of Conway, AR
March 27, 1954 - July 8, 2025
Sheila Ann Collins, 71, of Conway Arkansas was called home to be with the Lord on July 8, 2025. She was born on March 27, 1954 in Batesville, Arkansas to Tommie Max Saffell and Mildred Jo Lewis Crabtree.
Sheila was a devoted mother and wife of 47 years to her beloved husband ''Art''. She cherished time with her family, friends and grandchildren, often using her passion for cooking to host and be hospitable to everyone who entered her home. Sheila found solace in shopping at flea markets and never passed up an opportunity to check out a good yard sale. Her love for the Lord, flowers of every kind, crafting and trying out new skills showcased her beautiful heart and life. Sheila was a member of Central Baptist Church of Conway Arkansas. She leaves a legacy of commitment and dedication to following and leading others to Christ for her family.
Sheila is preceded in death by her father, Tommie Saffell; brother, ''Sam'' Saffell and sister, Candace Saffell.
Sheila is survived by her husband, Arthur ''Art'' Glenn Collins, Jr; Children, Shannon Collins of Pottsville, Arkansas, Blake Collins of Austin, Texas, Holly Beckwith of Conway, Arkansas; her mother, Jo Crabtree and sisters, Gwen Edley and Marla Davis of Batesville, Arkansas and 3 grandchildren, Dawson, Tyler and Isaac Beckwith of Conway, Arkansas.
A graveside service will be held at Saffell Family Cemetery (behind Saffell Fire Department - 369 Highway 25, Saffell, AR) on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:30am with Dr. Ben South officiating. Family and friends are welcome.
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11 Condolence(s)
Betty Jo Anderson
Monday, July 14, 2025
I am thankful you have so many friends to support y'all during this sad time. Glad Becky and Bridgett were able to share this grief with you. May the love of God grant you peace, the love of friends bring you comfort, and the love of you dear one live forever in your heart.
Donna McSpadden
Sunday, July 13, 2025
May you find comfort in the love of family and friends.
Nora Baltz
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Prayers for peace and condolences on the loss of your mom. Hugs dear friend!
Janice Bufford Alaniz
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Praying for you and the family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Sheila. I graduated from High School with her.
Wade & Brenna Gay
Friday, July 11, 2025
Praying for the Collins Family, as You Celebrate Sheila's life. The pain of losing a Loved One is So Hard, but Her Memories will be Forever
Katrina Rowe Fudge
Friday, July 11, 2025
So sad to hear about Sheila's passing. Praying you will find peace in knowing she is with the Lord. Praying for the family.
Gaye Yates
Friday, July 11, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Karen Wilson
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Holly , Blake & Art:
My prayers are with you this weeks & days ahead. Shelia was a very '' special ''
Friend to me since the late 1980's. No matter how long we might be apart .. when we spoke or visited, we just picked up where we left off, laughing & telling stories & just being '' girls''
I admired her love & devotion to each family member. Shelia was a wise woman and never spoke unkind words about any one. I know she loved her church family in Ruslv , Cabot , Conway & other places she lived.
Her 3 grandsons were the icing on The cake 🎂… she did her best to stay in the boundaries of Holly's routine and
Enjoyed reading books & playing games & listening to their stories.
I'm glad she is not suffering from multiple health problems that appeared the last few years. We did break a diabetic rule the last time we were together … I said '' Shelia , let's sneak off to Sonic .. she said , I'm ready!
We both just laughed & away we went.
But she did say '' now if we see a garage sale , let's stop'' I said , '' my car is programmed to do just that !''
So very very glad Art moved his family to Ruslv to work at ANO .. lifetime friends & will be till the Lord comes
Love & prayers
Karen & Bobby Wilson
Carolyn and Russ Lacy
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Dear Art. Holly,Shannon, Blake and all of the rest of the family. We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, mom, and grandmother, Sheila was so special to me such a kind and gentle soul she has, she will certainly be missed by me! I had hoped that I would be able to visit with her when we were in the area but time got by and we don't drive at night if we can help it. I'm sorry to say that we won't be able to make it to the service since we don't drive very far from home. Russ said he would sure have like to see you Art. May God bless you all and comfort you in the days ahead. She was such a wonderful friend and we loved her. Take care and rest in the knowledge that she is with our Lord today. Carolyn and Russ Lacy
Cathy, Glenn. Chad, Brian, Jen and XaXa Edwards
Thursday, July 10, 2025
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY. 🙏❤️🙏❤️
Ken Prince Family
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Collin's family.