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Margaret Anne Collins, 84, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at home on October 28, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on March 4, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio, she was the eldest of four children.

Margaret taught third grade for 35 years and never stopped being a teacher – to her children, her grandchildren and anyone who sat at her kitchen table. She loved her rose garden, Sunday crosswords and a strong cup of tea.

She will be remembered for her quiet kindness, her quick laugh and the way she made everyone feel like the most important person in the room.