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    Joyce Ann Collins

    March 2, 1939 - August 11, 2021

    Joyce Ann Collins, 82, of Laurel passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at TidalHealth Nanticoke, Seaford. Born on March 2, 1939 in Cannon (Seaford), Delaware, she was the daughter of the late Robert G. and Beatrice Lankford Gilbert. A 1957 graduate of Seaford High School, Joyce then enrolled at Salisbury State Teachers College ( now Salisbury University) graduating in 1961. Her high school quote was "Lovely hair, lovely smile, and a personality to match... Wears an expression of contentment and happiness." She retired in 2002 after 40 years of teaching 2nd grader's at North Laurel Elementary. Joyce had resided in Laurel, DE with her late husband Dallas Kenneth Collins for 62 years. Mr. Collins passed on September 13, 2020. A devoted wife, mother, mom-mom and friend, Joyce had the sweetest disposition and positive outlook on life even when faced with various health challenges. Anything involving family, home, beach, music, TV and outings with her caregivers for that beloved chocolate milkshake brought her great joy. In addition to her late parents and husband, she was also predeceased by her brother, Richard W. Gilbert, formerly of Wilmington. Joyce is survived by a loving family: Son – Brad Gilbert Collins (Deanna); granddaughter – Paige Collins Parlier (Keith); grandson – Travis Gilbert Collins. A graveside funeral service will be held on Friday, August 20, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Cokesbury U. M. Church Cemetery, 5939 Cokesbury Road, Rhodesdale, MD 21659 (Near Reliance). Pastor Blair Hall will officiate. A viewing will be held at the Hannigan,Short,Disharoon Funeral Home, 700 West Street, Laurel, DE 19956 on Friday, August 20 th from 11:30 A.M. to 12:15 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Collins’ name to American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 15829 Arlington, VA 22215. The Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home Laurel, DE is serving the Collins Family.

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    Joyce Ann Collins, 82, of Laurel passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at TidalHealth Nanticoke, Seaford. Born on March 2, 1939 in Cannon (Seaford), Delaware, she was the daughter of the late Robert G. and Beatrice Lankford Gilbert. A 1957... View Obituary & Service Information

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