Ronda L. Collins, 68, of Chillicothe, passed at 7:45 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024 in CareCore at Westmoreland following a short illness.

She was born March 25, 1956, in Ross County, to the late Emerson and Phyllis Johnson Brown.  On May 26, 1974, she married Charles "Randy" Collins who survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Elonda (Jim) Matthews, of Florida and Amy (Mike) Powell, of Gahanna; grandchildren, Brooke and Brayden Matthews and Morgan Powell; sisters, Robin Archey, Lenny Kent, Reva Uhrig and Roni Pflug; a special uncle, Ellis Johnson; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews; and 2 great-great nieces.  She was predeceased by a sister, Lisa Littler.

Ronda retired from the former Dermatology Allergy in Chillicothe.  She loved creating memories with everyone.  Some of her favorite things to do were traveling with Randy, going to the beach with family, attending any and all family functions and sporting events possible for everyone, from close family all the way to extended family/friends.  Experiencing others joy and excitement filled her heart with love.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to pancan.org, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024 in the WARE FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Aaron Hines officiating.  Burial will follow in Charleston Church of the Brethren Cemetery.  Visitation for family and friends will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday.