Marie Sapp Hughes Collins, 82, of Sebastian, FL passed away October 5, 2018 after a long battle with cancer.  She was born in Arcadia, FL on November 7, 1935.  Marie spent time working outside the home, in the insurance business and for the United States Post Office.  But her greatest love was her family.  Marie lived in Pahokee with her husband Arnold V. Hughes until his death in 1993.  She then moved to Williston, FL.  Marie married Roland J. Collins and they live in the Ocala National Forest.  After Roland passed away Marie just wanted to spent time with her family, she traveled from Williston to Sebastian all the way up to Michigan.  Marie was one of the most giving people that will ever be known.  Marie was a 50+ year member of the Eastern Star Organization and a member of the Sebastian River Baptist Church.

Marie is preceded in death by her parents, Meakin J. and Judy Mae (Garrett) Sapp, husband Arnold V. Hughes and Roland J Collins. Also, her daughters Judy Kay Funderburk and Madonna Otto.

Marie is survived by her son Johnny Hughes and Daughter-in-Law Jackie Erney of Sebastian, FL.  Daughters, Sharon (Walt) Germain, Sandy (Mike) Hutchens, and Theresa (Al) Maniaci all of Michigan.  She has 12 Grandchildren and 19 Great-Grandchildren.

Viewing will be held at Seawinds Funeral Home at 9-10am on Saturday October 13 ^th .  Followed by a service at 10:00 am,  Marie will then travel to Port Mayaca, FL where she will be laid to rest with Arnold.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Marie's name to the Sebastian River Baptist Church, 1117 US Highway 1, Sebastian, FL 32958.