Phyllis Lawson Collins, age 90, of Mt. Sterling, KY, Passed away peacefully at home Sunday, April 5, 2026.  Phyllis was born in Wolfe County, KY on January 6, 1936, to the late William and Lucy Lawson.  Phyllis was the office manager for their family business-Collins Builders. She loved U.K. basketball, horse racing and to entertain people. She was of the Christian faith.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter Tina Collins of Mt. Sterling; granddaughters Sylvia Collins of Mt. Sterling and Stephanie (Ian) Jones of Virginia; great granddaughters Kennedy Jones of Virginia and Shilo Collins Daughtery of Mt. Sterling.

Other than her parents, Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband Milbert “Buddy” Collins of Mt. Sterling and her son Timmy Collins.

A Graveside service will be Friday, 12:00 p.m. at the Machpelah Cemetery Chapel located at 600 E. Locust Street, Mt. Sterling.  Officiated by Rev. Stephanie Moon.   

Services entrusted to the care of Herald & Stewart Home For Funerals, 1002 Woodford Drive, Mt. Sterling, KY  40353