Gary H. Collins, 81, of Ellisville, MS, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at Magnolia Gardens in Ellisville, MS. Born on February 13, 1943, in Ellisville, Mississippi, Gary was a beloved member of his community.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, December 30, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Ellisville City Cemetery in Ellisville, Mississippi, with burial to follow at the same location. Ellisville Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Gary was preceded in death by his father, Benton R. Collins, and his mother, Bessie Parker Collins. He is survived by his devoted wife of over 50 years, Ann Maxey Collins; his sons, Scott Collins and his wife Lynn, and Vince Collins; his grandchildren, Reese Evan Collins, Jessica Pickering and her husband Jonathan, and Mason Collins and his wife Stacey; his sister, Charlotte Freeman; and his great-grandchildren, Kate Collins, Dru Collins, Anna Blake Pickering, Jon Luke Pickering, Lottie Mae Pickering, and Brinley Nicole.

Gary was well-loved by his family and friends, who will serve as pallbearers. An online guestbook is available at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com for those who wish to leave their condolences.