William Franklin "Woody" Collins

William Franklin "Woody" Collins, 78, of Cumming, GA died on May 22, 2011 at Northside Hospital Forsyth. Born in Wheatland, WY he was the son of the late Mervyn and Delores Collins. He is also predeceased by his daughter, Carol Collins; brother, Phillip Collins; and sisters, Joan Kunkle and June Lewis.

A veteran of the US Navy, Woody served aboard the USS Halfbeak. As an industrial engineer, he worked for Schlumberger and then established and owed Adtech Security.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Joan Collins of Cumming, GA; son, David (Kaye) Collins of Clayton, GA; daughter, Karen (Thomas) Mastrangelo of Cumming, GA; and much-loved grandchildren, Alex Collins, Christina Mastrangelo and Anna Mastrangelo.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Embracing Hospice House, 8013 Majors Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Condolences may be expressed on-line at www.mcdonaldandson.com.

Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home & Crematory, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886-9899