Betty Kay Collins, 71, of Lincoln, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Lincoln, Arkansas.
Born on September 14, 1954, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Kay was the daughter of Gilbert and Betty Copeland. She lived a life centered on family, friendship, and simple joys, touching the hearts of all who knew her.
Kay was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tommy Collins, and her parents, Gilbert and Betty Copeland.
She is survived by her three children: David Collins and wife Jessica of Winslow, Arkansas; Rusty Collins and wife Charity of Lincoln, Arkansas; and Tonya Benton and husband Tommy of Lincoln, Arkansas. She also leaves behind six cherished grandchildren: Dakota Benton, Delaynie Collins, Carter Collins, Ella Collins, Emma Collins, and Eva Collins; one treasured great-grandchild, Tuff; and two brothers, Don Copeland of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, and Danny Copeland and wife Eva of Wagoner, Oklahoma.
Kay found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. She loved working in her garden, watching birds from her yard, attending auctions in search of hidden treasures, and spending time at the flower shop visiting with friends and neighbors. Above all, she treasured the time spent with her family, especially her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. Her warm smile, kind heart, and gift for conversation will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Kay’s memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, who will forever cherish the love, laughter, and kindness she shared throughout