Gloria Jane Collins

Gloria Jane Collins, 79, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025 at her residence.

She was born November 27, 1945 in Pound, VA to Novella Powers and was raised by her grandparents, Rufus and Oshie Mullins.

Gloria worked in manufacturing for Williams Industries for many years before retiring.  She was a former member of Victory Fellowship Church of God.  She was also a member of the Alan Jackson fan club.  She had a love for his music and enjoyed many of his concerts at different venues through the years.  Gloria also enjoyed shopping any chance she could get out and go.  She had a deep rooted love for her family, especially making memories and sharing stories with her grandchildren.

She married Troy Allen "Johnny" Collins on May 18, 1963 and he preceded her in death on July 19, 2023. They shared 60 loving years of marriage.

She is survived by her daughter, Marlene Hauk; her grandchildren, Stacia Winkler, Colt (wife, Emily) Mullins, Britta (husband, Nick) Pierce, Chrissi (husband, Josh) Ronan, Tiffany (husband, Luke) Walker and Olivia (husband, Drew) Long; several great-grandchildren; her sisters, Trevia Powers, Peggy Dean-Branham and Kay Sturgill; her brother, Larry Mullins.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her son, John F. Collins her parents; her granddaughter, Candice Gilles; her sisters, Evelyn Branham, Belvey Shortt, Edel Mullins, Janet Mullins and Joyce Stanley; her brothers, Roddy Powers, Phillip Shortt, Virgil Mullins and Joe Mullins.

Visitation will be Monday, February 3, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Jose Rivera officiating.

Burial will be in Miller Cemetery at a later date.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Gloria's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.