Zella M. Collins

Birth date: Jul 27, 1925 Death date: Sep 24, 2020

Zella Maree Peters Collins, 95, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Thursday, September 24, 2020, at Elmcroft of Kingsport with her loving family by her side.She was born July 27, 1925, in Scott County, VA to the late John M. Peters and Sally Smith Peters.Zella was a loving, gracious and giving lady whose greatest joy in life came by spending quality time with her family. She enjoyed traveling and gardening.Zella graduated from Shoemaker High School and Kingsport School of Cosmetology. She was a member of Lynn Garden Baptist Church, Kingsport.She was preceded in death by her husband, Hughie Collins; brothers, Oscar Peters, Sr., Clarence Peters, Rayford Peters and Lloyd Peters; sisters, Lakie Jones and Mary Jones; step-mother, Addie Pierson Peters; half-sisters, Betty Peters and Syble Marcum.Those left to cherish Zella’s memory are her sons, John (Jack) Collins and wife, Pearl, Donald Collins and wife, Karen; daughter, Nancy Dye and husband, Jimmy; grandson, Ray Collins; granddaughters, Kelly Dye Buetow and husband, Dave, Sarah Collins Pearman and husband, Daniel; great-grandsons, Bentley and Brooks Pearman; half- brother, Roy Peters; half-sister, Violeta Blankenship; several nieces and nephews also survive.A Graveside Service will be conducted at 2:00 pm Sunday, September 27, 2020, at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, VA. Rev. Carl Strickler will officiate and music will be provided by Carroll Hurd. Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Lynn Garden Baptist Church, 301 May Street, Kingsport, TN 37665.A special thank you to the staff of Elmcroft Assisted Living for loving and caring for Mom for almost six years. They have become part of our extended family. Also, to SunCrest Hospice for their assistance during her final weeks.To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.oakhillfh.comThe care of Zella Maree Peters Collins and her family has been entrusted to the staff of Oak Hill Funeral & Cremation Services.Read Obituary

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Vickie Godsey

185w ago

in honor of Zella.

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Janice Gaither

186w ago

My remembrance of Zella ad Hughie was when I was a child at Lynn Garden Evangelical Methodist Church. Precious times and memories. My thoughts and prayers for all the family. Loved these so much, now they are waiting for our arrival. God Bless You All.
Janice Knox Gaither

Suncrest Hospice

186w ago

Zella Collins was a wonderful human being and we are honored that you allowed us to journey with her and the family as she transitioned on to a better place. We will continue to be with you all as you continue to grieve, and please know that you are not alone in your sadness. Thoughts and prayers for the family as you begin to make sense of what your "new normal" will look like. Peace and Blessings, SunCrest Hospice Team - Kingsport

Nancy Dye

Thanks to SunCrest from our family, especially Jackie.

Elaine Sturgill

186w ago

I loved your Mom; she was an inspiration. I enjoyed bringing my dulcimer, playing, and singing with her. Whenever I play Wildwood Flower, I will think of her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

My Mom will miss her, too. They always had so much fun. Exercise class was where they were always picking at each other with those spaghetti tubes.

Elaine Sturgill and Cary

Nancy Dye

We all love your Mom, too. What a special person she is. I loved getting to know you during all the choir practices. Thanks so much for loving our Mom!

Vicki Wallen

186w ago

in honor of Zella.

Tonya Koch

186w ago

in honor of Zella.

Mrs Zella was a sweet lady. I enjoyed talking with her. She always told me i was a good girl..lol..she will be truly missed.

Kathy Dingus

186w ago

I’m truly sorry to hear of your loss I pray God be with You all. Jack and Pearl please know I am here if you need me for anything again I am truly sorry .

Candi Bays

186w ago

in honor of Zella.

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