Jacquelyn "Jackie" Wells Collins

Mrs. Jacquelyn “Jackie” Wells Collins, 84, of Twin City, passed away at her home Tuesday, March 25, 2025 following an extended illness. 

Funeral services will be 11am Friday, March 28, 2025, in the Peebles-Curry Memorial Chapel, with Reverend John Durden officiating.

Interment will follow in Antioch Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Durden Hudson Funeral Directors on Thursday, March 27, 2025 from 5:30 pm until 7:30 p.m.

Pallbearers will be Donnie Wells, Mike Wells, Paul Williams, Don Watson, Dustin Durden, and Stevie Williams.

Mrs. Collins was born July 4, 1940, in Metter, Ga., to the late Raleigh Wells and Alma Moore Wells.  She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bobby Ray Collins; sisters, Julia Mae Morris, Sarah Wells; brothers, Toby Wells, Robert Wells, Pete Wells, Johnny Wells.

Jackie was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, known for her kind heart and unwavering love for her family.

Jackie found her greatest joy in family gatherings, cherishing time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. To most, she was lovingly known as “Nanny,” a name that reflected the warmth and care she shared with so many. She dedicated many years to running a daycare center, where she nurtured and cared for countless children, leaving a lasting impact on their lives.

Jackie had a passion for working in her yard, finding peace and happiness in tending to her flowers and gardens. Her faith was an important part of her life, and she was a devoted member of Hawhammock Baptist Church.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, but her legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to family will live on in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

Survivors include her sons, Ray Collins (Donna) of Metter, Ricky Collins (Patty) of Twin City; daughters, Lisa Chester (Chet) of Twin City, Sonyia Cannady of Rincon; sister, Martha Wiggins of Metter; 7 grandchildren, Brooks Collins (Medeana), Tabatha Guy (Jonathon), Candace Hill (Robert), Kayle Stanford (Zach), Pate Howell (Dewey), Ches Chester (Lindy), Brooke Cannady; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and many friends. 

Condolences may be submitted online at www.durden-hudsonfuneraldirectors.com

Durden Hudson Funeral Directors is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Jacquelyn “Jackie” Wells Collins, 84, of Twin City.

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