"To all of the family and friends of Carol Lynn my deepest sympathies from our family and Aunt Elsa. We are shocked and saddened and know she is God's best angel."
In loving memory of
Carol Lynn Collins
Born March 2, 1956, in Valparaiso, Indiana, Carol Lynn Collins died March 1, 2018, in Glendale, Arizona. She was the daughter of Carol C. and the late Robert E. Moeller, and was raised in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Carol graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and the University of Minnesota. A dedicated Special Education teacher at Glendale Union High School in Glendale, Arizona, Carol was passionate about serving the children there for the last 20 years. She loved her Savior, Jesus Christ, and applied his loving ways in all she did and with whom all she met.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Roger Collins; her mother Carol Moeller; her brothers Bob H. Moeller (Julie); and Rick K. Moeller (Barbara); her sons Jeff Collins (Kelly), Mike Collins (Beth), and Matt Collins; as well as six grandchildren, along with nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Celebration of Life service for Carol will take place at 1:30 PM on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at All Saints Lutheran Church, 15649 North 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85022. A light reception will follow there in Fellowship Hall.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Carol Collins' name to:
--Special Olympics, https://www.specialolympics.org/
--All Saints Lutheran Church - Children & Youth Ministries,
https://www.allsaintsphoenix.org/giving
--Carol's Special Education Classroom at Glendale Union High School,
https://www.guhsdaz.org/
Tributes
"My deepest sympathy to all the family. May God comfort you all in the knowledge that Carol is now with God, and you will see her again in Heaven. I pray God will give you strength and ease your pain at this most difficult time. With love, Dorothy Thoresen"
"My dear cousin, you have left too soon. In your shorten life you touched many hearts. I always admired your passion for kindness you displayed to everyone. In other words, you walked the talk of God through volunteering and showing compassion in your every day life. I love you and you will be missed. Roger, I do not know what to say other than you are in my prayers. Know that you are loved and in the empathy of friends and family. God bless you."
"I am so saddened by the loss of my beloved cousin, Carol Lynn, who was the sweetest, kindest, most generous person one could ever know. Though gone too soon, God must have wanted her for something, and she rests in His arms. Most heartfelt condolences at this grievous loss to my Aunt Carol, cousins Bob and Rick and families and to Roger and his family. Love, Betty (and Rich) Wagner Aunt and godmother Elsa"
"I am so sorry to hear about Carol. My prayers are with the family."
"Carol was a blessing in the life of my mother, sister & I. She joyfully gave care to our mother each week and to so many others. There were times when we'd take a moment to share experiences and laughter. Her purpose was certain. We will miss her. You're in our hearts and prayers. With Love, JoAnne, Lyn & Sue"
"I came to know Carol over the past few years working as a night custodian at Glendale High School. I consider her a very good friend of mine. I would come into her classroom and, we would have our talks about anything, the school, where we grew up. She is one of the kindest and most generous person i came to know. I'll forever miss her. I am deeply saddened, and my prayers go out to her family and friends."
"I have worked with Carol for the past four years. I have grown to respect Carol for all she does for her students and Glendale High School. She is the consummate server and always put others above herself. I am proud to have been able to work with such a dedicated individual to all aspects of her life. I wish the family love and peace knowing that she loved the lord and is in the ultimate paradise, which she wholeheartedly deserves. With Love, Sarah Johnson Glendale High School"
"Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to you all. I knew Carol since I was a small little girl, and she always had such a zest for life and sense of adventure! Her smile and laugh could brighten any room. Carol will be greatly missed by all those who had the opportunity to know her. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Kari, Patrick & Ava"
"You are in our prayers during this time of loss. May God watch over all in the Collin's family and all of Carol's family . Peace be with you. In Christ's Name we lift Carol up to our Lord and Savior. Amen Aunt Connie and Ralph Retter........( Tucson, AZ. )"
"Heart felt condolences from the bottom of my and wife Deborah?s hearts to what I consider my second family between the Moeller?s and Frickes.... I?ve known you all forever and maybe I didn?t know Carol very well but what I do know is if my Brother Ricky is hurting, than I?m hurting too. Thoughts &Prayers through this very difficult time. We love all of you. Peace. Tim & Deb"