Walton - Marshall "Denny" Collins, 80, of Walton, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital in Kokomo.

He was born on Sept. 12, 1942, in Logansport, to Marshall and Dorothy (Knight) Collins.

Denny served his country in the United States Army. He worked as a Barber for over 60 years in Logansport, Kokomo, Walton, Young America, Galveston and Peru. He also retired from Delco Electronics with over 30 years' service. He was a member of Onward Christian Church, the American Paint Horse Association, the American Quarter Horse Association, the American Miniature Horse Association, the American Kennel Club, UAW Local #292 and the International Barber's Association. He loved animals, especially raising horses, dogs and all kinds of animals. He enjoyed nature, riding his horses and spending time with his grandkids. He was a huge supporter of Lewis Cass Athletics in Walton and an avid IU basketball fan.

Surviving family include his sons, Michael (Katherine) Collins and Matthew (Christine) Collins of Walton. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Olivia Collins, Dixon (fiancée Baileigh Richie) Collins and Cooper Collins; and one very special great-grandson, Tucker Collins, who was born the day Denny went to Heaven. One brother also survives, Dave (Elaine) Collins of Logansport.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and an infant sister, Debbie.

Visitation will be held Sunday, May 28, 2023, from noon until 4 p.m. at Onward Christian Church, 21 Oak St., in Onward. Funeral services will follow immediately after visitation at 4 p.m., with Pastor Rod Mason officiating. Burial will follow in the Walton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Lewis Cass Athletic Fund in Denny's memory. Murray Weaver Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangments, www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com.