Barbara (Annan) Collins

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Our Mother, Our Nan, Barbara Collins. On April 10, 2024, her 67th Birthday, she slipped from this earth into the arms of her loving son, Steven Collins. We find comfort knowing she got the Birthday gift of a giant Bear Hug from Steve.

Barbara was born in Dundee, Scotland on April 10, 1957 to David Annan and Betty Elizabeth Hoy. She is the older sister to Donald Annan and Debbie Annan. Whom she took so much pride in helping raise at a very young age. She was a natural protector and Mothering came so easily to her. She attended school in Dundee and later went on to become a hair dresser.

She met Robert Collins and together they had two children, Steven and Gillian. Her children were the light and joy in her life. In 1982 Robert and Barb split up and she moved to the United States to be with her Mother and Step Father, Frank Jaramillo. She settled with her children and started a fresh beginning. She was always a warrior and resilient. She would stand tall and face any storm head on.

Barb often worked two or three jobs to provide for her kids and still managed to make them the center of her world. She raised the kids alone, but met many friends that helped care for all of us. She tried her best to make it to every sporting or school event to make sure the kids knew they had the best fan in the house. Steve used to get so embarrassed of her cheering and would often ask her to not cheer. But you couldn't have silenced her in cheering for her kids. Our friends loved her. She forged bonds so closely with so many of our friends that feel more like family. We even took in a few extra friends throughout difficult times in their lives that Mom welcomed and raised just as they were her own.

Barb was well known for working at Bud's, The Country Club, then Casa Rios. She made many friends with the people she met through Casa Rios. Most importantly her best friend, Tami Adams. They've maintained a bond long after Casa Rios has closed.

Barb was promoted to Nan (Grandma) in January of 2004 when Maddox was born. She radiated pure joy and happiness anytime she held him or spoke of him. Jagger joined in 2005, Fiona in 2007, Harlow in 2013, then later Jovee was added in and welcomed just as her own in 2018. She had such a unique bond with each one of them. Often having them over on Sunday's for soup. They loved Nan's house and her cooking.

Nothing brought her more joy than her grandkids. She was so proud watching them at their sporting events or school events. She was a quiet and reserved woman but she would never shy away from bragging about her grandkids. Any home event you could guarantee Nan would be there, (with her lucky blanket). The kids' friends all called her Nan as well. She had such a loving way about her and made everyone feel like family.

Nan's heart was shattered when Steve passed away in January of 2020. In her true form, she got up and kept moving forward with a broken heart. She missed him so dearly and still managed to keep his memory alive and tell funny stories to always keep his memory close to our hearts.

We will miss you, Nan. We know you found the love and peace you needed to heal your heart. Stay close to us.

Barb is survived by her daughter, Gill (Will) Oostveen, ex son in law, James Morton, ex Daughter in law Teah Gorski, Grandkids, Maddox, Jagger, Fiona, Harlow, and Jovee. Sister, Debbie (Robin) Annan, and Brother, Donald Annan. Cousins, Bonnie Collier, Jack Collier, and Kass Collier

She is preceded in death by her Mother, Father and son. As well as her Auntie Ann (Collier), and Uncle Jack (Collier).

Funeral services for Barbara will be held Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:00am at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home (410 North 800 West). Viewing and visitation for family and friends will be held Wednesday from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm and Thursday from 9:45am ~ 10:45am all at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. Following the funeral Barbara will be cremated per her wishes. Services under the direction of the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.

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