Kippy Warren Collins

Kippy Warren Collins, age 71, of Wilmington, passed away at home on September 30, 2026, surrounded by his family and beloved dogs.

He was born in Wilmington July 4, 1955, the son of the late Harold B. Collins and Donna Teboe Collins of Wilmington, who survives. 

Kip is also survived by his wife, Joette Kersey Collins, whom he married October 26, 1974.

A graduate of Wilmington High School, Kip excelled in all sports including baseball, basketball, and football.  

He has been a lifelong Buckeye fan and enjoyed coaching his children and helping coach his grandson alongside his son, Chase. He had retired from Clinton Memorial Hospital. 

Kip and his wife have been long-time members of Dove Church Wilmington.

In addition to his wife and mother, Kip is survived by his loving daughters, Katie (Robert) Ledbetter of Wilmington and Hannah (Steven) Hardy Jr. of Thomasville, GA.  Kip is also survived by his son, Chase (Lillian) Collins of Beavercreek.  Also left to cherish his memory are grandchildren, Makenzie, Ezra, and Eloise Collins; and his brother, Danny (Kay) Collins of Wilmington.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Dove Church, Wilmington, from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service at 1:00 P.M.  Burial will follow in the Sugar Grove Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired,  may be made to Blood Cancer United.org.  Arrangements are under the direction of Littleton Funeral Home, Sabina.