Racine – Latasha Monique Collins, 41, passed away at All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. She was born in Racine on November 30, 1974, the daughter of Carol Denise Cobb and Roy Dale Powell. Tasha graduated from Washington Park High School in 1993, and then went on to earn an Associate Degree in Human Services from Gateway Technical College. On August 12, 2000 she was married to Carey Maurice Collins in the New Omega Missionary Baptist Church.
Tasha enjoyed her work in Community Outreach at UW-Parkside and at Wisconsin Promise, where she mentored young adults desiring to further their education. She was dedicated to her community, and was a regular columnist in both the Racine Mirror and the Racine Insider. Tasha was a known “fashionista” who loved to shop, and was a successful Mary Kay representative as well. Leisure time often involved networking and developing friendships. She was also an avid “basketball mom”.
Tasha is survived by her husband, Carey Collins; her children, Jazlyn Collins and Cozion Collins; her mother, Carol Cobb; brother Justin Cobb; aunts, Mary Selmon, Martha Selmon, and Linda Cobb; uncles, Ernest Cobb, Gary (Laura) Cobb, Michael Cobb, Ronnie (Ruby) Cobb, and Greg Powell; nephew, Demarion Cobb; God-daughter, Ke’Juana Collier, special great aunt Vallie (Walter) Rogers and special cousins, Camilla Selmon (like a sister), Jermaral Cobb, Alpheius Swanks and Nicole Cobb-Franklin. She is further survived by her mother-in-law, Bonnye Collins; brothers-in-law, Curtis Collins Jr. and Cyle Collins; grandmother-in-law, Ardie Willis; as well as many other relatives and special friends, Dedre Harris and Autumn Marzette. She was preceded in death by her father, Roy Powell; uncle, William Selmon; grandparents, Deborah and Bud Cobb; great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Simmons; cousin, Anthony Selmon and father-in-law, Curtis Collins.
Homegoing services will be held on Friday, March 18, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in the New Omega Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Fred L. Richmond officiating. Interment will follow at Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be in the church from 10:00 am until the start of the service.
Lynn Booker says
Our prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow may God continue to bless and give you strength in the days to come. Tasha was a beautiful person she will sadly missed. Love the Booker family.
Charnette B Anderson says
Sending my condolences and love to the Collins and Cobb Family. My prayers are with you at this time of need. God bless her soul! Amen
Gail causey says
Cobb,Selmon,Collins Families you are in my prayers. So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the Bible text at John 5:28-29.
Gail C. Cedarburg WI
Burgher-Jackson family says
Deeply sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love.
Lisa Bennett says
My prayers to your family.
julie young& family says
My deepest condolences to the family, my prayers are with you in this painful time.God has gained one special angel. May God guide you through this painful grieving journey.And remember she is forever in your hearts!
Sherry Searcy says
Tasha was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed. I love you Tasha. RIH cuzzin❤️🙏🏿
Brian ivy says
I am sorry for ur lost iam prey for you
LaQuisha Clay says
Michael Berryhill says
Like to say send my condolences to Cary and his keep your head my dude God got her you are one of the strongest guys left in our era push past the pain stay up God bless you and your family. M.B
Ricky Berryhill says
I would like to send my condolences to Cary and his family.Keep God first my brother.
Stacey Moore and Family says
Sorry to hear of your loss.your family is in my family’s prayer.Tasha will b truly missed.She was a beautiful person inside and out.
Ardie. Thomas says
Death leaves a heartbreak no one can heal.Yet love leaves a memory no one can take. I wish your family and mine to be well.
Tyshia Harries says
Sending my condolences to Tasha’s husband,children and family.Tasha you will deeply be missed! Still can’t believe I won’t hear that laugh again, but I will always remember it and that smile you kept on your face!!! Rest on love
Melissa DeVuyst says
Carey, I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you, your children and your extended family.
Jessica Smith says
My deepest condolences and prayers for your comfort and peace during this time of mourning. LaTasha was a pleasure to work with on Wisconsin Promise. She shared her passion for serving her community and advocating for youth in her role as a Promise Community Connector and Recruiter. I always appreciated her cheery spirit and creative approaches. She is truly missed. Prayers for her eternal peace.
Arevelon Tunstell says
My Condolences To The Family Of Latasha, God Have You The Best, I will Miss Your Presence, You were Like My Daughter I love You So much Jesus, Jesus 🙏🏼👼🏼🙏🏼
Charles and Glorious Goldsmith Hicks and Family says
Our sincere condolences to you. We pray that you find strength in family love and togetherness. There is nothing more important. May God bless you.