Corena Collins of Arnold, Missouri passed away December 2, 2023, in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 88 years. She was born January 18, 1935, in Success, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Donald and Gusty (Hovis) Wilson.
On December 6, 1952, she was united in marriage to David Edward Collins who preceded her in death on August 8, 2003. To this union three children were born: Reda Adams of Leasburg, Missouri, David "Keith" Collins who preceded her in death, and Bradley Collins of Arnold, Missouri. Corena is also survived by five grandchildren: Doug, Stephanie, Stacy, Shelia, and Renee, and numerous great grandchildren. Three sisters are also left to mourn her passing: Dorothy Cato of Doniphan, Missouri, Mamie Brown also of Doniphan, Missouri, and Linda Collins of Tennessee. Many nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to her parents, husband, and son, Corena was preceded in death by five brothers: Johnny Wilson, Jerry Wilson, Hurlin Wilson, Douglas Wilson and Michael Wilson, and four sisters: Gina...