Ellen Dale Collins, 76, of Bryan, passed away Monday June 12, 2017. Her life will be celebrated with funeral services set for 9 a.m. Saturday, June 17, 2017 at Calvary Baptist Church in Bryan. Interment will follow at Martins Prairie Cemetery in Grimes County. Services are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral and Cremation Centers of Bryan College Station.
Ellen was born October 17, 1940 in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Danis and Bernice Young. As a resident of Bryan for over 50 years, she enjoyed taking day trips, tending to her plants and flowers. She also loved spending time outdoors and fishing.
She was preceded in death by her son, Duane Dean Coneley; and her parents.
Survivors include her loving husband of 35 years, Michael Collins; sons, Randy Coneley and wife Robin, Gary Coneley; brothers, Burt Young and wife Dee, Lindsey Young and wife Jo Ann; grandchildren, Robert Coneley, Natasha Coneley, Cameron Coneley, Richard Stowe, Natasha Hinton; and her sister-in-law, Eileen Kuvlesky.
Uncle Michael, thinking of you, sending you condolences, prayers and lots of love. You’re niece (Joan’s daughter) another red-headed Ellen
Thinking of you and the boys Michael. Wish I could be there with you guys but I’m not able to go at this time. Will be praying for peace in your heart at this loss. Mom also sends her love.
Michael, Randy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Ellen was a very sweet lady whom we loved working and visiting with. Your family will be in our prayers.
Thinking of you & the boys. Wish i could be there for you. My prayers are with all of you.
Uncle Mike, I am sorry for your loss of such a wonderful lady. May god be with you Gary and Randy. With all my love Andrew
This was such a shock to us. Ellen was a special gal and will be missed, even though we haven’t seen much of you all lately. Take care, Love to ALL of the family.