Timothy Ralph Collins

Viola, TN resident and Michigan native Timothy Ralph Collins, age 63, was born March 4, 1961 and died August 7, 2024 at St. Thomas River Park Hospital in McMinnville following an extended illness. 

A United States Marine Corps veteran and member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late William Henry and Christy Norman Collins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by daughter, Anzara Chandalara Nicole Collins; sister, Anita Collins and brother, Steven Dale Collins. 

He was married to Tabitha Lynne Hill of Viola, TN on October 10, 1990. In addition to his wife, Mr. Collins is survived by children, Thomas Nathaniel Michael Collins of Grundy County, TN, Joshua Lyn Christopher Collins of Viola, TN and Michael Lee Andrew Star Collins of Rock Island, TN; grandchild, Braylee Aquamarine Michelle Star Collins; brothers, Bill Collins and Jerry (Cathy) Collins and four nephews and three nieces. 

Mr. Collins was cremated. Graveside service and inurnment will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Viola Cemetery. No service or visitation will be held at High’s.

Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com.

High Funeral Home and High’s Cremations, Inc. are in charge of arrangements.