February 1, 1941 - February 24, 2024
Gloria (Willkomm) Collins, born on February 1, 1941, in West Bend, Wisconsin, left this world peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on February 24, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, leaving a legacy of love and genuine connections.
Gloria moved to Ohio with her husband, Michael during his Air Force service. Professionally, she sold houses in Central Ohio for over 40 years. In her retirement, she achieved one of her life goals by opening Sunshine Antiques on the Sunbury Square. She radiated spunk, always wore a smile, never knew a stranger, and held a deep faith that guided her throughout life. Gloria was a true animal lover. Many in the neighborhood recall her on the front porch, feeding local cats and enjoying the sounds of the birds. In her downtime, she found joy in solving crossword puzzles and painting. Gloria's legacy is one of love, laughter, and a zest for life that touched everyone she knew.
She and Michael, who first crossed paths in Kindergarten, shared 62 years of loving marriage. She was a mother to Nancy (Dale), David, Susan, and Mathew, grandmother to Mindy (Justin), Whitney, and Mikey, great-grandmother to Emma and Claire, and sister to Marion and Nancy (Ward). Gloria is now reunited in Heaven with her cherished infant daughter, Susan.
A special thank you to the staff at OhioHealth Hospice Care for providing comfort and love in the last chapter of Glorias life.
The family suggests donations to the Tunnel to Tower Foundation (https://t2t.org/). Gloria's intelligence, love, and appreciation for life's simple pleasures will be remembered and missed by all who knew her. May she rest in peace.