February 3, 1962 – November 9, 2026
Michael Kern Collins, 64, of Mitchell, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Red Crest Hospice House in Bloomington.
Born February 3, 1962, in Bedford, he was the son of Bill and Alice (Russell) Collins.
Michael graduated from Orleans High School. He worked as a Dry Kiln Operator at Salem Hardwood Lumber for many years. Michael married Beth Chambers on October 28, 2016, and she survives. He was a member of Woodville Baptist Church, where he was an active member, playing guitar in the praise band.
Michael enjoyed playing guitar and singing praise and worship songs at various nursing homes. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandkids.
Surviving to cherish his memory are his wife, Beth; children, Brent (Hannah) Collins and Amber England; grandchildren, Ethan (Riley), Ryder, Abby, Delila, Emily, Chase, and McKinsley; great-grandson, Dallas; siblings, Tom (Janet) Collins, Barry (Lisa) Collins, Pam (Steve) Wilson, and Kim (Mike) Grider; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sons, Zachary Nolan and Mason Turpin.
Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Limestone Chapel of George Funeral Care, 527 15th Street in Bedford, with Pastor Jordan Philpott officiating. Burial will follow in the Mitchell City Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until the service hour on Saturday, at the Limestone Chapel, Bedford.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services, In Memory of Michael Collins.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Red Crest Hospice for the care they provided.
Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.limestonechapel.net.
Arrangements have been placed in the care of Derek and Abby George with the Limestone Chapel of George Funeral Care at 527 15th Street in Bedford.
