Helen E. Collins 'Granny', age 86, of Tazewell TN, was born July 12, 1933 and passed away on May 2, 2020. She is survived by her sons Bruce Collins of New Tazewell and David Collins of Tazewell. Daughter Kathy Hayes of Tazewell. Several grandchildren. Brother Bill (Pat) Smith of Sneedville. As well as other family and friends. Helen is preceded in death by her husband Clarence Collins. Son Ronny Collins. Parents Lester and Mary Eva Smith. Sister Beulah Smith. Grandson Robbie Collins. Helen was a member of Cedar Flat Missionary Baptist Church and worked for the Claiborne County Board of education for 33 years.
A graveside service will be held Friday May 8th at 12 PM in the Wallen Family Cemetery.
Pallbearers: Sonny Robertson, Billy Smith, Rocky Manning, Bill Barnard, Elmer Posey, Ken Howerton and Jimmy Posey.