Obituary

John David Collins

April 09, 1968 - January 30, 2021

John David Collins, age 52 and of Boerne, TX, passed away on January 30, 2021 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, LA.  He was born of April 9, 1968 in Augusta GA.  John was a plant Superintendent for Martin Marrietta in San Antonio, TX.  David had a passion for music, all genres and a variety of artist. He would say it's not just the tune you have to listen to the words. He loved being on the beach, and spontaneous road trips to Mexico for street tacos and to spend the day shopping. He loved making others laugh and was always good at doing something to make everyone laugh.

He is survived by wife, Judy Easterling Collins of Boerne, TX; Mother, Karen Collins of Casper, WY; Sister Kelly (Devin) Hodgins of Casper, WY; Brother, Jeremy Collins of King of Prussia, PA; Spenser Collins, Austin Collins of Franklinton, LA; Daughter Natalie Collins of Franklinton, LA; and son Harley Collins of Honey Grove, TX; and 9 nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his partner in crime, his shadow, his not spoiled but very much loved, pretty girl, Chihuahua Ms. Sadie.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Louis Collins; His Maternal Grandmother, Florence Hughes (Willie "Bill' Hughes); Maternal Grandfather, J.W. Hodge; Uncle, Paul Hodge; Great Aunt, Elizabeth Faye Denz; Paternal Grandfather, David Roy Collins and Paternal Grandmother Bonnie Bell Gray.

Visitation will be at Poole Ritchie Funeral Home in Bogalusa, LA, on Friday, February 5, 2021 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm in the Chapel.  Rev. Wesley Quave will officiate the service and private graveside will be held at a later date.