In Remembrance Of
Russell Collins
Russell Collins, 92, of North Kansas City, MO, formerly of Edgerton, MO passed away, April 15, 2024.
He was born on January 3, 1932 to William F. and Marion (Grogan) Collins in Higginsville, MO. Russell grew up in Higginsville where he attended school. He then served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
On December 1, 1953 he was united in marriage to Zora McKinney. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City where they made their home.
Russell was a member of the Edgerton Christian Church. He was also a member of the VFW.
He was a Fire Apparatus Operator for the Kansas City Fire Department for 34 years.
Russell was preceded in death by his parents; brother, William Collins; and sister, Beverly Cornelison.
He is survived by his wife, Zora, of the home; children, Susan (Terry) Burns, Mickey (Sherry) Collins; grandchildren, Michelle Collins, Halley Collins, Teagan (Jimmy) Slosson, and Kelsey Burns; great-granddaughter, Ava Belle; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service: 12:00 p.m. Monday, April 22nd at the Edgerton Christian Church in Edgerton, MO with visitation one hour prior to the service.
Burial: 12:00 p.m Tuesday, April 23rd at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO.
Donations may be made to the Edgerton Christian Church.
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Kate Rutkowski
To this whole family:
I am so sorry about the loss of Russell. I met him in 2021 and he continued to thrive, push himself and get the most out of life each day since then. What a generous servant (both in the military and firefighting world) to others. It was my pleasure to care for him and get to see all of you too. You are all so kind. I will miss our monthly visits. He was an absolute pleasure to provide care for.
Kate Rutkowski
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Clifford E Conklin
R.I.P. Russ. Did not know Russ, but it’s always hard to hear a brother FF passing. Thank you Russ for your service
to your country and the city of KC
Ed Maurin
Our deepest condolences from the Frank Gregory Family. Russ and Frank worked together for many years on P6.