Mother Vivian Cattling Collins, 65, of Lincoln, AL, formerly of Altoona, AL passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024.
Vivian Cattling Collins was born January 7,1959 to the late Sylvester L. and Bera Bell Cattling in Altoona, Alabama; she was a graduate of West End High School, Walnut Grove, AL and attended Gadsden State Community College, Gadsden, AL. Mother Collins graduated from Florida Apostolic Bible College, Cantonment, FL – receiving an Associate Science degree in Bible Studies.
Mother Collins confessed Christ at an early age and joined East Side Baptist Church, Altoona, AL: she later joined New Hope AFM Church of God, Leeds, AL. Mother Collins not only loved her biological family and friends but also loved her church and church family; she supported them wholeheartedly and served many roles in the church with love and compassion.
Mother Collins was preceded in death by her parents, a sister (Cora Thomas), and four brothers (George W. Cattling and Robert C. Cattling, Lymus Cattling and Shadrach Cattling); she leaves behind to cherish her memories; a devoted husband, Bishop James E. Collins, Lincoln, AL; a daughter, Brandi Nicole Wade, Lawrenceville, GA; a son, Glenn Wade Jr.; a granddaughter, Legacy Shavonne Wade, both of Tucker, GA; five stepchildren – Bishop Andray (Shunda) Collins, Kenny (Adrian) Collins, Earl (Angial) Collins, all of Lincoln, AL; Lorraine (Brian) McNeal, Sheretta Collins, Anniston, AL; three sisters – Barbara Culp, Altoona, AL, Annette (Anthony) Coleman, Gadsden, AL, Wilfred Lee Dunmeyer of Philadelphia, PA; brother Sylvester (Jeanette) Cattling Jr., Altoona, AL; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Public Visitation will be held on Friday, August 30, 2024, from 3pm-5pm at West Gadsden Funeral Home.
Homegoing Celebration will be Saturday, August 31,2024 at 1:00pm at the AFM Church of God Campground. 49967 U.S. Hwy 78/ Lincoln, AL 35096
Eulogist: Bishop Donice Brown Sr.
Interment: Rainbow Memorial Gardens
We ask that you please keep this family in your hearts and prayers during their time of bereavement.
Arrangements under the direction of West Gadsden Funeral Home. 256-549-0004
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Felton L. Head sent Red and White Handled Basket for Mother Vivian Cattling Collins - August 30, 2024
Wishing you peace and comfort in these difficult days.
Felton and Mary Head Harvest, Alabama
Reagan Malone sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Mother Vivian Cattling Collins - August 29, 2024
Brandi, Sending my heartfelt condolences to my AU sister! Praying that God provides you with peace and comfort. Love ya lady! Reagan Malone Huntsville, AL
Serene Lily Basket was sent for Mother Vivian Cattling Collins - August 28, 2024
Serene Lily Basket was sent for Mother Vivian Cattling Collins - August 28, 2024
Sunny Memories was sent for Mother Vivian Cattling Collins - August 28, 2024
To the family of Mrs. Vivian Cattling-Collins, my sincere condolences. Vivian has always been a woman of faith walking the path of righteousness. I'm glad to have known her and the Cattling family. My prayers goes out the family and glad to have been able to call her my friend. Larry Green
I'm sorry for your loss, family. Sending my prayers and condolences. Rest in Paradise Sister Collins.
My sincere condolences to the family, friends and church family. You will truly be missed.
My condolences to the family she was a very loving woman she was like mother to me as well she will truly be missed she will always hold a special place in my heart R.I.P.sweet Vivian🙏🙏🙏until weeet again Fly high ❣️❣️❣️
So very sorry for the loss of your Family. Prayers for Peace and Comfort. Debra Cleveland
SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY PRAYING FOR OUR FAMILY LOVE YA BRYAN & TRINA CHAPMAN
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