Beverly Dee Collins' Obituary
Beverly Dee Collins of Denton died on June 10, 2026 at the University of Maryland Medical System at Easton surrounded by her family and close friends. She was 65.
She was born on February 14, 1961, in Wilmington, Delaware, Beverly was the cherished daughter of the late Ernest J. Collins and Angelene Wheatley Collins. From an early age, she was known for her radiant spirit and boundless compassion, qualities that would define her throughout her life.
Beverly pursued her education at Delaware Technical Community College, where she earned an associate's degree in accounting. While she had many talents, it was her dedication to her role as a postal worker for the United States Postal Service that brought her joy and pride. In addition to her regular duties, she became the Local union representative, where she forged countless friendships and became a familiar face in her community. Everyone who knew her recognized how strong she was, fiercely fighting for her people and what she believed in.
A cherished member of Wayside Christian Church in Denton, Beverly found solace in her faith and enjoyed participating in church activities. In her free time, she could be found rescuing an orphaned animal or finishing one of her many projects with her partner. Above all, Beverly's greatest joy came from spending time with her family. She looked forward cooking Sunday dinners for her family. If you ask those who knew her well, they'd say her fudge was the best on earth! Her favorite thing truly was her family. If she wasn't baking a cake with one of the grandchildren, it was making pancakes, cheesy eggs and her iced tea with them. She also was a regular at the McDonald's play place and loved having stuffed animal tea parties.
She was a source of unconditional love and support, and she left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew her.
She is survived by her son, Joshua Porter and his wife Keri of Seaford; her partner of over 35 years Wayne Marshall Andrews; her stepson Christopher Andrews; her beloved grandchildren: Joslyn Porter, Kalissa Porter, Hailey Andrews, Christopher "Mook" Andrews, Cooper Andrews, Hailey Simpler, David Simpler and his wife Maile, and great grandchildren: Lennox Andrews and Carson Simpler; Her close friends she considered as her siblings: Emily Bowen, Jean Dorr, Jamie Mitchem, and Donna Shindle.
A private graveside service will be held at Hill Crest Cemetery in Federalsburg. A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Caroline County Humane Society, 407 West Belle Street, Ridgely MD 21660.
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