Robert Terrell Collins, 80, Longtime Monroe Resident, Passes Away

Collins was a longtime employee of GTE and enjoyed outdoor activities like fishing and gardening.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 8:45pm

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Robert Terrell Collins, a longtime resident of Monroe, Georgia, passed away on March 8, 2026 at the age of 80. Collins worked at General Telephone Company (GTE) for over 30 years before retiring in 1992. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting, gardening, and spending time on the lake. Collins is survived by his two daughters, Julie and Allyson, as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Why it matters

Robert Terrell Collins was a pillar of the Monroe community, having lived there for decades and being involved in the local telephone company. His passing marks the end of an era for many longtime residents who remember him as an active member of the community.

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Collins was born in Toccoa, Georgia in 1936 and graduated from Toccoa High School in 1955. He began working at GTE shortly after and remained there until his retirement in 1992. In addition to his career, Collins was known for his love of the outdoors, including fishing, hunting, gardening, and boating on the lake. He is survived by his two daughters, Julie and Allyson, as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Robert Terrell Collins was born on December 12, 1936 in Toccoa, Georgia.
Collins graduated from Toccoa High School in 1955.
Collins began working at GTE shortly after graduating high school.
Collins retired from GTE in 1992 after over 30 years of service.
Collins passed away on March 8, 2026 at the age of 80.

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