| Bio | Rhonda Kay (Parrish) (Smith) Collins, born on December 15, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Wentzville, Missouri. Her favorite role was "Gramma" ❤️ She absolutely loved doting on all of her grandkids. Rhonda is survived by her children, Danny, Christen, and Cassidy, and her grandchildren: Macey Grace, Pierce Jonathan, Zachary Thomas, Mackenzie Suzanne, Ryder James, Skyla Elizabeth, Jackson Byron, Roman Tyler, and Alayna Meghan. She loved her family with her whole heart. She is survived by siblings Carla Sue Parrish, Ann Erickson (Kurt), Bob Parrish and Tami Baxter (Jeff), as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews that she enjoyed staying in contact with. She also has a "bonus" sister, Carol Kithcart, her best friend since childhood. Their friendship and sisterhood was very special to Rhonda. She is proceeded in death by her loving parents Carl and Martha Parrish, brother Monte Parrish and his wife Sharon Parrish, sister in law Vickie Parrish, aunts, uncles and cousins who she continued to hold very close to her heart. An avid sports fan, Rhonda had a particular fondness for the St. Louis Cardinals, never missing watching a game. She also enjoyed watching football, basketball, and indulging in Hallmark movies during her leisure time. In addition to her love for sports, Rhonda was passionate about painting, reading, decorating for the holidays, and caring for her plants. A private celebration of life will be held for family and close friends. |
