Mary Elizabeth Collins of Chelsea Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 10th, 2023. Born in Salem, Oregon on 11/28/1930, Mary spent her childhood enjoying Cannon Beach with her family before moving to Ann Arbor in January 1947.
She met her future husband, Neal Collins in July of 1947 at Barton Pond before they both graduated from Ann Arbor High in June of 1948. Neal and Mary wed in March of 1952 before welcoming son Ned Collins in March of 1954. One of their biggest joys was building their own home in the Lakewood Subdivision before moving in January of 1955 and welcoming daughter Becky Jane in August of 1955. She enjoyed camping with friends and family, golfing, and traveling. Neal and Mary retired down to Homosassa Florida in 2002 where they enjoyed their new home with a lanai and pool. Mary returned to Michigan in 2016 to be closer to family before moving into Silver Maples of Chelsea in 2018 where she enjoyed spending time with friends, crafting, outings, and happy hour. She loved reminiscing with fellow residents and participating on several committees including the food committee and welcoming committee. She loved spending time with family and watching her great grandchildren grow and prosper.
Mary is proceeded in death by her daughter Becky Jane (1973) and the love of her life, Neal who passed in 2003. She is survived by her son Ned (Stephanie) Collins of Ann Arbor, Melissa (Vaughn) Pogel (son Jaxon) of Ann Arbor, Erica (Craig) Monahan (daughters Riley and Keygan) of Chelsea. Mary will be interned in the United Methodist Memorial Garden alongside her daughter Becky and husband Neal. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation be made to Silver Maples Silver Lining Fund, Silvermaples.org.
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