Samuel S. Collins, 91, of Rock Island, passed away Monday April 20, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family.

There will be no public service. A live-streamed visitation and service will begin at 10:00am Friday April 24, 2020 by visiting www.wheelanpressly.com/live-stream. Private burial will follow in Rock Island National Cemetery.

Memorials may be left to the Alzheimer's Association.

Samuel was born on June 10, 1928 in Chicago, the son of Issac and Cecila (Reynolds) Collins. He married Evelyn McGhee on August 3, 1959.

He retired from Rock Island Arsenal after 35 years as a quality specialist. Samuel was later employed at the former Franciscan Hospital and Jumers Casino as a security guard.

Mr. Collins had served as a Corporal in the Air Force during World War II.

Samuel had been a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rock Island and the Knights of Columbus. He loved spending time with his family, was a proud veteran and had enjoyed running track during his years at Augustana College.

Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; children, Keith Collins, AZ, Paul Collins, AZ, Lisa (Scott) Payton, Rock Island; grandchildren, Brooke (Josh) Spaulding, Sorrell (Megan) McKinley, Carrington (Grant) Miller, Deven Payton, Kaelem Payton, Paul (Creonna) Kolodzej-Collins, Phillepe Escorboza-Collins; great grandchildren, Dash Spaulding, Jaylen Miller, Logann Kolodzej-Collins, Anthony Salazar-Bazan, Paul Kolodzej-Collins Jr; brother, Ronald Taylor; special friends, Parrish and Cherrish Davis, Blanche Jackson, Mary Johnson and a host of nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank Beacon of Hope Hospice and Active Day.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Issac and Cecila; sister, Virginia and brother, Donald.

Online condolences may be left for the family at wheelanpressly.com.