Robert Collins a true Texas outdoorsman, and lifelong adventurer, passed away peacefully at home on the family farm on August 28, 2025, at the age of 74.
He was a familiar face to many in Medina, Atascosa, and Frio counties and our community Natalia, TX. He was known for his kind heart and unwavering spirit and deep love for great outdoors.
Born in Gonzales, TX on Feb. 16, 1951, to Willie B. & Iola Pearl Collins and raised with a profound respect for nature. From his earliest days of riding his horse to town and the local rivers and tanks all around Poteet TX. All the way to his serious hunting trips all over the Texas landscapes he was always in his true element.
No matter if he was at his deer lease, casting a line into Choke Cayon Lake or Gulf of Mexico, or simply enjoying the sunset from his back porch with his wife, he was his happiest surrounded by nature and family.
Robert E. Collins was a man of many talents and passions. From carpentry, truck driver, and heavy equipment operator after a long day’s work you could always find him in the barn tinkering on projects from honey do’s, fencing, birds, plants, woodwork or out looking for arrowheads after rain or even learning to play guitar.
He was also a man who would never hesitate to help a friend, neighbor, or even a stranger in need. Often going out of his way with no expectations of recognition.
Above all Robert E. Collins was a family man. He loved sharing his passions outdoors to his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and friends. Teaching them not only how to hunt and fish but also a deep reverence for the land and all its creatures.
Robert E. Collins survived by his loving wife of 51yrs Colleen E. Collins His Daughters & Son in Laws:
David & Tammy Vanheeswyk and Marshall & Sue Ann Dittrich. His Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
Tina & Devin DuQuaine / Logan Kenneth & Kelsey Sallee /Kraelynn, Kenzlee, & Korbin Wyatt, Jackson, & Dylan Dittrich, Nick & Rayven Cordova / Callum, Liz Vanheeswyk. Sister-in-law /Nephew/ Niece Cheryle Collins & Garland Collins Jr & Allison Collins and numerous family and friends.
He is preceded in death by: His parents Willie & Iola Collins / Jess & Bernice Evans. His brother Garland Collins. His Granddaughter Avery M. Peirce. His Best Fishing friend Marvin Elledge and so many special family and friends as well
A Celebration of Robert E. Collins Life will be held on September 27th 2025 @ 11am at the family farm: 18689 FM 471S, Natalia, TX. 78059. Just bring your favorite dish and favorite story of Robert.
In lieu of flowers please use it as a donation to be made in Robert E. Collins name to a charity for Wildlife Conservation or Cancer research please.
The stories and adventures of Robert E. Collins will continue to be told around campfires and homes for years to come. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Robert E. Collins (Popo)
