Thomas Jefferson

Collins

Thomas Jefferson Collins, age 57, passed away after a lengthy illness on May 12, 2023 at his residence in Boston, GA with his parents at his side.

A service of remembrance for Mr. Collins will be held on Monday, May 15 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home in Thomasville with visitation one hour before the service.  A long-time family friend, the Reverend Mike Everson, will officiate followed by interment in the Boston Cemetery.

Mr. Collins was born in Valdosta GA on October 28, 1965 to Robert Jackson Collins and Daphne Faircloth Collins and lived most of his life in Thomas County.  He attended Thomas County schools and graduated from Thomas County Central High School, Class of 1984.  He furthered his education at Tallahassee Community College where he was a member of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity.  He received specialized training at Southern Regional Technical College in Thomasville.

At the time of his death, he was employed with the State of Florida, Department of Building Maintenance in Tallahassee.

Jeff loved the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, camping, riding his motorcycle, and supporting his children in their sports.  At home he enjoyed watching sports, reading, and grilling and cooking for his family.

Memorials may be made to the "Pray for Rhea" fund at Thomasville National Bank.

Arrangements by Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home

10451 Highway 84 East

Thomasville, GA 31757