James Junior "J.J." Collins passed away April 2, 2007 in Weatherford, Texas.

J.J. was born in Olney, Texas, April 18, 1925 to Jurdy and Alice McGee Collins. He served his country honorably during World War II joining the Army at the age of 17. J.J. was stationed in France during the Battle of the Bulge. Upon returning stateside, he worked in the west Texas oilfields. In 1950, J.J. married Gay Eileen Moore in Tom Green County. They had two children, Gail Christine Collins and Maureen Ann Collins. In 1966, the family moved to Parker County where J.J. owned a machine shop known as J.J.'s Pipe and Bolt.

His wife, Gay Collins, preceded J.J. in death in 1983.

Survivors include his daughters and spouses, Gail Smith and husband, Charles of Weatherford, Maureen Summers and husband, Virgil of Poolville; three grandsons, Rusty Summers of Dallas, Daniel Summers and wife, Tuesdae of Brazos, Eric Smith of Weatherford; and one great-grandchild, Danion Ryder Summers of Brazos.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

The family request in lieu of flowers, a donation be made to the Alzheimer's Association or your favorite charity.

Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Chapel

913 N. Elm, Weatherford, TX 76086

(817) 594-2747