WANDA RAY COLLINS
August 6, 1947 ~ April 25, 2024
Wanda R. Collins, 76, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024, in San Antonio, TX. She was surrounded by family.
She was born August 6,1947 in Beaumont, TX to Fleming Sr. and Lillian Phillips. She was the 4th of 6 children.
She attended Charlton Pollard High School in Beaumont, TX, and graduated in 1965. She was a proud Bulldog. She attended Lamar University in Beaumont, TX, studying education.
On June 14, 1968, she married Darnell Collins of Beaumont, TX. They remained devoted until her passing. During their union together, they were blessed with one child, Heather. Darnell’s career took them to many parts of the United States before settling down in San Antonio, TX in 1984.
Wanda began substitute teaching in the Judson Independent School District. She became a paraprofessional in Special Education at Kirby Elementary, now Hopkins Elementary. She retired after 30 years with the district, and she truly loved what she did. She made many lifelong friends and made an impact on many students.
She loved to dance and loved music, especially jazz. She was an avid Dallas Cowboys Fan, San Antonio Spurs Fan and loved to attend Judson High School football games.
She is preceded in death by her father, Fleming, Sr. her mother, Lillian Phillips, her brothers Fleming “Sonny” Phillps, Jr. and Jimmie “Mickey” Phillips, Sr.
Wanda is survived by and was Wife to Darnell Collins; Mom to Heather Dixson (Derreck); Gram to Torian Massey (Selya), Bria Dixson, and Jada Dixson; and Great-Gram to Petra Massey. She leaves three sisters, Rosetta Thompson, Bernice Standifer, and Bobbie LaSaint; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, and her beloved dog, Tillie.
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Interment: May 20, 2024 11:30 am - August 26, 2025 2:30 pm
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Wanda my heart is saddened by your loss. You were truly a remarkable woman and such a joy to work with. You were always so friendly and full of life. You brought such joy and happiness to the work place. Prayers for your family and everyone who knew and loved you. May the lord bring them peace and comfort in the coming days.
A dear friend whom I have always admired. We attended high school together and I have such good memories of those days. Your stay has made the world a better place. Rest in peace my friend..ðŸ™ðŸ½ðŸŒ¹
Wanda was one of my dearest and best friends for over 60 years. We met in 7th grade and have been the best of friends since!
What I love most about her is that she was REAL and Genuine! What you saw was what you got! There was nothing phoney about her!
She was very consistent, which was admirable.
I will never forget the hilarious and crazy times spent together with her and others in our tight-knit group of 10. She always called me by FULL name, Brenda Small!!! I never knew why and was scared to ask!🥰
We were a very respectful and respected power group that no one messed with!😊
I will forever miss and love her because no matter how far apart we lived, we always came back together and never skipped a beat!
We looked forward to Charlton Pollard Class of ’65 Reuions.
I will continue to pray for the family and want to let you know that if there is anything you need or I can do, don’t hesitate to contact me. I would love to hear from you, especially Heather, who was her heartbeat!
I have been a bit under the weather for the past few weeks, but praying that with God’s continued blessings I will be able to make the service.
Love and miss you all!â¤ï¸
Brenda Small Hartsfield
Wanda was our neighbor from up the street. May she rest in peace. I remember she came by to inquire about my yard sign of Beto O’Rourke and i had an extra one, she was happy. Vasquez fam