of Little Rock, AR

November 10, 1977 - September 24, 2025

Deidre Denise Collins, 47, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. She was born on November 10, 1977, in Benton, Arkansas, to Dwight Paul Hunter and Anita Margaret Greenabaum Hunter.

Deidre dedicated her life to caring for others, working many years as a certified nurse's assistant, while also finding joy in her role as a homemaker. She was of the Christian faith and will be remembered for her lively spirit, her love of playing pool, her enthusiasm for cheering on the Arkansas Razorbacks, and the friendships she nurtured both in person and through social media. A proud graduate of North Little Rock High School, she carried her warmth and energy with her throughout life.

She is survived by her loving husband, Kenneth Collins of the home; her parents, Dwight and Anita Hunter; her son, Ganem Kassees of the home; two daughters, Somer Goldie (Billy Cooper) of Bauxite and Téa Wright of Searcy; and three cherished grandchildren, Cooper, Charlie, and Cass Mejia. Deidre also leaves behind four brothers, Keith Hunter (Kasey) of East End, Dwight Naamon Hunter, Abe Kassees, and Ronald Greer, Jr.; two sisters, Sheila Cartmell (Eric) and Debbie Rodriguez, both of California; her niece, Alivia Hunter; her nephew, Lane Hunter; as well as a host of extended family and dear friends who will miss her greatly.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Rev. Norris and Margaret Doddridge; her paternal grandparents, Dwight Moody and Hazel Hunter; and two brothers, Abe Kassees and Jon Greer.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home in Benton. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel, with Bro. Mike Doddridge officiating.

Arrangements are entrusted to Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Road, Benton, Arkansas 72015.

 

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