CATHERINE M. COLLINS, age 74, of Crestwood, IL, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2014. She was born in England on March 17, 1939 to Mary and Frederick Fullhart. Catherine was raised in Scotland and came to the United States in 1968 residing in Illinois. She was a strong willed, hardworking and caring person. She will be remembered as a loving mother and friend. Catherine will be deeply missed.

Catherine is survived by her 2 daughters, Sandra (Michael) Dahn of Hobart and Jill Gray of Hammond; 2 sons, David and Charles Collins both of Scotland; 5 grandchildren, Nicole (Kyle) Schmeid, Crystal, Heather and Gary Gray, and Catherine O'Hare; 1 sister, Aimee (Ken) Woodland of Manchester, England.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Collins and her parents.

A memorial service for Catherine will be held Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 600 W. Old Ridge Rd., with visitation from 12 Noon until the time of service. For information, please call (219) 942-2109 or extend online condolences at www.reesfuneralhomes.com