Robert "Bob" Eugene Collins, Jr. 68, of Fenton, MO departed this life on December 6, 2024. Bob was born in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri on February 14, 1956, to Robert Eugene Collins, Sr and Una Nadine Cochran, nee Farris.

Bob is survived by his wife, Dawn Collins, nee Bentrup; daughter, Amanda (Scott) Gerber; sons Ryan Evans, Jacob Evans, Bradley Evans, and Phillip (Beth) Evans; his grandchildren Hannah and Theodore Gerber, Bradley (Ashlee) Evans, Angela Evans, and Olivia Evans; by one great grandchild Annalee Evans; by his mother Una Nadine Cochran nee Farris; many  brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Bob is proceeded in death by his father Robert Eugene Collins Sr., his stepfather, Larry Cochran, and two brothers James and John Collins.

Bob spent some time in the Air Force in his early years. Bob was in construction management and recently retired as a contractor from SMM. His favorite thing to do was spend time with his family, especially those grandchildren. You could catch him on a swing, telling a funny story or just cuddling. He enjoyed going to St. Louis Blues games, Cardinals games and concerts. Whenever possible, Bob would get away to camp, fish, and hunt.

Bob will be remembered as a kind and loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great grandfather, son,
brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and treasured friend. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved him.

Graveside services and a celebration of life will be at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.