Obituary for Mr. John Albert Collins

Mr. John Albert Collins, of Simpsonville, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on May 6, 1956, in Henderson County, North Carolina, a beloved son of the late Harmon Jenkins Jr. and Mary Louise Sitton.

He leaves to cherish his memory five devoted children: Marlon Harrison of Asheville, North Carolina; Sierra Collins of Simpsonville, South Carolina; Jon Collins of Charleston, South Carolina; Bennie Wilson-Watts of Simpsonville, South Carolina; and Brandi Wilson-Hawthorne of Loganville, Georgia.

He is also survived by his loving siblings: Jeanette Newborn of Orlando, Florida; James Collins of Hendersonville, North Carolina; Minister Harold Collins of Spartanburg, South Carolina; John Edward of Camden, South Carolina; Jason Jenkins of Huntersville, North Carolina; Harmon Jenkins III of Bishopville, South Carolina; Charles Collins of Hendersonville, North Carolina; Anjenetta Collington of Hendersonville, North Carolina; and Stephanie Collins of Hendersonville, North Carolina.

Mr. Collins will be dearly missed by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will continue to celebrate his life and cherish his memory.

Public Viewing:

Monday, October 27, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Beasley Funeral Home – Greenville Chapel

Funeral Service:

Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 12:00 Noon

Beasley Funeral Home Chapel, Greenville, South Carolina

Interment:

M.J. "Dolly" Cooper Veterans Cemetery, Anderson, South Carolina

Professional Services Entrusted to:

Beasley Funeral Home, Greenville, South Carolina