OPELOUSAS - Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 23, 2023 at Garden of Memory Cemetery in Opelousas, LA for Mr. Joseph Collins, 61, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 15, 2023 his residence in New Roads, LA. Interment will immediately follow.

Mr. Collins’ memories are being cherished by: his mother, Marie Collins of Opelousas, LA; his children, five boys and six girls; one brother, Michael Collins of Opelousas, LA; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by: his father, Joseph Collins; his wife, Melinda Collins; and his companion, Nooney.

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.