Matthew Collins
May 19, 1971 ~ March 28, 2024
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Matthew W. Collins, 52, of Hoven, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Roscoe, SD.
A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the United Methodist Church, Gettysburg with Pastor Jeff Adel presiding. A prayer service will be 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the church.
Matthew Wayne Collins was born May 19, 1971, in Denver, CO to Jim and Janice (Hummel) Collins. At a young age the family moved to Viborg, SD, where Matt received his education from Viborg High School, graduating in 1990.
He moved to Belle Fourche where he made his home until marrying Melissa Hunnel at Belle Fourche, SD on November 13, 2004. They moved to Hoven where they raised their three children: Christian, Gabriella, and Kendall.
Matt loved the agricultural way of life working for area elevators where he drove truck and made lifelong friends. He truly never met a stranger and was always up for a good cup of coffee, conversation, some laughs, or a game of farm simulator. He and the family enjoyed trips back home to enjoy Danish Days, a summer vacation or time out fishing. And Matt never failed to miss his yearly Sturgis Rally trip with friends.
Matt’s life will forever be cherished by his wife, Melissa; children: Christian, Gabriella, and Kendall, all of Hoven; mother, Janice Sampson, Sturgis; stepfather, Harris Sampson, Viborg; brothers: Shawn (Stacy) Collins, Belle Fourche and Sam Collins, Sturgis; sister, Angela Kell, Boise, ID; and aunt and uncle, Marly and Judy Gerdes, Hurley, SD.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Collins; grandparents: Sam and Esther Collins and Gordon and Margaret Hummel; mother-in-law, Stephanie Hartung; and cousin, Jody Endres.
Luce Funeral Home of Gettysburg has been entrusted with Matt’s arrangements.
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I will miss seeing Matt relaxing outside his mom's place, always with a smile , a hello, and of course a cold adult beverage. Ride in peace.
Melissa and children, We send prayers and hugs to you all. Remembering Matt when it would snow and he'd clear off the sidewalk with the snow blower or he would just walk over for a visit with Dave. As you told me, if I need anything let you know, well now it's my turn to say, if you need anything let me know.
Melissa and Family, I'm so Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort.
Oh Melissa & Family, Our hearts break for you. Remembering Matt as one who always greeted us with kindness and a smile. I know he was a great husband & Dad. Our prayers are with you. God's blessings on all of you. Hugs.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Matt was such a friendly guy!!
Our sympathies go out to your family. We will keep you in our prayers. So sorry to hear about Matt he was much too young
Sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for all
Still in shock as I am sure your family is also. I hope God will comfort your family with my prayers for you. I enjoyed the years that I worked with him and will never forget them. Peace be with you and the kids. SKI
My sincere condolences for your loss. My son use to work with Matt. I never had the opportunity to meet him but I understand he was a kind soul.
My prayers are with your family. May God lighten your burden and dispair.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Matt was so kind and so funny and even though it has been a while since I saw him in person I have many memories from visiting family on trips to South Dakota. RIP Matt 🙏
I am so very sorry for your loss. Matt was a great guy and I always enjoyed our talks together. He always brought a smile to my face when I was visiting with him. Praying for peace and comfort to your family.
On behalf of our family, I extend our heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your husband and father. We cherish the memories and love he brought into our lives.
To the Collins Family, with our deepest sympathy! Tyler and I would visit with Matt and greet each other every time we came to Roscoe! Matt was truly one of the friendliest, happy, people we ever met; he will be dearly missed! Terry Ulrich
Melissa our family hearts break for you and your loss Matt was an amazing person husband father friend we used to play games of farm simulator together and he was truly 1 of a kind man our family sends condolences