Melinda A. Collins

Published 12:00 am Saturday, January 20, 2024

JEANERETTE—A Mass of Christian burial will be conducted for Melinda A. Collins, 68, at 2 p.m. on Monday, January 22, 2024, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church with Fr. Alexander Albert as celebrant. Entombment will follow at St. John the Evangelist Mausoleum.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of the service at 2 p.m. on Monday, January 22, 2024. A Rosary will be prayed at 12:30 p.m. in the funeral home.

A native and resident of Jeanerette, Melinda A. Collins passed away at 12:55 a.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at her residence in Jeanerette.

Melinda is a woman whose heart is as vast and untamed as the wilderness she so deeply cherished. Melinda’s life was a testament to her profound love for the outdoors, and alongside the love of her life Englove Collins Jr., she embarked on countless adventures immersed in nature’s beauty. Their shared passion for camping, hunting, fishing, shrimping and crabbing wove a tapestry of memories that will forever linger in the hearts of those who knew them. Melinda and Englove’s bond with the great outdoors was not only a reflection of their shared interests but a testament to the enduring strength of their love. She never would turn anyone away who was in need. She always had an open door to anyone. 

Beyond her love for the wilderness, Melinda found immense joy in being a devoted mother to her three sons. Her nurturing spirit extended to her role as a grandmother, where she took great delight in spoiling her grandchildren with affection and warmth. Melinda’s legacy is one of love, laughter and the indelible mark she left on the lives of her family. As we bid farewell to a remarkable woman, we hold onto the memories of a life well-lived and the enduring love that radiated from her, encompassing both the vast outdoors and the cherished moments spent with family.

Melinda is survived by her husband Englove Collins Jr.; her son Justin Collins and his wife Katelyn; two grandsons, Ayden Collins and Colton Collins; and one granddaughter, Aubrey Collins; siblings Susan Cole and husband Travis, Arlene Boutte and Brad Migues.

She was preceded in death by her two sons, Joshua Collins and Shaun Collins; parents Relius and Adeline Rome Migues.

Honored to serve as pallbearers are Ayden Collins, Chris Migues, Chuck Migues, David Moresi Jr., Shelton Boutte Jr., Christopher Collins, Danny Migues and Mitchell Migues.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Acadiana for the support and kindness they shared with Melinda and her family.

Family and friends may sign the guest register book and/or send condolences at www.davidfuneralhome.org. 

David Funeral Home of Jeanerette, 400 Provost St., 337-276-5151, is in charge of the arrangements.