Ronald Carlyle Collins 79, of Auburn passed away on Wednesday March 25, 2026 at his residence. He was born October 2, 1946 in Chandlers to the late Lee Roy Collins & Birdie Collins. He is also preceded in death by 10 siblings.
Ronald is survived by his wife, Renate Greenrich Collins; his daughters, Angie Miller (Kevin) and Pam Pollard, all of Russellville, and Kristi Hanley (Brandon) of Portland; his sister, Marie Collins of Chandlers; his brother, Gene Collins of Russellville; his grandchildren, Amber, Kyle, Seth, Torrie, Lauren, Bella, Collin and Deakon, his great grandchildren, Deelan, Lincoln, Emmett, Briley, Callahan, Kierra, Landon, Jayden, Foster, and Many; and his nieces and nephews.
Ronald was of the Baptist faith, drove a truck for his career, and loved his family. He also was an Army Veteran and loved his country. He was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W., and the VA.
Visitation will be on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the chapel of Kirby Funeral Services Russellville with Brother Calvin Bond officiating services at 1 p.m. with burial to follow in Auburn Cemetery with full Military Honors.
Pallbearers will be Kyle Holland, Tyler Whitney, Seth Carver, Jacob Wood, Kevin Miller, and Brandon Hanley.
Online condolences can be made at www.kirbyfuneralservices.com