Ford & Joseph Funeral Home | Opelousas, LA

Obituary For Barbara Ann Collins

OPELOUSAS – A private gathering to celebrate the life of Mrs. Barbara Collins, 74, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, November 09, 2023, at her residence in Opelousas, LA, will be held among family and friends.

Mrs. Collins is survived by her two sons, Turq Daniels of Kennesaw, GA, and Eric (Johanna) Collins of Opelousas, LA; one brother, Michael Taylor of San Diego, CA; and one sister, Judy Taylor of Dallas, TX. Cherishing her memory are six grandchildren: Kyrin, Destinee, Kaleb, Khobi, Carson, and Parker, along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Mrs. Collins is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Collins; her parents, Alcide Daniels, Sr. and Octavia Pitre Daniels; one brother, Alcide Daniels, Jr.; and two sisters, Joyce Charles, and Clara Harrison.

The family expresses sincere gratitude to Gail Hammond (niece), Lori Williams (friend), Gail Young (cousin) and Larry Andrus (neighbor).

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.

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My love and heartfelt sympathy to Judy and Michael. We were neighbors growing up and spent a lot of time together. Your family always had a warm place on my heart. Love you Eleanor (Jean) Clark Donatto

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Please accept my sincere condolences. Charles Jagneaux

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To the Turq and family May god bring you strength and peace. I know you will miss her but she is always with you because she she is apart of you. Blessings Brian and Vicky

- Brian Odum

Turq and Eric both of you have my deepest sympathy. Keep GOD in everything you do and He will ease your pain. Love ya'll as though y'all were my nephews. Aunt Sonya Gauthier Robertson

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Turq and family, I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved mother. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May cherished memories bring you comfort, and may the love that surrounds you provide strength. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Tracy D. Williams

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Our thoughts and prayers are with Turq Daniels and your family. - Your Georgia Tech Work Family

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With Deepest Sympathy from The Gauthier Family

- Spencer Gauthier

Thanks for everything you've done for me! Love ya beyond words -Spencer Gauthier

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Sending you and your family thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. With Love, Fred & Renea Ford

- Renea Landry-Ford

Thanks for everything you've done for me! Love ya beyond words.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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