Charles A. Collins, 80, of Indianapolis, IN, died on November 11, 2012. Charles was born to Clarence & Louise (Osborn) Collins on March 20, 1932 in Indianapolis,IN. Charles was a 1950 Decatur Central High School Graduate and earned his Bachelors degree from Butler University. Charles was a Korean War Army Veteran.

Charles was an Accountant for Detroit Diesel Allison for 30 plus years before retiring in 1990. Charles has been a life long resident of Indianapolis, IN. Charles enjoyed Indy Car Racing.

Charles is survived by 3 children, Steve Collins of Indianapolis, IN, Cathy Collins-Mauldin of Littleton, CO & Duane Collins of Indianapolis, IN; 4 grandchildren, Jasmine Hersberger, Victoria Boyd, Michel Collins & Alexandria Mauldin & 3 great grandchildren, Ronald Hersberger, Henry Boyd & Savanna Hersberger. Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence & Louise (Osborn) Collins and a brother, Richard "Dick" Collins.

Calling hours will be from 1-2 pm, Friday, November 16, 2012 at Jones Family Mortuary in Mooresville, IN. Jennifer Silvers will officiate the 2 pm funeral service on Friday, November 16, 2012 at Jones Family Mortuary. Charles will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Greenwood, IN.

Memorial Contributions can be made to Dollars for Scholars, c/o Decatur Central High School, Attn: David Rather, 5251 Kentucky Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46221.

Website & Online Condolences: www.jonesfamilymortuary.com