Catherine Collins

Born on September 1, 1952, in Talladega, Alabama, to parents Oscar James Dothard and Genny Nell McCluney Dothard, Catherine "Cat" Dothard Collins brought boundless joy and love to all those who were fortunate enough to know her. Filled with kindness and compassion, she touched the lives of many through her unwavering generosity and warmth. She lived her life as a permanent resident in the Lincoln community. Catherine began her spiritual journey at a young age accepting Christ as her Lord and personal savior while attending St. Mark Church of God in Christ in Lincoln, Alabama. Through her unwavering faith and service at St. Mark Church of God in Christ, Catherine's spiritual light shone brightly. She received her formal education in the Talladega County School System where she attended school in the Lincoln area. In her younger years, she began to build her legacy. Although she was known for her generosity and compassion for family and loved ones, she pleasantly extended tenderness in abundance to everyone. Catherine was a freehearted family-oriented woman who was loved by all who met her, and she gave the same love in return. Catherine's journey on this earth was one of dedication and love, exemplified by her role as a devoted cook at the Hickory Pit restaurant, where her passion for preparing delicious meals shone brightly. Her love for gardening and nurturing her plants reflected her nurturing nature and green thumb. As a loving wife and mother, she guided her family with love and positivity by showing deep compassion and kindness on a daily basis. Catherine served as a great role model by illustrating her passions, relationships, and values. Her legacy paints a vivid expression of her character and gratitude for life. Moreover, it beautifully captures Catherine's love for family showcasing the profound impact she has left on their lives. She spent her final months in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving and caring family. Our dearest Catherine departed from this earthly realm on July 11, 2024 while under the care of Affinity Hospice and her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Gennie Dothard, son, Cedric Dothard, two brothers, Rickey Dothard and Lee Ernest Dothard, and four sisters, Bobbie Nell Stockdale, Mary Ann Dothard, Rosa Mae Collins, and Vada McCluney. A cornerstone of her family, Catherine's legacy will forever be etched in the hearts of her loved ones, her devoted husband, of 56 years, Raymond Collins, four devoted children, Ellis Lee (Eva) Collins, Surina Sanders, Jeremy Wayne (Tammy) Collins, and Veronica Ann (Leon) Smith. Catherine will be dearly missed by her four brothers, James Dothard, Willie Dothard, Michael (Selena) Dothard, and Elder Oscar O. (Andora) Dothard; three sisters, Virginia Carodine, Tina Dothard, and Roberta Esters; loving grandchildren, Brintoria Collins, DeAnthony Collins, Jeremy Turner, Sulina Jones, Whitney Collins, Valencia Baker, Valraina Baker, Joshua Collins, Sanaa Dothard, Kye Dothard, and Seleah Dothard; great-grandchildren, Dayonnah Collins, Morgan Goode, Karson Curry, Christyn Zapata, Kaison Curry, Braydon Stockdale, Kali Lipscomb, Torrance Stockdale, Katalaya Jones; special granddaughter, Amber Jones; and a wide circle of relatives and friends whose life she enriched with her presence. Catherine will forever be remembered as a kindhearted devoted inspiration who illuminated the lives of those blessed to know her. Her spirit will live on through the memories she created and the love she shared. Though she may no longer be physically present, her legacy she left on our hearts will endure for generations to come. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest in Heaven with eternal love! We will miss you forever.

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Catherine Collins

September 1, 1952 - July 11, 2024