Ruthann Collins, 62, went home to be with the Lord on October 27, 2014.

She was a member of Calvary Apostolic Church. Ruthie was a talented artist in many artistic and creative mediums. Her greatest works of art were those she shared with her closest friends, family, and especially her grandchildren. She belonged to several creative guilds, including, Memory Makers, Dear Jane, Hands, KISS, and Cascade.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie & Betty and precious grandsons, Tyler and Cody Vance (Collins). Her legacy lives on with her beloved husband, Carl, of 44 years; children, Carla Collins, James R. Dolan IV, and Maggie (Brian) Collins-Harris; grandchildren, James R. Dolan V, Jacob R. Dolan, Molly Harris and Sullivan Harris; brothers, Charlie and Larry (Patty) Arp; sister, Linda (Cindy) Arp; aunt, Kate Rekettye; sisters-in-law, Patty Watson and Dena Moneypenny; nephew and niece, Ricky and Tana Watson; special friends, Anita Marrone and Sara Rosone; devoted soul sister, Becky Russell.

Calling hours will be Monday, November 3, 2014, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Calvary Apostolic Church, 2693 Nesbitt Ave., Akron, with a memorial service to follow at 6:30 p.m.