Douglas Wayne Collins, 66, of Chicago, died May 30 at his residence. Doug was born April 7, 1960 in Kokomo, Indiana, the son of the late Larry Collins and Mary Ann (Oren) Collins Mendenhall. He graduated from Western Boone High School, Indiana Central University, and earned a Master's degree in Opera from Roosevelt University.

Doug worked as a document specialist with the Winston & Strawn Law Offices. Doug was an accomplished vocalist having performed in Carnegie Hall, enjoyed traveling, belonged to several men's choirs and socializing with his wide circle of friends.

Survivors include his mother, Mary Ann (Thomas) Mendenhall of Lebanon; brother, Christopher (Aimee) Collins of Thorntown, his niece, Katherine (Alexxis) Collins, and nephews, Zachary Collins, Nicholas Collins, and Jacob Collins. He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Collins in 2005.

Family and friends will gather Saturday, June 13, for visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. with Pastor Shawn Tully officiating at the Dover Christian Church, 955 N State Road 75, Lebanon, IN 46052. Burial of cremains will follow at Dover Cemetery.

Final care of Doug has been entrusted to the Strawmyer & Drury Mortuary, Lebanon. You are invited to visit the website where you may sign his online register and leave a personal message at www.strawmyerdrury.com.