Collins Lonney E.

Collins, Lonney E., 74, of Benton, KS, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at his home from complications of cancer. Visitation with the family will be held from 5:00 ~ 7:00 p.m., Friday, September 17 at Downing Lahey Mortuary East. Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 18 at the Benton Cemetery. Lonney was born August 27, 1936 in Wichita, Kansas to Raymond Charles and Goldie Josephine (Hunter) Collins. On August 18, 1956, Lonney was wed to Vanda Hladik. Lonney and Vanda celebrated 54 years of marriage. Through the years, Lonney worked for the Kansas Turnpike, King Van Lines and retired as Vice President of M Bruenger. Fond of travel, Lonney and Vanda enjoyed many cruises and vacations in a variety of locales. His life was spent enjoying time on the golf course, and with his family. A consummate patriarch, Lonney was often known for providing sound advice to those he loved. Lonney was a beloved husband, father, grandpa and great-grandpa. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Vanda. Also surviving are his son, Rusty Collins and wife, Jamie of Benton, Kansas, daughter, Penny Winzer and husband Brett of Valley Center, Kansas, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, sister-in-law, Donna of Noel, Missouri as well as a host of family and friends. Preceded by his parents and brother, Charles Collins. Visitation with the family will be held from 5:00 ~ 7:00 p.m., Friday, September 17 at Downing Lahey Mortuary East.