Ralph Collins

CUYAHOGA FALLS -Ralph N. Collins, 69, died unexpectedly August 15, 2009 after a short illness. Mr. Collins was born in Springfield Twp. and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls for over 50 years. He retired as a landscaper for R. B. Stout in 2004 and had served with the U. S. Army.

Preceded in death by his wife, Florence B. he is survived by his daughters, Renee Duke, Jodie (Jim) Litz, Chrystal (Jim) Santa Maria and Wendy (Jeff) Hale; sons, Jerry Collins and Kelly (Teri) Collins; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and sister, Shirley Tracy.

There will be no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be conducted at 6:00 pm Thursday in The Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home 1930 Front St. Cuyahoga Falls, Pastor Mark Hadinger officiating. In lieu of other remembrances, memorials may be made to the American Heart Assoc. 15120 Collections Center Dr. Chicago, IL 60693.

Clifford-Shoemaker,330-928-2147