is also survived by "Papa" and had 17 grandchildren, one-great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews.

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