Obituary of Robert Dean Collins

ROBERT DEAN COLLINS Robert Dean Collins, age 78, passed away August 30, 2010 in Vancouver, WA. He was born September 3, 1931 in Garland, OK and moved to Vancouver where he graduated from Union High School in 1950. He joined the Navy and became a SeaBee. After his service he returned to Clark County and went to work at Crown Zellerbach paper mill where he worked for some 40 years as a pipefitter. He and his wife, Maxine, made their home on Mt. Norway for 40 years. He enjoyed horses and was a member of the NW American Indian Club and the Twin City Saddle Club. Family was always first to Robert. He is survived by his children, Tere Gustafson of Vancouver, Kim & Debra Collins of Washougal, Kevin Collins of Burlington, WA, Tracy & Rob Robertson of Clayton, CA and Kyle Collins of Portland; brother, Larry Collins of Washougal; sister, Karen Linge of Vancouver; 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. A celebration of his life and reception will be held on Saturday, September 11, at 3pm at the A.W.P.P.W Hall at 514 NE Dallas in Camas. Arrangements were under the direction of Straub's Funeral Home & Columbia River Cremation in Camas. To send condolences or to sign the online guestbook visit www.straubsfuneralhome.com.