ALMA J. COLLINS, was born on March 27, 1933 in Bullock County, Alabama. The third child born to the late Robert Lee and Addie Bell Simmons. She confessed Christ at an early age and became a member of Reeltown Baptist Church in Reeltown, Alabama. During her time in Alabama, she was united in holy matrimony to Harold Jaudon in 1951. To this union 4 children were born. In 1952, her daughter, Annie Jean, proceeded her in death. Later that year, she relocated to Dayton, Ohio. There she united with the First Church of God Southside under the leadership of Pastor V. Ward Johnson. She faithfully served in many capacities at Southside including the Usher Board, Choir, Trustee Board, Sunday School Teacher, Prayer Breakfast Chairperson, Van Driver and Kitchen Coordinator. During her fellowship, in 1982, she married Lawson Collins. She worked at Pantorium Cleaners and eventually became employed at Standard Register. She retired from there after 25 years of dedicated service. Alma leaves to cherish her memory: 3 sons, Rev. Eddie (Jackie) Jaudon, Gregory (Anna) Jaudon, and Michael Jaudon; 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren; 1 sister, Jean (Robert) Welch of Dayton and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2019 from 10-11 am in the New Vision Church of God, 1117 Home Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45402. A celebration of Alma’s life will begin at 11 am in the church with Pastor Ernest Brown Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in Dayton National Cemetery. The family is being served by the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME, Springfield.
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Previous Events
Visitation
10
Jan
1117 Home Ave.
Dayton, Ohio 45402
Celebration Of Life
10
Jan
1117 Home Ave.
Dayton, Ohio 45402
Cemetery Details
Location
4100 West Third Street
Dayton, OH 45427
