Jacquelyn “Jackie” Collins, 84

Mrs. Jacquelyn “Jackie” Wells Collins, 84, of Twin City, passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Friday, March 28, at 11 a.m. in the Peebles-Curry Memorial Chapel with Reverend John Durden officiating. Interment followed in Antioch Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Family received friends Thursday, March 27, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Durden Hudson Funeral Directors

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

Mrs. Collins was born July 4, 1940, in Metter, to the late Raleigh Wells and Alma Moore Wells. She 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. Jackie dedicated many years to running a daycare center, where she nurtured and cared for countless children, leaving a lasting impact on their lives. She had a passion for working in her yard, finding peace and happiness in tending to her flowers and gardens. Jackie’s 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. Mrs. Collins is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bobby Ray Collins; sisters, Julia Mae Morris and Sarah Wells; brothers, Toby Wells, Robert Wells, Pete Wells and Johnny Wells.

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

Durden Hudson Funeral Directors was in charge of arrangements.