Robert E. Collins Travelers Rest – Robert E. Collins, 83, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2014. He was the son of the late Jessie and Viola Vinson Collins. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Frances and his son, Bobby. Surviving are his daughter; Linda Penny Collins Roper of Lyman, SC; two grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at 12noon, Friday, October 3, 2014 at Cox Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Gardens of Memory in Pisgah Forest, NC. On line condolences may be left at www.moodyconnollyfuneralhome.com Moody-Connolly Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.