of Conway, AR
October 19, 1947 - July 12, 2025
Arthur ''Art'' Glenn Collins, Jr., 77, of Conway Arkansas was ushered home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2025. He was born to Arthur Glenn Collins, Sr. and Frances Eugenia Bowers Collins on October 19, 1947 in Lancaster, South Carolina.
Art was a faithful follower of Christ, a devoted husband of 47 years to his beloved wife Sheila and a loving father to his three children, Shannon, Blake and Holly. Arthur graduated from the University of South Carolina, with a major in business. His strong work ethic and skills were highlighted throughout his careers at UAMS, Entergy AR/Power & Light and Daniels Construction in materials management. He was passionate about various sports, especially baseball. His deep love for the sport led him to coaching and leading teams to value baseball as he did. Art's desire was to treat others with the love and heart of Christ. He was an early riser, ensuring he read his ''Daily Bread'' and spent time with God praying for others. He was a charter member of Trinity Methodist Church in Lancaster, South Carolina, The Gideons International and a member of Central Baptist Church of Conway, Arkansas. His life and legacy were well lived as a spiritual leader of his home and his commitment to following and leading others to the Lord.
Art is preceded in death by his wife, Sheila Collins; father, ''Glenn'' Collins; mother, Frances Collins and brother, Tommy Collins.
He is survived by his children, Shannon Collins of Pottsville, Arkansas, Blake Collins of Austin, Texas, Holly Beckwith of Conway, Arkansas and 3 grandchildren, Dawson, Tyler and Isaac Beckwith of Conway, Arkansas.
A memorial service will be held at Central Baptist Church, 3333 Dave Ward Drive, Conway, Arkansas on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:30pm with Bro. Don Chandler and Bro. Darrell Spigner officiating. Family and friends are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Art Collins, can be made to The Gideons International (sendtheword.org) or Conway Central Baptist Church (www.conwaycentralchurch.org/give).
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19 Condolence(s)
Linda Wallace Caesar
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I knew Art in his younger days. (Lancaster)
Betty Jo Anderson
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
So sorry y'all had so much sorrow on you in a short time and we couldn't be with you to share the hurting. Holly I will still look forward to those Christmas cards. Art and Dianne were the cousins that were so close and enjoyed life together. May God strengthen all of you as you remember all the good times you had together. Lovingly, Betty Jo and Family
Janice Caskey Dabney
Sunday, July 20, 2025
So sorry for your loss but you have some wonderful memories of your dad that will be with you forever and I am sure he Influenced your lives in a very positive way.
Janet & Darrell Plyler
Sunday, July 20, 2025
Our deepest sympathies to the Collins family in the passing of Art and your mother, Shelia. Art and I (Janet) were in the same class of '65 and knew each other through his home church of Trinity Methodist. He was always so kind to everyone. He also played sports with my husband (Darrell) in Art's freshman year. Art will be missed by many.
Wayne Barker
Saturday, July 19, 2025
I tracked Art down a little while ago and had a lengthy remembrance of our high school days and afterwards. We discussed our faith, families, working at the ice plant one summer for 5 cents a bag. We got rich!! Lol. Great friend and teammate all through school. Enjoyed visiting Sonny Bowers Dodge when he was service manager there.
So very sorry for the loss of your Dad and your mother Sheila. Please know South Carolina loves you all and are praying for you all.
Eric and Freida Cauthen
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Art was a great guy and a great friend all through school and for years after. Eric played football with him in high school and had some wonderful times. This is a beautiful tribute to your dad and to his deep faith. We are deeply sorry for his loss and for the loss of your mother. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you all His Comfort and Peace now and in the days ahead.
Julian and Geneva Galloway
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Geneva and I wanted to offer to Art's family our deepest condolences in the passing of Art. I was a classmate of Art's at Lancaster Senior High School, class of '65. May God's special grace be real to all of you today and the days to come.
Sissy Killen Hunter
Saturday, July 19, 2025
I remember Art Collins from our time at Lancaster Senior High School. Art had many friends and he was always considerate of others. Prayers for Art’s family and friends and all who loved him. It was a Blessing to have know him.
Gil and Nancy Small
Saturday, July 19, 2025
The family of Art and Sheila are in our prayers. Y’all will miss Art and Sheila. Art and Nancy and I go way back and have a lot of good memories growing up. I also love baseball. Great sport. Y’all we’re blessed to have wonderful parents/ grandparents.
Nancy Crolley
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Keeping all of the family in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace.
Dallas and Sharyn Petty
Friday, July 18, 2025
Linda Watts
Friday, July 18, 2025
A beautiful tribute. May all of you know and feel prayers being lifted.
Sympathy and hugs now and in the coming days.
David Jeffers
Friday, July 18, 2025
Holly
Your Dad and mom were very faithful members of my Lifegroup at First Baptist.
I celebrate with you that they are whole, healed, free from this world’s grasp and with their savior.
They were faithful servants of Jesus.
Thankful for my memories with them.
Prayers for you and your family.
Charlotte Curtid
Friday, July 18, 2025
Holly, I am glad to have known your mom and dad from the first time I attended lifegroup class at Central Baptist. Very fine, faithful couple. May God give you strength as you deal with two losses at once and all the decisions that have to be made. God will be there for and with you.
Nora Baltz
Friday, July 18, 2025
Prayers for peace and comfort! Your loving parents are together in Heaven watching over you now! Hugs dear friend!
Karen Wilson
Friday, July 18, 2025
Holly
The tribute to Art is perfect ! He was so nice to everyone. A gentle spirit that both your parents passed on to you, and now your sweet boys. Loved hearing his Southern accent :))
After watching them endure pain and suffering the past few years , it is comforting to KNOW they are whole again. Prayers for your family and Blake in the days ahead.
Debbie Elder
Friday, July 18, 2025
Holly, I cannot imagine the pain you’ve had these past months. I’m so grateful your parents were devoted christians and are in heaven with Jesus. What a celebration! ♥️
Kathy Love
Friday, July 18, 2025
Holly, praying for you and your family as you walk through this difficult time! I loved reading your dad’s tribute! I know you had great parents because of the person you are! Your life is and will continue to be a lasting legacy to your mom and dad…and continuing on to your children and thru generations to come… praise His holy name…God is so good…
Tina and Rick Edens
Friday, July 18, 2025
Art was a kind and gentle man. A friend to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. Praying for his family.